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3 T 14
20 C 15

13
18

8
5 12 9

19

10 11 1
16 4 2
17

Figure 54: Hydraulic Power Unit

1- Electric motor (60 hp) 9- Level/temperature indicator 17- Pressure gauge (liquid filled)
2- Hydraulic pump w/unloading valve 10- Motor coupling 18- Oil heater w/thermostat
3- Oil cooler (air type) 11- Pump/motor adapter 19- Junction box
4- Pressure relief valve 12- Ball valve 20- Auxiliary tank (plugged)
5- Pressure filter 13- Butterfly valve P- “P” pressure out
6- Return filter 14- Temperature/level switch T- “T” oil return to tank
7- Oil reservoir (150 gallons/568 liters) 15- Temperature switch (motor control) C- Auxiliary tank connection
8- Oil filler/breather-desiccant type 16- Check valve
Reference drawing: Hydraulic Power Unit General Arrangement, Hydraulic Power Unit

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A. LUBRICATION AND HYDRAULIC OIL SYSTEM

1. The Minerals filter press is capable of trouble-free operation, if the lubrication

and maintenance are performed regularly and that the hydraulic oil is kept clean.

2. These instructions are divided into 2 main parts:

(1) “C. Lubrication System,” which covers the lubrication of the press
(2) “D. Hydraulic Oil System,” which covers the hydraulic power system

3. For equipment that is furnished by but not manufactured by FLSmidth Minerals,

refer to the manufacturer's instructions in the “Accessory Equipment” section (see
Table of Contents).

B. PRODUCT BRANDS

Although Mobil products are specified, if this brand is neither available nor desired:

1. Refer to the equivalents list in the “Hydraulic Oil Equivalents” section of the
“Hydraulic Oil Precautions” instruction (see Table of Contents).

2. Consult a qualified lubrication engineer.

3. Contact your FLSmidth Minerals representative. Refer to the “Offices” page (see
Table of Contents).

C. LUBRICATION SYSTEM

– The lubrication system is an automatic grease-lube system with an air/electric

powered pump. The pump connects to injector manifolds, which lubricate the AFP
IV™ Minerals Press. The grease is supplied through tubing and flexible hoses to
each shaker bearings, camshaft assemblies, and drip tray bearings.

– Lubrication is programmed to occur after an adjustable number of filter cycles for a

set duration. The frequency of lubrication can easily be changed, depending on
lubrication requirements, and the amount of grease that enters each fitting is
adjustable at the injectors.

1. Lubrication Pump

Refer to the Lubrication Pump Manufacturer’s instructions for the start-up and
operation of the pump and lube system. Refer to the “Accessory Equipment”
section of this manual (see Table of Contents).

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2. Reference Drawings

Refer to the Lube System Assembly drawing and to the manufacturer’s drawings.

3. Recommended Grease

a. Mobilgrease XHP 222 and Mobilux EP2

b. Mobilgrease XHP 222 and Mobilux EP2 equivalents, which can be

selected from the “Grease Lubricant Equivalents List” instruction (see
Table of Contents)

4. Prime the System

Although the press assembly was lubricated at the factory, and can be safely
operated for a short time, the lube lines must be primed before starting normal
continuous filtration.

a. Start the lube pump. Refer to the pump manufacturer’s instructions in the
“Accessory Equipment” section (see Table of Contents).

b. At each grease fitting injector, release the plug to expel the air.

c. Close the plug once grease appears.

d. Clean up any grease residue.

e. Refill the grease supply.

5. Lube Frequency

a. Shaker Assembly

The lube system automatically greases the shaker assembly, as needed.

Refer to the Lube System manufacturer’s instructions in the “Accessory
Equipment” section (see Table of Contents).

b. Drip Tray Bearings

The lube system automatically greases the drip tray bearings. Refer to the
Lube System manufacturer’s instructions in the “Accessory Equipment”
section (see Table of Contents).

