Separator Manual

High Speed Separator

P100

Product No. 881099-05-02/1

Book No. 590859-02 Rev. 2
Published By:
Alfa Laval Tumba AB
SE-147 80 Tumba, Sweden
Telephone: +46 8 530 650 00
Telefax: +46 8 530 310 40
Original instructions
© Alfa Laval Tumba AB 18 May 2010
This publication or any part there of may not be
reproduced or transmitted by any process or
means without prior written permission of
Alfa Laval Tumba AB.

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Contents

1 Safety Instructions ..................................................... .7

1.1 Warning signs in text ............................................. 12
1.2 Environmental issues ............................................ 13
1.3 Requirements of personnel.................................. 14

2 Separator Basics ...................................................... .15

2.1 Design and function ............................................... 16
2.2 Definitions ................................................................. 24

3 Service Instructions ............................................... .25

3.1 Periodic maintenance............................................ 26
3.2 Maintenance Logs................................................... 29
3.3 Check points at Intermediate Service ............. 33
3.4 Check points at Major Service ........................... 44
3.5 3-year service ........................................................... 46
3.6 Lifting instructions ................................................. 47
3.7 Cleaning ..................................................................... 48
3.8 Oil change.................................................................. 51
3.9 Vibration..................................................................... 53
3.10 General directions .................................................. 55

4 Dismantling/Assembly ........................................... .59

4.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl .............................................. 62
4.2 Bowl spindle and frame ........................................ 79
4.3 Friction coupling ..................................................... 93
4.4 Flat belt and tightener........................................... 99
4.5 Oil filling device ..................................................... 104
4.6 Water tank ............................................................... 105
4.7 Brake ......................................................................... 105
4.8 Frame feet ............................................................... 107

5 Technical Reference .............................................109

5.1 Product description .............................................. 110
5.2 Technical data ....................................................... 111
5.3 Connection list ....................................................... 112
5.4 Basic size drawing................................................ 114
5.5 Interface description ........................................... 116
5.6 Water quality .......................................................... 124
5.7 Lubricants................................................................ 125
5.8 Drawings .................................................................. 134
5.9 Storage and installation ..................................... 145

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Read and understand instruction manuals
and observe the warnings before installation,
operation, service and maintenance.

Not following the instructions can result in

serious accidents.

In order to make the information clear only foreseeable conditions

have been considered. No warnings are given, therefore, for
situations arising from the unintended usage of the machine and its
tools.

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The centrifuge includes parts that rotate at high

speed. This means that:
• Kinetic energy is high
• Great forces are generated

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• Stopping time is long

Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine.

Rotating parts are carefully balanced to reduce
undesired vibrations that can cause a breakdown.
Material properties have been considered
carefully during design to withstand stress and
fatigue.
The separator is designed and supplied for a
specific separation duty (type of liquid, rotational
speed, temperature, density etc.) and must not be
used for any other purpose.
Incorrect operation and maintenance can result in
unbalance due to build-up of sediment, reduction
of material strength, etc., that subsequently could
lead to serious damage and/or injury.
The following basic safety instructions therefore
apply:
• Use the separator only for the purpose
and parameter range specified by
Alfa Laval.
• Strictly follow the instructions for
installation, operation and maintenance.
• Ensure that personnel are competent and
have sufficient knowledge of maintenance
and operation, especially concerning
emergency stopping procedures.
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• Use only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts

and the special tools supplied.

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Disintegration hazards

• When power cables are connected,

always check direction of motor rotation.
If incorrect, vital rotating parts could
unscrew.

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• If excessive vibration occurs, stop
separator and keep bowl filled with
liquid during rundown.

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• Use the separator only for the purpose
and parameter range specified by
Alfa Laval.

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• Check that the gear ratio is correct for
power frequency used. If incorrect,
subsequent overspeed may result in a
serious break down.

• Welding or heating of parts that rotate S01512L1

can seriously affect material strength.

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• Wear on the large lock ring thread must

not exceed safety limit. φ-mark on lock
ring must not pass opposite φ-mark by
more than specified distance.
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• Inspect regularly for corrosion and

erosion damage. Inspect frequently if
process liquid is corrosive or erosive.
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Entrapment hazards

• Make sure that rotating parts have come

to a complete standstill before starting
any dismantling work.

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• To avoid accidental start, switch off and
lock power supply before starting any
dismantling work.

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Assemble the machine completely
before start. All covers and guards must
be in place.

Electrical hazard

• Follow local regulations for electrical

installation and earthing (grounding).
• To avoid accidental start, switch off and

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lock power supply before starting any
dismantling work.

Crush hazards

• Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting

instructions.
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Do not work under a hanging load.

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Noise hazards

• Use ear protection in noisy

environments.

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Burn hazards

• Lubrication oil, machine parts and

various machine surfaces can be hot and
cause burns. Wear protective gloves.

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Skin irritation hazards

• When using chemical cleaning agents,

make sure you follow the general rules
and suppliers recommendation
regarding ventilation, personnel S01512D1

protection etc.
• Use of lubricants in various situations.

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Cut hazards

• Sharp edges, especially on bowl discs

and threads, can cause cuts. Wear
protective gloves.

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Flying objects

• Risk for accidental release of snap rings

and springs when dismantling and
assembly. Wear safety goggles.

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Health hazard

• Risk for unhealthy dust when handling

friction blocks/pads. Use a dust mask to
make sure not to inhale any dust.

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1.1 Warning signs in text

Pay attention to the safety instructions in this
manual. Below are definitions of the three grades
of warning signs used in the text where there is a
risk for injury to personnel.

R
! DANGE

DANGER indicates an imminently

hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.

ING
WARN
!

WARNING indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.

ON
CAUTI
!

CAUTION indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTE

NOTE indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage.

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1.2 Environmental issues

Unpacking
Packing material consists of wood, plastics,
cardboard boxes and in some cases metal straps.
Wood and cardboard boxes can be reused,
recycled or used for energy recovery.
Plastics should be recycled or burnt at a licensed
waste incineration plant.
Metal straps should be sent for material recycling.

Maintenance
During maintenance oil and wear parts in the
machine are replaced.
Oil must be taken care of in agreement with local
regulations.
Rubber and plastics should be burnt at a licensed
waste incineration plant. If not available they
should be disposed to a suitable licensed land fill
site.
Bearings and other metal parts should be sent to
a licensed handler for material recycling.
Seal rings and friction linings should be disposed
to a licensed land fill site. Check your local
regulations.
Worn out or defected electronic parts should be
sent to a licensed handler for material recycling.

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1.3 Requirements of
personnel
Only skilled or instructed persons are allowed to
operate the machine, e.g. operating and
maintenance staff.
• Skilled person: A person with technical
knowledge or sufficient experience to enable
him or her to perceive risks and to avoid
hazards which electricity/mechanics can
create.
• Instructed person: A person adequately
advised or supervised by a skilled person to
enable him or her to perceive risks and to
avoid hazards which electricity/mechanics
can create.
In some cases special skilled personnel may
need to be hired, like electricians and others. In
some of these cases the personnel has to be
certified according to local regulations with
experience of similar types of work.

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Contents

2.1 Design and function 16

2.1.1 Application 16
2.1.2 Design 17
2.1.3 Outline of function 17
2.1.4 Separating function 18
2.1.5 Sludge discharge function 20
2.1.6 Power transmission 22
2.1.7 Sensors and indicators 23

2.2 Definitions 24

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2.1 Design and function

2.1.1 Application

The S 811 & S 816 is a high-speed centrifugal

separator intended for marine and land
applications. It is specifically designed for
cleaning of mineral oils from water and solid
particles (sludge). The cleaned oil is discharged
continuously, while the sludge is discharged at
intervals.
The separator handles the following types of
lubricating oils and low viscosity fuel oils:
• Distillate, viscosity 1,5 - 5,5 cSt/40 °C
• Marine diesel oil, viscosity 13 cSt/40 °C
• Intermediate fuel oil and heavy fuel oil
(viscosity 30-380 cSt/50 °C)
• Lubricating oil of R & O type, detergent or
steam turbine.

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The separator can be operated either as a
purifier or as a clarifier. When operated as a The P100 separator.
purifier the separator discharges the separated
water continuously.
When the oil contains only small amounts of
water the separator is operated as a clarifier,
discharging the water together with the solid
particles.
The separator has to be installed together with
devices for control of its operation.

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Disintegration hazards
Use the separator only for the purpose and
parameters (type of liquid, rotational speed,
temperature, density etc.) specified in chapter
5 Technical Reference, page 109 and in the Purchase
Order documents.

Consult your Alfa Laval representative before any

changes outside these parameters are made.

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2.1.2 Design

The S 811 & S 816 separator comprises a frame

consisting of the frame lower part, the
intermediate part and the frame top part with a
frame hood.
The separator bowl (C) is driven by an electric
motor (A) via a flat-belt power transmission (D)
and bowl spindle (B). The motor drive is
equipped with a friction coupling to prevent
overload.
The bowl is of disc type and hydraulically
operated at sludge discharges. The hollow bowl
spindle (B) features an impeller which pumps
closing water from a built-in tank to the
operating system for sludge discharge.
The main inlets and outlets are shown with their

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connection numbers in the illustration. The
connections are listed in chapter 5 Technical Sectional view
Reference, page 109, where also the basic size Main parts, inlets and outlets
drawing can be found.
A Electric motor
B Bowl spindle
C Bowl
2.1.3 Outline of function D Flat belt
E Closing water tank
F Brake handle
The separation process takes place in the
rotating bowl. Unseparated oil is fed into the 201 Oil inlet
bowl through the inlet (201). The oil is cleaned in 220 Oil outlet
221, 222 Water/sludge outlet
the bowl and leaves the separator through the 372 Opening water inlet
outlet (220) via a paring chamber. 373 Bowl closing water
377 Overflow
Impurities heavier than the oil are collected in 462 Drain
463 Drain
the sludge space at the bowl periphery and
removed automatically at regular intervals.
Permissible pressures and operating conditions
are specified in chapter 5 Technical Reference,
page 109.
The processing parts of the separator are shown
in the illustration on next page.
There are no contacting surfaces between
process rotating parts (the bowl) and stationary
parts (inlet, outlet, feed devices), and the
interfacing surfaces are not sealed. As the
separation process is carefully balanced
regarding pressures and fluid levels, any
leakages will not occur as long as the correct
running conditions are maintained.

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2.1.4 Separating function

Liquid flow
Separation takes place in the separator bowl to
which unseparated oil is fed through the inlet
pipe (201). The oil is led by the distributor (T)
towards the periphery of the bowl.
When the unseparated oil reaches the slots of
the distributor, it will rise through the channels
formed by the disc stack (G) where it is evenly
distributed into the disc stack.
The oil is continuously separated from water and
sludge as it will flow towards the center of the
bowl. When the cleaned oil leaves the disc stack
it rises upwards and enters the paring chamber.
From there it is pumped by the paring disc (F)
and leaves the bowl through the outlet (220).
Separated sludge and water move towards the
bowl periphery. In purification separated water
rises along the outside of the disc stack, passes
from the top disc channels over the edge of the
gravity disc (K) and leaves the bowl into the
common sludge and water outlet (221) of the
separator.
Heavier impurities are collected in the sludge
space (H) outside the disc stack and are
discharged at intervals through the sludge ports
(L).

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F Paring disc 201 Oil inlet

G Disc stack 206 Water seal and
H Sludge space displacement water
I Top disc inlet
K Gravity disc
L Sludge ports 220 Oil outlet
R Bowl body 221 Water outlet
S Bowl hood 372 Opening water inlet
T Distributor 373 Bowl closing water
U Paring chamber cover 377 Overflow

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Water seal in purification

To prevent the oil from passing the outer edge of
the top disc (I) and escaping through the water
outlet (221), a water seal must be provided in the
bowl. This is done by filling the bowl with water
through the water inlet (206), before
unseparated oil is supplied. When oil feed is
turned on the oil will force the water towards the
bowl periphery and an interface (X) is formed
between the water and the oil. The position of
the interface is determined by the size of gravity
disc (K).

Displacement of oil

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To avoid oil losses at sludge discharge,
displacement water is fed to the bowl.
Prior to a discharge the oil feed is stopped and Principle of liquid seal and
displacement water in purification
displacement water added through the water
inlet (206). This water changes the balance in H Sludge space
the bowl and the interface (X) moves inwards to I Top disc
K Gravity disc
a new position (Y), increasing the water volume X Normal interface position
in the sludge space. When the sludge discharge Y Interface position just before
discharge
takes place sludge and water alone are
discharged.
206 Water inlet
Sludge discharge occurs while the displacement 221 Water outlet
water is still flowing. A new water seal will
therefore establish immediately afterwards. The
oil feed is then turned on again.

Gravity disc
In the purification mode, the position of the
interface (X) can be adjusted by replacing the
gravity disc (K) for one of a larger or smaller size.
A gravity disc of a larger size will move the
interface towards the bowl periphery, whereas a
disc of a smaller size will place it closer to the
bowl centre.
The correct gravity disc is selected from a
nomogram, see 5.8.2 Gravity disc nomogram,
page 135.
The sizes of the gravity discs are normally
stamped on the discs.

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Clarifier disc
In the clarification mode, the gravity disc is
replaced by a clarifier disc which seals off the
water outlet. In this case no water seal is
required and consequently there is no oil/water
interface in the bowl. The clarifier disc is an
optional disc with a hole diameter of 40 mm.
This disc is not shown in the nomograms.

2.1.5 Sludge discharge function

Sludge is discharged through a number of ports

(L) in the bowl wall. Between discharges these
ports are covered by the sliding bowl bottom (M),
which forms an internal bottom in the
separating space of the bowl. The sliding bowl
bottom is pressed upwards against a sealing ring
(m) by force of the closing water underneath.
The sliding bowl bottom is operated
hydraulically by means of operating water
supplied to the discharge mechanism from an
external freshwater line. Opening water is
supplied directly to the operating system in the
bowl while closing water is supplied to the built-
in closing water tank, and pumped to the
operating system through the bowl spindle.

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The opening and closing only takes a fraction of
a second, therefore the discharge volume is
limited to a certain percentage of the bowl Sludge discharge mechanism
L Sludge ports
volume. This action is achieved by the closing M Sliding bowl bottom
water filling space above the upper distributor m Sealing ring
N Upper distributing ring
ring and pushing the sliding bowl bottom O Operating slide
upwards. Simultaneously, the water in the P Lower distributing ring
chamber below the operating slide is drained off R Bowl body
through the nozzles in the bowl body.

