Alfalaval Unique Sampling Valve User manual

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ESE02433-EN2 2013-10
Original manual
Instruction Manual
Unique Sampling Valve - Accessories - Steam Generator

Table of contents
The information herein is correct at the time of issue but may be subject to change without prior notice
1. Safety .................................................................................................... 4
1.1. Important information ............................................................................. 4
1.2. Warning signs ..................................................................................... 4
1.3. Safety precautions ................................................................................ 5
2. Installation .............................................................................................. 6
2.1. Unpacking/delivery ............................................................................... 6
2.2. Recycling information ............................................................................. 6
3. Operation ............................................................................................... 7
3.1. Operation .......................................................................................... 7
3.2. Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 10
3.3. Recommended cleaning ......................................................................... 10
4. Maintenance ........................................................................................... 11
4.1. General maintenance ............................................................................. 11
5. Technical data ......................................................................................... 12
5.1. Technical data ..................................................................................... 12
6. Parts list and service kit .............................................................................. 14
6.1. Steam generator .................................................................................. 14
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1 Safety
Unsafe practices and other important information are emphasised in this manual.
Warnings are emphasised by means of special signs.
1.1 Important information
Always read the manual before using the Steam Generator!
WARNING
Indicates that special procedures must be followed to avoid serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Indicates that special procedures must be followed to avoid damage to the Steam Generator.
NOTE
Indicates important information to simplify or clarify procedures.
1.2 Warning signs
General warning:
Caustic agents:
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1 Safety
All warnings in the manual are summarised on this page.
Pay special attention to the instructions below so that serious personal injury and/or damage to the Steam Generator
are avoided.
1.3 Safety precautions
Installation:
Always read the technical data thoroughly. (See chapter 5 Technical data)
Always release compressed air after use.
Never touch moving parts if the actuator is supplied with compressed air.
Never touch the Steam Generator or the pipelines when processing hot liquids or when sterilising.
Never dismantle the Steam Generator while it is under pressure.
Never dismantle the Steam Generator when it is hot.
Operation:
Never dismantle the Steam Generator while it is under pressure.
Never dismantle the Steam Generator when it is hot.
Always read the technical data thoroughly. (See chapter 5 Technical data)
Always release compressed air after use.
Never touch the Steam Generator or the pipelines when processing hot liquids or when sterilising.
Never touch the moving parts if the actuator is supplied with compressed air.
Always rinse well with clean water after cleaning.
Always handle lye and acid with great care.
Maintenance:
Always read the technical data thoroughly. (See chapter 5 Technical data)
Always release compressed air after use.
Never service the Steam Generator when it is hot.
Never service the Steam Generator with the valve and pipelines under pressure.
Transportation:
Always make sure that all connections are disconnected before attempting to remove the Steam Generator from the
installation.
Always drain liquid from the Steam Generator before transportation.
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2 Installation
This instruction manual is part of the delivery. Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings!
The items refer to the parts list and service kits section.
2.1 Unpacking/delivery
Step 1
CAUTION
Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect unpacking.
Check the delivery for:
1. Steam Generator
2. Instruction manual
Note: the gas canister is not included.
The gas canister can be purchased from the local
hardware store (diameter: Ø110 mm)
Step 2
Remove any possible packing materials from the Steam Generator.
Inspect the Steam Generator for visible transport damage.
Avoid damaging the Steam Generator.
2.2 Recycling information
• Unpacking
- Packing material consists of wood, plastics, cardboard boxes and in some cases metal straps.
- Wood and cardboard boxes can be reused, recycled or used for energy recovery.
- Plastics should be recycled or burnt at a licensed waste incineration plant.
- Metal straps should be sent for material recycling.
• Maintenance
- During maintenance, oil and wearing parts in the machine are replaced.
- All metal parts should be sent for material recycling.
- Worn or defective electronic parts should be sent to a licensed handler for material recycling.
