FQC-950M-BF

FQC-950M-BF
Triton 3-Phase Centrifuge

(Bottom Feed/Disc-Nozzle)
Installation, Operation &

Maintenance Manual
Document No. FQC-950M-BF_SJC7094_14CF3316_Rev2
Revision 2
July 2015
Application: Dry-Grind Ethanol

Light Phase Fraction Separation
Serial No.: 14CF3316
FQ Order No.: 22690-02
Customer: SJC Bioenergia – Brazil
Shipping Date: June 2015
Fluid-Quip, Inc.
1940 S. Yellow Springs St.

Springfield, OH 45506-3057
937-324-0352
www.fluidquip.com
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Table of Contents
Document Revision History ........................................................................................................ iv
Section 1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................1
1.1 Design Features ................................................................................................. 2
1.2 General Specifications ...................................................................................... 2
Section 2 OPERATION, SAFETY & STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS .........................3
2.1 Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures.......................................................................... 3
2.2 Operation & Safety Recommendations ............................................................ 3
2.3 Storage Recommendations................................................................................ 4
Section 3 INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................5
3.1 Noise Protection ................................................................................................ 5
3.2 Space Requirements .......................................................................................... 6
3.3 Service Crane .................................................................................................... 6
3.4 Foundation ........................................................................................................ 6
3.5 Piping ................................................................................................................ 7
3.5.1 Strainers .......................................................................................................8
3.5.2 Drains ...........................................................................................................8
3.6 Electrical ........................................................................................................... 8
3.6.1 Starter Requirements ....................................................................................8
3.6.2 Monitor Panel with E-Stop ..........................................................................9
3.6.3 E-Stop ..........................................................................................................9
3.6.4 Wiring Specifications...................................................................................9
3.7 Hydraulic Cylinder System – Filling & Bleeding........................................... 10
3.8 Leveling Centrifuge ........................................................................................ 11
3.9 Drive Motor .................................................................................................... 12
3.10 Rotor Assembly .............................................................................................. 12
3.10.1 Rotor Assembly Inspection ........................................................................12
3.10.2 Rotor Assembly Installation ......................................................................12
3.10.3 Bearing Assembly Lubrication – Drip Feed Oilers ...................................14
3.10.4 Oil Recirculation System ...........................................................................14
Section 4 OPERATION .............................................................................................................15
4.1 Separation Principle & Process ....................................................................... 15
4.2 Operational Safety .......................................................................................... 17
4.2.1 Rotor Imbalance .........................................................................................17
4.2.2 Oversized Particles.....................................................................................17
4.3 Start-Up ........................................................................................................... 18
4.3.1 Inspection & Set-Up ..................................................................................18
4.3.2 Start-Up ......................................................................................................19
4.4 Shutdown – Normal ........................................................................................ 20
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4.5 Emergency Shutdown ..................................................................................... 21

4.6 Trouble-Shooting ............................................................................................ 22
4.7 Centrifuge Cleaning ........................................................................................ 25
4.7.1 Half-Speed Flush .......................................................................................25
4.7.2 Full-Speed Flush ........................................................................................26
4.7.3 In-Line Cleaning ........................................................................................26
Section 5 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................27
5.1 Nozzles – Removal & Cleaning...................................................................... 27
5.2 Rotor Assembly – Uncoupling & Removal .................................................... 27
5.3 Rotor Disassembly .......................................................................................... 29
5.3.1 Rotor Lid & Lock Ring Removal ..............................................................29
5.3.2 Rotor Cover & Cover Adapter Removal ...................................................30
5.3.3 Disc Stack Removal ...................................................................................30
5.3.4 Disc Holder Removal .................................................................................31
5.3.5 Rotor Unit – Lift & Invert ..........................................................................31
5.3.6 Return Impeller Removal ...........................................................................32
5.3.7 Shaft Removal............................................................................................32
5.3.8 Cleaning Housing & Rotor ........................................................................33
5.4 Rotor Reassembly ........................................................................................... 34
5.4.1 Shaft Installation ........................................................................................34
5.4.2 Return Pump & Impeller Installation .........................................................35
5.4.3 Hub Clamping Ring & Clamping Disc Installation ...................................35
5.4.4 Match Mark Calibration: Rotor Bowl & Lock Ring ..................................36
5.4.5 Disc Installation & Compression ...............................................................37
5.4.6 Rotor Lid ....................................................................................................39
5.5 Rotor Assembly Installation ........................................................................... 40
5.5.1 Rotor Coupling...........................................................................................40
5.5.2 Rotor & Housing Assembly – Clearances & Centering ............................42
5.6 Bearing Assembly ........................................................................................... 44
5.6.1 Bearing Assembly – Removal ...................................................................44
5.6.2 Bearing Assembly – Disassembly .............................................................45
5.6.3 Bearing Assembly – Vibro-Isolators .........................................................47
5.6.4 Bearing Assembly – Re-assembly .............................................................48
5.6.5 Bearing Assembly – Installation ................................................................49
5.7 Drive Assembly Maintenance ......................................................................... 51
5.7.1 Motor Removal ..........................................................................................51
5.7.2 Motor Installation.......................................................................................52
5.8 Drive Alignment ............................................................................................. 53
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5.9 Belt Installation & Tension ............................................................................. 54

5.10 Hydraulic Cylinder/Stand Assembly Maintenance ......................................... 55
Section 6 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE............................................................................56
6.1 Routine Lubrication and Checks ..................................................................... 56
6.2 Quarterly Inspection........................................................................................ 57
6.3 Annual Inspection & Maintenance ................................................................. 58
Section 7 PARTS & SERVICE .................................................................................................59
7.1 Bearing Housing Assembly (A005399_E, Sheet 1) ...................................... 59
7.2 Housing Assembly (A006968-22690) ........................................................... 60
7.3 Rotor Assembly (A006959-22690)................................................................ 60
7.4 Drive Assembly (A005402-022690).............................................................. 61
7.5 Stand/Hoist Assembly (A005398_L)............................................................. 61
7.6 Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly (A005971_B) ................................................ 61
7.7 Lube System Assembly (A005898-022690_E) ............................................. 62
7.8 Centrifuge Tools (A005696-002_A).............................................................. 62
7.9 Scoop Assembly (A006971-002_C) .............................................................. 62
Section 8 CENTRIFUGE SPECIFICATIONS (AS-SUPPLIED) ..........................................63
Appendix A – REFERENCE MATERIALS .............................................................................64
OEM Manuals & Data Sheets ..................................................................................... 64
Speed Sensor ............................................................................................................... 64
Temperature Sensor .................................................................................................... 64
Vibration Transmitter.................................................................................................. 64
Rotor Stand ................................................................................................................. 65
FQC-950 Nozzle Flow Rates vs. Nozzle Sizes ........................................................... 66
APPENDIX B - REFERENCE DRAWINGS ............................................................................67
Table of Figures
Figure 1. Lifting Points .................................................................................................................7
Figure 2. Triton Centrifuge Process ............................................................................................16
Figure 3. Hoist Ring Assembly ...................................................................................................31
Figure 4. Rotor Cover Depth Measurement ................................................................................36
Figure 5. Bearing Assembly ........................................................................................................46
Figure 6. Fluid-Quip Rotor Stand................................................................................................65
Figure 7. FQC-950 Nozzle Flow Rates vs. Nozzle Sizes............................................................66
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Table of Drawings
Drawing 1. Centrifuge Assembly, A007094 ..............................................................................69
Drawing 2. Outline/Installation FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge, SJC7094_B, Sheet 1 ...................70
Drawing 3. Outline/Installation FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge, SJC7094_B, Sheet 2 ...................71
Drawing 4. Stand/Hoist Assembly, A005398_L .......................................................................72
Drawing 5. Bearing Housing Assembly, A005399_E, Sht. 1 ....................................................73
Drawing 6. Bearing Housing Assembly, A005399_E, Sht. 2 ....................................................74
Drawing 7. Housing Assembly, A006968-22690 ......................................................................75
Drawing 8. Rotor Assembly, A006959-22690 ...........................................................................76
Drawing 9. Drive Assembly, A005402-022690 .........................................................................77
Drawing 10. Underflow Volute Assembly, A005932-002_A ......................................................78
Drawing 11. Disc Tool Compression Assembly, A005336_C ....................................................79
Drawing 12. Recommended Piping, A005373-006 .....................................................................80
Drawing 13. Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly, A005971_B ...........................................................81
Drawing 14. Tools Assembly, FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge, A005696-002_A .............................82
Drawing 15. Recirculating Lubrication System Assembly, A005898-022690_E .......................83
Drawing 16. Blower Assembly, A006726-006 ............................................................................84
Drawing 17. Scoop Assembly, A006971-002_C .........................................................................85
Drawing 18. Gear Box Assembly, A006979 ................................................................................86
Drawing 19. Disc Stack, A007546-14CF3316_A ........................................................................87
Drawing 20. Drip Feed Oiler Assembly, A006499_B .................................................................88
Drawing 21. Rotor and Hub Assembly, Dwg. A007123-004_S1 ................................................89
Document Revision History

Revision Level Date Description of Changes
0 June 2015 Initial Release, based on
FQC-950M-BF Triton_14CF3313_Rev0.doc and
FQC-950M-BF_ERG7094_14CF3321_Rev0_FINAL DRAFTa.doc
1 July 2015 Corrected Part Numbers for Items 27 & 33; added Item 26 in
Section 7.1 Bearing Housing Assembly
2 July 2015 Replaced Drawings 2 & 3 to correct error in hydraulic lift valve
detail
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WARNING!
Centrifuges operate at very high speed rotation, creating inherent danger.
For personal safety and for safe-guarding the FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge from
damage, all personnel involved with installation, operation, and maintenance of this
centrifuge need to be thoroughly familiar with the contents of this manual before
installation, operation and/or maintenance. Safe operation of this equipment
requires proper instruction and training of operating and maintenance personnel.
Fluid-Quip, Inc. can provide full field service support for this centrifuge and also
provide training classes for its operation and maintenance.
Installing, operating or repairing the FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge in ways other than
those specified in this manual can be extremely dangerous and voids all warranties.
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
This manual contains specific instructions for installation, operation, and maintenance of the
Fluid-Quip FQC-950M-BF Triton 3-Phase, Disc-Nozzle Centrifuge (SN 14CF3316).
The FQC-950M-BF is designed for energy efficient, 3-phase separation of the corn dry-grind
ethanol liquefaction stream into three streams of different densities: a light phase (crude corn
oil) fraction, a middle phase fraction, and a heavy (solids) phase fraction. Section 4.1
Separation Principle & Process describes the 3-phase separation process in the centrifuge.
Hydraulic lift power unit is provided separately. Bearing temperature probes, oil drip and speed
sensor are included with centrifuge. Drive motor, starter and controllers are not included.
The FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge is designed to run in a dry and clean environment. To prevent
corrosion, ambient temperature should range from 70°-110°F (21°-43°C). Proper installation
and care of the FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge will assure years of reliable service.
Illustrations and drawings referenced as Figures 1 - 7 are within in the manual's text, while
Drawings 1 - 21 are found in Appendix B – Reference Drawings.
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1.1 Design Features

- Quick and easy nozzle installation and removal due to patented nozzle and tool system
(Patent #6,216,959) with carbide insert flow passage and unique removal slot and tool
- Easy access to nozzles through convenient inspection port on underflow volute, without
raising bowl or removing housing
- All outer housing components constructed of 316 stainless steel
- Bowl, hub and cover made of Ferallium to minimize vibration and ensure structural stability
- Heavy-duty construction minimizes vibration and ensures structural stability
- Belt tension quickly adjusted with adjustment screw on slide mounted motor support
- Improved rotor bowl lock ring and wrench design, key slotted for simple and safe removal
- Standard motor design allows for local replacement from any motor supplier
- Bearing temperature, lubrication rate, speed and vibration sensors
- Hydraulic cylinder powered by a custom electric-driven hydraulic system
- Oil drip bearing lubrication system with oil recirculation system
- Quick-release piping connections
1.2 General Specifications

For specifications of motor, drive, housing, rotor and discs as supplied to customer,
see Section 8 – Centrifuge Specifications (As-Supplied)
Weights
Total (with motor) ~29,360 lb (13,320 kg)
(without motor) ~25,000 lb (11,340 kg)
Approximate Dynamic Load on Foundation
Vertical 37,000 lb (16,785 kg)
Horizontal 11,500 lb (5216 kg)
Dimensions see Appendix B, Drawing 2, Outline/Installation

Operating Space Requirements, see Appendix B, Drawing 3, Outline/Installation
HP, Maximum Mechanical 350 hp (260 kW) @1780 RPM (2900 RPM Driven)
WR2 5875 lbf-ft2 (248 kg-m2)
Motor Supplied by FQPT
Bowl Diameter 36" (914.4 mm)
Nozzles 30
Bearings Thrust/Radial (Angular Ball Set)
Radial (Cylindrical)
Oil Drip Lubrication
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SECTION 2 OPERATION, SAFETY & STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

WARNING!
Safety procedures in this manual must be followed to ensure safe operation.
Serious injury or death can result when proper safety measures are not followed.
2.1 Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures

WARNING!
ALL power and energy sources must be OFF before performing maintenance.
Personnel performing maintenance must personally ensure that all power to
centrifuge is disconnected, shut off or de-energized (e.g., bleed off pressure) by
using a keyed padlock to lock in the open (off or de-energized) position any
associated disconnects and/or circuit breakers for electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic or
steam power sources.
Also disconnect, shut off or de-energize and lock out all power to control functions
and any peripheral equipment if these components are powered independently of
main centrifuge supply.
Mechanical energy sources (such as an assembly held up by hydraulic powered
device) must also be secured to prevent discharge of potential energy (e.g.,
uncontrolled falling).
A large "Danger - Personnel Working" sign also must be displayed in a conspicuous
place on or near keyed padlocks to guarantee power will not be re-connected or re-
energized.
Personnel performing maintenance should keep padlock keys and remove padlocks
and sign only when maintenance work is completed.
2.2 Operation & Safety Recommendations

1. Read and understand this manual.
2. Follow preventive maintenance instructions carefully. Proper maintenance will ensure
reliable operation of centrifuge.
3. Ensure lock-out/tag-out procedure is used on all power and energy sources to centrifuge and
to all controls and peripheral equipment before starting any maintenance procedure.
4. Use centrifuge only for original intended application as discussed with Fluid-Quip, Inc.
5. Centrifuge must have proper electrical grounding of motor and frame before and during
operation.
6. Before starting centrifuge, ensure oil is supplied to bearings.
7. Always keep oil flowing to bearings during operation.
8. Never exceed maximum operating speed.
9. Never start or operate the centrifuge, either dry or with liquid supplied to the
centrifuge, in an unbalanced condition. Rotors can be unbalanced not only by mechanical
problems, but also by pluggage in the rotor assembly.
10. Never operate centrifuge without vibration sensors in proper operation. If any unusual
vibration is noticed during start-up, operation or shutdown, do not operate centrifuge until it
is thoroughly inspected and source of vibration is identified.
11. Never operate centrifuge without belt cover and rotor shaft cages in place.
Do not remove inspection covers or belt guards while the centrifuge is operating.
12. Never use the hydraulic cylinder to support the radial arm during maintenance or
cleaning. Hydraulic cylinder is for lifting only. Before working on centrifuge, always
install safety support so that radial arm is not held in raised position only by hydraulic
cylinder. Another mechanical blocking means must be used if for some reason radial arm
must be raised to any position other than full extension.
13. Always wear safety gloves when handling rotor discs. Disc edges are extremely sharp and
will cut readily
2.3 Storage Recommendations

1. Follow preventive maintenance instructions carefully to ensure reliable centrifuge operation.
2. If centrifuge is not installed immediately or will be out-of-service for extended periods, take
precautions against damage and corrosion that could require extensive re-building prior to
start-up.
a) Store centrifuge inside a building out of weather and, if possible, in an area protected
from extreme fluctuations of temperature and humidity.
b) Blind feed inlet and discharge to prevent entry of fumes, contaminants and moisture.
c) Do not store centrifuge where vibration can be transmitted to machine. If this is not
possible, turn bearing assembly and rotor by hand daily to prevent damage to bearings,
especially if stored in a high vibration setting, and to maintain condition of belts.
Damage can result from continuously loaded bearings.
d) Apply rust inhibitor to all non-stainless steel parts.
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION
Sub-assemblies referenced in this manual are shown in Drawing 1, Centrifuge Assembly,
A007094.
3.1 Noise Protection

