Instruction

Book

Fuel Oil Filter

Type F152DE

2GF-056

Filter Model:
F152DE-12/6-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
F152DE-16/8-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
F152DE-24/12-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
F152DE-30/12-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
Book No.: 563-IB3-2E

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 Instruction Book
Moatti AUTOMATIC Fuel Oil Filter
Type F152DE
With electric motor

2GF-056

Filter Model:
F152DE-12/6-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
F152DE-16/8-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
F152DE-24/12-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
F152DE-30/12-A01 (or -A03 or -A05 or -A07)
Book No.: 563-IB3-2E

Alfa Laval Marine & Diesel

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Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information
contained in this publication is correct and fully up-to-date, Alfa Laval
reserve the right to make changes at any time without prior notice.

Any comments regarding possible errors and omissions or

suggestions for improvement of this publication would be gratefully
appreciated.

Copies of this publication can be ordered from your local Alfa Laval
company.

Published by:
Alfa Laval Moatti sas®
10 RUE DU MARECHAL DE LATTRE DE TASSSIGNY
F-78997 ELANCOURT CEDEX
France

Edition: 1

Printed: November 2011

© Copyright Alfa Laval Moatti sas® 2011. Printed in France.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 WARNING SIGNS AND LABELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 WORKING PRACTICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.6 ALFA LAVAL SERVICE AND SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2.0 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 MAIN ASSEMBLIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2.1 Filter housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2.2 Electric motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2.3 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2.4 Optional equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 APPLICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.1 Filter in the “circulating part“ (“Hot side“) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.2 Filter in the “supply part“ (“Cold side“) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4 DESIGN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4.1 Continuous backflushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4.2 Disc-type filter elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4.3 Filtered oil drives the continuous backflushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4.4 No disposable filter elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4.5 Constant pressure drop over the filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4.6 Compact and lightweight design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.5 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.5.1 Phase I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.5.2 Phase II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.6 PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.7 AUTO DRAIN VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.8 ELECTRIC CABINET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3.0 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1 PRE-START CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1.1 Before initial start-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1.2 Immediately before the initial start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.2 INITIAL START-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.3 NORMAL STOP/START UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.3.1 For HFO operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.3.2 For MDO operation and HFO operation if the system is not flushed before a
stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.4 NORMAL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.4.1 Determination of reference values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.4.2 Daily checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.4.3 Daily drain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.4.4 Regular overhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.4.5 Alarm checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4.6 Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

4.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

4.1 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.2 PROBLEMS DURING START-UP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.2.1 Pressure drop value above 0.2 - 0.5 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.2.2 Alarm during initial start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.3 EXTERNAL LEAKAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.3.1 Leakage on top of the automatic filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.3.2 Leakage around the filter housing of the automatic filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.4 ELECTRIC MOTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.4.1 Electric motor changing direction or low torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.4.2 No revolution of the electric motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.4.3 Electrical connections, electric diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.5 ABNORMAL VALUES ON DAILY CHECKS BUT NO DP-ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.6 PROBLEMS WITH THE DP-ALARM ACTIVATED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

5.0 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.1 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.2 OVERHAUL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.2.1 Tools and spares required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.2.2 Disassembly of the diversion head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.2.3 Disassembly of the filtering unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.2.4 Cleaning and inspection of the filtering unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.2.5 Assembly of the filtering unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.2.6 Assembly of the diversion head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.2.7 Checks at start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.3 OVERHAUL OF THE ELECTRIC MOTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.3.1 Tools and spares required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.3.2 Disassembly of the electric motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.3.3 Change of the lubricant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
5.3.4 Assembly of the electric motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

6.0 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.1 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.2 THE FILTER IN THE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
6.3 FILTER LOCATION SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
6.3.1 Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
6.3.2 Space requirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
6.3.3 Accessible location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
6.4 SYSTEM PIPING CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
6.5 CONNECTION OF THE ELECTRIC MOTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6.6 CONNECTION OF THE PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.7 FLUSHING THE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

7.0 SPARE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

7.1 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
7.2 ORDERING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
7.3 FILTER F152DE-12/6 to 30/12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
7.3.1 Automatic part F152DE-12/6 to 30/12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
7.3.2 Gaskets for the filter F152DE-12/6 to 30/12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
7.4 FILTERING UNIT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
7.4.1 Parts list and exploded view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
7.4.2 Complete filtering unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
7.4.3 Distributor and sleeve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
7.4.4 Full flow and diversion filter elements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
7.5 Electric motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
7.5.1 Parts list and exploded view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
7.6 AUTO DRAIN VALVE F152DE-12/6 to 30/12 (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

8.0 TECHNICAL DATA AND DRAWINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

8.1 VARIOUS DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
8.2 DIMENSIONED DRAWINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
8.2.1 Filter F152DE-12/6 to 30/12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
8.2.2 Counter flanges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
9.0 ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.1 PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.1.1 Functions of the indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.1.2 Operating description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.1.3 Functionally checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
9.1.4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
9.1.5 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
9.1.6 Technical data and drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
9.2 AUTO DRAIN VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
9.2.1 Function description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
9.2.2 Electric diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
9.2.3 Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
9.2.4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
9.2.5 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

APPENDIX A. SPARE PARTS ORDERING FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

APPENDIX B. HOW TO CONTACT ALFA LAVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Pay attention to the safety instructions in this booklet.
• Below three different types of instruction used in the text are
displayed.

DANGER:
! This type of safety instruction is used where
there is a grave danger of injury to persons
and/or serious damage to the equipment or the
environment.

WARNING:
! This type of safety instruction is used where
there is a danger of injury to persons and/or
damage to the equipment or the environment.

! CAUTION:

This type of safety instruction is used where

danger of injury to persons and/or damage to
equipment or the environment, can occur if the
instruction is not followed.

• On the following pages you will find:

- Warning signs and labels. The illustration shows where to find
them on the equipment.
- Safety precautions and instructions which contain important
information concerning safety.

1.2 WARNING SIGNS AND LABELS

2GR-057 1GX-001D

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAN

CAUSE ACCIDENTS RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY TO
PERSONS AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.

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1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

Incorrect installation, operation and maintenance, or use of non-
original parts, can cause a breakdown of the equipment.

Personnel installing, operating or performing service must have proper

knowledge and skill for their task. It is essential to read, understand
and follow the instructions in this manual.

• Always follow safety regulations, local or general, concerning

lifting devices, electrical equipment, pressure vessels,
inflammable, toxic or corrosive process media etc.

• Always follow Alfa Laval’s specifications concerning checking and

maintenance intervals.

• Always follow stated values for process parameters.

• Always use ear-protection when working in noisy environments.

• Never use the filter for filtering other liquids or liquids with other
characteristics than originally specified. If your requirements
change, always consult your Alfa Laval representative before any
changes are made.

• A filter has maximum and minimum safe operating limits

concerning temperature, pressure, flow etc. (see Technical Data
and Drawings). Operating above or below these limits may be
potentially dangerous.
3XX-001
• Be careful when working near pipes, valves, heaters, or motors. If
you come in contact with hot liquids, hot surfaces or steam you
may experience severe burns.

• Never neglect alarms. They indicate a faulty condition. The cause

of the alarm must be found and corrected before restart.

3XX-002
IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN ABOUT ANY POINTS CONTACT
YOUR ALFA LAVAL REPRESENTATIVE

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1.4 WORKING PRACTICES

Good working practices help to avoid unnecessary damage to
equipment or injury to personnel and can prolong the working life of
the filter. The following points will contribute towards this:

1. Never leave the equipment in a potentially dangerous state, such

as leaving the drain cock open when the filter is shut down.

2. Only use the correct tools for the job in hand.

3. Remove all personal jewellery when working on the filter.

1.5 WARRANTY

! CAUTION:

The warranty covering the equipment will be

invalid in the event of damage caused by
unspecified working practices and/or failure to
observe the correct specified procedures.

In addition, any relevant classification society or local authority

regulations must be followed.

1.6 ALFA LAVAL SERVICE AND SUPPORT

A list of Alfa Laval representatives can be found in the appendix at the
end of this book.

The support available from each Alfa Laval representative varies

according to location and size. The following is a list of all types of
support that may be provided:

1. Technical advice
2. Spare parts
3. On-board service
4. Repair shop

If there is anything in this manual about which you are uncertain

please contact

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F-78997 ELANCOURT
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Phone +33 1 30 81 81 81

or your local Alfa Laval representative.

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2 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
2.1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW
The complete filter comprises three main
assemblies:
• Filter housing
• Filtering unit
• Electric motor

The filtering unit is completely contained within the

filter housing and a number of accessories are
located outside the filter housing. The electric motor
is located on the top of the filter housing.

Various optional equipment can also be delivered

with the complete filter.

2GR-056

Moatti automatic fuel oil filter F152DE

2.2 MAIN ASSEMBLIES

2.2.1 Filter housing

1 The filter housing comprises two main sections,

P these are :
• Diversion head (1)
L
• Filter body (2).
The positioning of the filtering unit within the filter
housing creates two separate filter chambers. These
are:

E
• Full-flow chamber (E)
• Diversion chamber (L)
2 The full-flow chamber (E) contains the full-flow filter
F elements that remove the harmful solids from the
fuel oil before it enters the engine.
The diversion chamber (L) contains the diversion
filter elements that filter the backflushed oil with its
solids from the full-flow chamber. The solids will
A
concentrate in this chamber and will be removed
from the fuel oil system by periodic draining.
The bottom of the filter body contains a heating
chamber.
A = Oil inlet
2DR-093 F = Filtered oil to engine
P = Backflushed oil
W = Steam inlet/outlet
Filter housing W W

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2.2.1.1 Filtering unit

29 The filtering unit comprises a distributor (16) in the
centre which routes the incoming oil and controls the
filtering and backflushing procedure. This is covered
18 by a sleeve (18) over which two types of filter
element are placed. The bottom section houses the
finer full-flow filter elements (30) and the shorter top
16 section houses the coarser diversion filter elements
(29). Both sets of filter elements are located over
31 four assembling rods (31) to complete the filtering
15 unit. The bottom of the filtering unit is equipped with
30 a strainer (15).
2DR-082
Filtering unit
The full-flow filter elements (30) are clamped
between the full-flow companion spacer (27) and the
full- flow cover (28) by means of the springs (19) and
the rods (31).

The diversion filter elements (29) are clamped

between the diversion companion spacer (25) and
the diversion cover (24) by means of the rods (31).

Both types of filter element are made up from two

31 element halves. Each half comprises an aluminium
24
29 framework of 8 equal sectors separated by radial
ribs. Between each rib is a stainless steel filter
25 screen. When the pairs of filter elements are stacked
together they form 8 independent filtering columns in
each filter chamber.
19
The main physical differences between the two
27 types of elements are as follows:
31
• The full-flow filter element screen is finer.
18 30
• When the two filter halves are put together the
16 28 full-flow filter elements have the openings on the
outside (A) and the diversion filter elements
have the openings on the inside (B).

