BÖWE P26 User manual

BA P21 /P26 /P30 / 09.11/GB IV
SN 707760

This machine, which works with the solvent
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc), complies with
the EC Machinery Directive 98/37 EC,
the EC Low Voltage Directive 73/23 EEC
in the version RL 93/68 EEC,
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
and the harmonized standards
EN ISO 12100-1 and 12100-2
EN 60204-1 (DIN-VDE 0113 Part I)
The contents are correct to the best of our knowledge
and belief and correspond to the present state of the
technology. No legal claims can be derived.
Subject to technical changes.
Reproduction or duplication only with our express permission.

Dear Customer,
It gives us great pleasure to present you with your BÖWE
machine. You are acquiring a machine that has been
designed and manufactured to meet the highest quality
standards and that corresponds to the latest standards in
research and technology.
Please do not put these operating instructions away without
reading them!
This manual contains all of the important information that you
need to operate your drycleaning machine.
If the prescribed maintenance work is neglected or improperly
performed, if repair work is carried out by service technicians
other than those authorized by BÖWE or if parts other than
original BÖWE spare parts are used, we naturally cannot
fulfill the guarantee obligations according to our General
Terms of Delivery.
Measurements and other values reflect the status as of the
printing date.
We reserve the right to make technical changes, at any time
and without prior notice, in the interest of continuing
development or when changes are considered to be
necessary for constructional reasons.
Reproduction - including excerpts - is permitted only with
written permission and when the source of the information is
indicated.
BÖWE Textile Cleaning GmbH
Dr.-Georg-Schaeffler-Strasse 22, D-77815 Bühl
Telefon [phone], Telefax (07223) 80103-29
Phone: ++49-7223-80103-0, Fax: ++49-7223-80103-29
email: [e-mail]

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Necessary Operating Materials and Chemical Additives
Dear Customer,
In order to prevent any delays in the commissioning of your P21/P26/P30
drycleaning machine, we ask you to make sure that the following operating
materials and chemical additives are available.
- Solvent
Use only stabilized, high-purity TETRACHLORETHENE (PERC), in
accordance with DIN 53978.
We recommend that only fresh solvent should be used in order to avoid
contamination through dirt, foreign substances and smells.
Total filling amount for the first filling:
P21, approximately: 445 l (721 kg) or 115 US gal (1590 lb) *
P26, approximately: 510 l (826 kg) or 135 US gal (1820 lb) *
P30, approximately: 565 l (915 kg) or 150 US gal (2020 lb) *
Tank I: Minimum filling volume:
P21: 110 l or 29 US gal
P26: 135 l or 36 US gal
P30: 155 l or 41 US gal
* Machine with 1 economy filter
For machines with 2 economy filters: + 50 l (13.2 US gal)
For machines with 2 economy filters and 1 cartridge filter: + 75 l (19.8 US gal)
For machines with 2 economy filters and 2 cartridge filters: + 90 l (23.8 US gal)
- Chemical additives
The chemical additives used must be heat-resistant under operating
conditions.
Depending on the equipment, the following should be available:
- Drycleaning detergent
- Waterproofing agent
- Pre- and post-spotting agents
BÖWE Textile Cleaning GmbH
Dr.-Georg-Schaeffler-Strasse 22, D-77815 Bühl
Telefon [phone], Telefax (07223) 80103-29
Phone: ++49-7223-80103-0, Fax: ++49-7223-80103-29
email: [e-mail]