Noise level in each installation location must be considered on an individual basis. The number
of centrifuges and other equipment in operation as well as building size and construction will
contribute to ambient noise level.
Limit personnel's occupational noise exposure with protective equipment when sound levels
exceed 90 dbA. Fluid-Quip highly recommends wearing hearing protection when around
centrifuge.
At a minimum, personal protective equipment or noise control must be provided when ambient
sound levels and duration of exposure exceed those shown below. Local standards for allowed
noise vary by country or locale and take precedence over table below. Local standards must be
ascertained and followed.
Permissible Exposures Exposure per Sound Pressure
Day (Hours) Level (dbA)
Cumulative time exposures to designated
Sound Pressure Levels listed in the table are 8 90
generally accepted as permissible 6 92
environmental noise exposures.
4 95
3 97
2 100
11/2 102
1 105
1 110
/2
1 115
/2 or less
3.2 Space Requirements

For centrifuge dimensions see Drawing 2, Outline/Installation, SJC7094_B, Sht. 1. Adequate
side room and overhead clearance must be provided (as shown in Drawing 3.
Outline/Installation, SJC7094_B, Sht. 2) for hydraulic cylinder when completely extended.
NOTE: Overhead clearance must be sufficient to permit installation of customer-supplied
service crane to safely lift bearing assembly over and into radial arm.
The radial arm is raised and swung sideways in order to lower rotor assembly onto rotor carriage
and move it to another area for maintenance. A level open area must be maintained beside
centrifuge for rotor carriage to be moved in and out.
Aisles must be clear of all obstructions (piping, conduits, auxiliary equipment, etc.). Easy access
must be provided to piping, controls, and E-Stop (emergency shut off switch).
3.3 Service Crane

Customer must provide a manually operated 3-ton (2722 kg) capacity monorail or hoist over
centrifuge, aligned with rotor centerline and perpendicular to radial arm, to be used for rotor
maintenance only.
3.4 Foundation
The supporting floor/structure must be designed to support, at a minimum, a live load of 37,000
lbf, which is approximately 125% of the actual static weight of centrifuge and drive motor with
drive sheave. Local building codes must also be met, but regardless of local codes the design
must meet minimum live load requirement above. The floor should be smooth and level to
accommodate rotor support carriage.
1. Place six (6) 1½"-6 UNC Grade 5 anchor bolts in foundation as shown in Anchor Bolt
Installation detail of Drawing 3. Outline/Installation, SJC7094_B, Sht. 2
2. Set bolts in a non-shrinking, wet grade grout at a height sufficiently above floor surface to
allow for grouting beneath centrifuge base if desired. Grout level should not be above
anchor bolt seat.
3. Place six (6) 7½" x 4¾" (190 mm x 120 mm) rectangular spacers (not supplied), with 1¾"
(45 mm) dia. holes in their centers, on leveling pads over mounting bolts.
WARNING!
When lifting centrifuge, use suitable overhead lifting device.
CAUTION
DO NOT lift centrifuge unless all four 1¼"-7 UNC shipping bolts connecting radial arm to
column are in place (see Item 34, Drawing 4, A005398_L for bolt location).
DO NOT lift with straps beneath volute outlets.
4. Lift centrifuge from shipping skid (see Figure 1. Lifting Points for proper lifting
arrangement) and set it over anchor bolts.
Figure 1. Lifting Points

3.5 Piping
Piping necessary for installation and operation of the FQC-950M-BF is illustrated in Drawing
12, Recommended Piping, A005373-006_A.
NOTE: Be sure to remove plug from bottom housing and install a 1" rear drain pipe.
For cleaning rotor during operation, provide a minimum supply of 100 gpm (0.4 m3/minute)
flushing liquid (other than process fluid) from a flush line connected to centrifuge feed pipe.
NOTE: In case of a feed pump or power failure, adequate flush water must be
continuously delivered to the centrifuge feed. Fluid-Quip recommends installing
an automated valve on a supply line to the feed pipe that would continuously
deliver flush water during an emergency shutdown (see Note #1, Dwg. 12,).
3.5.1 Strainers
Install strainers in piping system (see Drawing 12, Recommended Piping, A005373-006_A) to
screen both feed and flush water streams and prevent introduction of oversize particles into
centrifuge rotor bowl which can cause inefficient operation, plugged nozzles and unbalanced
rotor.
If wash water is used, it is recommended to install an appropriate strainer (e.g., quick-change
basket type) on the wash line, as close to centrifuge as is practical, to remove oversize particles.
When selecting strainer screens, ensure that openings are limited to one-half the diameter of the
discharge nozzle orifice.
Fluid-Quip recommends installation of a Fluid-Quip rotary strainer (see Drawing 12) on the feed
stream to each centrifuge. The Fluid-Quip rotary strainer is a self-cleaning, continuous flow
device with motor driven brushes or scrapers that remove oversize particles. A separate manual
is provided with Fluid-Quip rotary strainers.
3.5.2 Drains
Install a floor drain below rotor housing’s spill outlet (Item 45, Dwg. 7, A006968-22690).
Remove plug (Item 39) from housing bottom and install a 1" drain pipe to discharge above floor
drain.
NOTE: Discharge flows from drain pipe and vent line into drain must be visible (see drain
detail and Notes 4 & 5, Drawing 12, Recommended Piping, A005373-006_A).
CAUTION
After constructing supply and feed lines, be sure to thoroughly flush all debris, welding slag,
etc. from lines before connecting to centrifuge and verify drains are clear.
3.6 Electrical
WARNING!
Motor and centrifuge frame must be grounded in accordance with local codes.
3.6.1 Starter Requirements

NOTE: Make electrical motor connections for clockwise rotation (from top-down view).
Before starting centrifuge, confirm motor runs clockwise.
Allow a minimum start-up ramp time of 5 minutes.
While different types of drives can be used, motor starting and operating requirements must be
met. WR2 should be taken into consideration when selecting drive motor and starter.
Fluid-Quip, Inc. recommends using the following:
1. Wye-delta wired motor with variable frequency drive
2. Three-pole, fused disconnect or circuit breaker in-line ahead of starter
3. Flexible conduit connecting starter to a watertight junction box placed above or below motor
junction box, with sufficient conduit length for movement range of motor end of centrifuge
4. Soft start system, Y-Delta starter wiring, or frequency drive
5. Self-contained, step-down transformer in starter to power control circuit
6. Control circuits of 110 volts or less (depending on local codes).
7. Push button control station near centrifuge
3.6.2 Monitor Panel Recommendation
CAUTION!
Failure to investigate excessive vibration and high temperatures can result in significant
damage and unscheduled downtime.
Early discovery of the causes of unbalanced conditions or high temperatures and timely
follow-up maintenance can prevent such damage and unscheduled downtime.
Fluid-Quip, Inc. recommends installing a local monitor panel to display status of the following
operating parameters:
- Upper Bearing Temperature
- Lower Bearing Temperature
- Vibration
- Lube Rate (oil drip rate)
- Speed (shaft RPM)
For information on factory installed lubrication oil drip, speed, and temperature sensors and
vibration transmitter, see OEM literature supplied with centrifuge. Also, see Appendix A –
Reference Materials, OEM Manuals & Data Sheets.
3.6.3 E-Stop
Fluid-Quip, Inc. highly recommends the installation of an E-Stop button near the centrifuge to be
connected to an emergency shutdown circuit that will both shut down centrifuge and open flush
water valve.
3.6.4 Wiring Specifications

Wiring connections on probes and sensors must adhere to following specifications.
Device Specifications
Vibration Probe Shielded cable, two-wire (black and white) 20 AWG with MIL-C-5015 two
pin connector on probe end only
Speed Sensor PVC covered cable, 4-wire (brown, black, blue and white) 22 AWG
Fiber Optic PVC covered cable, 4-wire (brown, black, blue and white) 24 AWG
Amplifier
3.7 Hydraulic Cylinder System – Filling & Bleeding

The radial arm hydraulic cylinder requires a supply of ~25 gallons of hydraulic oil to the hoist
cylinder at a minimum working pressure of 300 psi (2068 kPa). Oil is delivered by a custom
hydraulic power unit (PN A005328-012) with a capacity of ~10 GPM/60 Hz (~8 GPM/50Hz) at
300 psi with fixed displacement vane pump driven by a motor rated for both 50/60 Hz, 208-
230/460 volts at 60 Hz/1800 rpm and 380 volts at 50Hz/1500 rpm. The system must be provided
with a pressure relief valve set at 400 psi (2758 kPa).
For custom power unit information, see OEM Installation, Startup & Maintenance Manual
supplied with centrifuge (see Appendix A – Reference Materials).
WARNING!
When hydraulic cylinder is raised for installation or maintenance procedures, a safety
support MUST BE installed between radial arm and hydraulic cylinder assembly:
- Long safety support (PN 005715-001) for fully raised position
- Short safety support (PN 005715-002) for partially raised position
NEVER operate centrifuge unless hydraulic cylinder oil pressure supply is OFF and control
valve is in BYPASS position.
BE SURE radial guide pin (Item 17, Drawing 4, A005398_L) mounted to column flange
enters hole in radial arm flange when lowering hydraulic cylinder.
Hydraulic System Filling and Bleeding

For items referenced in this section, see Drawing 4, A005398_L.
After hydraulic system has been filled with oil, bleed off any air trapped in system through
needle valve (Item 48) located near cylinder top.
1. Remove four (4) 1¼"-7 UNC shipping bolts, nuts and lock washers connecting radial arm to
column (Items 34, 62, 15, 3 & 2).
2. Fill hydraulic system reservoir with anti-wear hydraulic oil, ISO Viscosity Grade 32,
viscosity index of 160 or higher (or see OEM Installation, Startup & Maintenance Manual
for recommended grade oil).
3. Open needle valve located near the top of the cylinder and bleed air until oil flows from
valve, then close valve.
4. Move control valve to UP position to raise radial arm approximately 12" (0.3 meters), then
move control valve to DOWN position until radial arm re-seats on column.
5. Check oil reservoir level and top up with oil as needed.
6. Hydraulic cylinder system is now ready to lift radial arm to its full extension.
7. Periodically check oil level, drain some oil from bottom of reservoir to remove condensate
or other contaminants, and top up with oil as needed.
3.8 Leveling Centrifuge

WARNING!
support (long or short) must be installed between radial arm and hydraulic cylinder
assembly.
BE SURE the radial guide pin (Item 17, Drawing 4, A005398) mounted to column flange
enters hole in the radial arm flange when lowering hydraulic cylinder.
NOTE: Rotor assembly is shipped separately to prevent bearing damage during shipping.
For items referenced in this section, see Drawings 4, 7 and 14; A005398_L, A006968-22690 and
A005696-002_A as indicated.
1. Remove four (4) 1¼"-7 UNC shipping bolts, nuts and lock washers connecting radial arm to
column (Items 34, 62, 15, 3 & 2, Dwg. 5).
2. Remove twelve (12) 5/8"-11 UNC hex head cap screws with lock washers holding overflow
volute to underflow volute (Item 32, 33, 18 & 1, Dwg. 7).
3. Engage tie rod couplings (Item 24, Dwg. 7).
NOTE: Four tie rod couplings are used to connect overflow volute to radial arm only
when removing overflow volute with radial arm. Couplings should be disengaged
when centrifuge is operating. Tie rod coupling operating clearances are set at 1/16"
(1.5 mm) only after rotor clearances are is set.
4. Use hydraulic cylinder to raise radial arm with overflow volute attached.
NOTE: Rotor assembly is removed from housing and shipped separately in order to
prevent bearing damage from vibration during shipping.
WARNING!
assembly.
5. Place safety support (Item 20 or 21, Dwg. 15) between radial arm and column (see Note 2).
6. Using a machinist's level on top flange of column, insert shims underneath the 6 leveling
pads of base (Item 1, Dwg. 5) to level top flange of column in both directions (side-to-side
and end-to-end).
7. Through the 6 openings in base, install flat washers and jam nuts (washers and nuts
customer-supplied) on anchor bolts, tightening jam nuts until snug.
8. Install full nuts on top of jam nuts.
Torque to 1460 lbf-ft (1980 Nm) lubricated and re-check level
9. Repeat Steps 6 through 8 until top flange of column is level in both directions.
10. Check level on top surface of underflow volute in both directions and adjust as needed by
adding shims beneath four legs on housing bottom.
11. Apply grouting, if desired, and confirm level of centrifuge column and underflow volute
after grouting has dried.
3.9 Drive Motor

For FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge supplied without a drive motor or supplied with motor shipped
uninstalled, see Section 5.7.2 Motor Installation.
NOTE: Motor adjusting plate (Item 16, Drawing 9, A005402-022690) has a bolt circle and
female pilot that accommodates a 586/7TCZ NEMA frame, flange mount motor
3.10 Rotor Assembly
CAUTION
Rotor disassembly, assembly and installation instructions must be followed closely.
3.10.1 Rotor Assembly Inspection

Rotor assembly is shipped separately in order to prevent bearing damage. If rotor assembly is
still factory sealed, inspection is not necessary. If rotor assembly is a used unit or factory
packaging has been opened, disassemble rotor assembly (see Section 5.3 Rotor Disassembly)
and inspect to verify it is clean and free of foreign material.
3.10.2 Rotor Assembly Installation

For items referenced in this section, see Drawings 7, 8 and 14, A006968-22690, A006959-22690
and A005696-002_A.
WARNING!
Dangerous voltages are present at connectors.
Serious injury or death can occur by failure to follow proper lock-out procedures.
See Section 2.1 Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures.
assembly.
CAUTION
Before installing rotor, all feed and water lines must be thoroughly flushed to clear any
construction debris or other foreign material.
1. Lock out and tag out all energy and power sources except hydraulic cylinder.
2. Disconnect overflow and feed piping from housing.
3. Engage four (4) tie rod couplings (Item 24, Dwg. 7).
4. Remove twelve (12) 5/8”-11UNC x 1¾” Lg. hex head cap screws and lock washers from
overflow volute (Items 32, 34 & 18, Dwg. 7).
5. Use hydraulic cylinder to raise radial arm, lifting overflow volute to maximum height, and
swing it out of the way.
6. Install long safety support (Item 20, Dwg. 14) between radial arm and hydraulic cylinder
assembly, then lower radial arm to rest on safety support.
7. Place and level rotor support ring (Item 4, Dwg. 14) in bottom housing (Item 5, Dwg. 7).
8. Install lifting nut (Item 1, Dwg. 14) on lower shaft (Item 14, Dwg. 9) of rotor assembly and
rig with nylon lifting straps to suitable overhead lifting device.
WARNING!
When lifting rotor cover, use suitable overhead lifting device.
9. Raise rotor assembly, center over bottom housing and lower onto rotor support ring,
ensuring rotor assembly is properly seated.
10. Remove lifting nut from lower shaft.
11. Couple rotor assembly shaft to bearing assembly shaft (see Section 5.5.1 Rotor Coupling).
12. Check alignment of drive sheave and rotor sheave and adjust as needed (see Section 5.8
Drive Alignment).
13. Check and adjust belt tension (see Section 5.9 Belt Installation & Tension).
NOTE: Rotor clearances were set at factory, but can change during shipping and
installation. If rotor clearances are not correct, before adjusting clearances first
verify that belts are tensioned correctly and shaft coupling is pulled up completely
on tapers.
To confirm shaft tapers are pulled together tightly, raise radial arm slowly and
look for any independent initial rise of upper shaft. Re-tighten shaft coupling as
needed to remove all independent movement.
14. Check rotor centering and clearances and adjust as needed (see Section 5.5.2 Rotor &
Housing Assembly – Clearances & Centering).
3.10.3 Bearing Assembly Lubrication – Drip Feed Oilers
CAUTION
BEFORE initial start-up, remove temporary seal installed around lower shaft and drain pan.
Allow excess oil to drain from bearing assembly.
1. Clean drip feed oiler assemblies (see Items 9 & 20, Dwg.15, A005898-022690_E) and area
around bearing housing as needed, then remove dust seal installed flush against bottom
bearing housing around upper shaft.
NOTE: Dust seal is a temporary seal only, used to prevent oil leakage during shipment.
2. Fill reservoirs of oil recirculation system and drip feed oiler assemblies with clean, new
turbine oil (viscosity 140 - 160 SSU at 100°F [38°C]).
NOTE: Oil must be absolutely clean to prevent bearing wear.
3. Open drip feed oiler needle valves for a high flow rate.
4. Disconnect drain line (Item 52, Dwg. 9, A005402-022690) to observe oil flow is established,
then reconnect. Discard any drained oil.
Do not recycle any drained oil into oil recirculation system!
5. Manually adjust needle valve to between 14-18 drops per minute.
3.10.4 Oil Recirculation System
WARNING!
Before initial centrifuge start-up, confirm oil recirculation system flow.
System pump cycle must be activated, drip feed oiler filled, and drip signal detected.
Lubrication oil drains from bearing assembly through drain line to the oil recirculation system
(Item 1, Dwg. 15, A005898-022690_E) where it is filtered and stored. The lubrication pump re-
supplies the drip feed oiler assembly (Item 9, Detail “D”) where the oil drip rate to the bearing
assembly is set manually by a needle valve (secured by a locknut) to between 14 and 18
drops/minute.
Before each centrifuge start-up, pump must be run 2 minutes. Frequency and duration of
lubrication pump motor on-off cycle must be controlled by a timer. Initially set timer to operate
pump for 30 seconds every fifteen minutes. Adjust interval as needed to maintain drip feed oiler
level within 1/2" (13 mm) during each cycle.
NOTE: Pump motor wiring, relay and timer not supplied by Fluid-Quip.
A fiber optic cable (Item 4, Dwg. 15) detects the oil drip rate in the sight glass of the drip feed
oiler assembly. A fiber optic amplifier (Item 3) transmits a PNP-type signal to the converter
enclosure (see Dwg. 21, Enclosure, A007723) for transmission to customer’s central controller
where warning and alarm devices should be installed.
Set points for alarms and warnings should be:
Low alarm: 12 drops/minute
Low warning: 14 drops/minute
High warning: 20 drops/minute
High alarm: 22 drops/minute
NOTE: Central controller, warning and alarm devices not supplied by Fluid-Quip, Inc.
SECTION 4 OPERATION
4.1 Separation Principle & Process

