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Alfa Laval Separation AB
Separator Manuals, dept. SKEL
S-147 80 Tumba, Sweden
Telephone: +46 8 53 06 50 00
Telefax: +46 8 53 06 50 29
Printed in Sweden, 98-04

© Alfa Laval Separation AB 1998

This publication or any part thereof may not be
reproduced or transmitted by any process or
means without prior written permission of
Alfa Laval Separation AB.
Contents
1 Read this first 7

2 Safety Instructions 9

3 Separator Basics 15

3.1 Basic principles of separation 16

3.2 Design and function 25
3.3 Definitions 32

4 Operating Instructions 33

4.1 Operating routine 34

5 Service Instructions 43

5.1 Periodic maintenance 44

5.2 Maintenance Logs 47
5.3 3-year service 53
5.4 Check points at Intermediate Service 54
5.5 Check points at Major Service 66
5.6 Lifting instructions 68
5.7 Cleaning 70
5.8 Oil change 73
5.9 Vibration 75
5.10 General directions 76

6 Dismantling/Assembly 81

6.1 Inlet/outlet, bowl 83

6.2 Bowl spindle and frame 97
6.3 Friction coupling 110
6.4 Flat belt and tightener 116
6.5 Oil filling device 121
6.6 Water tank 122

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 6.7 Frame feet 123

7 Trouble-tracing 125

7.1 Trouble-tracing procedure 126

7.2 Mechanical function 126
7.3 Separating function 132

8 Technical Reference 137

8.1 Technical data 138

8.2 Connection list 141
8.3 Interface description 143
8.4 Water quality 146
8.5 Lubricants 147
8.6 Drawings 155
8.7 Storage and installation 164

Index 175

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Study 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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1 Read this first

This manual is designed for operators and service

engineers working with the Alfa Laval separator
MSPX 303TGP-61.
For information concerning the function of the
separator, see chapter ‘‘3 Separator Basics” on
page 15, and chapter ‘‘8 Technical Reference” on
page 137.
If the separator has been delivered and installed
by Alfa Laval as part of a processing system, this
manual is a part of the system documentation. In

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this case, study carefully all the instructions in the
system documentation.
Separator Manual and Spare Parts Catalogue
In addition to this separator manual a Spare Parts
Catalogue, SPC is supplied.

This separator manual consists of:

Safety Instructions
Pay special attention to the safety instructions for
the separator. Not following the safety
instructions can cause accidents resulting in
damage to equipment and serious injury to
personnel.

Separator Basics
Read this chapter if you are not familiar with this
type of separator. This chapter contains the
technical description and function description.

Operating Instructions
This chapter contains operating instructions for
the separator only.

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 1 Read this first

Service Instructions
This chapter gives instructions for daily checks,
cleaning, oil changes, servicing and check points.

Dismantling / Assembly
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions for
dismantling and assembly of the separator for
service and repair.

Trouble-tracing
Refer to this chapter if the separator functions
abnormally.
If the separator has been installed as part of a
processing system always refer to the trouble-
tracing part of the system documentation first.

Technical Reference
This chapter contains technical data and
drawings concerning the separator.

Index
This chapter contains an alphabetical list of
subjects, with page references.

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2 Safety Instructions

The centrifugal separator includes parts that

rotate at high speed. This means that:
• Kinetic energy is high
• Great forces are generated
• Stopping time is long

Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine.

Rotating parts are carefully balanced to reduce
undesired vibrations that can cause a breakdown.

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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.
• Use only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts
and the special tools supplied.

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DANGER

Disintegration hazards

• Use the separator only for the purpose 3

m /h
and parameter range specified by kPa
Alfa Laval. 3
kg/m o
C
• If excessive vibration occurs, stop
separator and keep bowl filled with
rpm
liquid during rundown.

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Hz

• When power cables are connected,

always check direction of motor rotation.
If incorrect, vital rotating parts could
unscrew.
• Check that the gear ratio is correct for
power frequency used. If incorrect,
subsequent overspeed may result in a
serious break down.

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• Welding or heating of parts that rotate
can seriously affect material strength.
• Wear on bowl and bowl hood threads
must not exceed safety limit. φ-mark on
bowl hood must not pass opposite
φ-mark by more than specified distance.
• Inspect regularly for corrosion and
erosion damage. Inspect frequently if
process liquid is corrosive or erosive.

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DANGER

Entrapment hazards

• Make sure that rotating parts have come

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

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

Electrical hazards

• Follow local regulations for electrical

installation and earthing (grounding).

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WARNING

Crush hazards

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• Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting
instructions.
• Do not work under a hanging load.

Noise hazards

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• Use ear protection in noisy
environments.

CAUTION

Burn hazards

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• Lubrication oil and various machine
surfaces can be hot and cause burns.

Cut hazards S0054311

• Sharp edges on separator bowl discs

and threads can cause cuts.

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Warning signs in the 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.

DANGER

Type of hazard

This type of safety instruction indicates a

situation which, if not avoided, could result in
fatal injury or fatal damage to health.

WARNING

Type of hazard

This type of safety instruction indicates a

situation which, if not avoided, could result in
disabling injury or disabling damage to
health.

CAUTION

Type of hazard

This type of safety instruction indicates a

situation which, if not avoided, could result in
light injury or light damage to health.

NOTE
This type of instruction indicates a situation
which, if not avoided, could result in damage
to the equipment.

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3 Separator Basics

Contents

3.1 Basic principles of separation 16

3.1.1 Factors influencing the separation
result 17
3.1.2 Purification 20
3.1.3 Concentration 22
3.1.4 Position of interface 23
3.1.5 Selection of gravity disc 24

3.2 Design and function 25

3.2.1 Application 25
3.2.2 Design 26
3.2.3 Outline of function 26
3.2.4 Separating function 27
3.2.5 Sludge discharge function 29
3.2.6 Power transmission 30
3.2.7 Sensors and indicators 31

3.3 Definitions 32

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3.1 Basic principles of

separation
The purpose of separation can be:
• to free a liquid of solid particles,
• to separate two mutually insoluble liquids with
different densities while removing any solids
presents at the same time,
• to separate and concentrate solid particles
from a liquid.

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Separation by gravity Sedimentation by gravity

A liquid mixture in a stationary bowl will clear

slowly as the heavy particles in the liquid mixture
sink to the bottom under the influence of gravity.
A lighter liquid rises while a heavier liquid and
solids sink.
Continuous separation and sedimentation can be
achieved in a settling tank having outlets
arranged according to the difference in density of
the liquids.

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Heavier particles in the liquid mixture will settle
and form a sediment layer on the tank bottom.
Sedimentation in a settling tank, with outlets making it
possible to separate the lighter liquid parts from the
heavier

Centrifugal separation
In a rapidly rotating bowl, the force of gravity is
replaced by centrifugal force, which can be
thousands of times greater.
Separation and sedimentation is continuous and
takes place quickly.
The centrifugal force in the separator bowl can
achieve in a few seconds what takes many hours
in a tank under influence of gravity.
The separation efficiency is influenced by
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changes in the viscosity (separating temperature)

and in the throughput.
The centrifugal solution

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3.1.1 Factors influencing the

separation result

Separating temperatures
For some types of process liquids (e.g. mineral
oils) a high separating temperature will normally
increase the separation capacity. The
temperature influences oil viscosity and density
and should be kept constant throughout the
separation.

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High viscosity (with low temperature)

Viscosity
Low viscosity facilitates separation. Viscosity can
be reduced by heating.

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Low viscosity (with high temperature)

Density difference
The greater the density difference between the
two liquids, the easier the separation. The density
difference can be increased by heating.
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High density (with low temperature)

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Low density (with high temperature)

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Phase proportions
An increased quantity of water in a oil will
influence the separating result through the
optimum transporting capacity of the disc stack.
An increased water content in the oil can be
compensated for by reducing the throughput in
order to restore the optimum separating
efficiency.
m³/h
Size and shape of particles A
The round and smooth particle (A) is more easily
separated out than the irregular one (B).
B
Rough treatment, for instance in pumps, may
cause a splitting of the particles resulting in
slower separation. Larger particles (1) are more
easily separated than smaller ones (2) even if
they have the same density.

The throughput
The throughput sets the time allowed for the µm
separation of water and sediment from the oil. A
better separation result can often be achieved by

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reducing the throughput, i.e. by increasing the 2 1
settling time.
Influence of size and shape

Sludge space - sludge content

The sediment accumulates along the bowl wall. If
the sludge is allowed to fill up the space outside
the discs the flow in the bowl is influenced, and
the separating efficiency is reduced. In such
cases the time between discharge of sediment
should be reduced to prevent this effect.
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Disc stack Sludge accumulation

A neglected disc stack containing deformed discs

or discs coated with deposits will impair the
separating result.

Gravity disc
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The position of the interface is adjusted by

altering the outlet diameter of the heavy liquid
phase, that is by exchanging the gravity disc. Gravity disc diameter sets the oil/water interface

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3.1.2 Purification

D2
D1

D3

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Centrifugal force Bowl parts

Process liquid D1 D1 Diameter of inner outlet

Heavy liquid phase D2 D2 Hole diameter of gravity disc

Light liquid phase D3 D3 Diameter of interface

Sediment (solids)

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This bowl has two liquid outlets. The process

liquid flows into the bowl through the centre and
into the space under the distributor.
The liquid flows up through slots in the distributor
and distribution holes in the bowl discs and is
divided among the interspaces between the
discs, where the liquid phases are separated from
each other by action of the centrifugal force.
The heavy phase and any sediment move along
the underside of the bowl discs towards the
periphery of the bowl, where the sediment
accumulates. The heavy phase proceeds along
the upper side of the top disc towards the neck of
the bowl hood and leaves the bowl via the gravity
disc - the outer way (dark coloured in illustration).
The light phase moves along the upper side of the
bowl discs towards the bowl centre and leaves
the bowl via the via the oil paring disc - the inner
way (light coloured in illustration).

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3.1.3 Concentration

D2
D1

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D3

Centrifugal force Bowl parts

Process liquid D1 D1 Diameter of inner outlet

Heavy liquid phase D2 D2 Hole diameter of gravity disc

Light liquid phase D3 D3 Diameter of interface

Sediment (solids)

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This bowl has two liquid outlets. The process

liquid flows into the bowl through the centre and
into the space under the distributor.
The liquid flows up through slots in the distributor
and distribution holes in the bowl discs and is
divided among the interspaces between the
discs, where the liquid phases are separated from
each other by action of the centrifugal force. As
the process starts an interface area forms
between the heavy phase and the light phase.
The heavy phase and any sediment move along
the underside of the bowl discs towards the
periphery of the bowl, where the sediment settles
on the bowl wall. The heavy phase proceeds
outside the top disc towards the neck of the bowl
hood and leaves the bowl via the gravity disc - the
outer way (dark coloured in illustration).
The light phase moves along the upper sides of
the bowl discs towards the bowl centre and
leaves the bowl via the oil paring disc- the inner
way (light coloured in illustration).

3.1.4 Position of interface

The bowl is adjusted for separation of liquid
mixtures having various densities by altering the
diameter (D 2) of the outlet for the heavy phase.
This in turn influences the diameter of the
interface (D3).
For this purpose two gravity discs with various
hole diameters is delivered with the separator.
Where to locate the interface between light phase
and heavy phase depends on which phase
should be cleaned the most, and on the
proportions between the two phases as well, see
below ‘‘3.1.5 Selection of gravity disc” on page
24.