• The diversion filter element internal diameter is

slightly smaller to prevent mixing of the
elements during assembly.

Section of filtering unit 2DR-094

2FU-002
A 2FU-003
Full-flow filter element Diversion filter element

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2.2.2 Electric motor

45 The electric motor (45) is located on top of the filter
housing.

The electric motor drives the distributor (16) with a

constant rotation speed, which controls the filtering/
2DR-080
Location of electric motor backflushing procedure.

2.2.3 Accessories
The following accessories are attached to the filter :
• Pressure drop indicator (44) with associated
feed pipes and isolator cocks, (A1) and (B1),
drain cok (46) for the diversion chamber.
P
• Counter flanges with gaskets and nuts for :
46 • Inlet (A)
• outlet (F)
• Coupling for :
• Backflushed oil outlet (P) of the automatic
filter.
F
A1 NOTE !

44 See also chapter 8.

A
B1
2GR-056
Moatti automatic fuel oil filter F152DE
2.2.4 Optional equipment
The following optional equipment can be delivered
with the complete filter :
• Insulation of the filter.
• Set of gaskets (see chapter 7).
• Auto drain valve.
• Electric cabinet.

NOTE !

These gaskets are needed for mainte-

nance of the filter (see also chapters 5
and 7).

2FU-010 • Air/water gun for cleaning clogged filter

Air/water gun elements (Article No. 1800-08878)

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2.3 APPLICATIONS
The application for this type of filter is for full flow filtering of fuel oils for diesel engines.
The location of the filter both in the "circulating part" ("hot side") and in the "supply part" ("cold side") in
pressurized fuel conditioning system is shown below.

2.3.1 Filter in the “circulating part“ (“Hot side“)

P3
PRV Q5 DE
BF PCV PE
T3
TS
CP H V1 MF V2 V21

SP FM Q3 V3 Q2, P2 3XX-005B

TS = SERVICE TANK Q2 = FLOW FROM FILTER TO DIESEL ENGINE

SP = SUPPLY PUMP P2 = PRESSURE IN FILTER OUTLET
PRV = PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE FOR Q3 = BACKFLUSHING FLOW
SUPPLY PUMP Q5 = FLOW FROM DIESEL ENGINE TO
FM = FLOW METER DEAERATOR
T3 = DEAERATOR V1,V2,V3 = SHUT OFF VALVE
P3 = PRESSURE IN THE DEAERATOR V21 = PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE
CP = CIRCULATING PUMP (This valve is needed only in special cases)
H = HEATER PE = PRESSURE AT ENGINE INLET
MF = MOATTI AUTOMATIC FILTER DE = DIESEL ENGINE
BF = BY-PASS FILTER PCV = PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE OF DIESEL
ENGINE

2.3.2 Filter in the “supply part“ (“Cold side“)

Q5
DE

BF PCV PE

T2
TS
SP V1 MF V2 FM CP H
Q4
Q2
Q3 V3
3XX-006B

TS = SERVICE TANK FM = FLOW METER

SP = SUPPLY PUMP T2 = DEAERATOR
MF = MOATTI AUTOMATIC FILTER CP = CIRCULATING PUMP
BF = BY-PASS FILTER Q4 = FLOW TO DIESEL ENGINE
Q2 = FLOW FROM FILTER Q5 = FLOW FROM DIESEL ENGINE TO
Q3 = BACKFLUSHING FLOW DEAERATOR
PRV = PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE OF H = HEATER
SUPPLY PUMP DE = DIESEL ENGINE
V1,V2,V3 = SHUT OFF VALVE PE = PRESSURE AT ENGINE INLET
PCV = PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE OF DIESEL
ENGINE

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2.4 DESIGN FEATURES

The Moatti automatic fuel oil filter is not a conventional type of
automatic filter. Conventional filters generally work on the principle
that the backflushing is initiated when the pressure drop across the
filter reaches a pre-set value. The Moatti filter is unique as it works on
a principle of continuous backflushing. Generally 15 to 20% of the
filtered oil is always backflushing one column of the filter elements.

2.4.1 Continuous backflushing

The Moatti automatic filter is continuously backflushed, column by
column. The backflushing is performed with filtered oil and the entire
filter surface is cleaned once every 1 to 3 minutes. This prevents
retained solids from sticking to the filter surface, ensuring a low and
constant pressure drop. Therefore, the need for manual cleaning of
the filter elements is reduced to a minimum.

2.4.2 Disc-type filter elements

The Moatti automatic filter is fitted with robust disc-type filter
elements.This design feature, together with the low and constant
pressure drop (from the continuous backflushing), eliminate the risk of
cracked filter elements.

2.4.3 Filtered oil drives the continuous backflushing

Filtered oil is used for backflushing of the filter elements.

2.4.4 No disposable filter elements

The Moatti automatic filter contains no disposable elements. The
backflushed solids are concentrated in the secondary filtration
chamber (diversion chamber) and are discharged by periodic draining.

2.4.5 Constant pressure drop over the filter

As the continuous backflushing process gives a constant pressure
drop it is possible to get an immediate indication from the pressure
drop indicator when something is wrong in the fuel oil system.

2.4.6 Compact and lightweight design

The design gives a simple compact, lightweight and reliable system
which is easy to install. It also provides increased possibilities for up-
grading of existing installations

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L
K

E E

F
J

D B

S A

2DR-096

Phase I

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2.5 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

2.5.1 Phase I
Filtering in the full-flow chamber

1. Unfiltered oil enters the filter at (A) and flows through the strainer
(S) into the chamber (B) - the space between the distributor (C)
and the inner perimeter of the sleeve (J) on which the full-flow
filter elements (D) are mounted.

2. The oil is distributed from this space through the full-flow filter
elements (D) in seven of the eight filtering columns (the eight
column is being backflushed). The solids are trapped on the inner
side of the elements in the seven filtering columns.

3FU-002 2FU-004

3. The filtered oil flows into the full-flow chamber (E) and is fed
through the filter outlet (F) towards the engine.

Backflushing in the full-flow chamber

4. While the full-flow takes place in seven columns, solids are being
removed from the elements in the eighth column by backflushing
(from outside to inside of the column) using part of the filtered oil
from the full-flow chamber (E).

5. The backflushed oil and removed solids flow through passage (K)
in the distributor (C) to the diversion chamber (L).

K
3FU-003 2FU-005

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Filtering in the diversion chamber

6. The backflushed oil with solids that enter the diversion chamber
(L) passes through six of the diversion filtering columns (from
outside to inside). The solids are trapped on the outside of the
diversion filter elements (M).

3FU-005

7. The filtered backflushed oil flows through the return passage (N)
in the distributor to the “after”-diversion chamber (T) and is
L recirculated from the backflushed oil outlet (P) to the deaerator
(see 2.3.1 “Hot side“) or to the suction side of the supply pump
(see 2.3.2 “Cold side“).
N
8. No backflushing is performed in the diversion chamber during this
M phase of the operation.
2FU-011

P
M T

L N

Phase I 2DR-096

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2.5.2 Phase II
The second phase of the filtering operation occurs when the electric
motor has rotated the distributor 1/16th of a revolution .

Filtering in the full-flow chamber

1. Because of the new position of the distributor, filtering is now

carried out in six of the eight filtering columns.

2. No backflushing is carried out in the full-flow chamber during this

phase.

F
K
P
2FU-006 M T

N
L

V E
F

Phase II 2DR-097

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Backflushing in the diversion chamber

3. Part of the filtered oil in the full-flow chamber (E) flows through the
distributor passage (R) and through one column of the diversion
filter element (M), from inside to outside, removing the trapped
solids from the outer side of the elements.
L
R

M
3FU-008
2FU-007

4. The heavy particles settle to the bottom of the diversion chamber

(L) and are discharged periodically through the drain valve (V).

Filtering in the diversion chamber

5. The backflushed oil, without the settled solids, now passes

through the other seven columns, from outside to inside, of the
diversion filter elements. The solids are trapped on the outer side
of the elements.

2FU-008
3FU-005

6. The filtered oil flows through the return passage (N) in the
distributor to the “after”-diversion chamber (T) and is recirculated
from the backflushed oil outlet (P) to the deaerator (see 2.3.1 “Hot
side“) or to the suction side of the supply pump (see 2.3.2 “Cold
side“).

Removal of trapped solids

7. The solids trapped in the diversion chamber (settled solids and

solids from the elements) are discharged periodically through the
valve (V).

Operation of the electric motor

8. The electric motor rotates the distributor to Phase I.

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2.6 PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR

The inlet pressure P1 is taken before the strainer
(15) and the outlet pressure P2 is taken "after" the
full-flow elements in the filter body (2). Both
monitoring points are fitted with isolator cocks and
pipework to connect them to the pressure drop
indicator (44).

The pressure drop indicator shows the pressure

drop ΔP (P1 - P2) across the full-flow elements. Due
to the continuous backflushing, ΔP is constant during
operation. It may vary from 0.2 to 0.4 bar.

If for any reason the filter starts to clog, the pressure

drop will increase. To prevent the filter becoming
completely clogged the pressure drop indicator is
equipped with a preset alarm value (ΔP-alarm) of 0.8
bar.

If the pressure drop reaches the preset value, an

electrical contact is switched giving possibility for a
2GR-056 signal to the control system of the engine.
Pressure drop indicator configuration

! CAUTION:

The pressure drop indicator

must be connected to the
engine control system for the
ΔP-alarm to safeguard the
engine. On activation of a ΔP-
alarm, the trouble shooting
activities must be started
immediately, see chapter 4.

2.7 AUTO DRAIN VALVE

The solenoid valve is piped to the filter head (L). Its
function is to drain periodically the diversion
chamber.

2.8 ELECTRIC CABINET

Its function is to monitor the periodical drains of the
diversion chamber, via the solenoid valve.

W : To the solenoid valve

X : To sludge tank
Y : Power supply
2AD-002
Z : To remote alarm

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3 OPERATION
3.1 PRE-START CHECKS
3.1.1 Before initial start-up

! CAUTION:

The fuel oil system must be cleaned from

contaminants from the installation work before
the first operation of the automatic filter. This
“flushing” must NOT be made through the
automatic filter as it can damage the filter
screen and clog the filter, see chapter 6.

! CAUTION:

Ensure that the pressure drop indicator is

connected to the control system of the engine.

V3 3.1.2 Immediately before the initial start-up

1
The following checks must be made :

46 V2 V21 1. Check that the following valves and cocks are open :

• Inlet valve V1 to the filter

• Outlet valve V2 from the filter
• Outlet valve V3 in the backflushing line.
• Isolator cocks (A) and (B) on the pressure drop
indicator pipes, located on the filter body (2).
• Valves V4 on the heating pipes. (If HFO
operation). Notice that the V4 valves can be
V1 closed during normal operation.
V4 V4 2DR-099A • Pressure regulating valve (V21) in filter outlet (if
installed), see section 6.4.

