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Table of Contents
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Introduction 1
Safety Precautions 2
Section 1 Unit Description 3
1.1 Centrifuge Components 3
1.2 Specifications 7
1.3 Rotating Assembly Components 8
1.4 Safety Components 8
1.5 Bowl and Conveyor Speeds 9
1.6 Step Sheaves 9
Section 2 Installation 11
2.1 Transportation and Handling 11
2.2 Centrifuge Mounting 12
2.3 Electrical Installation 12
2.4 Feed Pump 12
2.5 Liquid Feed and Discharge 13
2.6 Solids Discharge 13
2.7 Startup and Shutdown 13
Section 3 Inspection and Maintenance 14
3.1 Shop Inspection 14
3.2 Lubrication 15
3.3 Maintenance of Fluid Couplings 19
3.4 Cleaning 20
3.5 Belt Tensioning 20
3.6 G.S. Coupling 21
3.7 Vibration Sensing Switch 25
3.8 Fluid Coupling 25
3.9 Electrical System 25
Section 4 Troubleshooting Chart 26