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3.1.5 Selection of gravity disc

The gravity disc is located inside the bowl hood. A
gravity disc with a larger hole will move the
interface towards the bowl periphery, whereas a
disc with a smaller hole will place it closer to the
bowl centre.
In a concentrator bowl the interface should be
located near the middle of the discs, not too close
to the distribution holes.
Where to locate the interface depends on which
phase should be delivered pure, and on the
proportions between the amounts of the two
phases as well. Guidelines are also that the
heavier or more viscous the light phase and the
larger the liquid feed the smaller the diameter
should be.
• If the light phase is wanted more free from the
heavy one, the interface should be located
nearer the bowl periphery. However, if the
gravity disc is too big the interface may form
outside the edge of the top disc, and the
liquid seal is broken.
• When the heavy phase is wanted more free
from the light one, the interface should be
located nearer the bowl centre. However, if
the gravity disc is too small the interface will
form within the range of the distribution holes
of the discs, and untreated liquid may be
discharged through the light phase outlet.
When optimizing the separation process, keep
the following directions in mind:
• If light phase is present in the heavy phase
outlet before the desired throughput has been
obtained, the gravity disc selected is too
large. Fit the gravity disc with the smaller
hole.
• If the heavy phase is present in the light
phase outlet before the desired throughput
has been obtained, the gravity disc selected
is too small. Fit the gravity disc with the larger
hole.

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3.2 Design and function

3.2.1 Application
The MSPX 303TGP-61 is a high-speed
centrifugal separator intended for marine and
land applications. It is specifically designed for
cleaning sludge from oil treatment systems in
diesel engine installations.
The sludge consists of a mixture of water, oil and
solids and is separated into its main parts; the oil
and water are discharged continuously, while the
solid particles are discharged at intervals.
The separator can be operated either as a purifier
or as a concentrator depending on the amounts of
oil/water/solid particles in the sludge.
The separator has to be installed together with
devices for control of its operation.

DANGER

Disintegration hazards

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Use the separator only for the purpose and
parameters (type of liquid, rotational speed, The MSPX 303TGP-61 separator
temperature, density etc.) specified in
chapter ‘‘8 Technical Reference” on page
137 and in the Purchase Order documents.
Consult your Alfa Laval representative before
any changes outside these parameters are
made.

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3.2.2 Design
The MSPX 303TGP-61 separator comprises a
frame consisting of a frame with a lower part, an
intermediate part and a top part with frame hood.
The separator bowl (2) is driven by an electric
motor (4) via a flat-belt power transmission (6)
and a bowl spindle (3). 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 features an impeller which pumps closing
water from a built-in tank to the operating system
for sludge discharge.

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The main inlets and outlets are shown with their
connection numbers in the illustration. The
connections are listed in chapter ‘‘8 Technical
Sectional view
Reference” on page 137, where also the basic Main parts, inlets and outlets
size drawing can be found.
1. Inlet and outlet device
2. Bowl
3. Bowl spindle
3.2.3 Outline of function 4. Electric motor
The separation process takes place in the rotating 5. Frame lower part
6. Flat belt
bowl. Unseparated sludge is fed into the bowl
7. Closing water tank
through the feed inlet (201). The separated oil
leaves the separator through the outlet (220) via a 201. Feed inlet
paring disc. The separated water leaves through 206. Sealing water
outlet 221 via a paring disc. 220. Oil outlet
221. Water outlet
The solid particles which are heavier than the
222. Concentrated sludge outlet
water are collected as concentrated sludge in the 372. Opening water inlet
sludge space at the bowl periphery and removed 373. Bowl closing water inlet
automatically at regular intervals. 377. Operating liquid outlet
462. Drain of frame top part (lower)
Permissible pressures and operating conditions
463. Drain of frame top part (upper)
are specified in chapter ‘‘8 Technical Reference”
on page 137.
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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3.2.4 Separating function

Liquid flow
Separation takes place in the separator bowl to
which sludge is fed through the inlet pipe (1). The 201,206 1
sludge is led by the distributor (5) towards the
periphery of the bowl. 220 2
When the sludge reaches the slots of the 221 3
distributor, it will rise through the channels formed
10 4
by the disc stack (6) where it is evenly distributed.
9 5
In the disc stack oil and water are continuously
separated from the sludge. The oil flows towards 6
the center of the bowl and when it leaves the disc
stack rises upwards to the oil paring disc (4). 7
From there it is pumped by the paring disc and
leaves the separator through the oil outlet (220).
Separated sludge and water will move towards 8
the bowl periphery. Separated water rises along
the outside of the disc stack, passes through the
top disc channels over the gravity disc (10) and
enters the water paring chamber. From here it is
372
pumped by the water paring disc (3) and leaves

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the separator through the water outlet (221).
373
Concentrated sludge are collected in the sludge
space (8) outside the disc stack and are 1. Inlet pipe
discharged at intervals through the sludge ports 2. Water paring chamber
3. Water paring disc
(7).
4. Oil paring disc
5. Distributor
6. Disc stack
7. Sludge ports
8. Sludge space
9. Top disc
[Link] disc

201. Feed inlet

206. Sealing water inlet
220. Oil outlet
221. Water outlet
372. Opening water inlet
373. Bowl closing water

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Water seal
201,206
To prevent oil from passing the outer edge of the
top disc (9) 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 220
the water inlet (206), before unseparated sludge
is supplied. The water will then be forced towards
the bowl periphery and an interface (X) will form 221
between the water and the sludge. The position of
the interface is determined by the density and 10
viscosity of the unseparated sludge.

9
Covering disc
When cleaning sludge with high content of water 11
and /or solid particles the sludge space may be
filled up very quickly with solid particles which
prevents water to leave the bowl.
If shortening the time between sludge discharges
(see ‘‘3.2.5 Sludge discharge function” on page

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29) does not help the covering disc can be
removed instead.
Removing the covering disc enlarges the sludge Principle of liquid seal
space and make it easier for the water to leave
9. Top disc
the bowl.
10. Gravity disc
11. Covering disc
X. Normal interface position

201. Feed inlet

206. Sealing water
220. Oil outlet
221. Water outlet

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3.2.5 Sludge discharge function

Sludge is discharged through a number of ports
(7) in the bowl wall. Between discharges these
ports are covered by the sliding bowl bottom (12),
which forms an internal bottom in the separating
space of the bowl. The sliding bowl bottom is
pressed upwards against a sealing ring (11) by
force of the closing water underneath.
The sliding bowl bottom is operated hydraulically

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by means of operating water supplied to the
discharge mechanism from an external
freshwater line. Opening water is supplied directly Sludge discharge mechanism
to the operating system in the bowl while closing 7. Sludge ports
water is supplied to the built-in closing water tank, 11. Sealing ring
and pumped to the operating system through the 12. Sliding bowl bottom
bowl spindle. 13. Upper distributing ring
14. Operating slide
The opening and closing only takes a fraction of a 15. Lower distributing ring
second, therefore the discharge volume is limited
to a certain percentage of the bowl volume.
This action is achieved by the closing water filling
space above the upper distributing ring (13) and
pushing the sliding bowl bottom upwards.
Simultaneously, the water in the chamber below
the operating slide is drained off through the
nozzles in the bowl body.

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 (16) 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
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After the sludge is discharged the sliding bowl

bottom is immediately pressed up and the sludge Supply of opening water and closing water
ports in the bowl wall are closed. 16. Nozzles
372. Opening water
373. Closing and make-up water through bowl spindle

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3.2.6 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 (19) to the discharge mechanism in the
bowl. For this purpose a pump sleeve (21) is fitted
in the lower end.

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The two spindle bearings are lubricated with oil
mist. An oil pump (20) creates the oil mist, which
is sucked through the upper ball bearing by a fan Bowl spindle assembly
(17). Oil is supplied via an oil filling device, which 17. Fan
also serves as a level indicator. 18. Buffers
19. Bowl spindle
Two identical ring-shaped rubber buffers (18) 20. Oil pump
support the top bearing housing. The buffers are 21. Pump sleeve
held in place by a buffer holder and form channels
through which the recirculated 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.

Correct tension is set by means of a spring- Belt drive
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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3.2.7 Sensors and indicators

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

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3.3 Definitions
Back pressure Pressure in the separator outlet.
Concentration 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 heavier
liquid phase (water), which is the major part of the mixture, shall be purified as
far as possible. The lighter phase must be concentrated.

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 Service Overhaul of separator bowl and inlet/outlet. Renewal of seals in bowl and inlet/
(IS) 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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Contents

4.1 Operating routine 34

4.1.1 Before first start 34
4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc 34
4.1.3 Start after a service 35
4.1.4 Before normal start 35
4.1.5 Starting and running-up procedure 37
4.1.6 Separation 39
4.1.7 Stopping procedure 40
4.1.8 Safety stop 41

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4.1 Operating routine

These operating instructions describe routine
procedures to follow before and during the start,
running and stopping sequences of the separator.
If system documentation is available always
follow the operating instructions of this. If there is
no system documentation the instructions below
are to be followed.

4.1.1 Before first start

Technical demands for connections and logical
limitations for the separator are listed in chapter
‘‘8 Technical Reference” on page 137:
• Technical data
• Connection list
• Interface description
• Basic size drawing
• Foundation drawing.
Before first start the following shall be checked:
1. Ensure the machine is installed correctly and
that feed lines and drains have been flushed
clean.
2. Fill oil in the oil sump. Fill up to the middle of
the sight glass. For grade and quality of oil
see ‘‘8.5.4 Recommended lubricating oils” on
page 152.

4.1.2 Selection of gravity disc

The separator is delivered with two gravity discs
with different diameters. The hole diameter of the
gravity disc sets the position of the oil/water
interface in the separator, see ‘‘3.1.4 Position of
interface” on page 23. The separation efficiency
can be optimized by selection of the correct
diameter for each oil quality.
The best separated water quality is obtained by
using the gravity disc with the small hole
diameter. The best separated oil quality is
obtained by using the gravity disc with the large
hoile diameter

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4.1.3 Start after a service

Pay special attention to unusual conditions when
starting the separator after a service. Different
fault symptoms are listed in chapter ‘‘7 Trouble-
tracing” on page 125.

4.1.4 Before normal start

Check these points before every start.
1. Decide if the covering disc should be fitted or
not. It depends on the amounts of oil/water/
solid particles in the sludge.
2. Make sure that the bowl is clean and that the
separator is properly assembled.
3. Make sure that the bolts of the outlet cover
and the frame hood are fully tightened.

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Check assembly and tightenings

4. Make sure that all couplings and connections

are securely tightened to prevent leakage.
5. Make sure that the inlet pipe is tightened.

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Check for leakages (not admitted)

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6. Read the oil level. The line in the middle of

the sight glass shows the minimum level.
Refill if necessary.
For grade and quality of oil see ‘‘8.5.4
Recommended lubricating oils” on page 152.

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Check the oil level

7. Make sure the direction of rotation of the

motor and bowl corresponds to the sign on
the frame.
Remove the safety device, see illustration.
Look through the slot in the frame hood and
make a quick start and stop. Correct
rotational direction is clockwise.

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DANGER

Disintegration hazards

If the direction of rotation is wrong, vital parts

could unscrew.

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DANGER

Disintegration hazards

After change of feed the sludge discharge

interval must be adjusted.
Too long intervals between discharges can
result in breakdown.