- Oil and all non-metal wearing parts must be dealt with in accordance with local regulations.
• Scrapping
- At the end of use, the equipment should be recycled according to the relevant, local regulations. As well as the equipment
itself, any hazardous residues from the process liquid must be considered and dealt with in a proper manner. When in doubt,
or in the absence of local regulations, please contact your local Alfa Laval sales company.
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3Operation
Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings!
Ensure that the Steam Generator operates smoothly.
The items refer to the parts list and service kits section.
3.1 Operation
Step 1
Always read the technical data thoroughly.
See chapter 5 Technical data
CAUTION
Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect operation.
Never touch the Steam Generator or the pipelines when
processing hot liquids or when sterilising.
Attention:
Before using the Steam Generator, it is essential that a non-return
valve* (N) and a pressure relief valve* (P) are mounted on the
sampling valve to ensure proper sterilisation.
*= not included in this package
N: Non-return valve
- Sizes 4 and 10: 9614-1955-01
- Size 25: 9614-1955-04
C: Clamp ring
- Sizes 4 and 10: 211290
- Size 25: 211053
S: Clamp seal
- Sizes 4 and 10: 290273
- Size 25: 9611-99-2012
P: Pressure relief valve
- Sizes 4 and 10: 9614-1957-01
- Size 25: 9614-1957-02
P1: Steam outlet
P2: Quick release of steam
C
P
P2
P1
N
S
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Step 2
1. Make sure that the sampling valve is in closed position (single
seat) or in steam position (double seat), before steaming
2. Pull the front handle (A) forwards and mount the steam
generator pistol on the non-return valve (B).
Note: do not activate the handle (G) yet.
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B
A
G
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3Operation
Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings!
Ensure that the Steam Generator operates smoothly.
The items refer to the parts list and service kits section.
Step 3
1. Unscrew the tank cap (C) and fill the tank with water (maximum
volume is 1L)
2. Mount the tank cap (C) (tighten by hand)
B = Sight glass for water level
C
B
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Step 4
1. Open the gas valve (D).
2. Press and hold the safety valve (E) while pressing the ignition
switch (F). Release the safety valve (E) 5 seconds after the
flame is initiated.
3. Wait until the tank pressure reaches 3 bars.
D
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F
E
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3Operation
Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings!
Ensure that the Steam Generator operates smoothly.
The items refer to the parts list and service kits section.
Step 5
1. Activate the gun by pulling the inner handle (G). Slide the pawl
(H) forwards to ensure that handle can hold it’s self.
2. Steam the sampling valve for 2 minutes.
NB: make sure that steam is present at the steam outlet (P1)
on the pressure relief valve (P) doing the 2-minutes steaming.
3. Shut the gun off by sliding back the pawl (H).
P
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P2
P1
G
H
Step 6
1. Turn off the gas valve (D).
2. Release the enclosed steam by pulling the handle (P2) on the
Pressure relief valve (P).
3. Remove the gun from the non-return valve. The sampling valve
is now sterilised and ready to take a representative sample.
Note:
the tank cap cannot be opened until all the pressure in the tank
has been released.
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D
P2
P
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3Operation
Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings!
Ensure that the Steam Generator operates smoothly.
The items refer to the parts list and service kits section.
3.2 Troubleshooting
NOTE!
Study the maintenance instructions carefully before replacing worn parts.
Problem Cause Remedy
Thegasvalveisc
losed Open the gas valve
Gas cannot be ignited The gas container is empty Replace the gas container
Thepistolhandleisopenandnot
mounted on the sampling valve Mount the pistol handle on the sampling
valve
Thegasvalveisnotfullyopen Open the gas valve fully
The steam pressure cannot exceed 1 bar
The gas container is almost empty Replace the gas container
3.3 Recommended cleaning
Step 1
The Steam Generator can be cleaned using warm water.
We recommend that the water container on the steam generator is emptied after use.
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