Apeks Transformer User manual

Version 1, February 2020
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THE TRANSFORMER®2000psi and THE BAMBINO®
2000psi Botanical Oil Extraction System
Installation Manual

Apeks Supercritical: The Transformer®and The Bambino®Installation Manual
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Apeks Supercritical: The Transformer®and The Bambino®Installation Manual
Table of Contents
1. Critical Safety Overview.................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Facility Requirements....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Temperature .................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Ventilation and Dust Control ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Foundation ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Custom Layout ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
3. When the System Arrives ................................................................................................................................................. 7
Verifying Apeks System Contents List ............................................................................................................................. 7
Receiving the Crates ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Apeks Labeling .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
TiltWatch and ShockWatch ....................................................................................................................................... 9
Inspecting Crates for Damage ................................................................................................................................... 9
System Layouts............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Unpacking Instructions................................................................................................................................................... 18
Uncrating Extractor/Separator Stand ..................................................................................................................... 18
Uncrating Diaphragm Compressor .......................................................................................................................... 20
Uncrating Chiller ...................................................................................................................................................... 21
Setup and Assembly ....................................................................................................................................................... 21
Coolant Line and Chiller Setup................................................................................................................................. 21
CO2Connections ...................................................................................................................................................... 25
CO2Vent Connections.............................................................................................................................................. 26
Air Connections ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
Electrical Requirements ........................................................................................................................................... 28
Electrical Connections.............................................................................................................................................. 30
E-mail Alerts and Software Updates ........................................................................................................................ 31
4. General Overview and Nomenclature............................................................................................................................ 32
System Overview............................................................................................................................................................ 32
General System Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 38
5. References .................................................................................................................................................................... 38
6. Appendices .................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Appendix A: Torque Requirements ............................................................................................................................... 39

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1. Critical Safety Overview
Please read these IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS carefully before installing, operating or performing any user-
maintenance activities on the system, and SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS to refer to them as needed to ensure
continued safe operation. These instructions are critically important to your safety and proper operation of the
system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to equipment and/or bodily injury.
•Ensure that a qualified safety officer oversees all installation, operation and user-maintenance activities
in accordance with this instruction manual.
•Ensure that only qualified personnel perform all installation, operation and user-maintenance activities in
accordance with this instruction manual.
Note:Qualified personnel are given documented training and should be qualified by the extractor
manufacturer or its designee, or as otherwise required by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), prior to
performing any installation, operation or user-maintenance activities. Qualified personnel are to be
experienced in such work and must be aware of and take all safety precautions.
•Our subcritical and supercritical CO2extraction systems operate under high pressure. Operators must be
fully trained and familiar with the systems. Failure to operate these systems correctly can result in a rapid
release of high-pressure CO2and may cause equipment damage and/or bodily injury.
•Our subcritical and supercritical CO2extraction systems use large amounts of CO2during operation. These
systems should be installed in a well-ventilated area to prevent buildup of CO2, which can cause
asphyxiation. Always use a CO2monitor to ensure safe operations.
•WARNING – RISK OF INJURY: Opening a vessel under pressure can result in a rapid release of pressure
and ejection of material from inside the vessel. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN A VESSEL UNDER PRESSURE!
Always make sure a vent path for the vessel is opened and the corresponding pressure gauge reads zero
prior to loosening the vessel closure. If the handles are difficult to open, this may indicate that the
pressure vessel is still pressurized. Do not force it open. Any pressure in the pressure vessel can be
hazardous.
•WARNING – MAY CAUSE BURNS: Liquified gases are normally stored under pressure. When these liquids
are released to atmospheric pressure, rapid evaporation occurs resulting in reduced temperatures at the
point of evaporation. Exposure of tissue to evaporating liquid can result in freezing and tissue damage.
Precautions should be taken to avoid contact of liquid with eyes, skin, or respiratory system. Tissue
damaged by exposure to evaporating liquid should be treated as frozen tissue (i.e., frostbite). Reference
the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for more detailed information.
•WARNING – RISK OF INJURY: Check that all components are secured before operating the extraction
system.
•Our subcritical and supercritical CO2extraction systems are designed to operate indoors in a temperature-
controlled environment. Extreme temperatures (below 60°F and above 80°F) will negatively impact the
functionality of the system, chiller, pump and CO2bottles.
•For indoor chiller and cooling system applications, only use propylene glycol and distilled water. Never
use deionized water in the chiller or cooling system for indoor applications. For outdoor chiller and
cooling system applications, use propylene glycol and clean tap water.

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•Extraction system components can weigh in excess of 2,000 lb. and must be moved carefully. Do not
attempt to move system pieces without the proper equipment, as this could result in serious injury or
death.
•Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is recommended for persons during setup, operation, disassembly,
and clean-up of the equipment. It is recommended that operators wear the following PPE:
oChemical-resistant safety goggles;
oGloves;
oEar protection devices;
oFlame-resistant clothing (when working with flammable solvents or in an otherwise
hazardous location);
oClose-toed foot protection; and
oRespirator mask.
•For CE Code-based installations and NEC-based installations, please refer to the following instructions, as
applicable:
oFor CE Code-based installations: “Installations shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s
installation instructions and CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 (CE Code), National
Fire Code of Canada (NFC), and CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.”
oFor NEC-based installations: “Installation shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s
installation instructions and NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), International Fire Code
(IFC), NFPA 1, Fire Code, and NFPA 58, Liquified Petroleum Gas Code.”
•It is the responsibility of the AHJ to verify the suitability of the extractors in the end installation in
accordance with all applicable codes, together with these installation instructions.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION PROCEDURES PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL MAY
VOID THE EXTRACTION SYSTEM’S WARRANTY.