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4.1.5 Starting and running-up

5
procedure 4 6
3 7
1. Open the water supply valve(s). Make sure 2 8

that the water supply is on 150-600 kPa 1 9

(1,5-6 bar). 0 10

2. Start the separator.

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3. Be alert for unusual noises and conditions.
4. Note the normal occurrence of critical speed Water supply
periods. Some vibrations occur for short
periods during the starting cycle, when the
separator passes through its critical speeds.
This is normal and passes over without
danger. Try to learn the vibration
characteristics of the critical speed pattern.

DANGER

Disintegration hazards

When excessive vibration occurs, keep bowl

filled and stop separator.
The cause of the vibration must be identified
and rectified before the separator is
restarted.
Excessive vibration may be due to incorrect
assembly or insufficient cleaning of the bowl.

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5. Check the current to the separator motor to

ensure that the separator has reached full
speed:
During start, the current reaches a peak and
then slowly drops to a low and stable value.

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For normal length of the start-up period see
‘‘8.1 Technical data” on page 138.
Current increases during start...

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... to decrease to a stable value when full speed has
been reached

6. Supply water to form the water-seal. The

water should have the same temperature as
the process liquid and be supplied quickly.

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7. Initiate a couple of discharges to see that the

separator is working properly.
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8. Feed the unseparated liquid to the separator.

Start the feed slowly to avoid breaking the
water seal. Then fill the bowl as quickly as
possible.
9. Check the separator inlet and outlet
pressures. See recommended values in your
system documentation.
10. Adjust to desired throughput.

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4.1.6 Separation
Initiate a discharge every 5 minutes.
Do regular checks on:
• oil inlet temperature (if applicable)
• water collecting tank level (if applicable)
• sound/vibration of the separator
• back pressure
• motor current.

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4.1.7 Stopping procedure

1. Turn off the feed to the separator.
2. Initiate a discharge.
3. Feed water to the separator.
4. Stop the separator.
5. Wait until the separator has come to a
complete standstill (13-17 minutes).
Remove the safety device and look through
the slot in the frame hood to see the
movement of the bowl.

DANGER

Entrapment hazards

Make sure that rotating parts have come to a

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complete standstill before starting any
dismantling work.
The separator must not be dismantled before
standstill

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4.1.8 Safety stop

If the separator begins to vibrate excessively

during operation, stop it immediately by pushing
the safety stop. The separator motor is switched
off.
• Keep the bowl filled during the run-down to
minimize the excessive vibration.

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Evacuate the room. The separator may be
hazardous when passing its critical speeds
during the run-down. Hazard!

DANGER

Disintegration hazards

Never discharge a vibrating separator.

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Push the safety stop!
CAUTION

Disintegration hazards

After a safety stop the cause of the fault must

be identified.
If all parts have been checked and the cause
remains unclear, contact Alfa Laval for
advice.

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Contents

5.1 Periodic maintenance 44 5.6 Lifting instructions 68

5.1.1 Introduction 44
5.1.2 Maintenance intervals 44 5.7 Cleaning 70
5.1.3 Maintenance procedure 46 5.7.1 Cleaning agents 71
5.1.4 Service kits 46 5.7.2 Cleaning of bowl discs 72

5.2 Maintenance Logs 47 5.8 Oil change 73

5.2.1 Daily checks 47 5.8.1 Oil change procedure 73
5.2.2 Oil change - monthly 48
5.2.3 IS - Intermediate Service 49 5.9 Vibration 75
5.2.4 MS - Major Service 51 5.9.1 Vibration analysis 75

5.3 3-year service 53 5.10 General directions 76

5.10.1 Ball and roller bearings 76
5.4 Check points at Intermediate 5.10.2 Before shut-downs 79
Service 54
5.4.1 Corrosion 54
5.4.2 Erosion 56
5.4.3 Cracks 57
5.4.4 Discharge mechanism 58
5.4.5 Bowl hood and sliding bowl bottom 59
5.4.6 Spindle top cone and bowl body
nave 61
5.4.7 Threads of inlet pipe, paring disc 62
5.4.8 Threads on bowl hood and bowl
body 63
5.4.9 Disc stack pressure 65

5.5 Check points at Major Service 66

5.5.1 Paring disc height adjustment 66
5.5.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle 67

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5.1 Periodic maintenance

5.1.1 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.

DANGER

Disintegration hazards

Separator parts that are worn beyond their

safe limits or incorrectly assembled may
cause severe damage or fatal injury.

5.1.2 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.
3S - 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. Interval:
Every 3 years independent of number of
operating hours.

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 3rd year

Other
Check and prelubricate spindle bearings of
separators which have been out of service for 6
months or longer. See also ‘‘5.10.2 Before shut-
downs” on page 79.

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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5.1.3 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 ‘‘6
Dismantling/Assembly” on page 81.
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 ‘‘6 Dismantling/Assembly” on page
81. The assembly instructions have
references to check points which should be
carried out during the assembly.

5.1.4 Service kits

Special service kits are available for Intermediate
Service (IS), Major Service (MS) and 3-year
service (3S).
For other services the spare parts have to be
IS
ordered separately. MS
Note that the parts for IS are not included in the 3S
MS kit.
The contents of the service kits are described in
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the Spare Parts Catalogue.

Spare parts kits are available for Intermediate

NOTE Service, Major Service and 3-year Service

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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5.2 Maintenance Logs

5.2.1 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 35

Separator bowl

Check for vibration and noise 37

Belt transmission

Check for vibration and noise 37

Oil sump

Check Oil level 36

Electrical motor

Check for heat, vibration and noise

See manufacturer’s instructions

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5.2.2 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 ‘‘8.5 Lubricants” on page 147 for
further information on oil brands etc.

Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Bowl spindle and transmission

Check Belt tension 116

Change Oil in oil sump 73

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5.2.3 IS - Intermediate Service

Name of plant: Local identification:
Separator: MSPX 303TGP-61 Manufacture No./Year:
Total running hours: Product No.: 881099-02-06
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 62
Paring disc 62
Housings and frame hood -
Separator bowl
Clean and inspect Bowl hood 63
Top disc 72
Bowl discs 72
Distributor -
Nozzles in bowl body 58
Sliding bowl bottom 59
Discharge mechanism 58
Threads on bowl hood and
bowl body 63
Bowl spindle cone and bowl
body nave 61
Check Disc stack pressure 65
Galling of guide surface 63
Corrosion, erosion, cracks 54 - 56
Power transmission
Check Belt and belt tension 116
Change Oil in oil sump 73

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Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Electrical motor
Lubrication (if nipples are fitted) See sign on motor -
Signs and labels on separator
Check attachment and legibility Safety label on hood 162
Other plates and labels 162

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5.2.4 MS - Major Service

Name of plant: Local identification:

Separator: MSPX 303TGP-61 Manufacture No./Year:
Total running hours: Product No.: 881099-02-06
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 62
Paring disc 62
Housings and frame hood -
Separator bowl
Clean and inspect Bowl hood 63
Top disc 72
Bowl discs 72
Distributor –
Nozzles in bowl body 58
Sliding bowl bottom 59
Discharge mechanism 58
Threads on bowl hood and
bowl body 63
Bowl spindle cone and bowl
body nave 61
Check Height of paring disc 66
Disc stack pressure 65
Galling of guide surface 63
Corrosion, erosion, cracks 54 - 56

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Main component and activity Part Page Notes

Vertical driving device
Clean and inspect Oil mist fan 108
Oil pump 108
Water tank 122
Pump sleeve
Bowl spindle 97
Ball bearing housing
indentations 97
Check Radial wobble of bowl spindle 67
Oil sump
Clean Oil sump 73
Change Oil 73
Clean and inspect Oil filling device 121
Friction coupling
Clean and inspect Friction coupling 110
Electrical motor
Replace Bearings1)
Signs and labels on separator
Check attachment and legibility Safety label on hood 162
Other signs and labels 162
1)
See manufacturer’s instructions.

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5.3 3-year service

Additional to a major service do the following:

Exchange of frame feet

See ‘‘6.7.1 Mounting of new frame feet” on page
123.

Friction coupling
Exchange of ball bearings, see ‘‘6.3 Friction
coupling” on page 110.

Frame intermediate part

Replace O-ring and gasket, see ‘‘6.2.2 Bowl
spindle and frame - assembly” on page 103.

Frame hood
Replace seal ring.

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5.4 Check points at

Intermediate Service

5.4.1 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.

DANGER

Disintegration hazard

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Inspect regularly for corrosion damage.
Inspect frequently if the process liquid is Main bowl parts to check for corrosion
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
as pitting, grooves or cracks. The risk of chloride

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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
carefully.
• Polish dark-coloured spots and other
corrosion marks with a fine grain emery cloth.

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This may prevent further damage.

Polish corrosion marks to prevent further damage

DANGER

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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5.4.2 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.

DANGER

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,
plaster impressions or hammered-in lead.

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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.
• The seal ring in the bowl hood.

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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5.4.3 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.

DANGER

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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5.4.4 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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5.4.5 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.
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

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80 - 90 °C for about 24 hours.

Exchange of seal ring in bowl hood

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Check the sealing edge (a) of the sliding bowl

bottom.
If damaged by 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.

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a. Sealing edge on sliding bowl bottom

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Removal of seal ring on sliding bowl bottom

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5.4.6 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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5.4.7 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

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5.4.8 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

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not, contact an Alfa Laval representative.

Wear
If thread wear is observed, mark the bowl body at
the new position by punching a new alignment
D
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
should be contacted immediately.
A
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
determination and punching of new alignment
marks.

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(MAX 25 )
DANGER

Disintegration hazards

Wear on threads must not exceed safety

limit. φ mark on bowl hood must not pass
φ mark on bowl body by more than 25°.

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Damage
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.

CAUTION

Cut hazard

The threads have sharp edges which can

cause cuts.

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If damage is found, rectify by using a whetstone
or fine emery cloth. Recommended grain size:
240. Contact surfaces to inspect on the bowl

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.

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5.4.9 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 1
affect the bowl balance, which in turn will
cause abnormal vibration of the separator 2
and shorten the life of ball bearings.

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1. Place the bowl hood on the top of the disc
stack and tighten it by hand.
1. Bowl discs, large size:
The assembly mark on the bowl hood should At least 26 in number
now be positioned at the angle a (see
2. Bowl discs, small size:
illustration), 30° - 60° ahead of the
12 in number
corresponding mark on the bowl body.
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.
a
3. If one or more discs have been added re-
check the disc stack pressure by repeating
the procedure above.

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NOTE
The top disc can stick inside the bowl hood a. Angle 30° - 60° between assembly marks before
and fall when the hood is lifted. final tightening

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5.5 Check points at

Major Service

5.5.1 Paring disc height

adjustment
The height between the top disc and 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

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Incorrect height position can cause the
paring disc to scrape against the paring
chamber cover. Pay attention to scraping
noise at start-up after service.

1. Remove safety device and inlet and outlet

housings from the frame hood if not already
done. Remove the connecting housing.
2. Lift off frame hood.
3. Remove paring chamber cover, discharge
pipe and gravity disc from the bowl.
4. Lift on frame hood.
5. Measure the distance according to the

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illustration above. Adjust the distance by
adding or removing height adjusting rings.
6. Reassemble the connecting housing and lift
off the frame hood.
7. Fit gravity disc, discharge pipe and paring
chamber cover.
8. Lift on the frame hood and mount inlet/outlet
housing and safety device.
9. With inlet and outlet parts mounted:
10. 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.
11. Finally, fit the safety device.

