DTDC ATEX IOM Rev C

INSTALLATION, OPERATING,
AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
DESOLVENTISER –TOASTER –
DRYER -COOLER (DTDC)
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Revision Remarks Compiled by Issue date

Updated for changes to
C R. Holland 25 June 2010
Machinery Directive
Waterside Park, Livingstone Road, Hessle, East Yorkshire. HU13 0EG United Kingdom.
Tel: 00 44 1482 640099, Fax: 00 44 1482 649194, E-Mail: sales@europacrown.com
CONTENTS PAGE
1.0 Warning signs 1

2.0 Identification plate 3
3.0 Caution 4
4.0 Safety Action 5
5.0 Intended Use 7
6.0 Fire Fighting Equipment 8
7.0 General Description of Crown Counterflow (DTDC) 9
Desolventiser – Toaster – Dryer - Cooler
8.0 Description of hazards 14
9.0 CE Marking Compliance Instructions 16
10.0 Transportation and storage 18
11.0 Foundations 19
12.0 Installation instructions 20
13.0 Commissioning 26
14.0 Start up, operation and shut down 28
15.0 Purging and degassing 33
16.0 Recommended maintenance 34
17.0 Emergency procedures 37
18.0 Cleaning 39
19.0 Trouble shooting 40
20.0 Recommendations for instruments, control panel and control system 43
21.0 Noise 44
22.0 Dismantle of DTDC 45
1.0 WARNING SIGNS
The following warning signs will be displayed on the DTDC (Desolventiser-Toaster-Dryer-Cooler)
vessel to warn any person working on the unit during installation, operation or maintenance of the
hazards with the DTDC.
Symbol 1 – Positioned on the DTDC rotary valve guard(s) warning personnel not to operate the rotary
valve(s) with the guard removed
Symbol 2 – Positioned on the DTDC manholes warning personnel do not open / enter the DTDC unless
authorised. Removal of the DTDC manholes can lead to several hazards – these include access to
moving parts, solvent into atmosphere which may cause explosive atmosphere, lack of oxygen in
vessel, temperature in vessel may not be suitable for vessel entry.
Symbol 3 – Positioned on the DTDC and DTDC rotary valve motors warning of electrical shock.
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Symbol 4 – Positioned close to the Manholes and other hot parts of the DTDC which have not been
insulated.
Symbol 5 – Positioned close to the DC cleanouts to advise that the chambers must be checked and
cleaned periodically.
NOTE
1. Refer to DTDC drive manual for explanation of symbols on the DTDC drive unit.
2. It is also mandatory for the end user to install a symbol at all entrances to the plant to highlight
to personnel that they are entering an area which may contain an explosive atmosphere. Below is a
typical symbol.
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2.0 IDENTIFICATION PLATE
The identification plate is mounted on the Desolventiser-Toaster-Dryer- Cooler (DTDC). The
following information is displayed:-
Designer: Europe Crown Ltd

Manufacturer: XXXXXX
Serial Number 52013.01-XXXX
Year Built XXXX
Equipment type DTDC - X stage by X m diameter
Classification: CE (Ex) IIA 2G / 3D c T3
Ambient temperature -40 deg C ≤ TA ≤ +85 deg C
Mass XXXXX kg
Technical File reference: 05XT203
NOTE:
The areas highlighted with an X are specific to each individual unit.
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3.0 CAUTION
SUPERVISION AND TRAINING
Solvent extraction plant management and supervisors are responsible for training operating personnel
in proper safety procedures, maintenance, and operation of the solvent extraction equipment. They are
also responsible for limiting access to potentially hazardous equipment and process areas to those who
have appropriate training.
MECHANICAL INJURY PREVENTION
Operators must be familiar with the purpose, operating characteristics, interface with associated
equipment, and mechanical hazards involved before operating this equipment. They must observe all
plant and equipment safety precautions to avoid injury - and to avoid damage to the equipment itself.
Follow proper electrical isolation procedures!
FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION
Solvent extraction equipment and systems present fire and explosion hazards which must be
understood and guarded against. It is of utmost importance that these hazards be avoided, and this
requires a consistent effort of all plant personnel, both during operation and during shutdown or
downtime.
CHEMICAL INJURY OR DISORIENTATION
Many extraction solvents in common use, including hexane, can have an effect on health and safety.
They can have long term effects from prolonged exposure. They can also cause rapid disorientation or
serious harm to the individual if inhaled or swallowed. The operator must follow appropriate health
and safety guidelines, for the solvent and other chemicals in use, at all times.
VERIFY AND ADAPT INFORMATION
The information in this manual is presented in a general, descriptive format. The equipment described
may not be identical in details, sizes, dimensions, or flow rates to the equipment provided. Specific
conditions often necessitate altered procedures. The Crown Iron Works drawings for your equipment
must be studied along with this manual to verify the information provided and adapt this information
for use in your plant.
ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION
Any work carried out on electrical equipment, should be carried out by suitably qualified personnel. A
safe system of work must be adopted by Solvent Extraction Plant Managers and Supervisors. Permit to
work and electrical isolation procedures must be adhered to at all times when carrying out inspection
and maintenance work on electrical equipment.
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4.0 Safety Action
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE FOLLOWING SAFTEY WARNINGS ARE STUDIED BY ALL
APPROPRIATE PERSONNEL PRIOR TO ANY WORK (INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR
MAINTENANCE) IS CARRIED OUT ON THE DTDC.
