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Kst and Pmax values. We recommend that your process be evaluated regularly to make sure that you remain in compliance and the vent area is sufficient. ACT Dust Collectors will not be responsible for ANY loss whatsoever resulting from an explosion associated with an ACT dust collector.
ACT Dust Collectors Introduction Thank you for your purchase of an ACT dust collector. Our goal is to provide you with a product of best quality, service, and pricing in the industry. This manual is to provide general instructions in assisting you with your installation, operation, and maintenance of your equipment.
TLM Baghouse Operation Principle The TLM baghouse is a pulse-jet, fabric filter, air cleaning device that removes the particulates from dust-laden air and allows clean air to be exhausted. As air enters through the hopper inlet, the particulates experience a reduction of velocity, which causes the heavier particulates to fall down into the hopper.
ACT Dust Collectors Shipping and Receiving All products from ACT Dust Collectors are carefully inspected for quality and order completion prior to shipment. Prior to unloading, inspect all components for any shipping damage and missing parts. Report and file a claim immediately with the carrier for any damage or missing items.
TLM Baghouse Assembly Filter Housing - Middle Section Hopper and Legs 1. Apply the supplied gasket sealing tape to the hopper 1. Lift the hopper using a crane along its four lift points. flange on to the inner side of the bolt pattern.
ACT Dust Collectors Filter Housing - Top Section 3. Fasten the top housing section to the middle section. Hand tightening only. 1. Apply the supplied gasket sealing tape to the middle 4. Once all fasteners are installed and are properly filter housing flange on to the inner side of the bolt aligned, tighten all fasteners.
TLM Baghouse Lift Multiple Modules - Middle Filter Housing 1. Apply the supplied gasket sealing tape to the hopper flange and the mating flange of the middle filter housing. Locate gasket to the inner side of the bolt pattern. 2. Lift the filter housing middle section with a crane...
ACT Dust Collectors Ladders and Railings 1. Ensure that the filter housing, hopper, and legs are Guard Rails securely tightened prior to ladder and railing installa- tion 2. Locate, mount, and hand fasten the guard rails to the collector. 3. Fasten the guard rails together.
TLM Baghouse Bag and Cage Installation 6. Undo the pin connector on the opposite end of the blowpipe. Blowpipe removal 7. Once the blowpipe is loosened, slide it back and out of the bulkhead connector and raise it up 90 1.
ACT Dust Collectors Bag and Cage Installation Compressed Air Continued The supplied compressed air must be clean, dry, and oil- 1. Insert the filter bag into the tubesheet hole. free. Set the compressed air pressure levels to 90-100 psi. Do NOT exceed 100 psi as damage may occur to 2.
Timer Board Programming Familiarize yourself with the timer board manual before programming the timer board. The table below summarizes the recommended settings. Consult with ACT Dust Collectors for specific applications. Table – Recommended Timer Board Settings Feature...
ACT Dust Collectors Maintenance connector from the inside 6. Undo the pin connector on the opposite end of the blowpipe. Bag and Cages Replacement 7. Once the blowpipe is loosened, slide it back and out Blowpipe removal of the bulkhead connector and raise it up 90 degrees.
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TLM Baghouse Bags and Cages Replacement Continued 1. Lift the cage up and out of the filter bag 2. Manipulate the snap band end of the filter bag into the shape of a half moon and release the filter from the tubesheet until it falls down into the hopper.
ACT Dust Collectors Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Solution Poor performance - not enough Fan rotation in wrong direction Rewire three phase wires to suction or air movement change fan rotation Closed damper or obstruction in Slowly open damper or remove...
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ACT Dust Collectors Troubleshooting Continued Problem Cause Solution Zero differential pressure Wrong pressure high/low pressure Swap the connections of the reading tubing connection pressure reading plastic tubing on the side of the collector Pressure reading tubing kink or Inspect tubing for kinks or leakage...
ACT Dust Collectors Warranty Air Cleaning Technology, Inc. warrantees the equipment to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 10 years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any damage due to normal wear and tear including, but not limited to, corrosion, abrasion, elements, and modifications.
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