Over-The-Top® Design Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter MediaFILTER HOUSINGS 2Introduction 2 Standard Housing Features and Available Options 3Product Identification 4 Component Parts Diagram INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 6 Safety Information 7Installing the Filter Housing 9 Installing Filter Media 10 Operating Procedures 11 Filter Media Removal 12 Maintaining your Filter Housing 12 Troubleshooting PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 14 Replacement Hardware 14 Pressure Gauges, Drain Valves and Vent Valves 14 Adjustable Tripod Stands 16 Support and Accessory Baskets 18 Stands, Brackets & Housings for Miniature Housings 19 Replacement Inlet/Outlet Ball Valves & Parts 19 Replacement Housing Lids 19 Cartridge Chambers & Chamber Hardware 20 O-Rings and Gaskets FILTER MEDIA 21 ACCUFIT ® Welded Expanded Media 23 ACCUFIT ® Welded SuperBond® 24 ULTRAFIT ® Welded 27 APX® High-Capacity Element 28 Filter Media Specifications CUSTOMER SUPPORT 30 Standard Terms & Conditions of Sale 31 Warranty / Limitations of Liability 31 Product Specifications / Intellectual Property Rights 32 Filter Housing Model Number Coding System Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter Media2 Filtration Systems | Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter Media FILTER HOUSINGS INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting Filtration Systems equipment for your liquid filtration requirements. Our Liquid Filter Housings and Systems are designed for use with High Performance Filter Bags, Large Diameter Filter Elements Cartridge Filters, or Strainer Baskets. This Installation, Operating & Safety Manual was prepared by professionals at Filtration Systems who are concerned with your safety and satisfaction. By familiarizing yourself with this booklet, most of your questions about our products will be answered. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, OR NEED OUR ASSISTANCE, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL US AT (954) 572-2700. STANDARD HOUSING FEATURES •Over-The-Top® Design • Built to ASME Code Standards • Investment Cast Lid and Body • Hinged Lid with Handle, Built-in Lid Stop, and Safety Detents • Perforated T-316 S/S Support Basket with Longitudinal Taper • Gauge Ports, Vent Ports, Drain Ports • O-Ring Grooves Machined into Housing Lid (Buna-N standard) • Available in 150 psi or 300 psi Maximum Working Pressure Over-The-Top® Housing Design Over-The-Top housing design, featured on all Filtration Systems vessels, maximizes filtration performance by preventing bypass of unfiltered liquid. When the vessel is closed, the machined face of the lid compresses the top of the Zero-Bypass® bag collar, forming an absolute seal. As there is no ‘dead-space’ between the top of the bag and the housing lid, unfiltered liquid cannot accumulate in the housing, eliminating clean up of the vessel interior during change-out. The used bag, containing filtered solids, is simply removed and replaced with a clean filter bag. HOUSING OPTIONS • T-316 SS Upgrade, Including S/S Lid Hardware • Low-Profile, Horizontal Outlet • Alternate Outlet Locations • Modified Connections: R/F ANSI Flanges, NPT Threads, Sanitary Ferrules • Cam and Groove Fittings • Additional Ports • Sanitary, Four Position Butterfly Valves • Actuated Valves; Pneumatic or Electric • SAFESystem® Safety Apparatus Filter Enhancement • Dual-Valve Linkage Mechanism – DVLM™ • Common Drain Manifold – CDM™ OPTIONAL FINISHES • Interior Polished Sanitary Finish • HALAR® Fluoropolymer Lining • Epoxy Coating; Interior, Exterior, and Stand FILTER MEDIA OPTIONS • High Performance Liquid Filter Bags • Mesh or Micron Lined Baskets • Perforated Strainer Baskets • APX® Large Diameter Cartridge Elements ADDITIONAL OPTIONS & HOUSING ACCESSORIES • Thermal Jackets; Two-Piece, Stainless Steel • Ball Valve Lockout Assembly • Liquid Displacers • Drain Valves, Vent Valves and Pressure Gauges • Assorted O-Ring MaterialsFiltration Systems | Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter Media 3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Record the Model and Serial Number of your Filter Housing for ease of ordering spare parts. VESSEL MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER(S) YEAR BUILT (ASME CODE VESSELS) FILTER BAG MODEL NUMBER AND MICRON RATING NOTICE All Filtration Systems Filter Housings are stamped with a unique Serial Number that can be identified by our factory. Nameplates are permanently affixed to the pipe of each filter housing. Removal of the nameplate voids the product of any warranty and eliminates future identification of the product. ASME Code Nameplate identifies both the National Board Number and the Serial Number of the vessel. A “U” Stamp indicates that the Vessel has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the guidelines of ASME Code Section 8, Division 1. Limits of safe working pressures and temperatures are designated on the nameplate. NOTICE Any repair or modification of a housing with an ASME code plate voids the ASME certification of the housing. An Industrial Grade Nameplate identifies the Serial Number of the Vessel, as well as the safe limits of working pressure and temperature. A CE Plate identifies the vessel as being designed and built in accordance with the European Pressure Equipment Directive. The Serial Number and limits of safe working pressures and temperatures are designated on the nameplate. Required for participating European member countries only.4 Filtration Systems | Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter Media COMPONENT PARTS Over-The-Top® Design Individual Filter Housing Note: Refer to Product Brochure for specific type of connections and complete specifications.Filtration Systems | Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter Media 5 COMPONENT PARTS Over-The-Top® Multi-Housing Filter System Note: Refer to Product Brochure for specific type of connections and complete specifications.6 Filtration Systems | Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter Media INSTALLATION AND OPERATION SAFETY INFORMATION Filtration Systems Filter Vessels are designed to filter liquids under pressure in accordance with the temperature and pressure restrictions stamped on the nameplate. The following procedures are mandatory for all users operating our