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6. Lube Quantities

A low-level alarm is provided in the grease reservoir to tell the operator when to
add additional grease to the reservoir. Refer to the Lube System Assembly
drawing and to the Lube System Manufacturer’s Instructions in the “Accessory
Equipment” section (see Table of Contents).

7. Other Lubrication:

WARNING: Stop the press and lock out power before doing any hands on
lubricating or cleaning.

a. Clean the Press

1) Clean the outside of the filter press before lubricating.

Note: This will prevent a buildup of solids on the sidebars,

carrier tracks, plate handles, hydraulic cylinders’ ends, and
chains that can penetrate lubricated parts and cause wear.

2) Wash the press thoroughly whenever buildup begins to collect on

any of the equipment.

3) Keep the equipment clean.

b. Sidebars

1) Clean the press sidebars weekly to prevent a buildup of solids,

which will interfere with the wheels on the plate handles and
crosshead assembly.

2) Frequency: Refer to the “C.8.Lubrication Schedule” table.

c. Shaker Right Angle Gearbox Units [2]

1) Use Mobil Mobilgear 632 oil.

2) Refer to the “C.8.Lubrication Schedule” table.

3) Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions in the “Accessory

Equipment” section (see Table of Contents).

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d. Crosshead Assembly

1) Crosshead Carriage Wheels (Eleven Grease Fittings)

b) Use Mobilux EP2 grease and Mobilux EP2 grease.

c) Refer to the “C.8.Lubrication Schedule” table.

2) Crosshead Engagement Pins (Two Grease Fittings)

a) Use Mobilux EP2 grease.

b) Refer to “C.8.Lubrication Schedule” table.

8. Lubrication Schedule

Location Frequency Lubricant

Sidebars (Tops) [full length] Weekly – Keep Clean No lube
Crosshead Carriage Wheels:
6" diameter Flat Wheel [3 – Grease Once a month Mobilux EP2 grease
Fittings]
Crosshead Carriage Wheels:
6" diameter V-Groove Wheels [3 – Once a month Mobilux EP2 grease
Grease Fittings]
Crosshead Carriage Wheels:
5" diameter Wheels [4 – Grease Once a month Mobilgrease XHP 222
Fittings]
Crosshead Engagement Pins [2 – Once a month Mobilux EP2 grease
Grease Fittings]
Shaker Right Angle Gearbox Units Change oil every 6 months Mobilgear 632 oil
[2 – Units]

D. HYDRAULIC OIL SYSTEM

1. Hydraulic Oil:

See Figure 54. Refer to the Hydraulic Power Unit and Hydraulic Power Unit
General Arrangement drawings.

a. Make sure to pre-filter the hydraulic oil before adding any hydraulic oil to
the hydraulic power unit.

Note: The hydraulic oil must be cleaned before it is used.

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b. The hydraulic power unit has a 150 gallon (570 liter) reservoir. Refer to
the Hydraulic Power Unit drawing.

c. Fill the hydraulic power unit’s reservoir with clean hydraulic oil only
while the drip tray cylinders, closing cylinders, lock pin cylinders,
crosshead cylinders, and shaker lift cylinders are fully retracted to avoid
an oil overflow.

1) If the reservoir is filled with hydraulic oil while the any of these
hydraulic cylinders are extended, the oil will overflow when the
hydraulic cylinders are retracted.

2) Make sure to pre-filter the hydraulic oil before adding any

hydraulic oil to the hydraulic power unit’s reservoir.

Note: The hydraulic oil must be cleaned before it is used.

3) The reservoir has an oil level gauge to show the correct hydraulic
oil level.

d. Prime and Purge Air from the System

1) Carefully, open and close the press several times.

2) Operate the drip tray.

3) Operate the shaker.

e. When opening and closing the press, CHECK the oil level gauge on the
reservoir.

1) The hydraulic oil level must not fall below the oil level gauge
mark at any time.

2) Refer to section “D.1.c.” in this instruction for instructions on

filling the hydraulic power unit with hydraulic oil.

