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FUSION X
EVAPORATOR
USER MANUAL
September
2022
LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT © All rights reserved – 2022

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  • Page 1 FUSION X EVAPORATOR USER MANUAL September 2022 LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT © All rights reserved – 2022...
  • Page 2 Naturally innovative A leader in equipment and products for the maple syrup industry, LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT distinguishes itself by its ability to innovate and develop high-performance solutions. This is what enables it to make significant changes in production techniques and processes in order to increase crop yield of high quality syrup.

  • Page 3: Important Information About Your Fusion X

    Model number: Serial number: Purchase date: Invoice number: We will be pleased to answer any of your questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    LAPIERRE naturally innovative ........
  • Page 5 7.7 Solid deposits (staining) in the pans ............29 Lapierre Equipment |...
  • Page 6 Keep your purchase invoice ............... . . 35 Lapierre Equipment |...

  • Page 7: Sections

    It is recommended that you contact your insurance company in order to confirm the compliance of your installation with its own requirements as these may differ from one insurance company to another. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    • Always keep hair, hands, and jewellery away from equipment components that are operating, or may unexpectedly start up. • Never place heavy objects on your equipment as their weight could damage parts of your FUSION X evaporator. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 9: Repairs And Maintenance

    2.3 REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE • Stop using the equipment immediately if a malfunction is detected. • Only LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT authorized personnel may carry out repairs on this equipment. • Unauthorized modifications or repairs may result in hazardous operating conditions. These conditions may also cause varying degrees of injury to users.

  • Page 10: Planning The Installation Of Your Evaporator

    Measure the height from the floor to the location of the chimney exhaust on the roof (measurement b). c. Add the heights measured in a and b. The result is the minimum height of the LWS listed chimney that you must install. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 11: Single Wall Chimney (Non-Listed)

    NOTE: The chimney must be installed with a minimum clearance of 24 in. (60.96 cm) from all combustible materials. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 12: Table 1 | Evaporator, Chimney And Vent Sizes By Model

    24 in. 00 5 -72 16 WWST (2m72) (45.72 cm) (50.8 cm) (60.96 cm) Deluxe 235 in. (5m97) Standard 00 5 -72 16 50/50 WWST Deluxe Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 13: Flashings, Rain Caps And Steam Vents

    • Your evaporator is supplied with all the necessary components for the safe installation of the LWS listed chimney. However, you must obtain the LWS listed chimney from your LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT representative. • The performance of your evaporator has been measured with a standard installation with a 16 ft. (6.10 m) listed chimney.

  • Page 14: Preparing The Location Where The Evaporator Will Be Installed

    • Check the condition of the evaporator as soon as it arrives. • Although LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT applies rigorous quality control in the plant and before shipping, please note, photograph and advise your LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT representative of any defects or imperfections that may be observed on the day your equipment is received.

  • Page 15: Installation And Component Assembly

    SIDE VIEW NIVEAU GAUCHE-DROIT NIVEAU AVANT-ARRIÈRE LEFT-RIGHT LEVEL FRONT-REAR LEVEL The part of the evaporator that lies between two side legs is called a SECTION. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 16: Masonry And Insulation

    4.3.2 Single wall chimney (non-listed) See Appendix A for single wall chimney installation. 4.3.3 Steam vents See Appendix B for steam vent installation. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 17: Pan Installation

    - Install the sap or concentrate feed connector between the basin and the intake of the preheater or cold float box, as applicable. • Connect the concentrate feed. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 18: Start-Up, Operation And Shutdown Procedures

    Fan operation is controlled by two potentiometers (rotary knobs). One for the primary air fan(s), and the other for the secondary air fan. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...
  • Page 19 Note | Evaporators measuring 4 feet or less in width only have one primary air fan, whereas evaporators measuring 5 feet or more in width have two primary air fans. 10. Turn the potentiometer for the PRIMARY air fan(s) to POSITION Ø (Zero). Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 20: Evaporator Operation

    • Ignite the load; close the door; and turn the potentiometer (rotary knob) for the PRIMARY air fan(s) to POSITION 2 and the SECONDARY air fan to POSITION Ø (Zero), for one to two minutes each. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022...