The Fluid-Quip FQC-950M-BF centrifuge is designed to separate a dry corn-grind ethanol
liquefaction stream into three streams of different densities:
- Heavy phase stream, solids in liquefied starch slurry, “unders” discharged through bowl
nozzles
- Middle phase stream, liquefied starch/sugar solution, “overs” discharged through nozzles at
top of rotor cover
- Light phase stream, crude corn oil, captured by the light phase scoop
The objective of 3-phase separation is to capture the maximum amount of crude corn oil
contained in the feed stream, both the light phase and any oil emulsion in the middle phase, and
send the oil and oil emulsion to a polishing centrifuge for oil recovery.
The position of the light phase/middle phase interface is controlled by the heavy phase dam
length, i.e., the heavy phase nozzle size is pre-selected according to heavy phase density.
Operational adjustment of the light phase scoop inward or outward captures different fractions of
the light and middle phases. Toward the inner radius a cleaner oil phase is recovered, while
outward at the light phase/middle phase interface more emulsion is captured.
IMPORTANT: The light phase stream must capture virtually ALL of the emulsion from
the feed stream, as any uncaptured emulsion can build up in the bowl and
plug the disc stack.
WARNING!
The feed supply rate must ALWAYS be larger than the nozzle rate as shown in the
chart, FQC-950 Nozzle Flow Rates vs. Nozzle Sizes, found in Appendix A.
At a feed rate less than the nozzle rate, the disc stack can plug and excessive vibration can
occur, possibly resulting in catastrophic failure and danger to personnel.
In continuous centrifugal separation, the phase separation is as follows (see Figure 2, next page).
- Feed stream (red arrows) enters through bottom impeller (A), passes through hub at its
periphery (B) into disc holder, and travels upward inside disc holder.
- Feed stream enters disc stack (C) and separates into middle phase (green arrows) and heavy
phase (red arrows) as they travel outward between discs (D).
- Heavy phase moves to the maximum radius of the rotor (E) to exit through nozzles.
- Middle phase separates in the disc stack and as it exits the stack, moves upward between the
rotor cover and the rotor cover adapter (F) to exit though the cover discharge nozzles (G).
NOTE: Cover discharge nozzle length determines the degree of damming to maintain a
pre-determined liquid level in the scoop chamber.
- Light phase oil emulsion (blue arrows) floats on the middle phase, as the feed stream travels
upward through the disc holder (H), and thus should not enter the disc stack.
- Light phase scoop pick-up point (J) should be set at a radius point just outside the light
phase-middle phase interface.
NOTE: To ensure maximum emulsion capture, scoop must capture a very thin layer of the
middle phase, just outside the phase interface, to discharge along with light phase.
J G
F H H F
D D
F F
E E
C
Figure 2. Triton Centrifuge Process

Light Phase Scoop Operation
The light phase scoop pick-up point can be adjusted by hand wheel. The scoop drive gear is
inscribed with "IN" and "OUT" stop marks corresponding to scoop pick-up points at maximum
inward and outward radii. Turning the handwheel counter-clockwise to the “OUT” stop
position, the scoop’s outer edge is at approximately a 160mm radius from the bowl center line.
Turning the handwheel clockwise to the “IN” stop position, the scoop’s outer edge is
approximately at 100mm radius from the bowl center line.
During normal operation the operator can adjust the scoop pick-up point without stopping either
the centrifuge or the feed which permits efficient operation throughout a range of feed rates
and/or over a variation in light phase contaminating content fractions.
4.2 Operational Safety
CAUTION! If centrifuge is to operate unattended, an alarm system must be installed and a

pressurized oiling system specified. Should lubrication fail, centrifuge is unlikely to operate
more than an hour before bearings overheat and fail.
4.2.1 Rotor Imbalance
WARNING!
The most common hazardous condition of operating centrifuges is rotor imbalance which
can occur despite flexible mounting. Neglect of imbalance results in poor performance and
potentially hazardous conditions due to tremendous kinetic energy contained in spinning
rotor. Should rotor imbalance occur, follow emergency shut-down procedures (see Section
4.5).
An important feature of the centrifuge is its pendulous construction. The single overhead
bearing assembly which supports the rotor is flexibly supported on rubber vibro-insulators. A
relatively large degree of imbalance (due to transient uneven solids distribution) may be tolerated
as the flexible mounting provides some dampening effect and also allows the spin axis to align
itself with the gravity axis of the rotor. Any deflections which do occur are impeded from being
transmitted to the foundation and surrounding structure by the action of the rubber insulators.
4.2.2 Oversized Particles

Dried solids can break loose in pieces large enough to plug nozzles. To keep solids from drying
up in lines between strainer and centrifuge, when shutting down follow procedures in Section 4.4
Shutdown - Normal and Section 4.5 Emergency Shutdown
4.3 Start-Up
4.3.1 Inspection & Set-Up
For items referenced in this section, see Drawing 14, A005696-002_A unless otherwise
indicated.
WARNING!
1. Ensure all power and energy sources are off and locked out.
2. Be sure that all parts have been assembled correctly.
3. Check that all foreign objects (tools, dirt, rags, etc.) have been removed from V-belt drive
and rotor housing.
4. Ensure that rotor coupling nut and jam nut (Items 26 & 27, Dwg. 5, A005399_E, Sht. 1) are
properly tightened by striking a few blows on coupling nut wrench with mallet (Items 5 & 8,
Dwg. 14).
5. Turn rotor by hand (or with wrench on coupling nut) to ensure rotor turns freely without
interference.
CAUTION
Always disengage tie rod couplings before starting centrifuge.
6. Ensure tie rod couplings between overflow volute and radial arm are disengaged, verify 1/16"
(1.5 mm) gap in tie rod couplings, and lower tie rod nuts are tightened (Items 24 & 22, see
Notes 1 & 2, Dwg. 7, A006968-22690).
7. Check drive belt tension.
8. Check that shaft coupling guard (Item 30, Dwg. 7) and 4-section belt guard (Item 4, Dwg. 9,
A005402-022690) are properly installed.
9. Check spill outlet (Item 45, Dwg. 7) to ensure housing has drained completely.
10. Turn hand wheel counter-clockwise to set scoop’s pick-up point at maximum outer radius.
WARNING!
NEVER operate centrifuge unless hydraulic oil pressure supply is OFF and hoist control
valve is in BYPASS position.
11. Make sure radial arm is fully lowered and seated on column, return control valve to
BYPASS position, and turn off hydraulic cylinder oil pressure supply.
WARNING!
NEVER start up centrifuge until lubrication system is operating (see Section 3.10.4 Oil
Recirculation System).
12. Check lubrication system operation. Ensure oilers are full and dripping 14 - 18 drops per
minute for at least 5 minutes (or when oil visibly flows from drain line).
4.3.2 Start-Up
WARNING!
Notify all appropriate personnel that centrifuge is ready for start-up, to prevent potential
serious injury and to avoid operational problems in, or damage to, related systems.
1. Remove all lock-outs and warning tags and turn on power sources.
2. Set scoop pick-up point at maximum outer radius position, turning hand wheel counter-
clockwise until "OUT" mark is visible on drive gear.
3. Verify all monitoring devices and alarms are operational (bearing temperature, lube oil drip
rate, and speed sensors and vibration transmitter, etc.).
4. Start rotary strainer.
5. Start centrifuge drive motor and confirm motor is running clockwise.
6. Verify time required to achieve ramp speed (5 minutes minimum).
7. Monitor for any excessive noise, vibration or gyration.
NOTE: Rotor may go through a brief period of gyration at a relatively low speed (usually
less than 500 RPM), then a brief period of vibration at critical speed
(approximately 1/2 to 2/3 full speed). Neither period should exceed 15-20 seconds.
Vibration amplitude, measured at a location below bearing housing, should not
exceed 0.009" (0.23 mm).
CAUTION
If gyration or vibration lasts longer than 20 seconds or if amplitude is excessive,
- gyration at shaft coupling exceeds 0.125" (3.0 mm).
- vibration amplitude (measured below bearing housing) exceeds 0.016" (0.4 mm)
immediately TURN OFF power to centrifuge and confirm maximum flush water is flowing
(see Section 4.5 Emergency Shutdown).
8. When full speed is reached, open feed valve very quickly to establish as soon as possible
the feed rate (gpm) specified for the installed nozzle size and rotor RPMs (see chart,
Appendix A – FQC-950 Nozzle Flow Rates vs. Nozzle Sizes).
NOTE: Increasing feed rate slowly will cause plugging to begin in disc stack.
9. Turn hand wheel clockwise in increments to move scoop pick-up point inward, out of heavy
phase and toward the interface of light and middle phases.
10. Sample and test discharge at each increment for presence of oil, emulsion and sugar/solids.
11. At the first increment where sample loses all sugar/solids content, back off hand wheel
counter-clockwise in smaller increments to the position where sample contains the least
sugar/solids content.
NOTE: Record scoop drive gear position as the optimum scoop set point for maximum
emulsion capture of the current feed stock oil/emulsion content and centrifuge
configuration (heavy phase dam size, feed nozzle size, feed rate, rotor RPM, etc.).
Changes in plant operation, feed stream, feed rate, and nozzle sizes all can affect
optimum scoop pick-up point and may require re-setting the pick-up point.
4.4 Shutdown – Normal

WARNING!
If centrifuge will remain idle after shutdown, add flush water during shutdown in order to
wash out solids.
Dried solids can plug nozzles and create a rotor imbalance, a hazard to centrifuge when re-
starting and to personnel should imbalance result in machine failure at high speed.
See Section 2.1 Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures. Dangerous voltages are present at
connectors. Serious injury or death can occur by failure to follow proper lock-out
procedures.
1. Open flush water valve.

2. Close feed valve gradually, ensuring continuous overflow stream discharge.
3. Move scoop to maximum “IN” position (fully clockwise on the scoop handwheel).
4. Turn off centrifuge drive motor when heavy phase stream contains no solids (approximately
5 minutes).
5. Shut off rotary strainers and open strainer drains.
6. Close oiler needle valves (or turn off lubricating system if installed) only after centrifuge has
come to a complete stop.
7. Lock out and tag all power sources for centrifuge motor starter and all peripheral equipment.
CAUTION
Do not restart centrifuge motor if motor is hot or still turning after power shut-off.
Early re-start could cause thermal shut-outs of motor or delay re-starting, and possibly
damage motor.
4.5 Emergency Shutdown

NOTE: The most common causes for emergency shutdowns are
- Excessive vibration – excursions in the range of 3 - 5 mils should activate an
alarm, while 7 - 9 mils should activate an emergency shut down
- Bearing temperature greater than 195°F (90°C)
CAUTION
Mandatory actions in any emergency shutdown:
* TURN OFF POWER to centrifuge drive motor as soon as possible
* DO NOT let rotor run empty at any time – keep centrifuge overflowing
Maintain overflowing during coast-down to minimize rotor imbalance and to act as a strong
hydraulic brake.
NOTE: Dry spinning coast-down takes longer than with flow.
1. TURN OFF power to motor immediately, as soon as condition is noted.

2. Add as much flush water as possible.
3. Shut off water and/or feed after rotor speed is less than quarter-speed (~250 RPM).
4. Move scoop to maximum “IN” position (fully clockwise on the scoop handwheel).
5. After rotor has come to a complete stop, close oiler needle valves (and turn off oil
recirculating system if installed).
6. Lock out power sources to centrifuge motor starter and all peripheral equipment.
7. Troubleshoot problem and make necessary corrections.
4.6 Trouble-Shooting
The following are conditions that can occur and appropriate actions to be taken in each case.
Conditions Actions
Vibration
Plugged nozzles; solid product build-up in Perform Full-Speed Flush (see Section 4.7.2)
rotor or disc stack If vibration persists, perform Half-Speed Flush (see
Section 4.7.1)
If vibration persists, remove, disassemble and clean
rotor assembly
Bad rotor and bearing shaft connection Uncouple rotor, inspect shaft tapers for corrosion,
debris or product build-up
Improper bearing assembly set-up Check belt tension, adjust as needed
(see Section 5.9)
Check bearing assembly run-out, adjust as needed
to re-establish proper bearing assembly axial
alignment (see Section 5.9)
Check clearances of rotor to rotor assembly
housing, adjust as needed (see Section 5.5.2)
Bearing bumper (or cooling ring assembly) Check tightness of bearing bumper stud nuts
Disc stack compression Uncouple and remove rotor assembly, check “0”
match marks on lock ring and rotor housing and
for proper disc compression (see Sections 5.4.4
and 5.4.5)
Frozen motor mount cam followers Grease cam followers
Inspect rails and replace as needed
Tie rods too tight Adjust tie rod couplings to 1/16” clearance
Unbalanced motor or motor sheave Remove belts and run motor.
If vibration occurs, remove sheave and run motor.
If vibration does not occur without sheave, replace
sheave.
If vibration persists, replace motor.
Bent shafts Uncouple rotor assembly.
Check upper shaft run-out
Check for wear especially on shaft taper
Disassemble rotor assembly; check shaft
straightness on lathe, and check shaft taper fit
with bluing
Piping connections Check for broken or loose pipe hangers causing
pipes to apply force on rotor assembly housing
Check for collapsed hoses
High Amperage
Running over capacity Check flow meters and automatic valves; adjust
feed, overflow and underflow
Amperage high and centrifuge runs smoothly Inspect nozzles with pin gauge
Inspect nozzle O-rings for wear
Bearing Failure Remove bearing assembly and re-build or change
out for re-built unit
Belt Tension Release and re-tension belts (see Section 5.9)
Gyration & High Amperage Spillage or foaming (sucking air)
Check housing drain & vent are clear
Check clearances of rotor to volute housings, adjust
as needed (see Section 5.5.2)
Process changes, e.g., increased feed rate, Check for differences from normal readings or
wash water rate or underflow back valve settings
pressure readings
Loose belts Inspect belts and re-tension as needed
(see Section 5.9)
Loose sheaves Inspect sheaves and tighten sheave bushing bolts as
needed
Rotor assembly incorrectly assembled Remove, disassemble and re-assemble
Look for missing or cut O-rings
Low Amperage
Normal Feed, Recycle & Overflow Rates Possible clogged disc stack or plugged nozzles or
or rotor: Perform in-line cleaning
(see Section 4.7.3)
Normal Feed & Recycle Rates with
Poor Overflow Rates
If low amperage persists, perform full-speed flush
(see Section 4.7.2)
If low amperage persists, perform half-speed flush
(see Section 4.7.1)
If low amperage persists, remove, disassemble and
clean rotor assembly
Motor Failure CAUTION: If motor fails, remove feed supply
immediately and replace with maximum
amount of water possible
Process changes or incorrect valve Check for differences from normal readings or
positioning valve settings
Gyration – Excess Spillage

Return Nozzle Sizes Check return nozzle appropriate size for machine’s
application
Plugged Drain(s) or Discharge Piping Clean drains as needed
Disconnect and inspect discharge piping for
blockage; clean as needed
Improper Rotor Clearances Remove and disassemble rotor assembly to check
clearances of rotor to housing, adjust as needed
(see Section 5.5.2)
Poor Performance
Underflow too heavy Decrease feed rate or open up on underflow
discharge valve
Decrease the feed density
Check for blown nozzle(s); replace as needed
Underflow too light Increase feed rates or decrease underflow rate by
closing underflow discharge valve
Check nozzles for plugging
Check nozzle size is correct for feed rate
Poor overflow clarity. Check for plugged nozzles or plugged disc stack
Too many solids in overflow sample spins Increase underflow discharge rate by opening
underflow discharge valve
Machine foaming Feed temperature too low
Too much air in system
Low feed rate Check strainer for clogging
Disconnect and inspect supply and discharge piping
and hoses for blockage; clean as needed
Perform full-speed flush (see Section 4.7.2)
Perform half-speed flush (see Section 4.7.1)
High Bearing Temperature Shutdown, check for damaged bearings and
replaced as needed
Oil oversupply:
Adjust to 14 – 18 drops/minute
Check oil drain is not plugged
Oil undersupply:
Check oil reservoir level
Check oil is flowing
Check oil lines for leaks
4.7 Centrifuge Cleaning

Half-speed flush, high-speed flush or in-line cleaning are used to clean rotor without removing it
from centrifuge housing.
A high-speed flush should be performed every twelve hour shift.
A half-speed flush is recommended after each normal shutdown to remove solids at rotor
periphery that could dry and cause plugging upon restarting. If upon inspection even a single
plugged nozzle is observed, a half-speed flush should always be performed. A half-speed flush
often is adequate for cleaning rotor after an emergency shutdown.
In-line cleaning is normally used for removal of deposited solids (mostly from disc surfaces).
4.7.1 Half-Speed Flush
WARNING!
1. Lock out and tag out all power sources.

