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System Advanced Bulk System Owner’s Manual Document #OSOM-ABS Rev1 IMPORTANT • Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully and thoroughly before installing and operating your Advanced Bulk System. • Please retain this Owner’s Manual for future reference after reading it thoroughly.
Parts and Pre-Installation Check List READ THIS MANUAL Static Discharge Grounding Reel Inside you will find important information on how to use and maintain Tools, Materials, and Personnel Requirements: your OilSafe Advanced Bulk System. Installation Power Installation Initial Operation Maintenance Moving Your System...
Advanced Bulk System Explanation of Symbols Used This manual contains some common symbols and indications to alert you to specific areas of importance. WARNING! A situation that, if not avoided, could result in severe property damage, equipment damage, severe injury,or even death. FAILURE TO FOLLOW this warning will void your product warranty.
The OilSafe ® Advanced Bulk System is designed for the storage of machinery lubricating oils and other NON-VOLATILE fluids. STORAGE OF FLUIDSWITH A FLASHPOINT BELOW 150°F (65.5°C) IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Components within this system consist of materials that may not be compatible with your fluid. ALWAYS consult your supplier and refer to thefluid manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet (“MSDS”) before introducing a fluid to...
Advanced Bulk System OilSafe Limited Warranty OilSafe (“OS”) warrants to the original product purchaser (hereinafter the “Customer”) that the OS product which the Customer received this warranty was designed, developed, and manufactured using all due reasonable commercial care and good manufacturing practices. OS’ products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for 365 days from the original date of purchase by Customer.
Lubrication Work Center Introduction Thank you for purchasing an OilSafe Advanced Bulk System. This System was designed to store and dispense bulk ® lubricants in the workplace.The system was designed with quality in mind and is fully modular. The interchangeable series of tanks, frames, pumps, filters, and storage modules have been customized for your application.
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Advanced Bulk System FIGURE 1: Electric Tank Pod (Pod-1)
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Lubrication Work Center FIGURE 2: Pneumatic Tank Pod (Pod-1)
Advanced Bulk System Parts and Pre-Installation Check List IMPORTANT: CHECK packaging list to ensure you have all applicable parts before continuing. CONTACT YOUR SUPPLIER if it appears that any parts are missing or damaged. Refer to the specification sheet for your customized system for detailed system information including electrical requirements, and total weight of system.
Static Discharge Grounding Reels are used to ground static charges on service equipment during the transfer of ® combustible fuel and other flammable liquids. The Static Discharge Grounding Reels supplied with your OilSafe System are spring operated automatic retrieve reels containing standard steel aircraft cable.
Advanced Bulk System Tools, Materials, and Personnel Requirements: • A minimum of two people is recommended to complete installation and setup. • Electrical hook-ups and installation should be completed by your authorized electrical personnel in accordance with all local and federal laws andregulations.
Lubrication Work Center Installation CAUTION! Personal Protective Equipment (“PPE”) should be worn when installing and operating this system. System Operating Pressure should NEVER exceed 300 PSI. System operating pressures can be regulated by adjusting pump bypass relief valves located on pump heads to suit specific lubricant viscosities and temperatures.
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Advanced Bulk System STEP 4. Using a level and the provided jacking bolts in the base frame, adjust the Pod until it is level from front to back, side to side, and top to bottom. Check to ensure it is square to any adjacent rear or side walls.
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Optional Equipment - Spill Containment Connector Kit OilSafe Bulk Systems are configured to allow the containment pans to be joined together at the back of each frame simply by ordering an optional Spill Containment Connector Kit. The kit can be installed in a few minutes and is easily disconnected if it becomes necessary to move frames.
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Advanced Bulk System STEP 8. Installing the Fluid Level Gauges See Figure 8a and Figure 8b for details. Unscrew and remove the red plastic locking nut from level gauge. Remove the clear calibration tube. Gently pull up the red indicator disc.