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5.5.2 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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5.6 Lifting instructions

1. Remove the inlet/outlet housings, the frame
hood and the bowl according to the
instructions in chapter ‘‘6.1.2 Inlet/outlet and
bowl - dismantling” on page 86.

NOTE
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 (A) of bowl hood
threading must remain above the bowl body
edge. See illustration.

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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 eyebolts 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.
7. When lifting and moving the separator, obey
normal safety precautions for lifting large
heavy objects.
Do not lift the separator unless the bowl has
been removed.
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A. Minimum 750 mm distance between lifting eye

and hook. Use a lifting hook with catch.

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8. Remove the lifting eyes afterwards.

WARNING

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.

NOTE
Separator without bowl: Use lifting slings for
WLL 300 kg.
Bowl: Use lifting slings for WLL 100 kg.

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5.7 Cleaning
External 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
surfaces into the windings, and this water

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cannot escape.
• Water directed on a hot motor may cause
Use a brush and a sponge or cloth when cleaning
condensation resulting in short-circuiting and
internal corrosion.
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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Never wash down a separator with a direct water

stream or spray

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5.7.1 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

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the separator parts.
• For cleaning of lube oil separators the most Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for lube oil and fuel oil
important function of the cleaning agent is to separators is available in 25-litre plastic containers.
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
organic substances such as asphaltenes.
The most important property of a cleaning
liquid for the removal of fuel oil sludge is the
ability to dissolve these asphaltenes.
Alfa Laval cleaning liquid for fuel oil
separators has been developed for this
purpose. The liquid is water soluble, non-
flammable and does not cause corrosion of
brass and steel. It is also gentle to rubber and
nylon gaskets in the separator bowl.
Before use, dilute the liquid with water to a
concentration of 3-5%. Recommended
cleaning temperature is 50-70 °C.

CAUTION

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.

5.7.2 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 Put the discs one by one into the cleaning agent
will normally take between two and four
hours.
3. Finally clean the discs with a soft brush.

WARNING

Cut hazards
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The discs have sharp edges that can cause

Clean the discs with a soft brush
cuts.

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5.8 Oil change

5.8.1 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 ‘‘8.5
Lubricants” on page 147 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. Remove the cover and the water tank.
Note that the tank must be lowered past
spindle end (A) before it can be withdrawn
(B).

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2. Place a collecting vessel under the drain
hole.
3. Pull out (A) the oil filling device and turn it half
a turn (B).
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4. Collect the oil in the vessel

.

CAUTION

Burn hazards

The lubricating oil and various machine

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surfaces can be sufficiently hot to cause
burns.

5. 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 thorougly cleaned before the

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new oil is filled.

6. 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 ‘‘8.1 Technical data” on page
138.
7. Push in the oil filling device.

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8. Fit the water tank and the cover.

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5.9 Vibration

5.9.1 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.

Measuring points for vibration analysis

DANGER

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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5.10 General directions

5.10.1 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-
speed separators.

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Only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts should be
used. 1. Outer race
2. Ball/roller
A bearing that in appearance looks equivalent to 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
seating.
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NOTE
For bearings where no driving-off sleeve is included in
Do not hit with a hammer directly on the the tool kit, use a puller when removing bearings
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
the bearings.
• 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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Clean and smear the bearing seating before assembly

• When assembling ball bearings, the bearings

must be heated in oil to maximum 125 °C.

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The bearing must not be in direct contact with the

container

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NOTE
Heat the bearing in a clean container with a
cover.
Use only clean oil with a flash point above
250 °C.
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.

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

heated

Angular contact ball bearings

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Always fit single-row angular contact ball

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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5.10.2 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 ‘‘6 Dismantling/Assembly” on page
81.
• 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

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The bowl must not be left on the spindle
during standstill for more than one week. Remove the bowl if the separator is left at standstill for
more than one week
Vibration in foundations can be transmitted
to the bowl and produce one-sided loading of
the bearings. The resultant indentations in
the ball bearing races can cause premature
bearing failure.

If the separator has been shut-down for more

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

6.1 Inlet/outlet, bowl 83

6.1.1 Exploded views 83
6.1.2 Inlet/outlet and bowl − dismantling 86
6.1.3 Inlet/outlet and bowl − assembly 91

6.2 Bowl spindle and frame 97

6.2.1 Bowl spindle and frame
− dismantling 97
6.2.2 Bowl spindle and frame − assembly 103

6.3 Friction coupling 110

6.3.1 Friction coupling − dismantling 111
6.3.2 Friction coupling − assembly 113

6.4 Flat belt and tightener 116

6.4.1 Belt replacement and tightening 116

6.5 Oil filling device 121

6.5.1 Dismantling/assembly 121

6.6 Water tank 122

6.7 Frame feet 123

6.7.1 Mounting of new frame feet 123

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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
‘‘5.4.9 Disc stack pressure” on page 65.
In this example, look up check point Disc stack
pressure in chapter 5 for further instructions.

Tools
Special tools from the tool kit must be used for
dismantling and assembly. The special tools are
specified in the Spare Parts Catalogue.

Other
Do not use the exploded views when dismantling
and assembling the separator. The parts are not
always shown in proper order for this purpose.
Follow the dismantling/assembly instructions.

DANGER

Entrapment hazard

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

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6.1 Inlet/outlet, bowl

6.1.1 Exploded views

Inlet, outlet and frame hood

1. Safety device
2. Nut
3. Inlet housing
4. Outlet housing
5. Connecting housing*
6. Height adjusting ring
7. Frame hood

*The connecting housing is removed from the frame

hood top at paring disc adjustment (Major Service).

Left-hand thread

MS Major service kit

3S 3-year service kit

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Paring chamber, bowl hood and bowl discs

1
1. Paring chamber cover 2
2. Discharge pipe with paring disc
3. Gravity disc
4. Cover 3
5. Inlet pipe
6. Bowl hood 4
7. Top disc
8. Cover disc
9. Bowl discs
10. Wing insert
11. Bowl discs 5
12. Distributor
13. Sliding bowl bottom

Left-hand thread

IS Intermediate service kit

MS Major service kit 6

10

11

12

13
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Bowl body and discharge mechanism

1. Cap nut
2. Upper distributing ring
3. Valve plug
4. Operating slide
5. Lower distributing ring
6. Nozzle
7. Bowl body

Left-hand thread

IS Intermediate service kit

MS Major service kit

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6.1.2 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.

DANGER

Entrapment hazards

Make sure that rotating parts have come to a

complete standstill before starting any
dismantling work.

The bowl parts can remain very hot for a

considerable time after the bowl has come to
a standstill.

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2. Unscrew the nut clockwise and lift off the inlet
and outlet housings together with the
connecting hoses. When removing the
connecting hoses, do not drop the washer.
Left-hand thread!
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3. Remove the bolts and lift off the frame hood.

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4. Unscrew the paring chamber cover clockwise
by using the special tool; spanner for paring
chamber cover.
Left-hand thread!
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5. Lift off the paring chamber cover, the
discharge pipe and the gravity disc.

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6. Carefully lift out the inlet pipe and the cover

together.

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7. Preparations for unscrewing of the bowl
hood:
− Fit the spanner to the bowl hood and
secure it with the bolt (a).
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− Fit the compression tool and screw down

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the central screw (b) until it stops.
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− Compress the disc stack by tightening

the nut (c) firmly.

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

8. Unscrew the bowl hood clockwise by using a

tin hammer.
Left-hand thread!
9. Lift off the bowl hood with the spanner still
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attached.

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10. Lift out the top disc, wing insert, bowl discs
and 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.
11. Lift out sliding bowl bottom by using the
special tool.
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Ease the sliding bowl bottom off with the
central screw of the tool. If necessary, knock
on the handle.

Dismantling of bowl body and discharge

mechanism
1. Unscrew the cap nut clockwise.

Left-hand thread

2. Remove the upper distributing ring using the

special tool.
Detach the distributing ring either:
- by jerking, or
- by tightening the nuts equally.
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3. Lift out the operating slide by using the

special tool: lifting bolts for operating slide.

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4. Lift out the lower distributing ring.

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5. Lift out the bowl body using the special tool.
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6. Ease the bowl body off with the central screw
of the tool. If necessary, knock on the handle.
7. Soak and clean all parts thoroughly in
suitable cleaning agent, see ‘‘5.7.1 Cleaning
agents” on page 71.
8. Clean the nozzles in the bowl body using soft
iron wire of maximum 1,2 mm diameter, see
‘‘5.4.4 Discharge mechanism” on page 58.

NOTE
Dirt and lime deposits in the sludge
discharge mechanism can cause discharge
malfunction or failing discharge.

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9. Remove O-rings and replace them with

spares from the intermediate service kit (IS).

6.1.3 Inlet/outlet and bowl −

assembly
Make sure that the following check points are
carried out before assembling the separator bowl.
• Corrosion, see ‘‘5.4.1 Corrosion” on page 54.
• Erosion, see ‘‘5.4.2 Erosion” on page 56.
• Cracks, see ‘‘5.4.3 Cracks” on page 57
• Discharge mechanism, see ‘‘5.4.4 Discharge
mechanism” on page 58.
Check points preferably carried out during
assembly are indicated in the assembly
instructions below.

NOTE
Be sure bowl parts are not interchanged.
Out of balance vibration will reduce ball
bearing life.

Assembly of bowl body and discharge

mechanism
1. Clean the hollow part (b) of the spindle top
and the radial hole (a). Wipe clean the spindle
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.

Oil
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✔ Check point
‘‘5.4.6 Spindle top cone and bowl body nave”
on page 61.
2. Clean the nozzles in the bowl body, see
‘‘5.4.4 Discharge mechanism” on page 58.

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3. Fit the bowl body on the spindle. Avoid

damaging the spindle cone.
− Attach the special lifting tool to the bowl
body nave.
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− Screw down the central screw of the tool,

then lower the bowl body until the screw
rests on the spindle top.
− Screw up the central screw and the bowl
body will sink down on the spindle cone.
4. Using the lifting bolts place the lower

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distributing ring and the operating slide in the
bowl body.
Make sure that all O-rings lie concentrically in
their grooves.
If replacing valve plugs, use a rubber mallet.
5. Before fitting the upper distributing ring into
the bowl body, turn the operating slide so that
the hole (e) is in line with drill mark (d) and
notch (f).
6. Fit the upper distributing ring so that drill mark
(a) is in line with drill mark (d) on bowl body.
When the distributing ring is in correct
position the guide pins (b) and (c) will enter
hole (e) and groove (f) respectively.

NOTE
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The two guide pins (b, c) in the distributing

ring have to be fitted properly.
a. Drill mark d. Drill mark
Check the distance “A”. If the play is larger b. Guide pin e. Guide hole
than 2 mm the guide pins have not entered c. Guide pin f. Guide notch
the hole and notch properly.

7. Screw the cap nut counter-clockwise onto the

spindle. Tighten firmly.
Left-hand thread!
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Assembly of bowl discs

1. Fit the sliding bowl bottom.
Make sure that the square seal ring lies
concentrically in its groove.
Press the sliding bowl bottom down on the
upper distributing ring.

✔ Check point
Before assembling the bowl discs, check the
threads of the bowl hood and bowl body, see
‘‘5.4.8 Threads on bowl hood and bowl body”

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on page 63.