2. After centrifuge has come to a complete stop, remove side inspection cover on underflow
volute (Items 6 & 1, Dwg. 10, A005932-002_A).
3. Remove all nozzles (Item 15, Dwg. 8, A006959-22690) through inspection ports using
special centrifuge nozzle removal tool (Item 7, Dwg. 14, A005696-002_A).
4. Inspect nozzles and O-rings for mechanical damage and replace with new parts as needed.
5. Lubricate each O-ring with non-petroleum based (or equivalent) food-grade grease.
6. Loosen and remove any solids build-up on nozzle, clean out nozzle orifice with a wire
slightly smaller diameter than the hole diameter, and flush thoroughly.
NOTE: Foreign material in nozzles can indicate problems with rotary strainer, wash
water strainer, broken O-rings or gaskets.
NOTE: Do not re-install nozzles at this point.
7. Inspect rotor interior through nozzle ports. If nozzle ports are plugged or need to be cleaned,
loosen any deposits inside ports with a probe, then perform a half-speed flush (see Section
4.7.1 Half-Speed Flush, recommended after every normal shutdown).
8. Remove lock-outs and reconnect power sources, but do not remove warning tags.
NOTE: Check motor temperature if shutdown was recent. To avoid thermal shut-outs, do
not attempt to restart until motor has cooled.
9. Start centrifuge (see Section 4.3 Start-Up).
10. Turn off motor when rotor has reached half speed.
Slowly add flush water (and wash water, if installed), gradually increasing flow rate to minimize
hydraulic shock and vibration in rotor.
11. Turn off flush water (and wash water, if installed) when rotor slows to a few hundred RPM.
12. Repeat Steps 8 - 12 until half speed is reached without vibration. If vibration still exceeds 3
- 5 mils, disassemble and clean rotor assembly (see Section 5.3 Rotor Disassembly).
13. Disconnect and lock-out all power sources - keep warning tags in place.
14. After centrifuge has come to a complete stop, remove side inspection cover.
15. If solids are still present in nozzle ports or rotor interior, disassemble and clean rotor
assembly (see Section 5.3 Rotor Disassembly).
16. If nozzle ports and rotor interior are clear of deposits, re-install cleaned or new (if needed)
nozzles, using special centrifuge nozzle removal tool.
CAUTION
Ensure that all nozzles are "locked" into place by rotating ½ turn.
Slots on all nozzles must be exactly horizontal (nozzle jets are aligned with slots).
Failure to comply may cause damage to rotor.
17. Replace side inspection cover on underflow volute.

18. Remove lock-outs and warning tags and reconnect power sources.
19. Start centrifuge (see Section 4.3 Start-Up).
4.7.2 Full-Speed Flush

NOTE: Fluid-Quip recommends a full-speed flush once during each twelve-hour shift.
1. With centrifuge running full speed, slowly remove feed supply and at same time increase
flush water flow.
2. Keep feed supply off until flow from sample ports is clear (approximately one minute).
3. Slowly increase feed rate to centrifuge while decreasing flush water rate.
4.7.3 In-Line Cleaning

Use either clean water or special cleaning solutions appropriate to site-specific applications.
1. Turn on flush water.
2. Turn off feed stream.
3. Ensure there is some draw-off underflow at all times.
4. Allow sufficient cleaning time, then open feed valve and shut off flush water.
5. Adjust flows to normal operating rates.
SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE
5.1 Nozzles – Removal & Cleaning

Underflow nozzles periodically need to be inspected, cleaned and/or replaced. See Section 4.7.1
Half-Speed Flush for nozzle cleaning procedure.
5.2 Rotor Assembly – Uncoupling & Removal

For items referenced in this section, see Drawings 7, 14 and 19, A006968-22690, A005696-
002_A and A006971-002_C, unless otherwise noted.
Fluid-Quip, Inc. recommends a minimum of two persons to perform this procedure.
WARNING!
assembly.
When lowering hydraulic cylinder, BE SURE radial guide pin (Item 17, Drawing 4,
A005398_L) mounted to column flange enters hole in radial arm flange
1. Lock out and tag out all energy and power sources except hydraulic cylinder.
2. Disconnect overflow and feed piping from rotor assembly housing.
3. Remove scoop sub-assembly BEFORE raising housing assembly (see Drawing 17 for items
in following steps):
a) Turn scoop actuator handwheel fully clockwise to stop, rotating scoop radially inward
close to shaft.
b) Remove four (4) hex head cap screws and gear box housing cover (Item 5).
c) Remove two (2) 3/8”-16 UNC x 1”hex head cap screws with lock washers and scoop
housing (Items 20, 21 & 9).
d) Lift off scoop arm gear (Item 13)
e) Remove four (4) 3/8”-16 UNC hex head cap screws with lock washers (Items 20 & 21)
and scoop sub-assembly (Items 14, 10, 11, 12 & 4).
As needed, use two (2) 5/16 x 18 UNC x 1” Lg. cap screws (not supplied) as jack bolts in
tapped holes to help remove scoop adapter.
f) Pull scoop sub-assembly (Items10, 11, 12 & 4, see Detail “C”) straight up, then outward
to remove from housing.
4. Remove twelve (12) 5/8”-11 UNC x 1¾” Lg. hex head cap screws and lock washers from
overflow volute (Items 32, 34 & 18, Dwg. 7).
5. Engage four (4) tie rod couplings (Item 24).
6. Remove shaft coupling guard and magnetic speed collar (Items 30 & 68, Dwg. 7).
7. Use hydraulic cylinder to raise radial arm to maximum height.
8. Install radial arm safety support (Item 20, Dwg. 14), between radial arm and hydraulic
cylinder assembly.
9. Lower radial arm until it rests on radial arm safety support.
10. Place and level rotor support ring (Item 4, Dwg. 14) in bottom housing (Item 5, Dwg. 7).
NOTE: Rotor assembly will rest on rotor support ring while being uncoupled.
11. Raise hydraulic cylinder and remove radial arm safety support.
12. Slowly lower hydraulic cylinder and guide rotor assembly to rest on rotor support ring.
13. Using mallet and coupling nut wrench (Items 8 and 5, Dwg. 14) loosen shaft coupling jam
nut (Item 27, Dwg. 5, A005399_E, Sht. 1) with a sharp blow in a clockwise direction.
14. To break shaft taper loose, use mallet and coupling nut wrench to turn coupling nut (Item
26) counterclockwise approximately ½ turn.
CAUTION
Never lift rotor by the last few threads on the coupling which can damage the threads.
15. Turn both shaft coupling jam nut and coupling nut, then (without lifting rotor assembly off
rotor support ring) raise hydraulic cylinder.
Continue turning nuts and raising hoist until both nuts are freed of lower shaft.
WARNING!
When moving radial arm and overflow volute, ensure personnel are at a safe distance out of
travel path.
16. Raise hydraulic cylinder to maximum height and swing radial arm and overflow volute away
from lower housing.
17. Install radial arm safety support between radial arm and hydraulic cylinder assembly.
18. Lower radial arm until it rests on radial arm safety support.
19. Install lifting nut (Item 1, Dwg. 14) on lower shaft (Item 14, Dwg. 8, A006959-22690).
Rig lifting nut with nylon lifting straps to service crane.
Lift rotor assembly onto a rotor carriage (Item 11, Dwg. 14).
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to shaft coupling threads, ensure rotor carriage is level and its
wheels blocked or otherwise secured to prevent carriage rolling when setting rotor assembly
into it.
5.3 Rotor Disassembly

For items referenced in Section 5.3 Rotor Disassembly, see Drawing 8, A006959-22690 unless
otherwise noted.
Fluid-Quip recommends a minimum of two persons to perform procedures in Section 5.3.
CAUTION
Place all rotor parts on wooden blocks or thick cardboard to prevent damage, especially to
threads, sealing and mating surfaces.
NOTE: For maximum safety and ease of rotation, Fluid-Quip, Inc. recommends using a
rotor stand designed to facilitate stability of rotor during disassembly and
maintenance (see Appendix A – Rotor Stand).
NOTE: As discs wear and compress gradually over a long period of operation, looseness
may develop between disc stack and rotor cover.
Observe and record position of the permanent "0" match marks on lock ring and
rotor bowl.
If match marks are aligned, an additional disc may be need to be added during
reassembly for centrifuge to run more efficiently and at its optimal setting.
5.3.1 Rotor Lid & Lock Ring Removal
WARNING!
When lifting lock ring with lock ring wrench, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Remove fifteen (15) ¼”-20 UNC x 2¼” Lg. socket head cap screws and rotor lid from rotor
cover (Items 22, 33 & 9). Discard O-ring (Item 32) from top rim of rotor cover.
2. Rig nylon lifting straps between handles of lock ring wrench (Item 2, Dwg. 14) and to
suitable overhead lifting device. Lift wrench and attach to lock ring (Item 12).
3. Remove lifting nut from shaft, install disc compression tool on rotor cover see Instructions,
Dwg. 11, A005336_C), and compress disc stack.
NOTE: Lock ring has LEFT-HANDED threads and is marked with an arrow to show
direction for removal.
4. Loosen and remove lock ring by simultaneously striking both wrench handles and spinning
lock ring in counter-clockwise direction.
Lift wrench with lock ring as a unit and place on a protected surface to prevent damage to
threads.
5. Remove disc compression tool.
5.3.2 Rotor Cover & Cover Adapter Removal
WARNING!
1. Back out overflow outlet nozzles at top of rotor bowl cover (Items 15 & 9) until nozzles are
just flush with cover’s inner surface.
2. Install cover lifting plate assembly (PN AT050-FQ, Item 19, Dwg. 14) onto rotor cover with
ten (10) ¼”-20 UNC x 1½” Lg. (Item 26, Dwg. 14).
3. Rig nylon lifting straps fitted with clevises to three (3) eyebolts in lifting plate and to
suitable overhead lifting device.
4. Lift and remove rotor cover (Item 9) and lower onto a protected surface to prevent damage
to lower mating surface.
Remove and discard O-ring (Item 30) from bottom of rotor cover.
5. Remove and discard O-ring at top edge of rotor cover adapter (Items 42 & 37).
6. Back out three (3) ½”-13 UNC socket set screws (Item 45, see View “G”, Dwg. 8) at top of
rotor cover adapter.
7. Remove two (2) 3/8”-13 UNC socket set screws (see View “F”, Item 44) on both sides of
cover adapter.
Replace with two (2) 3/8”-16 x 1¼” Lg. eyebolts (Item 22, Dwg. 14).
Rig nylon lifting straps to eyebolts and suitable overhead lifting device.
Lift and remove rotor cover adapter from disc stack.
5.3.3 Disc Stack Removal
WARNING!
Discs edges are very sharp and are a cutting hazard.
Heavy protective gloves must be worn when handling discs.
CAUTION
Lift discs slowly and uniformly. Rough or uneven forces may result in distortion or bending.
1. Insert disc removal tools on opposite sides of center portion of disc.

2. Lift each disc slowly and set aside, stacked in the order of removal.
3. Leave feedwell key (Item 29) in place.
5.3.4 Disc Holder Removal
WARNING!
When lifting disc holder, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Install two (2) 3/8"-16 UNC x 1¼" eyebolts (Item 22, Dwg. 14) in top rim of disc holder
(Item 11). Rig nylon lifting straps to eyebolts and suitable overhead lifting device.
2. Lift disc holder from rotor hub (Item 5).
If disc holder sticks on rotor hub, loosen with a few strikes of a dead blow hammer.
3. Remove six (6) 5/8"-11 UNC x 1” socket head cap screws, hub clamping disc and clamping
ring (Items 24, 18 & 19) from rotor hub.
5.3.5 Rotor Unit – Lift & Invert

rotor stand designed to facilitate stability of rotor during disassembly and
maintenance (see Appendix A – Rotor Stand).
WARNING!
When lifting lower shaft and rotor bowl, use suitable overhead lifting device.
Limit rotor swing during bowl inversion by a chain or come-along attached to shaft lifting nut.
Ensure all personnel are clear of rotor assembly as it is lifted and rotated.
Ensure wood blocks are available for use as stabilizers.
1. Install lifting nut (Item 1, Dwg. 14) on lower shaft and two hoist ring assemblies (see Fig. 3
and Item 18, Dwg. 14) in nozzle ports on opposite sides (180° apart) of bowl.
Rig nylon lifting straps to hoist rings and suitable overhead lifting device.
Rig chain or come-along to lifting nut to control shaft swing.
2. Lift bowl, slowly tilt upside down and lower onto suitable steel work horses or stand with
adequate clearance provided below for shaft.
3. Remove lifting straps and lifting nut from lower shaft.
Figure 3. Hoist Ring Assembly
5.3.6 Return Impeller Removal
WARNING!
When lifting return impeller, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Install three (3) ½”-13 eyebolts (see PN AT050-FQ, Item 19, Dwg. 14) in tapped jack bolt
holes on return impeller.
Rig eyebolts with nylon lifting straps to suitable overhead lifting device
2. Remove fifteen (15) ½"-13 UNC socket head cap screws (Item 26) from impeller.
3. If necessary, turn eyebolts as jack bolts to break impeller free from rotor.
4. Lift return impeller from rotor hub and lower to floor with return pump facing up.
5. Remove six (6) 3/8"-16 UNC socket head cap screws and return pump (Items 21 & 8) from
return impeller.
5.3.7 Shaft Removal
WARNING!
When lifting lower shaft and rotor bowl, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Remove six (6) 5/8"-11 UNC socket head cap screws and hub cap (Items 25 & 16) from
lower shaft.
2. Install 1"-8 UNC eyebolt (Item 25, Dwg. 14) into lower shaft bottom end.
Rig with nylon lifting straps to suitable overhead lifting device.
Lift bowl just enough to allow minimum clearance between bowl and work horses or stand.
3. From below, on inside of bowl, apply torch flame ONLY to the outer portions of rotor bowl
hub to gradually and evenly heat and expand internal diameter of hub.
CAUTION
DO NOT apply heat to inner part of rotor hub near shaft.
Heating near shaft will transfer to and expand shaft, tightening shaft fit in hub.
4. When bowl drops off shaft onto work stand or horses, lift shaft from bowl and secure shaft
key (Item 20) which might fall out as shaft exits bowl.
5.3.8 Cleaning Housing & Rotor

- Clean all parts carefully, washing in a suitable solution such as soda ash in hot water.
- Flush rotor hub through bottom of rotor.
- Clean disc stack and internal passages.
- Remove any solid matter in rotor that could plug nozzles when operation is resumed.
- Replace all worn O-rings and/or gaskets.
- Clean shaft socket in upper portion of rotor shaft.
- Remove all foreign matter from housing.
- Thoroughly flush housing with water.
- Clean taper on upper shaft.
- Apply thin layer of oil to tapers. DO NOT use Molykote or similar anti-seize on tapers.
5.4 Rotor Reassembly