2. Check that the drain cock (46) on the diversion head

(1) is closed.
A
3. Check that the electric connections between the
motor and the electric cabinet are correct.

B
2GR-056

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3.2 INITIAL START-UP

! CAUTION:

Ensure that the other items of equipment in the

engine fuel oil system are fully functional and
operational.

The following describes the checking procedures for the initial start-
up.

1. Ensure that fuel oil is flowing through the filter at the required
capacity.

2. Check the function of the electric motor. The time for one
revolution should be :
1’ 35” with 50 Hz AC
1’ 20” with 60 Hz AC.

NOTE !

If the operating indicator does not rotate regularly :

2DR-093
2ZZ-001 - Check all the electrical connections see chapter 4
«Trouble Shooting».

3. Check the pressure drop on the pressure drop indicator and read
off the value. Under normal operating conditions the value should
not exceed 0.2 - 0.4 bar. If the value is higher see chapter 4.

4. Check for any external oil leaks. If there is an oil leakage, tighten
the bolts or change the gaskets as necessary, see also chapter 4.

2GR-056
Checking pressure drop indicator

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3.3 NORMAL STOP/START UP

These procedures are valid for stop/start of the fuel conditionning
system without overhaul of the filter.

3.3.1 For HFO operation

If the system (with the automatic filter) is flushed with diesel oil before
a stop :

• Before the stop :

- V4 should be closed.
V3 - Let the system flush with diesel oil.
1
• After the stop :
- V1, V2, V3, A and B should be closed.
46 - V4 should remain closed.
V2 V21
- V21 (if installed) should not be touched.
- Drain cock (46) should remain closed.

• Before restart :
- V1, V2, V3, A and B should be opened.
- V4 should remain closed.
- V21 (if installed) should not be touched.
- Drain cock (46) should remain closed.
V1
V4 V4
• When switching to HFO operation :
2DR-099A - Let the system flush with HFO.
- V4 should be opened.

3.3.2 For MDO operation and HFO operation if the

A system is not flushed before a stop
• After the stop :
- V1, V2, V3, A and B should be closed.
- V4 should be open(ed).
- V21 (if installed) should not be touched.
B - Drain cock (46), depressurisation valve (DP) and
deaeration valve (DA) should remain closed.
2GR-056

• Before restart :
- V1, V2, V3, A and B should be opened.
- V4 should remain open.
- V21 (if installed) should not be touched.
- Drain cock (46) should remain closed.

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3.4 NORMAL OPERATION

When correctly installed and initially started-up the Moatti automatic
fuel oil filter requires very little attention. However, to ensure continued
reliable operation, the filter must be checked at regular intervals.

3.4.1 Determination of reference values

Approximately 100 operating hours after the initial start- up or major
maintenance procedure, (see chapter 5), reference values for the
pressure drop must be noted as follows:

- Note the pressure drop on the pressure drop indicator and mark
this value "ΔP-ref" on the indicator.

2DR-092
A =ΔP-ref
Pressure drop reference value

3.4.2 Daily checks

Every day the pressure drop must be checked, visually for:

- The pressure drop does not exceed 0.2 bar higher than the
reference value determined in 3.5.1.

If the pressure drop value is higher than stated see chapter 4, "Trouble
Shooting".

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3.4.3 Daily drain

The diversion chamber must be drained every 24 operating hours. The
manual procedure to do this is as follows:

WARNlNG:
! Open the drain cock slowly to prevent hot oil
from splashing in the funnel.

1. Open the drain cock (46) by 1/4 of a turn (cock handle in line with
cock) and keep it open for approximately 15 seconds. The drained
fuel oil quantity will be approximately 3-5 litres and will drain into a
sludge tank.

2. Close the cock.

46

2GX-013 2GX-014

Open drain cock Closed drain cock

3.4.4 Regular overhaul

Cleaning and inspection of the automatic filter must be carried out in
accordance with the maintenance procedures in chapter 5 after the
following approximate number of months :

Filter housing and filtering unit :

• Each 6-12 months.

Electric motor :

• Each 12000 hours : Capacitor (to be changed)

• Each 2 years : grease (to be changed)
• Each 4 years : electric motor (to be changed)

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3.4.5 Alarm checks

If a ΔP-alarm occurs, see chapter 4.

3.4.6 Summary
The following table summarises the checks required during operation.

After Each Each Each Each Each Each Ref

Operational Checks the day 6-12 12-18 12000 2 4
first months months hours years years
100h
Determine “ΔP-ref” value for pressure
1 X 3.5.1
drop
2 Check correct rotation of electric motor X 3.5.1
3 Check pressure drop X 3.5.2
4 Drain diversion chamber X 3.5.3
Clean and inspect filter housing and
5 X 3.5.4
filtering units
6 Change grease inside electric motor X 3.5.4
7 Change electric motor X 3.5.4
8 Change capacitor of the electric motor X 6.5

6
2
7

2DR-095 2EM-024

2EM-021

2FU-009
2DR-121

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4 TROUBLE SHOOTING
4.1 GENERAL
This chapter deals with the most common problems when the filter
does not work correctly or when the ΔP-alarm occurs. It will give the
possible reasons for the problems and actions to solve them.
The chapter is divided into the following main sections :
• Problems during start-up, see section 4.2.
• External leakage, see section 4.3.
• No revolution of the electric motor, see section 4.4.
• Abnormal values on daily checks but no ΔP-alarm,
see section 4.5.
• Problems with the ΔP-alarm activated, see section 4.6.

Drain action 46

Open drain cock (46)

for about 30 seconds.

2GX-013

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4.2 PROBLEMS DURING START-UP

4.2.1 Pressure drop value above 0.2 - 0.5 bar

CAUSE ACTION
Partly clogged filter elements and/or partly clogged inlet Drain the diversion chamber. Continue the operation
strainer from "flushing" through the filter. and check if the pressure drop decreases. If not, open
the filter and clean the filter elements and inlet strainer.
Partly clogged filter elements, due to the backflushing Modify the installation. The backflushing line should be
line, too long and too narrow. of equal or greater diameter than the outlet and should
be a short pipe with a minimum number of bends and
no restrictions.
Filtration temperature too low. Wait and see because the temperature will probably
increase. If it does not, check the fuel oil heating
system.
For Filter located in the Too low pressure difference Throttle the pressure regulating valve (V21), if installed.
“hot side” between filter outlet (P2) and (For figures see 4.1.)
(P3)
Too large circulating pump Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
(CP) or too small filter
selected.
For filter located in the Too large supply pump (SP) Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
“cold side” or too small filter selected.
4.2.2 Alarm during initial start-up

CAUSE ACTION
No revolution of the electric motor See chapter 4.4.
Partly clogged filter elements and/or partly clogged inlet Drain the diversion chamber. Continue the operation
strainer from “flushing” through the filter. and check if the pressure drop decreases. If not, open
the filter and clean the filter elements and inlet strainer.
Partly clogged filter elements. Probably due to engine Drain the diversion chamber.
stopped on distillate, and compatibility problem. If it does not decrase the pressure drop, open the filter
and clean the filter elements.
Valve V3 is closed, which will mean no backflushing and Open the filter and clean the elements. Open valve V3.
clogged filter elements.
The backflushing line, too long and narrow. Modify the installation. The backflushing line should be
of equal or greater diameter than the outlet and should
be a short pipe with a minimum number of bends and
no restrictions.
Filtration temperature too low. Wait and see because the temperature will probably
increase. If it does not, check the fuel oil heating
system.
For Filter located in the Too low pressure difference Throttle the pressure regulating valve (V21), if installed.
“hot side” between filter outlet (P2) and (For figures see 4.2.1.)
(P3).
Too large circulating pump Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
(CP) or too small filter
selected.
For filter located in the Too large supply pump (SP) Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
“cold side” or too small filter selected.
The remaining amount of contaminants in the system Open the filter and clean the elements.
after “flushing” is too high.
The centrifugal separator is incorrectly adjusted or too Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
small.
The filter is too small. Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.

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4.3 EXTERNAL LEAKAGE

4.3.1 Leakage on top of the automatic filter

CAUSE ACTION
Defective O-rings. Replace the O-rings (39) and the gasket (40), see
chapter 5.

4.3.2 Leakage around the filter housing of the automatic filter

CAUSE ACTION
Screws holding the filter body and diversion head Tighten the screws (4). If it still leaks replace the O-ring
together are loose. (41).
Screws holding the cover for heating chamber are loose Tighten the screws (7). If it still leaks replace the gasket
(47).
Drain plugs in the filter body and diversion head are Tighten the plugs (10, 35). If it still leaks replace the
loose. copper gaskets (11, 36).
Leakage at backflushing oil outlet. Replace the gasket (13).

39

40

13
4
10-11
41

35-36

2GR-058 2GR-059

7 47
Leakage on top of the electric motor
and around filter housing of the filters

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4.4 ELECTRIC MOTOR

4.4.1 Electric motor changing direction or low torque

CAUSE ACTION
An electrical connection is not correct. Verify the electrical connections and the correct wiring
arrangement of the electric motor.
The capacitor (C1) is out of operation. Change the capacitor for one of the same kind : 0.5 µF,
450V (220V AC), 2 µF 450V (110V AC).

4.4.2 No revolution of the electric motor

CAUSE ACTION
The power supply is not connected. Verify that the disconnecting switch is in the correct
position, then press the Start button.
The motor has been stopped on the electric cabinet by Restart the electric motor by pressing the Start button
mistake. (S1).
The automatic fuse (F2) in the electric cabinet is tripped Reset the automatic fuse (F2) to the ON position.
or in OFF position.
The Circuit breaker (F1) is not switched on. Switch on the Circuit breaker (F1), pressing the ON
button.
The Circuit breaker (F1) is not correctly adjusted. Verify the preset intensity on the Circuit breaker (F1).
The preset value is : 0.12 A (220V AC),
0.22 A (110V AC).
An electrical connection is not correct. Verify the electrical connections and the correct wiring
arrangement of the electric motor.
The capacitor (C1) is out of operation. Change the capacitor for one of the same kind : 0.5 µF,
450V (220V AC), 2 µF 450V (110V AC).
The electric motor is out of operation (ie when the Change the electric motor. ( see chapter 5).
above points 1. to 7. have been checked and found
correct).

WARNING:
! Operations in the electric cabinet must be made by a certified electrician to
prevent electrical shocks.

NOTE !

Make sure that the capacitor is of the required capacity.

The capacity of the capacitor is written on the name plate of the electric motor.

!
CAUTION:

Mounting of a capacitor of other value than indicated will destroy the electric
motor.

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4.4.3 Electrical connections, electric diagram

Electric motor connection

Connection Cable core Connection

on the KM1 N° on the electric
relay motor

Earth Braid Earth

T1 1 V

T2 2 Z

T3 3 Y 2EM-004

NOTE !