2. Assemble the covering disc (if applicable),

wing insert and bowl discs with top disc and
distributor. Note the angular positioning (six
options).
Ensure that the pins in the distributor fit
properly into the holes of the top disc.
3. Fit the disc stack assembly into the bowl
body. Make sure that the cuts in the wings on

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the underside of the distributor fit properly in
the corresponding lugs of the bowl.

4. Fit the bowl hood:

− Apply a thin layer of Molykote Paste 1000
to threads and on contact and locating
surfaces.
− Fit the spanner for the bowl hood and
secure it with the bolt.
− Screw on the bowl hood by hand.
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Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)

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5. 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.

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

✔ Check point
‘‘5.4.9 Disc stack pressure” on page 65.
6. 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.

DANGER

Disintegration hazard

The assembly mark on the bowl hood must

never pass the mark on the bowl body by
more than 25°.
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See also ‘‘5.4.8 Threads on bowl hood and

bowl body” on page 63.
7. Remove the compressing tool by unscrewing
the nut against the central screw. Then
loosen the central screw.
8. Remove the spanner for bowl hood.

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9. Place the inlet pipe in the bowl.

✔ Check point
‘‘5.4.7 Threads of inlet pipe, paring disc” on
page 62.

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10. Fit the cover and the gravity disc. Press the
cover down gently.
11. Fit the discharge pipe.

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12. Fit the paring chamber cover:
Apply a thin layer of Molykote Paste 1000 to
the threads and on contact and locating
surfaces.
Left-hand thread!

Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)

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13. Fit the frame hood. The two eye-bolts must

be fitted in the holes nearest to the electric
motor.
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14. In case of Major Service remove the

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

✔ Check point
‘‘5.5.1 Paring disc height adjustment” on page
66. To be performed at Major Service and if
the bowl spindle has been dismantled.

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1. Connecting housing
2. Insert
3. Height adjusting ring(s)
15. Fit the inlet/outlet housings and tighten the
nut.
Left-hand thread!

NOTE
To avoid damage on the inlet pipe the

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tightening torque must not exceed 30 Nm.

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.
16. Make sure that the gasket on the safety
device is in position. If not, glue with Loctite
407.
Fit and secure the safety device.
17. Fit the connecting hoses if they have been
removed. Make sure to fit their gasket rings.
18. Fit the water tank on the frame bottom part if
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it has been removed.

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6.2 Bowl spindle and

frame

6.2.1 Bowl spindle and frame −

dismantling
Before dismantling the bowl spindle, the inlet and
outlet housings, 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
‘‘5.5.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle” on page
67.

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1. Lip seal ring
2. Screen
3. Gasket
4. Frame, top part

3S Parts to be renewed at 3-year service

Continues on next page

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continued:
5. Deflector ring
6. Top bearing cover
7. Gasket
8. Fan
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
22. O-ring

MS Parts to be renewed at Major Service

3S Parts to be renewed at 3-year service

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1. Loosen but do not remove the motor adapter

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

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4. Remove the screws and lift off frame top part
(4). The lip seal ring (1) must be removed in
the case of Major Service, or if found
damaged.

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5. Clean the bowl spindle cone in place and

remove deflector ring (5).
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6. 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.

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7. Screw the cap nut counter-clockwise (left-
hand thread) onto the spindle top to protect
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).
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8. 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.
9. Remove the belt pulley (17):
10. Lubricate the mounting/dismantling tool.
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Fit the mounting/dismantling tool and screw it

down as far as it will go (1).
Use a long spanner (450 - 650 mm) to press
the belt pulley off the spindle (2).
Remove the oil pump (16) by hand.

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Molykote 1000 Paste (thin layer to be
rubbed into surface)

Oil

11. Pull off ball bearing (15) using a puller and

thrust washer.
Pull off bearing (13) using the special
mounting tool and a hammer.
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NOTE
Always discard a used bearing.
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In case of 3-year-service
12. Loosen the screws and lift off the frame
intermediate part (21).
13. Discard the O-ring (22).

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14. Remove the screen (2) from the frame top
part (4).
Discard the gasket (3).

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15. Clean the oil sump.
16. Clean all dismantled parts thoroughly in a
degreasing agent and inspect for damage
and corrosion.
Replace all parts supplied in the spare parts
kits.

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6.2.2 Bowl spindle and frame −

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

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1. Lip seal ring
2. Screen
3. Gasket
4. Frame, top part
continues on next page

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continued:

5. Deflector ring
6. Top bearing cover
7. Gasket
8. Fan
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
22. O-ring

MS Major service kit

3S 3-year service kit

Loctite 242

Silicone grease (thin layer)

Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)
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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 (width across flats
16 mm).
Tighten the screws lightly crosswise at first.
Then tighten all around to 45 Nm.
Secure the screws with Loctite 242.

Loctite 242

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2. Fit a new gasket (3) and fit the screen (2) on
the frame top part.

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3. Inspect the tapered end and the hollow part of

the bowl spindle for wear and clean if
necessary. Assemble ball bearings (13 and
15).
Heat the new ball bearings in oil to maximum
125 °C. Use the special mounting tool from
the tool kit.
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NOTE
Always fit new bearings.
If in doubt how to install roller bearings in a
correct way, please see the detailed
description in ‘‘5.10.1 Ball and roller
bearings” on page 76.

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4. Fit oil pump (16) and belt pulley (17). Make
sure that the recess in the belt pulley fits over
the guide pin in the oil pump.
Heat the belt pulley in a heating cabinet to
250-300 °C for at least 2 hours before fitting.

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5. Check that the radial hole (φ 1 mm) in the

pump sleeve (18) is clean, and fit the pump.

NOTE
Do not fit the pump sleeve until the belt
pulley has cooled down

Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface).
Silicone grease
(thin layer)

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6. 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.

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7. Assemble, in the following sequence:

− Rubber buffer (10)
− Buffer holder (9)
− Fan (8)
− Gasket (7)
− Top bearing cover (6)
Make sure that the φ 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.

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8. Push down deflector ring (5) till it stops.

Silicone grease (thin layer)

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9. Assemble frame top part (4). If lip seal ring (1)

has been removed, fit a new one before the
frame top part is put in place.
Make sure the lip seal is turned the correct
way. See illustration.

Silicone grease (thin layer)

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10. 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

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11. Fit and adjust the flat belt, see ‘‘6.4.1 Belt
replacement and tightening” on page 116.
✔ Check point
‘‘5.5.2 Radial wobble of bowl spindle” on page
67.
12. Fit the water tank and its cover.
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6.3 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.

DANGER

Entrapment hazards

Make sure that rotating parts have come to a

complete standstill before starting any
dismantling work.

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1. Snap ring
2. Snap ring
3. Ball bearings
4. Washer
5. Belt pulley
6. Coupling hub
7. Friction element
8. Cover
9. Snap ring
10. Washer
11. Spring washer
12. Screw

(MS) = Set of friction elements included in the Major

Service Kit for 50 Hz (left) or 60 Hz (right)

(3S) = Parts included in the 3-year service kit

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6.3.1 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.

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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 20 kg.

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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:
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.

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Complete dismantling of the friction coupling
8. Lubricate and fit the special mounting and
dismantling tool.
Ease off the coupling.
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Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)

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Oil

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.
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6.3.2 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.
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).

Loctite 641

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NOTE
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
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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.

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Molykote 1000 Paste
(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)

Oil

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

spring washer (10) to secure the friction
coupling.

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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.
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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.

Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)

Also lubricate the threads of the belt tightener

with Molykote 1000 paste or similar.

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8. Fit and tighten the flat belt, see ‘‘6.4.1 Belt
replacement and tightening” on page 116.
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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6.4 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 retightened twice:
• 30 minutes after the belt has been installed.
The separator must not be started until the
retightening has been done.
• after approximately 24 hours of operation.

NOTE
Do not start the separator unless the flat belt
has been retightened after 30 minutes. If
started, the belt may slip and be damaged.

6.4.1 Belt replacement and

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

DANGER

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
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separator parts are rotating or not.

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1. Remove the cover and the water tank.

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

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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.

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Otherwise a correct belt tightening will be
impossible.

3. Loosen but do not remove the motor adapter

screws.

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4. Remove the existing belt and clean the

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.

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5. Remove the motor adapter screws. Lift the
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 20 kg.
The threads of the belt tightener should be
lubricated with Molykote 1000 Paste or
similar.

Molykote 1000 Paste

(thin layer to be rubbed into surface)

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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.
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7. Rotate the belt tightener by rotating the shaft

until it makes contact with the frame pad.

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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.

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9. Tighten the motor adapter screws.

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10. Loosen the belt tightener by rotating the

threaded sleeve (2) backwards.
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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

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of belt will 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.

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NOTE
Do not start the separator unless the flat belt
has been retightened after 30 minutes. If
started, the belt may slip and be damaged.

13. Fit the water tank and cover.

14. The separator may now be started.

NOTE
The belt must be retightened when the
separator has been in operation
approximately 24 hours after the belt
change: Repeat steps 3 and 7-11.

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6.5 Oil filling device

6.5.1 Dismantling/assembly
Drain off the oil, see ‘‘5.8 Oil change” on page 73.
Unscrew nipple (3) and pull off the oil filling
device. Then unbend and pull off the round safety
wire (1).
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 (6).

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Assemble the oil filling device and fit it into the
frame. Note that the mark on sleeve (6) must be
positioned opposite the mark on the frame. Fill
the sump with new oil.

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1. Round safety wire 5. O-ring

2. Sealing ring 6. Sleeve for oil filling
3. Nipple 7. Sight glass
4. O-ring 8. Plate

(3S) = Parts included in the 3-year service kit

Silicone grease (thin layer)

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6.6 Water tank

Remove the cover (5) with the drain pipes and the
water tank (1).
Note that the tank must be lowered past the
spindle end (A) before it can be withdrawn (B).
• Check the tank interior and clean out if
necessary.
• Check that the pipes are not defective.
Replace if necessary.
If the parts fitted on the cover have been
removed, it is necessary to fit the parts properly
together at assembly.
• Seal the drain pipe and water inlet pipe with
Loctite 573.
• Secure the screws with Loctite 242.
The drain pipe opening, (3), should be mounted
upwards.

(242)

(573)
A

1
(242)
2
3
4
5
6
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7
1. Water tank
2. O-ring
3. Drain pipe opening (pointing upwards)
4. Drain pipe
5. Cover
6. Elbow coupling
7. Pipe

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6.7 Frame feet

6.7.1 Mounting of new frame feet

When replacing the frame feet, the separator
must be lifted.
Remove the bowl before lifting the separator.
Follow ‘‘5.6 Lifting instructions” on page 68.

