Farr Gold Series Installation and operating instructions

Gold Series
Dust
Collector
Gold Series
Dust
Collector
Installation,
Operation and
Maintenance
Installation,
Operation and
Maintenance
Farr Air Pollution Control
PO Box 9080 / 3501 North Airport Road
Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401
1-800-479-6801
1-800-222-6891 Fax
wwwfarr.com/apc
Customer:Customer:
Location:Location:
Job #:
Local Rep:
Rep. Phone #:
Document #C-1000-21 Rev. D

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................5
SECTION 100-SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................................................................5
SECTION 100-SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................................................................6
100.1 UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS AND SYMBOLS ..............................................................................................6
100.2 WARNING DECALS AND GUARDS ..................................................................................................................6
100.3 LOCK-OUT/TAG-OUT REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................7
SECTION 200-RECEIVING YOUR EQUIPMENT................................................................................................8
200.1 THE PURCHASER’S RESPONSIBILITY .............................................................................................................8
200.2 SYSTEM COMPONENTS ..................................................................................................................................8
200.3 HOW YOUR EQUIPMENT IS SHIPPED .............................................................................................................9
200.4 UNCRATING AND INSPECTION ........................................................................................................................9
200.5 UNDERSTAND YOUR SERIAL PLATE...............................................................................................................9
SECTION 300-INSTALLATION OF YOUR EQUIPMENT................................................................................10
TABLE 300.1: GOLD SERIES ASSEMBLY TOOLS ....................................................................................................10
SECTION 310-ASSEMBLING YOUR GOLD SERIES........................................................................................11
310.1 HARDWARE...................................................................................................................................................11
310.2 HOPPERS......................................................................................................................................................11
310.3 SUPPORT LEGS AND BRACES ......................................................................................................................11
310.4 HOPPER/SUPPORT STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................................11
310.5 FILTER MODULE ...........................................................................................................................................11
310.6 DISCHARGE ACCESSORIES ..........................................................................................................................12
310.7 DRUM KIT/SLIDE GATE.................................................................................................................................13
310.8 PLATFORM/LADDER......................................................................................................................................13
SECTION 320-ATTACHING DUCT WORK TO YOUR GOLD SERIES.........................................................14
320.1 INLET DUCT DESIGN.....................................................................................................................................15
320.2 INLET FLANGES.............................................................................................................................................16
320.3 REMOTE MOUNT FAN DISCHARGES ............................................................................................................16
320.4 TOP MOUNT FAN DISCHARGES....................................................................................................................16
320.5 DISCHARGE HOPPER FLANGE......................................................................................................................16
SECTION 330-FIELD UTILITY CONNECTIONS ..............................................................................................17
330.1 MOTOR CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................................................18
330.2 TIMER CONTROL...........................................................................................................................................19
330.3 SOLENOIDS ...................................................................................................................................................19
330.4 DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE (DP) CONNECTIONS..........................................................................................21
330.5 COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION .................................................................................................................21
330.6 SPRINKLER CONNECTIONS ..........................................................................................................................23
SECTION 340-EXPLOSION VENTS .....................................................................................................................25
340.1 IMPORTANT NOTE CONCERNING EXPLOSION VENTS:.................................................................................25
340.2 GENERAL EXPLOSION VENT GUIDELINES....................................................................................................25
340.3 EXPLOSIVE DUSTS .......................................................................................................................................26
340.4 EXPLOSION VENTS OPERATION ...................................................................................................................26
340.5 RETURN OF FILTERED AIR TO THE BUILDING ..............................................................................................26
340.6 LOCATION OF VENTS AND VENTED EQUIPMENT..........................................................................................26
340.7 SYSTEM DUCTING ON COMBUSTIBLE DUSTS ..............................................................................................27
340.8 IGNITION SOURCES ......................................................................................................................................27
340.9 VENT DISCHARGE DUCTS ............................................................................................................................27
340.10 VENT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................27
SECTION 350-FILTER INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT.............................................................................28
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SECTION 360-PRECOATING OF FILTERS .......................................................................................................29