1. Prevent excessive external pipe load on all vessel connections. The vessels flanges should not
be used to support pipework
2. Provide insulation, where possible, for surfaces which are hot during operation.
3. No maintenance work should be carried out while unit is not electrically isolated. Do not enter
the DTDC unless all drives are electrically isolated (using proper “lockout” procedures); this
includes the drives for the transfer equipment to and from the DTDC.
4. Do not run a machine with the guards removed.
5. Prior to vessel entry all confined areas should be checked out with special attention given to
the internal vessel temperature, oxygen and hexane content of the atmosphere, and electrical
isolation (lockout procedures).
6. Do not enter the vessel unless all the direct steam connections are suitably blanked and liquid
or vapour lines isolated where necessary.
7. Do not enter the vessel unless all the air lines to the gate cylinders are suitably blanked and
isolated.
8. Do not enter the vessel without a experienced person situated outside of the vessel
9. Do not operator or carry out any maintenance on the vessel without reading the operating
manual.
10. Only suitable spare parts should be used
11. Each machine (including the DTDC) and all electrical equipment should be suitably earthed
(or electrically “grounded”) to protect against build-up of electrostatic charges and prevent
discharges. All connecting pipework, ducts, and major flanges within the machine should be
electrically conductive or bonded. Special consideration should be given to potential
insulators such as rubber or plastic hoses. The integrity of the earthing system must be
properly maintained and checked on a regular basis.
12. Ensure correct lubrication – using food grade lubricants for any points which may lead to the
lubricant entering the inside of the DTDC.
13. The DTDC main drive and rotary valve drive(s) should be checked for rotation, with special
attention to inverter settings to prevent reverse rotation.
14. Access must be provided to maintenance points, sight glasses and manholes
15. The Control system should be designed so that the unit can only be started by voluntary
(human) action; this includes recovering from a power loss situation.
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16. The control logic must be designed to ensure there are no additional hazards.
17. During installation and maintenance there is a hazard of trapping of extremities between
extractor parts.
18. The DTDC is situated in a designated zoned area and any electrical equipment (portable or
fixed) should be certified to work within the designated zone.
19. It is strongly recommended that anti-slip flooring be installed around the DTDC.
20. It is essential that the sight glasses on the DC should NEVER be cleaned with a dry cloth
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5.0 INTENDED USE
The DTDC is intended to be used for the removal of hexane or ethanol solvents from suitable prepared
and extracted oil bearing material. The following oil bearing materials are suitable for use within the
DTDC:-
Soya beans
Sunflower seeds
Rapeseed
Cottonseed
If the intended use of the DTDC is for the removal of alternative solvents or the solvent is to be
removed from alternative oil bearing material then contact Crown for advice before beginning
operation.
In addition, if the intention is to change the type of solvent or oil bearing material that the DTDC was
originally supplied for and although the product may be highlighted above it is still necessary to contact
the Crown to confirm that supplied unit is suitable for use with the new material.
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6.0 FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the environment where the DTDC is installed should have the following fire
fighting equipment as a minimum:-
1. Deluge / water spray system installed in accordance with local regulations.
2. Fire extinguishers including extinguishers for electrical fires
3. Fire hydrants and hoses.
4. Fire blankets
5. Emergency showers
6. Breathing apparatus.
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7.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CROWN COUNTERFLOW
DESOLVENTISER-TOASTER (DTDC)
GENERAL FEATURES
In the solvent extraction of oilseed flakes, the spent or freshly extracted flakes come from the extractor
with approximately 30% solvent content. The Crown Desolventiser-Toaster-Dryer-Cooler (DTDC) is
designed to remove this solvent by live steam evaporation, to condition and cook the meal, and to dry
and cool the meal to produce a meal with the desired characteristics for sale and storage.
The DTDC consists of a vertical series of kettles arranged so that the meal can flow successively from
the top kettle through the intermediate kettles to the bottom kettle. In each kettle the bed of meal is
agitated by rotating sweep arms which extend from a common central shaft. One optional type of
DTDC is called the “all rotary valve DTDC” and has a special rotary valve on each major tray to
convey the meal downwards from each kettle to the next and out from the DT to the DC section. The
other common optional DTDC is called a “chute type DTDC” and utilizes open chutes (with gates
typically used only for start up or shutdown) to convey meal down from each kettle to the next, and one
special rotary valve at the bottom to convey the meal out of the DT section and into the DC.
ALL ROTARY VALVE DTDC, LEVEL CONTROL
In the simplest system involving only one kettle, a rotary valve is positioned below the tray, meal is
spread out in a bed on top of the tray, and a paddle with a level control is mounted above the meal. As
meal is introduced from a conveyor or tray above, the rotary valve below runs slowly enough to raise
the meal level in the kettle above it until it contacts the paddle. This paddle actuates an automatic
control to continually readjust rotary valve speed to that needed to maintain proper bed depth. Manual
speed control may also be used, especially during start-up or shut-down.
In the “all rotary valve DTDC” the major trays all have this simple system, resulting in each tray
individually adjusting for optimum meal level.
CHUTE TYPE DTDC, LEVEL CONTROL
In this type of DTDC the major desolventising and toasting trays have open chutes extending down
from each tray, and only the sparge tray at the bottom of the DT section has a rotary valve. This single
rotary valve acts as an airlock to provide a degree of separation between the desolventising system
above it and the DC air system below. The flow of meal downwards and level of meal in the upper
trays are all controlled by the length of these chutes. When the meal below a chute is up to the rim of
the chute above, the down flow is almost stopped. When the meal below is very shallow and far below
the chute rim, the chute is almost empty and the down flow is very fast.
