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Biodeisel Processor Manual
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Disclaimer .............................................................................................................1 Overview of the Reaction Process ........................................................................1 Input and Preparation of Chemicals......................................................................3 Mixing ...................................................................................................................3 Separation and Removal of the Glycerin ..............................................................4 Washing and Bubbling the Biodiesel.....................................................................4 Removal of Biodiesel from the Processor .............................................................4 Safety Considerations and Concerns....................................................................5 Maintenance .........................................................................................................5 Notes on Biodiesel Usage.....................................................................................5 References ...........................................................................................................5 Appendix...............................................................................................................6 MSDS of biodiesel:............................................................................................6 MSDS of Dimethyl Ether (Methyl Oxide): ..........................................................7
Disclaimer
Responsible operation of the fuel processor is essential to human safety. The creators of the fuel processor and the authors of this user manual do not take any responsibility for harm or liability which may come as a result of usage of the processor. The operator of the processor does so at his or her own risk. The overall reaction process has been roughly adapted from the Utah Biodiesel Cooperative [1].
wear gloves, eye protection and avoid breathing the toxic fumes produced. For more information please consult the MSDS of Methyl Oxide in the appendix. Add approximately 40 liters of methanol to the plastic fuel tank
beside the main steel tank. Stir the methanol, and while still stirring add approximately 1 kg of Sodium Hydroxide. Continue stirring for approximately one minute. Loosely place the lid on the plastic tank and let the mixture stand for approximately 3-5 minutes. Remove the lid from the plastic tank and stir mixture for approximately ten minutes. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the Sodium Hydroxide is completely dissolved in the methanol. Remember do NOT breathe the fumes produced from this reaction (see step 3).
4. 5. 6. 7.
Mixing
1. Heat the oil in the main processor steel tank atleast upto 55 degrees Celsius. 2. Turn on the pump on the main control panel (NOTE: Do not let the pump run dry for any period of time). 3. Once the mixture has begun to circulate, open the valve below the plastic container and allow approximately 75% of the Methyl Oxide made in the previous steps to drain into the line and mix thoroughly. 4. Turn on and observe the reading on the electronic pH meter. Slowly continue adding the methyl Oxide until the pH of the chemical mixture reaches approximately 8.5. 5. Once the appropriate pH has been reached, close the valve connecting the plastic tank to the processor and do not allow any more methyl Oxide to be added to the mixture. 6. Turn off the heater using the switch on the main control panel.
7. Let the mixture mix for approximately five minutes, then let it stand for ten minutes. 8. Repeat step six four times. This should yield approximately one hour of mixing.
3. When it is dry, the fuel should not be cloudy and the bottom of the fuel container should be visible. 4. The fuel is ready to be used in any diesel engine without modification. Store appropriately until it is ready to be consumed.
References
[1] - http://www.utahbiodiesel.org/biodiesel_making.html [2] - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biodiesel
Eyes: Rinse with water 15 minutes, contact physician Skin; Rinse with soap and water
