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Operating instructions Translation of the original German version Version 1.8 en, 20.01.2022 UTSR moving grate combustion system Series, Type: UTSR- Fabrication number: See nameplate System name: Year of manufacture: 2022 Schmid AG energy solutions Hörnlistrasse 12 8360 Eschlikon Switzerland www.schmid-energy.ch...
This is clearly stated in the order confir- mation of Schmid AG energy solutions and in the system overview. Any other use, or the use of any other fuels is considered contrary to the intended use. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from such use.
1 Safety instructions 1.1.2 Combustion grate and boiler The values specified on the nameplate must be adhered to. Failure to adhere to these specifications voids the warranty on system parts, mechanics and guaranteed emissions. Also refer to «2.8.4 Planning values» of the UTSR series. This applies to the following values in particular: •...
1 Safety instructions Residual risks The machine is built to the state of the art and in conformity with recognized safety stan- dards. The following residual risks exist and should be kept in mind when operating the machinery. Residual risks associated with specific phases of the service life of the system are detailed in the corresponding chapters of these instructions.
1 Safety instructions DANGER! Risk of explosion (deflagration)! Risk of flame exposure when opening the combustion chamber door! In the event of faulty pre-ventilation or incomplete combustion, an explosive atmo- sphere can occur in the combustion chamber due to the formation of carbon monoxide (CO).
1 Safety instructions WARNING! Risk of injury due to rotating parts. Before entering the combustion chamber, switch off the grate de-ashing screw on the maintenance switch and secure with the personal padlock to prevent reactivation. Warning signs Sign below the main switch of the electri- RISK OF FATAL ELECTRIC SHOCK cal circuit cabinet 5 compulsory safety rules for working...
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1 Safety instructions DANGER OF EXPLOSION/ DEFLAGRATION! Do not open the furnace door during start-up and ignition! HOT SURFACES! Always wear full protection gear (gloves, goggles, long-sleeved cotton garments). Sign next to combustion chamber door FIRE HAZARD/ • Do not open during start-lighting pro- RADIANT HEAT! Only open the furnace door briefly cedure...
1 Safety instructions Emergency shut down The movement of the wood combustion system can be stopped at any time by activating the emergency stop button. Opening the combustion chamber door or the boiler door stops the movement of the system. Exception: the flue gas fan continues to run. Removal of the ash container stops the movement of all of the ash removal components.
1 Safety instructions 1.7.1 Combustion air supply to the heating room Depending on the desired capacity, a certain air flow rate is necessary for wood combus- tion (combustion air). The size of the openings is determined during planning in accordance with the valid local directives (e.g.
1 Safety instructions Safety and monitoring systems The detailed description of the error messages is given in Register "C User manual, Control unit", section "11 Events". 1.8.1 Overview (In compliance with EN 303-5:2012) Fig. 1 Safety and monitoring systems Item Description Function Back fire thermostat In the event of a backfire, switches off the...
An annual functional check must be carried out on the thermal extinguishing water valve. This inspection work may only be carried out by service personnel of Schmid AG energy solutions. UTSR moving grate combustion system 1.8 en...
The customer can provide emergency stop buttons on the access doors and escape routes to the heating room that can be integrated into the control cabinet front. Actu- ating the emergency stop button stops the system controlled by Schmid AG energy solu- tions.
1 Safety instructions Operator workstations Access to the system must be possible on all sides for the following tasks: • General operation • Fire monitoring • Flue gas duct cleaning and flue gas recovery • Cleaning of the combustion chamber •...
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1 Safety instructions Capacity (kW), in compliance with A (mm) B (mm) C (mm) D (mm) EN 303-5 1200 3000 2000 4100 1800 1600 3400 2000 4150 1850 2000 3800 2320 5050 2050 2400 4400 2320 5050 2050 3200 4800 2800 6800 2700...
2 Description UTSR Description UTSR Introduction This automatic moving grate combustion system is designed for economical and low- emission combustion of forest woodchips and pellets. The energy released by combus- tion is used thermally. Depending on the heat requirements, the combustion system adjusts its capacity within a range of 30 to 100 percent.
25 litres per kW of the nominal heat capacity. Schmid AG generally recommends installing a minimum heat storage volume of 30 litres per kW of the nominal heat capacity of the largest boiler, regardless of the boiler size.