In normal operation, equilibrium is maintained so that the top tray meal depth is as desired, the meal
below each chute is at the correct depth to allow the exact tonnage desired to flow down the chutes, and
the speed of the rotary valve is correct to remove the exact tonnage.
Plant flow is never steady, however, so there is an automatic system to adjust these flows in normal
operation. The rotary valve speed is automatically adjusted by a level sensor measuring the depth of
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meal on the top main desolventising tray. If, for example, this top level rises, the bottom rotary valve
will increase speed to remove meal at a faster rate. This will drop the level of meal above and increase
the down flow of meal from the chute above that. Soon thereafter the level of meal above that chute
will be reduced and the down flow of the next chute up will increase. This process occurs in each tray
up until the top meal level drops. Then the level sensor will reduce the speed of the bottom rotary
valve until a new equilibrium is established, with all flowrates at the new and higher capacity.
In most chute DTDC units each chute also has a gates which is used for startup and shutdown. These
are usually pneumatically operated. They are closed as the DT fills and then manually opened when
each tray fills. In this way the DT fills from the top to the bottom.
DESOLVENTISING
In the DTDC, solvent-laden spent flakes from the extractor enter the top tray. Steam is usually injected
through hundreds of small holes drilled in the top surface of the bottom or next to bottom tray,
providing efficient distribution of the steam required. This steam, along with evaporated moisture from
the meal and traces of solvent, passes upwards through each successive tray and meal bed through
numerous hollow stay bolts. This fully counter flow arrangement provides a very efficient contact of
the meal with the steam. Since the solvent in the spent flakes boils at a lower temperature than the
condensing temperature of the steam, it is almost entirely vapourised in the top tray. In vapourising the
solvent, most of the steam is condensed in the meal, uniformly raising the moisture content to the
optimum level to begin the "toasting" operation, which follows.
TOASTING
In the lower part of this top tray meal bed, the temperature of the desolventiser meal is increased, then
held constant, by the passage of superheated sparge steam. This produces "toasting" action in the lower
zone under optimum conditions for the production of high quality meal. In addition to toasting, which
destroys the undesirable enzyme activity in certain meals, this heat also serves to slightly reduce the
moisture content of the meal.
VAPOUR RECOVERY SYSTEM (VRS) TRAY
In some DT’s the bottom tray (below the sparge steam tray) is a VRS tray. A steam ejector is used to
keep this tray under a slight pressure (1-2 inches of water above the tray below it or above atmospheric
pressure if there is no DC) and the vapours are injected into one of the trays above. It is very important
that this tray be kept under a slight pressure; vacuum will pull in air and result in rapid rusting and
corrosion of this tray.
DRYING
Desolventiser and toasted meal is introduced to the drying section by the rotary valve above it. As this
wet, hot meal proceeds downwards, heated air is injected through holes in the dryer section tray,
proceeding upwards or counter-current to the meal. The heat in meal and air combine to evaporate
moisture from the meal very efficiently. At the same time, meal is cooled significantly
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COOLING
Dried meal is treated with cool air in the cooler, in similar counter-current fashion to the dryer, cooling
the meal to approximately ambient air temperatures prior to discharge from the DTDC.
VAPOUR WASH
Vapours from the desolventising and toasting processes, mostly solvent and steam, are often used as a
source of heat in the distillation of miscella. These vapours must be free of dust which would
contaminate the distillation heat exchangers; consequently, the Crown DTDC often includes a "vapour
wash" to remove these particles. Vapours pass through a duct from the DTDC top and enter the
cone-shaped vapour wash at a tangent to create a swirl. A fine mist of solvent is sprayed into this
swirl; this solvent collects on solid particles making them heavier, and the centrifugal force throws
them outward to the walls of the cone. The solvent washes the collected particles down and into the
DTDC top tray. DTDC's which do not have the cyclone type vapour wash, usually have a solvent
spray in the dome to wet down any fine dust present.
DTDC SHELL
The typical shell is one piece, welded, 3/8" (10 mm) thick steel (some shells are shipped in two or more
sections and require field welding). This provides a leak proof, rugged, easy to insulate exterior.
Each kettle is provided with a round, access manhole. The round, centre-loaded design ensures
uniform contact pressure on the rubber sealing gasket. Long-life graphited-bronze radial bearings are
provided on each of the trays to hold the main shaft in alignment. Shaft weight is taken by the gearbox.
TRAYS
The trays are fabricated with 3/4" (19 mm) or thicker major plates and welded staybolts. –The
DTDC’s consist of the following configuration of trays:-
Pre-desolventising trays / basket trays – various quantities

Desolventising trays / Schmacher trays - various quantities
Sparge tray - 1 tray
(VRS tray - optional)
Dryer trays – various quantities
Cooler trays – usually 1
(I) PRE DESOLVENTISING TRAYS
This type of tray is a steam heated pressure vessel which does not extend to the side of the
DTDC and the trays have sides to contain the meal. They trays do not have any holes to
allow steam / solvent vapour to pass through. The transfer from 1 tray to the next is via
holes in the tray, the size of which can be adjusted by the removal / addition of tray plugs.
(II) DESOLVENTISING TRAYS
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This type of tray is a steam heated pressure vessel which extends the full diameter of the
DTDC. The trays contain many holes which steam / solvent vapour pass counter currently
through and into the meal. The meal transfer from 1 tray to the next is possible through
various methods:-
(a) Gate system without level control.

(b) Gate system complete with level control.
(c) Rotary valves complete with level control
Gate system without level control.
The pneumatic cylinder connected to the gate is shut prior to start up and is opened by the
operator when a level is obtained in the tray. Once open the gate can only be closed when
the tray is empty. The level is self regulating.
