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AAF FabriPulse M User Manual

AAF FabriPulse M
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Table of Contents

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AAF FabriPulse M Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAAF
ModelFabriPulse M
CategoryDust Collector
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Safety

Safety Statement

Emphasizes personnel safety as the highest priority for all involved in handling industrial dust collection equipment.

Safe Working Practices and Staff Training

Offers guidelines for employee and customer safety, emphasizing training and supervision for all tasks.

Dust Explosions

Details the serious industrial hazard of dust explosions and user responsibility for mitigation.

Electrical Hazards

Warns about potential electrical hazards and requires proper disconnection and lockout procedures.

Rotating Equipment

Highlights the severe injury potential from the rotating fan wheel and necessary precautions.

Safety Guards

Instructs to keep access panels secured during operation and to lock out power before access.

General Product Information

Product Description

Describes the FabriPulse M as a self-cleaning pulse-jet dust collector with high-efficiency bag filters.

Purpose and Intended Use

Specifies the FabriPulse M is for dry nuisance dusts, typically less than 8 gr/ft³, in various industries.

Normal Operation

Explains how air enters, dust is collected on bags, and clean air exits the collector.

Sizes

Details the available bag lengths (4 and 6 feet) and the size nomenclature for the FabriPulse M.

Filter Elements

Describes the unique header design with 6x7 array of bags and their arrangement.

Weights

Provides a table of net weights for different FabriPulse M models.

Product Shipment

How the Product Ships

Explains that collectors are factory assembled and lists required field connections.

Items That Ship Separately

Notes that AAF may ship items separately to save costs and advises on storage.

Product Receipt at the Designated Delivery Point

Customer Responsibilities at Delivery

Outlines customer duties regarding loading/unloading equipment and safety before delivery.

Receiving Procedures

Instructs to remove protective coverings and loose items before unloading the collector.

Inspection on Arrival

Advises checking for shipping damage and comparing received items against the order.

Damaged Goods

Details procedures for notifying the carrier and documenting any visible or hidden damage.

Missing Goods

Instructs to note missing items on the delivery receipt and notify AAF International immediately.

Unloading and Handling

Unloading and Lifting

Warns about severe injury risk from incorrect lifting and provides guidance on using lifting lugs and spreader bars.

Storage and Protection

Site Preparation

Locating Equipment

Discusses factors for site selection like wind, seismic loads, indoor/outdoor use, and maintenance access.

Foundations

Explains typical foundation requirements (reinforced concrete) and factors for calculation.

Anchoring

Details anchor bolt requirements and considerations for collector placement.

Assembly and Installation

Assembly and Installation Introduction

Stresses the importance of proper installation for safe and efficient operation.

Assembling and Installing the Structure

Details the assembly steps for the collector's structure, including legs, hoppers, and housing.

Installing Access Components

Refers to separate instructions for installing access components like platforms.

Installation of Control Panel

Guides on selecting a location for the control enclosure and connecting tubing for differential pressure measurement.

Installation of Filter Elements

Details how to check new header assemblies and the procedure for bag installation/removal.

Installation of Accessories

Refers to separate instructions for installing accessories like sprinklers and airlocks.

Electrical Connections

Provides essential safety warnings and guidance for connecting the fan motor and control system.

Electrical Wiring Diagram

Illustrates wiring connections for the master controller, expander modules, and solenoids.

Compressed Air Connections

Details the requirements for dry compressed air supply (90-100 psig) and manifold connections.

Ductwork Installation

Guides on connecting inlet and outlet ductwork, emphasizing independent support.

Explosion Vents

Installation of Explosion Vents

Explains that vents ship separately and how they are mounted to the collector frame.

Explosion Vent Assembly

Details careful handling and mounting of the explosion vent panel to the frame, noting sharp edges.

Explosion Vent Burst Sensor

Describes the burst sensor, its connection to control systems, and its operation.

Explosion Vent Servicing

Recommends regular inspection and replacement of damaged or worn explosion vent parts.

Safety Distance for Venting

Emphasizes directing vented material outdoors and considering effects of fireball temperature and pressure.

Start-Up & Operation

Start-up Checklist

Provides a step-by-step checklist for pre-operation checks before introducing dust.

Normal Operation

Explains the collector's operating principle, dust collection, and periodic cleaning cycles.

Maintenance

Record Keeping

Suggests maintaining records of operational data and servicing for maintenance scheduling.

Initial Weekly Maintenance

Details daily differential pressure recording for the first 30 days and checking air supply components.

Six-Month Maintenance

Outlines inspection points for bags, seals, electrical apparatus, and valves every six months.

Annual Maintenance

Recommends replacing diaphragms, return springs, and solenoids annually.

Filter Removal and Installation

Refers to section 9.2.7 and emphasizes safety precautions for handling dirty bags.

Integral Fan Maintenance

Covers maintenance procedures for the integral fan, including lubrication and belt drives.

Fan Bearing Replacement

Details the procedure for replacing fan bearings on integral fans with belt drives.

Integral Fan and Motor Replacement

Explains how to lock out power, remove the top assembly, and replace the fan wheel or motor.

Accessories Maintenance

Recommends inspecting accessories for wear or damage at the same interval as the bags.

Troubleshooting

High Differential Pressure Reading

Lists potential causes like improper control operation, insufficient compressed air, or solenoid malfunction.

High Differential Pressure Causes

Includes static electricity build-up, collector overloads, and insufficient dust cake as causes.

Visible Discharge

Addresses causes like improperly installed/damaged bags or improper header sealing.

Insufficient Hood Control

Points to incorrect fan rotation or fan V-belt slippage as causes.

Insufficient Hood Control Causes

Includes leaks, closed air passages, and undersized ducts as causes.

Fabric Bag Problems

Discusses issues related to temperature, humidity, and dust characteristics affecting bag performance.

Fabric Bag Problems (cont.)

Covers dust build-up in hoppers and bag wear on the inside.

Recommended Spare Parts List

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