2 Description UTSR Description of functions To ensure optimal combustion, the fuel, which is dosed with the stoker screw or pusher, undergoes the necessary phases. • Drying • Gasification (pyrolysis) • Combustion (oxidation) • Charcoal burnout In order to control this process, the system has two different air supply zones. •...
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2 Description UTSR The following measurements control the combustion process: • Primary air quantity • Secondary air quantity • Combustion temperature • Excess air measurement (O sensor) • Underpressure in the combustion chamber • Temperature of the refractory lining (UTSR 700 and larger) •...
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2 Description UTSR Fine particle filter A fine particulate filter can be optionally integrated into the system. Additional informa- tion is given in the separate instruction manual. The flue gas is further purified through a fine particle filter. If the filter is operated with underpressure, it is installed upstream of the flue gas fan.
2 Description UTSR Design of the moving grate combustion system The automatic wood combustion system consists of the following system components: 10,26 13,15 Fig. 5 Design of the moving grate combustion system UTSR moving grate combustion system D-24 1.8 en...
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2 Description UTSR Item Designation Function Fuel transport, inlet Inlet for fuel, e.g. via stoker screw Combustion grate Consists of a vault, refractory lining, and a moving grate Hot water boiler Heating the hot water Boiler door Access to the hot water boiler Flue gas dedusting (cyclone Usually by means of a multi-cyclone separator)
2 Description UTSR Item Designation Function Refractory lining sensor Measures the temperature of the refractory lining (possible from UTSR 700 and larger) Combustion chamber temperature Measures the temperature in the combus- sensor tion chamber and regulates the supply air Boiler drain KE for draining the water from the boiler sensor (lambda sensor) Measures the oxygen content in the flue...
2 Description UTSR 2.4.2 Automatic ignition (optional) Automatic ignition is performed with an industri- al hot air blower installed on the side of the com- bustion system. The fuel is ignited automatically directly in the combustion chamber. The auto- matic ignition consists of: •...
2 Description UTSR 2.4.4 Temperature safety valve The thermal process safeguard is designed for discharging the boiler idle capacity, e.g. in the event of failure of the boiler pump or a power failure. In the event of excess temperatures the thermostatic valve opens automatically and cools the boiler. Discharge must be effected through a heat-resistant pipe.
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A drinking water separator must be installed in the extinguishing water supply in compliance with specific national regulations. An annual functional check must be carried out on the thermal process safeguard. This inspection work may only be carried out by service personnel of Schmid energy solu- tions. Operating range (kW)
2 Description UTSR 2.4.5 Flue gas recovery (option) The flue gas recovery unit is a system that recirculates part of the flue gas to the primary air zone (up to 900kW) or the primary and secondary air zone (from 1200kW). This reduces the combustion chamber temperature.
2 Description UTSR Before carrying out any maintenance work on the automatic boiler tube cleaning system, the compressed air tank of the cleaning system must be disconnected from the air supply (e.g. by closing the ball tap or releasing the quick-action coupling on the compressor).
2 Description UTSR Inlet design variants For combustion of wood chips, shavings etc., in accordance with the order confirmation and system overview. Water-cooled grate inlet for the ESC hydraulic push- er and HFE hydraulic horizontal conveyor unit as well as STO from UTSR-3200 Transition to the HFE hydraulic horizontal conveyor unit Grate inlet to the stoker screw...
2 Description UTSR 2.8.4 Planning values UTSR series UTSR-180 UTSR-240 UTSR-300 UTSR-360 UTSR-450 in compliance with EN 303-5: 2012 Heat generation calculation basis: Nominal heat capacity Heat capacity range 30-100% 54-180 72-240 90-300 108-360 135-450 Permissible operating overpressure Permissible operating temperature °C Minimum return line temperature °C...
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2 Description UTSR UTSR series UTSR-180 UTSR-240 UTSR-300 UTSR-360 UTSR-450 in compliance with EN 303-5: 2012 Capacity at lowest capacity HG 0.6** 0.6** 0.6** 0.6** 0.5** Capacity at nominal heat capacity PE 1.1** 1.3** 1.4** 1.4** 1.5** Capacity at lowest capacity PE 0.7** 0.7** 0.6**...
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2 Description UTSR UTSR series UTSR-550/500 UTSR-550 in compliance with EN 303-5: 2012 Flue gas temperature at the lowest capacity °C Flue gas flow rate at nominal capacity HG 410* 410* Flue gas flow rate at the lowest capacity HG 110* 110* Flue gas flow rate at nominal capacity PE...
