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Upright Hot Oil Temperature Control Units Models Covered: TCO-U; 2016U Part Number: 882.12044.00 Bulletin Number: WTR2-640 Effective: August 1, 2012...
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Shipping Info Unpacking and Inspection You should inspect your granulator for possible shipping damage. Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit, such as broken or loose wiring and components, loose hardware and mounting screws, etc. In the Event of Shipping Damage According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier, the responsibility of the Shipper ends at the time and place of shipment.
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Returns Do not return any damaged or incorrect items until you receive shipping instructions from the shipping department. Credit Returns Prior to the return of any material, authorization must be given by the manufacturer. A RMA number will be assigned for the equipment to be returned. Reason for requesting the return must be given.
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1: SAFETY ..............5 How to Use This Manual ....................5 Safety Symbols Used in this Manual ..............5 General Safety Regulations ..................7 Responsibility ....................... 7 ...
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Controller Description & Operation ................21 Identifying Control Panel Switches…………………………………………………..21 Identifying System Status Board Indicators…………………………………………22 Status Indicator Lights………………………………………………………………...23 Mode Indicator Lights……………………………………........24 Fault Indicator Lights…………………………………………………………………..24 Returning Fluid to the Tank………………………………………………………………...25 4-‐4
Shutting Down the Hot Oil TCU .................. 26 CHAPTER 5: MAINTENANCE ..........
Chapter 1: Safety How to Use This Manual Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing, operating, and maintaining your granulator. The purpose is to assist you in applying efficient, proven techniques that enhance equipment productivity. This manual covers only light corrective maintenance. No other maintenance should be undertaken without first contacting a service engineer.
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Safety Tags and warning features Hazard Alert Description/Explanation Preventative Maintenance Symbol High Voltage Hazard. The electrical Every six months inspect all electrical enclosure is supplied with 3-phase electrical connections for secure attachment. For power. Use caution when using or further information see the maintaining this product.
Warnings and Precautions Our units are designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within design specifications, following national and local safety codes. To avoid possible personal injury or equipment damage when installing, operating, or maintaining this unit, use good judgment and follow these safe practices: þ...
Chapter 2: Functional Description Models Covered in This Manual This manual provides operation, installation, and maintenance instructions for portable hot oil temperature control units. Model numbers are listed on the serial tag. Make sure you know the model and serial number of your equipment before contacting the manufacturer for parts or service.
Pump The pump is a mechanical seal, positive displacement pump. It features a nearly maintenance free design, and was selected after extensive testing to provide superior performance, flexibility, and low maintenance. It is well suited for use with a variety of commercially available heat transfer fluids.
An audible alarm is standard with your unit. The alarm will sound in the event of the following conditions: Motor overload • Safety thermostat trip (over temperature) • Low fluid pressure • Low fluid level • High fluid level (optional) •...
imperative that a qualified maintenance technician determine and correct the cause of the fault before resuming operation. Reservoir Tank A reservoir tank with sight gauge is standard; usable capacity is seven (7) gallons (26.5 liters). The tank permits thermal expansion of the heat transfer fluid, and provides makeup fluid. The reservoir tank may cause serious injury if it ruptures from not being properly vented.
Fail Safe Operation If a safety device or circuit should fail, the design must be such that the failure causes a “Safe” condition. As an example, a safety switch must be a normally open switch. The switch must be held closed with the device it is to protect. If the switch fails, it will go to the open condition, tripping out the safety circuit.
Chapter 3: Installation Uncrating the Equipment Portable hot oil temperature control units are shipped mounted on a skid, enclosed in a plastic wrapper, and contained in a cardboard box. 1. Pry the crating away from the skid. Remove the nails holding the box to the skid and lift the box off carefully; avoiding staples in the 1’...
Electrical Connections These units are designed for three-phase voltage operation. Refer to the unit nameplate for proper voltage and amperage requirements, and make sure your electrical service conforms. Check the unit nameplate for correct voltage and amperage before making electrical connections! 1.
The following table lists recommended Upright TCU pipe sizes. Size diameter Connection inches NPT mm (approx.) c To Process 1” 25.4 From Process 1” 25.4 Cooling Water Supply ¾” 19.1 Cooling Water Drain ¾” 19.1 Oil Drain ½” 12.7 Fill Port 1”...
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Connecting Cooling Water Piping You must provide cooling water at 25 psi to 75 psi (172.4 kPa to 517.1 kPa/1.7 bars to 5.2 bars) for proper operation. Untreated water can foul or corrode the heat transfer surfaces, slowing water flow and causing fluid temperature control problems. The manufacturer sells a complete line of water treatment equipment that can reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
Connect the TO PROCESS hookup to the entrance of the process and the FROM PROCESS hookup to the exit of the process. Connect the COOLING WATER SUPPLY to your plant water supply. Connect the COOLING WATER DRAIN line to an open drain, or to the return line of your central water system.
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7. Any water present in the system must boil off before continuing operation. Select a set point of 215ºF (102ºC) and observe the reservoir tank vent for any signs of escaping steam. Continue to run at this set point temperature until no more steam appears and pressure stabilizes.
Chapter 4: Operation Start-up 1. Push the PUMP START button to start the pump. 2. When the unit has built at least five (5) psi (34.5 kPa) of pressure, wait two (2) minutes, then select a set point of 100°F (38ºC) and switch the unit into AUTO mode.
Identifying Control Panel Switches This section lists the descriptions and functions of the control panel switches. These switches control the operation of the unit. Pump Start. Press the START button to start the pump in the normal forward direction. Pump Stop. Press the STOP button to stop the pump and de-energize the controller. Always press the Pump Stop button and allow the pump to come to a complete stop before pressing the Pump Reverse button.
