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Dryflo Machine Mountable Mist ® Collector MMA and MMB Installation and Operation Manual Installation, Operation and Service Manual This manual contains specific precautions related to worker safety. The hazard alert image denotes safety related instructions and warnings in this manual. DO NOT install, operate, or perform maintenance on this collector until you have read and understood the instructions, precautions and warnings contained within this manual.
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For additional copies of this manual, contact Donaldson Torit. The Safety Alert Symbol indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Safety Communication Improper operation of mist collectors and/or mist control systems may contribute to conditions in a work area or facility which could result in severe personal injury, and product or property damage. All mist collection equipment should be used only for its intended purpose and should be properly selected and sized for its intended use.
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Dryflo, MMA and MMB Combustible Mist Hazards Among other considerations, the current NFPA standards require owners whose processes involve potentially combustible materials to have a current Dust Hazard Analysis, which can serve as the foundation for their process hazard mitigation strategy. Mitigation may include but is not limited to: •...
Donaldson Company, Inc. Product Description The Dryflo mist collector, Models MMA and MMB, mount directly to a machining center to collect airborne mist such as oil, water- soluble, and synthetic coolant from machining operations. Three stages of filtration, plus an optional HEPA filter, provide a cleaner, healthier work environment as well as a more cost effective means of mist collection.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Options and Accessories Inlet Hopper with Impact Separator Impact separators are available for remote-mounted collectors in operations generating large amounts of small particulate such as surface grinding, polishing and high-speed cutting. Inlet Hopper with Flex-Duct Available for ceiling mounted collectors or collectors on customer-supplied stands. Included components are a 6-in diameter collar, 10-ft flexible duct, two 6-in hose clamps and a 6-in mounting collar.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Operation Electrical work during installation, service or maintenance must be performed by a qualified electrician and comply with all applicable national and local codes. Turn power off and lock out all power before performing service or maintenance work. Turn compressed air supply off, bleed and lock out lines before performing service or maintenance work.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Product Service During any service activities there is some potential for exposure to the mist in the collector. Most mists present safety and health hazards that require precautions. Wear eye, respiratory, head and other protection equipment suitable for the type of mist when performing any service activities.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. First-Stage Filter 1. Remove first-stage filer by sliding it out along the guide rails. third-stage filter 2. Properly dispose of first-stage filter. cartridge with second-stage 3. Replace first-stage filter by sliding it in along guide rails until filter wrap filter stops.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Optional Fourth-Stage HEPA Filter 1. Release the latches on both sides of the HEPA filter frame. Dispose of used filter properly. 2. Install new HEPA filter with the gasket facing the frame and the airflow arrow pointing away from the collector. Integral Housed Fan 1.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Options and Accessories Replacement Inlet Hopper with Impact Separator 1. Remove the first, second, and third-stage filters and the filter retention mechanism. Clean the hopper and impact separator by scraping the particulate out, being careful to keep particulate out of the drain. 2.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Drain Collection Container 1. Turn collector OFF. 2. Turn faucet on to drain the collection container. 3. If the collection container needs cleaing after it has been drained, remove the container by unscrewing the container from the cap.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Remedy Improper motor wire size Rewire using the correct wire gauge as specified by Fan blower and motor do national and local codes. not start Not wired correctly Check and correct motor wiring for supply voltage. See motor manufacturer's wiring diagram.
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Dryflo, MMA and MMB Problem Probable Cause Remedy Fan rotation backwards Proper fan rotation is clockwise when viewed from the Insufficient airflow motor side or counterclockwise when viewed through the inlet cone. See Start-Up/Commissioning Collector. Access doors open or not closed Check that all access doors are in place and secured.
Request a written inspection report from the Claims Inspector to substantiate all damage claims. Compare the equipment received with the description of product ordered. Report any incomplete shipments to the delivery carrier and your Donaldson Torit representative. Unloading and Positioning Equipment should be lifted only by qualified crane or fork truck operators.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Lifting Information Failure to lift the equipment or sub-assemblies correctly can result in severe personal injury and/ or property damage. Only qualified crane or forklift operators should be allowed to lift equipment. 1. Use all lifting points provided. 2.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Machine Installation 1. Apply a generous amount of sealant when installing attachments. 2. Position the collector above the mist-capture zone. See Collector Positioning. 3. Do not allow a P-Trap to form when using flexible duct. See Flex-Duct Positioning. 4.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. machine center Correct Correct Location P-trap machine center Incorrect Incorrect Location Flex Duct Positioning Enclosed Machine Installation large droplets and particulate enter pick-up hood Open Machine Installation...