BÖWE P21 /P26 /P30
Contents
1. General Information ......................................................................1
1.1 Technical Literature....................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Laws, Ordinances, Regulations ................................................................................................................1
1.3 Corrective Maintenance Work ...................................................................................................................1
2. Safety Regulations ........................................................................2
2.1 Safe Installation and Commissioning.......................................................................................................2
2.2 Authorized Use ...........................................................................................................................................2
2.3 Operation and Maintenance.......................................................................................................................3
2.4 Repair Work.................................................................................................................................................4
2.5 Decommissioning and Disassembling.....................................................................................................5
2.6 Further Safety Regulations........................................................................................................................5
3. View of the Machine ......................................................................8
3.1 General Information....................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Rear of the Machine....................................................................................................................................9
4. Technical Specifications.............................................................11
5. Settings and Optimum Operating Values .................................17
6. Operation......................................................................................19
6.1 First Startup...............................................................................................................................................19
6.1.1 Preparatory Work .................................................................................................................................19
6.1.2 Filling Machine With Solvent................................................................................................................19
6.1.3 Refilling Solvent....................................................................................................................................20
6.1.4 Filling Slimsorba Carbon Container (Optional Equipment)..................................................................21
6.1.5 Filling the Water Separator ..................................................................................................................22
6.1.6 Filling the Economy Filter.....................................................................................................................22
6.1.7 Dosing Unit...........................................................................................................................................23
6.1.8 Sprayer (Optional Equipment) .............................................................................................................23
6.1.9 Electrical Steam Generator (Optional Equipment Only for P21) .........................................................23
6.1.10 Opening the Loading Door.................................................................................................................24
6.1.11 Performing a Test Run.......................................................................................................................25
6.1.12 Refrigeration unit................................................................................................................................25
6.2 Automatic Operation - Brief Instructions ...............................................................................................26
7. Functional Units ..........................................................................27
7.1 Tanks (Work Tank /Clean Tank /Extra Tank)..........................................................................................27
7.2 Solvent Pump ............................................................................................................................................27
7.3 Solvent Cooling System (Optional Equipment).....................................................................................28
7.4 Economy Solvent Filter............................................................................................................................29
7.5 Adsorption Cartridge Filter......................................................................................................................30
7.6 Cage ...........................................................................................................................................................31
7.7 Cage Drive .................................................................................................................................................31
7.8 Button Trap................................................................................................................................................31
7.9 Level Controller.........................................................................................................................................31
7.10 Lint filter...................................................................................................................................................31
7.11 Airshaft ....................................................................................................................................................32
7.11.1 Refrigeration unit................................................................................................................................32

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Contents
7.12 Drying Controller (Volume Drystat) ......................................................................................................33
7.13 Loading Door Venting ............................................................................................................................34
7.14 Distillation................................................................................................................................................35
7.14.1 Overfill Preventer in Still (Optional Equipment)..................................................................................35
7.15 Emission-Free Still Rake Out.................................................................................................................35
7.17 Water Separator With Safety Separator ...............................................................................................36
7.18 Dosing Unit..............................................................................................................................................37
7.19 Sprayer.....................................................................................................................................................37
7.20 Slimsorba Adsorption Unit ....................................................................................................................40
7.20.1 Carbon container...........................................................................Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.
7.21 Solvent Safety Trough............................................................................................................................45
8. Data Display.................................................................................46
8.1 Temperature Display ................................................................................................................................46
8.2 Operating Data ..........................................................................................................................................46
8.3 What to Do If the Machine Malfunctions ................................................................................................47
9. Control System and Programs...................................................48
9.1 Summary of Cleaning Programs .............................................................................................................48
9.2 Program Sequences (Extract) .................................................................................................................49
10. Operating and Monitoring Systems.........................................54
11. Maintenance...............................................................................58
11.1 Operation and Maintenance Summary .................................................................................................58
11.2 Maintenance Points ................................................................................................................................59
11.3 Maintenance Program Summary...........................................................................................................63
11.4 Special Maintenance Features ..............................................................................................................65
11.5 Maintenance Work Instructions ............................................................................................................67
11.5.1 Lint Filter/Button Trap.........................................................................................................................67
11.5.2 Lint Post-Filter ....................................................................................................................................68
11.5.3 Water Separator With Safety Separator ............................................................................................69
11.5.5 Economy Filter Maintenance .............................................................................................................71
11.5.6 Adsorption Filter Cartridge Maintenance ...........................................................................................72
11.5.7 Distillation Maintenance .....................................................................................................................73
11.5.8 Disposal Vessel Overfill Sensor (Optional Equipment)......................................................................77
11.5.9 Maintenance of the Solvent Tank ......................................................................................................77
12. Solvent Monitoring and Care ...................................................78
13 Safety Remarks Located on the Machine ................................79

