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The ADDP system is powered by compressed air and requires no electricity. It is capable of flows from 0 to 15 gallons per minute (GPM), li ing from 22 feet or less below ground at sea level, and pushing with a force of 100 psi (231 feet of water column).
ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems Chapter 1: Equipment EQUIPMENT The system is comprised of four basic components: 1) Double Diaphragm Pump 2) Two stage air filter/regulator 3) Well level control valve 4) Hoses and fi ings 1) DOUBLE DIAPHRAGM PUMP (DDP) •...
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ADDP Manual Chapter 1: Equipment • The first air filter/regulator (5 micron particulate filter) has a gauge and quick connect fi ings for the compressed air coming from the compressor. This filter has an automatic drain valve which activates when the fluid level rises in the filter bowl.
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ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems Figure 1 - ADDP System Page 4...
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ADDP Manual Chapter 1: Equipment 3) WELL LEVEL CONTROL VALVE • The well level control valve is mounted on top of the two stage filter/regulator assembly. It uses a well level sensor hose down well to sense the fluid level in the well.
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ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems Figure 2 - ADDP System with Foot Valve Page 6...
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ADDP Manual Chapter 1: Equipment Figure 3 - ADDP System with Top Loading Cup Revision 6 – November, 2008 Page 7...
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ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems 4) HOSES and FITTINGS Four types of hoses are supplied with the ADDP system including: system air supply hose, well level sensor hose, fluid intake hose and fluid discharge hose. • The system air supply hose is a blue 3/8 inch I.D. hose with brass MALE and FEMALE quick connects.
ADDP Manual Chapter 2: Operation OPERATION SAFETY FEATURES The ADDP system minimizes the potential for accident with the following safeguards: • All components are air-driven. • All air hoses have automatic shut off quick connects which prevents injury due to accidental high pressure discharge.
ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems Chapter 3: Assembly ASSEMBLY NOTE: When operating and maintaining the system, disconnect air and fluid lines cautiously to avoid spilling fluids. • Wear safety goggles to protect eyes from any splashing or pressure release. • Wear chemically resistant rubber gloves when pulling the hoses from the well to avoid skin contact with the product being recovered.
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ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems STEP 3 - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM to DOWN WELL - Well Level Sensor Hose System with Foot Valve: • Connect the MALE quick connect on the well level sensor hose to the FEMALE quick connect on the top of the pneumatic system. (See Figure 2) •...
This chapter describes the installation of the air compressor. AIR COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION: QED Environmental Systems usually does not supply the air compressor. It is best to buy the compressor from a local supplier who provides service. NOTE: An automatic drain on the compressor receiver tank significantly reduces the load on the air filters, extends the life of the filter elements and reduces system maintenance.
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ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems The 2 and 3 HP compressors should have 60 to 80 gallon tanks. A 5 HP compressor should have an 80 gallon tank and the 7-1/2 HP and 10 HP compressors should have a 120 gallon tank.
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ADDP Manual Chapter 4: Installation Do not lubricate the compressed air coming out of the compressor. The air filters are designed to remove oil from the compressed air. If there is too much oil in the compressed air, it will reach the control and possibly cause a shut-down.
ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems Chapter 5: Start Up START-UP Once the hoses are connected and the system is receiving compressed air (between 40 and 100 psi), fluid can be pumped. The rate of the pumping (cycle rate of the DDP) can be adjusted by opening or closing the needle valve in the air hose going from the pneumatic circuit to the DDP.
ADDP Manual Chapter 4: Assembly and Installation Chapter 6: Maintenace MAINTENANCE The air filters should be changed periodically depending upon the cleanliness of the air coming from the compressor. Both air filters have an automatic drain valve that drains the filter bowl of water. The valves function satisfactorily as long as the air is not very oily.
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ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems TWO STAGE AIR FILTER/REGULATOR MAINTENANCE: If the air is clean and dry, the system should operate trouble-free for years. The air filters consist of a 5 micron and 0.01 micron oil coalescing filter. All have replaceable elements.
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These notes are included as a general guide only. Although QED usually does not supply the compressor, this section is provided to help the operator. If the system receives clean, oil-free air from the compressor, maintenance will significantly be reduced.
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ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems Compressor Maintenance: Pressure and Speed - Never operate the compressor at pressures or speeds in excess of those recommended by the compressor manufacturer. Every compressor assembly must have a safety valve installed and should be set at either the maximum tank working pressure or 25 psi over the actual pressure of the pump, whichever is less.
Problems can possibly occur and can easily be resolved by following the instructions below. If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to call QED Environmental Systems (QED) Service Department. Excessive oil contamination from the air supply or exposure to freezing conditions may cause damage that requires assistance from QED.
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QED Environmental Systems How to Contact QED If for any reason you are unable to find what you need in this manual please feel free to contact the QED Service Department at any time. Service Department QED Environmental Systems www.qedenv.com...
ADDP Manual Index Index needle valve 3, 21 safety features 9 system air supply hose (blue) 8 air bubbler 5, 21 assembly 10 air compressor installation 13, 14, 15 maintenance 19, 20 air filter for bubbler sensor system top loading cup 8 (0.01 micron) 3...
ADDP Manual QED Environmental Systems Appendix: Equipment List Equipment list for the Automatic Double Diaphragm Pump (ADDP) System GENERAL: Description DDP-1 Double Diaphragm Pump 5 Micron filter with auto drain trap Pressure regulator with gauge 0.01 Micron oil coalescing filter for bubbler sensor system with auto drain trap...
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