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Apeks 2000 PSI Series Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 WNER ANUAL WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SETUP AND OPERATION PROCEDURE PROVIDED IN WITHIN THIS MANUAL MAY VOID THE EXTRACTION SYSTEM’S WARRANTY Apeks LLC 150 Commerce Blvd. Johnstown OH 43031 844-446-4262 www.apekssupercritical.com Scan this QR code to get the most...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3.3. CO Connections ......................13 3.4. Air System Connections ....................14 3.5. Electrical Connections between the Apeks system and diaphragm compressor ..16 3.6. Chiller/Heater Setup...................... 17 3.7. Diaphragm Compressor Setup ..................18 3.8. Software Updates and Email Alerts ................19 System Operation ..........................
  • Page 3 CO bottles. WARNING Only use Propylene Glycol and distilled water in the chiller and cooling system. Never use Deionized Water in the chiller or cooling system. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 4: Unpacking Instructions

    1. Unpacking Instructions Apeks 2000-5LD, 20LD, 5LDx5LD, and 20LDx20LD systems are shipped in three separate crates. One containing the chiller, one containing the diaphragm compressor and one containing the botanical extraction system. Following are the steps for removing the system from the crates and making service connections for initial use.

  • Page 5: Unpacking Apeks Extraction System

    Unpacking Apeks Extraction System 1.1.3. Remove the plywood from the all four sides and the top of the crate using a Phillips head screwdriver. Figure 2 Appearance of crate with top and sides removed 1.1.4. Remove the support hardware from inside the crate. Ensure that all the material in the table below is present.
  • Page 6 1.1.8. Remove the two 2x3s running across the top of the system frame and the two 2x3s running alongside the system frame using a Phillips head screwdriver. Figure 4. Image of 2x3s support top and sides of system frame. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 7: Unpacking Diaphragm Compressor

    1.1.3. KEEP the crate and all packing materials for future shipping should the system ever need to be moved to another facility or shipped back to Apeks. Unpacking Diaphragm Compressor 1.1.4. Remove the plywood from the all four sides and the top of the crate using a Phillip’s head screwdriver, and a crow bar.
  • Page 8 These rubber feet can then be anchored to the floor. 2.3.4 The orientation of the diaphragm compressor should be directly behind the Apeks system with the stainless steel belt cover facing away from the Apeks system as shown below. Figure 7. Orientation of the diaphragm compressor and Apeks system.

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    Temperature – Apeks systems are designed to run in a climate controlled facility, 2.1.1. where the temperature is maintained between 65°F and 80°F. Dust Control – Apeks systems should not be placed in an environment that has 2.1.2. excess dust from other manufacturing operations.
  • Page 10 Contact Apeks at 740-809-1160 ext. 703 to discuss this before installing electrical service if you choose the 480V option. 2.1.4.3. Refer to section 4.5 for electrical connections between the Apeks system and the diaphragm compressor. 2.1.4.4. Note different size chillers are dependent of diaphragm pump size.

  • Page 11: Setup And Assembly

    Coolant Connections 3.1.1. Connect the blue cooling line from the outlet of the chiller to the temperature control coiled heat exchanger on the far left side of the Apeks system as shown below. Please note that these lines should not lay on any sharp edges where abrasion can occur.
  • Page 12 Figure 10. Location and orientation of coolant lines from the Apeks system to the diaphragm compressor. 3.1.5. The separator side of the extraction system will be pre-assembled. In the event that adjustments need to be made or the system gets taken apart during use, the water flow path should always be from bottom to top in any vertically oriented vessel.

  • Page 13: Co Connections

    CO from the cylinder 3.1.2. used with Apeks systems should be 99% purity or better (Medical, Food or Instrument grade typically suffice), gas feed (not liquid feed), 50-lb, 75-lb or 100-lb high pressure cylinders. 3.1.3.

  • Page 14: Air System Connections

    Replace the quick release fitting on the front of the air compressor with the 5/16 push to connect provided. Air Fitting Remove Figure 15. Switching fittings on the front of the mini air compressor. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 15 3.1.6. Connect the 5/16 pink air hose from the air compressor to the push to connect fitting on the back of the Apeks 2000 5LD, 20LD, 5LDx5LD, or 20LDx20LD system as shown below. Figure 16. Connecting the air compressor to the back of the Apeks system.

  • Page 16: Electrical Connections Between The Apeks System And Diaphragm Compressor

    Electrical Connections between the Apeks system and diaphragm compressor 3.1.7. Connect the diaphragm compressor electrical connections to the back of the Apeks system as shown below by inserting labeled wire T1 to the bottom T1 of the motor starter, T3 to T3, and ground wire to the ground terminal on the din rail immediately to the left of the motor starter.