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2 Description UTSR UTSR series in UTSR- UTSR- UTSR- UTSR-700 UTSR-900 UTSR-995 line with EN 303-5: 2012 1200 1600 2000 Heat generation calculation basis: Nominal heat capacity 1200 1600 2000 Heat capacity range 30-100% kW 210-700 270-900 300-995 360- 480- 600- 1200 1600...
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2 Description UTSR UTSR series in UTSR- UTSR- UTSR- UTSR-2400 UTSR-3200 line with EN 303-5: 2012 4200 5000 6500 Heat generation calculation basis: Nominal heat capacity 2400 3200 4200 5000 6500 Heat capacity range 30-100% kW 720-2400 960-3200 1260- 1500- 1950- 4200 5000...
3 Transport Transport All of the products offered by Schmid AG energy solutions are transported by our own specialists and delivered to the correct location. The components of the system are protected against corrosion for transport and storage. The components of the combustion system are delivered separately as follows: •...
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3 Transport WARNING! The boiler door can open accidentally during transport and cause injury to the head and upper body. The boiler door must be closed before lifting the boiler. Never stand between the lifted boiler and a wall - risk of crushing. UTSR moving grate combustion system D-44 1.8 en...
Alternatively, the system components can also be unloaded using a forklift. In this case make sure to tell the Schmid AG energy solutions project lead. In this case the compo- nents are supported with pallets or squared timber during truck loading.
4 Installation, commissioning Commissioning All Schmid AG energy solutions products are normally taken into operation by our trained staff. An essential part of the commissioning process includes the instruction of the future equipment operators. The equipment operators must be present during commissioning. The personnel should be familiar with the instruction manual prior to commissioning.
4 Installation, commissioning 4.2.1 Requirements for circulating water up to 110° In order to prevent damage, particularly due to scaling in the hot water boilers circu- lating water in new and refills must fulfil the following conditions: Characteristic Value Notes Total water hardness Max 0.2°...
4) Once dry, the refractory should be heated at a rate of 50°C/h until it reaches the maximum temperature. We recommend letting specialists from Schmid AG energy solutions or from another specialised service provider heat up the moving grate combustion system for the first time.
5 Operation Operation General instructions The moving grate combustion system can be ignited and controlled via a central control unit (optional). If the automatic ignition system does not work or is not installed, the system must be ignited manually. The moving grate combustion system may only be operated in a safe, functional and good condition.
5 Operation 5.1.1 System operation To guarantee minimum system wear, continuous operation is necessary. With contin- uous operation, the thermal loads from repeated cooling and heating are prevented, which has a positive effect on the service life of the entire system. With regard to the set number of activation/deactivation operations per day and the minimum combustion time, in Switzerland the regulations of the canton must be taken into account.
5 Operation Switching the combustion system on DANGER! Explosion hazard due to deflagration! An overfilled combustion chamber can create an explosive atmosphere, which can cause serious injury when lit. Empty the combustion chamber before firing. Never use fire accelerants (petroleum or similar) when lighting the fire. The detailed description of how to switch on the combustion system is given in Register "C User manual, Control unit", section "4.2 Automatic mode".
5 Operation 5.2.1 Correct manual lighting Materials: Firewood and wax-soaked wood shavings or wood chips. Never use fire accelerants (e.g. petroleum or similar) for lighting - risk of burns. In addition to these highly flammable ma- terials, add middle sized and large pieces of firewood, observing the rule of thumb: "From fine to coarse, from soft to hard"...
5.4.2 Machine control unit The entire system can only be operated via the control unit. It is set up by Schmid AG energy solutions personnel during the commissioning process (see «4 Installation, commissioning»). Changes to the settings may only be made by Schmid AG energy solutions service personnel.
5 Operation Recommissioning after a longer interruption No special measures are necessary if recommissioning after a period of downtime of up to one year. After longer periods of downtime, proceed according to «4.2 Commissioning». During commissioning the moving grate combustion system should be checked for flawless operation without fuel.
Maintenance contract In order to prevent faults and defects to the system, and to ensure optimal combustion, we recommend maintenance of the system by Schmid AG energy solutions either annu- ally or every 4000 hours of operation. Schmid AG energy solutions offers maintenance contracts with different performance levels.
6 Maintenance Cleaning WARNING! Risk of injury when entering the combustion chamber. Always secure the combustion chamber door. Before entering the combustion chamber always secure the combustion chamber door with the personal padlock. WARNING! Risk of injury due to rotating parts. Before entering the combustion chamber, switch off the grate de-ashing screw on the maintenance switch and secure with the personal padlock to prevent reactivation.