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.
5. Remove the two lifting eye bolts.
6. Assemble the separator bowl, see ‘‘6.1.3
Inlet/outlet and bowl − assembly” on page 91.
2

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1

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7 Trouble-tracing

Contents

7.1 Trouble-tracing procedure 126

7.2 Mechanical function 126

7.2.1 The separator does not start 126
7.2.2 Start-up time too long 126
7.2.3 Starting power too low 126
7.2.4 Starting power too high 127
7.2.5 Separator vibrates during
starting sequence 128
7.2.6 Separator vibrates during
normal running 129
7.2.7 Smell 130
7.2.8 Noise 130
7.2.9 Speed too high 130
7.2.10 Speed too low 131
7.2.11 Water in oil sump 131

7.3 Separating function 132

7.3.1 Liquid flows through bowl casing
drain and/or sludge outlet 132
7.3.2 Bowl opens unintentionally during
operation 133
7.3.3 Bowl fails to open for sludge
discharge 133
7.3.4 Unsatisfactory sludge discharge 133
7.3.5 Unsatisfactory separation
result 134
7.3.6 Outgoing water contains oil 134
7.3.7 Oil discharge through water outlet =
broken water seal 135

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7.1 Trouble-tracing
procedure
This chapter applies to trouble-tracing concerning
functions of the separator only. It does not include
the other equipment in your processing system.
Always start with trouble-tracing instructions in
the system documentation, and if required,
continue with the instructions below. If the
problem still is not solved, contact your Alfa Laval
representative.

7.2 Mechanical function

7.2.1 The separator does not start

Possible cause Action

No power supply to motor. Check power supply.

7.2.2 Start-up time too long

Possible cause Action

Friction elements worn or oily. Fit new friction elements or clean the old ones if they
are oily.

Belt tension too loose. Tighten the belt.

Motor failure. Repair.

Incorrect power supply (50 Hz instead of Use applicable 60 Hz power supply.

60 Hz).

Bearing damaged or worn. Install new bearings.

7.2.3 Starting power too low

See ‘‘7.2.2 Start-up time too long’’.

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7.2.4 Starting power too high

Possible cause Action

Motor failure. Repair the motor.

50 Hz pulley running on 60 Hz power After immediate stop, install correct pulley.

supply.

Height position of paring disc incorrect. Check and adjust.

Bearing damaged or worn. Install new bearings.

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7.2.5 Separator vibrates during

starting sequence

NOTE
Some vibration is normal during starting
sequence when the separator passes
through its critical speeds.

Possible cause Action

Bowl out of balance due to: After safety stop, identify and rectify cause.

− poor cleaning
− incorrect assembly
− too few discs
− insufficiently tightened bowl hood Incorrectly tightened bowl hood involves
fatal danger.
− bowl assembled with parts from
other separators.

Height adjustment of paring disc is Check and adjust.

incorrect.

Vibration dampers in frame feet worn out. Fit new frame feet.

Bowl spindle bent (max. 0,04 mm). Fit a new bowl spindle.

Top and/or bottom bearing overheated, Fit new bearings.

damaged or worn.

Spindle top bearing rubber buffer Fit new rubber buffers.

defective.

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7.2.6 Separator vibrates during

normal running

DANGER

Disintegration hazards

Never discharge a vibrating separator.

Possible cause Action

Uneven sludge deposits in sludge space. Clean the bowl.

Bearing damaged or worn. Fit new bearings.

Vibration dampers in frame feet worn out. Fit new frame feet.

Spindle top bearing rubber buffer Fit new rubber buffers.

defective.

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7.2.7 Smell

Possible cause Action

Normal occurrence during start as the None.

friction elements slip.

Belt slips. Tighten the belt. Check for oily pulleys.

Top and/or bottom bearing overheated. Fit new bearings.

7.2.8 Noise

Possible cause Action

Oil level in oil sump is too low. Read oil level and add oil if necessary.

Height adjustment of paring disc is Check and adjust.

incorrect.

Top and/or bottom bearing damaged or Fit new bearings.

worn.

7.2.9 Speed too high

Possible cause Action

Incorrect transmission (50 Hz pulley After immediate stop, install correct transmission.
running on 60 Hz power supply).

In the event of overspeed, examine bowl for possible

deformation. The separator must not be started
without correcting the effects of the fault. Contact
your Alfa Laval representative.

Frequency of power supply (50/60 Hz). Check.

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7.2.10 Speed too low

Possible cause Action

Bowl not closed or leaking. Dismantle and check.

Friction elements worn or oily. Fit new friction elements or clean the old ones if they
are oily.

Belt tension too loose. Tighten the belt.

Motor failure/motor bearings. Repair the motor.

Bearing overheated/damaged or worn. Fit new bearings.

Incorrect transmission (60 Hz pulley Make sure that the pulley is intended for 50 Hz
running on 50 Hz power supply). power supply.

7.2.11 Water in oil sump

Possible cause Action

Bowl casing drain obstructed. Clean. Change oil in oil sump.

Leakage at top bearing. Fit a new seal ring and change oil in oil sump.

Condensation. Clean the oil sump. Change oil in oil sump.

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7.3 Separating function

7.3.1 Liquid flows through bowl

casing drain and/or sludge
outlet

Possible cause Action

Sludge discharge or water draining in None (normal).

progress.

Broken water seal. See ‘‘7.3.7 Oil discharge through water outlet =
broken water seal” on page 135.

Displacement water volume too large. Adjust.

The supply of operating water is not Straighten the hose. Clean the strainer. Check the
sufficient due to clogged strainer, kinked water pressure.
hose or low water pressure.

Seal ring on bowl hood/paring chamber Fit a new seal ring.

cover defective.

Seal ring in sliding bowl bottom defective. Install a new seal ring.

Bowl hood seal ring defective or sealing Install a new seal ring. Polish the surface on sliding
surface of sliding bowl bottom damaged. bowl bottom or install a new one.

Valve plugs defective. Install new valve plugs.

Sludge deposits on operating slide. Clean the operating slide.

Seal rings in paring disc device defective. Fit new seal rings.

Bowl speed too low. Make sure current is on. Retighten the flat belt or
inspect motor and power transmission.

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7.3.2 Bowl opens unintentionally

during operation
Cause Remedy
Nozzles in bowl body clogged. Clean the nozzles,
Seal ring in sliding bowl bottom or upper or lower Install a new seal ring or install a new upper or lower
distributing ring defective. distributing ring.
Lime scale deposits in hollow spindle. Clean the hollow spindle after removing the pump
sleeve.
Valve plugs defective. Install new valve plugs.
Sludge deposits on operating slide. Clean the operating slide.
Valve for operating water not closing properly. Open and clean the valve.
Can result in repeated discharges.

7.3.3 Bowl fails to open for sludge

discharge
Cause Remedy
The supply of operating water is not sufficient Straighten the hose. Clean the strainer. Check the
due to clogged strainer, kinked hose or low water pressure.
water pressure.
Seal ring in operating slide defective. Install a new seal ring.
Valve for operating water not opening. Examine the electrical system and correct the fault
(open circuit, low voltage, dirt, high voltage).

7.3.4 Unsatisfactory sludge

discharge
Cause Remedy
Sludge deposits in operating system. Clean the operating system.

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7.3.5 Unsatisfactory separation

result

Possible cause Action

Gravity disc size wrong. Select another gravity disc.

Incorrect separating temperature. Adjust temperature.
Throughput too high. Reduce throughput.

Sludge space in bowl is filled with sludge. Clean the bowl and shorten time between
discharges.
Remove the covering disc if the first measure does
not help.

Disc stack clogged. Clean the bowl discs.

Inlet clogged. Clean.

Bowl speed too low. See ‘‘7.2.10 Speed too low” on page 131.

7.3.6 Outgoing water contains oil

Possible cause Action

Gravity disc hole too large. Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole.

The supply of operating water is not Straighten the hose. Clean the strainer. Check the
sufficient due to clogged strainer, kinked water pressure.
hose or low water pressure.

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7.3.7 Oil discharge through water

outlet = broken water seal

Possible cause Action

Gravity disc too large. Use a gravity disc with a smaller hole.

Separation temperature too low. Increase temperature.

Throughput too high. Reduce throughput.

The supply of operating water is not Straighten the hose. Clean the strainer. Check the
sufficient due to clogged strainer, kinked water pressure (200-600 kPa).
hose or low water pressure.

Valve(s) in oil outlet line closed. Open the valve(s) and adjust the back pressure to
normal value.

Sealing water volume too small. Check supply of sealing water.

Disc stack clogged. Clean the bowl discs.

Seal ring in sliding bowl bottom or upper Install a new seal ring.
or lower distribution ring defective.

Bowl hood seal ring defective or sealing Install a new seal ring. Polish the surface on sliding
surface of sliding bowl bottom damaged. bowl bottom or install a new one.

Valve plugs defective. Install new valve plugs on operating slide.

Bowl speed too low. See ‘‘7.2.10 Speed too low” on page 131.

Bowl incorrectly assembled. Examine and make correct.

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8 Technical Reference

Contents

8.1 Technical data 138

8.2 Connection list 141

8.3 Interface description 143

8.3.1 General 143
8.3.2 Definitions 143
8.3.3 Component description and signal
processing 144

8.4 Water quality 146

8.5 Lubricants 147

8.5.1 Lubrication chart 147
8.5.2 Alfa Laval lubricating oil groups 148
8.5.3 Recommended lubricants 150
8.5.4 Recommended lubricating oils 152
8.5.5 Recommended oil brands 153

8.6 Drawings 155

8.6.1 Basic size drawing 155
8.6.2 Dimensions of connections 156
8.6.3 Foundation plan 157
8.6.4 Electric motor 158
8.6.5 Machine plates and safety labels 162

8.7 Storage and installation 164

8.7.1 Storage and transport of goods 164
8.7.2 Planning of installation 167
8.7.3 Foundations 169

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8.1 Technical data

Alfa Laval ref. 555964, 557450

Units according to ISO Standard.

The manufacturer reserves the right to change
specifications without notice.

Product number 881099-02-06

Separator type MSPX 303TGP-61

Purpose – Continuous purification of oil sludge.

– Continuous concentration of oil sludge.
The flash point of the oil to be separated must be above +60 °C.

Hydraulic capacity Maximum 0,3 m3/h

Rated capacity1) 300 litres/hour

Maximum density feed 1100 kg/m3

sediment 2138 kg/m3

Operating liquid Max. density 1000 kg/m3 See also ‘‘8.4 Water quality” on
page 146.
Min. pressure 150 kPa

Feed temperature Minimum 0 °C

Maximum +100 °C

Ambient temperature Minimum +5 °C

Maximum +55 °C

Motor 2-pole 2,2 kW standard motor for 3-phase 50 or 60 Hz.

Direct on-line start. Y/D-start: maximum 5 seconds in Y position.

Power consumption idling 0,8 kW

running (at max. capacity) 1,8 kW
max. power consumption 2,8 kW (at starting-up)

1) At the maximum permissible oil density, 991 kg/m3 at +15 °C.

Density preferably measured at +50 °C and according to ASTM method D 1298-80, corrected to +15 °C
according to ASTM tables D 1250-80.

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Speed The prescribed speed of the bowl spindle is stamped on the name
plate of the machine. The speed must not be exceeded.
Gear ratio (pulleys): 130:41 (50 Hz), 106:41 (60 Hz)
.

