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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION
2.1 Overview
Installation and commissioning requirements and procedures are detailed in this section. These
procedures require a thorough understanding of the individual components and systems, safety
issues, and the overall operation of the intensifier.
All personnel involved in the installation, operation and/or service of the intensifier must
carefully review this manual prior to installing and commissioning the machine.
The Technical Service Department at KMT Waterjet Systems is available to assist in the
installation and commissioning process. Service and repair training for maintenance personnel is
also available.
2.2 Installation Summary
The following summary lists the procedures required for the installation and commissioning of
the intensifier system. Details and requirements for each item are discussed in this section.
• Properly sized power drops with fused disconnects or circuit breakers, and properly sized
starting components must be installed.
• Plumbing and manual shutoff valves for the inlet and outlet cooling water, and the inlet
and outlet cutting water must be installed.
Incoming source water must meet specific water quality standards, flow rates and pressure
requirements. It may be necessary to install water conditioning and/or pressure boosting
equipment to meet these water purity and pressure requirements.
• High pressure tubing runs from the intensifier to the cutting station must be installed with
the appropriate mountings, support brackets and hardware.
• Wiring must be installed and connected between the intensifier and the cutting station
control system.
• If the unit is equipped with an optional booster pump or dump valve, drain water
plumbing must be suitably located and installed for the proper disposal of wastewater.
• If the unit is equipped with an optional dump valve, a pneumatic drop with a manual
shutoff valve and regulator for the air connection must be installed.
• The machine must be commissioned and tested.