SECTION 400-OPERATION OF YOUR EQUIPMENT ......................................................................................31
400.1 SYSTEM OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................31
400.2 FILTER CLEANING.........................................................................................................................................32
400.3 CLEANING SYSTEM COMPONENTS ..............................................................................................................33
400.4 DWYER DCT1000 AUTOMATIC TIMER CONTROLLER .................................................................................34
400.5 NCC DT-10 (DETERMINATOR) AUTOMATIC TIMER CONTROLLER.............................................................37
400.6 GOYEN T-4 AND P-4 AUTOMATIC TIMER CONTROLLER .............................................................................41
400.7 FAN OPERATION ...........................................................................................................................................44
400.8 STARTUP PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................49
400.9 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ..............................................................................................................................50
400.10 RECOMMENDED TIMER SETTINGS .............................................................................................................50
SECTION 500-PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................51
500.1 FILTER ELEMENTS ........................................................................................................................................51
500.2 HOPPER ........................................................................................................................................................51
500.3 FAN MOTOR LUBRICATION ...........................................................................................................................51
500.4 SOLENOID AND DIAPHRAGM VALVES ...........................................................................................................51
500.5 AUTOMATIC TIMER CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)...............................................................................................52
500.6 CLEANING AND REPAIR ................................................................................................................................52
500.7 INSPECTION LOG ..........................................................................................................................................52
500.8 SUGGESTED PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.............................................................................54
SECTION 510-TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE....................................................................................................55
SECTION 600-DEFINITIONS.................................................................................................................................68
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SECTION 700- REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST...................................................................................................71

GOLD SERIES ACCESSORIES
Following is a list of common accessories to Gold Series collectors that are not covered in this manual. If
your collector includes any of the accessories, the documentation title and/or number will be listed beside
the accessory. The documentation will be included with this manual submittal.
Fan __________________________________________________
Fan Silencer __________________________________________________
SMF Kit __________________________________________________
Automatic Timer
Controller __________________________________________________
Motor Starter __________________________________________________
Air Lock __________________________________________________
Screw Conveyor __________________________________________________
Dust Level Indicator __________________________________________________
High Hopper Level
Probe __________________________________________________
Support Structure __________________________________________________
Determinator Remote
Display Panel __________________________________________________
Thermocouple __________________________________________________
Magnehelic Gage __________________________________________________
Photohelic Gage __________________________________________________
Flow Meter __________________________________________________
Compressed Air
Pressure Transducer __________________________________________________
Emissions Monitor __________________________________________________
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of Farr Air Pollution Control equipment! As the owner/operator of this
equipment you have an important responsibility to see that it is operated and maintained in a safe
manner. The unit will require moderate attention to keep it in good operating condition. This manual has
been prepared to aid you in that effort. Throughout this manual, reference may be made to various
components, which may or may not be part of your particular system. They are included in the interest of
fully describing typical systems with all available options.
This manual covers the installation, operation and maintenance of the Gold Series Dust Collector. This is
a piece of air cleaning equipment that is used to eliminate dust contaminants from the environment
making the facility or plant a healthier and safer work place. This unit has been assembled using only
quality materials and labor. This machine has been checked to make sure that it is operational for you at
the time of installation.
Prior to installing your equipment, thoroughly read and understand this manual. Locate all parts and
ensure that nothing is missing, suffered shipping damage or has been damaged during unloading.
Familiarize yourself with each component of your system and its function using the contents of this
manual as a guide. Refer to any local codes or ordinances relating to equipment of this type. They may
affect the method or procedure used to install your system.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL!
It contains information which when properly used will insure proper operation, continued
high performance, and a long work life to your unit.
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SECTION 100-SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Farr relies on the skills and expertise of its customer and any consulting engineers and/or installing
contractors hired by that customer to properly design and install the dust collection system of which Farr
equipment is a part. It is the responsibility of the end user of this equipment to take the necessary
precautions to minimize the inherent risks associated with combustible dust.1Refer to Section 340 of this
manual if you have an explosive dust. Read this manual thoroughly and comply with the precautionary
statements relative to worker safety. Precautions must be taken to ensure that all electrical/air
connections and regulation devices are installed and operating properly.
100.1 Understand Signal Words and Symbols
The symbols shown below appear on the equipment to alert you of potential hazards. When you see
these symbols you must read, understand, and heed the information that accompanies them.
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100.2 Warning Decals and Guards
This piece of equipment contains several warning decals located in many different locations. It is the
owner/operator's responsibility to maintain the integrity of these decals and to ensure that all operators of
the equipment are aware of them and understand their meaning. Replacement decals are available free
of charge from your Farr Service Representative, or by calling Farr direct at 1-800-479-6801. Part
numbers for these decals are listed in the spare parts list in section 700.
This piece of equipment may contain one or more safety guards to protect the operator(s) from injury. It
is the owner/operator's responsibility to maintain the integrity of these guards and ensure that they are in
place when the equipment is in operation.
WARNING!
DO NOT attempt to operate or maintain this piece of equipment until you have read and thoroughly
understood all of the safety information contained in this manual. All such information must be taken
seriously. This piece of equipment contains moving parts and potential pinch points, which can cause
serious injury or death. If you do not understand anything in this manual, seek assistance from your
supervisor before operating this equipment. DO NOT attempt to operate this equipment with out factory-
installed guards. Replace damaged guards.
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1See NFPA 654 Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions from the Manufacturing, Processing, and
handling of Combustible Particulate Solids. And NFPA 68 Guide for Venting of Deflagrations.
Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided may result in death or
serious injury
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which
may, if not avoided, result in
nor or moderate injury and
or property damage.
Indicates a potential hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates the presence of an
electrical power source,
which could result in death,
personal and /or property
damage.