Gate system complete with level control.
The pneumatic cylinder connected to the gate receives a signal from the tray level
transmitter which ensures regulation of the level by opening and closing of the
cylinder/gate
Rotary valves complete with level control
The rotary valve receives a signal from the tray level transmitter which controls the level
by adjustment of the speed of the rotary valve.
(III) SPARGE TRAYS
The sparge tray extends the full diameter of the DTDC and the tray contains a huge
number of small holes in which live steam is injected. The meal transfer from the sparge
tray to the DC top tray is via a rotary valve which receives a signal from a level
transmitter either in the sparge tray or the top DT tray depending on the method of meal
transfer through the desolventising tray gates.
(IV) VRS TRAY
In some instances a VRS tray is employed and situated underneath the sparge tray and
above the top DC tray. The VRS tray is a steam heated pressure vessel and extends the
full diameter of the DTDC and the does not contain any holes. The meal transfer from the
VRS tray to the DC top tray is via a rotary valve which receives a signal from a level
transmitter above the meal of the VRS tray.
(V) DRYING TRAY
The drying trays extend the full diameter of the DTDC and the trays contain a huge
number of small holes in which hot air passes through to dry the meal. The meal transfer
from the drying tray is through a gate mechanism which ensures the level in the tray is
fixed. The gate mechanism must be manually lifted to empty the tray.
(VI) COOLING TRAY
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The cooling tray is the same construction and as the drying tray except the air passing
through the tray holes is not heated.
SAFETY FEATURES OF THE DTDC
The safety features of the DTDC are highlighted below:-
1. The DT portion has the facility to add steam via either the sparge steam or the snuff steam to
ensure removal of air and reduce the chance of explosion.
2. The surface of the sweep arms that may come in contact with the tray surface are plated in
stainless steel which will inhibit sparks in the case of metal to metal contact.
3. It is necessary for the pre-desolventising trays and the desolventising trays are protected against
over pressure by a suitable sized relief device.
4. The steam line prior to the sparge steam tray injection should be protected with a safety relief
device prevent over pressure due to tray blockages
5. Recommendations on safety instruments and interlocks are highlighted in section 20
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8.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE HAZARDS
HEXANE INTO ATMOSPHERE
The DTDC is designed to run with the top of the vessel under a small vacuum (typically 25 mm water
gauge) and when this occurs any potential leak points will suck air in rather than leak hexane out. It is
advised that if hexane is noticed then the leak should be identified and repaired.
However, during operation changes can occur and may lead to the top of the DTDC being pressurised
(which may force excessive solvent vapour volume back through conveyors to the extractor) or the
entire DTDC having an excessive internal pressure. To avoid the DTDC being under significant
pressure it is essential that the duct from the DTDC contains no means of isolation, for example a
valve. It is also essential that plant systems be designed to sense and correct an overpressure situation.
IGNITION SOURCES IN THE ATMOSPHERE
The DTDC drive is certified to ATEX regulations, Gas group IIA and temperature rating T3 and
therefore suitable for working in a hazardous area containing hexane. All flanged parts of the DTDC
must be bonded together to prevent electrostatic discharge. Details of installation and earthing
(grounding) the DTDC are given in section 12.0. It is important that the integrity of the earthing system
is checked before initial start up and the integrity of the system is maintained and checked regularly.
Also, it is essential that the sight glasses on the DC should NEVER be cleaned with a dry cloth
In addition it is important that there are no other ignition sources within the plant and we advise that the
following points be carried out:-
• All electrical equipment must be suitable for working in a hexane environment and ATEX
certified to the designated zone
• All items within the solvent plant should be bonded together to prevent electrostatic discharge.
• The plant should have a suitable lightning conductor.
• The DTDC drive should be installed correctly with particular attention to the following :-
a) Explosion proof glands are used in the electrical system and they are installed correctly,
including gland plugs. Certified explosion proof plugs must be used in unused gland
holes.
b) Motor glands plates are adequately attached and not damaged.
• Operators are trained adequately in safe working practises in hazardous area in terms of
clothing, personnel protective equipment, electrical equipment and tools. Any hot work which
has taken place outside the hazardous area must not be introduced into the hazardous area until
it has been sufficiently cooled.
• Warning signs should be displayed informing personnel of the hazardous area.
AIR PRESENT IN THE DTDC
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Air in the DTDC is only a hazard if it is in the concentration of hexane which falls within its explosive
limits. In normal operation the DT portion of the vessel is running with a steam and hexane vapour at a
temperature in excess of 61 deg C and under these conditions the air has been evacuated and any small
leaks into the DT portion will not cause the concentration to fall within the explosion limits of hexane.
The meal that enters the DC section has had solvent removed, as long as the temperature in the DT
trays is at the correct temperature. A temperature switch should be installed in the lowest Schmacher
desolventising tray which is interlocked with the DTDC rotary valve to prevent cold meal entering the
DC section.
On start up sparge steam should be put into the DT section to drive the air from the DT section (see
start up, operation and shutdown instructions).
In addition, to prevent air entering the DT section it is recommended that prior to initially start up of
the DTDC it should be pressure tested and leaks repaired. The pressure test should be repeated
annually.
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9.0 CE MARKING COMPLIANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The DTDC is supplied as one piece of equipment incorporated into a complete solvent extraction plant
and to ensure compliance with the ATEX Directive it is responsibility of the installation and operating
personnel to ensure that the following additional points, which are not directly related to the DTDC, are
addressed prior to start up of the extraction plant:-
1. Ensure a zoning and explosion risk assessment has been completed of the work to comply
with ATEX worker directive 1992/92/EC.