For items referenced in Section 5.4 Rotor Reassembly, see Drawing 8, A006959-22690, unless
otherwise noted.
CAUTION
Faulty alignment of rotor parts can generate rotor imbalance.
Parts are either pinned or keyed in place and must be replaced in original position.
Clean rotor hub, rotor hub bore, rotor shaft, keyway and key.
Remove any burrs or nicks that could interfere with a sliding fit.
rotor stand designed to facilitate stability of rotor during maintenance,
disassembly and reassembly (see Appendix A – Rotor Stand).
To prevent binding or galling during assembly, apply thin coats of anti-seize
compound (e.g., Molykote) to all screw threads. DO NOT apply anti-seize
compound to mating surfaces of shaft or bore tapers.
5.4.1 Shaft Installation
For items referenced in this section, see Drawing 8, A006959-22690, unless otherwise noted.
WARNING!
When lifting rotor bowl, use suitable overhead lifting device.
Ensure wood blocks are available to use as stabilizers.
1. Install two hoist ring assemblies (see Fig. 3 and Item 18, Dwg. 14) in nozzle ports on
opposite sides (180° apart) of bowl.
Rig nylon lifting straps to hoist rings and suitable overhead lifting device.
2. Lift bowl, slowly tilt upside down and lower onto suitable steel work horses or stand with
adequate clearance below for shaft installation.
NOTE: If a new key is used, verify key is of correct length.
3. Insert key into keyway on lower shaft (Items 20 & 14) and confirm it is fully seated.
4. Install 1"-8 UNC eyebolt (Item 25, Dwg. 14) into bottom end of lower shaft.
Rig nylon lifting straps to eyebolt and suitable overhead lifting device.
Lift shaft and insert through bottom of bowl, aligning shaft key with bowl keyway and
seating shaft flush on rotor hub.
5. Apply anti-seize compound (e.g., Molykote) to threads of six (6) 5/8"-11 UNC socket head
cap screws (Item 25).
Install hub cap (Item 16) onto lower shaft with socket head cap screws tightened to 75 ft-lb
(102 Nm) torque.
5.4.2 Return Pump & Impeller Installation

1. Apply non-petroleum based (or equivalent) food-grade grease to a new O-ring and install on
return pump (Items 27 & 8).
3. Install return pump onto return impeller with cap screws tightened to 20 ft-lb (27 Nm).
4. Apply non-petroleum based (or equivalent) food-grade grease to O-ring (Item 28) and install
on return impeller.
5. Install three (3) ½”-13 eyebolt (see PN AT050-FQ, Item 19, Dwg. 14) on impeller.
Rig eyebolts with nylon lifting straps to suitable overhead lifting device.
6. Apply anti-seize compound (e.g., Molykote) to threads of fifteen (15) ½”-13 UNC x ¾” Lg.
7. Lift return impeller onto rotor hub and install with cap screws tightened to 45 ft-lb (61 Nm).
5.4.3 Hub Clamping Ring & Clamping Disc Installation

WARNING!
Limit rotor swing during bowl inversion by a chain or come-along attached to shaft lifting nut.
Ensure wood blocks are available for use as stabilizers.
1. Install lifting nut (Item 1, Dwg. 14) on lower shaft. Lift and rotate bowl and lower to floor
area covered with plywood sheet or heavy cardboard to prevent damage to threads.
2. Remove lifting straps, hoist rings and lifting nut.
3. Slide hub clamping ring (Item 19) with long taper up, over shaft shoulder onto rotor hub.
NOTE: If ring does not easily slide over shaft shoulder, lightly heat ring with torch flame.
4. Install hub clamping disc (Item 18) over shaft, aligning holes in disc with three (3) offset
alignment pins (Item 35) in rotor hub.
cap screws (Item 24) and install in clamping disc tightened to 75 - 85 ft-lb
(102 – 115 nM) torque.
5.4.4 Match Mark Calibration: Rotor Bowl & Lock Ring

Factory-stamped match marks “0” on lock ring and bowl indicate original lock ring position
(with no discs installed). Distortion and wear can permit lock ring match mark to rotate past
bowl mark.
WARNING!
Lock ring threads can produce sharp metal splinters. Always wear gloves for protection.
1. Inspect threads of rotor bowl and lock ring (Item 12).

Remove burrs, splinters and any foreign material.
File and/or lightly sand threads with emery cloth to ensure smooth edges.
Coat threads of rotor bowl and lock ring with anti-seize compound (e.g., Molykote).
NOTE: DO NOT install O-ring on rotor cover. Install O-ring after discs are installed.
2. Install or adjust overflow outlet nozzles (Item 15) at top of rotor cover until just flush with
cover’s inner surface.
3. Attach cover lifting assembly (PN AT050-FQ, Item 19, Dwg. 14) on rotor cover with ten
(10) ¼”-20 UNC x 1½” Lg. hex head cap screws (Item 26, Dwg. 14).
Rig nylon lifting straps fitted with clevises to three (3) ½”-13 eyebolts and to suitable
overhead lifting device.
4. With rotor bowl empty (no discs installed), lift rotor cover onto bowl.
5. Install lock wring wrench (Item 2, Dwg. 14) on lock ring (Item 12).
Rig nylon lifting straps to wrench handles and suitable overhead lifting device.
Lift lock ring onto bowl.
NOTE: Both lock ring and rotor cover
have LEFT HAND threads.
6. Engage lock ring threads with bowl threads
and turn counter-clockwise.
When hand tight, strike simultaneously on
opposite wrench handles until lock ring stops
turning.
7. If lock ring match mark does not match bowl
mark, make a new lock ring mark aligned with
bowl mark.
8. Measure and record cover depth (D1) from top
edge of bowl to top edge of cover (see Figure
4). Lift and remove rotor cover.
Figure 4. Rotor Cover Depth Measurement
5.4.5 Disc Installation & Compression

Fluid-Quip recommends that 2 persons perform this procedure.
WARNING!
When lifting disc holder or rotor cover, use suitable overhead lifting device.
Discs edges are very sharp and a cutting hazard. Always wear heavy gloves for protection.
CAUTION
Ensure that inside notch of each disc is aligned on feedwell key.
Install discs uniformly and slowly. Rough or uneven force on disc may result in distortion, or
bending damage.
Disc Holder
1. Inspect feedwell key, disc holder key and rotor cover adapter key (Items 29, 40 & 39).
Replace keys as needed.
Apply anti-seize compound (e.g., Molykote) to threads of #3M x 12mm flat head socket cap
screws (Item 36).
Install key(s) in keyways with cap screws.
2. Apply thin coat of non-petroleum based (or equivalent) food-grade grease to O-ring (Item
23). Install O-ring on bottom rim of disc holder.
3. Install two (2) 3/8"-16 UNC eyebolts (Item 22, Dwg. 14) in top rim of disc holder.
Rig nylon lifting straps to eyebolts and suitable overhead lifting device.
Lift disc holder and lower over shaft, aligning holes inside disc holder with three (3) offset
alignment pins in rotor hub.
4. Seat disc holder on hub clamping ring, tapping firmly as needed with a dead blow hammer
or mallet to seat disc holder. Remove lifting straps and eyebolts.
CAUTION
Never use a metal hammer to tap down disc holder. Damage may result to equipment.
Disc Stack Installation

NOTE: If installing previously removed disc stack, install each disc in reverse order of
removal (in Step 2, Section 5.3.3).
Inspect each disc for wear or damage and replace as needed.
If installing new disc stack, see Drawing 19, A007546_A, for disc stack order.
DO NOT install new O-rings (Items 30, 32 & 42) on rotor cover and rotor cover
adapter (Items 9 & 37) until after final disc stack configuration has been
determined (see Section 5.4.6).
5. Install discs onto disc holder one at a time.
Use firm, uniformly downward force to seat each disc on disc below.
Ensure inside notch of each disc is aligned with feedwell key (Item 29) on disc holder.
6. If not already in place, install two (2) 3/8”-16 eyebolts x 1¼” Lg. (Item 22, Dwg. 14) in
tapped holes on sides of rotor cover adapter (Item 37, see View “F”).
7. Rig nylon lifting straps to eyebolts and to suitable overhead lifting device.
Install rotor cover adapter on disc stack.
Remove straps and eyebolts.
8. Inspect rotor bowl and lock ring threads.
Remove any burrs, splinters and any foreign material.
As needed, file and/or lightly sand with emery cloth to ensure smooth edges.
9. Lift rotor cover onto bowl, aligning rotor cover key way with rotor cover adapter key (Item
39, see View “A”).
Disc Stack Compression
10. Install compression tool (see Instructions, Dwg. 11, A005336_C).
a) With jacks compressed, place tool over shaft to seat on top of rotor cover.
b) Thread lifting nut onto shaft.
c) Pump compression tool to 2500 psi pump pressure.
d) As disc stack compresses, monitor spring deflection (maximum ½”) at socket bolt heads
in disc tool compression spring assembly (see Item 2, Drawing, 11).
CAUTION! Do not exceed ½” spring deflection or 4000 psi hydraulic pressure on pump.
11. Measure rotor cover depth (D2) again (see Figure 4).
a) If D1 – D2 > 0.0” but < 0.08”, go to Step 12.
b) If D2 = D1, remove compression tool, rotor cover and rotor cover adapter and install one
spare disc.
Re-install rotor cover adapter, rotor cover and compression tool.
Compress disc stack to 2500 psi and measure cover depth (D3) again.
c) If D1 – D3 > 0.0” but < 0.08”, go to Step 12.
d) If D1 – D3 > 0.08”, remove compression tool, rotor cover, rotor cover adapter and the
added spare disc.
Re-install and compress original number of discs and go to Step 12.
NOTE: Match marks’ final position depends on disc spacer:
0.100” spacer: marks are positioned from “nearly aligned” up to 180° apart max.
0.050” spacer: marks are positioned from “nearly aligned” up to 90° apart max.
If final position exceeds maximum value, remove one or more discs as needed to
achieve cover depth and match mark specifications.
Rotor Cover Adapter & Rotor Cover Installation

12. Remove rotor cover and rotor cover adapter (Items 9 & 37).
13. Apply non-petroleum based (or equivalent) food-grade grease to O-ring (Item 42).
Install O-ring around top rim of rotor cover adapter (see View “A”, Dwg. 8).
Re-install rotor cover adapter and remove lifting eyebolts.
Install two (2) 3/8”-13 UNC socket set screws (Item 44, View “F”) in eyebolt holes.
Tighten three (3) ½”-13 UNC set screws (Item 45, View “G”, Dwg. 8), then back off each
screw by ¼ turn.
14. Apply non-petroleum based (or equivalent) food-grade grease to O-rings (Item 30).
Install O-ring in rotor cover’s bottom rim.
Install rotor cover, taking care not to pinch O-ring.
15. Install lock ring and lock ring wrench and turn counter-clockwise (left-hand thread), striking
simultaneously on opposite sides of wrench until lock ring stops turning.
16. Remove compression tool, lock ring wrench and lifting plate assembly from rotor cover.
17. Tighten cover discharge nozzles (Item 38, Dwg. 8) at top of rotor cover.
5.4.6 Rotor Lid

1. Apply non-petroleum based (or equivalent) food-grade grease to O-ring (Item 32).
Install O-ring in top groove of rotor cover (see View “B”, Dwg. 8).
2. Apply anti-seize compound (e.g., Molykote) to threads of fifteen (15) ¼”-20 UNC x 2¼”
Lg. socket head cap screws (Item 22).
3. Install rotor lid (Item 33) on rotor cover with cap screws tightened to 65 in-lb (7.35 Nm).
5.5 Rotor Assembly Installation

For items referenced in Section 5.5 Rotor Assembly Installation, see Drawings 8 and 14,
A006959-22690 and A005696-002_A, unless otherwise noted.
WARNING!
assembly.
Serious injury or death can result when proper safety measures are not followed
1. Raise hydraulic cylinder and swing radial arm out of the way.
2. Insert radial arm safety support (Item 20 or 21, Dwg. 14) between hydraulic cylinder
assembly and radial arm.
3. Place and level rotor support ring (Item 4, Dwg. 14) in bottom housing (Item 5, Dwg. 7,
A006968-22690).
4. Install lifting nut (Item 1, Dwg. 14) on lower shaft (Item 14, Dwg. 8, A006959-22690) of
rotor assembly and rig with nylon lifting straps to suitable overhead lifting device.
5. Raise rotor assembly from its carriage, center over bottom housing, and lower onto rotor
support ring, ensuring rotor assembly is properly seated.
6. Remove lifting nut from lower shaft.
5.5.1 Rotor Coupling

For items referenced in Section 5.5.1 Rotor Coupling, see Drawings 5 and 7, A005399_E, Sht.
1 and A006968-22690, unless otherwise noted.
1. Ensure mating tapers of both upper centrifuge shaft (Item 28, Dwg. 5) and lower rotor shaft
(Item 14, Dwg. 7) are clean and smooth.
Apply a light film of oil to both surfaces with a clean oil rag.
NOTE: Shaft coupling lock nut (Item 26, Dwg. 5) should already be threaded on upper
centrifuge shaft
2. Apply anti-seize compound (e.g., Molykote) to threads on rotor assembly shaft.
WARNING!
When moving overflow volute, ensure personnel are at a safe distance out of travel path.
Serious injury or death can result when proper safety measures are not followed
3. Swing radial arm and overflow volute (Item 18, Dwg. 7) into position over rotor assembly.
4. Raise radial arm and remove safety support (Item 20 or 21, Dwg. 14).
5. Lower radial arm until lower shaft threads extend through and above overflow volute and
shafts are properly aligned.
6. Ensure key inside lower shaft socket is aligned with slot in upper centrifuge shaft.
7. Thread shaft coupling jam nut (Item 27, Dwg. 5) all the way onto lower shaft.
8. Slowly lower radial arm until shaft coupling lock nut threads can be engaged and turn freely
on rotor shaft threads.
9. Alternate lowering overflow volute and turning lock nut until nut can no longer be turned by
hand and upper shaft taper is firmly seated in lower shaft socket.
10. Tighten lock nut with coupling nut wrench (Item 5, Dwg. 14) until shaft tapers are fully
seated.
Fully tighten by striking several blows on wrench with dead blow mallet (Item 8, Dwg. 14).
11. Run shaft coupling jam nut up against shaft coupling lock nut.
Fully tighten by striking a mallet blow on coupling nut wrench.
12. Raise radial arm, insert radial arm safety support, then lower until safety pin rests on column
flange.
13. Remove rotor support ring (Item 4, Dwg. 14) from bottom housing (Item 5, Dwg. 7).
14. Check level on top surface of underflow volute in both directions and adjust as needed by
adding shims beneath housing bottom legs.
15. Align rotor unit and rotor housing (see Section 5.5.2 Rotor & Housing Assembly –
Clearances & Centering).
16. Raise radial arm, remove radial arm safety support, then lower to seat overflow volute on
bottom housing.
17. Install 12 (twelve) 5/8”-11UNC x 1¾” Lg. hex head cap screws and lock washers through
overflow volute (Items 32, 34 & 18, Dwg. 7) into underflow volute.
18. Install magnetic speed collar (Item 68, Dwg. 7) with 3/16” assured minimum clearance from
bottom of bearing assembly. Install shaft coupling guard (Item 30, Dwg. 7).
19. Adjust clearance of magnetic speed sensor to within 1” - 1 ½” of magnetic speed collar. As
needed, adjust position of magnetic speed collar to align with magnetic speed sensor, while
maintaining 3/16” assured minimum clearance from bottom of bearing assembly
20. Disengage tie rod couplings (Item 23, Dwg. 7) and adjust coupling gap to 1/16" (2.0 mm) as
needed.
21. Install scoop sub-assembly (see Drawing 17 for items in Steps a - f):
a) Turn scoop actuator handwheel to center match mark on drive gear (see Detail “H”).
b) Inspect O-rings on scoop adapter (Items 17 & 14) and replace as needed.
c) Insert scoop sub-assembly (Items 14, 10, 11, 12 & 4) in housing cover (Item 5, see
Details “A” & “C”) with four (4) 3/8”-16 UNC hex head cap screws and lock washers
(Items 20 & 21).
d) Install scoop arm gear (Item 13) with its match mark aligned at center with drive gear
match mark (see Detail “H”).
e) Install scoop housing with two (2) 3/8”-16 UNC x 1”hex head cap screws with lock
washers Items (Items 9, 20 & 21).
f) Install gear box housing cover (Item 5) with four (4) hex head cap screws.
5.5.2 Rotor & Housing Assembly – Clearances & Centering

