Alfalaval MAB 103B-24 User manual

MAB 103B-24
Separator manual
High speed separator
Product No. 881145-09-02/1
Book No. 9026690-02 Rev. 2

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Published By:
Alfa Laval Tumba AB
SE-147 80 Tumba, Sweden
Telephone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
© Alfa Laval Tumba AB 09 January 2018
The original instructions are in English
This publication or any part there of may not be
reproduced or transmitted by any process or
means without prior written permission of
Alfa Laval Tumba AB.

Contents
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1 Read this first 7
2 Safety instructions 9
2.1 Warning signs in text 14
2.2 Recycling Information 15
2.3 Requirements of personnel 16
2.4 Remote start 16
3 Separator basics 17
3.1 Basic principles of separation 18
3.2 Overview 21
3.3 Separating function 22
3.4 Mechanical function 25
3.5 Definitions 29
4 Operating instructions 31
4.1 Operating routine 32
4.2 Cleaning the bowl 39
5 Service instructions 45
5.1 Periodic Maintenance 46
5.2 Maintenance logs 49
5.3 MS - Check points 57
5.4 Cleaning 70
5.5 When changing oil 74
5.6 Common maintenance directions 76
5.7 Lifting instructions 81
6 Dismantling/Assembly 83
6.1 General 84
6.2 Dismantling 85

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6.3 Assembly 95
6.4 Feed and discharge pumps 103
6.5 Oil filling 108
6.6 Brake 109
6.7 Frame feet 110
7 Trouble-tracing 111
7.1 Trouble tracing procedure 112
7.2 MAB mechanical function 112
7.3 Purification faults 118
7.4 Clarification faults 120
8 Technical reference 121
8.1 Product description 122
8.2 Technical data 125
8.3 Gravity disc nomogram 126
8.4 Basic size drawing 128
8.5 Basic size drawing, for heater 130
8.6 Connection list 132
8.7 Connection list, for heater 133
8.8 Interface description 134
8.9 Lubricants 137
8.10 Drawings 149
8.11 Storage and installation 159

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Read and understand instruction manuals
and observe the warnings before installation,
operation, service and maintenance.
Not following the instructions can result in
serious accidents.
In order to make the information clear only foreseeable conditions
have been considered. No warnings are given, therefore, for
situations arising from the unintended usage of the machine and its
tools.

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1 Read this first
This manual is designed for operators and service
engineers working with the Alfa Laval separator
MAB 103B-24.
For information concerning the function of the
separator, see ‘‘3 Separator basics” on page 17,
and ‘‘4 Operating instructions” on page 31.
If the separator has been delivered and installed
by Alfa Laval as part of a processing system, this
manual is a part of the System Manual. In this
case, study carefully all the instructions in the
System Manual.
In addition to this Separator manual a Spare
Parts Catalogue, SPC is supplied.
This Separator manual consists of:
Safety instructions
Pay special attention to the safety instructions for
the separator. Not following the safety instructions
can cause accidents resulting in damage to
equipment and serious injury to personnel.
Separator basics
Read this chapter if you are not familiar with this
type of separator.
Operating instructions
This chapter contains operating instructions for
the separator only.
S0068011
Separator Manual and Spare Parts Catalogue

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Service instructions
This chapter gives instructions for daily checks,
cleaning, oil changes, servicing and check points.
Dismantling / Assembly
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions for
dismantling and assembly of the separator for
service and repair.
Trouble-tracing
Refer to this chapter if the separator functions
abnormally.
If the separator has been installed as part of a
processing system always refer to the Trouble-
tracing part of the System Manual first.
Technical reference
This chapter contains technical data concerning
the separator and drawings.
Installation
General information on installation planning.
Lifting instruction.