Identifies equipment
wi
Indicates the hazard of being
trapped inside a dust collector. If
the main fan is activated the
collector door would be sucked
shut. The door would be very
difficult to open against the
negative pressure generated by
the fan.
Marks the location of an
explosion relief vent. In
the event of an explosion
in the dust collector
there is a potential for
damage to personal
property, injury, and /or
death.
SEE SECTION 340
Identifies hazards associated with
rotating machinery.
Identifies hazards associated with
belt and chain drives.
Identifies hazards associated with
compressed air sources.
that will start
thout warning.
Identifies hazards associated with equipment
that are considered confined spaces.
100.3 Lock-out/Tag-out Requirements
Control of this equipment must be in accordance with OSHA Standard 1910.147 “Control of Hazardous
Energy (Lock-out/Tag-out)”. This standard “requires employers to establish a program and utilize
procedures for affixing appropriate lock-out/tag-out devices to energy isolating devices and to otherwise
disable machines or equipment to prevent unexpected energizing, start-up or release of stored energy in
order to prevent injury to employees”.
For further information on Lock-out/Tag-out requirements, see your company’s Safety Director or refer to
OSHA Standard 1910.147.
Before inspecting or servicing this equipment perform an approved Lock-out/Tag-out procedure
on the electrical service, the compressed air (or other gas) supply or any other energy source.
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SECTION 200-RECEIVING YOUR EQUIPMENT
200.1 The Purchaser’s Responsibility
A visual inspection of your equipment should be performed before it is removed from the truck. Dents,
scratches and other damage should be noted and photographed. The structural integrity of the housing
will be adversely affected by large dents. Farr should immediately be notified of any structural damage to
your equipment. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to file shortage reports and damage claims
with the carrier and your Farr representative. The carrier is responsible for any damage to the
equipment while it is in transit unless specific arrangements are made otherwise.
The Gold Series dust collector is shipped disassembled and must be reassembled by installation
personnel. Unit assembly, with the exception of the electrical and air connections, can usually be
accomplished by anyone with a basic understanding of common hand tools.
Besides a common set of hand tools, a crane, fork-lift and/or chain-fall will be required to position the fan
and motor on top of the unit clean-air plenum and lift heavier components into position.
Farr must rely on the skill and expertise of its customers and the customer's installation
contractor to ensure that all electrical connections are made correctly and air connections and
regulation devices are installed and operating properly.
200.2 System Components
Your Gold Series dust collection system may consist of one or all of the following components:
13. Discharge Drum(s)
1. Filter Module
14. Manual Cleaning Control
2. Hopper Section(s)
15. Automatic Timer Control
3. Fan
16. Fan silencer
4. Support Legs
5. Cross Braces
6. Assembly Hardware
7. Motor Starter
8. Maintenance Platform
9. Maintenance Ladder
10. Rotary Airlock
11. Screw Conveyor(s)
12. Slide Gate Kit(s)
Remote Mount
Fan
Access Platfor
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Rotar
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Airlock Filter Module –
Cartridges are factory
installed. Hardware is
located inside inlet
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Figure 200.2 Gold Series Shipment