  • Page 21: Table 3 | Guide To The Potentiometers For Igniting The Oven

    • Each pan: check the boiling distribution. • Once the evaporator is boiling there shall be very minimal to no visible smoke emitted, except immediately after reloading the combustion chamber. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 22: Syrup Production

    • Monitor the TEMPERATURE OF THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER. - The reference temperature of the combustion chamber to maintain is: 1500 to 1600 °F (816 to 871 °C). - LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT suggests using this reference as a temperature to familiarize yourself with the operation of your evaporator.

  • Page 23: Changing The Syrup Pan

    - turn Off the water or concentrate supply to the evaporator, - close the valve located between the boiling rear pan and the syrup front pan, - if applicable, close the valves between the syrup pans. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 24: Equipment Maintenance And Cleaning

    • the insulation of the glass and the door, • the sealing of the door, • the insulation between the pans and the frame, • the pan insulation joints. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 25: Door Cleaning And Maintenance

    • The use of wire brushes and steel wool should also be avoided. During prolonged storage, even the slightest CLEANING PRODUCT RESIDUE ON ALL COMPONENTS may lead to damage of the equipment. Rinse each cleaned component thoroughly. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Kit

    2. Check that the circuit breakers in the electrical box are in the On position. 3. Turn each of these circuit breakers Off and On. 4. If the problem persists or is repeated, contact your LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT service centre. Temperature indicators ARE NOT WORKING Solutions 1.

  • Page 27: A Temperature Indicator Does Not Work

    1. Turn the control panel key to the Off position, then back to the On position. • If the potentiometers as well as the fans are working, the indicator must be replaced. Contact your LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT service centre for a replacement.

  • Page 28: The Temperature Of The Combustion Chamber Is 1.5 Times Lower Than That Of The Chimney

    • Disconnect the temperature sensor and check the indicator display. - If the display shows a consistent error message, the temperature sensor must be replaced. If the problem persists or is repeated, contact your LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT service centre. 4. Chimney indicator If the chimney temperature indicator shows an error message or values that are erratic, constantly unstable and substantial, proceed with the following steps.

  • Page 29: Poor Evaporator Performance

    1.5 times the chimney temperature. • The lining and insulation of the combustion chamber and the smoke passage under the pans must be checked and repaired. Contact your LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT service centre. RECOMMENDATIONS • The chimney temperature must never exceed 1000 °F (540 °C).
  • Page 30 - If they are not running, correct the situation by referring to Troubleshooting Tip 7.2 One of the primary or secondary air fans is not working. 5. Check your chimney for any blockage. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 31: Solid Deposits (Staining) In The Pans

    ✓ The height from the base of the concentrate basin to the valve is less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) than the float valve. ✓ The application of a large force on the valve. In this case, the O-ring of the valve must be replaced. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 32: Syrup Colour And/Or Taste Problems

    • The steam problem decreases: the building is too airtight for the chimney’s draft capacity, so the evaporator must be operated with an open door. • The problem remains the same: extend the steam chimney by 4 ft. (1.22 m). Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 33: Smoke Exhaust

    RAIN CAP: Check to see if the rain cap is open or if it is not obstructed by debris such as a bird’s nest, leaves, etc. o DEBRIS: Check for debris inside the chimney. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...
  • Page 34 SECTION 8 EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS STEAM ELECTRIC FUSION X EVAPORATOR BOILING PAN SYRUP PAN CHIMNEY, DIAMETER VENTS POWER SUPPLY Model No. Range Overall dimensions 7 in. Diamond 7 Diamond 9 Dimensions Dimensions Listed Non-listed Diameter Current (17.78 cm) (single wall) Width Length Width Length...
  • Page 35 96 in. FF005 -721 6 WWST 5 0/ 50 (2m44) 96 in. Deluxe    (2m44) The specifications are subject to change without notice. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - October 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 36: Equipment Specifications

    ILLUSTRATION 2 | Typical illustration of a FUSION X evaporator TOP VIEW VUE DE DESSUS VUE DE FACE VUE DE CÔTÉ FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 37: Our Warranty (Warranty Certificate)

    It is very important to keep the original invoice for the purchase of your equipment or a legible copy of it. Otherwise, LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT INC. will not accept your warranty claim. The term MANUFACTURER is used for LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT in order to lighten the text. TWO-YEAR WARRANTY The MANUFACTURER warrants that any new product is free from manufacturing, material and workmanship defects.
  • Page 38 This warranty does not cover the following costs or losses. 2.2.1 Costs for: • making the product accessible during a service call, • the trip of the authorized technician during a service call, Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...
  • Page 39 • This warranty after-sales service operation does not extend the warranty period of the equipment. The end date of the warranty remains the same, i.e., two years from the date of purchase of the product. Warranty certificate: August 2022 (V03) Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...