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Bowl opening
The key event to start a sludge discharge is the
downward movement of the operating slide. This
is accomplished by supply of opening water (372)
to the discharge mechanism. Water is drained off
through nozzles (Y) in the bowl body. The sliding
bowl bottom is rapidly pressed downwards by
the force from the liquid in the bowl, opening the
sludge ports.

Bowl closing
After the sludge is discharged the sliding bowl
bottom is immediately pressed up and the sludge
ports in the bowl wall are closed.

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Supply of opening water and closing water

372 Opening water

B Closing and make-up water through

bowl spindle
Y Nozzles

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2.1.6 Power transmission

Bowl spindle
In addition to its primary role in the power
transmission system, the bowl spindle also
serves as:
• pump for the closing water
• supply pipe for the closing water
• lubricator for spindle ball bearings.
Closing water is pumped through the hollow
spindle (B) to the discharge mechanism in the
bowl. For this purpose a pump sleeve (b4) is
fitted in the lower end.

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The two spindle bearings are lubricated with oil
mist. An oil pump (b3) creates the oil mist, which
Bowl spindle assembly
is sucked through the upper ball bearing by a fan
(b1). Oil is supplied via an oil filling device, B Bowl spindle
which also serves as a level indicator. b1 Fan
b2 Rubber buffers
b3 Oil pump
Two identical ring-shaped rubber buffers (b2) b4 Sleeve
support the top bearing housing. The buffers are
held in place by a buffer holder and form
channels through which the re circulated oil
passes.

Belt drive
The bowl spindle is driven by a flat belt.
Adaptation to 50 or 60 Hz power supply is made
by selecting the motor belt pulley with the
appropriate diameter. A longer belt is needed for
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the pulley for 50 Hz.

Belt drive
Correct tension is set by means of a spring-
loaded belt tightener.

Friction coupling
The friction coupling on the motor pulley ensures
gentle start-up and prevents overload of the
electric motor. Centrifugal force creates a torque
that acts on the pulley through the friction
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elements.

Friction coupling

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2.1.7 Sensors and indicators

Sight glass
The sight glass shows the oil level in the oil
sump.

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Vibration switch (option)
The vibration switch, properly adjusted, trips on
a relative increase in vibration.
The vibration switch is sensitive to vibration in a
direction perpendicular to its base. It contains a
vibration detecting mechanism that actuates a
snap-action switch when the selected level of
vibration is exceeded. After the switch has

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tripped it must be reset manually by pressing
the button on the switch.
Reset push button on vibration switch

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2.2 Definitions
Back pressure Pressure in the separator outlet.
Clarification Liquid/solids separation with the intention of separating
particles, normally solids, from a liquid having a lower
density than the particles.
Clarifier disc An optional disc, which replaces the gravity disc in the
separator bowl, in the case of clarifier operation. The disc
seals off the heavy phase outlet in the bowl, thus no liquid
seal exists.
Counter pressure See Back pressure.
Density Mass per volume unit. Expressed in kg/m3 at a specified
temperature, normally at 15 °C.
Gravity disc Disc in the bowl hood for positioning the interface between
the disc stack and the outer edge of the top disc. This disc
is only used in purifier mode.
Interface Boundary layer between the heavy phase (water) and the
light phase (oil) in a separator bowl.
Intermediate Overhaul of separator bowl and inlet/outlet. Renewal of
Service (IS) seals in bowl and inlet/outlet.
Major Service (MS) Overhaul of the complete separator, including bottom part
(and activities included in an Intermediate Service).
Renewal of seals and bearings in bottom part.
Phase Light phase: the lighter liquid separated, e.g. oil.
Heavy phase: the heavier liquid separated, e.g. water.
Purification Liquid/liquid/solids separation with the intention of
separating two intermixed and mutually insoluble liquid
phases of different densities. Solids having a higher density
than the liquids can be removed at the same time. The
lighter liquid phase, which is the major part of the mixture,
shall be purified as far as possible.
Sediment (sludge) Solids separated from a liquid.
Sludge discharge Ejection of sludge from the separator bowl.
Throughput The feed of process liquid to the separator per time unit.
Expressed in m3/hour or litres/hour.
Viscosity Fluid resistance against movement. Normally expressed in
centistoke
(cSt = mm2/s), at a specified temperature.
Water seal Water in the solids space of the separator bowl to prevent
the light phase (oil) from leaving the bowl through the heavy
phase (water) outlet, in purifier mode.

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3 Service Instructions

Contents 3.8 Oil change 51

3.8.1 Oil change procedure 51

3.1 Periodic maintenance 26

3.9 Vibration 53
3.1.1 Introduction 26
3.9.1 Vibration analysis 53
3.1.2 Maintenance intervals 26
3.9.2 Vibration switch (optional) 54
3.1.3 Maintenance procedure 28
3.1.4 Service kits 28
3.10 General directions 55
3.10.1 Ball and roller bearings 55
3.2 Maintenance Logs 29
3.10.2 Before shut-downs 58
3.2.1 Daily checks 29
3.2.2 Oil change - monthly 29
3.2.3 IS - Intermediate Service 30
3.2.4 MS - Major Service 31

3.3 Check points at Intermediate

Service 33
3.3.1 Corrosion 33
3.3.2 Erosion 35
3.3.3 Cracks 36
3.3.4 Discharge mechanism 37
3.3.5 Bowl hood and sliding bowl bottom 37
3.3.6 Spindle top cone and bowl body
nave 40
3.3.7 Threads of inlet pipe, paring disc 40
3.3.8 Threads on bowl hood and bowl
body 41
3.3.9 Priming of bowl parts 42
3.3.10 Disc stack pressure 43

3.4 Check points at Major Service 44

3.4.1 Paring disc height adjustment 44
3.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle 45

3.5 3-year service 46

3.6 Lifting instructions 47

3.7 Cleaning 48
3.7.1 Cleaning agents 49
3.7.2 Cleaning of bowl discs 50

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3.1 Periodic maintenance

3.1.1 Introduction
Periodic, preventive maintenance reduces the
risk of unexpected stoppages and breakdowns.
Maintenance logs are shown on the following
pages in order to facilitate periodic
maintenance.

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Disintegration hazards
Separator parts that are worn beyond their safe
limits or incorrectly assembled may cause severe
damage or fatal injury.

3.1.2 Maintenance intervals

The following directions for periodic
maintenance give a brief description of which
parts to clean, check and renew at different
maintenance intervals.
The service logs for each maintenance interval
later in this chapter give detailed enumeration
of the checks that must be done.
Daily checks consist of simple check points to
carry out for detecting abnormal operating
conditions.

Oil change interval is 1500 hours. If the total

number of operating hours is less than 1500
hours change oil at least once every year.
Time of operation between oil changes can be
extended from the normal 1500 hours to 2000
hours if a synthetic oil of group D is used.
In seasonal operation change the oil before a
new period.

IS - Intermediate Service consists of an

overhaul of the separator bowl, inlet and outlet
every 3 months or 2000 operating hours. Seals
in bowl and gaskets in the inlet/outlet device
and operating device are renewed.

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MS - Major Service consists of an overhaul of

the complete separator every 12 months or
8000 operating hours. An Intermediate Service
is performed, and the flat belt, friction
elements, seals and bearings in the bottom part
are renewed.
3-year service consists of service of the
coupling bearings, service of frame
intermediate part and renewal of frame feet.
The rubber feet get harder with increased use
and age.

Service schedule

Oil change
Intermediate Service = IS
Major Service = MS
3-year Service

MS MS MS MS
IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS

Installation 1st year 2nd year 3-year

Service

Other
Check and prelubricate spindle bearings of
separators which have been out of service for 6
months or longer. See also 3.10.2 Before shut-
downs, page 58.

NOTE

Do not interchange bowl parts!

To prevent mixing of parts, e.g. in an installation
comprising several machines of the same type, the
major bowl parts carry the machine manufacturing
number or its last three digits.

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3.1.3 Maintenance procedure

At each intermediate and major service, take a
copy of the service log and use it for notations
during the service.
An intermediate and major service should be
carried out in the following manner:
1 Dismantle the parts as mentioned in the
service log and described in chapter
4 Dismantling/Assembly, page 59.
Place the separator parts on clean, soft
surfaces such as pallets.
2 Inspect and clean the dismantled separator
parts according to the service log.
3 Fit all the parts delivered in the service kit
while assembling the separator as described
in chapter 4 Dismantling/Assembly, page 59.
The assembly instructions have references
to check points which should be carried out
during the assembly.

3.1.4 Service kits

Special service kits are available for

Intermediate Service (IS) and Major Service
(MS).
For other services the spare parts have to be

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ordered separately.
Note that the parts for IS are not included in the Spare parts kits are available for
MS kit. Intermediate Service and Major Service

The contents of the service kits are described in

the Spare Parts Catalogue.

NOTE

Always use Alfa Laval genuine parts as otherwise the

warranty will become invalid.
Alfa Laval takes no responsibility for the safe
operation of the equipment if non-genuine spare
parts are used.

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3.2 Maintenance Logs

3.2.1 Daily checks

The following steps should be carried out daily.

Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Inlet and outlet
Check for leakage Connecting housing -
Separator bowl
Check for vibration and noise -
Belt transmission
Check for vibration and noise -
Oil sump
Check Oil level -
Electrical motor
Check for vibration, heat and noise
See manufacturer’s instructions

3.2.2 Oil change - monthly

The oil change and check of belt transmission
should be carried out every 1500 hours of
operation.
When using a group D oil, time of operation
between oil changes can be extended from the
normal 1500 hours to 2000 hours.
When the separator is run for short periods, the
lubricating oil must be changed every 12
months even if the total number of operating
hours is less than 1500 hours (less than 2000
hours if a group D oil is used).
See chapter 5.7 Lubricants, page 125 for
further information on oil brands etc.

Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Bowl spindle and transmission
Check Belt tension 99
Change Oil in oil sump 51

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3.2.3 IS - Intermediate Service

Name of plant: Local identification:
Separator: P100 Manufacture No./Year:
Total running hours: Product No.: 881099-05-02/1
Date: Signature:

Renew all parts included in the Intermediate Service kit (IS) and do the following activities.

Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Inlet and outlet, frame
Clean and inspect Threads of inlet pipe 40
Paring disc 40
Housings and frame hood -
Separator bowl
Clean and inspect Bowl hood 41
Top disc 50
Bowl discs 50
Distributor -
Nozzles in bowl body 37
Sliding bowl bottom 37
Discharge mechanism 37
Threads on bowl hood and
bowl body 41
Bowl spindle cone and bowl
body nave 40
Check Disc stack pressure 43
Galling of guide surface 41
Corrosion, erosion, cracks 33 - 35
Power transmission
Check Belt and belt tension 99
Change Oil in oil sump 51
Electrical motor
Lubrication (if nipples are fitted) See sign on motor -
Signs and labels on separator
Check attachment and legibility Safety label on hood 137
Other plates and labels 137

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3.2.4 MS - Major Service

Name of plant: Local identification:

Separator: P100 Manufacture No./Year:
Total running hours: Product No.: 881099-05-02/1
Date: Signature:

Renew all parts included in the Intermediate and Major Service kits and do the following
activities.

Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Inlet and outlet, frame
Clean and inspect Threads of inlet pipe 40
Paring disc 40
Housings and frame hood -
Separator bowl
Clean and inspect Bowl hood 41
Top disc 50
Bowl discs 50
Distributor –
Nozzles in bowl body 37
Sliding bowl bottom 37
Discharge mechanism 37
Threads on bowl hood and
bowl body 41
Bowl spindle cone and bowl
body nave 40
Check Height of paring disc 44
Disc stack pressure 43
Galling of guide surface 41
Corrosion, erosion, cracks 33 - 35

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Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Vertical driving device
Clean and inspect Oil mist fan 90
Oil pump 90
Water tank 105
Pump sleeve
Bowl spindle 79
Ball bearing housing
indentations 79
Check Radial wobble of bowl spindle 45
Oil sump
Clean Oil sump 51
Change Oil 51
Clean and inspect Oil filling device 104
Friction coupling
Clean and inspect Friction coupling 96
Electrical motor
Replace Bearings1)
Signs and labels on separator
Check attachment and legibility Safety label on hood 137
Other signs and labels 137
1)
See manufacturer’s instructions.

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3.3 Check points at

Intermediate Service

3.3.1 Corrosion

Evidence of corrosion attacks should be looked

for and rectified each time the separator is
dismantled. Main bowl parts such as the bowl
body and hood must be inspected with particular
care for corrosion damage.

ING
WARN
!

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Disintegration hazard
Inspect regularly for corrosion damage. Inspect Main bowl parts to check for corrosion
frequently if the process liquid is corrosive.

Always contact your Alfa Laval representative if

you suspect that the largest depth of a corrosion
damage exceeds 1,0 mm or if cracks have been
found. Do not continue to use the separator until
it has been inspected and given clearance for
operation by Alfa Laval.
Cracks or damage forming a line should be
considered as being particularly hazardous.

Non-stainless steel and cast iron parts

Corrosion (rusting) can occur on unprotected
surfaces of non-stainless steel and cast iron.
Frame parts can corrode when exposed to an
aggressive environment.

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Stainless steel

Stainless steel parts corrode when in contact

with either chlorides or acidic solutions. Acidic
solutions cause a general corrosion. The chloride
corrosion is characterised by local damage such

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as pitting, grooves or cracks. The risk of chloride
corrosion is higher if the surface is
• exposed to a stationary solution, Example of chloride corrosion in
stainless steel.
• in a crevice,
• covered by deposits,
• exposed to a solution that has a low pH value.

A corrosion damage caused by chlorides on

stainless steel begins as small dark spots that
can be difficult to detect.
• Inspect closely for all types of damage by
corrosion and record these observations

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carefully.
• Polish dark-coloured spots and other Polish corrosion marks to prevent
further damage.
corrosion marks with a fine grain emery cloth.
This may prevent further damage.

ING
WARN
!

Disintegration hazard
Pits and spots forming a line may indicate cracks
beneath the surface.

All forms of cracks are a potential danger and are

totally unacceptable.

Replace the part if corrosion can be suspected of

affecting its strength or function.

Other metal parts

Separator parts made of materials other than
steel, such as brass or other copper alloys, can
also be damaged by corrosion when exposed to
an aggressive environment. Possible corrosion
damage can be in the form of pits and/or cracks.

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3.3.2 Erosion
Erosion can occur when particles suspended in
the process liquid slide along or strike against a
surface. Erosion can become intensified locally
by flows of higher velocity.

ING
WARN
!

Disintegration hazard
Inspect regularly for erosion damage. Inspect
frequently if the process liquid is erosive.