2. Ensure an assessment of the risks of explosion in connected plant and install explosion
protection devices has been carried out.
3. Ensure a permit to work system is in operation.
4. Ensure personnel are provided with and wearing personal protective equipment where
necessary.
5. Ensure access platforms are provided which conform to EN 14122 where access for operation
and regular maintenance is required and access platforms are provide with anti-slip flooring.
Provide adequate temporary means of access during installation.
6. Ensure that materials of construction used by the installer have the following properties:
a. Antistatic and Non-conductive surface coatings should have a maximum thickness of
2mm.
b. Light metals should not contain more than 7.5% magnesium.
c. Conductive parts should be earth bonded (grounded).
7. Ensure provide suitable over-current protection on all motors.
8. Ensure an emergency stop system is provided
9. Ensure adequate lighting is provided
10. Ensure the control system conforms to EN 60204-1 to prevent unauthorised, unintentional
starting or spontaneous restarting after failure of the energy supply.
11. Ensure that instruments are ATEX certified to the designated zone.
12. Ensure that “Ex” warning signs are positioned at the entry points to the hazardous area.
13. Ensure that there is adequate protection against fluctuations and loss of services, i.e. steam,
water, power and compressed air.
In addition, if not listed on the Declaration of conformity then it is the responsibility of the end user to
ensure conformance with any outstanding essential health and safety requirements of the machinery
directive, these are listed below:-
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1. The DTDC is supplied without ambient lighting so the essential health and safety
requirements concerning lighting are not fulfilled.
2. The DTDC is supplied without a dedicated work station so the essential health and safety
requirements surrounding the ergonomics, the location including seating arrangements of the
operating station are not fulfilled.
3. Similarly, in general the DTDC is supplied without a control system so the essential health
and safety requirements are not met in the area of control systems, which includes control
devices, starting/stopping of the machine and emergency stopping.
4. A suitable confined entry permit system must be in place to eliminate the opportunity of
personnel becoming trapped in the machine and eliminate the other hazards associated with
entering confined spaces.
5. The equipment is connected to energy supplies which are not electrical (i.e steam and
compressed air) and isolation systems are required for these systems so the risks cannot be
eliminated.
6. The risks associated with moving parts cannot be eliminated because when the unit is fully
assembled the main solids inlet and the solid outlet remain open.
7. As the DTDC is usually installed indoors and is never the highest point in the building no
provision has been made for protection against lightning. However it is essential that there is
adequate protection against lightning within the process plant.
8. Although the DTDC is usual supplied with recommendations on the position of platforms to
allow safe access to the operating devices, we do not supply these platforms so are unable to
conform to this essential health and safety requirement.
9. It is not intended that the DTDC is used as a platform and if access is required on to the
machine then a suitable means of access would need to be erected.
10. As the machine is shipped in multiple items and should be insulated prior to putting into
operation the warning labels are not supplied attached to the machine, however these should
be attached prior to putting the machine into operation.
11. The DTDC is supplied without an electrical supply or cables connected so it does not comply
with the essential health and safety requirements concerned with the electrical supply
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10.0 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
TRANSPORTATION
The following points should be noted with regard to the shipping of the DTDC and associated
equipment.
1. The DTDC is usually shipped in sections and ancillary items supplied in containers.
2. Each of the major DTDC sections are complete with lifting attachments.
3. All attached nozzles with flanges are fitted with blanks made from thick wood. Threaded
connections are plugged with shipping plugs.
4. All major sections are supplied showing gross and net weights. If not supplied section
assembly drawings are available on request to confirm overall weights and dimensions.
LONG TERM STORAGE
If the DTDC is to under go long term storage then it is recommended that all openings are checked to
confirm they are sealed with suitable weatherproof materials. It is advantageous that the vessel is stored
inside and should be covered with suitable materials to protect against the elements. It is recommended
that the inside of the main sections are coated with vegetable oil.
Refer to the drive manufacturer’s manual for long term storage recommendations for the drive.
After long term storage it is recommended that all gaskets are replaced prior to putting the unit into
operation and all the bearings if installed on the gates should be checked and replaced if necessary.
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11.0 FOUNDATIONS
The DTDC drive and the DTDC legs are the only parts which rest on foundations. Prior to installation
of the DTDC the following points should be considered:-
1. As the equipment is very heavy, it is necessary to have strong foundations to avoid any
twisting.
2. The vessel should be installed on the ground floor.
3. For each unit supplied specific details are supplied for the DTDC loadings and foundations
bolt details
4. Once the quality of the foundations and the dimensions of the foundations for the DTDC main
vessel and drive and have been checked and passed as acceptable for flatness the DTDC legs,
attached to the bottom section, can be placed on the foundations (see Installation instructions).
At a later stage the DTDC drive can be placed on the foundations. (See Installation
instructions).
5. Once the DTDC installation is complete the foundation bolts should be checked for tightness
once more and then grouted in.
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12.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ALL LIFTS SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL WITH CERTIFIED
LIFTING EQUIPEMNT
ALL INSTALLATION WORK SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL.
WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN ENTERING CONFINED SPACES.
WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN DURING INSTALLATION AS THERE IS A DANGER

OFF BODY PARTS BEING TRAPPED BETWEEN ITEMS.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT AN ECL ENGINEER IS ON SITE TO SUPERVISE THE

INSTALLATION OF THE DTDC.
INSTALLATION OF THE DTDC MAIN DRIVE
Install in accordance with the Manufacturer’s Installation instructions
INSTALLATION OF THE VESSEL
1. Mount the DTDC legs onto the bottom section of the DTDC. (It is recommended that the legs
remain loose until mounted on foundations).