6 Maintenance WARNING! Surfaces and interior are very hot and can cause burns. Before cleaning allow the combustion system to cool. Always wear personal protective equipment. Secure the system against accidental activation. WARNING! Dust and fly ash can negatively influence breathing and cause irreversible damage to lungs and respiratory tracts.
6 Maintenance 6.3.2 Clean upper vault Procedure: 1. Open the cover. 2. Push the ash into the oven. 3. Pull the ash on the top vault to the front. WARNING! The interior is very hot and can cause burns. Before cleaning allow the combustion system to cool.
6 Maintenance 6.3.3 Clean ash removal box Procedure: 1. Open the cover. 2. Push the ash to the rear, inward and suction off. 6.3.4 Clean fan Procedure: 1. Open cleaning opening. 2. Clean the fan hub with a brush (preliminary cleaning using the square brush, final cleaning with a round brush).
6 Maintenance 6.3.5 Clean lower vault Procedure: 1. Remove panel cover. 2. Open the door. 3. Put on heat resistant gloves and remove the door inserts. 4. Push the ash rearward into the combustion chamber. UTSR moving grate combustion system 1.8 en D-61...
3. Clean the grate bars mechanically and check for damage. 4. Refit the grate bars in the same sequence. Do not confuse the sequence of the rows when refitting. The grate bars and rows may only be changed by Schmid AG energy solutions service personnel. 6.3.7 Clean lower grate Procedure: ...
6 Maintenance Maintenance overview The maintenance and inspection data are based on continuous operation. If the require- ment is not fulfilled within the corresponding period, the period can be extended. However, a complete overhaul must be performed every two to three years. 10,26 13,15 Fig.
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6 Maintenance The key to the drawing above is contained in section «2.4 Design of the moving grate combustion system» Maintenance tasks Visually inspect the combustion chamber (31) and fire appearance. Check the flue gas temperature 6.5.1 Listen for unusual noise in the motor or other unusual noises Check the fill level of the ash container.
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6.5.2 Check the thermal extinguishing water valve Only have Check the back fire thermostat carried out Check the rotary valve or back fire protection by Schmid slide AG energy Check the differential pressure gauge solutions Check the safety temperature limiter...
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6 Maintenance Maintenance tasks Have the hoses checked by a competent person In compli- (hydraulic specialist) for leaks and brittle areas ance with EN ISO 4413 Oil change, hydraulic units 4 years or 16,000 hours Observe the of operation manufactur- er's specifi- cations Replace all hydraulic hoses...
Please coordinate the inspection date with our customer service depart- ment as early as possible. In the event of deviation from the values determined during commissioning, the system must be cleaned or Schmid AG energy solutions customer service must be contacted. 6.5.2 Clean the O...
6 Maintenance 6.5.4 Maintenance work on components with drive units All separately deactivating drives are equipped with a maintenance switch and can be disconnected from the mains for maintenance purposes. No maintenance switches are permitted for electrical drive units which cannot be indi- vidually deactivated for safety reasons.
6 Maintenance 6.5.6 Oil hydraulics WARNING! High pressures, incorrect assembly or brittle hydraulic lines can result in injury caused by high pressure streams of fluid! Check the hydraulic lines regularly in accordance with the maintenance schedule. If defective hydraulic lines or leaks are discovered, they must be repaired immediately. The hydraulic lines must be checked and replaced every six years by a hydraulics engi- neer.
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6 Maintenance Oil level check/oil change Check the oil level monthly in the inspection window of the hydraulic power unit. The oil level should be kept at the "max." mark when all cylinders are retracted. Change oil according to manufacturer's spec- ifications in the supplier documentation.
6 Maintenance 6.5.7 Lubrication All the parts of the system are lubricated prior to delivery. Periodic lubrication is indis- pensable for fault-free operation of the system and prevents expensive repairs (refer to the maintenance table). Fig. 21 Lubrication points UTSR moving grate combustion system 1.8 en D-71...
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6 Maintenance Item Maintenance tasks Lubricant Lubricate flanged bearings, roller Multi-purpose grease, lithium saponified, chains, and bearing points on screw e.g. High-performance lubricating grease conveyors Motorex FETT 3000 art. no. 6000.4374 Grease bearings on flue gas fans, Special high-temperature grease, (up to 7.5 generally 11 kW capacity and above kW, usually permanently lubricated), e.g.