Always contact your Alfa Laval representative if

the largest depth of any erosion damage exceeds
1,0 mm. Valuable information as to the nature of
the damage can be recorded using photographs,

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plaster impressions or hammered-in lead.
Erosion is characterised by: Maximum permitted erosion.
• Burnished traces in the material.
• Dents and pits having a granular and shiny
surface.

Parts of the bowl particularly subjected to

erosion are:
• The paring disc.
• The top disc.
• The underside of the distributor in the vicinity
of the distribution holes and wings.
• The sludge ports.

Look carefully for any signs of erosion damage.

Erosion damage can deepen rapidly and
consequently weaken parts by reducing the
thickness of the metal.

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3.3.3 Cracks
Cracks can initiate on the machine after a
period of operation and propagate with time.
• Cracks often initiate in areas exposed to high
cyclic material stresses. These cracks are
called fatigue cracks.
• Cracks can also initiate due to corrosion in
an aggressive environment.
• Although very unlikely, cracks may also
occur due to the low temperature
embrittlement of certain materials.
The combination of an aggressive environment
and cyclic stresses will speed-up the formation
of cracks. Keeping the machine and its parts
clean and free from deposits will help to
prevent corrosion attacks.

ING
WARN
!

Disintegration hazard
All forms of cracks are potentially dangerous as
they reduce the strength and functional ability of
components.

Always replace a part if cracks are present

It is particularly important to inspect for cracks

in rotating parts.
Always contact your Alfa Laval representative
if you suspect that the largest depth of the
damage exceeds 1,0 mm. Do not continue to use
the separator until it has been inspected and
cleared for operation by Alfa Laval.

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3.3.4 Discharge mechanism

Dirt and lime deposits in the sludge discharge

mechanism can cause discharge malfunction or
no discharge.
• Thoroughly clean and inspect the parts. Pay
special attention to important surfaces (1, 2, 3
and 4). If necessary, polish with steel wool.
• Clean nozzles (5) using soft iron wire or
similar. Note that lime deposits can with
advantage be dissolved in a 10% acetic acid
solution.
Use Loctite 242 on the threads if the nozzles
have been removed or replaced.

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3.3.5 Bowl hood and sliding bowl
bottom

Poor sealing between the bowl hood seal ring and

the edge of the sliding bowl bottom will cause a
leakage of process liquid from the bowl.

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A Sealing surface in the bowl between bowl

hood and sliding bowl bottom.

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Fit a new bowl hood seal ring at each

Intermediate Service (IS) if the old ring is
damaged or indented more than 0,5 mm.
Fit a new ring as follows:
Press the ring into the groove with a straight
board (1” x 4”), placed across the ring.

NOTE

If a new ring is too narrow, put it into hot water,

70 - 80 °C for about 5 minutes.

If it is too wide it will recover after drying at

80 - 90 °C for about 24 hours.

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Exchange of seal ring in bowl hood.

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Check the sealing edge (a) of the sliding bowl

bottom.
If damaged through corrosion or erosion or in
other ways it can be rectified by turning in a
lathe. Minimum permissible height of sealing
edge: 4,5 mm.

Sealing edge on sliding

bowl bottom

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Removal of seal ring on
sliding bowl bottom.

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3.3.6 Spindle top cone and bowl

body nave

Impact marks on the spindle cone or in the bowl

body nave may cause the separator to vibrate
while running.
Corrosion may cause the bowl to stick firmly to
the spindle cone and cause difficulties during the
next dismantling.
• Remove any impact marks using a scraper
and/or a whetstone.
Rust can be removed by using a fine-grain
emery cloth (e.g. No. 320).Finish with
polishing paper (e.g. No. 600).

NOTE

Always use a scraper with great care. The conicity

must not be marred.

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Use whetstone or scraper with great care

3.3.7 Threads of inlet pipe, paring

disc

Damage to threads or a broken paring disc can

prevent correct tightening of the inlet pipe and
cause the paring disc to scrape against the top
disc, even though the height adjustment of the
paring disc has been made correctly.
1 Examine the threads for damage and rectify if
required.
2 Examine the paring disc for damage and to
see if the disc walls have parted. If they have,
the inlet pipe has to be replaced with a new
one.
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3.3.8 Threads on bowl hood and

bowl body

Excessive wear or impact marks on threads and

guide surfaces of the bowl hood or bowl body can
cause seizure damage.
Examine the thread condition by tightening the
bowl hood after removing the disc stack and top
disc from the bowl.
When the bowl is new the alignment marks on
the bowl hood and the bowl body should be
aligned. If not, contact an Alfa Laval
representative.

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Wear
D
If thread wear is observed, mark the bowl body
at the new position by punching a new alignment
mark. If the mark on the bowl hood passes the
mark on the bowl body by more than 25° , (A in
the illustration) an Alfa Laval representative A
should be contacted immediately.
The measure A in millimetres (mm) is obtained
by calculating bowl outside diameter D times
0,2.
If the marks are illegible, an Alfa Laval
representative should be contacted for

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determination and punching of new alignment (MAX 25 )
marks.

ING
WARN
!

Disintegration hazards
Wear on threads must not exceed safety limit. f mark
on bowl hood must not pass f mark on bowl body by
more than 25°.

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Damage
Contact surfaces to inspect on the bowl
The position of threads, contact and guide
surfaces are indicated by arrows in the
illustration.
Examine for burrs and protrusions caused by
impact.
Clean the threads, contact and guide surfaces
with a suitable degreasing agent.

ON
CAUTI
!

Cut hazard
The threads have sharp edges which can
cause cuts.
If damage is found, rectify by using a whetstone
or fine emery cloth. Recommended grain size:
240.

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If the damage is bad, use a fine single-cut file,
followed by a whetstone. After rectifying, the
threads have to be primed with Molykote 1000.

3.3.9 Priming of bowl parts

The instruction refers to contact surfaces (dark

shaded) of both matching parts.
Before assembly:
1 These surfaces should be sprayed with
Molykote D321R after a careful cleaning.
2 Air cure for 15 minutes.
3 Polish to an even, homogenous surface.
4 Spray a second time.
5 Air cure for 15 minutes.
6 Polish to a shiny surface, the surface should
look like well polished leather when properly
done.
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7 Finish the treatment by lubricating the

surfaces with lubricating paste see 5.7.2
Recommended lubricants, page 126.

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3.3.10 Disc stack pressure

The bowl hood exerts a pressure on the disc

stack clamping it in place.

NOTE

Insufficient pressure in the disc stack may affect the

bowl balance, which in turn will cause abnormal
vibration of the separator and shorten the life of ball
bearings.

1 Place the bowl hood* on the top of the disc

stack and tighten it by hand.
The assembly mark on the bowl hood should

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now be positioned at the angle a (see
illustration), 30° - 60° ahead of the
corresponding mark on the bowl body. 1 Bowl hood
2 Bowl body
3 Disc stack. Number of discs
* also see 3.3.8 Threads on bowl hood and - below wing insert: 32
- above wing insert: at least 31
bowl body, page 41.
2 If the bowl hood can be tightened by hand
without resistance until the marks are in line
with each other, an extra disc must be added
to the top of the disc stack beneath the top
disc.

3 If one or more discs have been added re-

check the disc stack pressure by repeating
the procedure above.

NOTE

The top disc can stick inside the bowl hood

and fall when the hood is lifted.
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a Angle 30° - 60° between assembly marks

before final tightening

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3.4 Check points at Major

Service

3.4.1 Paring disc height adjustment

The height of the paring disc above the frame

hood must be measured if the bowl spindle has
been dismantled or if the bowl has been replaced
with a new one.

NOTE

Incorrect height position can cause the paring disc

(14) to scrape against the paring chamber cover.

Pay attention to scraping noise at start-up after

service.

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1 Assemble the bowl and frame hood as
described in chapter 4.1.2 Inlet/outlet and
bowl - assembly, page 70.
2 Measure the distance according to the
illustration above. Adjust the distance by
adding or removing height adjusting rings (7).
3 Fit the support ring (5) and the inlet/outlet
housing. Tighten the nut with 30 Nm.
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Left-hand thread!

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4 Rotate the bowl spindle by hand by means of

the flat belt. If it does not rotate freely or if a
scraping noise is heard, incorrect height
adjustment or incorrect fitting of the inlet pipe
can be the cause. Remove the parts and
readjust.
5 Finally, fit the safety device.

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3.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle

The bowl spindle wobble must be measured if

the bowl spindle has been dismantled or if rough
bowl run (vibration) occurs.

NOTE

Spindle wobble will cause rough bowl run. This leads

to vibration and reduces lifetime of ball bearings.

Check the wobble before removing the bowl

spindle.
If the bowl spindle has been dismantled check
the wobble before installing the bowl.
1 Fit a dial indicator in a support and fasten it in
position as illustrated.
2 Remove the water tank from the frame bottom
part for access to the flat belt. Use the flat belt
to turn the spindle.
3 Permissible radial wobble: max. 0,04 mm.

If the spindle wobble is more than the

maximum permitted value, contact Alfa Laval
representatives.
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4 Finally fit the water tank to the frame bottom

part.
Incorrect belt tension causes displacement of the
vertical line of the spindle centre, but does not
affect the wobble of the spindle.

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3.5 3-year service

Exchange of frame feet

See 4.8.1 Mounting of new frame feet, page 107.

Friction coupling
Exchange of ball bearings, see 4.3 Friction
coupling, page 93.

Frame intermediate part

Replace O-ring and gasket, see 4.2.2 Bowl
spindle and frame - assembly, page 85.

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3 SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 3.6 LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS

3.6 Lifting instructions

1 Remove the inlet/outlet housings, the frame

hood and the bowl according to the
instructions in chapter 4.1.1 Inlet/outlet and
bowl - dismantling, page 65.
A<2 mm
NOTE

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Make sure to remove the cap nut fixing the bowl to
the bowl spindle.
Before lifting the bowl, check that the bowl hood
has been screwed home into the bowl body. Less
than 2 mm of bowl hood threading must remain
above the bowl body edge. See illustration.
When lifting the bowl, use the compression tool
fastened on the distributor.

2 Disconnect the motor cables.

3 Tighten the frame hood.
4 Fit the lifting eyes. The two eye bolts must be
fitted in the holes nearest to the electric motor.
5 Use two endless slings to lift the separator.
Length of each sling: minimum 1,5 metres.
Thread the slings through the lifting eyes and
fit them to the hook of the hoist.
6 Unscrew the foundation bolts.

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7 When lifting and moving the separator, obey
normal safety precautions for lifting large
heavy objects. A Minimum 750 mm distance between lifting eye
and hook.
Do not lift the separator unless the bowl has Use a lifting hook with catch.
been removed.
NOTE
8 Remove the lifting eyes afterwards.
Separator without bowl: Use lifting slings for
WLL 300 kg.
ING
WARN Bowl: Use lifting slings for WLL 100 kg.
!

Crush hazards
Use only the two special lifting eyes (M12) for lifting
the machine. They are to be screwed into the special
threaded holes.
Other holes are not dimensioned for lifting the
machine.
A falling separator can cause accidents resulting in
serious injury and damage.

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3.7 Cleaning

External cleaning Use a brush and a sponge or cloth when cleaning.

The external cleaning of frame and motor should

be restricted to brushing, sponging or wiping
while the motor is running or is still hot.
Never wash down a separator with a direct
water stream. Totally enclosed motors can be
damaged by direct hosing to the same extent as
open motors and even more than those, because:
• Many operators believe that these motors are
sealed, and normally they are not.
• A water jet played on these motors will
produce an internal vacuum, which will suck
the water between the metal-to-metal contact

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surfaces into the windings, and this water
cannot escape.
• Water directed on a hot motor may cause
condensation resulting in short-circuiting and
Never wash down a separator with a direct
internal corrosion. water stream or spray.
Be careful even when the motor is equipped with
a protecting hood. Never play a water jet on the
ventilation grill of the hood.

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3.7.1 Cleaning agents

When using chemical cleaning agents, make
sure you follow the general rules and suppliers'
recommendations regarding ventilation,
protection of personnel, etc.

For separator bowl, inlet and outlet

A chemical cleaning agent must dissolve the
deposits quickly without attacking the material
of the separator parts.

• For cleaning of lube oil separators the most

important function of the cleaning agent is to
be a good solvent for the gypsum in the
sludge. It should also act as a dispersant and
emulsifier for oil. It is recommended to use
Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for lube oil
separators which has the above mentioned
qualities. Note that carbon steel parts can be
damaged by the cleaning agent if submerged
for a long time.
• Fuel oil sludge mainly consists of complex

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organic substances such as asphaltenes. The
most important property of a cleaning liquid
Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for lube oil
for the removal of fuel oil sludge is the ability and fuel oil separators.
to dissolve these asphaltenes.

ON
CAUTI
!

Skin irritation hazard

Read the instructions on the label of the plastic
container before using the cleaning liquid.

Always wear safety goggles, gloves and protective

clothing as the liquid is alkaline and dangerous to
skin and eyes.

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For parts of the driving devices

Use white spirit, cleaning-grade kerosene or
diesel oil.

Oiling (protect surfaces against corrosion)

Protect cleaned carbon steel parts against
corrosion by oiling. Separator parts that are not
assembled after cleaning must be wiped and
coated with a thin layer of clean oil and
protected from dust and dirt.

3.7.2 Cleaning of bowl discs

Bowl discs
Handle the bowl discs carefully so as to avoid
damage to the surfaces during cleaning.

NOTE

Mechanical cleaning is likely to scratch the disc

surfaces causing deposits to form quicker and
adhere more firmly.

A mild chemical cleaning is therefore preferable to

mechanical cleaning.

1 Remove the bowl discs from the distributor

and lay them down, one by one, in the
cleaning agent.

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2 Let the discs remain in the cleaning agent until
the deposits have been dissolved. This will Put the discs one by one into the
cleaning agent.
normally take between two and four hours.

3 Finally clean the discs with a soft brush.

ING
WARN
!
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Cut hazards
The discs have sharp edges that can cause cuts.
Clean the discs with a soft brush.

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3 SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 3.8 OIL CHANGE

3.8 Oil change

3.8.1 Oil change procedure

NOTE

Before adding or renewing lubricating oil in the oil

sump, the information concerning different oil
groups, handling of oils, oil change intervals etc.
given in chapter 5.7 Lubricants, page 125 must be
well known.

The separator should be level and at standstill

when oil is filled or the oil level is checked. The
MIN-line on the sight glass refers to the oil
level at standstill.

1 Place a collecting vessel under the drain hole.

2 Pull out (A) the oil filling device and turn it half
a turn (B).

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3 Collect the oil in the vessel.

ON
CAUTI
!

