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Farr Gold Series - User Manual

Farr Gold Series
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Gold Series
Dust
Collector
Gold Series
Dust
Collector
Installation,
Operation and
Maintenance
Installation,
Operation and
Maintenance
Farr Air Pollution Control
PO Box 9080 / 3501 North Airport Road
Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401
1-800-479-6801
1-800-222-6891 Fax
wwwfarr.com/apc
Customer: Customer:
Location: Location:
Job #:
Local Rep:
Rep. Phone #:
Document #C-1000-21 Rev. D

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

Section 100 Safety Precautions

100.1 Understand Signal Words and Symbols

Explains hazard symbols and their meanings for safety.

100.2 Warning Decals and Guards

Details importance of warning decals and safety guards for equipment operation.

100.3 Lock-out;Tag-out Requirements

Outlines OSHA requirements for locking out energy sources before servicing.

Section 200 Receiving Your Equipment

200.1 The Purchasers Responsibility

Defines purchaser's role in inspecting equipment upon delivery and reporting damage.

200.2 System Components

Lists and describes the various components that may be included in the Gold Series dust collection system.

200.3 How Your Equipment Is Shipped

Explains Farr's shipping methods to ensure economical and practical delivery of the dust collector.

200.4 Uncrating and Inspection

Provides instructions for carefully uncrating and inspecting components for damage or shortages.

200.5 Understand Your Serial Plate

Guides users on how to locate and understand information on the equipment's serial plate.

Section 300 Installation of Your Equipment

Table 300.1 Gold Series Assembly Tools

Lists necessary tools required for the installation of the Gold Series dust collector.

Section 310 Assembling Your Gold Series

310.1 Hardware

Details how to locate and separate hardware kits for structural support and assembly.

310.2 Hoppers

Instructions for positioning and bolting hopper sections together using support brackets.

310.3 Support Legs and Braces

Guidance on attaching support legs and cross braces to the collector structure.

310.4 Hopper;Support Structure Assembly

Steps for lifting, positioning, leveling, and anchoring the assembled hopper and support structure.

310.5 Filter Module

Instructions for preparing and attaching the filter module, including fan mount panel.

310.6 Discharge Accessories

Guidance on installing discharge accessories like drum kits, airlocks, or screw conveyors.

310.7 Drum Kit;Slide Gate

Instructions for installing drum kits and slide gates, including hose connections for drums.

310.8 Platform;Ladder

Steps for lifting and installing platform and access ladder assemblies.

Section 320 Attaching Duct Work to Your Gold Series

320.1 Inlet Duct Design

Guidelines for designing inlet ductwork, including straight length and transition angles.

320.2 Inlet Flanges

Details on different inlet flange designs and connection procedures.

320.3 Remote Mount Fan Discharges

Instructions for attaching ductwork to remote mount fan discharge points.

320.4 Top Mount Fan Discharges

Guidance on attaching ductwork to top mount fan discharge flanges.

320.5 Discharge Hopper Flange

Information on attaching accessories to the hopper discharge flange.

Section 330 Field Utility Connections

330.1 Motor Connections

Instructions for connecting fan motors and motor starters, including safety precautions.

330.2 Timer Control

Guidance on mounting and connecting the automatic timer control for cleaning cycles.

330.3 Solenoids

Details on wiring solenoids to the control board and power source for pulse jet cleaning.

330.4 Differential Pressure (DP) Connections

Instructions for connecting pressure sensing devices for monitoring differential pressure.

330.5 Compressed Air Connection

Specifies requirements for compressed air supply, including pressure and air quality.

330.6 Sprinkler Connections

Instructions for connecting sprinkler systems used for fire suppression.

Section 340 Explosion Vents

340.1 Important Note Concerning Explosion Vents

Clarifies that collector vents are part of a larger system and Farr doesn't guarantee NFPA compliance.

340.2 General Explosion Vent Guidelines

Provides general guidelines for explosion venting and system design considerations.

340.3 Explosive Dusts

Defines dusts and factors affecting their combustion properties for explosion risk assessment.

340.4 Explosion Vents Operation

Explains how explosion vents work to limit pressure during a deflagration.

340.5 Return of Filtered Air to the Building

Discusses conditions for recycling filtered air back into buildings, referencing NFPA standards.

340.6 Location of Vents and Vented Equipment

Guidelines for locating vents to safely direct discharge and protect personnel.

340.7 System Ducting on Combustible Dusts

Specifies requirements for ducting systems handling combustible particulate solids.

340.8 Ignition Sources

Lists common sources of ignition relevant to dust explosion hazards.

340.9 Vent Discharge Ducts

Guidelines for designing and installing ducts to safely vent explosion gases.

340.10 Vent Inspection and Maintenance

Outlines inspection and maintenance procedures for explosion vents.

Section 350 Filter Installation;Replacement

Section 360 Precoating of Filters

Pre-coating Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for applying pre-coat dust to filter cartridges for improved efficiency.

Section 400 Operation of Your Equipment

400.1 System Operation

Explains the basic airflow and dust collection process within the Gold Series dust collector.

400.2 Filter Cleaning

Describes the pulse jet cleaning mechanism for dislodging dust from filter elements.

400.3 Cleaning System Components

Details components of the cleaning system like headers, solenoids, and pulsejet blowpipes.

400.4 Dwyer DCT1000 Automatic Timer Controller

Explains the features and setup for the Dwyer DCT1000 automatic timer controller.

400.5 NCC DT-10 Determinator Automatic Timer Controller

Describes the NCC DT-10 Determinator controller and its differential pressure-based cleaning.

Display Keypad

Details the functions of the keypad and navigation for programming the controller.

400.6 Goyen T4 and P-4 Automatic Timer Controller

Explains the operation of Goyen T-4 (timer) and P-4 (DP) controllers for automated cleaning.

Installation

Instructions for installing the Goyen timer controllers, including power and pressure connections.

Programming Instructions

Guidance on programming the Goyen timer controller settings via the digital readout.

Programming Example

A step-by-step example demonstrating how to set ON TIME, OFF TIME, and other parameters.

400.7 Fan Operation

Information on selecting and operating fans, including performance tables and curves.

400.8 Startup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely starting up the dust collector system.

400.9 Shutdown Procedure

Procedures for safely shutting down the dust collector and preparing for maintenance.

400.10 Recommended Timer Settings

Recommended starting settings for timer controllers for optimal operation.

Section 500 Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting

500.1 Filter Elements

Discusses filter element lifespan, replacement indicators, and maintenance.

500.2 Hopper

Procedures for checking and maintaining the dust collector hopper and discharge gate.

500.3 Fan Motor Lubrication

Guidance on lubricating fan motors, including safety precautions and recommended greases.

500.4 Solenoid and Diaphragm Valves

Maintenance considerations for solenoid and diaphragm valves based on air quality.

500.5 Automatic Timer Control (if equipped)

Maintenance recommendations for automatic timer controls, focusing on environment.

500.6 Cleaning and Repair

General advice on cleaning and repairing external/internal surfaces to prevent corrosion.

500.7 Inspection Log

Explains the importance of an inspection log and provides a typical example.

500.8 Suggested Preventative Maintenance Schedule

A schedule outlining daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance tasks.

Section 510 Troubleshooting Guide

Section 600 Definitions

Section 700 Replacement Parts List

Farr Gold Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryDust Collector
Model SeriesGold Series
ManufacturerFarr
Filter TypeCartridge
Filter MediaNanofiber or cellulose blend
Filter ConfigurationVertical or horizontal mounting
Dust DischargeRotary airlock
ApplicationsWelding, metalworking, woodworking
Construction Materialstainless steel
Featurescompact design

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