For items referenced in Section 5.5.2 Rotor & Housing Assembly – Clearances & Centering,
see Drawing 7, A006968-22690, unless otherwise noted.
CAUTION
Clearances were set at factory, but could change in shipping. Rotor clearances and
centering must be checked whenever rotor assembly is removed and then re-coupled to
upper shaft. Severe damage can result from off-center rotor and/or incorrect clearances.
Checking and adjusting rotor centering and clearances in this procedure assumes that
nothing has been done (maintenance or adjustments) in the bearing or drive assemblies,
which could affect bearing assembly axial alignment, while rotor assembly was removed
and re-installed. If such maintenance or adjustments occurred, bearing assembly must first
be freed from belt tension, allowed to hang plumb, and its relative position recorded with a
machinist's level on the rotor sheave before drive and bearing sheaves are aligned and belts
re-tensioned (see Section 5.8 Drive Alignment and Section 5.9 Belt Installation &
Tension).
NOTE: Before checking clearances, confirm that shaft coupling is tight
WARNING!
assembly.
1. Raise radial arm with overflow volute attached (see Section 5.2 Rotor Assembly –
Uncoupling & Removal).
2. Install long safety support (Item 20, Dwg. 14) between radial arm and hydraulic cylinder
assembly, then lower radial arm to rest on safety support.
3. Measure clearances between rotor and underflow volute (see View “A”, Dwg. 7): place
modeling clay, gum, or soft lead solder on lower machined edge of underflow volute at
points immediately above four support legs.
4. Raise radial arm, remove safety support and lower radial arm until overflow volute rests
fully on underflow volute.
5. Raise radial arm, re-install long safety support between radial arm and hydraulic cylinder
assembly and lower radial arm to rest on safety support.
6. Measure compressed thickness of the four pieces of clay, gum or solder.
NOTE: If clearances are not 3/16" (4.8 mm), before making any adjustments, first verify
- Centrifuge shaft coupling is pulled up tight and fully seated
- Belts are tensioned correctly with bearing assembly level readings maintained
(see Section 5.9 Belt Installation & Tension)
If measured clearances differ by 1/32" (1.0 mm) or more, underflow volute first
must be re-centered.
7. To re-center underflow volute, loosen four (4) hex head cap screws (Item 13, Dwg. 5)
securing support legs to base.
8. Turn ¾"-10 UNC bolts in adjusting brackets (Items 25 & 19) to re-position housing bottom
and underflow volute (see View “B-B”, Dwg. 5).
NOTE: After each re-positioning adjustment, back off adjusting bolts so that there is no
lateral load on support legs.
9. Repeat Steps 3 through 8 until measured clearances differ no more than 1/32" (0.8 mm).
10. If final measurements in Step 9 are not 3/16" (4.8 mm), add or remove shims under legs as
needed to adjust clearances to 3/16" (4.8 mm).
11. Repeat Steps 1 - 10 until 3/16" (4.8 mm) clearance is achieved at all four points with the
difference between measurements no more than 1/32" (0.8 mm), then tighten four (4) hex
head cap screws (Item 13, Dwg. 5) securing housing support legs to base.
12. Raise radial arm, remove safety support between radial arm and hydraulic cylinder
assembly, then lower radial arm until overflow volute rests fully on underflow volute.
CAUTION
Overflow volute should rest on underflow volute, NOT hang from or jack up radial arm.
13. Install and tighten 12 (twelve) 5/8”-11UNC x 1¾” Lg. hex head cap screws and lock washers
(Items 32 & 34) through overflow volute into underflow volute.
14. Loosen 8 hex nuts on upper and lower tie rods (Items 22, 23 & 26) and turn upper and lower
tie rods to obtain a 1/16" (1.6 mm) coupling gap (see Note #1, Dwg. 7).
Tie rod couplings (Items 24) should turn easily.
5.6 Bearing Assembly

5.6.1 Bearing Assembly – Removal
For items referenced in Section 5.6.1, see Drawings 5 and 6, A005399_E, Sheets 1 & 2, and
Drawings 9 and 14, A005402-13CF3310_I and A005696-002_A, unless otherwise noted.
WARNING!
When lifting bearing assembly, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Lock out and tag out all energy and power sources.
2. Remove twelve (12) 3/8"-16 UNC hex head cap screws (Item 20) with 3/8" lock washers
(Item 21) and four (4) sections of belt guard (Item 4, Dwg. 9) by removing.
3. Reduce belt tension by loosening inboard nut (Item 18) on adjusting screw (Item 7).
4. Move motor adjusting plate (Item 16) inward by turning outboard adjusting nut.
CAUTION
DO NOT pry V-belts off sheave. Prying can damage belts.
5. Remove all V-belts (Item 2) from sheaves (Items 9 and 2).

NOTE: Due to manufacturing variations in length, V-belts must be a selected, matched-
length set. After removal, tie belts together to prevent mixing with other,
unmatched belts of same nominal size.
6. Uncouple rotor assembly from upper shaft (Item 28, Dwg. 5, A005399_E, Sht. 1) (see
Section 5.2 Rotor Assembly – Uncoupling & Removal).
NOTE: Rotor assembly may be left resting on rotor support ring in bottom housing.
7. Loosen Nylok nut (Item 38, Dwg. 9, A005402-022690) on thrust compensator adjusting stud
(Item 37).
8. Loosen eight (8) ½"-13 UNC nuts (Item 45, Dwg. 5 A005399_E, Sht. 1) on bottom of
cooling ring assembly (Item 44).
9. Disconnect electrical leads from bearing temperature and vibration sensors.
10. Disconnect oil supply hoses and oil drain tubes and plug or cover oil drain holes.
11. To prevent damage to vibro-isolators, install two (2) ¾”-10 UNC x 2¾” Lg. socket head cap
screws (Item 27, Dwg. 14) from above radial arm through bearing housing into insulator
anchor plate (Item 14); tighten until just snug.
12. From above radial arm, remove three (3) 5/8"-11 UNC x 1½" lg. socket head cap screws
(Item 13, Dwg. 5 A005399_E, Sht. 1) that attach bearing assembly to radial arm.
13. Install lifting eye bolt (Item 12, Dwg. 14) into upper centrifuge shaft.
14. Rig lifting eye bolt to suitable overhead lifting device and lift bearing assembly out of radial
arm.
NOTE: Clamp 2 wood blocks on top of rotor carriage (Item 11, Dwg. 14) to ensure
sufficient floor clearance for bearing assembly shaft.
15. Lower bearing assembly until insulator anchor plate (Item 14) rests on wood blocks on rotor
carriage ensuring that end of shaft does not touch floor.
16. Clean bearing housing assembly before moving to shop bench for re-building.
NOTE: Bearing assembly should be re-built only in a clean work environment
17. Clean area inside and on underside of radial arm in preparation for re-installation of bearing
housing assembly.
5.6.2 Bearing Assembly – Disassembly

For items referenced in this section, see Drawing 5, A005399_E, Sht. 1, unless otherwise noted.
NOTE: Fluid-Quip recommends keeping a spare bearing housing assembly on hand to minimize
downtime while re-building bearing assembly.
Fluid-Quip also offers bearing housing assembly re-building.
CAUTION
Foreign matter must be prevented from entering bearings.
Only skilled mechanics should perform this work and only in a clean room.
1. Remove socket head pipe plug (Item 25) from shaft coupling lock ring (Item 30).
2. Loosen shaft coupling lock ring (Item 30) with coupling spanner wrench (Item 15, Dwg. 14,
A005696-002_A) to free shaft coupling lock nut (Item 26) from upper shaft (Item 28).
3. Remove shaft coupling split ring (Item 29).
4. Remove hex nut (Item 6) and hex nut jam (Item 5).
WARNING!
When lifting rotor sheave, use suitable overhead lifting device.
5. Install sheave puller base with puller rod and shaft end protector (Items 13, 14 and 16, Dwg.
14) over shaft end and thread two (2) 5/8"-11 UNC 8" lg. bolts (Item 17) through puller into
tapped holes in rotor sheave (Item 4).
6. Turn puller to break sheave loose from shaft and raise sheave as high as possible, then
remove puller, puller rod, shaft end protector and two (2) 5/8"-11 UNC 8" lg. bolts.
7. Thread two (2) 5/8"-11 UNC eyebolts (Item 12) into tapped holes in sheave, rig strap to
eyebolts and lifting device, and lift sheave off shaft and store in a clean location.
8. Remove upper centrifuge shaft key (Item 7) from upper shaft (Item 28).
9. Remove four (4) cap screws (Item 40) from felt
seal retainer (Item 41) and felt strip (Item 42) and
remove and discard felt strip.
10. Clean all parts thoroughly.
11. Remove six (6) 3/8"-16 UNC socket head cap
screws (Item 23) from bearing housing bottom
(Item 24).
12. Remove and clean bearing housing bottom.
13. Remove and discard bearing housing bottom
gasket (Item 22).
14. Remove six (6) 5/8"-11 UNC socket head cap
screws (Item 39) and remove bearing housing
cover (Item 10).
15. With upper shaft lifting bolt still attached to upper
centrifuge shaft (Items 12 & 28) and bearings still
attached, slowly lift out of bearing housing.
NOTE: If bearing housing does not freely come off
upper shaft, lift housing slightly off work
surface and warm (e.g., with a rosebud)
evenly around upper and lower bearings
just enough for housing, to drop off.
Figure 5. Bearing Assembly
CAUTION
DO NOT OVERHEAT or "blue" the housing metal.
If arbor press is used, apply force to INNER race.
Never use a hammer and drift to drive bearings or races on or off.
Bearing failures may occur if replacement bearings from commercial bearing supply houses
do not meet design specifications.
It is recommended that bearings be purchased from Fluid-Quip or original bearing
manufacturer using specifications furnished by Fluid-Quip.
NOTE: Outer race of cylindrical roller bearing (Item 11) is designed for a tight press fit
into bearing housing (Item 3). A force transmitted through bearing housing
spacer (Item 15) by outer race of angular ball bearings (Item 16) will allow race to
be removed as upper shaft is removed (see Figure 5 Bearing Assembly).
16. Use upper bearing spanner wrench (Item 6, Dwg. 14) to remove locknuts and bearing lock
washers (Items 8, 9, 33 & 34) from top and bottom of bearing assembly.
17. Using heat if necessary, remove angular ball bearing set (Item 16).
18. Remove bearing housing spacer (Item 15).
19. Using heat and arbor press if necessary, remove cylindrical roller bearing (Item 11).
20. Discard bearings and clean all other parts thoroughly.
5.6.3 Bearing Assembly – Vibro-Isolators

Items referenced in this section, see Drawings 5 & 6, A005399_E, Sheets 1 & 2, unless otherwise
noted.
NOTE: The bearing housing rests on two sets of elastomer vibro-isolators (Items 37 & 38)
which deteriorate over time. Vibro-isolators should be replaced at every re-build.
WARNING!
When lifting bearing housing, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Remove two (2) ¾"-10 UNC x 2¾” Lg. socket head cap screws (Item 27, Dwg. 14) which
during bearing assembly removal were installed into insulator anchor plate through bearing
housing (Items 14 & 3).
2. Turn bearing assembly upside down in rotor carriage (Item 11, Dwg. 14).
3. Remove 67 nuts (Item 35) and remove insulator anchor plate (Item 14).
NOTE: Observe positions of large (Item 38) and small (Item 37) vibro-isolators.
Small vibro-isolators in outer most and inner most circle of bolt holes.
Large vibro-isolators in two circles in-between, EXCEPT at three (3) access holes
where 13/8” diameter vibro-isolators (Item 50) are installed (see Drawing 7).
4. Remove all vibro-isolators and washers (Items 37, 38, 50, 36 & 43).
5. Clean bearing housing (Item 3).
NOTE: There are four concentric circles of threaded holes for vibro-isolators.
See Drawing 6, A005399_E, Sheet 2, for locations of each size of isolator,
especially three (3) 13/8” diam. isolators (Item 50).
6. Install new vibro-isolators with washers on top and bottom and with wide ends facing
toward anchor plate (Item 14, see View “C”) :
- 18 small vibro-isolators and washers (Items 37 & 43) on inner most circle
- 13 small vibro-isolators and washers (Items 37 & 43) on outer most circle
- 33 large vibro-isolators and washers (Items 38 & 36) on two circles between inner and
outer circles, EXCEPT at three (3) access holes
- 3 each of 13/8” diameter vibro-isolators and washers (Items 50 & 36) on inner circle of
large vibro isolators next to three (3) access holes
7. Install insulator anchor plate with 67 nuts.
8. Re-install two(2) ¾"-10 UNC socket head cap screws (Item 27, Dwg. 14) into insulator
anchor plate through bearing housing
5.6.4 Bearing Assembly – Re-assembly

Items referenced in this procedure are found in Dwg. 5A005399_E, unless otherwise noted.
CAUTION
Bearing failures may occur if replacement bearings from commercial bearing supply houses
do not meet design specifications.
It is recommended that bearings be purchased from Fluid-Quip or original bearing
manufacturer using specifications furnished by Fluid-Quip.
1. Loosely install bearing housing spacer (Item 15) onto Shaft (Item 28) from tapered end.
2. Heat angular ball bearing set (Item 16) and inner race and rollers of cylindrical roller bearing
(Item 11) in a clean oil bath or an electric bearing heater to a temperature (not to exceed
200ºF [93ºC]) that will permit assembly on shaft without pressing.
NOTE: Outer race of cylindrical roller bearing does not need to be heated.
3. Mount angular ball bearing set (Item 16) with faces oriented exactly as shown in Dwg. 5
A005399_E, Sht. 1.
4. When angular ball bearing set (Item 16) is in place, install bearing lock washer (Item 34)
and bearing locknut (Item 33), tightened snugly with lower bearing spanner wrench (Item 3,
Dwg. 14).
5. After bearings have cooled, re-tighten bearing locknut.
NOTE: DO NOT secure angular bearing locknut with tang on bearing lock washer until
bearings cool completely and bearing inner races are completely seated.
6. After bearings have cooled, use a feeler gauge to ensure that inner races are seated against
shaft shoulder.
7. Install heated inner race and rollers of cylindrical roller bearing (Item 11) onto shaft (Item
28), seating race against shaft shoulder.
8. Install bearing lock washer (Item 9) and bearing locknut (Item 8), tightening snugly with
upper bearing spanner wrench.
9. After bearings have cooled, re-tighten bearing locknut.
NOTE: DO NOT secure upper bearing locknut (Item 8) with bearing lock washer (Item 9)
until bearings have cooled completely and bearing inner race is completely seated.
10. Insert upper shaft (Item 28) and bearing assembly into cleaned bearing housing (Item 3).
Ensure angular ball bearing set (Item 16) seats securely against bearing housing shoulder.
11. Install outer race of cylindrical roller bearing (Item 11).
12. Install bearing housing cover (Item 10) and secure with six (6) 5/8"-11 UNC socket head cap
screws (Item 39).
13. Install new felt seal (Item 42) with seal retainer (Item 41) and secure with four (4) ¼"-20
UNC socket head cap screws (Item 40).
14. Install shaft key (Item 7) onto upper shaft (Item 28).
WARNING
When lifting rotor sheave, use suitable overhead lifting device.