Burn hazards
The lubricating oil and various machine surfaces can
be sufficiently hot to cause burns.
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4 Turn the oil filling device back to its normal

position (A), the drain hole pointing upwards.

NOTE

When changing from one group of oil to another, the

frame housing and the spindle parts must be
thoroughly cleaned before the new oil is filled.
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5 Fill the oil sump in the frame housing with new

oil. The oil level should be slightly above
middle of the sight glass. Information on
volume see 5.1 Product description, page
110.
6 Push in the oil filling device.

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3.9 Vibration

3.9.1 Vibration analysis

A separator normally vibrates and produces a

different sound when passing through its critical
speeds during run-up and run-down.
It also vibrates and sounds to some extent when
running. It is good practice to be acquainted with
these normal conditions.
Excessive vibrations and noise indicate that
something is wrong. Stop the separator and
identify the cause.
Use vibration analysis equipment to periodically
check and record the level of vibration.
The level of vibration of the separator should not

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exceed 9 mm/s.

ING
WARN
!

Disintegration hazards
When excessive vibration occurs, keep bowl filled
and stop separator.

The cause of the vibration must be identified and

corrected before the separator is restarted.

Excessive vibration can be due to incorrect

assembly or poor cleaning of the bowl.

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3.9.2 Vibration switch (optional)

Adjustment of setpoint

The vibration switch is adjusted with the

separator in operation. The cover must be
removed to gain access to the setpoint adjusting
screw (1).
1 Back-off the setpoint adjusting screw counter-
clockwise (A) two or three turns. Press the
reset button. If the armature does not remain
in the reset position, turn the adjusting screw
another turn or two until the armature stays in
position when the reset button is pressed.
2 Now turn the adjusting screw slowly clockwise
until the armature rocks. Mark this position
with a line immediately in front-of the adjusting
screw pointer (2).
3 Back-off the adjusting screw counter-
clockwise a three-quarter turn. Press the reset
button. If the armature now rocks, turn the
adjusting screw counter-clockwise another

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quarter turn and so on until the armature
remains in the reset position.
Setpoint adjustment

Refit the cap and fasten with the screws. 1. Adjusting screw
2. Pointer
A. Direction of increased checkpoint
NOTE (admit higher vibration)

Further adjustment may become necessary if alarm

occurs due to vibration from surrounding equipment.

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3 SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 3.10 GENERAL DIRECTIONS

3.10 General directions

3.10.1 Ball and roller bearings

Specially designed bearings for the bowl

spindle
The bearings used for the bowl spindle are
special to withstand the speed, vibration,
temperature and load characteristics of high-

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speed separators.
Only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts should be
used.
1. Outer race
A bearing that in appearance looks equivalent to 2. Ball/roller
3. Inner race
the correct may be considerably different in 4. Cage
various respects: inside clearances, design and
tolerances of the cage and races as well as
material and heat treatment.

NOTE

Using an incorrect bearing can cause a serious

breakdown with injury to personnel and damage to
equipment as a result.

Do not re-fit a used bearing.

Always replace it with a new one.

Dismantling
Remove the bearing from its seat by using a
puller. If possible, let the puller engage the inner
ring, then remove the bearing with a steady force
until the bearing bore completely clears the
entire length of the cylindrical seat.
The puller should be accurately centered during
dismantling; otherwise it is easy to damage the
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seating.
For bearings where no driving-off sleeve
is included in the tool kit, use a puller
NOTE when removing bearings.

Do not hit with a hammer directly on the bearing.

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Cleaning and inspection

Check shaft (spindle) end and/or bearing seat
in the housing for damage indicating that the
bearing has rotated on the shaft (spindle) and/
or in the housing respectively. Replace the
damaged part, if the faults cannot be remedied
by polishing or in some other way.

Assembly
• Leave new bearings in original wrapping until
ready to fit. The anti-rust agent protecting a
new bearing should not be removed before
use.
• Use the greatest cleanliness when handling
Clean and smear the bearing seating
the bearings. before assembly.

To facilitate assembly and also reduce the risk of

damage, first clean and then lightly smear the
bearing seating on shaft (spindle) or
alternatively in housing, with a thin oil.

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• When assembling ball bearings, the bearings
must be heated in oil to maximum 125 °C.

NOTE

Heat the bearing in a clean container with a cover.

Use only clean oil with a flash point above 250 °C.
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The bearing must be well covered by the oil and not

be in direct contact with the sides or the bottom of
the container. Place the bearing on some kind of
support or suspended in the oil bath. The bearing must not be in direct contact
with the container.

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• There are several basic rules for assembling

cylindrical bore bearings:
– Never directly strike a bearing’s rings, cage
or rolling elements while assembling. A ring
may crack or metal fragments break off.
– Never apply pressure to one ring in order to
assemble the other.
– Use an ordinary hammer. Hammers with
soft metal heads are unsuitable as
fragments of the metal may break off and

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enter the bearing.
– Make sure the bearing is assembled at a Use a driving-on sleeve for bearings that are not
right angle to the shaft (spindle). heated.

• If necessary use a driving-on sleeve that

abuts the ring which is to be assembled with
an interference fit, otherwise there is a risk that
the rolling elements and raceways may be
damaged and premature failure may follow.

Angular contact ball bearings

Always fit single-row angular contact ball

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bearings with the wide shoulder of the inner race
facing the axial load (upwards on a bowl
spindle). The wide shoulder of the inner race must
face the axial load.

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3.10.2 Before shut-downs

Before the separator is shut-down for a period of

time, the following must be carried out:
• Remove the bowl, according to instructions in
chapter 4 Dismantling/Assembly, page 59.
• Protect parts in contact with process liquid
from corrosion by applying a thin layer of oil.
• Remove the O-rings.
Protect cleaned carbon steel parts against
corrosion by oiling. Separator parts that are not
assembled after cleaning must be wiped and
protected against dust and dirt.

NOTE

The bowl must not be left on the spindle during

standstill for more than one week.

Vibration in foundations can be transmitted to the

bowl and produce one-sided loading of the bearings.

G 0 46 6 85 1
The resultant indentations in the ball bearing races
can cause premature bearing failure.
Remove the bowl if the separator is left at
If the separator has been shut-down for more standstill for more than one week.
than 3 months but less than 12 months, an
Intermediate Service (IS) has to be made before
the separator is put into operation again.
If the shut-down period has been longer than 12
months, a Major Service (MS) should be carried
out.

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Contents

4.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl 62

4.1.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl −dismantling 65
4.1.2 Inlet/outlet and bowl −assembly 70

4.2 Bowl spindle and frame 79

4.2.1 Bowl spindle and frame − dismantling 79
4.2.2 Bowl spindle and frame − assembly 85

4.3 Friction coupling 93

4.3.1 Friction coupling − dismantling 94
4.3.2 Friction coupling − assembly 96

4.4 Flat belt and tightener 99

4.4.1 Belt replacement and tightening 99

4.5 Oil filling device 104

4.5.1 Dismantling/assembly 104

4.6 Water tank 105

4.7 Brake 105

4.7.1 Exploded view 105
4.7.2 Checking of friction element 106

4.8 Frame feet 107

4.8.1 Mounting of new frame feet 107

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References to check points

In the text you will find references to the check
point instructions in chapter 5. The references
appear in the text as in the following example:

Check point
3.3.10 Disc stack pressure, page 43.
In this example, look up check point Disc stack
pressure for further instructions.

S00 51 0 11
Switch off and lock power supply before starting any
dismantling work.

Tools
Special tools from the tool kit must be used for
dismantling and assembly. The special tools are
specified in the Spare Parts Catalogue.
Additional tools needed for dismantling but not
included in the tool kit are shown here.

For bowl and bowl spindle 2 3 4

1 Screw driver 1

2 Torque wrench (50 Nm) with socket 16 mm

3 Pliers for internal snap ring
4 Ball bearing puller
5 6, 7
5 Screw vice with copper liners

G 02 7 88 21
6 Adjustable wrench, length approx. 400 mm
7 Adjustable wrench or spanner, width of jaws
24 mm
Two lifting slings, working load limit (WLL):
>300 kg are also needed.

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For friction coupling and flat belt

1 Pliers for internal snap ring 3 4 5

2 Pliers for external snap ring

3

G 0 27 89 2 1
T-handle, extension rod and socket 16 mm
1 2
4 Adjustable wrench or spanner, width of jaws
36 mm
5 Hammer

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4.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl

ING 1. Safety device

WARN
!
2. Nut Interlocking switch (optional)
6. Insert
Entrapment hazard
To avoid accidental start, The support ring is removed
switch off and lock power from the frame hood top, at
paring disc adjustment (Major
supply before starting any
Service).
dismantling work.

3. Inlet/outlet housing
5. Support ring

7. Height adjusting ring

8. Frame hood

9. Lock ring

11. Gravity disc/Clarifier disc

13. Paring chamber cover

IS Intermediate service kit
MS Major service kit

14. Inlet pipe with paring disc

G 0 0 73 75 1

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15. Bowl hood

16. Top disc

17. Bowl discs

18. Wing insert

19. Bowl discs

20. Distributor

21. Sliding bowl bottom

IS Intermediate service kit

MS Major service kit
G 08 87 71 1

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22. Cap nut Left-hand thread

23. Upper distributing ring

24. Valve plug

25. Operating slide

26. Lower distributing ring

27. Bowl body

IS Intermediate service kit

G 0 07 42 5 1
28. Nozzle

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4.1.1 Inlet/outlet and bowl −

dismantling
The frame hood and the heavy bowl parts must
be lifted by means of a hoist. Position the hoist
exactly above the bowl centre. Use an endless
sling and a lifting hook with catch.
The parts must be handled carefully. Don’t
place parts directly on the floor, but on a clean
rubber mat, fibreboard or a suitable pallet.

1 Remove safety device and look through the

slot in the frame hood to see if the bowl still
rotates.

ING
WARN
!

Entrapment hazard
Make sure that rotating parts have come to a
complete standstill before starting any dismantling
work.

G 08 19 7 51
The bowl parts can remain very hot for a
considerable time after the bowl has come to a
standstill.

G 0 46 7 36 1

2 Unscrew nut clockwise and lift off inlet- outlet

housing together with the connecting hoses.
When removing the connecting hoses, do not
drop the washer.
Left-hand thread!
G 0 82 1 53 1

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3 Remove the bolts and lift off frame hood (8).

4 Unscrew lock ring (9) clockwise by using the
special tool; spanner for lock ring.
Left-hand thread!

G 0 07 00 21
5 Lift off gravity disc (clarifier disc) (11).
6 Carefully prise loose paring chamber cover
(13) by using a screwdriver. Lift off the paring
chamber cover.

NOTE

If the gravity disc has to be replaced owing to

changed operating conditions, see 5.8.2 Gravity disc
nomogram, page 135.

G 00 7 01 31

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7 Lift out inlet pipe (14) with the paring disc.

G 00 70 2 21
8 Preparations for unscrewing of bowl hood
(15):
– Fit the spanner to the bowl hood and secure
it with the bolt (a).
– Fit the compression tool and screw down
the central screw (b) until it stops
– Compress the disc stack by tightening the

G 0 16 7 12 1
nut (c) firmly.

NOTE

Use the compression tool as instructed.

Use of substitute tools can damage the equipment.

9 Unscrew bowl hood (15) clockwise by using a

tin hammer.
Left-hand thread!

10 Lift off the bowl hood with the spanner still 15

attached.
G 03 57 41 1

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11 Lift out the top disc, the bowl discs with wing
insert and the distributor.
Screw the nut of the compression tool up
against the eye bolt, turn the unit with the tool
still attached upside down and hit it against a
firm base. This will facilitate loosening of the
top disc.

G 0 35 75 21
12 Lift out sliding bowl bottom (21) using the
special tool.
Ease the sliding bowl bottom off with the
central screw of the tool. If necessary, knock
on the handle.

G 0 07 2 03 1
13 Unscrew cap nut (22).
Left-hand thread!
14 Remove upper distributing ring (23) using the
special tool.
Detach the distributing ring either:
– by jerking, or
– by tightening the nuts equally
G 0 0 70 63 1

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15 Lift out operating slide (25) using the special

tool: lifting bolts for operating slide.

G 0 0 70 72 1
16 Lift out lower distributing ring (26).

G 0 07 08 21
17 Lift out bowl body (27) using the special tool.

18 Ease the bowl body off with the central screw

of the tool. If necessary, knock on the handle.
19 Soak and clean all parts thoroughly in suitable
cleaning agent, see 3.7.1 Cleaning agents,

G 00 70 92 2
page 49.
20 Clean nozzles (28) in bowl body (27) using
soft iron wire of maximum 1,2 mm diameter,
see 3.3.4 Discharge mechanism, page 37.

NOTE

Dirt and lime deposits in the sludge discharge

mechanism can cause discharge malfunction or
failing discharge.

21 Remove O-rings and replace them with spares

from the intermediate service kit (IS).

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4.1.2 Inlet/outlet and bowl −

assembly
Make sure that the following check points are
carried out before and during assembly of the
separator bowl.
Check point
3.3.1 Corrosion, page 33,
3.3.2 Erosion, page 35,
3.3.3 Cracks, page 36,
3.3.4 Discharge mechanism, page 37,
3.3.6 Spindle top cone and bowl body nave, page 40,
3.3.7 Threads of inlet pipe, paring disc, page 40,
3.3.8 Threads on bowl hood and bowl body, page 41,
3.3.10 Disc stack pressure, page 43,
3.4.1 Paring disc height adjustment, page 44.

22. Cap nut Left-hand thread

23. Upper distributing ring

24. Valve plug

25. Operating slide

26. Lower distributing ring

27. Bowl body

IS Intermediate service kit

G 00 74 25 1

28. Nozzle

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IS Intermediate service kit

MS Major service kit

15. Bowl hood

16. Top disc

17. Bowl discs

18. Wing insert

19. Bowl discs

20. Distributor NOTE

Be sure bowl parts are not

interchanged.

21. Sliding bowl bottom Out of balance vibration

will reduce ball bearing
life.

G 08 87 71 1

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1. Safety device

2. Nut Interlocking switch (optional)

6. Insert

IS Intermediate service kit The support ring is removed

MS Major service kit from the frame hood top, at
paring disc adjustment (Major
Service).

3. Inlet/outlet housing
5. Support ring

7. Height adjusting ring

8. Frame hood

9. Lock ring

11. Gravity disc/Clarifier disc

13. Paring chamber cover

NOTE

Be sure bowl parts are not

interchanged.