It is very important to follow the above specification about the position of the connections,
otherwise the electric motor will not function correctly.

2 x 110 V 2 x 220 V
or
50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz

2EM-005C
Electric diagram

Specification :
The length of the wire between the thermal relay and the electric motor should not exceed 10 meter

Remark :
KX1 and KX2 may not exist on some installations

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4.5 ABNORMAL VALUES ON DAILY CHECKS BUT NO ΔP-ALARM

Pressure drop value is more than 0.2 bar higher than the reference value from section 3.5.1.

CAUSE ACTION
The concentration of contaminants in the oils feed is too Drain the diversion chamber more frequently.
high causing partly clogged filter elements and/or inlet
strainer. This could be due to: Ask the operator to check the adjustment of the
- Rough weather stirs up the contaminants from the centrifugal separator.
bottom of the service tank (for ship only).
- The centrifugal separator is incorrectly adjusted.
There is a normal concentration of contaminants in the Drain the diversion chamber more frequently.
oil feed. However, the times between draining the
diversion chamber may be too long causing partly
clogged filter elements.
The filter elements start to clogg. Drain the diversion chamber and check if the pressure
drop decreases. If not, be prepared to open the filter
and clean the filter elements soon.
The electric motor does not function. See chapter 4.6 for electric trouble shooting.
Only for filter located in Filtration temperature too low. Try to increase the temperature.
the “cold side”

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4.6 PROBLEMS WITH THE ΔP-ALARM ACTIVATED 46

Open
If the ΔP-alarm occurs, first carry out activities 1 and 2 right. Open
drain cock
1. Drain the diversion chamber: Open the drain cock (46)
for about 30 seconds.

2. Read the ΔP value on the pressure drop indicator

and note it down.
2GX-013

! CAUTION:

Be sure that the power supply of the electric motor has been switched off before any
dismantling of the filter.

CAUSE ACTION
Partly clogged filter elements and/or partly clogged inlet Drain the diversion chamber.
strainer from “flushing” through the filter. Can be Continue the operation and check if the pressure drop
probably due to engine stopped on distillate, and decreases. If the pressure drop decreases. If not, open
compatibility problem. the filter and clean the filter elements and inlet strainer.
Valve V3 is partially or completely closed, which will Open the filter and clean the elements.
mean no backflushing and clogged filter elements. Open valve V3.
The backflushing line, too long and narrow. Modify the installation. The backflushing line should be
of equal or greater diameter than the outlet and should
be a short pipe with a minimum number of bends and
no restrictions.
The electric motor does not function. See chapter 4.4.
Filtration temperature too low. Wait and see because the temperature will probably
increase. If it does not, check the fuel oil heating
system.
For filter located in the Too low pressure difference Throttle the pressure regulating valve (V21), if installed.
“hot side” between filter outlet (P2) and For figures see 4.2.
deaerator (P3).
Too large large circulating Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
pump (CP).
For filter located in the Too large supply pump (SP) Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
“cold side” or too small filter selected.
The remaining amount of contaminants in the system Open the filter and clean the elements
after “flushing” is too high.
The centrifugal separator is incorrectly adjusted or too Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
small.
The filter is too small Contact Alfa Laval Moatti.
The concentration of contaminants in the oil feed is too Drain the diversion chamber.
high causing partly clogged filter elements and/or inlet If the pressure drop does not decrease: open the filter
strainer. This could be due to: and clean the elements and/or the inlet strainer.
- Rough weather stirs up the contaminants from the - when operating the filter again, drain the diversion
bottom of the service tank (for ship only). chamber more frequently.
- The centrifugal separator is incorrectly adjusted. -Ask the operator to ensure that the centrifugal
separator is put into operation.
There is a normal concentration of contaminants in the Drain the diversion chamber.
oil feed. However, the times between draining the If the pressure drop does not decrease: open the filter
diversion chamber may be too long causing clogged and clean the elements and/or the inlet strainer.
filter elements. Drain the diversion chamber more frequently.

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5.1 GENERAL
The design and the operating cycle of the filter
minimize the need for maintenance. However in
order to ensure reliable operation of the filter it has
to be

cleaned and inspected at regular intervals

(see 3.5.4).

Pressure drop alarms or breakdowns (see chapter 4)

may shorten this period. This chapter is divided into
the following sections :

• Overhaul of the automatic part of the filter (5.2)

• Overhaul of the electric motor (5.3).

Sections 5.2 and 5.3 are structured as follows :

• Tools and spares required

• Disassembly procedures

• Cleaning/inspection tasks

• Assembly procedures.

Required new parts can be found in chapter 7, which

contains an illustrated parts list for the filter and
electric motor. A sample ordering form is included in
the appendices for ordering spare parts.

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5.2 OVERHAUL 5.2.2 Disassembly of the diversion

head
The overhaul of the filter requires a complete
disassembly followed by cleaning and inspection
of the components. Damaged or worn
WARNING:
components should be replaced, see chapter 7.
The complete maintenance schedule is as ! Ensure that the fuel
follows:
conditioning system is shut
• Tools and spares required (see 5.2.1) down before starting the
disassembly, or that the by-
• Disassembly of the diversion head (see pass filter is in service.
5.2.2)
• Disassembly of the filtering unit (5.2.3)
WARNING:
• Cleaning and inspection of the filtering unit
(see 5.2.4)
! Ensure that the power supply
• Assembly of the filtering unit (see 5.2.5) of the electric motor has
been switched off on the
• Assembly of the diversion head (see 5.2.6) electric panel
• Checks at start up (see 5.2.7).
1. Close the following valves to/from the filter.
5.2.1 Tools and spares required.
The following tools and spare parts are required V1 - Inlet valve
V2 - Outlet valve
for the overhaul of the filtering unit:
V3 - Valve in the back-flushing pipe
• Set of gaskets for the filter housing (See V4 - On the heating pipes
7.3.3)
2. Close the (V3) Valve in the backflushing line
• Set of metric spanners
Open the drain cock (46) and let the
• Wooden base/bench
diversion chamber drain.
• Pliers
Do not touch the pressure regulating valve
• Lubricant for O-rings (V21), if installed.
• Cleaning tray
• Cleaning solvent (not ACID)
• Air/water gun V3
• Hot tap water
• Compressed air 46
V2 V21
• Protective clothing
• Soft brush
• Bucket of diesel oil
• Emery cloth (fine grade)
• Gloves.

V1
V4 V4
2DR-099A

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Do not touch the pressure drop indicator (44). 4. Unscrew and remove the four screws (54)
and washers (55) of the electric motor (45)
5. Remove the electric motor and carefully
place it on a wooden bench.

WARNING
! The electric motor may be
hot. Use gloves.

44

45

2GR-056
55
54
3. Place a suitable container by the drain plug
(35) in the filter body (2). Unscrew and
remove the drain plug (35) with its copper
2EM-021
gasket (36) from the filter body and let the oil
remaining in the filter drain.
6. Remove the motor support (53).

2 7

35-36 8
53

2GR-009
2EM-022

7. Insert a key on the shaft and turn the

distributor clockwise. This helps to empty the
filter completely.

2EM-023

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8. Close the drain cock (46) to the position 11. Unscrew and remove the four screws (4) with
shown. washers (5) for the diversion head (1).

WARNING
! The diversion head may be
hot. Use gloves.

Disconnect the automatic drain valve (if

46 fitted). Remove the diversion head (1).

1
2DR-090

4
9. Screw the drain plug (35) with its copper
5
gasket (36) back into the filter body (2).

35-36

2EM-024

12. Remove the circlips (58), the shaft (56) and

the ball bearing (57).

2GR-009

10. Disconnect the backflushing pipe.

40

57

56

57

58

2EM-025

2EM-027

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5.2.3 Disassembly of the filtering unit 3. Remove the circlip (22), then the ball bearing
(23) from the distributor (16). Make sure the
ball bearing rotates freely. Replace it if it is
WARNING seized or worn.
! The filtering unit may be hot.
Use gloves. 22

23
1. Lift out the filtering unit. Let any remaining oil
drain away and place the filtering unit on a 16
wooden bench.

2FU-037

4. Turn the filtering unit upside down on a

wooden bench.
Unscrew and remove the four nuts (33) and
washers (34) from the diversion cover (24).
Remove the cover.

2EM-026 33-34
24
2. Turn the filtering unit upside down on a
wooden bench. Unscrew and remove the two
screws (20) and remove the strainer (15).

20 15 2FU-012

5. Remove the diversion filter elements (29).

Check the number of elements. (Each
element consists of two parts).

29

2FU-015

2FU-013

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6. Lift out the distributor (16). Place the 8. Remove the full-flow filter elements (30).
distributor carefully on a wooden bench. Check the number of elements. (Each
element consists of two parts).

30

16

2FU-038A
2FU-017

7. Turn the filtering unit upside down on a

wooden bench. 9. Remove the full-flow companion spacer (27).
Unscrew and remove the four nuts (33) and The springs (19) are kept in place by screws
washers (34) from the full-flow cover (28). fitted to the spacer (26). Do not remove the
Remove the cover. springs.

33-34
28 27

19

26

2FU-039 2FU-040

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10. Unscrew and remove the two holding screws 5.2.4 Cleaning and inspection of the
(17) for the diversion companion spacer (25). filtering unit
Remove the spacer.
All components except the filter elements
25 1. Carefully clean all the components (except
the filter elements) with diesel oil using a soft
brush.

DO

17
2FU-041

11. Separate the sleeve (18) from the spacer 2FU-043A

(26) by pulling it out slowly. Place the sleeve

carefully on a wooden bench. 2. Remove the last solids retained on the
components using compressed air.

26 18

2FU-042

12. Pull out the four assembling rods (31) from

the spacer (26). Do not remove the springs 2FU-044A
(19) from the spacer.
3. Clean the ball bearing (23) fitted on the
distributor (16) and lubricate it. Make sure it
19
rotates freely. Replace it if it is seized or
31 worn.

23

16
26
2FU-021

2FU-024

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4. To remove the ball bearing (23), remove the Among efficient cleaning solvents can be
circlip (22) and then the ball bearing. mentioned :
• “Varsal Spirdane Haute teneur 40“ from
5. Inspect the condition of the driving pin (21). If Safety-Kleen Corp.
worn or bent, drive it through with a pin • “Innospec Carbo Clean 50 LN“
punch, and replace it with a new one. • “Innospec Gama Clean 28“
6. Before cleaning, keep one full-flow and one
diversion filter element as “guides” for the
22
reassembly of the filter halves after cleaning.
7. Put the filter element into a cleaning tray filled
23
with the cleaning solvent. Soak the filter
elements in the tray for at least 15 minutes.
21
16

2FU-045A
3FU-010

The filter elements only 8. Remove an element from the cleaning tray
and separate it into its halves.

