Specifications

Document No. DER03020 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Page 2 of 7 Effective Date 10 Oct 08
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
Following is the sequence of steps for installing the centrifuge. The sequence presented may vary
depending on the user’s facilities and previous experience with this type of equipment.
1. Read and understand all safety information in Warnings Summary
DER02020 in Section 2
before installing and operating this equipment.
2. Read and understand the Equipment Handling Procedures
DER01420 in Section 1 before
lifting and moving the equipment.
3. Position and level equipment at installation site.
4. Remove shipping brackets, and lower and secure the rotating assembly to the base.
5. Adjust drive belt (refer to Adjustments,
DER05104).
6. Connect liquid discharge line.
7. If discharge duct is to be used, connect duct to solids discharge chute.
8. Install feed tube, and connect flexible feed line to feed tube.
9. Connect electric power supply to the equipment, and connect feed pump to centrifuge control
circuit.
10. Refer to Section 4 - Operating Instructions
DER04097 for startup and operating procedures.
REQUIRED CLEARANCES AND POSITIONING
Sufficient space should be provided around the equipment to facilitate access for maintenance,
inspection, and adjustment.
Typical operation and maintenance functions include the following activities:
1. Access the electrical control box and electrical junction box.
2. Open and close top cover.
3. Operate electrical controls.
4. Grease rotating assembly bearings.
5. Check and fill gearbox and drive clutch.
6. Connect and disconnect feed and liquid discharge lines.
EQUIPMENT LEVELING
The centrifuge must be properly leveled for satisfactory operation. The equipment must be leveled
along the length and width of the unit (Figure 3020-1). A 2-foot or torpedo level is recommended.
Non-compressible shims should be used as required to level the machine.