Sterling Marine Safety Devices SFC K 40 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
Safety Filters  
SFC-K 40  
SFC-K 50  
Sterling Material Processing  
 
SFC-K  
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United States:  
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ACS Suzhou  
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Mhalunge, Chakan, Tal Khed,  
Dist. Pune 410501, India  
Phone: +91 21 35329112  
Fax: + 91 20 40147576  
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Phone: + 1 847 273 7700  
Fax: + 1 847 273 7804  
Europe/Middle East/Africa
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2900 S. 160th Street  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
1. Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
1.1. Warnings and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
1.2. Explanations and information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
2. Installation instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
2.1. Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
2.2. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
2.3. Compressed air supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
2.4. Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
3. Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
3.1. Maintenance intervals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
3.2. Cleaning the collecting bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
3.3. Replacing/cleaning the filter cartridge in the hopper loader . . . . 19  
3.4. Replacing the sealing rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
3.5. Replacing/cleaning the filter cartridge of the outlet container. . . 23  
4. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
5. Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
5.1. Spare parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
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1. Safety instructions  
These safety instructions apply to all persons within the  
range of action of the equipment.  
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Please inform all persons within the range of action of the  
equipment of the direct and indirect hazards connected with  
the equipment.  
These operating instructions are to be used by all persons as-  
signed activities connected with the equipment.  
Knowledge of the English language is prerequisite.  
Ensure in each case that the operating personnel are familiar  
with the operating instructions and the function of the equip-  
ment.  
Observe the safety instructions of the connected conveying  
system.  
Safety instructions 5  
 
 
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1.1. Warnings and symbols  
The following warnings and symbols are used in these operating instructions:  
This symbol indicates danger to life! Fatal or serious injury is  
possible if the corresponding instructions, regulations or  
warnings are not observed.  
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This symbol indicates that serious injury is possible if the cor-  
responding instructions, regulations or warnings are not ob-  
served.  
L
This symbol indicates that extensive damage to equipment is  
possible if the corresponding instructions, regulations or  
warnings are not observed.  
F
This symbol indicates information important for becoming fa-  
miliar with the equipment, i.e. technical correlations.  
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This symbol indicates that a technical term is explained at this  
point.  
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1.2. Explanations and information  
Various terms and designations are used frequently in these operating instruc-  
tions to ensure clarity. Therefore please note that the terms used in the text stand  
for the corresponding explanations listed below.  
Equipment  
“Equipment” can mean an individual unit, a machine or an installation.  
·
Operating personnel  
The “operating personnel” are persons operating the equipment on their own re-  
sponsibility or according to instructions (minimum age: 16).  
·
Operator  
·
The “operator” of the equipment (production manager, foreman, etc.) is the per-  
son responsible for all production sequences. The operator instructs the operat-  
ing personnel of what is to be done.  
Operating instructions  
·
The “plant operating instructions” describe the interaction of the equipment, pro-  
duction sequences or methods. The plant operating instructions must be com-  
piled by the operator of the equipment.  
Equipment foreman  
·
When several operating personnel work on one machine, the “equipment fore-  
man” coordinates the sequences. The equipment foreman must be appointed by  
the operator.  
Trained personnel  
“Trained personnel” are persons who, due to their training, are authorized to carry  
out the required work in good practice.  
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Safety instructions 7  
 
 
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2. Installation instructions  
These installation instructions are intended for persons with  
skills in electrical and mechanical areas due to their training,  
experience and received instructions.  
»
Personnel using these installation instructions must be in-  
structed in the regulations for the prevention of accidents, the  
operating conditions and safety regulations and their imple-  
mentation.  
Ensure in each case that the personnel are informed.  
The installation instructions provided in the corresponding  
operating instructions apply for all connected equipment.  
Observe safety regulations with regard to lifting gear han-  
dling  
All installation work must be carried out with the equipment  
disconnected from electrical power and compressed air sup-  
ply.  
For installation work taking place at heights of over approx. 6  
feet, use only ladders or similar equipment and working plat-  
forms intended for this purpose. At greater heights, the  
proper equipment for protection against falling must be worn.  
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Use only suitable lifting gear which is in proper working order  
and load suspension devices with sufficient carrying capac-  
ity. Do not stand or work under suspended loads!  
Use suitable workshop equipment.  
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Install the equipment such that all parts are easily accessible;  
this facilitates maintenance and repair work.  
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Installation instructions 9  
 
