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The contents are correct to the best of our knowledge and belief and correspond to the present state of the technology. No legal claims can be derived. Subject to technical changes. Reproduction or duplication only with our express permission. P12-P15-P18...
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Necessary Operating Materials and Chemical Additives Dear Customer, In order to prevent any delays in the commissioning of your dry cleaning machine P12-P15-P18, we ask you to make sure that the following operating materials and chemical additives are available. - Solvent Use only stabilized, high-purity TETRACHLORETHENE (PERC), in accordance with DIN 53978.
P12-P15-P18 Contents 1 General Information ..............1 Technical Literature ......................... 1 Laws, Ordinances, Directives ....................1 Corrective Maintenance Work ....................1 2 Safety Regulations ................. 2 Safe Installation and Commissioning ..................2 Authorized Use ......................... 2 Operation and Maintenance ....................3 Repair Work ..........................
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P12-P15-P18 Contents 7.2.5 Compressed Air ........................ 43 7.2.6 Process Water ........................43 7.2.7 Aeration Line ........................43 Electrical Connection ......................44 7.3.1 Permissible Voltage Range ....................45 7.3.2 Room Ventilation Control ....................... 46 8 Important Information ..............47 First Startup ..........................47 8.1.1...
We recommend that you commission the customer service department of the BÖWE organization for the maintenance, servicing and operating safety of this valuable drycleaning machine. The customer service organization uses original BÖWE spare parts when making replacements. * with the options - safety separator and - distillation overfill preventer P12-P15-P18...
The BÖWE Customer Service Department is responsible for carrying out the first startup. 2.2 Authorized Use This dry cleaning machine has been designed exclusively for operation with the solvent TETRACHLORETHENE (Perc). (See "Necessary Operating Materials and Chemical Additives”). Handle these solvents only when absolutely necessary and wear protective gloves and goggles. P12-P15-P18...
Perform maintenance work only when the machine is turned off and secured and has cooled off. When the machine is not in operation cooling water feed must be cut off by means of a stop valve to be fitted on site. P12-P15-P18...
When working on pneumatic control parts, make sure that there is no pressure in the system. Only specially trained refrigeration technicians are authorized to make repairs to the refrigeration unit. All spare parts used must comply with the technical standards set by the manufacturer. P12-P15-P18...
No unauthorized personnel are allowed in the area of the machine. The daily checks prescribed in the operating instructions represent the minimum requirements. Operating personnel must immediately report any changes in the machine that could affect the safety. P12-P15-P18...
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If necessary, request a BÖWE customer service technician. The escape of larger amounts of solvent is a reportable malfunction. It must be reported to the responsible authorities, industrial control group, fire department, water resources board or subordinate water authorities. P12-P15-P18...
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These instructions also contain information on all additional protective measures, first aid instructions and information on correct behavior during operating malfunctions, according to the local conditions. The German Hazardous Substances Ordinance, BGR 500 chapter 2.14 and the 2nd BImSchV stipulate the obligation to provide operating instructions. P12-P15-P18...
Economy filter 2 * Tanks 1 + 2 Filter drive Button trap with lint filter Cartridge-adsorption filter * Water separator Venting and aeration filter Safety separator * Tank 3 Airshaft flaps * Pump for still rake out system * * Option P12-P15-P18...
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View of the Machine Crossline Reinigungsprogramme Wartungs- und Hilfsprogramme HOLD HOLD PROG PROG BÖWE START START STOP STOP 707770-01-A Switch panel Loading door P12-P15-P18...
Normally the machine and distillation unit are packed in a crate or shipping box and kept in an upright position when being transported and brought in. Package dimensions (box measurements) P12-P15-P18 Slimline Crossline Width mm(in) 1150(45.3) 1970(77.6) Depth P12-P15 /P18 mm(in) 2290(90.2) /2400(94.5) 1640(64.6) /1740(68.5) Height mm(in) 2410(94.8) 2460(96.8) Entry dimensions after unpacking (Fan is dismantled) Width mm(in) 1080(42.5)
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Transport Package dimensions (box measurements) P12-P15-P18 on Softpad Slimline Width mm(in) 1650(64.9) Depth P12-P15 /P18 mm(in) 2400(94.5) /2500(98.4) Height mm(in) 2465(97.0) Entry dimensions after unpacking (without pallet, fan is dismantled) Width mm(in) 1500(59.0) Depth P12-P15 /P18 mm(in) 2250(88.6) /2360(92.9) Height mm(in) 2050(80.7)
Partitions, panels, suspended ceilings and other structures near the machine must be installed in such a way that they do not interfere with the operation, that no heat buildup occurs and that they can be easily removed for maintenance and repair work. P12-P15-P18...
You must ensure that the air from the machine room cannot escape into a heating room, if there is one in the area. The air from the machine room is not permitted to be directed into the exhaust line of a furnace system. P12-P15-P18...
Installation 5.2 Place of Installation 5.2.1 Space Requirements The machine must be accessible for operation and maintenance and repair work (see hatched areas). Slimline P12-P15 707770-10-0 P12-P15-P18...