15. Lift and slide rotor sheave (Item 4) onto upper shaft until it seats against shaft shoulder.
Secure with hex jam nut (Item 5) and hex nut (Item 6) and tighten snugly.
16. Install bearing housing bottom (Item 24) with new gasket (Item 22) and secure with six (6)
3
/8"-16 UNC socket head cap screws (Item 23).
17. Slide shaft coupling lock ring (Item 30) onto upper shaft next to bearing housing bottom
(Item 24).
18. Install shaft coupling split ring (Item 29) and shaft coupling nut (Item 26).
19. Secure shaft coupling split ring with shaft coupling lock ring (Item 30).
20. Install 1/8"-27 NPT socket head pipe plug (Item 25) into shaft coupling lock ring (Item 30).
CAUTION
If re-built assembly is to be stored, wrap in plastic or cloth to protect from dust and moisture.
If stored in a humid environment, unit can be filled with oil to prevent damage; however, a
quad ring (Item 31) needs to be installed in bearing housing bottom to prevent oil leakage.
5.6.5 Bearing Assembly – Installation

1. Connect lifting device to upper shaft lift bolt (Item 12, Dwg. 14), lift bearing assembly out
of rotor carriage and slowly lower into radial arm, aligning bolt holes in bearing assembly
and radial arm.
2. From above radial arm (Item 3, Dwg. 5), remove two (2) ¾"-10 UNC x 1¼" lg. socket head
cap screws installed to protect vibro-isolators during removal and maintenance.
3. Install three (3) 5/8"-11 UNC x 1½" lg. socket head cap screws (Item 13, Dwg. 5
A005399_E, Sht. 1) that attach bearing assembly to radial arm.
4. Remove upper shaft lift bolt from upper centrifuge shaft
5. Re-connect electrical leads to bearing temperature sensors and vibration sensors.
6. Re-connect oil supply hoses and oil drain tubes.
7. Tighten eight (8) ½"-13 UNC nuts (Item 45) on bottom of cooling ring assembly (Item 14).
8. Tighten thrust compensator Nylok nut (Item 38, Dwg. 9, A005402-022690) until thrust
adjusting stud (Item 37) just touches the thrust bearing plate (Item 33).
9. Couple rotor assembly to upper shaft (see Section 5.5.1 Rotor Coupling).
NOTE: Replace all V-belts if any are worn or deteriorated. Belts should be a matched-
length set, selected while under tension, to assure smooth-dependable operation.
10. Unbundle V-belts (Item 2), loosely place in grooves on rotor sheave (Item 9) and have an
assistant hold belts in place.
11. Slowly tighten inboard nut (Item 18) to move motor adjusting plate (Item 16) outward in
radial arm, tensioning belts just enough to keep belts on sheaves.
12. Check alignment of drive sheave to rotor sheave and adjust as needed (see Section 5.8
Drive Alignment).
13. Adjust belt tension (see Section 5.9 Belt Installation & Tension).
14. Install four-section belt guard (Item 4) with twelve (12) 3/8" lock washers (Item 21) and 3/8"-
16 UNC hex head cap screws (Item 20) to top of radial arm .
5.7 Drive Assembly Maintenance

The drive assembly includes motor (Item 1, Dwg. 9, A005402-022690), motor mount plate (Item
5), motor adjusting plate (Item 16), motor sheave and bushing (Items 3 and 10), V-belts (Item 2)
and 4-section belt guard (Item 4).
The motor mount plate is attached to motor adjusting plate which has a clamp plate (Item 6)
fitted with an upper wear strip (Item 12) that slides on a lower wear strip (Item 17) mounted on
radial arm (Item 3, Dwg. 5). Wear strips are lubricated through six 1/8" grease fittings (Item 15),
three on each side.
CAUTION
Lack of proper lubrication will restrict movement of motor support and could result in
improper belt tension.
Loose belts cause premature belt wear and could cause belts to fly off during start-up or
with changes in load.
5.7.1 Motor Removal

Items in this procedure are found in Dwg. 9, A005402-022690, unless otherwise noted.
WARNING!
When lifting motor or motor sheave, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Remove 4-section belt guard by removing twelve (12) 3/8"-16 UNC hex head cap screws and
3
/8" lock washers (Items 4, 20 &21).
2. Reduce belt tension by loosening inboard nut (Item 18) on adjusting screw (Item 7) and
moving motor adjusting plate (Item 16) inward in radial arm by turning outboard nut (Items
18, 7 & 16).
CAUTION
DO NOT pry V-belts off sheave. Doing so may damage belts.
3. Remove all V-belts (Item 2) from sheaves (Items 9 and 3) and tie in a bundle.
NOTE: Due to manufacturing variations in length, V-belts must be a selected, matched-
length set. After removal, tie belts together to prevent mixing with other,
unmatched belts of same nominal size.
4. Thread two (2) eyebolts 3/8"-16 UNC x 1¼" (Item 22, Dwg. 14) into tapped holes in motor
sheave, rig nylon straps to eyebolts and to hoist and lift to support weight of motor sheave.
5. Loosen four (4) ¾"-10 UNC hex head cap screws in motor sheave bushing (Items 22 & 10).
6. Remove two of the four cap screws, install into tapped holes in bushing flange and alternate
tightening to push bushing off motor sheave.
7. Lift motor sheave and bushing off motor shaft.
8. Install eyebolt (Item 23, Dwg. 14) into motor shaft, rig nylon strap with a shackle to eyebolt,
and use hoist to lift and support motor's weight.
9. Remove eight (8) lock washers (Item 27) and 5/8"-11 UNC socket head cap screws (Item 26)
holding motor to motor adjusting plate.
CAUTION
Exercise care when lowering motor to avoid damage to motor fan housing.
10. Lower motor to floor slowly, rotating 90 into a horizontal position onto motor "feet" (if
motor is so equipped) and/or stabilize with blocking as needed.
5.7.2 Motor Installation

Items in this procedure are found in Drawing 9, A005402-022690, unless otherwise noted.
NOTE: Motor adjusting plate (Item 16) has a bolt circle and female pilot to accommodate
a 586/7TCZ NEMA frame, flange mount motor.
If a customer-supplied motor does not have a 586/7TCZ NEMA frame, it may be
necessary to modify motor adjusting plate.
WARNING!
When lifting motor or motor sheave, use suitable overhead lifting device.
1. Position motor beneath motor adjusting plate and thread eyebolt (Item 23, Dwg. 14,
A005696-002_A) into end of motor shaft.
2. Rig straps to eyebolt and through motor adjusting plate to hoist above radial arm.
CAUTION
Exercise care when lifting motor to avoid damage to motor fan housing.
3. Lift slowly and rotate motor 90 to vertical position.

4. Raise motor, align pilot and bolt holes in motor adjusting plate, and install eight (8) lock
washers and 5/8"-11 UNC socket head cap screws (Items 27 & 26).
NOTE: When motor is properly mounted, there should be no clearance between mounting
surfaces (see Note #2, Dwg. 10).
5. Remove lifting straps and eyebolt from motor shaft.
6. If not already in place, install motor sheave bushing into motor sheave with two (2) ¾"-10
UNC hex head cap screws and lock washers (Items 10, 3, 22 & 24).
7. Thread two (2) eyebolts (Item 22, Dwg. 15) into tapped holes in motor sheave.
Rig nylon lifting straps to eyebolts and to suitable overhead lifting device.
8. Lift motor sheave and bushing and install onto motor shaft with bushing flush with end of
motor shaft.
9. Install other two (2) ¾"-10 UNC hex head cap screws and lock washers into motor sheave
bushing and tighten all four (4) cap screws to secure sheave on motor shaft.
10. Remove nylon straps, shackle and eyebolt from motor sheave.
11. Align motor and rotor sheaves (see Section 5.8 Drive Alignment).
12. Install V-belts (see Section 5.9 Belt Installation & Tension)
NOTE: Replace all V-belts if any one V-belt is worn or deteriorated.
13. Install 4-section belt guard with twelve (12) lock washers and 3/8"-16 UNC hex head cap
screws (Items 4, 21 & 20). Tighten all cap screws.
5.8 Drive Alignment

Items in this procedure are found in Drawing 14, A005696-002_A
Dwg. 9, A005402-022690, unless otherwise noted.
1. Remove four (4) sections of belt guard (Item 4) attached to top of radial arm with twelve
(12) 3/8"-16 UNC bolts and lock washers (Item 21).
2. Check position of motor sheave (Item 3) with respect to rotor sheave (Item 9) by placing a
level on a rigid, straight round bar laid in matching grooves on motor and rotor sheaves.
3. If bar is not level, adjust position of motor sheave which is secured to motor shaft with a
taper lock bushing (Item 10).
4. Thread two (2) eyebolts 3/8"-16 UNC x 1¼" Lg. (Item 22, Dwg. 14) into tapped holes in
motor sheave, rig nylon straps with shackles to eyebolts and hoist and lift to support weight
of motor sheave.
5. Loosen four (4) ¾"-10 UNC hex head cap screws (Item 22) in motor sheave bushing.
6. Remove two of the four cap screws and thread into tapped holes in hub flange of bushing.
7. Alternate tightening of the two cap screws to adjust height of sheave.
8. Recheck (Step 2 above) motor sheave to rotor sheave alignment and Repeat Step 7 until
motor and bearing assembly sheaves are aligned.
9. Tighten two (2) ¾"-10 UNC hex head cap screws to lock bushing in position.
10. Remove the two cap screws from tapped holes in bushing flange, replace in their original
holes and tighten.
11. Remove nylon straps, shackles and two eyebolts from motor sheave.
5.9 Belt Installation & Tension

NOTE: Belts should be a matched-length set, selected while under equal tension to assure
smooth-dependable operation. Belts should be high capacity, oil and heat
resistant, and also dissipate static electricity buildup.
For correct belt tension, rotor assembly must be coupled to upper shaft.
1. Remove four sections of belt guard (Item 4, Dwg. 9, A005402-022690), if not already.
2. Before adjusting belt tension:
3. Turn nuts (Item 18) on motor adjusting screw (Item 7) until belts are slack.
Turn 1"-12 UNF nuts (Item 38) on thrust compensators (Item 8) until there is no load on
thrust bearing plate (Item 33).
Disengage four (4) tie rod couplings (Item 24, Dwg. 7, A006968-22690) from overflow
volute.
Verify nut and jam nut (Items 6 and 5, Dwg. 5 A005399_E, Sht. 1) are tight.
CAUTION
Forcing belts over sheaves can damage belts. Turn adjusting nuts to move motor inward to
allow belts to slip easily onto sheaves. Move motor back enough to hold belts in grooves.
4. If not already in place, install belts over sheaves, then with a second person holding belts in
sheave grooves, turn nuts on motor adjusting screw just enough to keep belts in grooves.
5. Make match marks on top of rotor assembly sheave and across belts.
6. Place a machinist's level on top of rotor assembly sheave, parallel to centerline of sheaves,
and record bubble position. Leave level in place while adjusting belt tension.
NOTE: This records the relative position of rotor assembly in order to re-establish same
position after belt tension adjustments.
7. Tighten 1"-12 UNF nut on thrust compensators until just touches thrust bearing plate.
8. Rotate rotor assembly and motor sheaves to equalize tension on both sides of sheaves and, if
needed, by pushing belts on one side or other, checking to determine there is equal tension
on both sides. .
9. Increase belt tension gradually by turning adjusting nuts and occasionally repeat Step 7 to
equalize tension on both sides.
10. Align match mark on rotor assembly sheave with match marks on belts.
11. Check level bubble position and adjust 1"-12 UNF nuts on thrust compensators as needed to
re-establish original bubble position.
12. Secure nuts on motor adjusting screw and 1"-12 UNF nuts on thrust compensators.
13. Re-check level bubble position. Repeat Step 10 and 11 as needed to re-establish original
bubble positions.
14. Remove machinist's level from rotor sheave and re-install four belt guard sections (Item 4).
CAUTION
During initial hours of operation, belts will stretch and must be re-tensioned.
Failure to re-tension could result in belts coming off during start-up or changes in load.
5.10 Hydraulic Cylinder/Stand Assembly Maintenance

Items in this procedure are found in Drawings 4 & 13, A005398_L & A005971_B.
The primary hydraulic cylinder maintenance is replacing Polypak seal (Item 7, Dwg. 13) when
leakage occurs at the top of cylinder when hydraulic cylinder is raised.
1. Remove motor (see Section 5.7.1 Motor Removal).
2. Remove bearing housing assembly (see Section 5.6.1 Bearing Assembly – Removal).
3. Raise and lower hydraulic cylinder to relieve pressure in hydraulic system.
WARNING!
When lifting radial arm, use suitable overhead lifting device.
4. Lock out and tag out all energy sources.

5. Rig nylon straps and four (4) shackles through holes provided in radial arm and to a lifting
device (see Figure 1, Lifting Points).
6. Remove four (4) 1"-8 UNC hex head cap screws, lock washers and flat washers (Items 36,
37 & 38, Dwg. 5), from radial arm.
7. Lift and remove radial arm (Item 3, Dwg. 5)
8. Remove eight (8) socket head cap screws, lock washers, piston wiper cover and piston wiper
(Items 13, 14, 4 & 27 Dwg. 13).
9. Remove and replace Polypak seal (Item 7, Dwg. 13).
10. Install new piston wiper and piston wiper cover with eight (8) socket head cap screws and
lock washers (Items 27, 13 & 14, Dwg. 13).
11. Remove lock-out and restore power to hydraulic system ONLY. Leave lock-outs and tag-
outs in place on all other power sources.
12. Bleed trapped air from hydraulic system (see Section 3.7 Hydraulic Cylinder).
13. Lift and re-install radial arm with four (4) 1"-8 UNC hex head cap screws, lock washers and
flat washers (Items 36, 37 & 38, Dwg. 5).
14. Remove nylon straps and four (4) shackles from radial arm.
15. Re-install bearing housing assembly (see Section 5.6.5 Bearing Assembly – Installation)
and couple rotor assembly (see Section 5.5.1 Rotor Coupling).
16. Re-install motor (see Section 5.7.2 Motor Installation).
SECTION 6 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Recommended preventive maintenance procedures given here are guidelines. Severity of service
and operating environment ultimately determine maintenance requirements for each application.
For easy access, a movable platform ladder should be used in maintenance operations.
WARNING!
Never stand on centrifuge housing and/or adjoining piping while working on centrifuge.
6.1 Routine Lubrication and Checks

These preventive maintenance schedules apply when centrifuge is in regular service.
Daily
Visually inspect for leaks and normal operation of centrifuge.
Shift
Verify that oil is dripping into bearings. Refill oil reservoirs as needed.
CAUTION
Lack of lubrication will cause bearing failure. If the FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge is to be
operated without an attendant, an oil drip rate monitor/alarm system with trip-out should be
installed.
Check for normal ammeter reading and unusual vibration. Vibration may indicate nozzle
plugging or some other problem.
CAUTION
If centrifuge is not attended continuously, use of vibration limit switches and electrical
overload alarms and shutdowns is recommended.
Weekly
* Check belt tension and tighten if loose (see Section 5.9 Belt Installation & Tension).
* Flush strainers on feed and wash lines at regular intervals, e.g., every half-hour of operation. A
drop in pressure across strainers or a reduced flow rate indicates the need to flush strainers.
When flushing, ensure sufficient feed flow rate is kept to ensure centrifuge does not run empty.
Monthly
* When unusually high amperage, vibration or poor separation occurs, centrifuge should be
scheduled for shutdown and maintenance.
* Inspect strainer screens for signs of wear and early failure. For strainers not supplied by Fluid-
Quip, refer to manuals supplied by other strainers' manufacturer(s)
* Inspect and lubricate motor support slides.
Annually
* Check motor bearing grease and change as needed, following motor manufacturer's
recommendations.
6.2 Quarterly Inspection

Rotor Assembly
Disassemble and clean rotor assembly if performance has been poor and flushing has not helped
(see Section 4.7 Centrifuge Cleaning).
* Disassemble and clean all parts
* Remove and replace all gaskets and O-rings
* Measure underflow discharge nozzles' outlets and replace if worn and/or out-of-spec.
Bearing Assembly
* Disassembly should not be performed unless there has been rough operation or bearing damage
due to over-heating.
NOTE: Vibration normally should be less than 3 mils, measured radially at bottom of
bearing assembly housing. If vibration amplitude is greater than 9 mils, bearing
assembly should be disassembled for inspection.
* Check thrust compensator for rubber fatigue or cracks and adjust belt tension as needed.
* After re-installing a cleaned rotor, check rotor clearances, belt tension, and clean rotary strainer
if there were signs of problems.
* Clean oilers and inspect oil hoses.
Housing Assembly
* Inspect feed inlet sleeves, return nozzle and aspirator for wear or damage.
* Reset housing clearances to rotor if required.
Drive Assembly
* V-belts should be checked for wear. Replace when necessary.
* Reset belt tension after rotor has been installed.
Stand and Hoist
* Drain accumulated water from bottom of hydraulic cylinder oil tank. Add oil as needed.
* Clean centrifuge area of all oil grease, process slurry or other contaminants.
Accessories
* Inspect strainer screens and repair or replace as needed.
* Check all nuts and bolts for tightness.
6.3 Annual Inspection & Maintenance

Rotor Assembly
If centrifuge has been operated at very high-speed and/or processed heavier slurries, inspect
rotors, measure and record rotor dimensions for deformation, abrasive wear or other
deformations. If excessive wear or rotor elongation is noted, measurements and marked
drawings and/or photos should be forwarded to Fluid-Quip Engineering.
With rotor shaft in place:
* Inspect for tightness of fit in hub
* Dress threads of shaft coupling
* Clean tapered seat in both upper and lower shaft
* Check fit of discs on disc holder and add disc(s) as needed to keep stack well compressed
Bearing Assembly
For installations and/or applications with extended operations with expensive down times, it may
be desirable to rebuild bearing assembly annually.
Vibro-isolators are often replaced on annual basis because of deterioration of the elastomer.
Thrust compensators bearing plates also may need to be replaced.
Housing Assembly
Follow quarterly inspection recommendations.
Drive Assembly
Follow quarterly inspection recommendations plus:
* Check motor, sheaves and belt alignment.
* Check sheave grooves for wear or damage. When sheaves are repaired or reworked,
dynamically balancing is required before reinstalling.
WARNING!
In re-working sheaves, NEVER install a system that will cause rotor speed in excess of
maximum speed indicated on the nameplate.
* Verify that belt cover is in good condition; repair or replace as needed.
* Calibrate ammeter.
* Validate alarm circuits.
* Check motor, sheaves and belt alignment.
Stand & Hydraulic cylinder
Follow quarterly inspection recommendations plus:
* Thoroughly clean centrifuge, auxiliary equipment, piping and immediate area.
* General good housekeeping should be practiced.
* Repaint, repair, or replace Items as needed.
* Check valves, strainers and controls.
Accessories
Inspect internal workings of strainers - scrapers, brushes, shaft, and packing.
SECTION 7 PARTS & SERVICE

