Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Manufacturers of Quality Pumps, Controls, and Systems 72-910-APMDS-E Rev A Standard Product Operations 27101 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda, FL 33982 Tel: (941) 575-3800 Tel: (800) 333-6677 Fax: (941) 575-4085 Fax: (800) 456-4085 spotech@pulsa.com www.Pulsafeeder.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Pulsafeeder Factory Service Policy Should you experience a problem with your Polymer Makedown System, first consult the troubleshooting guide in this operation and maintenance manual, as well as the information in the manual for your Pulsatron pump.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Table of Contents Topic Page Introduction........................................................................................................... 4 Safety .................................................................................................................... 5 Skid Layout and Component Descriptions ........................................................... 6 Systems Overview ................................
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Introduction Congratulations! With the Pulsafeeder Pre-Engineered Polymer Makedown System, you have the finest polymer makedown equipment platform available. This system includes the essential elements for successful installation and operation of your system(s). You are encouraged to: READ THIS MANUAL! Pulsafeeder Pre-Engineered Polymer Makedown Systems are designed to support multi-pump installations for injection.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Safety Your safety is of the utmost concern to Pulsafeeder. Dosing pumps and systems can handle harsh or toxic chemicals and exposure can lead to serious injury or death. Always wear appropriate protective clothing (for example, safety glasses, gloves, coveralls, etc.) and follow safe handling procedures. Pay attention to what you’re doing and note safety advisories where they are shown throughout this manual.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual System Layout and Components Figure 1, below, illustrates a static mixer polymer makedown system with integrated control and daytank. This system can be used for two different chemicals or for redundant pump operation with one chemical. Your skid system may be less complex than this. Note the various components and their descriptions as they apply to your system.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Mixer, Tank Level Sensor Control Panel Made-down Polymer Inlet Made-down Polymer Outlet to Day-tank Calibration Column Fill Valve Low Flow Switch Made-down Polymer Day Tank Made-down Polymer outlet tp Process Mounting Base Calibration Column Back Pressure Valve Neat Polymer Injection Quill Static Mixer Flow Indicator, Water Pump Power Supply Neat Polymer Pump Water Inlet, Left Side, Back or Front Figure 1 Neat Po
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Systems Overview The Polymer Makedown System is designed to inject neat polymer into a clean water stream and to agitate this mixture through a static mixer causing the polymer strands to expand into a ‘made-down’ aqueous solution. The solution is stored in the polymer solution day-tank and mixed occasionally with the rotary mixer located in the tank.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual The injection point in the served process or system must be higher than the top of the Solution Supply Tank to prohibit gravity feeding unless suitable backpressure is always present at the injection point.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Installation Prior to attempting installation, familiarize yourself with the layout and components furnished with your Pulsafeeder Polymer Makedown System. These vary from system to system – review the documentation supplied with your order. Inspect your system for damage which may have occurred during transit.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Neat Polymer Supply Line This line connects the source of the neat polymer to the Pulsafeeder Polymer Makedown System. Please refer to Figure 1 on page 6. The neat polymer source must be located above the centerline of the pump (flooded suction condition); ensure that the suction line has a gradual downward slope from the tank to the skid suction connection.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual 72-910-APMDS-E Rev A Skid Layout and Components Page 12
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Initial System Start Be sure that all selectors are in the “OFF” position before power is connected; this includes: 1. Main Power switch, marked “POWER”. 2. Neat Polymer Feed Pump switch, marked “POLY. PUMP”. 3. Water Inlet Solenoid Valve switch, marked “WATER SOL.”. 4. Polymer Tank Mixer switch, marked “MIXER”.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual System Operation 1. After the Neat Polymer Pump is primed, turn the Main Power switch, marked “POWER” to the “OFF” position. 2. Turn the Neat Polymer Feed Pump switch, marked “POLY. PUMP” to the “AUTO” position. 3. Turn the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve switch, marked “WATER SOL.” To the “AUTO” position. 4. Optional: Turn the Polymer Tank Mixer switch, marked “MIXER” to the “AUTO” position. 5.
Automatic Polymer Makedown Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual 1. No Flow Alarm: There is a 5 second delay from the opening of the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve to reading the flow switch status for alarm. If the Flow Switch contact status is Open (indicating No Flow, or loss of incoming water) the alarm condition in will be activated. 2. Undesired Flow Alarm: There is a 5 second delay following closure of the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve to the reading the flow switch status for alarm.