Out of balance vibration

will reduce ball bearing 14. Inlet pipe with paring disc
life.
G 00 73 7 51

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1 Clean the hollow part (b) of the spindle top

and the radial hole (a). Wipe clean the spindle
Oil
top and nave bore in the bowl body. Apply oil
to the tapered end of the spindle, smear the oil
over the surface and wipe off surplus with a
clean cloth.
2 Clean the nozzles in the bowl body, see 3.3.4
Discharge mechanism, page 37.

G 0 0 71 72 1
Check point
3.3.6 Spindle top cone and bowl body nave, page 40 and
3.3.9 Priming of bowl parts, page 42.

3 Fit the bowl body (27) on the spindle.

Avoid damaging the spindle cone.
– Attach the special lifting tool to the bowl
body nave.
– Screw down the central screw of the tool,
then lower the bowl body until the screw
rests on the spindle top.

G 0 0 71 83 1
– Screw up the central screw and the bowl
body will sink down on the spindle cone.

4 Place the lower distributing ring (26) in the

bowl body.

Using the lifting bolts fit the operating slide

(25).

Make sure that the seal rings lie concentrically

in their grooves.

If replacing valve plugs (24), use a rubber

mallet.
G 0 07 18 4 1

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5 Fit the upper distributing ring so that drill mark

(a) is in line with hole (c) on the distributing
ring.

When the distributing ring is in correct position

the guide pin (b) will enter hole (c).

NOTE

The two guide pin (b) in the distributing ring have to

be fitted properly in the hole (c).

Check the distance “A”. If the play is larger than 2

G 0 3 78 03 1
mm the guide pins have not entered the hole
properly.

a. Drill mark
b. Guide pin
c. Guide pin

6 Screw cap nut (22) counter-clockwise onto the

spindle.
Tighten firmly.
Left-hand thread!

G 03 78 1 11
7 Fit sliding bowl bottom (21).
Make sure that the square seal ring lies
concentrically in its groove.
Press the sliding bowl bottom down on the
upper distributing ring.
G 0 07 20 31

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Check point
Before assembling the bowl discs, check the threads of
the bowl hood and bowl body, see 3.3.8 Threads on bowl
hood and bowl body, page 41.

8 Assemble the bowl discs with wing insert and

top disc on the distributor. Note the angular
positioning (six options).
Ensure that the pins in the distributor fit
properly into the holes of the top disc.

9 Preparations for lifting in the disc stack

– Fit the compression tool and screw down a
the central screw (a) until it stops
– Tighten the compression nut by hand
10 Fit the disc stack assembly in the bowl body.
Make sure that the cuts in the wings on the
underside of the distributor fit properly in the
corresponding lugs of the bowl.

G 03 5 75 61
11 Fit bowl hood (15):
Molykote
– Apply a thin layer of Molykote Paste 1000 to Paste1000
threads and on contact and locating
surfaces.
– Fit the spanner for the bowl hood and
secure it with the bolt (a).
– Screw on the bowl hood by hand. G 0 07 22 3 1

Left-hand thread!

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12 Fit the compressing tool and screw down the a

central screw (a) until it stops.
Compress the disc stack by tightening the nut
(b) firmly.

NOTE
b
Use the compression tool as instructed.
Use of substitute tools can damage the equipment.

Check point
3.3.10 Disc stack pressure, page 43.

G 0 07 2 36 1
13 Attach the spanner and tighten the bowl hood
by using a tin hammer.
Strike the spanner handle until the bowl hood
lies tightly against the bowl body. In a new
bowl, the assembly marks now will be in line
with each other.

ING
WARN
!

Disintegration hazard
The assembly mark on the bowl hood must never

G 03 5 77 11
pass the mark on the bowl body by more than 25°.

See also 3.3.8 Threads on bowl hood and bowl body,

page 41.

14 Place inlet pipe (14) in the bowl.

Check point
3.3.7 Threads of inlet pipe, paring disc, page 40.
G 00 72 7 21

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15 Fit paring chamber cover (13) by pressing it

down gently.
16 Assemble gravity disc/ clarifier disc (11).

G 0 07 33 41
17 Fit lock ring (9).
Apply a thin layer of Molykote Paste 1000 to
the threads and on contact and locating
surfaces.
Left-hand thread!

Molykote
paste 1000

G 0 07 4 33 1
18 Fit frame hood (8).
The two eye-bolts must be fitted in the holes
nearest to the electric motor.

In case of Major Service remove the

connecting housing and fit a new O-ring on
the insert (2).

Check point
3.4.1 Paring disc height adjustment, page 44. To be
performed at Major Service and if the bowl spindle has
G 00 7 35 81

been dismantled.

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19 Fit inlet/outlet housing.

Tighten nut.
Left-hand thread!
20 Then rotate the bowl by means of the flat belt.
If the bowl does not rotate freely or a scraping
noise is heard, incorrect bowl assembly or
incorrect height adjustment of the paring disc
can be the cause.

G 01 72 9 51
NOTE

To avoid damage on the inlet pipe the tightening

torque must not exceed 30 Nm.
21 Make sure that the gasket on the safety device
is in position. If not, glue with Loctite 407.
Fit and secure safety device.
22 Fit the connecting hoses if they have been
removed. Make sure to fit their gasket rings.
23 Fit the water tank on the frame bottom part if it
has been removed.

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4.2 Bowl spindle and

frame

4.2.1 Bowl spindle and frame −

dismantling
Before dismantling the bowl spindle, the inlet
and outlet housing, frame hood and bowl as
well as the flat belt must be removed.
Before dismantling, in the case of Major
Service, or if the separator vibrates while
running, see
Check point
3.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle, page 45.

1. Lip seal ring MS Parts to be renewed at

Major Service
2. Screen
3. Gasket

4. Frame, top part

G 0 11 32 81

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5. Deflector ring

6. Top bearing cover

7. Gasket
MS Parts to be renewed at
8. Fan Major Service
9. Buffer holder
10. Rubber buffer

11. Bowl spindle

12. Ball bearing holder

13. Ball bearing
14. Snap ring

15. Ball bearing

16. Oil pump

17. Belt pulley

18. Pump sleeve

19. Rubber buffer

20. O-ring

21. Frame, intermediate

G 01 13 1 A1

22. O-ring

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1 Loosen but do not remove the motor adapter

screws.
2 Remove the water tank.
3 Remove the brake.
4 Remove the flat belt.

G 01 13 3 E1
5 Remove the screws and lift off frame top part
(4). Lip seal ring (1) must be removed in the
case of Major Service, or if found damaged.

G 01 1 34 61

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6 Clean the bowl spindle cone in place and

remove deflector ring (5).

G 0 11 35 21
7 Remove, in the following sequence:
– Top bearing cover (6)
– Gasket (7)
– Fan (8)
– Buffer holder (9)
– Rubber buffer (10).

NOTE

Be very careful not to damage the wings of

the buffer holder.

G 01 13 62 1

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8 Screw the cap nut counter-clockwise (left-

hand thread) onto the spindle top to protect Left-hand thread
the top and bore.

Lift out spindle assembly (11), rubber buffer

(10) and O-ring (20).

Remove snap ring (14) by using a pair of

pliers and pull off ball bearing holder (12).

G 00 76 13 2
9 Clamp the bowl spindle (11) in a screw vice.
Remove the pump sleeve (18). When turning
the spindle upside down there is a risk that the
vane in the pump sleeve can slide down partly
or entirely into the spindle. Therefore, after
unscrewing the sleeve, check that the vane
has not been damaged.
10 Remove the belt pulley (17). If the pulley has
stuck proceed with point 10.
11 Lubricate the mounting/dismantling tool.

Fit the mounting/dismantling tool and screw it

down as far as it will go (A).

Use a long spanner (450 - 650 mm) to press

the belt pulley off the spindle (B).
Oil
Remove the oil pump (16) by hand, do not
loos the flat key.
G 0 07 62 5 1

Molykote paste 1000

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12 Pull off ball bearing (15) using a puller and

thrust washer. Thrust washer
Puller

Pull off bearing (13) using the special

mounting tool and a hammer.

NOTE

Always discard a used bearing.

Special mounting tool

G 0 07 63 21
In case of 3-year-service

13 Loosen the screws and lift off the frame

intermediate part (21).
14 Discard the O-ring (22).This O-ring is not
included in any service kit, but must be
ordered separately.
G 0 09 37 9 1

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15 Remove the screen (2) from the frame top part

(4).

Discard the gasket (3). This gasket is not

included in any service kit, but must be
ordered separately.

G 01 13 7 71
16 Clean the oil sump.
17 Clean all dismantled parts thoroughly in a
degreasing agent and check for damage and
corrosion.

Replace all parts supplied in the spare parts

kits.

4.2.2 Bowl spindle and frame −

assembly
The bowl spindle and frame is assembled in
reverse sequence to dismantling.

1. Lip seal ring MS Parts to be renewed at

Major Service
2. Screen
3. Gasket

4. Frame, top part

G 0 11 3 27 1

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5. Deflector ring
Molykote 1000 paste Silicone grease (thin layer)
(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)

6. Top bearing cover MS Major service kit

7. Gasket

8. Fan

9. Buffer holder
10. Rubber buffer

Silicone grease (thin layer)

11. Bowl spindle

12. Ball bearing holder

13. Ball bearing
14. Snap ring

15. Ball bearing

16. Oil pump

17. Belt pulley

18. Pump sleeve

19. Rubber buffer

Silicone grease (thin layer)

20. O-ring

21. Frame, intermediate

Loctite 242
G 0 11 31 B 1

22. O-ring

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In case of 3-year-service

1 Fit a new O-ring (22) and assemble the frame

intermediate part (21).

Use a torque wrench and tighten the screws

lightly crosswise at first. Then tighten all
around to 45 Nm.
Loctite 242
Secure the screws with Loctite 242.

G 0 0 93 78 1
2 Fit a new gasket (3).

Fit the screen (2).

G 01 1 37 61
3 Clear the spindle bore from dirt and lime
deposits with the special reamer
G 0 07 63 4 1

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4 Inspect the tapered end and the hollow part of

the bowl spindle for wear and clean if
necessary. Assemble ball bearings (13 and
Mounting tool
15).

Heat the new ball bearings in oil to maximum

125 °C. Use the special mounting tool from the
tool kit.

NOTE

Always fit new bearings.

If in doubt how to install roller bearings in a correct

way, please see the detailed description in
3.10.1 Ball and roller bearings, page 55.

G 0 11 3 83 1
5 Fit oil pump, flat key and belt pulley. Make
Oil
sure that the recess in the belt pulley fits over
the guide pin in the oil pump.

Molykote 1000 paste

(Thin layer to be
rubbed into surface)
G 0 1 13 94 1

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6 Check that the radial hole (Ø 1 mm) in the

pump sleeve is clean, and fit the pump.

G 0 11 43 41
7 Fit ball bearing holder (12) and secure it with
snap ring (14).

Fit O-ring (20) and rubber buffer (19).

Lower spindle assembly (11) carefully into the

separator intermediate frame.

G 00 7 61 22

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8 Assemble, in the following sequence:

– Rubber buffer (10)
– Buffer holder (9)
– Fan (8)
– Gasket (7)
– Top bearing cover (6)

Make sure that the Ø 3 mm hole in fan (8) is

clean and the lugs in the fan enter the
recesses in the bowl spindle.

Before tightening, make sure that there is

some play (a) between top bearing cover
(6) and the frame. The play will disappear
when the screws are tightened.

Tighten the screws sequentially (not

crosswise) in order to successively
compress the rubber buffers.

G 01 1 44 21
9 Push down deflector ring (5) till it stops.

Silicone grease
(thin layer)

G 0 1 14 52 1

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10 Assemble frame top part (4). If lip seal ring (1) Silicone grease
has been removed, fit a new one before the (thin layer)
frame top part is put in place.

Make sure the lip seal is turned the correct

way. See illustration.

When frame top part (4) is assembled there

shall be a small gap between the bowl spindle
and the lip seal (1).

Silicone grease
(thin layer)

G 0 11 46 61
11 Tighten the screws of the top frame using a
torque wrench (width across flats 16 mm).

Tighten the screws slightly crosswise at first.

Then tighten all around to 45 Nm.

Secure the screws with Loctite 242. Loctite 242

G 0 11 47 51

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12 Fit and adjust the flat belt, see 4.4.1 Belt

replacement and tightening, page 99.
Check point
3.4.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle, page 45.

13 Fit the water tank and tighten the screws.

G 0 11 33 A 1

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4.3 Friction coupling

If the separator does not attain full speed
within about 2 minutes, the friction elements
or the coupling may be worn or greasy. The
friction elements must then be replaced with
new ones or be thoroughly cleaned from grease.

ING
WARN
!

Entrapment hazards
Make sure that rotating parts have come to a
complete standstill before starting any dismantling
work.

1. Snap ring
2. Snap ring

3. Ball bearings 5. Belt pulley

5. Belt pulley

6. Coupling hub

7. Friction element
8. Cover
9. Snap ring
10. Washer
G 0 37 21 2 1

11. Spring washer

12. Screw

(MS) = Set of friction elements

included in the Major service Kit for
50 Hz or 60 Hz

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4.3.1 Friction coupling − dismantling

1 Check that the belt tightener is in backward

position.
2 Remove the motor adapter screws.
3 Remove the water tank and the flat belt.

Note that the tank must be lowered past

spindle end (A) before it can be withdrawn
(B).
4 Remove the flat belt.

G 0 11 3 39 1
5 Remove the electric motor complete with the
friction coupling and motor adapter.

Weight of motor including adapter and friction

coupling is not more than 35 kg.

G 0 07 7 33 1
6 Remove snap ring (9), cover (8) and friction
elements (7).

If the friction elements are worn, fit new ones.

Replace all friction elements even if only one
is worn.

If the friction elements are only greasy:

G 0 17 08 4 1

Clean the friction elements and the inside of

belt pulley (5) with a degreasing agent.

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7 Remove the screw (12), spring washer (11)

and washer (10) from the friction coupling.

Complete dismantling of the friction

coupling

8 Lubricate and fit the special mounting and

dismantling tool.

Ease off the coupling.

Oil

Mounting tool
Molykote 1000 Paste
(thin layer to be rubbed into

G 01 71 0 21
surface)

9 Remove snap rings (1 and 2) and drive off

coupling hub (6). Turn the coupling, i.e. belt
pulley (5) with bearings (3), the other way
round and drive off the ball bearings and
washer by using a tube.
10 Clean all parts in a degreasing agent and
replace parts supplied in the spare parts kits.

NOTE

Always discard a used bearing.

G 0 17 1 13 1

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4.3.2 Friction coupling − assembly

Before the friction coupling is assembled,
examine all parts thoroughly for wear and
corrosion.

