Summary of Contents for Pulsafeeder PULSAlarm Pulsa Series
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Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instruction ® ® ® Models: Pulsa Series , Pulsar , PulsaPro DEMKO 12 ATEX 1204081X II 2 G Ex db IIB T5 Gb II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T100°C Db IP66 IECEx UL 14.0118X ® PULSAlarm Ex db IIB T5 Gb Ex tb IIIC T100°C Db IP66...
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Pulsafeeder Factory Service Policy Should you experience a problem with your Pulsafeeder pump, first consult the troubleshooting guide in your pump operation and maintenance manual. If the problem is not covered or cannot be solved, please contact your local Pulsafeeder Sales Representative or Pulsafeeder Technical Service Department for further assistance.
Notice Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice. Trademarks Pulsa Series ® , PulsaPro ® , and Pulsar ® and PULSAlarm ® are registered trademarks of Pulsafeeder, Inc. Revision History Revision Implemented Revision...
Equipment with special manufacturing or constructive variances may differ in detail with respect to this description. In case of any difficulty, please contact Pulsafeeder, Inc. Technical Service, email at proservice@idexcorp.com. The PULSAlarm® Switch Assembly is rated for NEMA 7 locations as identified on the nameplate.
The following standards apply to this product: IEC 60079-0 6th Edition IEC 60079-1 7th Edition IEC 60079-31 2nd Edition EN 60079-0:2012+A11:2013 EN 60079-1:2014 EN 60079-31:2014 3.0 Introduction Reciprocating diaphragm metering pumps require a flexible diaphragm to separate the fluid that is being pumped from the hydraulic fluid that is moving diaphragm back and forth causing its pumping action.
4.0 ATEX / IECEx Nameplate and Marking PULSAlarm® Leak Detection Switch Assembly has a standard rating nameplate which includes Hazardous Location data, Markings, Ratings, and universal identification information as required by the applied directives. Agency certificate number and ratings Manufacturer name and address ATEX Marking IECEx Marking...
Design ambient temperature range “Ta” Unless differently agreed with the customer, can be: -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ +40°C: standard temperature range for all type of pumps 5.0 Theory of Operation The PULSAlarm® leak detection system utilizes a two-layer PTFE diaphragm, coupled to the PULSAlarm®...
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The enclosure is labeled with applicable safety agency ratings for hazardous area installation. Since the switch is of the mechanical contact type, it can never qualify as non-sparking (non-incendive, or “M”) for occasional and short-term hazardous area use. Protection must be provided by the enclosure. In North America installations, the external supplemental ground is not to be used.
8.0 PULSAlarm® Reagent Head The PULSAlarm® leak detection reagent head assembly consists of reagent head, leak detection diaphragm, suction and discharge check valves, bleed port, and optional switch and gauge. The reagent head, diaphragm, suction and discharge check valves are the only parts of the pump to contact the process liquid; consequently, maintenance is critical to pump performance.
10.0 Diaphragm Construction In some cases, diaphragm components are retained with adhesive. It is not present for sealing purposes. Diaphragm construction...
11.0 PULSAlarm® Diaphragm Maintenance After diaphragm failure, pressurized process fluid can be present in any part of the PULSAlarm® Leak Detection System. Take appropriate precautions and handle with care. Diaphragm and head orientation 11.1 PULSAlarm® Diaphragm Removal BE SAFE – FOLLOW ALL APPLICABLE SAFETY PROCEDURES BEFORE MAINTENANCE.
Thin oils such as silicone oil or mineral oil can also be used. Liquids of higher viscosity will extend the time required to properly prime the system. Thinner liquids will allow for faster setup. Pulsafeeder supplies low viscosity silicone oil standardly.
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System identification is noted on the switch cover nameplate, and on your Pulsa Series pump nameplate. The barrier fluid used to prime the system will vary with the application. The fluid selection must be compatible with the materials of construction used in the diaphragm and detection assembly.
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used to pull the barrier fluid into the system. 6. Open the bottle of barrier fluid and run the tubing on the inlet side so the end near the bottom. Try to hold the bottle so that the bottom is at the same level as the inlet side fitting.
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another). Refer to the Pump manual for further instruction. 16. If the pump is not already hydraulically primed, re-prime it now using the procedure found in the Pump Operating Manual. If the diaphragm was never removed, this step should not be necessary. If a new diaphragm is being installed, the pump will need to be re-primed.
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® PULSAlarm Bulletin: IOM-PUL-1007 Rev F LEAK DETECTION SYSTEM A unit of IDEX Corporation 2883 Brighton Henrietta Town Line Road Rochester NY 14623 +1 (585) 292-8000 pulsa.com pulsa@idexcorp.com...
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