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Installation and Operation Manual Installation, Bin Vent Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Operation, and Service Information This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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Instruct all personnel on the safe use and maintenance procedures related to this equipment. Discuss any questions on the application, use, or maintenance of this equipment with a Donaldson Torit representative. For optimum collector performance, use only Donaldson Torit replacement parts.
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Contents Service Information ..........18 Data Sheet ............... 3 Operational Checklist ........18 Description.............. 4 Filter Element Removal ........18 Purpose and Intended Use ........5 Filter Element Installation ........20 Operation..............6 Optional Equipment ..........
This reduces the risk of contamination of mounted cabinet, with each available in three filter the customer product stored in the silo/storage configurations: a two (2) filter unit (TBV-2), a container. four (4) filter unit (TBV-4) and a six (6) filter unit (TBV-6).
Consult and comply with all National and Local Codes related to fire and/or explosion properties of combustible materials when determining the location and operation of all dust, fume, or mist collection equipment. Standard Donaldson Torit equipment is not equipped with fire extinguishing or explosion protection systems.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Operation Filter Cleaning During normal operation, contaminated or dust- laden air enters the TBV through the cabinet opening The filter elements are cleaned automatically and at the bottom of the unit, which is fastened to the continuously during operation. Only a few filters silo or storage container.
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Inspection on Arrival Installation 1. Inspect unit on delivery. Site Selection 2. Report any damage to the delivery carrier. The unit can be located in the top of storage silos 3. Request a written inspection report from the and bins, or integrated into hoods for material Claims Inspector to substantiate claim.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Rigging Instructions Electrical Wiring Failure to lift the collector Electrical installation must correctly can result in severe be performed by a qualified personal injury or property damage. electrician and comply with all applicable national and local codes. Do not lift unit by the door handle.
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Standard Equipment Ship Loose Items Items shipped loose with the TBV may include: Blower/Motor Pack* • • Filter Cartridges* • Magnehelic/Photohelic Gauge • Solid State Timer Control Box • Plenum Silencer • Damper Assembly *In general, Torit Bin Vents are shipped without the blower/motor packs installed (shipped loose) to better protect the equipment during transit.
Donaldson Company, Inc. 1/4-in flat washer venturi 1/4-in nut Filter Installation for TBV Insertable quick nut collar bracket assembly The filter cartridges in the TBV insertable model extend past the bottom of the cabinet when installed. The filter cartridges would be crushed and filter damaged under the weight of the collector if they hold-down...
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Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 collar bracket hold down knob filter/venturi assembly roof support slide bar TBV door/hood notch access blow pipe clean air plenum tool-less quick release pipe coupler TBV Filter Installation...
Donaldson Company, Inc. Solid-State Timer Installation The standard control panel includes a solid-state 2. Plug the program lug into the pin that timer used to control the filter cleaning system. corresponds to the number of solenoid valves controlled. Install the control box and customer-supplied fan starter switch in a convenient location.
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Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Solenoid Connection The unit is equipped with 115-Volt solenoid valves Pulse OFF Time that control the pulse-cleaning valves, which clean Factory set at 10-seconds, adjustable from 1 to the filters. 1.5-second minimum to maximum 60 to 66-second.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Compressed Air Installation Turn compressed-air supply OFF and bleed lines before performing service or maintenance work. The compressed-air supply NOTICE must be oil and moisture free. Contamination in the compressed air used to clean filters will result in poor cleaning, cleaning valve failure or poor collector performance.
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Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 *low voltage (120 VAC) magnetic starter (blower motor) *power supply disconnect switch solid state control timer box *electrical motor (3-pin timer panel) connection hood access door T-handle - lifting lugs (4) quick latch...
Donaldson Company, Inc. Magnehelic Gauge The Magnehelic is a differential pressure gauge used 7. Thirty-five feet of plastic tubing is supplied to measure the pressure difference between the clean- and must be cut in two sections. Connect one and dirty-air plenums and provides a visual display section of tubing from the gauge’s high-pressure of filter change requirements.
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Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 1/8-in NPT x 90° male elbow clean-air plenum Magnehelic gauge 3/8-in flat washer high-pressure port 1/8-in NPT coupling low-pressure port two, 1/8-in NPT adapters mounting bracket #6-32 x 1/4-in mounting screws plastic tubing...
Donaldson Company, Inc. Start-Up Preliminary Start-Up Check 1. Turn compressed-air supply ON. Adjust 1. Check all electrical connections for tightness and regulator to 90-psi. contact. 2. Turn blower fan motor ON. 2. Check for and remove all loose items in or near the inlet and outlet of the unit.
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Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 down knobs. Reach down inside the venturi center of the collar bracket. Once loosened, pull and grasp the collar bracket; twist it to the right the filter crank out through the filter end cap (clockwise) until the filter hold-down collar until clear of the filter assembly.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Filter Element Installation 1/4-in flat washer See the Filter Installation venturi NOTICE 1/4-in nut for TBV for first time filter installation for insertable models. quick nut collar bracket assembly 1. Place the new filter element end-cap down (gasket-side up).
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Optional Equipment Photohelic Gauge The Photohelic combines the functions of a differential pressure gauge and a pressure-based jumper wires switch. The gauge function measures the pressure supplied by customer difference between the clean- and dirty-air plenum and provides a visual display of filter condition.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. 4. Thirty-five feet of plastic tubing is supplied 5. Zero and maintain the gauge as directed in the and must be cut in two sections. Connect one manufacturer’s Operating and Maintenance section of tubing from the gauge’s high-pressure Instructions provided.
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Delta P Control Description The Delta P Control monitors the differential For complete information, see the most current pressure between the clean and dirty air plenums, version of the Delta P Installation, Operation, and providing a visual display of the filter condition.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Delta P Plus Control The Delta P Plus Control monitors the differential It watches for the blower to start, the pressure pressure between the clean and dirty air plenums, drop to exceed the Low setpoint, and then for providing a visual display of the filter condition.
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Power Pack Assembly The 1 HP through 5 HP power packs are designed Radial Blade Power Pack Installation to be side-mounted at the rear of the unit. The fan When installing your blower/ blower housing is factory mounted to the unit.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. 3. Use sealer between the blower housing and the 1. Attach the motor to the motor mounting plate motor mounting plate before attaching the with four (4) mounting bolts and washers. motor/fan assembly to the blower housing. If the Torque down the bolts to the following blower housing was not factory installed to the specifications:...
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Exhaust Damper Weather Hood Exhaust dampers are available for use with the The weather hood keeps rain, snow and birds from optional blower/motor assemblies to control system entering the unit, all of which can cause the TBV to flow.
Donaldson Company, Inc. Plenum Silencer Plenum silencers are available for the blower/motor Although the plenum silencer primarily reduces assemblies. The plenum silencers are designed to noise levels, it is also equipped with a built-in be mounted on the side of the TBV in line with exhaust damper.
Bin Vent, Models TBV-2, TBV-4, and TBV-6 Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Remedy Blower fan and motor Improper motor wire size Rewire using the correct wire gauge as specified do not start by national and local codes. Not wired correctly Check and correct motor wiring for supply voltage.
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Donaldson Company, Inc. Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Remedy Insufficient airflow Lack of compressed air Check that a minimum of 90-psig is available. continued See Compressed Air Supply section. Pulse cleaning not energized Use a voltmeter to check supply voltage to the timer board.
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