Conair DeDuster C-50 User manual

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UGC059-0119
DeDuster®
Model C-50

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Manual Number: UGC059-0119
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Contents
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Table of Contents
1About This Manual ................................................................................................. 5
2Safety....................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Classification of the Warning Notices........................................................................................ 6
2.2 Safety Notices ............................................................................................................................... 7
2.2.1 General Principles ................................................................................................................... 7
2.2.2Organizational Measures ........................................................................................................ 7
2.2.3 Personnel Selection and Qualifications................................................................................... 8
2.2.4 Notices of Particular Types of Danger .................................................................................... 8
3Product Description ............................................................................................... 9
3.1 General .......................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Correct Use ................................................................................................................................... 9
3.3 Setup............................................................................................................................................ 10
3.3.1 C-50 DeDuster®..................................................................................................................... 11
3.3.2 Fresh Air Inlet Filter ............................................................................................................... 13
3.3.3 Dust Collector Assembly ....................................................................................................... 14
3.4 How It Works ............................................................................................................................... 15
3.5 Technical Data ............................................................................................................................ 17
3.6 Scope of Supply.......................................................................................................................... 17
4Transportation and Storage................................................................................. 18
5Installation............................................................................................................. 19
5.1 Site Conditions ........................................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Installing the C-50 DeDuster® ................................................................................................... 19
6Operation............................................................................................................... 21
6.1 Preparing for Operation ............................................................................................................. 21
6.2 Basic Setup ................................................................................................................................. 21
6.2.1 Level Sensor Setup ............................................................................................................... 21
6.2.2Integrated Product Feeder Setup .......................................................................................... 23
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6.3 Switching ON .............................................................................................................................. 26
6.3.1 Setting Product Flow ............................................................................................................. 26
6.3.2 Setting the Air Flow ............................................................................................................... 27
6.3.3 Optimizing Cleaning Performance......................................................................................... 27
6.4 Switching OFF............................................................................................................................. 27
7Maintenance and Repairs .................................................................................... 28
7.1Safety Notices ............................................................................................................................. 28
7.2 Maintenance Plan ....................................................................................................................... 28
7.2.1 Emptying the Dust Container ................................................................................................ 29
7.2.2 Cleaning the C-50 DeDuster®............................................................................................... 29
7.2.3 Visual Inspection ................................................................................................................... 30
7.2.4 Cleaning the Ionizing Zone.................................................................................................... 30
7.2.5 Replacing the Fresh Inlet Air Filter ........................................................................................ 30

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7.2.6 Cleaning the Outlet Air Filter ................................................................................................. 30
7.3 Repairs......................................................................................................................................... 31
8Dismantling/Disposal ........................................................................................... 32
9Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 33
10 Spare Parts............................................................................................................ 34
Appendix...................................................................................................................... 37
List of Figures
Figure 1: Setup............................................................................................................................................ 10
Figure 2: C-50 DeDuster®........................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 3: Fresh Air Inlet Assembly.............................................................................................................. 13
Figure 4: Dust Collector Assembly.............................................................................................................. 14
Figure 5: C-50 DeDuster® Operation ......................................................................................................... 15
Figure 6: Operation Diagram....................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 7: Feed Screw Before and After ...................................................................................................... 19
Figure 8: Level Sensor Adjustment............................................................................................................. 21
Figure 9: Flow Adjustment .......................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 10: Electrical Control........................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 11: Dust Collector Assembly............................................................................................................ 29
Figure 12: Cleaning Filter Elements............................................................................................................ 30
List of Tables
Table 1: Capacity (Metric) ........................................................................................................................... 25
Table 2: Capacity (Imperial) ........................................................................................................................ 25
Table 3: Maintenance Plan ......................................................................................................................... 28
Table 4: Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 33
Table 5: List of Spare Parts......................................................................................................................... 34

1 About this Manual
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1 About This Manual
This operating manual contains information and processes for the entire
operating cycle of the dedusting unit. It is intended for use by trained
operators.
The following main points are described:
•Safety
•How it works
•Installation
•Operation
•Maintenance and repairs
•Dismantling
•Troubleshooting
•Spare parts
Order-specific data, exact dimensions and product specifications are listed
in the enclosed documents (see Appendix).
This operating manual must be available at the place of use at all times.
For your own safety and to prevent injuries, it is mandatory to read this
operating manual thoroughly and to observe it at all times, paying
particular attention to the safety instructions.
The operator must supplement this operating manual with the existing
national regulations (e.g. accident prevention, environmental protection
and disposal).
Reviewing and following this operating manual is a prerequisite for fault-
free operation and the recognition of any warranty claims. This operating
manual was compiled in order to provide personnel with the information
that is required for the installation, operation and maintenance.
Any person involved in installation, operation, maintenance and
troubleshooting must have read and understood this operating manual.
Maintenance and repair work that exceeds the scope of what is described
here must be done by the manufacturer.
Reference documents and drawings are included in the Appendix.