  • Page 17: Chiller/Heater Setup

    Figure 21. Pressure switch wiring from Diaphragm compressor to the Apeks system 3.1.9. Plug the extraction system control panel into a 110-V, 15-A, standard outlet. 3.1.10. Have a local electrician field wire the diaphragm pump and 1.5 HP Polyscience chiller with the appropriate connections.

  • Page 18: Diaphragm Compressor Setup

    17A. 17b INLET 17a OUTLET Figure 18. Stainless steel tubing connections from the diaphragm compressor to the Apeks system. INLET OUTLET Figure 19. CO2 flexible hoses from the diaphragm compressor to the Apeks system.

  • Page 19: Software Updates And Email Alerts

    Software Updates and Email Alerts The Apeks 2000-5L, 20L, 5Lx5L and 20Lx20L systems should be connected to the internet via an Ethernet cable. Connecting the Apeks system to the internet allows for software updates, and email alerts. 3.1.20. Attach an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connection located on the side of the electrical control box.
  • Page 20 3.1.23.2. Now chose which messages you would like to have sent to your email on the message section screen. Figure 22. Message selection screen used to determine which messages you would like to have sent to your email. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 21: System Operation

    2000-5LD, 20LD, 5LDx5LD, and 20LDx20LD Overview Diaphragm Pump Separation Vessels Extraction Vessels Chiller Collection NOTE: Alternate system setup shown for clarity, setup type can be requested at time of order, additional cost may apply Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 22: Automation Systems Overview

    4.1.4. Each air actuated valve has an indicator on the top to inform the operator which valves are open and which ones are closed. The indicator lines correspond with the flow direction. The following figure illustrates both and open and closed valve. Note that it Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 23: Pre-Cleaning

    4.1.6.1. Apeks takes great care to clean all systems prior to shipping, however, it is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the system meets their required level of cleanliness.
  • Page 24 4.1.19.1. Separator 1 cap must be cleaned every run. 4.1.20. Use the supplied round squeegee or hard plastic scrapper to push any residual oil from the sides of the separator #1 down to the bottom and in the collector cup. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 25 When reassembling, check gaskets for integrity and grove seals for cleanliness. 4.1.30. Prior to reassembling separator #1 cap, check orifice for clog and orientation. 4.1.31. Reconnect the collector cup water lines with quick connect to original configuration before turning on the chiller/heater. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 26: Closing Separation Vessels

    4.1.36. Disconnect the separator outlet line, if not already disconnected, from the cap of Separator #2 as shown below. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 27 Figure 27. Image of separator outlet line after being disconnected. Figure 37. Valve 11 open. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 28 50 PSI. If it is more than 50 PSI difference, please change filter element. ** Please note, failure to change this filter element at the recommended intervals (300 to 500 hours), could cause suction pressure to be too low and rupture the diaphragms in the diaphragm compressor** Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 29 4.1.46.1 Use caution not to scratch or otherwise damage the O-ring sealing surfaces on the flanges. Figure 28. Appearance of extractor vessel in open condition. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 30: Opening Extraction Vessel

    4.1.54 Thread on the hammer union. Two to Three taps past hand tight with the provided rubber mallet should seal the vessel if a cup seal is present. Four to Five hits may be necessary when using the o-ring. Figure 29. Supplied bottle of Anti-Seize and threads Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 31: Chiller Start Up

    (vapor / smoke may form at this time). 4.1.39.1. If the vacuum gauge does not reach -20 in.Hg, there may be a leak in the system or a vessel not closed. 4.1.40. Close Valve 10. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 32: Conducting An Extraction

    1.5 to 3 hours per pound. 4.1.69.3 Verify chiller is connected, turned on and set to the correct temperature. 4.1.69.4 Verify the Extractor is properly closed 4.1.69.5 Verify the Separator is properly closed Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 33 4.1.72.2 Open Valve 10. 4.1.73 Once the operator acknowledges that the CO cylinder are closed and Valve 10 is open, the system will open all valves, vent any trapped CO and wait for the next command. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 34: Recommended Operating Parameters

    Separator Temperatures: +/- 5 degrees around 21F Extraction Time: 2-3 hours per pound Supercritical: Extractor Pressure: 1,800 psi Extractor Temperature: 100F Orifice Size: 29 Separator Pressure: 350-380psi Separator Temperatures: +/- 5 degrees around 69F Extraction Time: 1-2 hours per pound Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Verify the orifice is clear by looking through it. 5.1.12 An orifice cleaning tool is available on the online store for stubborn clogs. 5.1.13 Reassemble the orifice. 5.1.14 Replace the separator cap and tighten the clamp bolts. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 36: Low Separator Pressure - Orifice Clog, Or Orifice Is To Small