2. Required Oil

Use clean Mobil D.T.E. 24, 25, 26 or 11* hydraulic oil or their equals. Refer to
the manufacturer’s instructions in the “Accessory Equipment” section (see Table
of Contents).

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WARNING:
The hydraulic oil must be clean.
Do not reuse hydraulic oil.
Do not store the hydraulic oil in dirty containers or out in the open.

a. Ambient Temperature above 30° F (-1.11° C): Summer Condition or

Enclosed Areas

Use Mobil D.T.E. 25 hydraulic oil

1) Anti-wear hydraulic oil that is rust and oxidation inhibited

2) Viscosity of 215, 227.5 SUS at 100° F (37.78° C) [ISO viscosity

grade 46]

b. Ambient Temperature above 30° F (-1.11° C): Tropical Conditions

or Areas with High Temperatures

Use Mobil D.T.E. 26

1) Anti-wear hydraulic oil that is rust and oxidation inhibited

2) Viscosity 315 to 355 SUS at 100° F (37.78° C) [ISO viscosity

grade 68]

c. Ambient Temperature under 30° F (-1.11° C): Winter Conditions

Use Mobil D.T.E. 24

1) Anti-wear hydraulic oil

2) Lower temperature hydraulic oil [ISO viscosity grade 32]

d. Lower Ambient Temperatures (to approximately 0° F [-17.78° C])

Use Mobil D.T.E. 11*

*Note: In cold environments, CHECK to make sure that the hydraulic oil
viscosity does not exceed the pumps manufacturer’s
recommended maximum viscosity at start up.

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3. Oil Equivalents (Substitutes)

a. If the Mobil hydraulic oil that has been suggested is not used, the
hydraulic oil selected must fall into the viscosity range that is
recommended by the pump manufacturer, at both running and start-up.

b. Refer to the pump manufacturer’s instructions in the “Accessory

Equipment” section of this manual (see Table of Contents).

c. All hydraulic oils used must be anti-wear hydraulic oils. Refer to the
“Hydraulic Oil Equivalents List” section of the “Hydraulic Oil
Precautions” instruction (see Table of Contents).

4. Oil Change

a. Monthly, CHECK hydraulic oil levels.

1) CHECK the hydraulic oil levels while all of the drip tray, lock pin,
closing, crosshead, and shaker lift cylinders are fully retracted.

2) Add hydraulic oil, as necessary.

3) Clean and pre-filter the hydraulic oil before using it.

b. The hydraulic oil must be replaced whenever tests indicate that it is

contaminated by water, oxidation, dirt, dust, etc.

c. The true chemical condition of the hydraulic oil can only be determined
by a testing laboratory.

Note: Hydraulic oil suppliers will usually perform the test at little or no
charge.

d. Field Tests

Some field tests can help determine when the hydraulic oil should be
changed or sent to a laboratory for testing

1) CHECK for Grit

CHECK for any evidence of grit by rubbing a sample of the

hydraulic oil between thumb and finger.

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2) CHECK for Water

a) Draw a sample of hydraulic oil from the reservoir into a

clean bottle.

b) Cover the bottle and let it stand for a day.

c) CHECK to see if any water has settled out.

3) CHECK for Contamination

a) Draw a sample of hydraulic oil from the reservoir and a

sample of new hydraulic oil into clean separate bottles.

b) Compare the new oil with the reservoir oil.

c) The color should be about the same (the reservoir oil may
be slightly darker).

d) A change in the color of the hydraulic oil indicates

contamination.

5. Hydraulic Power Unit Filters:

See Figure 54. Refer to the Hydraulic Power Unit and Hydraulic Power Unit
General Arrangement drawings.

WARNING: Stop the press and lock out power before doing any
maintenance.

a. Do not replace the filter press elements without first shutting down the
hydraulic power unit.

b. The hydraulic power unit is furnished with a pressure filter, an oil return
filter, and an oil filler/breather, which help keep the hydraulic oil clean.

c. Because the hydraulic oil reservoir’s suction line has no strainer, it is

important to maintain clean filters and oil filler/breather to prevent any
contaminants from entering into the reservoir.