For assistance, service, or ordering parts:
Fluid-Quip Inc. Phone: 937.324.0352
1940 S. Yellow Springs Street Fax: 937.324.0048
Springfield, OH 45506-3057 www.fluidquip.com
When ordering parts, include centrifuge model and serial number recorded on title page of this
manual and on centrifuge nameplate.
RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS

7.1 Bearing Housing Assembly (A005399_E, Sheet 1)
Qty in Recommended Part No. Description Item
Assembly Stock No.
1 2 004411 Plate, Thrust Compensator 1
1 1 004336 Key, Shaft, Upper, 36” Centrifuge 7
1 2 002117-N22 Lock Nut, Bearing (upper) 8
1 2 002118-W22 Lock Washer, Bearing (upper) 9
1 1 002120-015 Bearing, Roller, Cylindrical 11
1 2 001815-463 O-Ring, EPDM #463 12
1 1 002857 Spacer, Bearing Housing 15
1 1 002121-012 Bearing, Angular Ball, Set 16
1 2 004705 Bumper, Bearing Housing 21
1 2 005718 Gasket, Bearing Housing Bottom 22
1 1 003304-003 Nut, Lock, Shaft Coupling 26
1 2 003305-003 Nut, Jam, Shaft Coupling 27
1 1 004269 Shaft, Centrifuge, Upper, 36” 28
1 1 004331 Split Ring, Shaft Coupling 29
1 1 003303-003 Lock Ring, Shaft Coupling 30
1 2 005803 Lock Nut, Bearing 33
1 2 002118-W18 Lock Washer, Bearing 34
72 144 002851 Washer , Vibro Isolator (lg) 36
31 62 002850-002 Isolator, Vibro (sm) 37
36 72 002850 Isolator, Vibro (lg) 38
1 2 005085-001 Felt Strip 42
62 124 002851-002 Washer, Vibro-Isolator (sm) 43
1 1 A006055 Cooling Ring Assembly 44
1
16 16 126109 Hex Nut /2" -13, SS 45
1
8 8 151109 Flat Washer , /2", SS 46
5
3 3 152110 Lock Washer , /8”, 316 SS 47
7.2 Housing Assembly (A006968-22690)

Assembly Stock No.
1 2 005704 Gasket, Spill Outlet 46
1 2 001815-S41.6 O-Ring, EPDM, 47
41.6” ID x 0.275” thick
1 2 001815-387 O-Ring, EPDM, #387 50
1 2 001815-S42.9 O-Ring, EPDM, 55
42.9” ID x 0.275” thick
1 1 005950-003 Gasket, Cover, Inspection 66
1 1 A007312 Magnetic Speed Collar Assembly 68
1 1 007093-002 Sensor, Speed, Magnetic 69
1 1 007093-004 Cable, Shielded, Magnetic 70
7.3 Rotor Assembly (A006959-22690)

Assembly Stock No.
1 2 A007546_A Disc Stack, 2.5mm Bar,45 (see 1
Appendix A, Dwg. A0007546_A)
1 1 004438 Lower Shaft 14
30 60 004314-034 Nozzle, #34, 0.111” I.D. 15
1 1 005453 Lower Shaft Key 20
1 1 001815-463 O-ring, EDPM, #463 23
1 2 001815-171 O-Ring, EPDM #171 27
1 2 001815-282 O-Ring, EPDM #282 28
1 2 006964 Feedwell Key 29
1 8 001815-S27.5 O-Ring, EPDM 27.5” OD x Ø.210 30
1 2 001815-103-S13.5 O-Ring, EPDM 13.5”OD x Ø.103” 32
15 30 007163 Gasket, Nozzle, Discharge, Cover 41
1 2 001815-3.5x310- O-ring, EDPM, 42
METRIC Ø3.5mm x 310mm ID
1 2 001815-.210-S27.0 O-ring, EDPM, 27.0” OD x 43
Ø.210”
30 100 001182-001 O-ring, Nozzle NA
7.4 Drive Assembly (A005402-022690)

Assembly Stock No.
15 30 002595-029 Belts, Gripnotch, 5V2360 2
1 1 005434 Adjusting Screw 7
2 4 002849 Thrust Compensator 8
18 18 110405-005 Flat Head Screw, ¼”-20 UNC x ¾”Lg. 11
2 2 005436 Upper Wear Strip 12
6 8 914227 Grease Fitting 15
2 005440 Lower Wear Strip 17
2 2 157217 Nut, Hex, Acme Thrd, 1½”-4 18
2 2 151317 Washer, Flat, Brass, 1½” 19
1 1 005974 Thrust Bearing Plate 33
2 2 005725 Thrust Pin 34
1 1 006078 Stud, Thrust Adjusting, 1” UNF 37
1 2 127213-002 Nut, Hex, 1”-12 UNF, Zinc Plate,Gr8, CS 38
2 1 A005729 Bearing Feed Hose Assembly 46
1 2 A005730 Oiler Drain Hose Assembly 52
2 2 003619-003 ProbeSensor, Temperature, RTD 53
7.5 Stand/Hoist Assembly (A005398_L)

Assembly Stock No.
1 1 005411 Radial Guide Bushing 9
1 1 005415-002 Radial Guide Pin 17
1 1 005636-002 Assembly, Transmitter, Vibration, Long 57
1 1 005637-002 Vibration Transmitter Cable 58
7.6 Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly (A005971_B)

Assembly Stock No.
1 1 A005971-5 Hoist Bumper, 340x306x10 5
1 1 005241-002 Polypak Seal 7
5 5 A005971-8 Wear Ring, 25x3x957 8
1 1 A005971-10 O-ring, BUNA-N, 375x7 10
1 1 A005971-25 O-ring, BUNA-N, 475x7 25
1 1 A005971-27 Wiper Ring, 15x2x957 27
7.7 Lube System Assembly (A005898-022690_E)

Assembly Stock No.
-- -- 005898-002 Lubricator (complete) 1
1 1 002724-040 Lube Motor: 208-230/460V, --
50/60Hz, 3-Phase)
1 1 006073-001_A Fiber Optic Amplifier, 3
Panasonic FX-101P-CC2
1 1 006072 Fiber Optic Cable 4
Panasonic FD-FM2 M6
1 1 A005729-002 Oil Feed Line 12
1 1 A005730-002 Oil Drain Line 13
1 2 002588-004 Filter Element --
1 1 005097-sightglass Sight Glass --
7.8 Centrifuge Tools (A005696-002_A)

For tools and parts supplied by Fluid-Quip, Inc. for installation, operation and/or maintenance of
the FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge, see Drawing 14, Centrifuge Tools, A005696-002_A.
7.9 Scoop Assembly (A006971-002_C)

Assembly Stock No.
1 1 006973 Scoop 4
1 1 001815-017 O-ring, EPDM, #017 10
2 2 001815-233 O-ring, EPDM, #233 17
SECTION 8 CENTRIFUGE SPECIFICATIONS (AS-SUPPLIED)

Model: FQC-950M-BF
Application: Light Phase Separation Description: Triton 3-Phase, Disc-Nozzle
FQ Order No.: 22690-02 Shipping Date: June 2015
Customer: SJC Bioenergia Customer P.O. No: Per Contract
Serial No.: 14CF3316 Assembly Drawing No.: A007094
Rotor Size/Speed Fluid-Quip PN
Nozzle Diameter 0.111” (2.819mm) I.D. 004314-034
Speed 2900 RPM
Maximum Speed 2900 RPM
Disc Stack A007546_A-14CF3316 Quantity Fluid-Quip PN

Top 3 006962-008
* Qty. does not include 2 spares
*58 006962-002
shipped with centrifuge
3 006962-008
Bottom 1 006962-012
Total: 65*
Housing Size Fluid-Quip PN

Feed Nozzle Diameter 3.0” 004547-007
Aspirator Dia. no
Wash Pipe Dia. no
Drive Size Fluid-Quip PN

Motor 350 HP (221 kW) Customer supplied
Volts/Hz
NEMA Frame 586/7TCZ
Motor Sheave Diameter 15.434” (392.024mm) 006008
Rotor Sheave Diameter 9.5” (241.3mm) 005435
Belt Size (15 belts) 5V2360 002595-029
Appendix A – Reference Materials
APPENDIX A – REFERENCE MATERIALS
OEM Manuals & Data Sheets

These OEM materials are available as PDF document files from Fluid-Quip, Inc. upon request.
Items marked with * were shipped with FQC-950M-BF centrifuge.
Hydraulic Power Unit
*Scott Custom Power Unit, Installation, Startup & Maintenance Manual
A005328-012 manual.pdf
Oil Lubrication System
Bijur V5W Lubricator Bijur 35771_B_LUB_V5W_DS-R0_07-13.pdf
*OMRON Digital Fiber Sensor E3X-DA-S Amplifier, Instruction Sheet 1636620-4D
OMRON Instruction Sheet E3X-DA_AN-S_INST-7950293-0C1.pdf
OMRON Digital Fiber Sensor E3X-DA-S, Specifications & Operating Procedure
OMRON Operating Procedure e3x-da-s_ca_csm2196.pdf
SUN-X Digital Fiber Sensor, FX 100 Series (Catalog No. CE-FX100-10 January, 2007)
fx-100-catalog.pdf
Speed Sensor
Pepperl Fuchs, Special Application Sensors P+F magnetic sensors.pdf
Temperature Sensor
Endress+Hauser RTD Temperature Sensor: Endress Hauser RTDs.pdf
Vibration Transmitter
* Robertshaw Model 570B Series Vibration Sensor Specs
Robertshaw Model 570B Series Vibration Sensor 98549 Rev J.2 7_10.pdf
RobertShaw Vibration Transmitter Product Specification (140_570B_Q-4166 Sep 14)
Robertshaw Product Specification Model 570B S140_570B Q-4166 Sep 14.pdf
Rotor Stand
Fluid-Quip Rotor Stands are designed to facilitate safe movement and stability of centrifuge
rotors during disassembly and maintenance.
- Manual gear drive rotates support ring through 360°, allowing easy access to all sides of rotor
- Index wheel with quick-release safety pin secures rotor at increments of 45° rotation
- Eight bowl supports with quick-release safety pins fully secure rotor in support ring
- Torque tensioner to adjust free-play in support ring rotation
- Wide footprint with low center of gravity to prevent tip-over
Figure 6. Fluid-Quip Rotor Stand
FQC-950 Nozzle Flow Rates vs. Nozzle Sizes
Figure 7. FQC-950 Nozzle Flow Rates vs. Nozzle Sizes
FQC-950T Disc-Nozzle Centrifuge Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Appendix B – Reference Drawings
APPENDIX B - REFERENCE DRAWINGS

The drawings listed below appear on the following pages.
Drawing # Rev
Drawing 1 Centrifuge Assembly A007094
Drawing 2 Outline/Installation FQC-950M-BF SJC7094_B, Sht. 1 B
Drawing 3 Outline/Installation FQC-950M-BF SJC7094_B, Sht. 2 B
Drawing 4 Stand/Hoist Assembly A005398 L
Drawing 5 Bearing Housing Assembly A005399, Sht. 1 E
Drawing 6 Bearing Housing Assembly A005399, Sht. 2 E
Drawing 7 Housing Assembly A006968-22690
Drawing 8 Rotor Assembly A006959-22690
Drawing 9 Drive Assembly A005402-022690
Drawing 10 Underflow Volute Assembly A005932-002 A
Drawing 11 Disc Tool Compression Assembly A005336 C
Drawing 12 Recommended Piping A005373-006
Drawing 13 Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly A005971 B
Drawing 14 Tools Assembly, FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge A005696-002 A
Drawing 15 Recirculating Lubrication System Assembly A005898-022690 E
Drawing 16 Blower Assembly A006726-006
NOTE: Drawing A006726-006 to be replaced by A006726-008 when available
Drawing 17 Scoop Assembly A006971-002 C
Drawing 18 Gear Box Assembly A006979
Drawing 19 Disc Stack A007546-14CF3316 A
Drawing 20 Drip Feed Oiler Assembly A006499 B
Drawing 21 Rotor and Hub Assembly A007123-004_S1
Appendix B – Reference Drawings
FQC-950M-BF Triton Disc-Nozzle Centrifuge Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual APPENDIX B – REFERENCE DRAWINGS
Drawing 1. Centrifuge Assembly, A007094
Drawing 2. Outline/Installation FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge, SJC7094_B, Sheet 1
Drawing 3. Outline/Installation FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge, SJC7094_B, Sheet 2
Drawing 4. Stand/Hoist Assembly, A005398_L
Drawing 5. Bearing Housing Assembly, A005399_E, Sht. 1
Drawing 6. Bearing Housing Assembly, A005399_E, Sht. 2
Drawing 7. Housing Assembly, A006968-22690
Drawing 8. Rotor Assembly, A006959-22690
Drawing 9. Drive Assembly, A005402-022690
Drawing 10. Underflow Volute Assembly, A005932-002_A
Drawing 11. Disc Tool Compression Assembly, A005336_C
Drawing 12. Recommended Piping, A005373-006
Drawing 13. Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly, A005971_B
Drawing 14. Tools Assembly, FQC-950M-BF Centrifuge, A005696-002_A
Drawing 15. Recirculating Lubrication System Assembly, A005898-022690_E
Drawing 16. Blower Assembly, A006726-006 NOTE: Drawing A006726-006 to be replaced by A006726-008 when available
Drawing 17. Scoop Assembly, A006971-002_C
Drawing 18. Gear Box Assembly, A006979
Drawing 19. Disc Stack, A007546-14CF3316_A
Drawing 20. Drip Feed Oiler Assembly, A006499_B
Drawing 21. Rotor and Hub Assembly, Dwg. A007123-004_S1

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Installation, Operation &

Application: Dry-Grind Ethanol

1940 S. Yellow Springs St.

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4.5 Emergency Shutdown ..................................................................................... 21

5.9 Belt Installation & Tension ............................................................................. 54

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1.1 Design Features

1.2 General Specifications

Dimensions see Appendix B, Drawing 2, Outline/Installation

SECTION 2 OPERATION, SAFETY & STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

2.1 Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures

2.2 Operation & Safety Recommendations

2.3 Storage Recommendations

3.1 Noise Protection

3.2 Space Requirements

3.3 Service Crane

Figure 1. Lifting Points

3.6.1 Starter Requirements

3.6.2 Monitor Panel Recommendation

3.6.4 Wiring Specifications

3.7 Hydraulic Cylinder System – Filling & Bleeding

Hydraulic System Filling and Bleeding

3.8 Leveling Centrifuge

3.9 Drive Motor

3.10 Rotor Assembly

3.10.1 Rotor Assembly Inspection

3.10.2 Rotor Assembly Installation

3.10.3 Bearing Assembly Lubrication – Drip Feed Oilers

4.1 Separation Principle & Process

Figure 2. Triton Centrifuge Process

4.2 Operational Safety

CAUTION! If centrifuge is to operate unattended, an alarm system must be installed and a

4.2.1 Rotor Imbalance

4.2.2 Oversized Particles

4.4 Shutdown – Normal

1. Open flush water valve.

4.5 Emergency Shutdown

1. TURN OFF power to motor immediately, as soon as condition is noted.

Gyration – Excess Spillage

4.7 Centrifuge Cleaning

4.7.1 Half-Speed Flush

1. Lock out and tag out all power sources.

17. Replace side inspection cover on underflow volute.

4.7.2 Full-Speed Flush

4.7.3 In-Line Cleaning

5.1 Nozzles – Removal & Cleaning

5.2 Rotor Assembly – Uncoupling & Removal

5.3 Rotor Disassembly

5.3.2 Rotor Cover & Cover Adapter Removal

5.3.3 Disc Stack Removal

1. Insert disc removal tools on opposite sides of center portion of disc.

5.3.4 Disc Holder Removal

5.3.5 Rotor Unit – Lift & Invert

Figure 3. Hoist Ring Assembly

5.3.6 Return Impeller Removal

5.3.7 Shaft Removal

5.3.8 Cleaning Housing & Rotor

5.4 Rotor Reassembly

5.4.2 Return Pump & Impeller Installation

5.4.3 Hub Clamping Ring & Clamping Disc Installation

5.4.4 Match Mark Calibration: Rotor Bowl & Lock Ring

FQC-950M-BF - Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual - 2015

FQC-950M-BF - Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual - 2015