Filter Vessels. Retain this manual, and any product related literature for review by all personnel operating or supervising the operation of this equipment. This manual contains safety information that is important to know and understand. To help recognize this information, observe the following symbols. DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Notice indicates important information, that if not followed may cause damage to equipment or property. Follow the Installation, Operating and Safety Instructions in this Manual. Improper use of Filter Vessels may result in injury or property damage. Any misuse or modification to our products will void both the manufacturer’s warranty as well as the ASME certification of ASME Code Vessels. Safety information does not by itself eliminate any danger. Information or warnings are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures. DANGER LETHAL SERVICE Filtration Systems Vessels are not designed for Lethal Service. “Lethal Service” refers to Vessels containing lethal substances, poisonous gases, or liquids of such a nature that a very small amount of the gas or vapor of the liquid (mixed or unmixed) is dangerous to life when inhaled. In addition, substances of this nature that are stored under pressure, or may generate pressure if stored in a closed Vessel, are considered lethal. WARNING Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including protective garments, splash protection, eye protection and respirators, as required. Always check chemical and thermal compatibility of Housing Material, O-Rings, Gaskets, and Media with the fluid being filtered. Consult a liquid compatibility guide or ask your local dealer. Fluid compatibility includes all materials in contact with the liquid under elevated pressures and temperatures. Before pressurizing a Filter Vessel, always make sure you have fastened the Lid Hardware. O-Rings are subject to wear and should be checked each time the Filter Vessel is opened. Replace O-Rings prior to pressurization of the Filter Vessel. Be certain that the O-Ring material is both chemically and thermally compatible with the fluid being filtered. Always relieve pressure to the system and stop the flow of liquid before loosening the Lid Hardware or opening the Vessel Lid. In certain operating environments, static electrical charges or sparks may cause combustion or explosion of volatile materials. Properly ground equipment, as required. Removing Filter Media from packaging may produce static electrical sparks. To avoid risk of combustion or explosion, never open static packaging in or around areas containing potentially flammable or explosive materials, liquids or gases. Disposal of Filter Media: A Filter Bag or Cartridge that has been used with a hazardous liquid may contain residual amounts of this material and should be handled with the same safeguards that would be used in handling any hazardous and/or toxic material. It is the user’s responsibility to dispose of all Filter Media in accordance with Federal, State, and/or Local laws or requirements.Filtration Systems | Installation, Operating and Safety Manual for Liquid Filter Housings and Filter Media 7 INSTALLING THE FILTER HOUSING Unpacking the Equipment 1 Carefully remove the Housing from carton or pallet and check for damage. 2 Remove and save all product literature shipped inside the Housing or Support Basket. 3 Remove protective covers from flanged or sanitary connections. 4 Halar® Lined Housings and Vessels with Interior Polished Finishes are specially wrapped for additional protection. To prevent damage to the surface finish, use care when unpacking. 5 Confirm that the specifications and flow rate parameters have been checked against operating conditions. Housing flow rates, listed in product brochures, are based on water in a Housing without Filter Media. Actual flow rates are determined by the specific Filter Media, as well as the characteristics of the application. Halar is a registered Trademark of Solvay WARNING Do not exceed maximum allowable Pressure or Temperature stamped on the nameplate of the Housing. NOTICE Removal of the Nameplate voids the Product Warranty and eliminates future identification of the product. Welding to the Housing will void the Product Warranty and the Code Status of ASME Housings. Individual Housings & Valved, Individual Housings 1 Anchor the Tripod Stand to the floor or stable base. 2 Loosen the bolts on the Tripod Stand and raise or lower the housing to accommodate piping requirements as necessary. Multi-Housing Systems 1 Multi-Housing Systems are equipped with two Inlet and two Outlet connections, located on the Inlet (top) and Outlet (bottom) headers. Select diagonally-opposed Inlet and Outlet points to accommodate space and/or piping requirements. The Inlet and Outlet are to be connected at the furthest point from one another. (NOT INLET OVER OUTLET). 2 Seal all unused connections with a (user-furnished) blind flange, threaded plug or cap of compatible materials. 3 Place the Frame on a secure, level surface. 4 If the unit is non-valved, a shut-off Valve should be installed before and after the Filter System, allowing the unit to be shut down during Media change-out. Valved, modular filter systems allow individual Housings to be isolated for Media change-out so there is no disruption of service. General Installation Notes • The direction of liquid flow is from the Inlet (top) through the Outlet (bottom) of the Housing. Always pump through the Filter Housing. The discharge of the pump should feed the Inlet of the Housing. • If there is a possibility of backflow to the Housing when the system is turned off, install an outlet valve to protect the filter media. • Do not pipe to exact Housing dimensions. Pre-pipe to the general area where the system will be installed, then connect from the Housing to the piping. Do not force or bend the Filter Housing out of line when piping. • Threaded Connections: We recommend the use of a thread sealant. • Flanged or Sanitary Connections: Confirm that the gaskets used are compatible with the application. • Clean the Filter Housing(s) before installation. • Flush the system of any debris that may have resulted from installation. • All Housings are Hydrostatically Tested (tested with water, under pressure) prior to shipment. Do not test with air or gas.Next >