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Lubrication Work Center NOTE: For tanks with overfill alarms, follow STEPS 10 - 16 to install your overfill alarm. STEP 9. If this is an initial installation, and you ordered your bulk system with an overfill alarm, proceed to STEP 17. STEP 10.
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Advanced Bulk System Installing the Desiccant Air Breather ( See Figure 10 for details) STEP 17. Remove desiccant air breather from sealed plastic packaging bag. Remove white elastic band from top of desiccant air breather. Remove red plastic cap plug from bottom side of desiccant air breather. Screw (clockwise) desiccant air breather onto ½”...
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Lubrication Work Center IMPORTANT: • Write the installation date on each spin-on filter element. The first filter should be replaced after the first 50 hours of system service. Subsequent filters should be replaced per the instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual, on page 28. STEP 19.
Advanced Bulk System Power Installation WARNING! ailure to follow system installation, safety and operating instructions may result in severe injury or death, damage to plant and equipment and void manufacturer warranties. The following instructions should be carried out by trained and authorized electrician or electrical personnel in accordance with your local and federal regulations and safety procedures.
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Lubrication Work Center PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS WARNING! Always ensure compressed air is properly locked-out, according to OSHA regulations before proceeding. STEP 1. At the front of the system, unscrew the plastic plug from the ½” female NPT port on the inlet air valve. See Figure 13.
Advanced Bulk System Initial Operation IMPORTANT: • Follow these steps the very first time you use your system. WARNING! The Tank Isolation Valves (located on the underside of each tank) must be in the open position whenoperating the system and in the closed position when servicing the system.
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Lubrication Work Center Filling the Tank(s) ( See Figure 14 and Figure 15 for details) STEP 1. Locate the Suction Hose Assembly. Each tank will have its own individual Suction Hose Assembly. See Figure 14. STEP 2. Place the tube-end of the Suction Hose Assembly into the oil drum or container (55-gallon drum).
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Advanced Bulk System Filling the Tank(s) ( See Figure 16 for details) STEP 3. Attach the Static Discharge Cable to the drum. See Figure 16. FIGURE 16: Attach Static Discharge Cable CAUTION! When filling Bulk Tanks from drums or barrels always ensure the Static Discharge Clip is...
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Lubrication Work Center Filling the Tank(s) ( See Figure 17 and Figure 18 for details) STEP 4. Remove dust cap from quick disconnect. See Figure 17. STEP 5. Connect ¾” color-matching quick disconnects (Suction Hose & LWC frame). See Figure 18. STEP 6.
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Advanced Bulk System NOTE: OilSafe recommends an initial Re-Circulation (“Kidney-Loop”) of the fluid at the first fill, to pre- filter oils before they are consumed or used. Refer to Re-Circulation (“Kidney-Loop”) Cycle Time Guide in the Data Tables section (page 39) for approximate run timesto complete single pass filtration of each tank.
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Lubrication Work Center Dispensing Mode (continued) NOTE: Due to air that has been trapped in the hoses during assembly, air will come out of the faucet initially. Keep the faucet in the open position until fluid is flowing at a steady pace. CAUTION! Do not wedge anything under the handle to force it to stay open.
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Advanced Bulk System Using the Dispensing Reels NOTE: Dispensing Reels are optional equipment. If you have ordered Dispensing Reels with your system,they will be located within the pod directly under the Dispensing Faucets. See Figure 20. STEP 1. Place valve handles into Dispense Mode, then press START to start the pump.
Lubrication Work Center FIGURE 21: Dispensing Reel Faucet Maintenance PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SHOULD BE SCHEDULED AND PERFORMED ON YOUR SYSTEM EVERY THREE MONTHS AFTERYOUR INITIAL INSTALLATION. Requirements Prior to Maintenance: WARNING! ALWAYS ensure the main power supply is first locked out and the system depressurized before any service is performed on this system.