WARNING:
! Follow the manufacturers
instructions carefully when
using solvents. Wear
protective clothing and
goggles. Use only in well
ventilated spaces. Keep
away from all naked flames 2FU-026
or sparks as the solvent
could be flammable. If the 9. Brush the element halves with a soft brush.
solvent comes into contact Then rinse the element halves on both sides
with your eyes, rinse with the air/water gun.
thoroughly with cold water Very important : with hot water.
and seek immediate medical
attention.

! CAUTION:

Do NOT use acid-based

cleaning solvents.

2FU-010

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10. Dry the element halves with compressed air. 5.2.5 Assembly of the filtering unit
11. Carefully examine the condition and
cleanliness of the two halves. Replace any
damaged elements. Always check the filter
screen to ensure that it is not cracked. If the
! CAUTION:

Use a wooden base or

elements were not clean, repeat the cleaning bench to work on.
procedure (steps 7 to 11) again. Increase the
time the element halves are in the cleaning
tray. 1. Insert the four assembling rods (31) into the
spacer (26).

31

26
2FU-021
2FU-027

2. Put the sleeve (18) into the spacer (26).

12. Reassemble the element halves and repeat Ensure that the “slots” in the sleeve fit
steps 8 to 11 on the next of element from the correctly into the spacer.
tray.

13. When all the elements have been

satisfactorily cleaned and reassembled 26 18
according to the “guide” elements, clean the
“guide” elements.

2FU-042

2FU-026

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3. Slide the diversion companion spacer (25) 6. Secure the full-flow cover (28) to the
over the assembling rods (31) and secure to assembling rods using the four nuts (33) and
the spacer (26) by means of the two holding washers (34). Insert a new O-ring (42) in the
screws (17). cover and lubricate it.

25

33-34
28

42
17
2FU-041
2FU-039
4. Slide the full-flow companion spacer (27)
over the other end of the assembling rods.
7. Turn the unit over and stand it on its full-flow
end. Lubricate the distributor (16) and insert
the distributor into the sleeve (18).
27

16

2FU-040

5. Lubricate the sleeve (18) and reassemble the

clean full-flow filter elements (30) one by one
onto the assembling rods (31). Take care not
to damage the elements on the rods. 18
Ensure that the same number of elements is
refitted as was taken out.

30 2FU-038A

18
31

2FU-034

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8. Lubricate the sleeve (18) and reassemble the 10. Turn the filtering unit upside down. Check the
clean diversion filter elements (29) one by ball bearing. Make sure it rotates freely.
one. Take care not to damage the elements Replace it if it is seized or worn. Reassemble
on the assembling rods (31). the ball bearing (23) on the distributor (16),
Ensure that the same number of elements is then the circlip (22).
refitted as was taken out.
23

23
29
16

18
31

2FU-037

11. Assemble the strainer (15) by mean of the

two screws (20).
2FU-028

9. Secure the diversion cover (24) to the 20 15

assembling rods using the four nuts (33) and
washers (34).
Insert a new O-ring (42) in the cover and
lubricate it.

33-34
24
2FU-015

12. Insert a new O-ring (41) on the filter body (2)

42 and lubricate it.
13. Lift in the filtering unit.
2FU-012

41

2EM-026

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5.2.6 Assembly of the diversion head 3. Connect the back-flushing pipe.

1. Replace the circlips (58), the shaft (56) and

the ball bearing (57). Insert a new O-ring
(40), lubricated with grease.

40

57 2EM-027

56
4. Insert a new O-ring (39) lubricated with
57 grease.
58 Insert and tighten the four screws (7) and
washers (8) of the support (53).
2EM-025

2. “Lift on” the diversion head (1). 7

8
Insert and tighten the four screws (4) with
washers (5) for the diversion head. 53
39
WARNING:
! If screws get lost it is
important to replace them
with screws of the same 2EM-022
grade as the original.
5. Insert the electric motor back onto the filter.
Ensure that the driving pin (A) is in the
correct position corresponding to the opening
of the driving shaft.

1 6. Insert and tighten the four screws (54) and

washers (55) of the electric motor
4
5

45
A
55
2EM-024 54

2EM-021

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7. Before starting-up the filter, 5.2.7 Checks at start-up
• Close the drain cock (46) 1. Check the filter for external oil leaks, (see
chapter 4 Trouble shooting for solutions).
• Open the valves :
V1 - Inlet valve 2. Check the pressure drop on the pressure
V2 - Oulet valve drop indicator. It should not be higher than
the reference value noted in section 3.5.1.
V3 - Valve in the backflushing line
V4 - Heating valves If the pressure drop is higher the filter
elements may not have been cleaned
Do not touch the pressure regulating valve properly. The solution is:
(V21) if installed.
(i) Clean them again now

(ii) Accept that the next maintenance could

be much sooner.
V3
Note that during this check the temperature
of the oil to the filter must be at normal
46 operating level.
V2 V21

V1
V4 V4

2DR-099A

2GR-056

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5.3 OVERHAUL OF THE ELECTRIC 5.3.2 Disassembly of the electric

MOTOR motor
The overhaul of the electric motor consist only by WARNING:
changing the lubricant inside the gear box of the
motor every 12000 hours of function.
! Be sure that the power supply
The maintenance schedule is as follows : of the electric motor has been
switched off before any
• Tools and spares required (see 5.5.1)
dismantling of the filter.
• Disassembly of the electric motor (see 5.5.2) Ensure that the fuel
conditioning system is shut
• Change of the lubricant (see 5.5.3) down before starting the
disassembly, or that the by-
• Assembly of the electric motor (see 5.5.4). pass filter is in service.

5.3.1 Tools and spares required 1. Close the (V3) valve in the backflushing line
Open the drain cock (46) and let the
The following tools and spare parts are required
diversion chamber drain.
for the overhaul of the electric motor :
Do not touch the pressure regulating valve
• Silicon gasket (V21), if installed.
Do not touch the pressure drop indicator (44).
• Grease, type GS from BP

• Set of metric spanners

V3
• Set of screwdrivers

• Wooden base / bench

46
V21
• Protective clothing

• Gloves.

V4 V4
2DR-099A

44

2GR-056

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2. Unscrew and remove the four screws (54) 2. Turn the electric motor upside down to empty
and washers (55) of the electric motor. the used grease in the gear box

3. Remove the electric motor and carefully

place it on a wooden bench.

WARNING
! The electric motor may be
hot. Use gloves.

2EM-011A

45 3. Place the electric motor in the upright

position. Refill the gear box with new grease,
54 type Total MULTIS EP0 or BP Energrease
55 LS-EP0 or Excon Beacon EP 0 or Houghton
Cosmolube EP 0, up to the center of the
shafts.

2EM-021
! CAUTION:

Do not refill the motor with

another type of grease than
specified, which could
5.3.3 Change of the lubricant damage the inside parts of
the motor.
1. Place the electric motor in the upright
position as shown. Never fill the gear box over
Remove the screws (45-23) and the cover the center shaft level.
(45-22) of the electric motor.
Clean the face (F) from previous silicon
gasket.
Grease
45-23
45-22
F
Grease
level

2EM-012A

2EM-010A

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4. Put silicon gasket all around the face (F). 7. Before starting-up the filter,
Install the cover (45-22). Insert and tighten • Close the drain cock (46)
the screws (45-23).
• Open the V3 valve in the backflushing
line
45-23 Do not touch the pressure regulating valve
45-22 (V21) if installed
F

V3

46
V21

2EM-010A

5.3.4 Assembly of the electric motor

5. Insert the electric motor back onto the filter.
Ensure that the driving pin (A) is in the
correct position corresponding to the opening V4 V4
of the driving shaft.
2DR-099A

6. Insert and tighten the four screws (54) and

washers (55) of the electric motor

45
A
55
54

2EM-021

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6 INSTALLATION
6.1 GENERAL
The Moatti automatic fuel oil filter should be installed in the fuel oil
system in accordance with good working practices. Pay attention to
the recommendations and only use specified materials.

! CAUTION:

Ensure that the equipment is installed in

according to the instructions given in this
manual.

Note: Ensure that the pressure drop indicator is

connected to the control system of the engine.

! CAUTION:

Before the first operation through the automatic

filter, ensure that any possible contaminants
from the installation work have been removed
from the fuel oil system.

Note: Do not «flush» the fuel oil system and

pipework through the automatic filter. See
chapter "FLUSHING THE SYSTEM".

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6.2 THE FILTER IN THE SYSTEM

The filter should be installed in the fuel oil system in accordance with
one of the flow sheets in section 2.3.

6.3 FILTER LOCATION SPECIFICATIONS

6.3.1 Mounting
The filter can be installed in any direction. However the most common
direction is vertical.

6.3.2 Space requirement

The space required for the filter is given in the table below.

Height
Ø 500 Filter size (mm)
F152DE-
H

12/6
810
16/8
H
24/12 990

30/12 1150

2GR-060

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6.3.3 Accessible location

Specification

The filter should be installed in such a way to ensure

that:

(i) the drain cock (with its elbow) can easily be

reached and operated.

2GX-013
Drain cock

(ii) the value on the pressure drop indicator can

easily be observed.

Pressure drop indicator 2GR-056

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6.4 SYSTEM PIPING CONNECTIONS

Specification
V3
P Ensure that the pipes to and from the filter match the
oil flow direction in the filter.

A = Inlet
V2
F = Outlet

F P = Backflushed oil outlet

The filter is delivered with the necessary counter

flanges, gaskets and bolts.
A

Specification

V1
V4 V4 • Ensure that the blind flanges (between the
2DR-099A flanges and the counter flanges) are removed
Pipework connections when the pipework has been connected.

• Shut off valves (V1 and V2) must be installed at

the filter inlet and outlet.

• Shut-off valve (V3) must be installed in the back-

flushed oil outlet.

• The pipe for the backflushed oil must be directly

connected to the deaerator (see figure “Hot
side“ on the following pages) or to the suction
side of the supply pump (see figure “Cold side“
on the following pages). This line should be of
equal or greater diameter than the outlet and
should be a short pipe with a minimum number
of bends and no restrictions.
No other connections should be made to this
pipe.

• Shut-off valves (V4) on the heating pipes must

be installed. Either at the filter or at the “inlet” of
the booster module.

2DR-121 • The drain cock should be connected to the drain

pipe via a funnel.
Diversion head draining
• The drain from the diversion chamber should be
lead to a sludge tank.

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• A pressure regulating valve (V21) must be

installed in the filter outlet if the following is
valid :

Filter located in the «circulating part»

(«Hot side»)

+
V2 P2 V21
Engine is equipped with built-on feed
pump

or

Fuel oil pressure at engine inlet (PE) is

PE less than 6 bar with a deaerator pressure
(P3) of 4 bar.

2DR-099A
V1 see figure “Hot side“ on the following pages

By means of valve V21 the pressure at filter outlet

(P2) can be increased which makes it possible to
adjust the P2-P3 up to an optimal value of 3 to 5 bar.