1 Assemble the new ball bearings in belt pulley

(5) by using a tube and a hammer.

Apply Loctite 641 on the outer surfaces of ball

bearings (3).

Knock down the bearings carefully (do not

forget washer 4) by using the tube which must
rest on the outer race of the bearing.

Loctite 641
The new bearings must not be heated as they
are packed with grease and sealed with
plastic membranes.

After the assembly of the bearings, fit snap

ring (2).

NOTE

G 0 17 12 3 1
Do not refit used bearings.

2 Apply Loctite 641 on the coupling hub (6) and

knock it down into the belt pulley by using a
hammer.
3 Fit snap ring (1).

Loctite 641
G 0 17 13 21

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4 Wipe clean the motor shaft and apply a thin oil

film on it. Fit the special mounting and
dismantling tool to the motor shaft (by means
of the small screw on one end of the tool) and
press the friction coupling onto the shaft.
Oil

Mounting tool
Molykote 1000 Paste
(thin layer to be rubbed into

G 0 1 71 02 1
surface)

5 Fit the screw (12) with the washer (11) and

spring washer (10) to secure the friction
coupling.

G 01 70 92 1
Assembly of friction elements

6 Fit new friction elements (7), cover (8) and

snap ring (9).
– A coupling with two friction elements is
used for 60 Hz installations.
– A coupling with four friction elements is
used for 50 Hz installations.
G 0 17 08 3 1

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7 Degrease and clean the contact surfaces of

frame and motor adapter. Lubricate the
contact surfaces with Molykote 1000 paste.
Then fit the electric motor with adapter and
friction coupling in position.

Also lubricate the threads of the belt tightener

with Molykote 1000 paste or similar.

G 0 07 73 41
8 Fit and tighten the flat belt, see 4.4.1 Belt
replacement and tightening, page 99.
9 Install the water tank and the cover.

NOTE

The belt must be re-tightened before starting the

separator, see next page.

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4.4 Flat belt and tightener

The flat belt must be removed before
dismantling of the bowl spindle or the friction
coupling. The procedure is the same when
replacing the belt at a Major Service.
A new belt must be re-tightened twice:
• 30 minutes after the belt has been installed.
The separator must not be started until the
re-tightening has been done.
• after approximately 24 hours of operation.

NOTE

Do not start the separator unless the flat belt has

been re-tightened after 30 minutes. If started, the
belt may slip and be damaged.

4.4.1 Belt replacement and

tightening
If only tightening of flat belt should be done,
only steps 3 and 7-11 have to be performed.

ING
WARN
!

Entrapment hazards
Make sure that rotating parts have come to a
complete standstill before starting any dismantling
work.

Look into the slot in the frame hood to see if

G 0 46 7 36 1
separator parts are rotating or not.

1 Remove the water tank and brake.

Note that the tank must be lowered past
spindle end (A) before it can be withdrawn
(B).
G 08 84 72 1

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2 Check that the belt tightener is in backward

position.

NOTE

Pay attention to the air gap “A” between the cup

springs and the threaded sleeve.
The distance “A” must not exceed 0,5 mm.
Otherwise a correct belt tightening will be

G 0 47 39 1 1
impossible.

3 Loosen but do not remove the motor adapter

screws.

G 0 07 66 22
NOTE
Molykote 1000 Paste
To guarantee a proper function of the belt tightener it
is advisable to protect the surfaces

Knock out the tubular spring pin and separate

the parts, lubricate and assemble the parts.

4 Remove the existing belt and clean the G 08 85 71 1

raceways of the bowl spindle and the friction

coupling by using a degreasing agent. Wipe
the raceways with a clean rag after cleaning.

Exercise the greatest possible cleanliness.

There must be no dirt, oil or grease on the
raceways.
G 01 71 53 1

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5 Remove the motor adapter screws. Lift the

Molykote 1000 Paste
motor together with adapter and friction
coupling and check that there is a sufficient
film of Molykote 1000 Paste, or an equivalent
lubricating paste, between the adapter and
the frame surface. Lower the motor after
checking. Fit the motor adapter screws but do
not tighten them.

The weight of motor including adapter and

friction coupling is not more than 35 kg.

The threads of the belt tightener should be

lubricated with a thin layer of Molykote 1000
Paste.
(to be rubbed into surface)

G 00 77 34 1
6 Fit a new belt. Start on the motor side.
Tighten the belt by moving the motor
backwards by hand.
Pull the belt around a few turns by hand.

G 01 71 66 1

7 Rotate the belt tightener by rotating the shaft

until it makes contact with the frame pad.
G 04 89 8 21

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8 Tighten the shaft (1) further until the threaded

sleeve (2) and dog (3) are disengaged.
“Shake” the motor by hand several times
during this operation in order to overcome the
friction between the motor adapter and the
frame.

G 0 47 7 11 1
9 Tighten the motor adapter screws.

G 0 07 66 22
10 Loosen the belt tightener by rotating the
threaded sleeve (2) backwards.
G 04 77 21 1

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11 Rotate the shaft (1) relative to the threaded

sleeve (2) until the sleeve (2) and dog (3) are
engaged again with a clicking sound.

NOTE

If the springs (4) are not decompressed they will

loose their tension and correct tightening of belt will

G 0 47 73 1 1
be impossible.

12 Let the belt stay in this position for at least 30

minutes without starting the separator.

Then repeat steps 3 and 7-11 above. After this

proceed to step 13.

NOTE

G 04 7 40 21
Do not start the separator unless the flat belt has
been re-tightened after 30 minutes.
If started, the belt may slip and be damaged.

13 Fit the water tank and brake.

14 The separator may now be started.

NOTE

The belt must be re-tightened when the separator has

been in operation approximately 24 hours after the
belt change: Repeat steps 3 and 7-11.

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4.5 Oil filling device

4.5.1 Dismantling/assembly
Drain off the oil, see 3.8 Oil change, page 51.
Unscrew nipple (4) and pull off the oil filling
device. Then unbend the round safety wire (6)
and pull off nipple (4).

1 If plate (8) is to be replaced, wipe the sight glass (7) with a degreasing agent.
2 Fit the new plate on the outside of the sight glass. The plate is self-adhesive.
3 Mark the position of the plate relative to the recess in sleeve (1).
Assemble the oil filling device and fit it into the frame. Note that the mark on sleeve (1) must be
positioned opposite the mark on the frame. Fill the sump with new oil.

G 01 55 8 11

6. Round safety wire 5. Sealing ring

4. Nipple
2. O-ring
1. Sleeve for oil filling

7. Sight glass
8. Plate
3. O-ring
G 01 55 91 1

Silicone grease (thin layer)

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4.6 Water tank

Remove the water tank (1).

Note that the tank must be lowered past the
spindle end (A) before it can be withdrawn (B). 2. Elbow

• Check the tank interior and clean out if

necessary.
• Check that the pipes are not defective.

G 08 8 47 11
Replace if necessary.
If the parts fitted on the tank have been
removed, it is necessary to fit the parts properly 1. Water container

together at assembly.
2. Elbow
• Seal the water inlet pipe with Loctite 573.

4.7 Brake

4.7.1 Exploded view

5. Split pin

1. Spindle with friction element

2. Spring 6. Brake handle
3. Bracket G 0 17 17 3 1

4. Cylindrical pin with hole

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4.7.2 Checking of friction element

A worn or oily friction element will lengthen the

stopping time. Remove bracket with the brake.
Examine the friction element.
• If the friction element is worn; Fit a new
complete spindle (includes friction element).
• If the friction element is oily; Clean the element
and its surface in contact with the belt pulley
with a suitable degreasing agent.

G 0 17 18 21
Checking of bracket, spindle and spring

Rust can form on the brake parts and cause the

brake to jam. Oil

Remove rust from the spindle and the

corresponding guide surface on the bracket. Rub
the surface of the spindle with a thin layer of
lubricating paste. Replace the spring with a new
one if it has lost its stiffness. Oil the spring when
assembling. A = Coupling surface

G 0 17 19 31
Molykote 1000 Paste

Checking the brake

After the brake assembly has been fitted,
release the brake and rotate the bowl slowly by
hand. If a scraping noise is heard, the friction
element is probably touching the coupling
pulley surface (A). If so, it is necessary to adjust
the position of the motor adapter and re-
tighten the flat belt, see 4.4 Flat belt and
tightener, page 99.

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4.8 Frame feet

4.8.1 Mounting of new frame feet

When replacing the frame feet, the separator
must be lifted.
Remove the bowl before lifting the separator.
Follow 3.6 Lifting instructions, page 47.

1 Loosen the foundation bolts and lift the

separator.
2 Remove the existing frame feet.
3 Mount the new feet.
4 Place the separator in its original position and
fasten the foundation bolts.

G 03 5 83 51
5 Remove the two lifting eye bolts.
6 Assemble the separator bowl, see 4.1.2 Inlet/
outlet and bowl - assembly, page 70.

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5 Technical Reference

Contents 5.9 Storage and installation 145

5.9.1 Storage and transport of goods 145
5.9.2 Planning of installation 148
5.1 Product description 110
5.9.3 Foundations 150
5.1.1 Directives & Standards 110

5.2 Technical data 111

5.3 Connection list 112

5.4 Basic size drawing 114

5.4.1 Dimensions of connections 115

5.5 Interface description 116

5.5.1 Scope 116
5.5.2 References 116
5.5.3 Definitions 116
5.5.4 Goal 117
5.5.5 Description of separator modes. 118
5.5.6 Handling of connection interfaces. 119

5.6 Water quality 124

5.7 Lubricants 125

5.7.1 Lubrication chart 125
5.7.2 Recommended lubricants 126
5.7.3 Recommended lubricating oils 129
5.7.4 Recommended oil brands 130
5.7.5 Recommended oil brands 132

5.8 Drawings 134

5.8.1 Foundation drawing 134
5.8.2 Gravity disc nomogram 135
5.8.3 Electric motor 136
5.8.4 Machine plates and safety labels 137
5.8.5 Operating water interface
(Purifier) 139
5.8.6 Operating water interface 141
5.8.7 Performance data,
in- and outlet device 142
5.8.8 Interconnection diagram 144

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5.1 Product description

Alfa Laval ref. 589966, rev. 2

Product number: 881099-05-02/1

Separator type: P100
Application: Mineral oil
Designation: SGP-11
Technical design:
Purifier (clarifier as option) with partial discharge.
Machine bottom part for belt drive
Intended for marine and land applications.
Colour of finish painting of painted parts according to order.
Quality of painting according to specifications on drawings.
Sealings available in Nitrile.
Operational limits:
Discharge interval: 2 - 60 minutes
Feed temperature: 0 °C to + 100 °C
Ambient temperature: + 5 °C to + 55 °C
Not to be used for liquids with flashpoint below 60 °C
Maximum allowed density of operating liquid: 1000 kg/m3
Risk for corrosion and erosion have to be investigated in each
case by the application centre.

5.1.1 Directives & Standards

Alfa Laval ref. 591985, rev. 1

Health and safety requirements:

2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility
2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
Standards:
EN 60204-1 Electrical equipment of machines, part 1
EN ISO 14121-1 Safety of machinery - Principles of risk assessment
EN ISO 12100-1,-2 Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design
ISO 3744 Acoustic determination

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5.2 Technical data

Alfa Laval ref. 561687, rev. 3

Maximum density feed 1100 kg/m3

sediment 2631 kg/m3
Power consumption idling 0,8 kW
running (at max. capacity) 1,8 kW
max. power consumption 2,8 kW (at starting-up)
Bowl speed synchronous, 50/60Hz 9512/9307 rev/min.
Motor speed synchronous, 50/60Hz 3000/3600 rev/min.
Gear ratio 130:41 (50 Hz)
106:41 (60 Hz)
Starting time min/max 50 Hz 2,4/3,2 minutes
Starting time min/max 60 Hz 3,3/4 minutes
Stopping time Without brake average 14 minutes
With brake min. 3, max. 4 minutes
Maximum running time without flow Empty bowl 180 minutes
Filled bowl 180 minutes
Sludge volume total/efficient 0,6 / 0,2 litres
Bowl liquid volume 1,5 litre
Fixed discharge volume 1 litre (nominal)
Lubricating oil volume 0,5 litre
Sound pressure 69 dB(A)
Vibrations Separator in use Max. 9 mm/sec (r.m.s)
Weight Separator without motor 191 kg
Motor 16 kg
Complete bowl 35 kg
Overhead hoist for 300 kp is required
Motor power 2,2 / 2,5 Kw
Max. bowl inner diameter 198 mm
Jp reduced to motor shaft, 50 Hz 2,5 kgm2
Jp reduced to motor shaft, 60 Hz 1,7 kgm2
Bowl material AL 111 2377-02 stainless steel

NOTE

The separator is a component operating in an

integrated system including a monitoring system.
If the technical data in the system description does
not agree with the technical data in this instruction
manual, the data in the system description is the
valid one.

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5.3 Connection list

Alfa Laval ref. 561658, rev. 1

Connection Description Requirements/limits

No.

201 Inlet for process liquid.

- Flow: See 5.8.7 Performance data,

- Pressure: in- and outlet device, page
142

206 Inlet for liquid seal and displacement liquid.

- Quality requirements: See 5.6 Water quality, page

124

- Flow, set value: 8 litres/minute

220 Outlet for light phase, clarified liquid.

- Counter pressure: See 5.8.7 Performance data,

in- and outlet device, page
- Capacity: 142

(221) Outlet for heavy phase (water). Should be possible to drain

liquids by gravity.

222 Outlet for solid phase.

- Discharge volume: See 5.1 Product description,
page 110
The outlet after the separator
should be installed in such a
way that you can not fill the
frame top part with sludge.
(Guidance of sludge pump or
open outlet)

372 Inlet for discharge liquid.

- Flow , set value: 18 litres/minute

- Quality requirements: See 5.6 Water quality, page

124

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Connection Description Requirements/limits

No.

373 Inlet for make-up liquid.

- Flow, set value: 0,9 litres per minute

- Quality requirements: See 5.6 Water quality, page

124

- Consumption: 0,9 litres per discharge

377 Outlet for operating liquid. Should be possible to drain

liquids by gravity.

462 Drain of frame top part, lower. Should be possible to drain

liquids by gravity.

463 Drain of frame top part, upper. Should be possible to drain

liquids by gravity.