CAUSE REPRODUCTIVE DISORDER(S) BASED ON TESTS WITH LABORATORY ANIMALS. TARGET ORGAN(S): LIVER, KI DNEYS, BLOOD, CNS, FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM, MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM. ADDITIONAL INFO: IN LAB (EFTS OF OVEREXP) Explanation of Carcinogenicity: NOT RELEVANT Effects of Overexposure: HLTH HAZ: STUDIES WITH THIS MATERIAL, BIRTH DEFECTS, FETOTOXICITY, EMBRYOLETHALITY, ANEMIA, BONE MARROW DAMAGE, HEMOLYSIS, IMMUNOSUPPRESSION & DAMAGE TO MALE REPRODUCTIVE TISSUES HAVE BEEN OBSERVED. Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure: NONE SPECIFIED BY MANUFACTURER. =================== First Aid Measures ======================= 09/06/2005 04:54 PM http://hazard.com/msds/f2/bqt/bqttv.html Page 2 of 3 http://hazard.com/msds/f2/bqt/bqttv.html =================== First Aid Measures ======================= First Aid: EYES/SKIN: IMMEDIATELY FLUSH EYES OR SKIN WITH COPIOUS AMOUNTS OF WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MIN WHILE REMOVING CONTAMINATED CLOTHING & SHOES. INHAL: REMOVE TO FRESH AIR. IF NOT BRTHG, GIVE ARTF RESP. IF B RTHG IS DIFFICULT, GIVE OXYGEN. INGEST:WASH OUT MOUTH WITH WATER PROVIDED PERSON IS CONSCIOUS. CALL A PHYSICIAN. WASH CONTAMINATED CLOTHING BEFORE REUSE. ================== Fire Fighting Measures ===================== Flash Point:32.0F,0.0C Lower Limits:1.6% Upper Limits:10.4% Extinguishing Media: CARBON DIOXIDE, DRY CHEMICAL POWDER OR APPROPRIATE FOAM. WATER MAY BE EFFECTIVE FOR COOLING, BUT MAY NOT BE EFT EXTING. Fire Fighting Procedures: WEAR NIOSH/MSHA APPROVED SCBA & FULL PROT EQUIP . PREVENT CONTACT WITH SKIN AND EYES. EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. USE WATER SPRAY TO COOL FIRE-EXPOSED CNTNRS. Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard: VAPOR MAY TRAVEL CONSIDERABLE DISTANCE TO
SOURCE OF IGNITION AND FLASH BACK. CONTAINER EXPLOSION MAY OCCUR UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS. FORMS EXPLOSIVE MIX IN AIR. =============== Accidental Release Measures ================== Spill Release Procedures: EVAC AREA.SHUT OFF ALL SOURCES OF IGNIT.WEAR NIOSH/MSHA APPRVD SCBA, RUBBER BOOTS & HEAVY RUBBER GLOVES.COVER W/AN ACTIVATED CARBON ADSORB, TAKE UP & PLACE IN CLSD CNTNRS.TRANSPORT OUTDOORS.VENT AREA & WASH SPILL SITE AFTER MATL PICKUP IS COMPLETE. Neutralizing Agent: NONE SPECIFIED BY MANUFACTURER. ================== Handling and Storage ====================== Handling and Storage Precautions: DO NOT BREATHE VAPOR. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHING. POSSIBLE TERATOGEN. KEEP TIGHTLY CLOSED. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, SPARKS, & OPEN FLAMES. Other Precautions: STORE UNDER NITROGEN. STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE. USE NONSPARKING TOOLS. FLAMMABLE: KEEP AWAY FROM SOURCES OF IGNITION. NO SMOKING. ============= Exposure Controls/Personal Protection ============= Respiratory Protection: WEAR APPROPRIATE NIOSH/MSHA APPROVED RESPIRATOR. Ventilation: MECHANICAL EXHAUST REQUIRED. Protective Gloves: CHEMICAL-RESISTANT GLOVES. Eye Protection: CHEMICAL WORKERS GOGGLES Other Protective Equipment: SAFETY SHOWER AND EYE BATH. OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. Work Hygienic Practices: WASH THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING. Supplemental Safety and Health MFR TRADE NAME/PART NO: 99+%, 25952-7. =============== Physical/Chemical Properties ================== HCC:F3 09/06/2005 04:54 PM http://hazard.com/msds/bqt/bqttv.html Page 3 of 3 http://hazard.com/msds/f2/bqt/bqttv.html HCC:F3 Boiling Pt:B.P. Text:185F,85C Melt/Freeze Pt:M.P/F.P Text:-72F,-58C
Vapor Pres:48 @ 20C Vapor Density:3.1 Spec Gravity:0.867 Appearance and Odor: COLORLESS LIQUID ================= Stability and Reactivity Data ================= Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid: YES OXIDIZING AGENTS, STRONG ACIDS. Stability Condition to Avoid: NONE SPECIFIED BY MANUFACTURER. Hazardous Decomposition Products: TOXIC FUMES OF CARBON MONOXIDE, CARBON DIOXIDE. ================== Disposal Considerations ==================== Waste Disposal Methods: BURN IN A CHEMICAL INCINERATOR EQUIPPED W/AN AFTERBURNER AND SCRUBBER BUT EXERT EXTRA CARE IN IGNITING AS THIS MATERIAL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. DISPOSAL MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCA L REGULATIONS . Disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies): This information is formulated for use by elements of the Department of Defense. The United States of America in no manner whatsoever, expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and disclaims all liability for its use. Any person utilizing this document should seek competent professional advice to verify and assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their particular situation.
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