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Machine Mount 1. Position the mist collector’s inlet so the air flows through the machine center, across the chuck, and into the collector. 2. Apply a generous amount of sealant to the mounting flange. 3. Lift collector over machine center and lower slowly. Secure using hardware supplied.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Minihelic Gauge 1. Install the gauge following the manufacturer’s installation instructions. 2. Turn collector ON and document the pressure reading. This is the initial operating point of the system representing clean filter operation. 3. Periodically check the filters to establish the maintenance requirements for the specific application. All applications will be different based on the operating conditions and load potential of the machinery being served.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Options and Accessories Inlet Hopper with Impact Separator 1. Lift the collector high enough to assemble. 2. Apply sealant around the impact separator toward the outside of the bolt pattern. 3. Align the impact separator with the bottom flange of the hopper with flex hose connection oriented as desired. Fasten using bolts, washers, and hex nuts supplied.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. Inlet Hopper with Flex-Duct 1. Lift the collector high enough to assemble. 2. Apply sealant around the flex-duct collar toward the outside of the bolt pattern. 3. Align the flex duct collar with the bottom flange of the hopper. Fasten using bolts, washers, and hex nuts supplied. 4.
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Dryflo, MMA and MMB 9. Match-drill four holes in the machine center for securing the legs. 10. Open the collector’s access door and remove the filter cartridge, filter retention mechanism, and the first-stage filter. 11. Position the inlet collar on the machine center and trace the inlet opening and bolt pattern. Remove inlet collar, cut inlet hole, and drill bolt holes using a 3/16-in diameter drill bit.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. Inlet Hopper with Legs 1. Lift the collector high enough to assemble legs/gussets. 2. MMA: remove plugs or existing bolts from the five holes on the bottom left side of the collector. Apply sealant to the leg flange.
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Dryflo, MMA and MMB Drain Collection Container To install, simply thread the container onto the bottom of the impact separator. The container’s faucet must be closed when the collector is in operation. Junction Box hopper 1. Remove the junction box cover plate. drain 2.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. Collector Stand 1. Install customer-supplied 3/8-16 anchor bolts in the floor extending 1 1/2-in above surface. 2. Level the collector stand and tighten anchor bolts securely. 3. Lift the collector and remove the bolts from the access panel located on the bottom of the collector.
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Dryflo, MMA and MMB 7. Turn cart and collector assembly upright. 8. Thread the P-Trap assembly to the hopper drain. Stop when the P-Trap tailpiece is toward the back of the collector. See Flex- Duct Positioning. 9. Remove cover from collection container and place container under the collector’s hopper.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Electrical Wiring Electrical installation, service, or maintenance work must be performed by a qualified electrician and comply with all applicable national and local codes. This equipment may start or stop unexpectedly from a remote location. Turn power off and lock out all power before performing service or maintenance work. The appropriate wiring schematic and electrical rating must be used.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Start-up / Commissioning Once the Dryflo has been placed, anchored, connected to power and ducts attached to the appropriate equipment, the collector is ready for initial start-up and commissioning. Instruct all personnel on safe use and maintenance procedures. Electrical installation, service, or maintenance work must be performed by a qualified electrician and comply with all applicable national and local codes.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Decommissioning Collector Once the collector has reached the end of operational life it will need to be decommissioned. During decommissioning, there is a potential for exposure to the mist in the collector. Most mists present safety and health hazards that require precautions.
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Product Information Model Number _________________________________ Serial Number ___________________________________ Ship Date _____________________________________ Installation Date __________________________________ Filter Type_____________________________________________________________________________________ Collected Dust _________________________________________________________________________________ Dust Properties: Kst _______________Pmax ______________ MIE ____________ MEC __________________ Accessories ___________________________________________________________________________________ Other ________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________...
Dryflo, MMA and MMB Donaldson Industrial Air Filtration Warranty Donaldson warrants to the original purchaser only that the Goods will be free from defects in material and manufacture for the applicable time periods stated below: (1) Major structural components for a period of ten (10) years from the date of shipment; (2) Non-Structural, Donaldson-built components and accessories including Donaldson Airlocks, TBI Fans, TRB Fans, Fume Collector products, Donaldson built electrical control components, and Donaldson-built Afterfilter housings for a period of twelve (12) months from date of shipment;...
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Significantly improve the performance of your collector with genuine Donaldson Torit replacement filters and parts. Call Donaldson Torit at 800-365-1331. Important Notice: Many factors beyond the control of Donaldson can affect the use and performance of Donaldson products in a particular application, including the conditions under which the product is used.
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