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2 Safety
2.1 Classification of the Warning Notices
This operating manual contains various symbols. The symbols point out
possible hazards and protective measures or assist in orientation.
Warning Symbols The warning symbols are divided up into the categories Danger, Warning,
Caution and Attention.
It is particularly important to obey these safety notices in order to avoid
death, injury or property damage.
DANGER
Identifies an
immediate danger
. Death or serious injury will result if no
appropriate precautionary measures are taken.
WARNING
Identifies a
potentially dangerous situation
. Death or serious injury can
result i
f no appropriate precautionary measures are taken.
CAUTION
Identifies a
potentially dangerous situation
. Injury can result if no appropriate
precautionary measures are taken.
ATTENTION
Identifies a
potentially dangerous situation. Propert
y damage can result if
no appropriate precautionary measures are taken.
Special Hazards The warning symbol is replaced by a special symbol where electrical
hazards exist.
DANGER
Identifies a danger from
electrical voltage.
Notice Symbols The notice symbols draw your attention to important information or assists
in orientation.
INFORMATION
Identifies
important information
about the product or the described action
steps to which particular attention must be paid.
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SEQUENTIAL STEP
Identifies a sequence of operations that must be observed in order to
guarantee that procedures run smoothly.

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2.2 Safety Notices
2.2.1 General Principles
•This unit is constructed in accordance with the state-of-the-art
technologies and science, and in line with the recognized safety
regulations. Nevertheless, risks to the life and safety of the operator
or third parties can arise during use and damage to the unit or other
property can occur.
•To ensure safe operation, read the operating manual and pay careful
attention to the safety instructions and danger notices!
•Use the unit only in the correct manner.
•Only operate the unit when it is in a technically faultless state.
•Faults that can impair safety must be remedied immediately.
2.2.2 Organizational Measures
Operator Instructions Always keep this operating manual available at the place where the unit is
in use and make sure that it is complete and legible.
•In addition to the operating manual, point out and observe the statutory
and other binding accident prevention and accident protection
regulations that generally apply. The rules and regulations should
cover:
– Safety at work
– Accident protection
– Handling hazardous materials
– Handling food or pharmaceutical products
– First aid
– Environmental protection
– Disposal
– Hygiene
•Supplement the operating manual with special operational
requirements relating to work organization, work procedures and
personnel used. Special operational requirements include supervision
and reporting requirements.
•All persons tasked with work on the unit must have read and
understood this operating manual before commencing work.
•Only operate unit in safe and functional state!
•Be sure that personnel are working with safety in mind and in
accordance with the operating manual.
•Provide personal protective equipment as required.
•No modifications, attachments or conversions may be made to the unit
without the manufacturer's written permission! Otherwise, the
warranty and the operating permit for the unit will be rendered void.
•Use only spare parts that conform to the technical requirements
specified by the manufacturer.
•Observe recommended intervals for repeat checks/inspections.

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Operator Instructions Before carrying out any work on the unit, read this operating manual.
•Work safely.
•Wear personal protective equipment when operating equipment.
•Observe all safety and warning notices.
•In the event of any changes to the unit or any dangerous operating
conditions, shut down the unit immediately and report the fault to the
responsible department or person.
2.2.3 Personnel Selection and Qualifications
•The unit may only be worked on by persons specifically trained to do so.
•Designate specific personnel to be responsible for assembly,
disassembly, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Have the unit
assembled, maintained and repaired only by personnel who have
been trained and authorized by the manufacturer.
2.2.4 Notices of Particular Types of Danger
Electrical Energy Electrical regulations state that only a skilled electrician or a trained person
under the supervision of a skilled electrician may work on electrical
equipment.
•Inspect the unit’s electrical equipment regularly. Faults such as loose
connections or damaged cables must be remedied immediately.
•When performing any work on the unit, de-energize and lock out the
unit to prevent it from being accidentally switched back on.

3 Product Description
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3 Product Description
3.1 General
Designation C-50 DeDuster®
Identification Name plates are attached in clearly visible locations on the unit.
Purpose This dedusting unit is suitable for cleaning granular products within the
scope of the customer dependent product specification. Cleaning may be
a prerequisite for processing.
The C-50 DeDuster®can be installed on the following equipment types:
•Injection molding machines
•Dryers
•Extruders
Characteristics of the dedusting unit:
•High throughput of approximately 45 lb/h (20 kg/h)
•Low overall height of 10.25 in (260 mm)
•Ability to remove dust and angel hair (streamers)
•Low energy consumption
•Easy to operate
The product specifications and the project-related configuration
information are defined in the enclosed technical P&ID layout and
assembly drawing.
3.2 Correct Use
This dedusting unit:
•is only for cleaning bulk materials in accordance with the enclosed
product specifications.
•may only be operated within the product specifications.
•may only be used under conditions that are within the specifications
and by trained persons following applicable safety and injury
prevention regulations.
Correct use also includes obeying all notices in this operating manual,
maintaining the specified ambient conditions and operating in
accordance with the maintenance and servicing instructions.
Incorrect Use Any deviation from the specified operating conditions is incorrect.
The operator is solely responsible for all injuries and material damage
resulting from incorrect use.

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3.3 Setup
The illustration below shows the standard setup of the C-50 DeDuster®
system. The actual setup will vary based on installation setup.
Figure 1: Setup
1. C-50 DeDuster®
2. Dust Container
3. Flapper-type Vacuum Loader (optional)
4. Inlet Hopper
5. Sight Glass
6. Level Sensor (Connected to C-50)
DANGER
Plastic pellets should never be allowed to accumula
te inside the DeDuster®. The C-
50
DeDuster® includes a
Level S
ensor that stops the product flow into the DeDuster®.
The
Level Sensor must be connected to a Sight Glass below the C-50
. When material is
detected by the
Level Sensor, C-50 DeDuster® switches off for set time and pneum
atic
cylinder brings flow cone to zero position and stops the flow of material.
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