Maximum speed of 50 Hz 60 Hz
rotation, rpm
Motor shaft 3000 3600
Bowl 9510 9305

Starting time 1,8 - 2,3 minutes

Stopping time Running down min. 13, max. 17 minutes

Maximum running time empty bowl 180 minutes

without flow
filled bowl 180 minutes

Sludge and water space

volume 0,6 litres net

Discharge volume minimum 0,9 litres, fixed volume

maximum 1,1 litres, fixed volume

Discharge interval minimum 2 minutes

Required water quality See ‘‘8.4 Water quality” on page 146

Lubrication See ‘‘8.5 Lubricants” on page 147

Lubricating oil volume 0,5 litre

Sound pressure level 69 dB(A) ISO 3744,

at product flow rate 0,3 m3/h

Vibration level Separator in use 9 mm/s (RMS)

Weight Separator without motor Net weight approx. 210 kg

Motor Net weight, approx. 16 kg
Complete bowl Approx. 35 kg

Overhead hoist for 300 kp is required

Shipping data According to “Basic equipment”

Weight Net 230 kg, gross 280 kg
Volume 1,06 m 3

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Materials Bowl spindle stainless steel

Frame, lower and upper parts cast iron (“Centriblue” finish1))

Frame hood silumin

Bowl body and hood, disc stack,

gravity discs, paring discs stainless steel

Other bowl parts brass

Other inlet and outlet parts stainless steel, brass, cast iron
1)
An epoxy enamel

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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8.2 Connection list

Alfa Laval ref. 557558

Connection No. Description Requirements/limit

201 Inlet for process liquid

Permitted temperatures Maximum +100 °C

minimum 0 °C

206 Inlet for liquid seal and displacement liquid

Quality requirements Fresh water

Liquid seal water flow Min. 7 litres/minute

Pressure 150 kPa

Liquid seal water period 30 s

220 Outlet for light phase (oil)

Pressure Maximum 150 kPa

221 Outlet for heavy phase (water)

Pressure Maximum 150 kPa

222 Outlet for solid phase

Discharge volume Approximately 1 litre
The outlet must always be arranged with open
outlet or guidance of a sludge pump to prevent the
sediment deflector from being filled up with sludge.

372 Inlet for discharge liquid

Flow Min. 18 litres/minute
Quality requirements See ‘‘8.4 Water quality”
on page 146
Pressure Minimum 150 kPa
Time 1s

373 Inlet for closing liquid

Flow Min 0,9 litres/minute
Quality requirements See ‘‘8.4 Water quality”
on page 146

377 Outlet for operating liquid open

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Connection No. Description Requirements/limit

462 Drain of frame top part, lower

463 Drain of frame top part, upper

701 Motor for separator

Allowed deviation from nominal frequency Maximum ±5%

(momentarily during maximum 5 seconds ±10%)

Location of connections on the separator, see

‘‘8.6.1 Basic size drawing” on page 155, and
‘‘8.6.2 Dimensions of connections” on page 156.

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8.3 Interface description

Alfa Laval ref. 557469

8.3.1 General
In addition to the ‘‘8.2 Connection list” on page
141 this document describes limitations and
conditions for safe control, monitoring and reliable
operation.
At the end of the document a function graph and
running limitations are found.

8.3.2 Definitions
Stand still (Ready for start) means:
• The machine is assembled correctly.
• All connections are installed according to
Connection List, Interconnection Diagram
and Interface Description.

Start means:
• The power to the separator is on.
• The acceleration is supervised to ensure that
a certain speed has been reached within a
certain time. See ‘‘8.1 Technical data” on
page 138.
The start procedure continues until the full speed
has been reached and a stabilization period has
passed (about one (1) minute).

Normal stop means:

• Stopping of the machine at any time.
• The bowl must be kept filled.

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Safety stop means:

The machine must be stopped in the quickest and
safest way due to vibrations or process reasons.
Comply to the following conditions:
• The bowl must be kept filled.
• Sludge ejection (sludge discharge) must not
be made.
• The machine must not be restarted before the
reason for the safety stop has been
investigated and action has been taken.
• In case of emergency condition in the plant,
the machine must be stopped in a way that is
described in EN 418.

8.3.3 Component description and

signal processing
Separator motor 701
The separator is equipped with a 3-phase DOL-
(direct-on-line) started motor. The separator can
also be started by a Y/D starter, but then the time
in Y-position must be maximized to 5 seconds.

Discharge signal processing

The control system shall contain a memory
function for registration of the number of initiated
discharges.
At indication of the absence of a discharge the
operator or the control system must initiate a new
discharge.
At indication of the absence of two consecutive
sludge discharges an alarm must be given and
action must be taken.

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Function graph and running limitations

G0543211

A. Stand still
B. Starting mode
C. Running mode
D. Stop mode
E. Safety stop mode

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8.4 Water quality

Alfa Laval ref. 553406

General Specific requirements regarding the purity of water are necessary.

- Deposits must not be allowed to form inside the separator.
- Erosion and corrosion of the PX mechanism must also be prevented.
The four requirements below are of fundamental importance.
For test methods, contact an Alfa Laval representative.
If these demands cannot be met, the water should be pre-treated in
accordance with Alfa Laval’s recommendations.
Alfa Laval accepts no liability for consequences arising from
unsatisfactory purified operating water supplied by the customer.

Suspended particles Content of suspend substances: Less than 0,001 percentage of volume.
Turbidity-free water, solids content <0,001 percentage of volume. Due
to the centrifugal force, any suspended particles present in the water will
separate out in the operating mechanism, causing the valves to clog
and the system to break down. A mere 0,001 percentage of volume
solids content in the operating water produces 10 ml of precipitate in two
days when using as little as 20 lit/h of operating water.
Max. particle size: 50 µm.

Total hardness Less than 10° dH (180 mg CaCO3/lit).

If the water is hard (i.e. 10° dH or 12,5° E), in time chalk deposits build
up around the operating mechanism including the valves. The build-up
of deposits accelerates with increased operating temperature and low
discharge frequency.
The harder the water is, the more severe these effects become.

Chloride content Less than 100 ppm NaCl (60 mg Cl/lit).

Chloride ions contribute to corrosion on the separator surfaces in
contact with the operating water, including the spindle. Corrosion is a
destructive process that is accelerated by increased separating
temperature, low discharge frequency, low pH and high chloride ion
concentration. A chloride concentration above 60 mg/lit is definitely not
recommended.

pH value pH >6
Increasing acidity (lower pH) increases corrosion; this is accelerated by
increased temperatures, low discharge frequency and high chloride ion
content.

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8.5 Lubricants
Alfa Laval ref. 553216-01

G0466411
8.5.1 Lubrication chart

Lubricating points Lubricants

1 Rubber seal rings Grease as specified in ‘‘8.5.3 Recommended

lubricants” on page 150.

2 Bowl spindle taper Lubricating oil, only a few drops for rust
protection.

3 Buffers of bowl spindle Lubricating oil (in connection with assembly).

4 Electric motor Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

5 Bowl: Some of the guide surfaces, sliding Pastes as specified in ‘‘8.5.3 Recommended
contact surfaces and lock ring joint. lubricants” on page 150.
Pressure-loaded surfaces
Threads of cap nut If not specified otherwise, follow the supplier’s
Screw head joints recommendation about method of application.
Tools

6 Bowl spindle ball bearings are lubricated by oil Lubricating oil as specified in ‘‘8.5.5
mist Recommended oil brands” on page 153.

− Friction coupling ball bearings The bearings are packed with grease and
sealed and need no extra lubrication.

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8.5.2 Alfa Laval lubricating oil

groups
• Group A oil: a high quality gear oil on
paraffin base with stable AW (anti-wear)
additives.
• Group B oil: a high quality gear oil on
paraffin base with stable EP (extreme
pressure) additives.
• Group D oil: a synthetic-base oil with
additives stable at high operating
temperatures.
Do not mix different oil brands or oils from
different oil groups.
Always use clean vessels when handling
lubricating oil.
Great attention must be paid not to contaminate
the lubricating oil. Of particular importance is to
avoid mixing of different types of oil. Even a few
drops of motor oil mixed into a synthetic oil may
result in severe foaming.
Any presence of black deposits in a mineral type
oil is an indication that the oil base has
deteriorated seriously or that some of the oil
additives have precipitated. Always investigate
why black deposits occur.
If it is necessary to change from one group of oil
brand to another it is recommended to do this in
connection with an overhaul of the separator.
Clean the oil sump and the spindle parts
thoroughly and remove all deposits before filling
the new oil.

NOTE
Always clean and dry parts (also tools)
before lubricants are applied.

NOTE
Check the oil level before start. Top up when
necessary. Oil volume see ‘‘8.1 Technical
data” on page 138.

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It is of utmost importance to use the lubricants

recommended in our documentation. This does
not exclude, however, the use of other brands,
provided they have equivalently high quality
properties as the brands recommended. The use
of oil brands and other lubricants than
recommended, is done on the exclusive
responsibility of the user or oil supplier.

Applying, handling and storing of lubricants

Always be sure to follow lubricant manufacturer’s
instructions.

CAUTION

Skin irritation hazard

Personnel handling the oil must be instructed

in its use (e.g. the possible risk of skin
irritation, dermatitis). Ask for and follow the
instructions from the oil supplier.
Spray should only be used in well ventilated
localities.

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8.5.3 Recommended lubricants

Alfa Laval ref. 553217-01

Pastes and bonded coatings for non-food

applications:

Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No. Application

Gleitmolybdän Gleitmo 805 K or

805 K, varnish 901
Gleitmo Paste G rapid 537086-04
All pressure
Dow Corning Molykotepaste1000 537086-02 loaded
sprayD321 R 535586-01 surfaces
varnishD321 R 535586-02

Rocol Antiscuffing paste (ASP)

Klueber Wolfracoat C paste

Russian Standard VNII NP 232

Gost 14068-90

Silicone grease:

Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No.

Dow Corning Molykote 111 compound

100 g 539474-02
25 g 539474-03

Gleitmolybdän Silicone paste 750

Wacker Silicone Paste P

(vacuum paste)

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Greases for ball and roller bearings:

Manufacturer Designation Alfa Laval No.

BP Energrease MMEP2
Energrease LS2

Castrol Spheerol SW2 EP

Spheerol EPL2

Chevron Duralith grease EP2

Exxon Beacon EP2

Mobil Mobilith SHC 460

Mobilux EP2

Gulf Gulflex MP2

Q8 Rembrandt EP2

Shell Cailithia EP Grease T2

Alvania EP Grease 2 or R.A

SKF LGEP2 or LGMT2

Texaco Multifak AF B2
Multifak premium 2,3

Russian Standard Fiol 2M, Litol 24

TU 38.201.188

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8.5.4 Recommended lubricating

oils
Alfa Laval ref. 553219-09

Two different groups of lubricating oils are

approved. They are designated as Alfa Laval
lubricating oil groups A and D which are
described in ‘‘8.5.2 Alfa Laval lubricating oil
groups” on page 148.
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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8.5.5 Recommended oil brands

Alfa Laval lubricating oil group A/150

Alfa Laval ref. 553218-04

List of commercial oil brands:

Viscosity grade VG 1)150

Viscosity index VI 2)>95

Manufacturer Designation

Alfa Laval 546098-8020 litres

546098-814 litres
546098-82208 litres
546098-831 litre

BP Bartran 150

Castrol Alpha ZN 150

Esso/Exxon/Statoil Teresso 150

Terrestic 150

Mobil DTE Oil Extra Heavy

Shell Tellus C150, Tellus 150

Q8/Kuwait/Gulf Gulf Harmony AW 150

Texaco/Nippon Regal
R&O 150 or
Paper Machine oil HD150

Nearest standard K12-VG 150 GOST 1861-90

ISI/DIS 6743/3A
VB 150-DIN 51506

1)
According to ISO 3448/3104
2)
According to ISO 2909

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Alfa Laval lubricating oil group D/220

Alfa Laval ref. 553218-08

List of commercial oil brands:

Viscosity grade VG 1) 220

Viscosity index VI 2) >130

Manufacturer Designation

Alfa Laval 542690-8020 litres

542690-814 litres
542690-82208 litres
542690-831 litre

BP Enersyn HTX 220

Castrol Alpha Syn T 220

Chevron Ultragear 220

Esso/Exxon/Statoil Terrestic SHP 220, Teresso SHP 220

Lubmarine/ELF Epona SA 220

Mobile (Engen) SHC 630

Q8/Kuwait /Gulf Schumann 220

Shell Paolina 220

1)
According to ISO 3448/3104
2)
According to ISO 2909

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8.6 Drawings

8.6.1 Basic size drawing

Alfa Laval ref. 548710

G0645611

Connections 201, 220 and 220 are turnable

A. Maximum horizontal displacement at the inlet/outlet connections during operation: ±20 mm
B. Maximum vertical displacement at the solid phase outlet connection during operation: ±10 mm

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8.6.2 Dimensions of connections

Alfa Laval ref. 548710

Data for connections see ‘‘8.2 Connection list” on

page 141.
All connections to be installed non-loaded and
flexible.