Valve V21 should not be touched during stop and

start of the filtration.

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6.5 CONNECTION OF THE ELECTRIC MOTOR

The control of the electric motor should be installed in accordance with the following diagram :
2 x 110 V 2 x 220 V
or
50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz

C1 = Capacitor (450V, 0.5 µF

for 220V AC), (450V, 2 µF
for 110V AC)
F1 = Circuit breaker (0.10-0.16 A
for 220V AC, preset at 0.12
A)
(0.16-0.25 A for 110V AC,
preset at 0.22 A)
F2 = Automatic fuse for the
electrical command (1.0 A)
H1 = Electric light on the control
panel
K1 = Contactor
KX1 = Automatic start relay
(impulse contact)
KX2 = Automatic stop relay
(impulse contact)
M1 = Electric motor
Q1 = Disconnecting switch
S1 = Start button (manual,
impulse)
S2 = Stop button (manual,
impulse)
X1 = Auxiliary contact to the alarm
panel (functionning of the
electric motor)
2EM-005C
Electric diagram

Specification :
The wire between the thermal relay and the electric motor should should be of the marine type, with a
cross section of : 3 x 1.5mm2, and an external diameter of ~ 12mm.
The length of the wire between the thermal relay and the electric motor should not exceed 10 meter.

Remark :
KX1 and KX2 may not exist on some installations

Electric motor connection

Connection Cable core Connection

on the KM1 N° on the electric
relay motor

Earth Braid Earth

T1 1 V

T2 2 Z

T3 3 Y 2EM-004

NOTE !

It is very important to follow the above specification about the position of the connections,
otherwise the electric motor will not function correctly.

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6.6 CONNECTION OF THE PRESSURE DROP

INDICATOR

! CAUTION:

The electrical contactor (E) of the pressure drop

indicator MUST be connected to the control
system of the engine. Trouble shooting MUST
be started immediately a pressure drop alarm is
detected.

2GR-056

E
Pressure drop indicator

6.7 FLUSHING THE SYSTEM

During installation there is a risk that various types of contaminants
may "find their way" into the system.

To prevent operating problems (see chapter "TROUBLE SHOOTING"

in the Instruction Book) these contaminants must be flushed out of
the system before the automatic filter is used to filter any oil.

This "flushing" procedure must be made through a special flushing

filter (which is installed temporarily for this).

! CAUTION:

Never use the automatic filter in the "flushing"

procedure.

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7 SPARE PARTS
7.1 GENERAL
This chapter gives exploded views of the assemblies to show how the filter is constructed. Each exploded
view has a table of the parts shown in numerical order and information about the different models.

This information can also be used to assist in ordering spare parts on the enclosed order form.

7.2 ORDERING PROCEDURE

When you order spare parts for the Moatti filter the following information must be given :

Filter model
Filter serial number

(These details can be found on the identification plate located on the filter.)

Item name and/or number

and/or Article number

(These details can be found in chapter 7, Spare Parts.)

2GR-057 1GX-001D

Location of label

!
CAUTION:

The use of spare parts that have not been supplied by Alfa Laval official
distributors will invalidate the warranty of the original equipment. Alfa Laval will
take no responsibility for the safe operation of the equipment under these
circumstances.

Appendix A is an example of the «Spare Parts Ordering Form». This should be used when ordering any
spare parts.

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7.3 FILTER F152DE-12/6 to 30/12

7.3.1 Automatic part F152DE-12/6 to 30/12
Item Article No Name Material Qty
1800-03851 Diversion head F152DE-12/6 and 16/8 FGS400
1 1
1800-03853 Diversion head F152DE-24/12 and 30/12 FGS400
2 1800-01801 Filter body Nodular cast iron 1
3* See below Raising block Nodular cast iron 1
4* 1800-06464 Screw Steel 4
5* 1800-06173 Washer Steel 4
7 1800-06422 Screw Steel 2
8 1800-06171 Washer Steel 2
10 1800-06019 Plug Steel 4
11 1800-05009 Gasket Copper 4
12 1800-06823 Coupling with bosses Steel 1
13 1800-05014 Gasket Copper 1
14 1800-06043 Nozzle Steel 1
35 1800-06024 Plug Steel 2
36 1800-05016 Gasket Copper 2
39 1800-05211 O-ring Viton 1
40 1800-05293 O-ring Viton 1
41* 1800-05241 O-Ring Viton 1
43 1800-06443 Screw Steel 4
44 see 9.1 Pressure drop indicator - 1
45 see 7.5 Electric Motor Assy - 1
46 1800-10226 Drain cock - 1
47 1800-05064 Flat gasket Synt. fibre 1
48 1800-01826 Cover Steel 1
49 see 8.2.2 Counter Flanges Steel 2
1800-06306 Nut Steel
51 1800-06468 Screw Steel 8
1800-06173 Washer Steel
53 1800-01987 Motor support FGS400 1
54 1800-06400 Screw Steel 4
55 1800-06170 Washer Steel 4
56 1800-08036 Intermediate shaft Steel 1
57 1800-06908 Ball bearing Steel 2
58 1800-06261 Circlip Steel 1
83 1800-05063 Flat gasket Synt. fibre 2
86 1800-06172 Washer Steel 4
200 see 7.4 Filtering unit - 1

*The raising block (item 3) is only fitted on a 24/12 and 30/12 sizes. In this case, two o'rings (item 41), eight screws
(item 4) and eight washers (item 5) are necessary.

Filter size Raising block (item 3)

F152DE- Article N°
24/12 1800-01876
30/12 1800-01878

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45
55
7
54
8
10
53
11
39
14
44
13 9
13

12 46
4 1
5 40
36 57
35 56

57

58

200

4*
41*
5*
3*

41
51
83
35
36
49
2
10-11 51
47
10-11
48
86
2GR-061
43
*only fitted on filters 24/12 and 30/12 sizes

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7.3.2 Gaskets for the filter F152DE-12/6 to 30/12

The gaskets shown in the illustration for the filter housing and filtering unit can be ordered separately or as
a set. The set comprises of those listed in the table.
The complete set is required every time the filter has a major overhaul, (remove and clean the filtering unit).

7.3.2.1 Set of gaskets for the filter housing

Article No. 1800-19692
Item Article No Material Qty
39 1800-05211 1
40 1800-05293 1
Viton
41 1800-05241 1
42 1800-05240 2
37 1800-07400 Steel 1
38 1800-06408 Steel 1

7.3.2.2 Gasket for the heating chamber

Article No. 1800-05064
Item Article No Material Qty
47 1800-05064 Synt. Fibre 1

7.3.2.3 Gasket for in/outlet connection filters

Article No. 1800-05063
Item Article No Material Qty
83 1800-05063 Synt. Fibre 2

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37-38
39

40

42

42

41

41

83

47

2GR-061

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7.4 FILTERING UNIT

7.4.1 Parts list and exploded view

Item Article No Name Material Qty

15 1800-08926 Strainer Steel 1
16 See 7.4.3 Distributor Aluminium 1
17 1800-06400 Screw Steel 2
18 See 7.4.3 Sleeve Aluminium 1
1800-07951 Spring guide Steel
1800-06509 Screw Steel
19 4
1800-08450 Spacer pipe Steel
1800-06352 Spring Steel
20 1800-06419 Screw Steel 2
21 1800-07451 Driving pin Steel 1
22 1800-06140 Circlip Steel 2
23 1800-06916 Ball bearing Steel 2
24 1800-01407 Diversion cover Aluminium 1
25 See below Diversion companion spacer Aluminium 1
26 1800-01676 Spacer Aluminium 1
27 1800-01682 Full-flow companion spacer Aluminium 1
28 1800-01350 Full-flow cover Aluminium 1
29 See 7.4.4 Diversion element Aluminium +
*
30 See 7.4.4 Full-flow element Stainless steel

31 See below Assembling rod Steel 4

33 1800-06334 Nut Steel 8
34 1800-06154 Washer Steel 10
42 1800-05240 O-ring Viton 2

* According to filter size (See 8.1)

Diversion companion spacer Assembly rod

Filter size (item 25) (item 31)
F152DE-
Article N°
12/6 1800-01688 1800-07532
16/8 1800-01689 1800-07533
24/12 1800-01689 1800-07535
30/12 1800-01689 1800-07514

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33
31
34
2FU-030
24
26
42

29

17 19
25 27

22
23

30
21
16

28

34
33
42

15
18
34
20

23
22

2FU-046E

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7.4.2 Complete filtering unit

Filtering unit for filter type: F152DE

Filtering unit - Article No. Height H

Filter Size Filtering code
(mm)
F152DE- Full-Flow A01 A03 A05 A07
Diversion A05 A09 A09 A09
12/6 1800-17775 1800-17780 1800-17795 1800-17790 329
16/8 1800-17776 1800-17781 1800-17796 1800-17791 379
24/12 1800-17777 1800-17782 1800-17797 1800-17792 499
30/12 1800-17778 1800-17783 1800-17798 1800-17793 559

7.4.3 Distributor and sleeve

Sleeve & distributor
Filter size Sleeve (item 18) Distributor (item 16)
Assembly *
F152DE-
L1 (mm) Article No L2 (mm) Article No Article No
12/6 322 1800-02145 298 1800-02455 1800-17175
16/8 372 1800-02146 348 1800-02456 1800-17176
24/12 492 1800-02147 468 1800-02457 1800-17177
30/12 552 1800-02148 528 1800-02458 1800-17178

* Detail of the sleeve and distributor assembly :

Item Article No Name Material Qty

16 See above Distributor Aluminium 1
18 See above Sleeve Aluminium 1
21 1800-07451 Driving pin Steel 1
22 1800-06140 Circlip Steel 2
23 1800-06916 Ball bearing Steel 2

Dimensions in mm
22
23

21

L2
16

Distributor
H
and sleeve

L1
18

2FU-030
23
Complete filtering unit
22
2FU-047A

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7.4.4 Full flow and diversion filter elements

Ø 78 Ø 77,4
Dimensions in mm

2FU-032
2FU-033
Ø 150 Ø 150
Full-flow filter element Diversion filter element

Filtration code Full flow filter Diversion filter

Filtration code for Filtration code for
according to element element
full-flow element diversion element
filter model (item 30) Article No. (item 29) Article No.
A01 A01 1800-03416 A05 1800-03420
A03 A03 1800-03417 A09 1800-03421
A05 A05 1800-03418 A09 1800-03421
A07 A07 1800-03419 A09 1800-03421

Set of full-flow filter elements

Filtration code
Number of
A01 A03 A05 A07
full-flow elements
Article No.
8 1800-09480 1800-09456 1800-09461 1800-09466
12 1800-09510 1800-09457 1800-09462 1800-09467
16 1800-09511 1800-09458 1800-09463 1800-09468
24 1800-09512 1800-09459 1800-09464 1800-09469
30 1800-09513 1800-09460 1800-09465 1800-09470