701 Motor for separator

Allowed deviation from nominal frequency ±5%

(momentarily during maximum 5 seconds): (±10%)

753 Unbalance sensors, vibration

- Type: Mechanical switch

- Frequency range: < 300 Hz

- Vibration measurement range: < 4,5 g

- Internal impedance: 4 kΩ ± 5%

- Reset coil voltage: 48 V DC

- Reset coil power: Max. 14 W

- Switch rating, resistive load max 2 A @ 24 V DC

Location of connections on the separator, see

5.4 Basic size drawing, page 114, and 5.4.1
Dimensions of connections, page 115.

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5.4 Basic size drawing

Alfa Laval ref. 565297, rev. 2

G 0 9 22 9A 1

Connections 201 and 220 are turnable 90°.

A Maximum horizontal displacement during operation ±20 mm
B Maximum vertical displacement during operation ±10 mm

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5.4.1 Dimensions of connections

G 0 92 2 9B 1

All dimensions are nominal.

Reservation for individual deviations due to tolerance.
All connections to be installed non-loaded and flexible.
Data for connections see 5.3 Connection list, page 112

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5.5 Interface description

Alfa Laval ref. 565810, rev. 0

5.5.1 Scope
This document gives information, requirements
and recommendations about operational
procedures and signal processing for safe and
reliable operation of the separator. It is
intended to for designing auxiliary equipment
and control system for the separator.

5.5.2 References
This Interface Description is one
complementary document to the separator.
Other such documents that contain necessary
information and are referred to here are:
• Interconnection diagram
• Connection List
• Technical Data
• Operating Water Interface
Standards referred to are:
• EN 418 Safety of machinery - Emergency
stop equipment, functional aspects -
Principles of design
• EN 1037 Safety of machinery - Prevention of
unexpected start-up

5.5.3 Definitions
For the purpose of this document, the following
definitions apply:
• Synchronous speed: The speed the machine
will attain when it is driven by a three-phase
squirrel-cage induction motor and there is no
slip in the motor and the drive system.
• Full speed: The synchronous speed minus
normal slip.

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5.5.4 Goal
To eliminate situations that can cause harm,
i.e. injury, damage to health or property and
unsatisfactory process result are e.g.:

Situation Effect
Unbalance caused by uneven sediment Too high stress on bowl and bearing
accumulation in the bowl. system which might cause harm.
Too high bowl speed. Too high stress on bowl which might
cause harm.
Access to moving parts. Can cause injury to person who
accidentally touches these parts.
Insufficient cleaning of separator. Unsatisfactory product quality.
Bowl leakage. Product losses.

Information and instructions given in this

document aim at preventing these situations.
Control and supervision can be more or less
comprehensive depending on the type of used
control equipment. When a simple control unit
is used it would be impossible or too expensive
to include many of the functions specified here
while these functions could be included at
nearly no extra cost when a more advanced
control unit is used. For this reasons functions
that are indispensable or needed for safety
reasons to protect the machine and/or
personnel are denoted with shall while other
functions are denoted with should.

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5.5.5 Description of separator

modes.
For control purposes the operation of the
separator should be divided into different
modes.
The normally used modes are described below
but other modes might exist.
It is assumed that:
• The separator is correctly assembled.
• All connections are made according to
“Connection List”, “Interconnection
Diagram” and “Interface Description”.
• The separator control system is activated.
If above conditions are not fulfilled the
separator is unready for operation.
STAND STILL means:
• The power to the separator motor is off.
• The bowl is not rotating.
STARTING means:
• The power to the separator motor is on.
• The bowl is rotating and accelerating.
RUNNING means:
• The power to the separator motor is on.
• The bowl is rotating at full speed.
RUNNING is a collective denomination for
a
number of sub modes which e.g. can be:
– STAND BY: Separator is in a waiting mode
and not producing.
– PRODUCTION: Separator is fed with
product and producing.
– CLEANING: Separator is fed with cleaning
liquids with the intention to clean the
separator.

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STOPPING means:
• The power to the separator motor is off.
• The bowl is rotating and decelerating.
STOPPING is a collective denomination for
a number of sub modes which e.g. can be:
– NORMAL STOP: A manually or
automatically initiated stop.
– SAFETY STOP: An automatically initiated
stop triggered by too high vibrations.
– EMERGENCY STOP: A manually initiated
stop at emergency situations. This stop
will be in effect until it is manually reset.

5.5.6 Handling of connection

interfaces.

Electrical connections.

701 Separator motor.

The separator is equipped with a 3-phase DOL
(Direct On Line) started motor.
There shall be an emergency stop circuit
designed according to EN 418 and a power
isolation device according to EN 1037.
There shall be a start button close to the
separator that shall be used for first start after
assembly of the separator.
There should be a counter to count number of
running hours.
There should be a current transformer to give
an analogue signal to the control unit about the
motor current.

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753 Unbalance sensor.

For indication of any abnormal unbalance and
to be able to perform appropriate
countermeasures, the separator may be
equipped with a vibration initiated mechanical
switch on the separator frame.
The vibration monitor shall include a self-check
function to be performed at least at initiation of
STARTING.
If to high vibrations occur the separator shall
be stopped the quickest way possible and it
shall not be restarted until the reasons for the
vibrations have been found and measures to
remove them have been taken.
Signal processing in STARTING:
• If to high vibrations occur the separator shall
be stopped automatically by SAFETY STOP.
• If the self-check system triggers, an alarm
shall be given and an automatic stop by
NORMAL STOP shall be initiated.
Signal processing in RUNNING:
• If to high vibrations occur the separator shall
be stopped automatically by SAFETY STOP.
• If the self-check system triggers, an alarm
shall be given.
Signal processing in STOPPING:
• If the self-check system triggers, an alarm
shall be given.
Signal processing in NORMAL STOP:
• If to high vibrations occur the system shall
turn over automatically to SAFETY STOP.

Fluid connections.
Complementary information is given in 5.3
Connection list, page 112.

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201 Inlet for process liquids (feed).

Processing in STAND STILL:
• Shall be closed.
Processing in STARTING:
• Should be closed. Bowl will be open and
empty or closed and filled depending on if
start is done from STAND STILL or
STOPPING.
Processing in RUNNING:
• Could be closed or open.
• Shall be closed before a discharge. See
5.8.5 Operating water interface (Purifier),
page 139 or 5.8.6 Operating water interface,
page 141.
Processing in NORMAL STOP or
EMERGENCY STOP:
• Could be closed or open but the bowl should
be filled unless the stop is initiated in
STARTING.
Processing in SAFETY STOP:
• Could be closed or open but the bowl shall
be filled unless the stop is initiated in
STARTING.

206 Inlet to liquid seal.

Processing in STAND STILL:
• Shall be closed.
Processing in STARTING:
• Shall be closed.
Processing in RUNNING:
• Supplying a liquid seal prior to opening the
feed: See 5.8.5 Operating water interface
(Purifier), page 139 or 5.8.6 Operating water
interface, page 141.
• Displacing (the interface) before a
discharge: See 5.8.5 Operating water
interface (Purifier), page 139 or 5.8.6
Operating water interface, page 141.

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220 and 221 Outlets

Processing in STAND STILL:
• Could be closed or open.
Processing in other modes:
• Shall be open.

372 Inlet for discharge liquid.

Processing in STAND STILL:
• Shall be closed.
Processing in STARTING:
• Shall be closed.
Processing in RUNNING:
• A discharge is initiated according to
procedure in “Operating Water Interface”.
• After a discharge has been triggered the
motor current or bowl speed should be
monitored to indicate if there comes a
current peak or a sudden drop in speed. The
absence of such a signal indicates that the
discharge has failed and corrective action
should be taken (e.g. trigger a new
discharge). Absence of a discharge may
result in problems due to solidification of the
sediment.
That the current returns to original value after
discharge could also be supervised. If
current is much higher after the discharge
this might be an indication that the bowl has
not closed properly after the discharge.
• For service purposes there should be a
counter to count number of discharges.

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373 Inlet for make-up liquid.

Processing in STAND STILL:
• Shall be closed.
Processing in STARTING:
• Shall be closed.
Processing in RUNNING:
• The separator bowl is closed according to
procedure in
“Operating Water Interface”.
• The separator bowl is closed in a discharge
sequence according to procedure in
“Operating Water Interface”.

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5.6 Water quality

Alfa Laval ref. 553406, rev. 9

Quality specification for operating water

Operating water is used in the separator for
several different functions: e.g. to operate
the discharge mechanism, to lubricate and
cool mechanical seals.

Poor quality of the operating water may

with time cause erosion, corrosion and/or
operating problem in the separator and
must therefore be treated to meet certain
demands.

The following requirements are of

fundamental importance

1 Turbidity-free water, solids content <0,001% by volume. Deposits must not be

allowed to form in certain areas in the separator.
2 Max particle size 50 μm.
3 Total hardness less than180 mg CaCO3 per litre, which corresponds to 10°dH or
12.5°E
Hard water may with time form deposits in the operating mechanism. The
precipitation rate is accelerated with increased operating temperature and low
discharge frequency. These effects become more severe the harder the water is.
4 Chloride content max 100 ppm NaCl (equivalent to 60 mg Cl/l)
Chloride ions contribute to corrosion on the separator surface in contact with the
operating water, including the spindle. Corrosion is a process that is accelerated
by increased separating temperature, low pH, and high chloride ion
concentration.
A chloride concentration above 60 mg/l is not recommended.
5 pH>6
Increased acidity (lower pH) increases the risk for corrosion; this is accelerated
by increased temperature and high chloride ion content.

NOTE

Alfa Laval accepts no liability for consequences

arising from unsatisfactorily purified operating
water supplied by the customer

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5.7 Lubricants

5.7.1 Lubrication chart

Alfa Laval ref. 553216-01 rev. 8

Lubricating points Type of lubricant Interval

The oil bath: See Recommended lubricating Oil Change:
Bowl spindle bearings are lubricated oils.
by oil splash from the oil bath. Volume: see ‘‘Technical data”. Continuous operation: 2000h
Seasonal operation:
Before every operating period
Short period’s operation:
12 months even if total number of operating hours
is less than stated above.

Bowl spindle taper: Lubricating oil, only a few At assembly.

drops for rust protection.

Bowl: Pastes as specified in At assembly.

Sliding contact surfaces, thread of Recommended oil brands.
lock nut and cap nut.

Rubber seal rings: Grease as specified in At assembly.

Recommended lubricating oils

Friction coupling ball bearings. The bearings are packed with -

Not valid for rigid coupling: grease and sealed and need
no extra lubrication.

Electric moto:r Follow manufacturer’s Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

instructions.

Threads: Lubricating oil, if not otherwise At assembly.

stated.

NOTE

If not otherwise specified, follow the supplier’s

instructions about applying, handling and storing
of lubricants.

ON
CAUTI
!

Check the oil level before start.

Top up when necessary.
Do not overfill.

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5.7.2 Recommended lubricants

Alfa Laval ref. 553217-01 rev. 11

NOTE

The data in below tables is based on supplier information in regards to lubrication properties.
Trade names and designations might vary from country to country, contact your local supplier for
more information.

Brands with Alfa Laval article numbers are approved and recommended for use.

Pastes:

Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No

Dow Corning Molykote 1000 (Paste) 537086-02 (1000 g)

Molykote 1000 (Paste) 537086-03 (100 g)

Molykote G-rapid plus (Paste) 537086-04 (50 g)

Fuchs Lubritech Gleitmo 705

Gleitmo 805K

Klüber Wolfracoat C (Paste)

Rocol Dry Moly Paste

MT-LM

Bonded coatings:

Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No

Fuchs Lubritech Gleitmo 900 (Varnish or spray)

Dow Corning Molykote D321R (Spray) 535586-01(375 g)

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Silicone grease for rubber rings:

Manufacturer Designation Hygienic comment Alfa Laval No.

Dow Corning (Molykote) 111 Conform to the FDA regulations 539474-02 (100 g)
(Compound) (21 CFR 178.3570) for occasional
food contact. Certified: National
Water Council UK and WRC, UK. 539474-03 (25 g)
Certified: food industry as per
Chemical Testing Laboratory Dr.
Böhm, Munich.

Molykote G-5032 NSF Registered H1 (June 3 2005) 569415-01 (50 g)

Bremer & Leguil, Chemplex 750 DVGW approved according to the

Fuchs Lubritech German KTW-recommendations
for drinking water.

Geralyn SG MD 2 NSF Registered H1 (30 March

2007)

Klüber Unisilkon L 250 L Complies with German

Environmental Agency on hygiene
requirements for tap water.
Certified by DVGW-KTW, WRC,
AS4020, ACS.

Paraliq GTE 703 NSF Registered H1 (25 Feb 2004)

Complies with LMBG and the
European standard EN 1672, part
2.

Bel-Ray No-Tox Silicone Valve NSF Registered H1 (19 June

Seal 2002)

MMCC ALCO 220 NSF Registered H1 (25 March

2002)

Rocol Foodlube Hi-Temp NSF Registered H1 (18 April

2001)

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Greases for ball and roller bearings:

NOTE

Always follow the specific recommendation for

lubrication as advised by the manufacturer.

Manufacturer Designation Hygienic comment

BP Energrease MP-MG2

Energrease LS2

Energrease LS-EP2

Castrol APS 2 Spheerol EPL 2

Chevron Chevron Dura-Lith Grease EP2 Texaco Multifak AFB

2

Dow Corning Molykote G-0101 Molykote Multilub

ExxonMobil Beacon EP2

Unirex N2

Mobilith SHC 460

Mobilux EP2

Fuchs Lubritech Lagermeister EP2

Q8/Kuwait Petroleum Rembrandt EP2

Shell Alvania EP 2

Albida EP2

SKF LGEP 2

LGMT 2

LGFB 2 NSF Registered H1 (14

Sept 2005)

Total Multis EP2

BP Energrease MP-MG2

Energrease LS2

Energrease LS-EP2

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5.7.3 Recommended lubricating oils

Alfa Laval ref. 553219-09 rev. 1

Type of frame: D/D and P/P with motor < 7,5

kW.
Two different groups of lubricating oils are
approved. They are designated as Alfa Laval
lubricating oil groups A and D.
The numerical value after the letter states the
viscosity grade. The numerical value after the
letter in the table states the viscosity grade..

Ambient temperature Alfa Laval lubricating oil Time in operation

group
Oil change interval

between +15 and +45 °C A/150 1500 h

between +2 and +65 °C D/220 2000 h

The corresponding commercial oil brands are

listed on next page.

NOTE

• When the separator is operated for short

periods, lubricating oil must be changed
every 12 months even if the total number of
operating hours is less than stated in the
recommendations above.
• Check and prelubricate spindle bearings on
separators which have been out of service
for 6 months or longer.
• In seasonal operation: change oil before
every operating period.
Alfa Laval do not accept responsibility for any
damage caused by the use of lubricants which
deviate from the recommended lubricants
listed in this manual.

