MEDIA RECLAIMER / SEPARATOR
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Manual No. 23438
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Rev. E
4.1.1
The illustration in Figure 4 shows the
manometer set-up for taking periodic static pressure
readings on pull-through and push-through reclaimers. A
permanent fitting can be installed in the reclaimer door
frame, as shown, for frequent static pressure readings.
4.1.2
Refer to directions packed with the manometer
for filling and operation instructions for the manometer.
4.1.3
Connect one end of the 3/16" ID tubing to the
tubing adaptor on the manometer, by pushing it over the
barbed fitting.
4.1.4
Leaving the needle protector on the needle,
insert the needle into the other end of the tubing. The
ends of the tubing must fit tight on the manometer and
needle; leaks will give inaccurate readings.
Figure
4
4.1.5
Open both manometer valves (elbows) one full
turn.
4.1.6
Magnets on the manometer hold it in position on
the reclaimer body. The manometer must be vertically
plumb so the fluid is level on both sides.
4.1.7
Adjust the slide rule to align the zero with the
fluid level. See Figure 5.
4.1.8
Needle placement: Ref. Figure 4.
4.1.8.1
Pull-through system (reclaimer without exhauster):
Remove the needle protector, and insert the needle into
the flex hose approximately 8" from the top of the
reclaimer.
4.1.8.2
Push-through system (reclaimer with exhauster):
Open the reclaimer fill door, remove the needle protector
and place the needle so the point is inside the door
opening. Carefully close the door on the needle. The
side of the needle will embed into the rubber, creating
an airtight seal. Static pressure readings at the door are
generally .5
″
to 1
″
lower than those taken above the
reclaimer.
Readings on systems with no fill door (usually used with
a classifier), may be taken at the flex hose connection
under the reclaimer. Static pressure is generally .5
″
to 1
″
lower than that taken above the reclaimer.
Systems with airlocks, that prevent readings to be taken
at the discharge to the reclaimer, may be taken at the
reclaimer inlet. When the reclaimer is running to
capacity, these readings are generally 1
″
to 2
″
lower
than those taken at the reclaimer outlet.
4.1.9
Turn the exhauster ON. The negative (static)
pressure will move fluid in the tube.
NOTE: Readings must be taken with the enclosure
doors (cabinet or blast room) open, and with the
exhauster running.
4.1.10
To find the static pressure, observe the fluid
level in each column, above and below zero, (level line)
and add the readings together. See the example in
Figure 5.
4.1.11
After the readings are taken, replace the needle
protector. Close the manometer valves and store the
manometer in the original container in a clean area.
Note: If the manometer installation is permanent, the
manometer may remain on the reclaimer body after the
valves are closed.
8
″
Insert the needle into
flex hose 8
″
above the
top of the reclaimer
Place the needle so the
point is inside the door
opening. Carefully close the
door on the needle.
Install a permanent fitting in the
reclaimer door frame, as shown, for
frequent static pressure readings.