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2. Facility Requirements
Temperature
The Transformer®and The Bambino®systems are designed to run in a climate-controlled facility where the
temperature is maintained between 60°F and 80°F. System performance will decrease outside this temperature
range, getting progressively worse as temperatures deviate farther from the recommended range.
Ventilation and Dust Control
The Transformer®and The Bambino®systems should be placed in a well-ventilated environment that is free from
excess dust from other manufacturing operations.
Foundation
The Transformer®and The Bambino®systems are designed to be installed on a concrete (or similarly stable) flat
floor.
Custom Layout
The Transformer®and The Bambino®systems are designed to be able to be located in different rooms or areas to
isolate different portions of the process. This modulation should be stated during the purchase process, otherwise
additional costs and delays may occur.

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3. When the System Arrives
Verifying Apeks System Contents List
Every Apeks machine is sent with a system contents list that contains a quality control checklist and a packing slip,
such as the one shown in Figure 3-1.
VERIFY THAT ALL ITEMS ON THE PACKING SLIP HAVE BEEN RECEIVED BEFORE CONTINUING WITH
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION. CONTACT US IF ANY ITEMS ARE MISSING.
Figure 3-1: Packing Slip

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Receiving the Crates
Apeks Labeling
An Apeks sticker (such as the one shown in Figure 3-2) should be displayed on the outside of each crate. If the crate
delivered to you does not have an Apeks sticker, please contact us to ensure the crate came directly from Apeks.
Figure 3-2: Shipping Label (The Transformer®label shown)

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TiltWatch and ShockWatch
Each crate should have TiltWatch Plus sensors and ShockWatch stickers (such as those shown in Figure 3-3) affixed
on the outside. The TiltWatch Plus Sensors indicate the degree to which the crate may have tilted to the right or
left or if the crate overturned completely during shipping. If the sensors show the crate tilted beyond 30° to the
right or left or overturned completely, please contact us. The ShockWatch sticker is an additional sticker that
indicates if the crate has been mishandled. If the indicator on the ShockWatch sticker is red, please contact us.
Inspecting Crates for Damage
Prior to opening any crate, you should verify that there is no visible external damage. If you notice your crate has
been damaged, be sure to note the damage on the applicable Proof of Delivery, and please contact us to report the
damage.
Figure 3-3: TiltWatch Label and ShockWatch Sticker

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System Layouts
The Bambino®2000psi Standard Layout

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The Bambino®2000psi Floor Layout

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The Transformer®2000psi Standard Layout
Applicable to 5L and 20L Systems

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The Transformer®2000psi Floor Layout
Applicable to 5L and 20L Systems

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The Transformer®2000psi Standard Layout
Applicable to 5Lx20L and 20Lx20L Systems

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The Transformer®2000psi Floor Layout
Applicable to 5Lx20L and 20Lx20L Systems

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The Transformer®2000psi Standard Layout
Applicable to 5Lx5L System

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The Transformer®2000psi Floor Layout
Applicable to 5Lx5L System

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Unpacking Instructions
WARNING:Each crate contains heavy components. Do not attempt to lift without the proper equipment.
Uncrating Extractor/Separator Stand
To uncrate the extractor/separator stand, first, remove the sides and top of the shipping crate. Then, remove the
wooden tie downs that keep the system attached to the skid. See Figure 3-4.
Figure 3-4: Wood Tie-Downs
Wood Tie-Downs

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Carefully use a forklift to remove the system from the skid. The system has features designed specifically to be used
with a forklift to properly remove the system from the skid. See Figure 3-5. WARNING:Lifting the system from
anywhere but the labeled pickup locations can lead to equipment damage and/or serious injury or death.
Attach the four leveling feet to each stand before lowering the stand. Once the system is on the ground, use the
leveling feet to level the system and then snug the jam nut against the stand to secure the feet. See Figure 3-6.
Jam Nut
Figure 3-6: Leveling Feet
Figure 3-5: Forklift Insert Features
Insert Forklift Here

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Uncrating Diaphragm Compressor
To uncrate the diaphragm compressor, first, remove the sides and top of the shipping crate. Then, remove the lag
screw/bolts that keep the diaphragm pump attached to the skid. See Figure 3-7.
Carefully use a forklift to remove the diaphragm compressor from the shipping crate. The diaphragm compressor
stand is labeled with proper forklift pickup locations. WARNING:Lifting the diaphragm compressor from
anywhere but the labeled pickup locations can lead to equipment damage and/or serious injury or death.
Once the diaphragm compressor is off the shipping crate, attach the four rubber vibration dampening feet to the
four corners of the pump. See Figure 3-8. Anchor the diaphragm compressor to the floor with concrete lags or
other suitable hardware.
Figure 3-7: Diaphragm pump on skid
Figure 3-8: Vibration Dampening Feet