Set of diversion elements

Filtration code
Number of
A05 A09
diversion elements
Article No.
4 1800-10516 1800-10520
6 1800-10517 1800-10521
8 1800-10518 1800-10522
12 1800-10519 1800-10523

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7.5 Electric motor

7.5.1 Parts list and exploded view
Item Article No Name Material Qty
22 1800-01974 Motor cover Stainless steel 1
23 1800-06375 Screw Stainless steel 7
37 1800-07400 Pin Steel 1
38 1800-06408 Screw Steel 1
44 See below Electric motor - 1

Electric motor assembly Electric motor

Voltage
(item 45) (item 44)
110 V AC 1800-10868 1800-10870
220 V AC 1800-10863 1800-10864

45

2EM-015A

44
22

23

37
38
2HM-029C

Electric motor

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7.6 AUTO DRAIN VALVE F152DE-12/6 to 30/12 (Option)

Item Article No Name Material Qty
1 1800-05009 Gasket Copper 4
2 1800-07111 Adaptator Steel 1
4 1800-10275 Swiveling Coupling Screw Steel 1
5 1800-06842 Swiveling Coupling and Adaptator Steel 1
7 1800-06785 Manual drain cock Steel 1
8 1800-06820 Straight male Steel 1
9 1800-08694 Drain pipe Steel 1
11 1800-06795 Cock Steel 1
12 1800-10276 Stud Coupling and Adaptator Steel 1
13 1800-06775 Auto drain valve Steel 1
1800-06170 Washer Steel 4
14 1800-06153 Washer Steel 4
1800-06400 Screw Steel 4
15 1800-04670 Metal sheet Steel 1

1
2
4
1
5
1
7
1
8
9

11

12

13
15

14
2DR-076

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8.1 VARIOUS DATA

FILTER CODE

Number of Number of
Diameter of With diversion With electric
Filter series full-flow diversion Filtering code
filter elements chamber motor
elements elements

Example F 152 D E - 12 / 6 - A05

Filter type

Filter size

Filter model

MOATTI FILTERING CODE/FILTER FINENESS

Moatti Filter fineness

filtering in μm
code
Absolute 1) Nominal 2)

A01 10 6

A03 25 10

A05 35 20

A07 45 30

1) Absolute : Mesh size

(Sphere passing mesh)

2) Nominal : 85 - 90 % of all particles with a diameter

larger than the figure in the table are retained.

CAPACITIES

For information about capacities of the filters please contact Alfa Laval Moatti or the local Alfa Laval
representative.

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8.2 DIMENSIONED DRAWINGS

8.2.1 Filter F152DE-12/6 to 30/12
Empty Volume
Filter size
A L L1 L2 L4 L5 weight of oil
F152DE-
(kg) (Litres)
12/6
DN 40 653 487 600 320 300 56 7
16/8
24/12 DN 50 773 607 700 400 380 69 9
30/12 DN 50 833 667 800 460 440 76 10

DENOMINATIONS
P1 = Filter inlet pressure
P2 = Filter outlet pressure (to engine)
P3 = Counter pressure in “return port”

2GR-062

Counter flanges, gaskets and bolts belong to delevery.

Dimensions in mm where not otherwise stated.

TECHNICAL DATA & SPECIFICATIONS

Max. filter inlet pressure ...................................................................................................... (P1 max) ............................... 15 bar
Max. temperature in the filter............................................................................................... .............................................. 160°C
Normal ΔP ........................................................................................................................... (P1-P2) ..........................0,2-0,4 bar
Alarm ΔP.............................................................................................................................. (P1-P2) ................................ 0,8 bar
Mounting position ................................................................................................................ ............................................ Vertical
Test pressure ....................................................................................................................... .............................................. 30 bar
Housing material ................................................................................................................. ............................. Nodular cast iron
Heating method ................................................................................................................... ..........................Steam or hot water
For filter in the circulating part ("Hot side") :
* Max. viscosity in the filter at normal operation .................................................................. .............................................. 75 cSt
* Min. required pressure difference between filter outlet (P2) and “return port” (P3)........... (P2-P3) ................................... 2 bar
Recommended ................................................................................................................. (P2-P3) ............................ 3 to 5 bar
For filter in the supply part ("Cold side") :
* Max. viscosity in the filter at normal operation .................................................................. ............................................ 150 cSt
* Min. required pressure difference between filter outlet (P2) and “return port” (P3)........... (P2-P3) ................................ 3,5 bar

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8.2.2 Counter flanges

COUNTER FLANGES GASKET

2GR-023
F152DE-12/6 to 30/12

For “return port” connection

COUPLING WITH BOSSES

For pipe Ø 14

2GR-023
2GR-029

COUNTER FLANGES COUPLING

Filter size O’RING - GASKET
WITH BOSSES
F152DE- DN A (mm) Art. No. Art. No.
Art. No.
12/6
40 49 1800-01627
16/8
1800-05063 1800-06823
24/12
50 61,1 1800-01628
30/12

Dimensions in mm.

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9 ACCESSORIES
9.1 PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR
9.1.1 Functions of the indicator
1. Indicates the pressure drop across the filter (P1-
P2).
2. Gives an alarm if the pressure drop across the
filter for any reason reaches a critical value,
BEFORE the filter may clogg.

9.1.1.1 Design
The pressure drop indicator (44) is provided with
visual and electrical signals.
It consists of the following components:
B
C Window
44 D Connecting flange for filter inlet
E Connecting flange for filter outlet
A F Assembling rods
G Piston
H Diaphragm (Flexible seal)
2DR-104
K Calibrated spring
L Magnetic inner ring
M Magnetic outer ring
N Electrical connector
P Probe with flexible strip switch.

9.1.2 Operating description

9.1.2.1 Description
The pressure drop indicator (44) is fed with oil
through the pipes A and B.
The pipe A leads into the system at filter inlet
(P1 pressure).
The pipe B leads into the system at filter outlet
(P2 pressure).

3PD-003a 9.1.2.2 Normal pressure drop - ΔP Norm

With the Alfa Laval Moatti filter, which is continuously
backflushed, the pressure drop P1-P2 stay constant
during normal operation.
That constant pressure drop may vary from 0.2 to
0.7 bar according to the installation.

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9.1.2.3 Alarm pressure drop ΔP-Alarm

If for any reason the filter starts to clogg, the
pressure drop increases.
In order to prevent that the filter will get completely
clogged, causing low pressure alarm at the engine,
preventive measurements have to be taken.
Therefore the pressure drop indicator is equiped with
an alarm device with a preset ΔP-alarm value.

9.1.3 Functionally checks

1. Start-up the filter (see the correspondng filter
instruction book for procedure).
2. Check that filter outlet pressure P2 is correct.
3. The pressure drop indicator should indicate a
B value close to the one previously noted as ΔP
ref.
4. Close the isolating cock (B) on the filter outlet
side.
5. Slighly unscrew the coupling (x) on the filter
outlet filter side.

X
WARNING:
! Slighly unscrew the coupling
2DR-104
with precautions, and prevent
from eventual oil projections.
Use protective glasses and
gloves.

6. The magnetic ring (10) should move into the

window until it reaches the alarm value.
7. Check that the electrical alarm occured.
X 8. Thighten the coupling (x) on outlet filter side.
9. Open the isolating (B) on the outlet. The
10 magnetic ring should go back to its initial
position.
10. If the pressure drop indicator does not work
properly, it will be necessary to open and
2DR-104 maintain it.

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9.1.4 Maintenance 4. Disassemble the indicator from its support

(screws situated on the backside of the
9.1.4.1 Tools and spares required indicator).

- Set of gaskets for pressure drop indicator On a wooden bench, with the indicator installed
(see section 5.2) vertically:
- Set of metric spanner
5. Unscrew and remove the 4 rods (20) with
- Wooden base, bench washers (21) and remove them.
- Mallet
6. Remove the inlet connecting flange (1).
- Grease (for lubrication of gaskets and O-
rings)
- Cleaning tray
- Cleaning solvent (diesel oil)
- Compressed air
- Protective clothing.

9.1.4.2 Disassembly
1. Close the isolating cocks (A) and (B),
situated on the inlet and outlet filter bodies.
2. Unscrew the couplings (x) of the indicator.

WARNING: 3PD-005

! Slighly unscrew the coupling 7. Remove the intermediate ring (3), then the
with precautions, and diaphragm (9) and the gasket (6).
prevent from eventual oil
projections. Use protective
glasses and gloves.

3. Remove the couplings (x).

3PD-006

2DR-104

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8. Remove the window (5) together with the flat 10. Remove the piston (12), the springs (19), the
gaskets (4). spring spacer (16), the spring guide (17) and
the trimming washers (18).

Caution
! The pressure drop indicator
is preset in the factory by the
trimming washers (18).
Changing or forgotting one
or all of the trimming
washers and or the springs
will give unvalid values of the
pressure drop, and will
change the alarm value.

3PD-007

9. Lift out the cylinder (8) with the magnetic ring

(10).

3PD-009

11. Remove the gasket (7).

3PD-008

3PD-010

12. Clean all the components with diesel oil.

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9.1.4.3 Assembly 5. Insert the magnetic ring (10) on the cylinder

(8).
1. Place the outlet connecting flange (2) on the
wooden bench.
2. Install a new gasket (7) on the flange (2) and Caution
lubricate it with grease.
! Take care to place the
magnetic side of the ring
opposite from the shoulder
of the cylinder, otherwise the
visual indication of the
pressure drop will be wrong.

6. Introduce the cylinder (8) together with its

3PD-011 magnetic ring over the piston (12), into the
outlet connecting flange (2).
3. Install the trimming washers (18) on the
7. Check that the piston (12) together with the
guide (15), then the spring guide (17), one
magnetic ring (10) can move easily, by
spring (19) the spring spacer (16) then the
pushing the piston. The piston should go
second spring (19).
back to its initial position, pushed by the
4. Place the piston (12) over the spring. action of the springs.

Caution
! The locator on the piston
must face the hole situated shoulder
Magnetic
45° from axis, not on the one side
facing the outlet connection.

3PD-013

locator

hole

3PD-012

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8. Install a flat gasket (4) on the outlet 10. Install a gasket (6) into the intermediate ring
connecting flange (2). (3) and lubricate it.

9. Insert the window (5), then the flat gasket (4). 11. Insert the intermediate ring on the cylinder
(8), the reaning (A) upward.

Caution 12. Mount a new diaphragm (9) on the piston

! The transparency part of the
(12).

window must be on the

outlet connecting flange (2) Caution
side. ! Mount the diaphragm
according to the picture, the
inscription facing the piston
(12).

transparency
side

3PD-014

3PD-015

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13. Install the inlet connecting flange (1) and
insert the rods (20) and washers (21). Do not
tighten the rods.

14. Put the pressure drop indicator on the

wooden bench, to align the inlet (2) and the
outlet (1) connecting flanges, then tighten the
rods (20).

3PD-016

15. Install the pressure drop indicator back on its

support.