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2.1. Transport  
The unit is delivered as a complete sub-assembly. Transport the unit on a pallet.  
Lift the unit only by the wall support flange (B) or by the hopper loader (A). Use  
only suitable lifting gear (e.g. hoisting crane or forklift).  
Observe the carrying capacity of the lifting gear.  
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Observe the safety instructions for the handling of lifting  
gear.  
Never lift the unit by the valve.  
F
A
B
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2.2. Installation  
For installation, the wall support flange (A) is used.  
Install the safety filter by means of four screws which guaran-  
tee a carrying capacity of at least 50 kg (110.3 lbs.).  
F
Install the safety filter in such a way that all components remain freely accessible  
for facilitating maintenance and repair work.  
Install the safety filter in the suction tube directly before the vacuum generator.  
Connect the line to the vacuum generator to the tube of the compressed-air valve  
(B) by means of a flexible hose. Screw both parts together by means of a hose  
clamp.  
Connect the line to the conveyor units to the tube of the hopper loader (C) by  
means of a flexible hose. Screw both parts together by means of a hose clamp.  
B
C
A
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2.3. Compressed air supply  
For operation of the valve, a com-  
pressed-air supply (1/4“) is  
needed.  
Check compressed air piping for  
correct installation and assembly.  
Check fittings, length and quality of  
the hose connections for agree-  
ment with requirements.  
The operating pressure is 5-6 bar  
PSI)  
(72  
overpressure).  
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87  
(system  
Check the compressed air supplied  
by the plant’s supply network.  
Maintenance unit  
Adjust compressed air pressure to  
5-6 bar (72-87 PSI) (system overpressure).  
Compressed air must be dewatered and oiled.  
Install a maintenance unit (pressure reducer with water separator and oiler) if re-  
quired.  
Connect the unit to the plant’s supply network by means of a hose.  
Depressurize compressed air supply lines which must be  
opened.  
L
Compressed air must be dewatered and oiled.  
F
Adjust pressure to a max. value of 6 bar (87 PSI) (system  
overpressure).  
Installation instructions 12  
 
 
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2.4. Electrical connection  
The electrical connection may only be carried out by trained  
personnel.  
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The regulations of the local Electricity Board must be ob-  
served.  
All work must be carried out with the unit disconnected from  
voltage and pressure supply.  
It is not permitted for other persons to undertake the electrical  
connection.  
Install a cable with three wires (3 x 1 mm²) from the safety filter to the conveying  
control.  
Installation instructions 13  
 
 
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Connect the cable to the plug of the SFC-K’s cleaning valve.  
Observe the connection diagram:  
A
B
B
A
terminal board  
terminal  
SG 5  
46  
102  
6
6
24VDC  
SG 10  
104  
110  
1
CS-VF 8/16  
X2  
CS-VF 16/32 X106  
CS-PF 5 X2  
CS-PF 10/20 X2  
11  
20  
29  
21  
30  
PE  
Connection diagram SFC-K  
Connect the plug to the cleaning valve of the safety filter and  
fasten the safety screw.  
F
Installation instructions 14  
 
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3. Maintenance  
This chapter is intended for persons with skills in electrical  
and mechanical areas due to their training, experience and  
received instructions.  
»
Personnel using the instructions in this chapter must be in-  
structed of the regulations for the prevention of accidents, the  
operating conditions and safety regulations and their imple-  
mentation.  
Ensure in each case that the personnel are informed accord-  
ingly.  
For maintenance work taking place at heights of over approx.  
6 feet, use only ladders or similar equipment and working  
platforms intended for this purpose. At greater heights, the  
proper equipment for protection against falling must be worn.  
Use only suitable lifting gear which is in proper working order  
and load suspension devices with sufficient carrying capac-  
ity. Do not stand or work under suspended loads!  
Ensure that the electric motors/switch cabinets are suffi-  
ciently protected against moisture.  
Use only suitable workshop equipment.  
Before starting maintenance work, appoint a supervisor.  
Inform the responsible personnel before maintenance work  
on the system is started.  
Never operate the equipment when partially dismantled.  
All maintenance and repair work not described in this chapter  
may only be carried out by Sterling service personnel or au-  
thorized personnel (appointed by Sterling).  
Maintenance 15  
 
 
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Disconnect the equipment from mains supply before starting  
maintenance procedures to ensure that it cannot be switched  
on unintentionally.  
L
Depressurize all compressed air piping of the equipment be-  
fore starting maintenance work.  
Please observe the maintenance intervals.  
F
Before starting maintenance work, clean the equipment of oil,  
fuel or lubricants.  
Ensure that materials and incidentals required for operation  
as well as spare parts are disposed of properly and in an envi-  
ronmentally sound manner.  
Use only original Sterling spare parts.  
Keep record of all maintenance and repair procedures.  
Maintenance 16  
 
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3.1. Maintenance intervals  
Daily:  
Check warning signs on equipment for good  
legibility and completeness.  
Check the oil level in the oiler.  
Empty the water separator.  
Check operating pressure of the plant’s supply  
network (5-6 bar system overpressure).  
Check waste level in the collecting bin.  
Monthly:  
Clean the fiter cartridges  
(depending on accumulation of dust earlier!).  
Every six months:  
Check all electrical and mechanical connections  
for secure fit.  
Replace the filter cartridges  
(depending on accumulation of dust earlier!).  
Check the sealing rings of the nonreturn valve  
and the outlet flap.  
Yearly:  
Replace the sealing rings of the nonreturn valve  
and the outlet flap.  
The service intervals refer to a 3-shift operation.  
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The given maintenance intervals are average values.  
F
Check whether in your individual case the maintenance inter-  
vals must be shortened.  
Maintenance 17  
 
