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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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RP Baghouse Dust Collector
RP and RPH (All Welded)
Installation and Operation Manual
Installation, Operation, and Service Information
IOM AG8658001 (ENG)
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  • Page 1 RP Baghouse Dust Collector RP and RPH (All Welded) Installation and Operation Manual Installation, Operation, and Service Information 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.
  • Page 2: Important Notes

    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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    RP_RPH Baghouse Contents IMPORTANT NOTES ..................................2 Safety Communication ................................4 Product Description ...................................6 Standard Equipment ................................7 Options and Accessories ..............................10 Operation ....................................12 Typical Collector Operation Sequence ..........................14 Product Service ..................................15 Filter Replacement ................................16 Troubleshooting ................................20 Appendix A - Installation ................................22 Installation ..................................23 Location and Site Selection ............................23 Delivery and Inspection .............................23 Lifting Information ..............................24...
  • Page 4: Safety Communication

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Safety Communication Improper operation of dust collectors and/or dust 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 dust collection equipment should be used only for its intended purpose and should be properly selected and sized for its intended use.
  • Page 5 RP_RPH Baghouse Combustible Dust 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: •...
  • Page 6: Product Description

    Intended Use The RP Baghouse collector is ideal for applications in the woodworking, grain and mining industries where it effectively handles high-volume, high dust-load applications. Additional applications include cement, chemical and food processing applications. The RP Baghouse is typically used in applications between 10,000-55,000 cfm.
  • Page 7: Standard Equipment

    RP_RPH Baghouse Standard Equipment All welded collectors can be lifted from the truck to the prepared site. Platform and Ladder Access ladder to the platform and door to enter the Clean Air Plenum for maintenance such as filter changes, mechanical work on the pulse arm and drive and pulse system, and electrical work on the pulse system.
  • Page 8 Donaldson Company, Inc. Tubesheet Metal panel the filters are sealed against to separate the Dirty Air and Clean Air Plenums of the collector. Through holes are cut to mount filters. Spoke Radial line from the center of the tubesheet through filter openings at the outer most ring. All of the filters fall on these radial lines allowing the filters to be pulsed.
  • Page 9 RP_RPH Baghouse Pulse Solenoid This converts an electrical signal from the timer to the mechanical release of air from the secondary diaphragm for a prescribed duration during each pulse. Diaphragm Primary The large diaphragm mounted directly to the air tank under the large cast aluminum cap. This is actuated by the secondary diaphragm and releases compressed air to the arm assembly and pulse the filters.
  • Page 10: Options And Accessories

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Options and Accessories Explosion Vent Panel designed to vent gasses to avoid catastrophic failure in the event of a pressure upset condition. Magnehelic ® Gauge Simple mechanical gauges that measure differential pressure. May be passive mechanical versions or digital, may include electrical contacts and user adjustable setpoints.
  • Page 11 RP_RPH Baghouse Hopper Transition A transition from the standard round opening to optional dust disposal accessories. Live Bottom Hopper Short section of screw conveyor with a round to rectangle transition that handles tough dusts that bridge easily. Rotary Airlock (RAL) Used to isolate the dust collection system pressure from atmosphere.
  • Page 12: Operation

    High Inlet Operation During normal operation of an RP Baghouse with a high inlet, dust-laden air enters the dirty-air inlet. The high inlet section contains baffles that prevent the abrasion of filters by directing the incoming dust particles into a replaceable impaction zone then downward around the filters and into the hopper.
  • Page 13 RP_RPH Baghouse PerfectPulse™ cleaning system pleated filter access PerfectPulse™ door cleaning system pleated filter access clean-air outlet door pleated filter clean-air outlet EvenFlow™ SuperSep™ baffles inlet system high body inlet dirty-air inlet helix dirty-air inlet pleated hopper filter PD pump PD pump hopper Normal Operation with SuperSep Inlet...
  • Page 14: Typical Collector Operation Sequence

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Typical Collector Operation Sequence Start-Up Verify the process system is ready for operation and all alarm conditions are cleared prior to starting the collector. 1. Start waste dust systems. a. Pneumatic conveying, compactor, RAL or screw conveyor b.
  • Page 15: Product Service