G0645511

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8.6.3 Foundation plan

Alfa Laval ref. 548711

G0645711

A. Center of separator bowl Recommended free floor space for

B. Center of motor unloading when doing service
C. 8 holes for anchorage
D. Anchor bolt Min. access area for overhead hoist (no
E. Service side fixed piping within this area)
F. Min. lifting capacity 300 kg
Max. height of largest Center of gravity (complete machine)
component incl. lifting tool

Vertical force not exceeding 5kN/foot

Horizontal force not exceeding 7 kN/foot

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8.6.4 Electric motor

Alfa Laval ref. 551218-00

G0606111
A. Pg16 (DIN 40430), max. wire area 2,5 mm2

Manufacturer ASEA, Denmark

Manufacturers drawing MK11DdelB3 feb1983

Standards IEC 34-1,

IEC 72-2

Size 90L

Type MT90L

Weight 16 kg

Poles 2

Insulation class F

Bearings DE 6305 C3
NDE 6204 C3

Method of cooling IC 41 (IEC 34-6)

Specification TEFC standard motor, marine performance3)

Type of mounting Degree of protection

(IEC34-7) (IEC34-5)

IM 3001 IP 54

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Article No. kW Speed Freq. Voltage Current [Link] n% Is/I 1) Ms/M 2) Note
RPM Hz V A cos ϕ
551218-01 2,2 2870 50 380Y 4,7 0,87 82 6,5 2,4

551218-01 2,2 2870 50 220D 8,1 0,87 82 6,5 2,4

551218-02 2,5 3460 60 440Y 4,6 0,87 82 7 2,4

551218-03 2,2 2870 50 415Y 4,7 0,80 82 7,5 3,4

551218-04 2,5 3470 60 575Y 3,4 0,87 84 7 2,6

551218-05 2,5 3460 60 208Y 9,3 0,89 84 6,5 2,2

1)
ls/l = starting current/rated current

2) Ms/M = starting torque/full load torque

3)
According to standards of following Classification
Societies:
Lloyds Register of shipping (LRS) (Essential Service)
Det Norske Veritas (DnV)
Germanischer Lloyd (GL)
Bureau Veritas (BV)
American Bureau of shipping (ABS)
Registro Italiano Navale (RINA)
USSR Register of Shipping (RSU)

Required classification society must always be specified

when ordering. Factory test certificate to be enclosed at the
delivery.

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Alfa Laval ref. 552807-00

G0606211
A. Max. cable diameter 16 mm
B. Metal fan cover

Manufacturer ABB Motors, Spain

Manufacturers drawing AC60-01 ParteB2
Standards IEC 34-1, IEC 72
Size 90L
Type MBT 90 LB
Weight 16 kg
Poles 2
Insulation class F
Bearings DE 6205-Z
NDE 6205-Z
Method of cooling IC 41 (IEC 34-6)
Specification Totally enclosed three-phase motor
for marine service 3)

Type of mounting Degree of

IEC 34-7 protection
IEC 34-5

IM 3001 IP 55

IM 3011 IP 55

IM 3031 IP 55

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Article No. kW Speed Freq. Voltage Current [Link] I / |1) Therm. Note
st
RPM Hz V A cos j °C2)
552807-01 2,2 2850 50 220 D 8,3 0,85 6,2
380 Y 4,8

552807-01 2,5 3420 60 255 D 7,9 0,88 6

440 Y 4,6

552807-01 2,2 3390 60 220 D 8,3 0,88 4,9

552807-02 2,2 2870 50 415 Y 4,5 0,86 6,4

552807-03 2,2 2850 50 440 Y 4,1 0,88 6

552807-04 2,2 2850 50 200 D 9,1 0,88 6

552807-05 2,5 3420 60 220 Y 9,2 0,88 6 Y-par

440 Y 4,6 Y-ser

552807-06 2,5 3440 60 230 Y 9,0 0,86 6,3 Y-par

460 Y 4,5 Y-ser

552807-07 2,5 3420 60 575 Y 3,5 0,88 6 CSA-

plated

552807-09 2,2 2850 50 400Y 4,6 0,88 6

1) lst/l = starting current/rated current at direct-on-line

starting

2)
Thermistors tripping temperature

3)
The motors can be designed to fulfill requirements of
the following Classification Societies:
Lloyds Register of shipping (LRS) (Essential Service)
Det Norske Veritas (DnV) (Essential Service)
Germanischer Lloyd (GL) (Essential Service)
Bureau Veritas (BV) (Essential Service)
American Bureau of Shipping(ABS) (Essential Service)
Registro Italiano Navale (RINA) (Essential Service)
USSR Register of Shipping (RSU) (Essential Service)
Japanese Classific. Society (NKK) (Essential Service)

Required classification society must always be specified

when ordering. Factory test certificate to be enclosed at the
delivery.
Rated output (kW) valid for temperature rise max. 70 °C.

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8.6.5 Machine plates and safety

labels
Alfa Laval ref. 556430

G0635111
Location of machine plates and safety labels

1. Machine plate
Separator MSPX 303TGP-61
Manufacturing serial No / Year XXXX
Product No 881099-02-06
Inlet and outlet 548712-03
S0061411

Bowl 558486-01
Machine bottom part 548009-09/10 (50/60 Hz)
Max. speed (bowl) 9510 r/min (50 Hz), 9305 r/min (60 Hz)
Direction of rotation (bowl) ←
Speed motor shaft 3000 r/min (50 Hz), 3600 r/min (60 Hz)
El. current frequency 50/60 Hz
Recommended motor power 2,2 kW (50 Hz), 2,2 kW (60 Hz)
Max. density of feed 1100 kg/m3
Max. density of sediment 2138 kg/m3
Process temperature min./max. 0/+100 °C

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3. Safety label
Text on label:
DANGER
Read the instruction manuals before installation,

S0061521
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

S0063211
‘6. Power supply frequency

50Hz

60Hz

S0063111
7. Label
Text on label:
Read the instruction manual before lifting.
A. Space for label indicating representative

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8.7 Storage and

installation

8.7.1 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 and theft.
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 and theft.

G0410811
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.

G0057211
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.
G0057311

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 ‘‘5.6
Lifting instructions” on page 68.

WARNING

Crush hazards

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.

G0057522
H = minimum 750 mm

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8.7.2 Planning of installation

Introduction
The space required for one or more separators
can be calculated by consulting ‘‘8.6.1 Basic size
drawing” on page 155, and instructions for
ancillary equipment, electrical and electronic
equipment and cables.

G0020611
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.
Plan your installation with sufficient room for the

G0020721
controls and operation so that instruments are
easily visible. Valves and controls must be within
convenient reach. Pay attention to space Suitable space must be obtained for the maintenance
requirements for maintenance work, 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 ‘‘8.6.3 Foundation plan” on page 157 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
‘‘8.6.3 Foundation plan” on page 157.
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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8.7.3 Foundations

NOTE
When lifting a separator it must always be
hung securely. See the separate lifting
instruction in this book.

Specification
• The separator should be installed at floor
level, see ‘‘8.6.3 Foundation plan” on page
157.
• 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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Index

A Concentration 22
Connections
Adjustments Connection list, specifications 141
Belt tension 119 Dimensions 156
Paring disc 66 Corrosion 54
Application 25 Coupling
Assembly 81 Assembly 113
Bowl spindle and frame 103 Dismantling 111
Bowl, inlet/outlet 91 Cracks 57
Tools 82
D
B
Daily checks 47
Basic principles of separation 16 Density of feed 138
Basic size drawing 155 Dimensions
Bearings, directions for 76 Connections 156
Belt Separator 155
Belt drive, description 30 Direction of rotation 36
Replacement 116 Disc stack pressure 65
Retightening 120 Discharge 58
Tightening 116 Discharge of sludge 29
Belt drive 30 Dismantling 81
Bowl Bowl spindle and frame 97
Assembly 91 Inlet/outlet, bowl 83
Dismantling 83 Tools 82
Bowl discs Drawings 155
Cleaning 72 Basic size drawing 155
Disc stack pressure 65 Dimensions of connections 156
Bowl spindle and frame Foundation plan 157
Assembly 103 Machine plates and safety labels 162
Dismantling 97 Motor 158, 160
Bowl spindle, description 30
E
C
Emergency stop, see Safety stop
Centrifugal separation 16 Erosion 56
Check points
Corrosion 54 F
Cracks 57
Disc stack pressure 65 Foundation plan 157
Erosion 56 Frame feet
Paring disc 62 Replacement 123
Spindle top cone and bowl body nave 61 Friction coupling 30
Threads of inlet pipe 62 Assembly 113
Threads on bowl hood and bowl body 63 Dismantling 111
Cleaning 70 Function description
Concentration 22 Separator 26
Separator bowl 27

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G Purification 20
Purifier bowl
Gravity disc Characteristic parts 20
Selection 34
Greases, lubricants 150 R
I Recommended oil brands 153
Rotation, direction 36
Inlet/outlet
Assembly 96 S
Dismantling 83
Inspection slot, bowl hood 36 Safety Instructions 9
Installation 164 Safety labels 162
Installation planning 167 Safety stop 41
Interface to other equipment, description 143 Separation, basic principles 16
Separator does not start 126
L Separator vibrates 129
Service intervals 44
Lifting instructions 68 Service kits 46
Lubrication Service logs 49, 51
Lubricants, greases 150 Shut-downs 79
Lubrication chart 147 Sliding bowl bottom 59
Sludge 29
M Smell 130
Speed 139
Machine plates 162 Speed too high 130
Maintenance Start 34, 35, 37
Intervals 44 Separator vibrates 128
Procedure 46 Starting power too high 127
Materials 140 Starting power too low 126
Motor 144, 158, 160 Start-up period 38, 139
Motor current at start 38 Start-up time too long 126
Stop
N Safety stop 41
Stopping procedure 40
Noise 130
Stopping time 139
Storage 164
O
Oil filling device T
Exploded view 121
Technical data 138
Oil sump
Tools 82
Lubricating oils 148
Transport of separator 166
Oil change interval 48
Trouble-tracing 125
Oil change procedure 73
Recommended lubricating oils/brands 152
Volume 139 V
Operation 33 Vibration
During start 37
P Safety stop 41
Periodic maintenance 44
Power consumption 138 W
Power transmission, mechanical Warning signs 13
Belt drive 30 Water
Bowl spindle 30 Water quality specifications 146
Friction coupling 30

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