2. Using the lifting lugs provided lift the bottom section of the DTDC onto its foundations.
3. The vessel should be lined up in accordance with the DTDC position of fittings drawing.
4. Secure the vessel to the foundations and the legs to the vessel
5. Erect scaffolding to the first section.
6. It is necessary to check the tray is level and if necessary insert packing under the legs to
ensure the tray is within acceptable limits.
7. Depending on the design of DTDC the section may flanged together or welded.
(i) Welded Sections
Using the lifting lugs provided lift the next section of the DTDC onto the bottom
section.
Align the shells in accordance with the DTDC position of fittings drawing.
Ensuring there is a suitable gap between the 2 sections to allow adequate weld
penetration.
Tack weld around the shell.
(ii) Flanged Sections
Install a bead of gasket around the circumference of the bottom section of the
shell, ensuring that the gasket cross where the ends meet.
Using the lifting lugs provided lift the next section of the DTDC onto the bottom
section.
Align the shells in accordance with the DTDC position of fittings drawing.
Install the bolts, once all bolts installed tighten the bolts.
8. Repeat the above procedure until all the sections are installed.
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9. The shell sections can now be fully welded.
INSTALLATION OF THE SHAFT
1. Attach an eye bolt to the top of the shaft and lift the shaft into position through the flange in
the top of the DTDC.
2. The gland follower of the shaft seal should be inserted on to the shaft, in the correct
orientation around the shaft. In general 2 shaft seals are required – one is installed on the
bottom of the DC portion between drive and bottom of vessel and the other is installed
underneath the sparge deck between the DC and DT portions.
3. Ensure that the thrust button is installed correctly between the lower part of the coupling and
the shaft.
4. The top section of the rigid coupling (part the DTDC main drive) should be heated. Typically
the coupling needs to be heated to a minimum of 150 deg C.
5. Once the rigid coupling is sufficiently hot then the shaft should be inserted into the coupling
ensuring that the shaft is inserted the full depth of the coupling.
6. Whilst the shaft remains suspended by the crane the radial bearings, shaft seal assembly and
air blocks should be installed around the shaft. These items should be installed as located in
the assembly drawing. If a shaft coupling has been provided the shaft coupling should be
installed on the bottom part of the shaft and then the upper portion of the shaft lifted onto the
shaft coupling in a similar manner as the lower shaft. Once both sections of the shaft are
connected tighten the shaft coupling and install the remaining radial bearings and air blocks.
7. It is necessary to check that the bolts do not protrude significantly through the upper side of
the DTDC trays.
8. Release the crane from the shaft and install the blank flange on the top of the DTDC
INSTALLATION OF THE SWEEP ARMS
1. Secure the sweep arms with suitable lifting equipment and lift the sweep arms into the correct
tray as per sweep arm position drawing. Note that at least one sweep arm is installed in every
tray.
2. Once in the tray the sweep arm can be transferred to the shaft by using a series of rollers.
3. Attach the boss of the sweep arms around the shaft and tighten ensuring that the gap between
the sweep arm and the tray is within acceptable levels. General guidelines are 10 mm
minimum at sweep arm tip, 20 mm at centre of the sweep arm. Once all the sweep arms have
been installed, the shaft should be turned manually to check that the gap between the tray and
the sweep arms is adequate, check at various locations around the tray. Ensure the arms are
checked over a full revolution.
INSTALLATION OF THE ROTARY VALVE
1. Usually the Rotary valve body will be installed prior to arrival on site, however if this not the
case the following procedure should be undertaken, refer to figure 1
2. A bead of gasket should be installed on top of rotary valve body
3. Move the rotary valve body into position and lift onto the underside of the sparge tray using
the lifting attachments provided.
4. Install the bolts on to the clamping rails and tighten.
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FIGURE 1
5. Install the mounting bracket for the rotary valve drive

6. Install the rotary valve drive in accordance with the Manufacturer’s operating instructions
7. Install the sprockets onto the DTDC rotary valve drive and onto the rotary valve body
ensuring that they are in line.
8. Install the chain onto the sprockets
9. Install the drive guard.
10. Check manually for free rotation
11. Repeat for any other rotary valves.
12. Connect the electrical cables as per manufacturer’s installation instructions
INSTALLATION OF THE MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
Installation of Level Indicators
1. Typically the level indicators are supplied fitted.

2. If they are not supplied, refer to the indicator assembly drawing fitted then insert the housing
indicator into the correct nozzle (refer to the DTDC position of fittings drawing).
3. From the inside of the vessel insert the shaft through the vessel connection inserting the
bronze bushing at both ends of the shaft.
4. Connect the paddle to the shaft arm. (The paddle is adjustable)
5. Install the level indicator to the outside of the shaft.
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Installation of Pneumatic cylinders
1. The gate and shaft are supplied fitted inside the DTDC.
2. Install the cylinder mounting bracket to the DTDC shell.
3. Mount the cylinder to the mounting bracket.
4. Connect the top of the pneumatic cylinder to the shaft.
Installation of Sight glasses
1. Two sight glasses are installed per tray. Ensure that the sealing surface is clean and free from
debris
2. Install the glass with gasket on both sides.
3. Install the sight glass outer ring and install the bolts hand tight.
4. Put the shaft of the wiper assembly through the sight glass with the wiper on the inside of the
vessel and the handle on the outside of the vessel. Ensure there is a gasket on both sides of the
sight glass.
5. Tighten the wiper assembly and then tighten the glass evenly making sure that bolts are not
over tightened.