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Height without fan motor mm (in) 2050 (80.7) The dimensions given may differ if special options are used Slimline P12-P15 on Softpad Installation on Softpad will increase the height of the machine by 55 mm (2.1 in). Reinigungsprogramme Wartungs- und Hilfsprogramme...
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Installation Slimline P12-P15 on Softpad nur bei 2. Filter 707770-27-0 707770-28-0 P12-P15-P18...
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Installation Slimline P18 on Softpad nur bei 2. Filter 707770-29-0 707770-30-0 P12-P15-P18...
Building specialists will find the best solution, from both a structural and economic point of view, for the design of the foundation. They take into consideration the system or machine-related conditions and the local particulars. Use a load dispatcher frame if the permissible load for your floor is not sufficient. P12-P15-P18...
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Installation P12-P15-P18 on Softpad Slimline on Softpad 1520 1620 1730 Weight without solvent 3164 3384 3781 1970 2150 2340 Weight with solvent (stat. load) 3586 3825 4290 1800 Cage centrifugal force (dyn. load) Forces applied, per all 4 point of...
Installation 5.4 Foundation 5.4.1 Foundation Dimensions Slimline P12-P15 707770-09-0 Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Distance to the next machine P12-P15-P18...
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Installation Crossline P12-P15 707770-06-A Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Distance to the next machine Use M12 x 310 foundation anchors P12-P15-P18...
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Installation Slimline P18 707770-17-0 Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Distance to the next machine P12-P15-P18...
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Installation Crossline P18 707770-18-A Reinforced concrete Examples for fixing the machine in place Distance to the next machine Use M12 x 310 foundation anchors P12-P15-P18...
On uneven concrete floors, you must level the machine or safety trough with leveling plates and even out the supporting surface with filler (epoxy resins). 5.4.3 Sound and Vibration Insulation Consult with building and insulation specialists with regard to the use of special foundations, dampers, spring cups or similar devices for special vibration insulation. P12-P15-P18...
6.1 Machine Trough The machine trough is a permanently integrated component of the machine. Collecting capacity: P12-P15: Slimline: 180 l (47.5 US gal), Crossline: 213 l (27.1 US gal) P18: Slimline: 190 l (50.1 gal), Crossline: 233 l (61.5 US gal) Material: S235 JRG2 /1.0038 /3 mm (0.1 in)
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(See foundation schematic, Point 5.4) Position the machine or attach the angle bracket and level. The angle bracket must lie flat against the ceiling. If the floor is uneven, level the machine with wedges and even out the surface with filler (epoxy resins). P12-P15-P18...
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For further steps, refer to the information provided by the plug manufacturer. Note the hardening time. Position the machine or attach the angle bracket and level. If the floor is uneven, level the machine with wedges and even out the surface with filler (epoxy resins). Tighten the nuts evenly. P12-P15-P18...
79.9 unit Compressed air 1615 63.5 Electric connection (front side top) 1985 78.1 1350 53.1 Still rake out system – pump out -There must be a measuring potentiometer installed (on the machine) between the machine and customer wiring system. P12-P15-P18...
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Compressed air 31.2 1615 63.5 Electric connection (front side top) 33.2 1985 78.1 1350 53.1 Still rake out system – pump out -There must be a measuring potentiometer installed (on the machine) between the machine and customer wiring system. P12-P15-P18...
Perc of 150 °C (302 °F) (measure!) is not exceeded (danger of solvent decomposition and damage to the machine). Peak steam demand (large steam generator): P12/P15/P18 Drying 0.6 kg/min Distillation 0.6 kg/min...
12 °C (53.6 °F) and uniform pressure of 2 - 4 bar (29 - 58 psi). (Minimum pressure 2.0 bar (29 psi) and maximum pressure 6.0 bar (87 psi)) A manually operated stop valve should be fitted. Peak cooling water demand 2 - 4 bar (29 - 58 psi) at 12 °C (53.6 °F): P12: P15: P18: 7 l/min...
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58 – 87 58 - 87 58 - 87 Heat to be dissipated over cooling water: * approx. kJ/cycle 16000 19000 22000 * Refers to water without additives Also refer to the separate installation and operating instructions for the rechilller. P12-P15-P18...
Attention: For machines without Slimsorba, but loading door venting a connection pipe from the outlet valve to the outside has to be installed. If there is no connection to the outside, the inside room concentration can get to high. P12-P15-P18...
In case of a fault current breaker integrated in the building it is recommandable to make sure, if it is applicable to the machine with variable speed drive. Operating Max. Current Fuse P12 /P15 /P18 load 400 V, 50 Hz Steam with distillation Electric with distillation 20.1...
Not allowed; requires external > 424 V > 244 V adjustment Range Primarily 230-V power system Not allowed; requires external < 207 V adjustment Normal working range 207 V to 244 V 703904-18-0 Not allowed; requires external > 244 V adjustment P12-P15-P18...
5 per hour if the calculation results in a larger numerical value. 707770-22-0 Terminals in switch panel, see machine circuit diagram External room ventilation - room ventilation fan P12-P15-P18...