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d. Pressure Filter:

1) This tall filter, which is located at the “P” pressure out hose
connection on the hydraulic power unit, has a visual indicator that
turns red when it is dirty.

2) Replace the element with the type and size as directed on the
pressure filter housing.

e. Return Oil Filter:

1) This filter, which is located near the oil filler/breather on the

hydraulic power unit, has a pop-up button that pops up when it is
dirty.

2) Replace the element with the type and size as directed on the
pressure filter housing.

f. Oil Filler/Breather-Desiccant Type

1) Once a year, CHECK the oil filler/breather for accumulated dirt.

2) Replace the entire assembly, if dirty.

3) The color of the oil filler/breather cap changes from blue to pink.
When the oil filler/breather cap turns pink, replace it.

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A. STORING HYDRAULIC OIL

1. Store the hydraulic oil in the original containers.

2. Keep hydraulic oil containers tightly sealed.

3. Do not store hydraulic oil in open containers.

4. Store the containers in a clean dry area that is protected from rain, dust, etc.

B. TRANSFERRING HYDRAULIC OIL

1. CHECK to make sure that the hydraulic oil containers are clean and dry before
they are opened.

2. CHECK to make sure that the areas around the reservoir oil cap and the filters are
clean before removing oil filler/breather caps, plugs, or filters.

3. All equipment used to transfer hydraulic oil, such as funnel, pumps, etc, must be
clean. Wipe the equipment clean and wrap them in protective covers after use.

4. Use a 10-micron filter when pouring hydraulic oil into the reservoir to trap any
contaminates that might be in the hydraulic oil.

5. Do not reuse hydraulic oil.

6. Clean up all hydraulic oil spills.

C. TYPES OF HYDRAULIC OILS

1. Use only one brand of hydraulic oil.

Note: Some brands of hydraulic oil are not compatible with each other.

2. The reservoir and system must be completely drained before adding another type
of hydraulic oil.

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HYDRAULIC OIL EQUIVALENTS LIST

ISO GRADE
MANUFACTURER 32 46 68
MOBIL DTE 24 DTE 25 DTE 26

AMOCO AW #32 AW #46 AW #68

EXXON NUTO H 32 NUTO H 46 NUTO H 68

TEXACO RANDO HD 32 RANDO HD 46 RANDO HD 68

SHELL TELLUS 32 TELLUS 46 TELLUS 68

KEYSTONE KLC-10 KLC-15 KLC 10/30

ISO Grade 32: For winter conditions

ISO Grade 46: For summer conditions or enclosed areas
ISO Grade 68: For tropical conditions or areas with high temperatures

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GREASE EQUIVALENTS LIST

GREASE GREASE
MANUFACTURER NLGI No.2** MANUFACTURER NLGI No.2**
EQUIVALENT EQUIVALENT
MOBIL Mobilgrease XHP 222 SHELL Darina EP2
AMOCO Rykon #2 STANDARD OF CALIFORNIA
RPM Multimotive #2
EXXON Ronnex MP CHEVRON USA

GULF OIL High Temperature Grease SUN OIL Sunaplex 992 EP

TEXACO Multipak EP2 KEYSTONE 81 EP-2
PHILLIPS PET Philube 2 EP LUBRICATION ENGINEERS Alma-Gard 3752

CAUTION:
(1) Do not mix lubricant types without first verifying product compatibility.
(2) Contact a qualified lubrication engineer.
(3) Contact an FLSmidth Minerals representative. Refer to the “Offices”
pages (see Table of Contents).
(4) When changing to a product (lubricant) that is not compatible with the
existing lubricant, the existing lubricant must be completely removed
before the new lubricant type is added.

**NLGI #2 anti-wear EP lithium complex (high temperature) grease

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