16. Place the coupling (x) on the indicator and

secure them.

17. Open the isolating cocks (A) and (B) situated

on the filter body.

2DR-104

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9.1.5 Spare parts

9.1.5.1 Parts list and exploded view

28

24

20 21 1 9 6 3 4 12 8 5 10 16 19 4 15 17 18 27

7
2
22
23
25
26
3PD-017A

Item Article No Name Material Qty

1 - Inlet connecting flange Brass 1
2 - Outlet connecting flange Brass 1
3 - Intermediate ring Brass 1
4 see 9.1.5.2 Flat gasket Perbunan 2
5 1800-08966 Window Plexiglas 1
6 see 9.1.5.2 Gasket see 9.1.5.2 1
7 see 9.1.5.2 Gasket see 9.1.5.2 1
8 - Cylinder Brass 1
9 see 9.1.5.2 Diaphragm see 9.1.5.2 1
10 1800-08990 Magnetic ring 1
12 - Piston Brass 1
15 - Guide Steel 1
16 see 9.1.5.3 Spring spacer Brass 1
17 see 9.1.5.3 Spring guide Steel 1
18 see 9.1.5.3 Trimming washer Brass 1
19 see 9.1.5.3 Spring Steel 2
20 - Rod Steel 4
21 - Washer Steel 4
22, 23,
25, 26, - Electric contact assy - 1
27
24 1800-08979 Electric Connector 1
1800-06275 Cable gland - Standard
28 - 1
1800-06276 Cable gland - Special

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9.1.5.2 DIAPHRAGM SERVICING KIT

Nitril Art. N° 1800-08988

Item Article No Name Material Qty

4 1800-05510 Flat gasket Perbunan 2
6 1800-05516 Gasket Nitril 1
7 1800-05515 Gasket Nitril 1
9 1800-05514 Diaphragm Nitril 1

Note : For lubricating oil applications (temperatures < 110°C) and diesel oil - Fuel oil forbidden -

Viton Art. N° 1800-08978

Item Article No Name Material Qty

4 1800-05510 Flat gasket Perbunan 2
6 1800-05512 Gasket Viton 1
7 1800-05511 Gasket Viton 1
9 1800-05513 Diaphragm Viton 1

Note : For all applications, lube and fuel oil (Our lube oil and fuel oil filters are equiped, as standard, with
viton gaskets and diaphragm).

9.1.5.3 PRESSURE SETTING KIT

The Kit comprises the following:

Item Article No Name Qty

16 - Spring spacer 1
17 - Spring guide 1
18 - Trimming washer 1
19 - Spring 2

Order the Kit according to the following:

Preset value Kit article No
0,8 bar 1800-20060
0,9 bar 1800-20061
1,2 bar 1800-20062

9.1.5.4 COMPLETE PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR

With viton diaphragm

Item Article No Name Alarm threshold Remark

1800-08986 0.8 bar Standard, Fuel and lube oil
1800-08991 0.9 bar Standard, crosshead engines
44 Pressure drop indicator
1800-08975 1 bar Special
1800-08971 1.2 bar Special

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9.1.6 Technical data and drawing

9.1.6.1 Dimensioned drawing

3PD-018A

9.1.6.2 Technical data & specifications

CABLE GLAND ELECTRICAL DATA
Standard : For cable Ø 5,5 to 9 mm
Special : For cable Ø 8 to 13 mm Breaking capacity......................................10 W
Max. working voltage ...............................250 V
Min. break down voltage ........................1000 V
Max. current Rating...................................0,5 A
Contact quantity .............................................. 3
Normaly closed................................. C1+C3
Normaly open ................................... C2+C3
Commun ..................................................C3
Cross sectionnal area of the wires :
1,34 sq. mm for ø2 mm contacts
3,39 sq. mm for ø3 mm contacts

RATING

Max. pressure ......................................... 50 bar

Max. temperature................................... 160° C
Filter inlet pressure Filter outlet pressure 2XX-002B

Item Article No Name Material Qty

1800-08986 Pressure (Alarm ΔP 0,8 bar)
1 drop Brass 1
1800-08975 indicator (Alarm ΔP 1 bar)
2 ** Support ** 1
1800-06171 Washer
3 Steel 2
1800-06421 Screw
4 1800-06800 Swivelling coupling Steel 2
5 1800-08979 Electrical connector - 1
1800-06275 Cable gland Standard
6 Steel 1
1800-06276 Cable gland Special
** according to filter model

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9.2 AUTO DRAIN VALVE

9.2.1 Function description
The automatic drain system installed on the Alfa
Laval Moatti automatic fuel oil filter serie 152 is
made up of:
- one solenoid valve assembly
- one electric cabinet.
The solenoid valve is mounted on one support plate
(S) fixed on the filter housing, on the opposite side to
the filter support.
The solenoid valve is piped to the filter diversion
head (L).
The electric cabinet must be installed on a vertical
W : To the solenoid valve support, near the filter. The solenoid valve, the
X : To sludge tank
remote alarm and the power supply are wired to the
cabinet.
Y : Power supply
2AD-002
Z : To remote alarm
9.2.1.1 Solenoid valve
20 The solenoid valve (V) is a directly operated valve of
the NC (normally closed) type, when not energized,
2/2 ways.
It is designed for operation from 0 to 16 bar, and may
be installed either horizontally or vertically.
B The valve housing (1) is made of brass, and is fitted
A with an electrical connector (20), an with threaded
orifices at each end :
- Side "A" : inlet
1 - Side "B" : oultlet.
1AD-003
9.2.1.2 Electric cabinet (option)
The electric cabinet is installed on a vertical support,
near the filter.
Its function is to monitor the periodical drains of the
diversion chamber, via the solenoid valve (S.V.) to
which it is connected by a cable (W).
The drains are initiated automatically, with a
frequency and a duration preset in the cabinet.
Intervals :
- Standard version : every 12 hours (can be
adjusted until hours).
2AD-003 Underneath 4 hours the fuel oil consumption
becames exassive.
Duration (time of valve opening):
- Standard version : 12 seconds (can be adjusted
from 10 to 15 seconds).
Nota : It is useless to set up more than 15
seconds
The manual drain is actuated by pressing the
pushbutton (MANUAL DRAIN).

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9.2.2 Electric diagram

2EM-033

2EM-034

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9.2.3 Relays
9.2.3.1 T1 relay:
The 220 VAC cabinet has a timing relay T1 combining the functions of
the KA1 and KA2 relays in the 110 VAC cabinet:
The T1 time relay is a cyclic pulse generator providing :
a - The adjustment of the time t1 (solenoid drain valve opening
time, KA2 in 110 VAC cabinet).
- The adjustment of the time t1+1 (interval between valve
b openings, KA1 in 110 VAC cabinet).

c Adjustment of valve opening time

t1 = a x b
(a = Time base, b = Time base factor).
d
Preset at : 30 s (a) x 0.4 (b) =12 seconds.
(Should be adjusted from 10 to 15 seconds)

Adjustment of interval betwen valve openings

2EM-031
t1+1 = c x d
(c = Time base, d = Time base factor).
T1 relay (220 VAC cabinet)
Preset at : 30 h (c) x 0.4 (d) =12 hours.
(Should be adjusted from 4 to 24 hours)

9.2.3.2 T2 relay:
The T2 time relay provides a safety function (KA3 in 110 VAC cabinet).

e It shuts the power off on the solenoid valve and transmits an alarm if
the time t2 elapses without shutting the power off on the valve (t1
contact blocked).
f
Adjustment of the time
t2 = e x f
(e = Time base, f = Time base factor).
Preset at : 30 s (e) x 0.5 (f) =15 seconds.
(Must be longer than the time t1)

NOTE !
2EM-032
The time t2 must always be longer than the time t1 (KA3
T2 relay (220 VAC cabinet) longer than KA2).

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9.2.4 Maintenance
9.2.4.1 Solenoid valve inspection
This inspection consists with the systematical change of all gaskets.
Dismantling
• Unplug the connector (20), that stays wired to the electric cable
• Unscrew the connection (12)
• Unscrew the four screws (14) and pull the valve out.
Inspection
• Unscrew the four screws (10), washers and nuts (11-12)
• Disassemble the valve
• Clean all parts
• Change gaskets (14-17-18-19) and change valve seat (2)
• Reassemble the parts in reverse order from dismantling. 2AD-006

10 20

A B

1 13 14 13 15 21 7 18 8 13 16 13 3 4 19 6 5 14 18 12 11 2 1

9.2.5 Spare parts

9.2.5.1 Solenoid valve
Set of gaskets for the solenoid valve - Article N° 1800-19580

Item Name Qty

2 Valve seat 1
14 Gasket 2
17 O-Ring 1
18 O-Ring 2
19 O-Ring 1

ELECTRIC CABINET
220 VAC cabinet 110 VAC cabinet
Fuses F1 and F2 - Article N° 1800-08822 Fuses F1 and F2 - Article N° 1800-10831
Bulbs H1 and H2 - Article N° 1800-08821. Bulbs H1 and H2 - Article N° 1800-10832.

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9.2.5.2 Solenoid valve assembly

Parts list

Item Name Art. N° Qty

1 Copper gasket 1800-05009 4

2 Adapter 1800-07111 1

4 Banjo body + adapter 1800-06370 1

5 Banjo screw 1800-06842 1

6 Adapter 1800-06704 1

7 Manual drain cock 1800-06785 1

8 Stud coupling 1800-06820 1

9 Drain pipe 1800-08694 1

11 Cock 1800-06795 1

12 Stud coupling + adapter 1800-10276 1

13 Solenoid valve See below 1

14 Screw 1800-06400 4

14 Washer 1800-06153 4

14 Washer 1800-06170 4

2AD-007
15 Support

Voltage Item Name Art. N°

220 V 1800-06775
13 Solenoid valve
110V 1800-06778

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SPARE PARTS ORDERING FORM

Company name: Order No:
Installation:
Delivery address: Invoice address:

Required delivery date:

Telephone No: Contact Name:
Filter Model: Filter Serial No:

Item Art. No. Qty Item description (see parts list) Notes
No

Signed by : Position : Date :

Authorised by : Position : Date :

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SPARE PARTS ORDERING FORM

Company name: Order No:
Installation:
Delivery address: Invoice address:

Required delivery date:

Telephone No: Contact Name:
Filter Model: Filter Serial No:

Item Art. No. Qty Item description (see parts list) Notes
No

Signed by : Position : Date :

Authorised by : Position : Date :

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Local contact details for all countries are available on our web site.
Please visit: www.alfalaval.com

For further information please feel free to contact:

Alfa Laval Moatti sas
ZA La Clef Saint Pierre,
10 Rue du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny
F-78997 Elancourt Cedex
France

Phone no.: + 33 1 30 81 81 81
Fax no.: + 33 1 30 81 81 70
Email : [email protected]
Web site: www.alfalaval.com

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