  • Page 40: Parts And Consumables

    SECTION 10 PARTS AND CONSUMABLES Parts for your FUSION X evaporator or any other equipment manufactured at LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT are available at our main plant in Saint Ludger, Québec, Canada and at our service centers in Waterloo, Québec, Canada and Swanton, Vermont, USA. However, do not hesitate to contact us to locate the distributor nearest you.

  • Page 41: Appendix Ainstalling The Single-Wall Chimney (Non-Listed)

    - If you are using a rope operated rain cap, install the actuator cables from the cap. • Following the installation of this final chimney assembly, check and adjust its alignment with the part under the roof, then tighten the guide wires. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...
  • Page 42 Section with lugs, for receiving steel guide cables Rain tie, or pipe and flashing collar Single section, typical 4 ft. (1.22 m) pipe Chimney connector, installed on the evaporator Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 43: Appendix Binstalling The Steam Vents

    - If you are using a rope operated rain cap, install the actuator cables from the cap. • Check and adjust the alignment of the steam vent with the part under the roof. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022...
  • Page 44 Single section, typical 4 ft. (1.22 m) pipe Steam Vent Rain Cap (Illustrated: rope operated rain cap) Rain tie, or pipe and flashing collar Hood pipe collar, sliding Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...

  • Page 45: Appendix C | Optiflam Tm Combustion Controller (Optional)

    1. WHAT IS OPTIFLAM FROM LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT? OPTIFLAM is a computerized combustion control program designed and developed by LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT. It simplifies the operation of HURRICANE evaporators including the F5 (Force 5), F5 Turbo and Fusion X The OPTIFLAM can be used in three modes of operation: •...
  • Page 46 [2] Display used to select MANUAL mode the OPERATING SETTINGS Illustration 3 Illustration 4 [3] Screen used in [4] OPERATING STATISTICS AUTOMATIC mode display screen Illustration 5 Illustration 6 Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...
  • Page 47 When a sensor malfunction is detected, the program can no longer function correctly and it is necessary to switch to MANUAL mode. Illustration 8 Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...
  • Page 48 5. restart the PRIMARY air fan(s) by adjusting the speed to the desired percentage, - also adjust the SECONDARY air fan speed to the desired percentage. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...
  • Page 49 The option of using a timer to perform a reload and specify the time between each reload warning. The operator can use either of the options offered in points 4 and 5 or use both simultaneously. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022...
  • Page 50 - the blue light on the touch screen housing flashes, - and the message “RELOAD” is displayed under the LAPIERRE identifier on the operating display. 7. The cycle described in #6 will then repeat every 5 minutes until the combustion chamber set point temperature is reached.
  • Page 51 • the blue light on the touch screen housing flashes, • and the message “RELOAD” is displayed under the LAPIERRE identifier on the operating display. Then proceed with the following step No. 4. 5.4 Step 4: RELOADING WITH COMBUSTION CHAMBER FUEL Follow the steps below to reload the combustion chamber fuel: 1.
  • Page 52 - The operation of the evaporator is now the same as in MANUAL mode, except for the combustion chamber and chimney temperatures which are no longer displayed on the operating display. Illustration 16 Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...
  • Page 53 • TCOMB (Average): Average temperature of the combustion chamber, indicated in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). • TCHIMNEY (Average): Average chimney temperature, indicated in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Not shown in Illustration 17, but existing. Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X...
  • Page 54 NOTES Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...
  • Page 55 NOTES Lapierre Equipment | | USER MANUAL | Version 01 - September 2022 FUSION X EVAPORATOR...
  • Page 56 We sincerely appreciate your trust. Thank you! LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT © All rights reserved – 2022 99 Rue de l’Escale, Saint-Ludger (QC) Canada G0M 1W0 819 548.5454 1 833 548.5454 info@elapierre.com www.elapierre.com...

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