Figure 5: System Status Board Indicators Use the status board to optimize unit performance. For example, if you observe a rapid cycling of the Heater and Cool Solenoid indicators, the unit is operating with a process inefficiency; see the Troubleshooting section for more information. What follows is a description of system status board indicators.
Mode Indicator Lights Select the unit operating mode by using the selection switch. Power On Mode Indicator Light. The Power On mode indicator light illuminates to indicate that the control circuit is energized in the unit. Auto Mode Indicator Light. The Auto mode indicator light indicates that the Auto mode is active and the controller is monitoring the system and controlling the process.
Returning Fluid to the Tank If you want to move the unit from one process to another (like mold changes), perform the following steps to drain the mold and process lines. This procedure is just the opposite of the unit startup/air purge procedure. 1.
Chapter 5: Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The checklist below contains a list of items which should be inspected and/or replaced to keep your Portable Hot Oil TCU operating at peak efficiency. Perform each inspection at the regular intervals listed below. System model # Serial # Date/ Date/...
Preventative Maintenance Make sure that your maintenance technicians comply with lock-out/tag-out procedures during any servicing or maintenance of this unit and related equipment, per OSHA article ART 1910.147. Before you begin servicing this unit, disconnect all power to it, let the unit cool down completely, and turn off the water.
Adjusting End Clearance After long periods of service, the running clearance between the end of the rotor teeth and head may be increased from wear. The pump may lose some capacity of pressure as a result. If you reset the end clearance, pump performance should improve. Examining Internal Parts Remove the head occasionally and examine the idler, bushing, head and pin for wear.
Maintaining the Pump Disassembling the Pump Before opening the pump chamber: • Make sure that any pressure in the chamber has been completely vented! • Make sure that the motor cannot be inadvertently started while you work on the pump! Failure to follow these precautions may result in serious injury or death! Mark the head and casing before disassembly to insure proper reassembly.
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Pump Assembly The seal used in this pump is simple to install. If you take care during installation, good performance will result. The principle of the mechanical seal is to make contact between the rotary and stationary members. These parts are lapped to a high finish, and their sealing effectiveness depends on complete contact.
Thrust Bearing Adjustment 1. Loosen axial setscrews in face of end cap on the thrust bearing assembly. If rotor shaft cannot be turned by hand, back off the thrust bearing assembly until there is a noticeable drag of the shaft. Note mechanical seal will provide some drag and this is a normal condition.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Introduction The utmost in safety precautions should be observed at all times when working on or around the machine and the electrical components. All normal trouble-shooting must be accomplished with the power off, line fuses removed, and with the machine tagged as out of service.
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Problem Possible cause Corrective action Check all lines/connections/ Loss of fluid in process. fittings. Allow vent timer to run out; or, Vent valve open. check valve operation when unit is cold by opening the fill port. Unit does not heat properly/can Switch to Manual Cool mode not achieve set point.
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Problem Possible cause Corrective action Inspect/replace faulty line or Leaks in connecting lines. connection. Perform venting sequence in Air in circulating lines. Chapter 3. Check fluid level in sight glass. Low fluid. Add fluid if required. Defective Ful-Flo valve. See Chapter 3. Drain water from low point in Water in fluid.
Chapter 7: Appendix Technical Specifications The following design information is provided for your reference: 1. No modifications are allowed to this equipment that could alter the CE compliance 2. Ambient temperature: 40 degrees Celsius – Maximum (104 degrees Fahrenheit) 3. Humidity range: 50% relative humidity 4.
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27. The machine is not equipped with cableless controls. 28. Color-coded (harmonized) power cord is sufficient for proper installation. WTR2-640 Chapter 7: Appendix 37 of 46...
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Figure 6: Upright Series Hot Oil Portable Temperature Control Unit Upright Series Temperature Control Unit Specifications Model number Upright- Full load amps; 460/3/60 VAC 12 kW heater 18 kW heater 24 kW heater 36 kW heater 48 kW heater Reservoir capacity in gallons / liters 17 gallons each zone c TEFC pump hp (kW)
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Drawings and Diagrams Figure 7: 18-24 GPM Pump Construction 075-00370-02 WTR2-640 Chapter 7: Appendix 39 of 46...
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Figure 8: Thrust Bearing Assembly Figure 9: Belt Tensioning Instructions WTR2-640 Chapter 7: Appendix 40 of 46...
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Spare Parts List Immersion Heaters Part number Description 722-00138-07 HTR, IMM, 12 KW, 208 V, 3”, 6 ELE 722-00138-08 HTR, IMM, 12 KW, 240 V, 3”, 6 ELE 722-00138-09 HTR, IMM, 12 KW, 380 V, 3”, 6 ELE 722-00138-10 HTR, IMM, 12 KW, 415 V, 3”, 6 ELE 722-00138-11 HTR, IMM, 12 KW, 480 V, 3”, 6 ELE 722-00138-12...
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Manual Reset Safety Thermostat Part number Description 724-00041-00 THERMOSTAT, 200ºF — 550ºF Sight Glass Assembly Part number Description 037-00046-00 GLASS, SIGHT, 15¾ Please give model and serial numbers when ordering parts. Prices are subject to change without notice Controllers Part number Description 601-00521-06 CONTROLLER, M2B, 550ºF...
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Part number Description 732-00007-03 ¼” VALVE, 115 V COIL (0-125 PSI, 300°F) 732-00013-01 ¾” VALVE, 115 V COIL (0-125 PSI, 300°F) Sensing Probe Equipment Part number Description 692-07369-05 HEAT & COOL, M2B 701-00003-00 TYPE ‘I’ THERMOCOUPLE Disconnect Switches Part number Description 728-00153-00 SWITCH, DISCONNECT, 45 AMP...
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