 
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3.2. Cleaning the collecting bin  
For cleaning of the collecting bin, the plant should be  
switched off.  
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Open the toggle-type fasteners (A).  
Remove the collecting bin (B) from the sup-  
port.  
Clean the collecting bin (B).  
Place the collecting bin (B) back in the sup-  
port.  
Close the toggle-type fasteners (A).  
Check the collecting bin (B) for proper fit.  
A
B
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Maintenance 18  
 
 
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3.3. Replacing/cleaning the filter cartridge in the hopper loader  
Stop the conveying procedure.  
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Interrupt the mains supply.  
Switch off the conveying system at the main switch.  
Set all compressed-air lines at zero pressure.  
The conveying capacity is diminished by a clogged filter car-  
tridge.  
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Open the toggle-type fasteners (A)  
between the hopper lid and the  
hopper loader.  
A
B
Remove the hopper lid with the fil-  
ter cartridge (B) from the hopper  
loader.  
Remove the locking pin and open  
the lock nut on the filter cartridge  
(B).  
Remove the filter cartridge (B) from  
the hopper lid.  
Blow compressed air through the  
clogged filter cartridge from the in-  
side out or replace the filter car-  
tridge (B).  
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Maintenance 19  
 
 
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Install the new filter cartridge on the hopper lid.  
Use a new lock nut.  
F
Tighten the lock nut with 20 Nm.  
Mount the locking pin.  
Place the hopper lid with the filter cartridge on the hopper loader.  
Close the toggle-type fasteners.  
Purchase order number  
&
filter cartridge:  
lock nut:  
ID 85612  
ID 85486  
Maintenance 20  
 
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3.4. Replacing the sealing rings  
Stop the conveying procedure.  
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Switch off the conveying system at the main switch.  
Interrupt the mains supply.  
Set all compressed-air lines at zero pressure.  
Nonreturn valve  
Open the toggle-type fasteners (A) be-  
tween the hopper lid and the hopper  
loader.  
A
B
Remove the hopper lid with the filter car-  
tridge from the hopper loader.  
Draw the old sealing ring off the nozzle (B).  
Install the new sealing ring.  
Place the hopper lid with the filter cartridge  
on the hopper loader.  
Close the toggle-type fasteners (A).  
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Purchase order number  
&
sealing ring:  
ID 85610  
Maintenance 21  
 
 
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Outlet flap  
Open the toggle-type fasteners (A).  
Remove the collecting bin (B) from the support.  
Remove the old sealing ring (C) from the nozzle of the material outlet.  
Install the new sealing ring (C).  
Observe the direction of installation (D).  
F
Place the collecting bin (B) back in the support.  
Close the toggle-type fasteners (A).  
Purchase order number  
&
sealing ring:  
ID 23098  
A
B
C
D
Installation of sealing ring  
Maintenance 22  
 
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3.5. Replacing/cleaning the filter cartridge of the outlet container  
The filter cartridge can also be replaced/cleaned during oper-  
ation. Because of accumulation of dust, Sterling recom-  
mends that you switch off the safety filter.  
F
Slide the filter cartridge off the nozzle of  
the outlet container.  
Blow compressed air through the  
clogged filter cartridge from the inside  
out or replace the filter cartridge.  
Install the cleaned/new filter cartridge.  
A
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Purchase order number  
&
filter cartridge:  
ID 98171  
Maintenance 23  
 
 
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4. Technical data  
Versions:  
SFC-K 40  
SFC-K 50  
Weight:  
approx. 10 kg (22 lbs)  
Compressed air supply:  
4-6 bar (72-87 PSI) system overpressure  
262 mm  
10.3"  
180 mm  
7.1"  
1O mm  
0.4"  
29O mm  
11.4"  
All dimensions are in mm. Subject to alteration.  
Technical data 24  
 
 
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5. Appendix  
Appendix 25  
 
 
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5.1. Spare parts list  
This spare parts list is intended to be used only by trained  
personnel.  
»
Other persons are not permitted to modify or repair the equip-  
ment.  
Appendix 26  
 
 
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SFC-K 40/50  
16  
1
13  
14  
46  
20  
19  
8
28  
31  
27  
17  
40  
6
18  
7
29  
5
Appendix 27  
 
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Pos.  
1
Orderno. / Designation  
28622 / valve housing  
28624 / collecting bin  
23093 / outlet flap with magnet  
23098 / sealing ring  
13428 / nonreturn valve  
28623 / cylinder  
5
6
7
8
13  
14  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
27  
28  
29  
31  
40  
46  
23092 / sealing  
09646 / sealing ring  
28420 / sealing ring  
28619 / sealing ring  
85612 / filter cartridge  
96383 / sealing  
85486 / lock nut  
85533 / profile tension ring  
85497 / toggle-type fastener  
85610 / sealing ring  
98171 / filter cartridge  
29297 / sealing ring  
Appendix 28  
 

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