    RP_RPH Baghouse Product Service During service activities there is some potential for exposure to the dust in the collector. Most dusts present safety and health hazards that require precautions. Wear eye, respiratory, head and other protection equipment suitable for the type of dust when performing any service activities. Use appropriate access equipment and procedures.
  • Page 16: Filter Replacement

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Filter Replacement Most dusts present safety and health hazards that require precautions. Wear eye, respiratory, head and other protection equipment suitable for the type of dust. Use proper safety and protective equipment when removing contaminants and filters. Dirty filters may be heavier than they appear.
  • Page 17 RP_RPH Baghouse 4. Once released the filter can be removed and disposed of properly. 5. Slowly lower the filter through the tubesheet hole. 6. Gently seat the filter flange against the tubesheet.
  • Page 18 Donaldson Company, Inc. 7. Visually inspect the insert and replace if wear or damage are noted. 8. Tip one side of the insert into the filter opening. 9. Push down on the other side of the insert to seat it against the filter flange. 10.
  • Page 19 RP_RPH Baghouse 11. If the insert is not properly seated (see below), press down on the dislodged portion. The insert may need to be taken out and put back in. 12. If the filter is not seated completely against the tubesheet (see below), the insert will need to be taken out and the filter pressed down.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    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 national and local codes. do not start Not wired correctly Check and correct motor wiring for supply voltage. See motor manufacturer's wiring diagram.
  • Page 21 RP_RPH Baghouse Problem Probable Cause Remedy Lack of compressed air See the Specification Control Drawing shipped with the Insufficient airflow collector for compressed air supply requirements. continued Verify operation of PD pump. Pulse cleaning not energized Use a voltmeter to check the solenoid on the diaphragm and the output of the PLC.
  • Page 22: Appendix A - Installation

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Appendix A - Installation...
  • Page 23: Installation

    Typical Foundation Anchor 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.
  • Page 24: Lifting Information

    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.
  • Page 25: Support Installation

    RP_RPH Baghouse Support Installation Anchors must comply with local code requirements and be capable of supporting dead, live, wind, seismic and other applicable loads. Anchor sizes shown are provisional, as final anchor sizing will depend on jobsite load conditions, equipment location, foundation/framing design variables and local codes.
  • Page 26: Platform And Ladder Installation

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Platform and Ladder Installation To avoid possible severe injury or equipment damage do NOT use hand rails or ladders as a lifting point. Locate ladders to minimize risk of injury from site specific hazards including explosion relief panels. Install the railing and ladder only after the filter housing and hopper assemblies are securely fastened to avoid damaging the platform or ladder.
  • Page 27: Cleaning Mechanism Assembly And Adjustment

    RP_RPH Baghouse Cleaning Mechanism Assembly and Adjustment Electrical installation, service, or maintenance work 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. Do not install in classified hazardous atmospheres without an enclosure rated for the application.
  • Page 28 Donaldson Company, Inc. solenoid valve see diaphragm secondary valve assembly diaphragm detail secondary diaphragm spring secondary primary diaphragm diaphragm cap (metal washer facing up) primary diaphragm air tank primary spring diaphragm support frame RP diaphragm valve assembly detail see diaphragm valve assembly detail solenoid valve...
  • Page 29: Pd Pump

    RP_RPH Baghouse PD Pump A positive-displacement (PD) blower provides the air used for filter cleaning and is sized for each model‘s cleaning air requirements. The PD blower should be installed on a level surface. Follow the installation instructions provided with the positive- displacement blower.
  • Page 30: Electrical Wiring

    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.
  • Page 31 RP_RPH Baghouse Input 102-132V/50-60Hz/1Ph Pulse ON Time Factory set at 100-milliseconds, or 1/10-second (not field adjustable) Do not adjust pulse ON time unless the proper test equipment is available. Too much or too little ON time can cause shortened filter life. Pulse OFF Time Factory set, the OFF time is dictated by the arm rotation speed and collector model.
  • Page 32 Donaldson Company, Inc. The Typical Wiring Diagram is an example of a typical control panel setup. Collectors ordered with a control panel will have a specific drawing to follow that ships with the control panel. Motor Starters Disconnect O.L. O.L. PD BLOWER 230 460 60/3...
  • Page 33: Filter Installation