6. Alternatively rectangular sight glasses can be supplied. These are supplied without wipers.
Installation of Steam and condensate piping
1. The steam or condensate pipe from the DT and PDT trays should be attached loosely to the
tray with remaining part of the pipe going through the designated hole in the DT shell.
2. Tighten the flange onto the tray, check that the pipe goes centrally through the shell
connection.
3. Insert the required turns of packing, refer to the assembly drawing, in the gland hole and insert
the gland retainer and tighten.
4. Repeat with the remaining steam and condensate connections for all the trays.
Installation of the vapour wash
Typically the vapour scrubber is one of 2 designs either a spray system or a cyclone system.
Spray system type vapour wash
1. This is usually supplied as part of the top section of the DTDC.

2. However, if it is supplied separately, once the DTDC top section has been installed the vapour
wash can be installed.
3. Using the lifting lugs provided lift the vapour scrubber onto the top section.
4. Align the vapour scrubber in accordance with the DTDC position of fittings drawing.
Ensuring there is a suitable gap between the 2 sections to allow adequate weld penetration.
5. Tack weld around the vapour scrubber and then fully weld the unit.
6. The spray nozzles can be installed later by removing the sight glass (if installed) and
installation the nozzle on the end of the pipe. Care should be taken to make sure that the
spray(s) faces vertically downwards.
7. Check that the nozzles are central within the duct.
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Cyclone system type vapours wash
1. The cyclone is supplied as a complete assembly and once the DTDC top section has been
installed the cyclone can be installed.
2. Using the lifting lugs provided lift the cyclone onto the top section.
3. Align the vapour scrubber in accordance with the DTDC position of fittings drawing and
attach using the bolts provided
Installation of the tray plugs
1. In general three tray plugs are required per PDT tray.

2. They are inserted in the underside of the PDT trays to partial block off the holes in the tray.
There are 2 holes per tray and the holes are opposite to each other.
3. Each hole is capable of accepting 3 tray plugs to fully blank off the hole. In general, one of
the holes should have one tray plug inserted in the center of the hole with the other hole
having 2 tray plugs inserted at each end of the hole with the inside remaining open.
Installation of DC gate systems
1. The gate and shaft are supplied fitted inside the DTDC as are the paddle and shaft.
2. Install the gate shaft lever.
3. Install the sail shaft lever.
4. Install turnbuckle between the gate shaft lever and sail shaft lever
5. Install weights on the gate shaft lever
6. Adjust turnbuckle so small movement of paddle starts to open the gate; further adjustment
may be required during commissioning.
INSULATION
It is necessary to insulate the hot sections of the DTDC to reduce heat losses and for personnel
protection. The cladding should be the static dissipative type.
EQUIPMENT EQUIPOTENTIAL BONDING
Earthing straps / bosses should be provided to bond together all the sections of the DTDC structure
which will include all covers, sight glasses, mating flanges and pedestal mounts etc.
Equipotential bonding is also normally required to alleviate the danger of static electricity.
Prior to start up Earth loop Resistance tests should be carried out and the result recorded. This test
should be carried out by suitable qualified personnel. The results will be needed for comparison with
future periodic inspection of the installation.
Even if the apparatus is correctly installed initially, there is no guarantee that it will remain this in
condition. The effects of environmental corrosion, vibration, unauthorised modifications and changes
to plant and process layout and operation can all effect the safety and suitability of the electrical
installation, therefore the process potential should be checked and recorded on a regular basis.
Inspection and any repairs of bonding straps should become part of the maintenance schedule.
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Where earthing bosses are not present threaded bar should be welded to the DTDC shell to provide an
adequate earthing point where earthing straps or cables can be attached.
Bonding should be carried out using suitable materials, E.g. Copper. Materials that are likely to corrode
or cause incendive sparks should not be used.
Specific bonding requirements may vary from country to country. Therefore, relevant local installation
standards should be consulted.
See sketch below for Typical Bonding requirements.
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13.0 COMMISSIONING
PRIOR TO COMMISSIONING THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND SPECIAL ATTENTION
PAID TO THE SAFETY INSTRUCTION HIGHLIGHTED AT THE FRONT OF THE MANUAL.
Once the DTDC has been fully assembled the pre-commissioning can be undertaken.
1. Check that the installation has been completed, including all pipework, ductwork connected to
the DTDC and all indicators and instruments.
2. Check the vessel is bolted down sufficiently to the foundations and has been adequately
grouted in.
3. Check that the vessel is empty of debris, including any tools, gloves etc.
4. Check that the vessel has been lubricated at each point (see lubrication schedule).
5. A suitable NDT test should be carried out on the shell welds that were carried out on site.
6. A pressure test should be carried out on the DT portion of the vessel by isolating the
connecting pipework at convenient locations. A test pressure of a maximum of 150 m water
column should be used. All leaks should be mended.
7. Test all instruments.
8. Test the operation of the pneumatic cylinders for closing the gates.
9. Test the vapour scrubber spray.
10. Check for proper main shaft bearing alignment.
11. Check for free rotation of the main shaft by turning the drive motor or fluid coupling
manually.
12. Check for free rotation of the rotary valve(s).
13. Gradually bring steam on to the DTDC trays and check for leaks and proper trap operation. It
is recommended that one tray is tested at a time.