Disassembly and disposal Disassembly Schmid AG energy solutions strongly recommends that disassembly be carried out by our specialists. Schmid AG energy solutions assumes no liability for injury, damage to machinery or buildings resulting from improper disassembly performed by third parties. WARNING! Improper disassembly can cause damage to persons and to the building! Before disassembly, it is essential to disconnect the power supply.
Under certain circumstances, the installation and use of such products may have a negative impact on and thus affect the safety of the system's design fea- tures. In principle, only original components or those that are approved by Schmid AG energy solutions may be installed in the system. Note: The following spare parts lists correspond to standard systems (valid in March 2014).
8 Spare parts UTSR moving grate combustion system 16,17 18,19 4,5,6 1,2,3 41,42,43 9,10 28,29 Fig. 22 Spare parts for the UTSR moving grate combustion system UTSR moving grate combustion system 1.8 en D-75...
8 Spare parts Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes 2.42 m Gasket KERA, 30x30mm (550°) 6000.1344 Side door seal type SC Safety interlock AZM 161, AZM 2000.7217 161SK-12/03RK-024G 8.3.3 UTSR 450-550 Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes Grate bar long cam 5.5 mm, 450/ 2000.4426 64.5 mm heat resistant Grate bar long cam 5.5 mm, 450/...
8 Spare parts Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes Insulation panel, 3x235x336mm 4000.4119 Mica glass, Ø48x0.5mm 2000.2070 For inspection window Ø50 Gasket KERA, Ø40 (550°) type SR 6000.1305 Seal over the first 0.71 m grate bar 1.71 m Gasket KERA, 22x22mm (1050°) 6000.1371 Seal for combustion type IC chamber door...
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8 Spare parts Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes Bronze ø99/ø50 x 37 mm, cylinder guide 4000.5091 For cylinder for cylinder 63/40 stroke =200 guide under- grate de-ash- Double-acting hydraulic cylinder, ZD0 2000.0617 For under- C1-80/40-200-R-Viton GK1-35 grate de-ash- Supply air fan, CMP 922-2T-3 2000.1191 2.2 KW/2880 Silencer on the suction side clear width...
8 Spare parts 8.3.5 UTSR 1200 Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes Grate bar wide, 450/125 mm 2000.2139 Heat resistant Grate bar long cam 5.5 mm, 450/64.5 2000.4426 Heat resistant Grate bar long cam 5.5 mm, 450/62.5 2000.4435 Number is defined mm heat resistant when installing Grate bar long cam 3.5 mm, 450/64.5...
8 Spare parts Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes 8.1 m Gasket Kera, Ø40 (600°) type SC 6000.1305 Seal between grate and boiler 1.1 m Gasket Kera, Ø40 (600°) type SC 6000.1305 Seal over the first grate bar 2.1 m Gasket Kera, 25x25mm (1200 °) type 6000.1370 Seal grate door 1.9 m...
8 Spare parts 8.3.8 UTSR 2400 Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes Grate bar wide, 450/125 mm 2000.2139 Heat resistant Grate bar long cam 5.5 mm, 450/ 2000.4426 Heat resistant 64.5 mm Grate bar long cam 5.5 mm, 450/ 2000.4435 Number is defined 62.5 mm heat resistant when installing Grate bar wide, 450/123 mm heat...
8 Spare parts Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes Mica glass, Ø048x0.5mm 2000.2070 For inspection window Ø50 11.25 Gasket Kera, Ø40 (600°) type SC 6000.1305 Seal between grate and boiler 2.1 m Gasket Kera, 25x25mm (1200 °) 6000.1370 Seal grate door type IC 2.1 m Gasket Kera, 25x25mm (1200 °)
8 Spare parts Back fire protection BRA Fig. 25 Back fire protection BRA UTSR 150-550 (with single stoker) Item Quantity Description Article no. Notes Extinguishing water valve, AVTA 2000.0956 Complete, probe, cor- 20 3/4 inch 50-90°C rugated tube and valve UTSR 150-4200 (with double stoker) Item Quantity Description...
8 Spare parts Flue gas recovery (recirculation) Fig. 26 Flue gas recovery (example illustrated) Item Designation Recirculation fan Check flap valve Non-return valve up to 900 kW, rotary slide valve from 1200 kW Temperature monitoring up to 900kW Primary air zone Secondary air zone UTSR moving grate combustion system D-92...