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2 Safety instructions
The centrifuge includes parts that rotate at high
speed. This means that:
Kinetic energy is high
Great forces are generated
Stopping time is long
Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine.
Rotating parts are carefully balanced to reduce
undesired vibrations that can cause a breakdown.
Material properties have been considered
carefully during design to withstand stress and
fatigue.
The separator is designed and supplied for a
specific separation duty (type of liquid, rotational
speed, temperature, density etc.) and must not be
used for any other purpose.
Incorrect operation and maintenance can result in
unbalance due to build-up of sediment, reduction
of material strength, etc., that subsequently could
lead to serious damage and/or injury.
The following basic safety instructions therefore
apply:
Use the separator only for the purpose
and parameter range specified by
Alfa Laval.
Strictly follow the instructions for
installation, operation and maintenance.
Ensure that personnel are competent and
have sufficient knowledge of maintenance
and operation, especially concerning
emergency stopping procedures.
Use only Alfa Laval genuine spare parts
and the special tools supplied.
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Disintegration hazards
When power cables are connected,
always check direction of motor rotation.
If incorrect, vital rotating parts could
unscrew.
If excessive vibration occurs, stop
separator and keep bowl filled with
liquid during rundown.
Use the separator only for the purpose
and parameter range specified by
Alfa Laval.
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Check that the gear ratio is correct for
power frequency used. If incorrect,
subsequent overspeed may result in a
serious break down.
Welding or heating of parts that rotate
can seriously affect material strength.
Wear on the large lock ring thread must
not exceed safety limit. -mark on lock
ring must not pass opposite -mark by
more than specified distance.
Inspect regularly for corrosion and
erosion damage. Inspect frequently if
process liquid is corrosive or erosive.
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kPa m /h
3
3
o
C
Hz
kg/m
r/min
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50Hz
60Hz
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A
(MAX 25 )
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Entrapment hazards
Do NOT stand on the separator or parts
of.
Entrapment hazards
Make sure that rotating parts have come
to a complete standstill before starting
any dismantling work.
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If there is no braking function the run
down time can exceed two hours.
To avoid accidental start, switch off and
lock power supply before starting any
dismantling work.
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Assemble the machine completely
before start. All covers and guards must
be in place.
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Electrical hazard
Follow local regulations for electrical
installation and earthing (grounding).
To avoid accidental start, switch off and
lock power supply before starting any
dismantling work.
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Crush hazards
Use correct lifting tools and follow lifting
instructions.
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Do not work under a hanging load.
Noise hazards
Use ear protection in noisy
environments.
Burn hazards
Lubrication oil, machine parts and
various machine surfaces can be hot and
cause burns. Wear protective gloves.
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Skin irritation hazards
When using chemical cleaning agents,
make sure you follow the general rules
and suppliers recommendation
regarding ventilation, personnel
protection etc.
Use of lubricants in various situations.
Cut hazards
Sharp edges, especially on bowl discs
and threads can cause cuts.
Wear protective gloves.
Flying objects
Risk for accidental release of snap rings
and springs when dismantling and
assembly. Wear safety goggles.
Health hazard
Risk for unhealthy dust when handling
friction blocks/pads. Use a dust mask to
make sure not to inhale any dust.
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S01512B1
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2.1 Warning signs in text
Pay attention to the safety instructions in this
manual. Below are definitions of the three grades
of warning signs used in the text where there is a
risk for injury to personnel.
DANGER
Type of hazard
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Type of hazard
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Type of hazard
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE
NOTE indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage.