    RP_RPH Baghouse Filter Installation Use proper safety and protective equipment when removing contaminants and filters. Dirty filters may be heavier than they appear. Use care when removing filters to avoid personal injury and/or property damage. Turn power off and lock out all power before performing service or maintenance work. Do not operate with missing or damaged filters.
  • Page 34 Donaldson Company, Inc. 3. Tip one side of the insert into the filter opening. 4. Push down on the other side of the insert to seat it against the filter lfange. 5. Once all parts are seated, the filter is installed properly.
  • Page 35 RP_RPH Baghouse 6. If the insert is not properly seated (see below), press down on the dislodged portion. The insert may need to be taken out and put back in. 7. If the filter is not seated completely against the tubesheet (see below), the insert will need to be taken out and the filter pressed down.
  • Page 36: Pulse Alignment

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Pulse Alignment Pulse components and associated hardware are plant installed. Due to extreme vibrations that may have been encountered during transport, instructions are included to field adjust, if necessary, the pulse components to ensure the filters are always pulsed down the centerline of the filters.
  • Page 37: Optional Equipment

    RP_RPH Baghouse Optional Equipment Plant Air Kit In place of the positive displacement cleaning blower, plant air can be used for the filter cleaning system. The plant air must be clean, dry, and filtered to prevent any oil or water from entering the cleaning system. An optional plant air kit is available to control the flow and regulate the pressure of the customer’s plant air.
  • Page 38: Magnehelic ® Gauge

    Donaldson Company, Inc. ® Magnehelic Gauge The Magnehelic is a differential pressure gauge used to measure the pressure difference between the clean-air and dirty-air plenums and provides a visual display of filter change requirements. The high-pressure tap is located in the dirty-air plenum and the low-pressure tap is located in the clean-air plenum.
  • Page 39: Rotary Valve And Transition

    RP_RPH Baghouse Rotary Valve and Transition Rotating blades can cause serious injury. Turn power off and lock out all power before performing service or maintenance work. Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from both inlet and outlet openings to avoid injury or damage when valve is operating.
  • Page 40: Explosion Vent

    Unless otherwise noted, the explosion venting calculations are based on formulas from NFPA-68 for outdoor applications only, with no duct or obstructions on the explosion vent panel. Contact Donaldson Torit for assistance in calculating specific venting requirements for equipment. NFPA 68 can provide guidance on both the frequency of and appropriate details for inspections.
  • Page 41: Start-Up / Commissioning

    RP_RPH Baghouse Start-up / 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. 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.
  • Page 42: Decommissioning

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Decommissioning Once the collector has reached the end of operational life it will need to be decommissioned. During decommissioning, there is potential for exposure to the dust in the collector. Most dusts present safety and health hazards that require precautions. Wear eye, respiratory, head, and other protection equipment suitable for the type of dust when performing any decommissioning activities.
  • Page 43: Product Information

    RP_RPH Baghouse Product Information (Process Owner to complete and retain for your records) Model Number _________________________________ Serial Number ___________________________________ Ship Date _____________________________________ Installation Date __________________________________ Filter Type_____________________________________________________________________________________ Collected Dust _________________________________________________________________________________ Dust Properties: Kst _______________Pmax ______________ MIE ____________ MEC __________________ Accessories ___________________________________________________________________________________ Other ________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 44: Service Notes

    Donaldson Company, Inc. Service Notes Date Service Performed Notes...
  • Page 45 RP_RPH Baghouse Date Service Performed Notes...
  • Page 46 Donaldson Company, Inc. Service Notes Date Service Performed Notes...
  • Page 47: Donaldson Industrial Air Filtration Warranty

    RP_RPH Baghouse 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;...
  • Page 48 Significantly improve the performance of your collector with genuine Donaldson Torit replacement filters and Call Donaldson Torit at 800-365-1331. parts. AST Canada 905-821-8860 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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