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Advanced Bulk System Fire Safety Valves On bottom of each tank are two Fire Safety Valves for suction and return plumbing. These valves have a fusible link which is designed to melt at 165°F in the event of a fire, closing and stopping oil flow from each tank. These links can be manually set to open or closed positions, by setting or releasing the fusible links.
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Lubrication Work Center Maintenance Checklist Cont.: EVERY 6 MONTHS: Flush out the spill transport pallet (bottom of the pods) with hot water and cleaner/degreasing fluid. Use a clean rag and wipe down electric motors and all painted surface areas. Polish all stainless-steel areas with stainless steel cleaner. Dust the electric motor fan(s).
Disconnect hoses on Spill Containment if Connector Kit is used (Page #14) WARNING! OilSafe DOES NOT recommend changing the type of fluid dispensed by a pump. Each system is custom- built to customer specifications including the type of fluid stored. Contact your supplier if your fluid storage needs change to remove the possibility of cross-contamination and incompatibility of system materials or components with a new fluid.
Lubrication Work Center Troubleshooting WARNING! ALWAYS ensure the main power supply is first locked out and the system depressurized before any service is performed on this system. NEVER connect or disconnect lines, change filter elements, or undertake any service work when this system is running or energized. SEVERE injury or death may occur.
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Advanced Bulk System Issue Steps to Resolve The tank is not dispensing liquid 1. Check to ensure the valve handles on the front of the unit are in the correctly. correct positions. 2. Check all fittings for cracks or leaks.
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Lubrication Work Center Issue Steps to Resolve The pump system pressure needs 1. Locate relief valve on rear cover of oil pump. adjustment. 2. Using a wrench, loosen the lock nut on adjustment screw, turn Allen screw clockwise to increase pressure, or counterclockwise to decrease pressure.
Rockwall, TX 75087 sales@whitmores.com www.oilsafe.com Do not disassemble any part of the system without authorization from OilSafe. Failure to receive this authorization will void your product warranty. The following parts of your system are replaceable. Contact your supplier for ordering...
Lubrication Work Center Replacement Parts Tank Desiccant Air Breather (Part # 095Z134) This is the air filter on the top of the tanks. When the colored beads on the inside of the breather turn from orange to dark green, it is time to replace thefilter. The filter can be screwed on and off. Tank Level Gauge –...
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Advanced Bulk System TABLE 1: Spare and Replacement Parts List Type Part # Item Description Direct Mount Overfill Alarm (Audible & Flashing Light)- fits to Tank Alarm 897102 Level Gauge Colored Ball Knob for Steel Faucet Shut Off Valve - Beige...
Lubrication Work Center Tank or Motor Replacement For repair or replacement of a tank or motor, contact your supplier for ordering information. Prior to servicing, the tank should be drained and then isolated using the Tank Isolation Valves on the underside of the tank. Electrical or compressed air power should be shut off &...
Advanced Bulk System 12.Data Tables TABLE 3: Tank Re-Circulation (“Offline”) Cycle Time Guide ISO Viscosity Pump Flow Rate (GPM) 3 Rated Tank Size APPROXIMATE CIRCULATION TIME (Minutes) (Gallons) Reservoir capacity x (4 to 6 turns) / Pump Flow Rate = Time in minutes *Times will be a function of initial oil cleanliness, oil grades, oil temperature and other factors.
Lubrication Work Center Plumbing Schematic Hose Reel 1) Desiccant Breather #Z134 2) Level Indicator 3) Reservoir with integral baffle (separating suction from return) 4) Return check valve 5) Fire protection valve with fusible link 6) 3/4" Female quick disconnect 7) Suction 3-way ball valve 8) 1HP-1200rpm motor &...
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Advanced Bulk System Customer Service and Warranty Issues For any customer service, ordering requests, or warranty issues, please contact your authorized supplier or OilSafe. You may contact OS as follows: Telephone: (972) 771-1000 930 Whitmore Drive (972) 722-3252 Rockwall, TX 75087 USA Email: sales@oilsafe.com...
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