200.3 How Your Equipment Is Shipped
It is Farr’s goal to ship our products as economically and practically as possible. In order to save our
customers shipping costs, it is our goal to load your collector on as few trucks as necessary. The number
and size of trucks required to transport your collector will depend solely on the size of your unit. The
trucks are loaded to minimize damage to the collector while loading, shipping, and unloading. Typically,
your collector will ship with the hopper, plenum, support structure, fan and other accessories
disassembled. These items will be loaded on the trucks separately and placed on pallets for easy
unloading. A fork-truck or crane may be needed to unload your collector depending on the size of the
unit. All assembly hardware will be located in a box that will be placed in the inlet of the plenum
section of your collector. A picture of a typical collector loaded on a flat bed trailer is shown in Figure
200.2
200.4 Uncrating and Inspection
Each Gold Series dust collector is normally shipped on two or more skids. One skid contains the filter
module section. A second skid contains the hopper section and other skids will contain fans, support legs,
safety monitoring filters, airlocks and custom accessories. Typically, the filter cartridges, control box
and any other user installed components are shipped inside the cartridge area of the bin-vent
section.
Use extreme care when handling the unit and components. Careless handling can damage delicate
parts or affect assembly alignments. Compare the number of items received against the carrier's Bill of
Lading. The project drawing has a listing of all loose components shipped with the job. A copy of this
drawing is included with this manual submittal and can also be found in the small parts box located in the
inlet of the collector. Inspect all items for apparent damage. Immediately report any shortages or
obvious damage to the carrier and to your local Farr Representative or call Farr at 1-800-479-6801.
When all skids are completely unpacked, check all items received against the material list on the project
drawing and or the packing list (if any) sent with the shipment. Further inspect the unit and components
for hidden damage. Again, report any shortages or damage to the carrier and to your local Farr
Representative.
Do not return any damaged components without first contacting your Farr Representative to
obtain Returned Goods Authorization (RGA). Carefully inspect all packing material so that small
parts are not inadvertently discarded.
200.5 Understand Your Serial Plate
Once you receive your equipment, it will be important to have the collector’s part, model, and order
numbers. This information will be helpful when calling customer service or finding original equipment
supplied with the collector. This information should be found on a silver plate above the door on your
collector. You should write this information in this book for easy access. Here is what your serial plate will
show.
Part Number – This will link the unit to the prints and
engineering documents associated with your unit.
Model – This tells us what style unit you purchased.
Product – This information will identify what model of
Farr dust collector you own. Gold Series should be
printed in this area.
Serial Number – This number will provide all of the
same information (part numbers, size, and model) and
will also provide the sold to and ship to addresses. It will also provide all of the accessories sold with the
unit, and the best source of information for ordering replacement parts.
Ship Date – This will identify when and where the collector was manufactured and when it shipped. This
information will aid in tracking order information.
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Figure 200.5 Serial Plate
JONESBORO, AR U.S.A.
www.camfilfarr.com/apc
FAX: [phone]
TEL: [phone]
PART NO.
SER NO.
MODEL
L-68494

SECTION 300-INSTALLATION OF YOUR EQUIPMENT
Table 300.1: Gold Series Assembly Tools
The following items may be required to install your equipment depending on configuration and installation
requirements:
Only trained, authorized personnel should be permitted to service or maintain electrical or safety
components. It is the buyers/installers responsibility to ensure that all applicable electrical and
safety codes are met.
DESCRIPTION INTENDED USE
1 SAE Socket Set General tightening of fasteners
2 Common Screwdriver Electrical connections
3 Phillips Screwdriver Electrical connections
4 Electric Drill or Impact Wrench Installation of self-tapping screws and fasteners
5 Hammer Drill Anchoring to floor
6 Masonry Bit Anchoring to floor
7 Hammer Installing anchors
8 Pliers General use
9 Wire Cutters Electrical connections
10 Wire Nuts Electrical connections
11 Electrical Tape Electrical connections
12 Extension Cord General use
13 Conduit Electrical connections
14 ¾” or larger black iron pipe or equivalent Compressed air connections
15 Fittings for items 13 & 14 Compressed air and electrical connections
16 Thread Sealant Compressed air connections
17 Alignment Punch Aligning holes
18 Forklift or Overhead Hoist Moving and positioning components
19 Electrical Cable (3 PH 230/460 VAC 10 HP) Fan electrical connections
20 Electrical Cable (1 PH 120/240 VAC) Control and lighting electrical connections
21 Wedge anchors or equivalent suitable for the application Anchoring to floor
22 230/460VAC, 3 Ph, 60Hz Electric Motor Starter *Ventilation Fan * (If not supplied with unit)
23 Transit or Carpenters Level Leveling Unit
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