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5.7.4 Recommended oil brands

Alfa Laval ref. 553218-04 rev. 6

Paraffinic mineral lubricating oil category (ISO-L-) HM 150.

Viscosity grade (ISO 3448/3104) VG 150.
The oil shall follow the requirements in one of the standards below.

Standard Designation

ISO 11158, (ISO 6743/4) ISO-L-HM or HV 150

ISO 12925-1, (ISO 6743/6) ISO-L-CKC or CKE 150

DIN 51524 part 2 or 3 (German standard) DIN 51524 - HLP or HVLP 150

DIN 51517 part 3 DIN 51517 - CLP 150

Alfa Laval lubrication oil group A

Viscosity grade (ISO 3448/3104) VG 150

Viscosity index (ISO 2909) VI >95

Manufacturer Designation

Alfa Laval 546098-814 litres

546098-831 litre

BP Bartran 150
Bartran HV 150
Energol SHF-HV 150

Castrol Alpha ZN 150

Hyspin AWH(-M) 150
Hyspin AWS 150

Chevron Meropa 150

Rando HD 150
Paper Machine oil XL 150

ExxonMobil Mobil DTE PM 150

Mobil DTE 10 excel 150
Mobil Vacuoline 528 (ISO VG 150)
Nuto H 150
Mobilgear 600 XP 150

Q8/Kuwait Petroleum Haydn 150

Shell Morlina 150

Morlina S2 B 150

Statoil LubeWay XA 150

Total Azolla ZS 150

Lubmarine Visga 150

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Paraffinic mineral lubricating oil category HM 150 for hygienic applications.

Conform to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements of lubricants
with incidental food contact, Title CFR 21 178.3570, 178.3620 and/or those
generally regarded as safe (US 21 CFR 182).

Lubrication oils for food and hygienic applications

Viscosity grade (ISO 3448/3104) VG 150

Viscosity index (ISO 2909) VI >95

Manufacturer Designation

Bel-Ray Bel-Ray No-Tox Gear Oil 85

Bel-Ray No-Tox Anti-Wear 40

ExxonMobil Mobil DTE FM 150 (Mineral/PAO)

Fiske Brothers Lubriplate FMO-AW 900

Total (Keystone) Nevastane EP 150

The hygienic oil on the list is in the online “NSF White BookTM Listing” at the time
of the
revision of this document. For more information about the NSF registration and up
to date H1 registration, see www.nsf.org (http://www.nsf.org/business/
nonfood_compounds/)

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5.7.5 Recommended oil brands

Alfa Laval ref. 553218-08 rev. 6

Synthetic lubricating oil, category PAO (ISO-L-) CKE 220

Viscosity grade (ISO 3448/3104) VG 220.
The following are lists of recommended oil brands. Trade names and designations might vary
from country to country. Please contact your local oil supplier for more information.
Brands with Alfa Laval article number are approved and recommended for use.

Alfa Laval lubrication oil group D

Manufacturer Designation

Alfa Laval 542690-8020 litres

542690-814 litres

BP Enersyn HTX 220

Enersyn EP-XF 220

Castrol Alphasyn EP 220

Alphasyn HG 220
Optigear Synthetic A 220

Chevron (Texaco/Caltex) Pinnacle EP 220

Tegra Synthetic Gear Lubricant 220
Pinnacle Marine Gear 220

ExxonMobil Mobil SHC 630

Q8/Kuwait Petroleum Schumann 220

Shell Shell Morlina S4 B 220

Omala RL 220

Statoil Mereta 220

Total Carter SH 220

Elf Epona SA 220

The lists of recommended oil brands are not complete. Other oil brands may
be used as long as they have equivalently quality as the brands recommended.
The oil must have the same viscosity class and ought to follow the ISO
standard 12925-1, category ISO-L-CKC, CKD, CKE or CKT (ISO 6743-6) or
DIN 51517, part 3 CLP, but shall have a synthetic base oil of polyalphaolefin
type (PAO) instead of mineral base oil. The oil must be endorsed for worm
gear with brass worm wheel. The use of other lubricants than recommended
is done on the exclusive responsibility of the user or oil supplier.

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Synthetic lubricating oil, category PAO (ISO-L-) CKE 220 for hygienic
applications
Conform to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements of
lubricants with incidental food contact, Title CRF 21 178.3570, 178.3620 and/
or those generally regarded as safe (US 21 CRF 182).

Lubrication oils for food and hygienic applications

Manufacturer Designation

Shell Cassida fluid GL 220

The hygienic oil on the list is in the online “NSF White BookTM Listing” at the
time of the revision of this document. For more information about the NSF
registration and up to date H1 registration, see www.nsf.org (http://
www.nsf.org/business/nonfood_compounds/)

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5.8 Drawings

5.8.1 Foundation drawing

Alfa Laval ref. 548711, rev. 2

G 06 45 7 21

A Center of separator bowl

B Center of motor Vertical force not exceeding 5 kN/foot
C 8 holes for foundation bolt
D Foundation bolt
E Service side Horizontal force not exceeding 7 kN/foot
F Max. height of largest component incl. lifting tool

Service area

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5.8.2 Gravity disc nomogram

Alfa Laval ref. 565798 rev. 0

G0931711
Oil density, kg/m3 at 15 oC Gravity disc hole diameter, φ mm
Oil temperature, °C, °F Throughput, m3/h

The nomogram is based on the properties of

fresh water.

Example I in nomogram Example II in nomogram

Reference in graph: Reference in graph:
Oil density 965 kg/m3 Oil density 875 kg/m3
at 15 °C (60 °F) at 15 °C (60 °F)
Separation temperature Separation temperature
70 °C (158 °F) 60 °C (140 °F)
Throughput 0,7 m3/h Throughput 1 m3/h
From the graphs (heavy line), the correct gravity disc has From the graphs (broken line), the correct gravity disc has
a hole diameter of 54 mm. a hole diameter of 66 mm.

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5.8.3 Electric motor

Alfa Laval ref. 552807, rev. 7

The rotor balanced with half key.

Maximum vibration velocity 1,8 mm/s (rms) acc. to IEC
34-14.

G 06 06 2 A1
A Knock out openings for cable glands on both sides 2 x M25
B Sheet-steel fan hood
C Drain holes with closable plugs to be positioned at lowest point for IM 3011 mounting position.

NOTE

The motor bearings are permanent lubricated.

Manufacturer ABB Motors Type of mounting Degree of protection

IEC 34-7 IEC 34-5
Manufacturers drawing CAT. BA/Marine motors GB 98-05
Standards IEC 34-series, 72, 79 and 85 IM 3001 IP 55
Size 90L
Type M2AMA 90L
Weight 16 kg
Poles 2
Insulation class F
Bearings D-end 6305-2Z/C3, N-end 6204-
2Z/C3
Method of cooling IC 411 (IEC 34-6)
Specification Totaly enclosed three-phase motor
for marine service

NOTE

For complete information about motor variants, please

contact your Alfa Laval representative.

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5.8.4 Machine plates and safety

labels

G 0 63 51 41
Location of machine plates and safety labels

1. Machine plate
Separator P100
Manufacturing serial No / Year XXXX
Product No 881099-05-02/1
Inlet and outlet
S00 61 4 11

Bowl
Machine bottom part
Max. speed (bowl)
Direction of rotation (bowl)
Speed motor shaft
El. current frequency
Recommended motor power
Max. density of feed
Max. density of sediment
Process temperature min./max.

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3. Safety label
! WA R N I N G
Text on label:
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

WARNING XXXX XXXX XXXX

XXXXXXXXXXXX XXX
XXXXXXX XXXXX XX
XXX XXX X XXX XX XXXX
XXXX XX X X XXXXX XXX
X XXX XXXX XXX XX XX X
XX X XXXXX XX X XXXX

S0 0 69 0N 1
XXXXX XXXXXXX XXX XXX X XXXXXX
XXXXXXXXX. X XXX X XXX. XXX XXX XXX X XXXXX
XXX X XXXX .
XXXXX XXX XXXX XXX

Read the instruction manuals before XXXXX XXXX X XXXX XXX XXXXX X XXXXX XX X
XX. XXX XX XXX XXX XX X.
XXXXXXX/XX,X XX

installation, operation and maintenance.

Consider inspection intervals.
Failure to strictly follow instructions can lead
to fatal injury.
If excessive vibration occurs, stop separator
and keep bowl filled with liquid during
rundown.
Out of balance vibration will become worse if
bowl is not full.
Separator must stop rotating before any
dismantling work is started.
4. Name plate

S00 6 32 11
6. Power supply frequency

S00 63 1 11

7. Label
Text on label:
Read the instruction manual before lifting.
S 00 69 11 1

A. Space for label indicating

representative

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5.8.5 Operating water interface

(Purifier)
Alfa Laval ref. 565819, rev. 0
Proposed operation of operating water interface
for purifier execution.
Closing the bowl and supplying liquid
seal:
1 Initialise by opening connection 372 for 1
sec.
2 Close the bowl by opening connection 373
for 40 seconds.
3 Supply liquid seal by opening connection
206 for 12 seconds.
4 Open the feed (connection 201).
Starting sequence illustrated graphically:

G0931751
Performing a discharge:
1 Close the feed (connection 201).
2 Open connection 373 and perform a
displacement (of the interface) by opening
connection 206.
3 After 8 seconds open connection 372 during
1 sec.
4 After another 12 seconds close connections
206 and 373.
5 Open the feed (connection 201).
Discharge sequence illustrated graphically:
G0931761

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During the separating process the make-up water

supply volume is maintained by opening connection
373 for 2 seconds every 15 minutes.

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5.8.6 Operating water interface

Alfa Laval ref. 565849, rev. 1

Closing the bowl:

1 Initialise by opening connection 372 for 1
second.
2 Close the bowl by opening connection
373 for 40 seconds.
3 Open the feed (connection 201).
Starting sequence illustrated graphically:

G0931771
Performing a discharge:
1 Close the feed (connection 201).
2 Open connection 373.
3 After 12 seconds open connection 372
during 1 second.
4 After another 15 seconds close
connection 373.
5 Open the feed (connection 201).
Discharge sequence illustrated graphically:

G0931781

During the separating process the make-up

water supply volume is maintained by
opening connection 373 for 2 seconds every
15 minutes.

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5.8.7 Performance data,

in- and outlet device
Alfa Laval ref. 565805, rev. 0

Maximum light phase counter pressure as a

function of throughput and viscosity:

G0931721
A. Max. light phase counter pressure, kPa
B. Light phase throughput, m3/h

10 cSt

30 cSt

48 cSt

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Inlet pressure as a function of throughput

and viscosity

G0931731
A. Pressure kPa
B. Throughput m3/h

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Maximum heavy capacity as a function of

gravity disc:

G0931741
A. litres/hour
B. Gravity disc

5.8.8 Interconnection diagram

Alfa Laval ref. 561723, rev. 0

1
2 Reset Coil
3 NO
4 Common
5 NC
6
7 Heater
G0931791

Vibration sensor (mechanical switch)

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5.9 Storage and

installation

5.9.1 Storage and transport of

goods

Storage

Specification
Upon arrival to the store, check all
components and keep them:
1 Well stored and protected from mechanical
damage.
2 Dry an protected from rain and humidity.
3 Organized in the store in such a way that the
goods will be easily accessible when
installation is about to take place.

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A separator can be delivered with different

types of protection:
• Fixed on a pallet.

The separator must be stored in a dry storage

room, protected from rain and humidity. It
must be well protected from mechanical
damage.

G 0 05 7 11 1
Fixed on a pallet

• In a wooden box which is not water tight.

The separator must be stored in a dry storage

room, protected from rain and humidity.

G 0 0 57 21 1
In a wooden box which is not water tight

• In a special water-resistant box for outdoor

storage.

The separator and its parts have been treated

with an anti-corrosion agent. Once the box
has been opened, store dry and protected
from rain and humidity.
The packaging for outdoor storage is only to
special order.
G 0 05 73 1 1

In a special water-resistant box for outdoor storage

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Transport

Specification
• During transport of the separator, the bowl
must always be removed from the machine
and transported separately.
• When lifting a separator it must always be
hung securely. See details in chapter 3.6
Lifting instructions, page 47.

ING
WARN
!

Crush hazard
Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting
instructions.

• During erection, all inlets and outlets to

separators and accessories must be
covered to be protected from dust and dirt.

G 00 57 58 1
H = minimum 750 mm

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5.9.2 Planning of installation

Introduction
The space required for one or more separators
can be calculated by consulting 5.4 Basic size
drawing, page 114, and instructions for
ancillary equipment, electrical and electronic
equipment and cables.

G 00 20 61 1
Check the drawings when planning the installation
Important measurements
Important measurements are the minimum
lifting height for lifting tackle, shortest
distance between driving motor and wall, free
passage for dismantling and assembly,
maintenance and operation.

G 0 02 07 21
Plan your installation with sufficient room for
the controls and operation so that instruments
are easily visible. Valves and controls must be
Suitable space must be obtained for the maintenance
within convenient reach. Pay attention to space work
requirements for maintenance work, work
benches, dismantled machine parts or for a
service trolley.

Space for separator

The separator shall be placed in such a way
that suitable space for maintenance and repair
is obtained.

Specification
See the 5.8.1 Foundation drawing, page 134 for
the service space required with the separator
installed.
Recommendation
The spanner for the bowl hood should have
sufficient space to make a complete turn
without touching any of the ancillary
equipment surrounding the separator.

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Lifting height for transport of bowl

Specification
A minimum height is required to lift the bowl,
bowl parts and the bowl spindle, see the
drawing 5.8.1 Foundation drawing, page 134.

Recommendation
When two or more separators are installed, the
lifting height may have to be increased to
enable parts from one separator to be lifted and
moved over an adjoining assembled separator.

Space for oil changing

Specification
The oil filling device must not be blocked by
floor plate arrangement, etc.

Recommendation
It should be possible to place a portable
collecting tray under the oil filling device drain
hole.

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5.9.3 Foundations

NOTE

When lifting a separator it must always be hung

securely. see separate lifting instructions in this
book.

• See 5.8.1 Foundation drawing, page 134.

• The separator must be installed on a strong
and rigid foundation to reduce the influence
of vibrations from adjacent machinery.
• The foundation should be provided with a
cofferdam.
• Fit the separator frame on the foundation as
follows:
– Check that the bolts do not press against
the edges of the holes, otherwise the
elasticity of the mounting of the separator
frame will be impeded.
– Fit height adjusting washers required.
– Check that the separator frame is
horizontal and that all feet rest on the
foundation.
– Tighten the screws.

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