Machine P18 Tank I: approx. 90 l /23.7 US gal Machine P12 Tank III: approx. 60 l /15.8 US gal Machine P15 Tank III: approx. 75 l /19.8 US gal Machine P18 Tank III: approx. 90 l /23.7 US gal Total filling amount P12 for the 3-tank model: approx.
Refilling Solvent Follow the procedure given in Point 8.1.2 for routine refilling of solvent. Attention: Even empty containers can still hold solvent residues. Therefore, tightly seal the container (barrel) again and store or dispose of in accordance with regulations! P12-P15-P18...
You must keep a record of the quantities of cooling agent used and present this record to the authorities upon demand. Only people who have the necessary special knowledge and technical equipment are authorized to service and decommission refrigeration units. P12-P15-P18...
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5.8(12.7) Cooling water drying (12 °C or 53.6° F) without Slimsorba l(US gal) 115(30.3) 115(30.3) with Slimsorba l(US gal) 110(29.0) 110(29.0) Compressed air (6 bar/87 psi) l(US gal) 6(1.6) 6(1.6) Dimensions may differ if special options are used P12-P15-P18...
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(58 – 72.5 psi) overpressure saturated steam, ambient temperature 5 to + 40 °C (41 – 104 °F) Portion of the floor surface for force transmission, see Installation Instructions, Point 5.3.1 Refers to water without any additives Subject to change! All values were taken under testing conditions and can deviate in practice! P12-P15-P18...
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Tank I filling l(US gal) 145(38.3) 145(38.3) Tank II filling l(US gal) 95(25.1) 95(25.1) Tank III filling l(US gal) 90(23.7) 90(23.7) Economy filter l(US gal) 40(10.6) 40(10.6) Cartridge filter l(US gal) 15(4) 15(4) Distillation filling l(US gal) 120(31.7) 120(31.7) P12-P15-P18...
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Slimsorba kg(lbs) 7.4(16.3) with Slimsorba kg(lbs) 7.4(16.3) Cooling water drying without Slimsorba l(US gal) 135(35.6) 135(35.6) (12 °C or 53.6 °F) with Slimsorba l(US gal) 130(34.3) 130(34.3) Compressed air (6 bar or 87 psi) l(US gal) 6(1.6) 6(1.6) P12-P15-P18...
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(58 – 72.5 psi) overpressure saturated steam, ambient temperature 5 to + 40 °C (41 – 104 °F) Portion of the floor surface for force transmission, see Installation Instructions, Point 5.3.1 Refers to water without any additives Subject to change! All values were taken under testing conditions and can deviate in practice! P12-P15-P18...
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Tank I filling l(US gal) 155(40.9) 155(40.9) Tank II filling l(US gal) 100(26.4) 100(26.4) Tank III filling l(US gal) 90(23.7) 90(23.7) Economy filter l(US gal) 40(10.6) 40(10.6) Cartridge filter l(US gal) 15(4) 15(4) Distillation filling l(US gal) 120(31.7) 120(31.7) P12-P15-P18...
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Slimsorba kg(lbs) 9.0(19.8) with Slimsorba kg(lbs) 9.0(19.8) Cooling water drying without Slimsorba l(US gal) 155(40.9) 155(40.9) (12 °C or 53.6 °F) with Slimsorba l(US gal) 150(39.6) 150(39.6) Compressed air (6 bar or 87 psi) l(US gal) 6(1.6) 6(1.6) P12-P15-P18...
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(58 – 72.5 psi) overpressure saturated steam, ambient temperature 5 to + 40 °C (41 – 104 °F) Portion of the floor surface for force transmission, see Installation Instructions, Point 5.3.1 Refers to water without any additives Subject to change! All values were taken under testing conditions and can deviate in practice! P12-P15-P18...
20(290) Temperature sensor, cage entry (gentle drying) °C(°F) 60(140) Temperature sensor, cage exit °C(°F) 50(122) Temperature sensor after cooler: Control value, drying °C(°F) 40(104) Control value, cycle end °C(°F) 15(59) Safety thermostat, heater battery (electric only) °C(°F) 110(230) P12-P15-P18...
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Panel in steam feeder mm(in) 4(0.16) Panel in direct steam line mm(in) 3(0.12) Water filling capacity in heating chamber, approx. l(US gal) 5(1.3) Pressure control switch, still (el): bar(psi) 5.2(60.9) bar(psi) 5.6(66.7) Safety thermostat, heating rod (elec. Only) °C(°F) 230(446) P12-P15-P18...
- ausgeschalteter Maschine und - kalter Destillierblase durchführen Clean still only if - machine is switched off and - distillation is cold Nettoyer l’alambic seulement si: -La machine est hors de fonctionement - Le distillateur est revenu à températur ambiante SN 708075 P12-P15-P18...
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12 kg /30 lbs. 15 kg 35 lbs. Zulässige Füllmenge Zulässige Füllmenge Max. filling capacity Max. filling capacity Capacité admissible Capacité admissible SN 708078 SN 708079 18 kg /40 lbs. Zulässige Füllmenge Max. filling capacity Capacité admissible SN 710810 P12-P15-P18...