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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 wear parts in the
machine are replaced.
Oil must be taken care of in agreement with
local regulations.
Rubber and plastics should be burnt at a
licensed waste incineration plant. If not
available they should be disposed to a
suitable licensed land fill site.
Bearings and other metal parts should be
sent to a licensed handler for material
recycling.
Seal rings and friction linings should be
disposed to a licensed land fill site. Check
your local regulations.
Worn out or defected electronic parts should
be sent to a licensed handler for material
recycling.
Scrapping
At the end of use, the equipment must be
recycled according to relevant local regulations.
Besides the equipment itself, any hazardous
residues from the process liquid must be taken
into consideration 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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2.3 Requirements of
personnel
Only skilled or instructed persons are allowed to
operate the machine, e.g. operating and
maintenance staff.
Skilled person: A person with technical
knowledge or sufficient experience to enable
him or her to perceive risks and to avoid
hazards which electricity/mechanics can
create.
Instructed person: A person adequately
advised or supervised by a skilled person to
enable him or her to perceive risks and to
avoid hazards which electricity/mechanics
can create.
In some cases special skilled personnel may
need to be hired, like electricians and others. In
some of these cases the personnel has to be
certified according to local regulations with
experience of similar types of work.
2.4 Remote start
If the separator is operated from a remote
position, from where it can neither be seen nor
heard, the power isolation device shall be
equipped with an interlocking device. This is to
prevent a remote start command which could
result in some liquid being fed to the separator
when it is shut down for service.
The first start after the separator has been taken
apart or has been standing still for a long time
shall always be locally manually supervised.

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3 Separator basics
Contents
3.1 Basic principles of separation 18
3.1.1 Factors influencing the separation 
result 19
3.2 Overview 21
3.3 Separating function 22
3.3.1 Purifier bowl 22
3.3.2 Position of interface - gravity disc 23
3.3.3 Clarifier bowl 24
3.4 Mechanical function 25
3.4.1 Inlet and outlet 25
3.4.2 Mechanical power transmission 26
3.4.3 Brake 27
3.4.4 Inlet and outlet pump 27
3.4.5 Sensors and indicators 28
3.5 Definitions 29

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3.1 Basic principles of
separation
The purpose of separation can be:
to free a liquid of solid particles,
to separate two mutually insoluble liquids with
different densities while removing any solids
presents at the same time,
to separate and concentrate solid particles
from a liquid.
Separation by gravity
A liquid mixture in a stationary bowl will clear
slowly as the heavy particles in the liquid mixture
sink to the bottom under the influence of gravity.
A lighter liquid rises while a heavier liquid and
solids sink.
Continuous separation and sedimentation can be
achieved in a settling tank having outlets
arranged according to the difference in density of
the liquids.
Heavier particles in the liquid mixture will settle
and form a sediment layer on the tank bottom
Centrifugal separation
In a rapidly rotating bowl, the force of gravity is
replaced by centrifugal force, which can be
thousands of times greater.
Separation and sedimentation is continuous and
happens very quickly.
The centrifugal force in the separator bowl can
achieve in a few seconds what takes many hours
in a tank under influence of gravity.
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Sedimentation by gravity
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Sedimentation in a settling tank, with outlets making it
possible to separate the lighter liquid parts from the
heavier
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The centrifugal solution

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3 Separator basics 3.1 Basic principles of separation
3.1.1 Factors influencing the
separation result
Separating temperature
For some types of process liquids (e.g. mineral
oils) a high separating temperature will normally
increase the separation capacity. The
temperature influences oil viscosity and density
and should be kept constant throughout the
separation.
Viscosity
Low viscosity facilitates separation. Viscosity can
be reduced by heating.
Density difference (specific gravity ratio)
The greater the density difference between the
two liquids, the easier the separation. The density
difference can be increased by heating.
G0011011
High viscosity (with low temperature)
G0011111
Low viscosity (with high temperature)
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High density (with low temperature)
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Low density (with high temperature)

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Phase proportions
An increased quantity of water in a oil will
influence the separating result through the
optimum transporting capacity of the disc stack. 
An increased water content in the oil can be
compensated by reducing the throughput in order
to restore the optimum separating efficiency.
The throughput
The throughput sets the time allowed for the
separation of water and sediment from the oil. A
better separation result can often be achieved by
reducing the throughput, i.e. by increasing the
settling time.
Sludge space - sludge content
Sediment will accumulate on the inside periphery
of the bowl. When the sludge space is filled up
the flow inside the bowl is influenced by the
sediment and thereby reducing the separating
efficiency. In such cases the time between
cleaning should be reduced to suit these
conditions.
Disc stack
A neglected disc stack containing deformed discs
or discs coated with deposits will impair the
separating result.
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Sludge accumulation