    Blow the flexible metal hoses out with compressed air to verify the clog has been removed. 5.1.26 Reinstall the flexible metal hoses. 5.1.27 Close Valve 10. 5.1.28 Press the popup message button when orifice is reinstalled, the high pressure clamps are tight and the flexible hoses are reconnected. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 37: Oil Carryover From Separator 1 To Separator 2 Or Pump

    Figure 32. Orifice orientation A) Tangent and B) 30-Deg off tangent Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    ISO VG 68 FRAM PH 25 Apeks recommends either 4,000 hours or once a year, whichever comes first, for this replacement / maintenance. All other 4,000 interval maintenance items can be cleaned / serviced and do not need replaced unless broken or faulty.
  • Page 39  Unscrew the bottom extraction vessel(s) to clean and inspect the hours temperature probe(s) and filter(s).  Schedule yearly maintenance with an Apeks Service Engineer to come onsite and replace seals in Diaphragm compressor and perform a yearly inspection on the system. Please notify the Apeks service department...
  • Page 40 PDC-3 belts should be tensioned to 6-7lbs. a. If you need help using your tension tester tool please view the following video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYEHvfo8t6A 3. If the belt needs adjusted loosen the 4 bolts holding the motor to the base. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 41 6. Be sure to check motor shaft alignment (note: can be up to 1/8” difference from side to side). 7. Retighten motor bolts. 8. Rotate belt by hand around one turn (failure to do so could result in incorrect reading). 9. Check belt tension again and repeat as necessary. Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 42: Appendix A. Screenshots

    Appendix A. 2000-5LD, 20LD, 5LDx5LD and 20LDx20LD System Screen Shots and Descriptions Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 43 C02 before the entered run time is complete, opening the extractor vessel, or changing a CO bottle. Figure 34a. Manual Screen: Manual Mode Selected (Reverse Flow) Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 44 A.3. Maintenance Screen The Maintenance Screen is rarely used. The Maintenance screen is where you will go to monitor run times on your system and pump for scheduling and maintenance. Figure 35. Maintenance Screen Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 45 Figure 37. I/O Status Screen A.6 Alarm Screen 5.1.37 The Alarm screen is used for troubleshooting, and where navigation to text messaging screen is located. When the system faults for any reason, it is recorded Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 46 A lot of times the fault you see on the home screen may have been caused be a series of faults. By looking at the alarm screen you can see all the previous faults in the order that they occurred. Figure 38. Alarm Screen Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 47: Appendix B. 2000-5Ld, 20Ld, 5Ldx5Ld, And 20Ldx20Ld Piping And Instrumentation Diagram

    Appendix B. 2000-5LD, 20LD, 5LDx5LD, and 20LDx20LD Piping and Instrumentation Diagram Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 48 2000-5LD, and 20LD, Piping and Instrumentation Diagram 2000-5LDx5LD and 20LDx20LD Piping and Instrumentation Diagram Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 49 Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

  • Page 50: Appendix C. Co Phase Diagram

    Appendix C. Phase Diagram Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 51 Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 52 Appendix D. Training Process Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 53 Below is a check list of what needs to be purchased or completed BEFORE scheduling your onsite training. o Must be complete before scheduling training: Print off complete Apeks manual and have on site the day of training, along with the manual to the chiller. Use this link for the download manual if needed, http://www.apekssupercritical.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2000psi-Diaphragm-System-Operating-Instructions.pdf...
  • Page 54 After completing the pre-training checklist, request scheduling of onsite training via the link, http://www.apekssupercritical.com/training/ o Onsite training is a 4 hour block of instruction that will go into detail the fundamentals of operation and maintenance of each component of the system. Tina Henderson Service Coordinator 740-809-1178 Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 55 External Variables Input Variables Output Variables Chiller Extractor Target Start Facility Facility Botanical Botanical Orifice Extractor Separator Separator Water Target Time Temp Humidity Designator Weight Size Temp Temp Pressure Weight Weight Point Pressure Time Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...
  • Page 56 References YouTube Instructional Videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzo7qXTIt01wfoKB2b9EO-g Apeks online store (740)-809-1166 ext. 4 http://www.apekssupercritical.com/online-store/ Software Updates and Text Messaging Alerts (740)-809-1166 ext. 1 or ext. 5 http://www.apekssupercritical.com/service/ Updated 6/16/2016 Copyright Apeks LLC, 2014...

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