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4.3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. UNIT POSITION:
a. Position unit parallel to the suction point approximately 6'-8' away.
2. INSPECTION:
a. Check all fluid levels: Engine and blowers.
b. Inspect all flap seals. Check for rips, tears, and general deterioration (replace as needed).
c. When switching conveying commodities, inspect the tank filters (replace as needed).
d. Check all conveying lines for leaks or wear.
e. Inspect fuel-water separator filter (replace as needed).
3. WARM UP:
a. Ensure clutch is disengaged.
b. Start engine.
i. Do not depress starter for longer than 30 seconds.
c. Run at an idle (1050 rpm) until the temperature gauge reads between 82-94F°.
i. Do not run engine over 1200 rpm until desired temp is achieved.
ii. Do not engage clutch until desired temp is achieved.
d. Make sure the railcar and/or tanker is vented.
e. Attach receiving and discharge hoses.
f. Check all the gauges to ensure all systems are operating properly. Refer to the engine
manual supplied for proper operating levels.
g. Open the valve on top of the vacuum pump.
i. This allows the clutch to be engaged while the lines are attached to the car.
h. Engage the clutch slowly.
i.
Allow the blowers to turn at an idle for +/- 5 minutes.
i. This allows the blowers to warm up.
4. OPERATION:
a. Bring the engine rpm to 2200.
b. Open the gate on rail car in order to introduce product into the air stream
c. Check levels in the tanks using the sight glasses.
i. Ensure one tank is not ahead of the other.
ii. Product should come to the top of the upper sight glass before tanks switch.
iii. Adjust the electronic timing control as needed.
5. SHUT DOWN:
a. Open the vacuum bypass lever to stop the flow of product from the rail car.
b. Continue blowing product into the truck/vessel until both receiving tanks are empty.
c. Decrease rpm to an idle (1050 rpm).
d. Disengage clutch.
e. Allow engine to idle for +/- 5 minutes in order to cool turbo
f.
Shut down engine and disconnect all conveying lines.
Chem-Veyor Operator's & Parts Manual # 34-92547-6
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