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1. General Information 1.
1.1 Technical Literature 1.1
We make particular reference here to the literature and leaflets of the trade and professional
associations, research institutes and mutual indemnity associations, as well as safety data sheets
provided by the solvent producers.
1.2 Laws, Ordinances, Regulations 1.2
To avoid health risks and environmental damage, you must strictly comply with all directives
and regulations pertaining to the industry, particularly with regard to proper handling of
TETRACHLORETHENE (Perc).
In any case, you must observe the applicable laws and regulations in the country in
which the machine is installed.
The machine complies with the following regulations:
- EC Machinery Directive 98/37 EC
- EC Low Voltage Directive 73/23 EEC in the version RL 93/68 EEC
- EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
- Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC
Applied harmonized standards:
- EN ISO 12100-1 and 12100-2
- EN 60204-1 (DIN-VDE 0113 Part 1)
Applied national standards and directives:
- Accident Prevention Regulations for Refrigeration Plants, Heat Pumps und
Cooling Equipment (BGVD4)
- CFC and Halon Prohibition Ordinance
- Operating safety regulation (Your local regulations for operational safety)
When operating the system in Germany, the following laws and directives must be observed:
- 2nd BimSchV (German Federal Pollution Control Act)
- Accident Prevention Regulations for Chemical Cleaning (BGR 500 Kapitel 2.14)
- Water Resources Law (WHG § 19)
- Waste Disposal Law
- Technical Regulations for Dangerous Working Materials (TRGS 402)
- VDI guidelines
- VDE regulations
- GefStoffV with technical rules (Regulation for hazardous material)
- Operating safety regulation
1.3 Corrective Maintenance Work 1.3
We recommend that you commission the customer service department of the BÖWE organization
for the maintenance, servicing and operating safety of this valuable drycleaning machine. They use
original BÖWE spare parts.

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2. Safety Regulations 2.
Each person who is charged with the installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance or repair of
the drycleaning machine must first have read and understood the operating and installation
instructions. In particular, we refer to the observation of the relevant laws and regulations for the
countries in question.
The cleaning machine has been built according to the latest state of the technology. Only persons who
are familiar with the machine and informed of the possible risks are authorized to set up, install,
commission, operate, maintain and repair this machine. The relevant accident prevention regulations
and other regulations involving safety and medical care for workers must be strictly adhered to.
Safety Symbols Used
This safety symbol identifies particular information regarding occupational safety.
It points out hazards and serves to protect personnel from physical injury. You
must observe all applicable laws and regulations; information on occupational
safety only emphasizes particularly dangerous areas. Failure to observe this
information can result in serious consequences for the health, up to and including
life-threatening injuries.
This symbol provides important information on the correct use of the machine.
Failure to observe this information can lead to disturbances in the machine or
surrounding area.
Mandatory signs for use of the machine
Use respiratory equipment Use eye shield Use hand guards
You are not permitted to bypass or turn off safety devices or to make them otherwise inoperative. You
must observe all applicable industrial safety regulations during installation and repair work. You must
dispose of distillation residues and process water in accordance with regulations.
2.1 Safe Installation and Commissioning 2.1
You must install the drycleaning machine according to the enclosed installation instructions. The room
must be sufficiently ventilated.
You are not permitted to operate the machine in potentially explosive areas or in areas in which
systems with open flames have been installed.
The BÖWE Organization Customer Service department is responsible for carrying out the first
startup.
2.2 Authorized Use 2.2
This drycleaning machine is designed exclusively for operation with the solvent
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc). ( See "Necessary Operating Materials and Chemical Additives").
Handle these solvents directly only when absolutely necessary and wear protective gloves and
goggles.

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2. Safety Regulations 2.
This closed-circuit drycleaning machine for industrial use (including use in cleaning shops) is intended
for cleaning textile articles (also leather or fur or for treating skins). This drycleaning machine is not
intended for customer access (such as in self-service shops).
You are not permitted to treat textiles that are easily inflammable or poisonous or that contain
radioactive materials.
The definition of authorized use includes compliance with the operating, maintenance and repair
conditions prescribed by BÖWE.
The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from unauthorized use or from changes to the
system made without proper authority.
2.3 Operation and Maintenance 2.3
Only trained service personnel who are familiar with the machine are authorized to operate and
maintain the BÖWE drycleaning machine. Safety regulations must be observed during operation and
maintenance.
Do not start the system unless all protective devices (belt guard for cage and filter drive) are in place
and working.
Check the operating safety of the machine (sealing test) and the liquid levels daily before turning it
on. Dispose of lint, process water and distillation residues according to the operating instructions.
Do not perform any maintenance work when the machine is in operation. Make sure that the
solvents, lubricants and chemical additives meet the specified quality requirements.
Perform maintenance work only when the machine is turned off and secured and has cooled
off.
When the machine is not in operation cooling water feed must be cut off by means of a stop
valve to be fitted on site.