14. Wire the DTDC main drive for operation. Check the electrical circuit for the motors prior to
starting the motors. Start the DTDC main drive check for rotation clockwise looking from the
top for the main shaft, the stop/start button, the local isolator, the emergency stop and circuit
breaker and indication and alarms. In addition, all the items listed in the manufacturer’s
instructions should be checked on the drive, any evidence of sweep arms catching, radial
bearings, seal assemblies, air blocks being incorrectly installed should be rectified. If there
appears to be no problem the drive should be left to run attended for several hours. Check the
radial bearings for heat buildup, and if they heat up excessively, let them cool, lubricate them
with graphite or molybdenum disulfide and oil, and consider realigning them.
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15. If everything is running properly, run the DTDC hot. Watch for excessive increases in motor
amperage, and check all mechanisms for free motion. Check for proper sweep arm-to-tray
clearances of 10 mm minimum at arm tip, 20 mm at centre. Insulate the DTDC shell.
16. Wire the DTDC rotary valve(s) drive for operation. Check the electrical circuit for the DTDC
rotary valve(s) motor prior to starting the motor(s). Start the DTDC rotary valve(s) drive
check for rotation counter clockwise looking from the outside for the rotary valve, the
stop/start button, the local isolator, the emergency stop and circuit breaker and indication and
alarms. In addition, the speed control on the rotary valve drive should be checked in manual
and automatic control.
17. Special attention should be given to the vanes of the rotary valve catching on the body, the
chain catching on the guard. If there appears to be no problem the drive should be left to run
attended for several hours.
18. If everything is running properly, run the DTDC rotary valve hot again giving special
attention to the vanes of the rotary valve catching on the body
19. Repeat the above process with each of the rotary valves.
20. The rotation of the drives must be repeated with live steams on the trays and the rotary valve
and both units checked for contact between moving parts.
21. All the interlocks associated with the DTDC should be checked in all operating modes. The
following interlocks are recommended:-
a. If the DTDC stops or trips then stop the DTDC rotary valve, the Extractor discharge
elevator and isolate and exhaust the steam to the DTDC including the air heater.
b. If the DTDC rotary valve drive stops or trips then stop the extractor feed elevator
c. If the DTDC discharge conveyor stops or trips then stop the DTDC rotary valve and
the Extractor discharge elevator.
d. If low temperature is present in the lowest desolventising tray, the tray above the
sparge tray, then stop the DTDC rotary valve
e. If the DC Fan is stopped / tripped whilst the DC remains running then there is a
likelihood that meal will fall into the air chamber therefore is strongly recommended
that there is an alarm alerting the operators of the danger.
22. Once meal is in the DTDC, the DC system gate assemblies may need further adjustment to
regulate the flow of meal through the gates. This is can be achieved by adjustment of the
turnbuckle, adding or removing the number of weight on the gate shaft lever or moving the
position of attachment of the turnbuckle on the gate shaft lever.
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14.0 START-UP, OPERATION AND SHUTDOWN (DTDC)
The operator should study this manual to gain a basic familiarity with the DTDC, and to be sure all
installation and adjustment procedures are properly completed.
The following general instructions do not attempt to anticipate the specific conditions of the solvent
plant in which the DTDC will be used. It is the responsibility of plant management and the operator to
maintain safe operating practices at all times. These instructions must be combined with similar
instructions for other equipment, and with a thorough understanding of safety principles, to develop a
set of extraction room operating procedures.
PRE START-UP CHECKS
1. Check that all drain valves, vent valves, relief valves, control valves associated with the
DTDC are closed and the isolation valves are in the correct position.
2. Check that the set points on any PID loops are correct.
3. Check that any analogues set points alarms are correct and active.
3. Check that the cooling water supply pressure is adequate and at the correct temperature.
4. Check instrument air supply pressure and dryness is adequate.
5. Check steam supply is dry and saturated and at an adequate pressure.
6. Check all gearboxes and drives for lubrication.
7. Be sure DTDC and associated systems are clear of tools and personnel.
8. Check to make sure that nothing in the system is still electrically isolated out (“lock out/tag
out”) if maintenance has been performed.
9. If applicable close DT gates.
10. Check that small vacuum approximately -25 mm water gauge is on the DTDC dome.
START-UP
1. As soon as hexane is introduced to the system, to avoid condensation in the DTDC, preheat
DTDC with a small continual flow or sparge steam. Always be careful not to create pressure
due to the air not being able to evacuate as quickly as steam will enter (never exceed 100 mm
water column in dome of DTDC).
2. About five or ten minutes before spent flakes are fed into DTDC, the fans should be placed
into operation along with cyclone air locks.
3. Slowly heat dryer air to about 95O C to preheat iron in vessels and ducts.
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4. If the top deck has been completely purged of air and hexane with sparge steam, the main
drive can be started.
5. Open the steam valve on rotary valves and adjust to 3 to 3.5 barg just prior to entry of flakes
to DTDC.
6. Just prior to flakes reaching extractor outlet, start DTDC feed screw (or extractor discharge
conveyor).
7. Allow flakes to enter the top of DTDC until top desolventising compartment is at least half
filled and bottom DTDC section meal thermometer shows over 100O C then meal can be
progressed to lower levels and this is achieved depending on the DTDC design.
a. If rotary valves are present in each tray the top rotary valve can be started. (It should
maintain a low speed until the meal level reaches normal depth.). The process should
be repeated for each tray with a rotary valve.
b. If the design of the DTDC is with gates without individual level control then when a
level is obtained on the top level indicator open the gate and meal will flow through
to the lower tray. When a level is again obtained on the top level indicator then the
next gate can be opened, this processed is repeated for each gate. When the meal
reaches the sparge tray and the top DT trays is at least half filled then the rotary valve
can be started. (It should maintain a low speed until the meal level reaches normal
depth.).
c. If each DT tray has a gate and individual level control then the gates will
automatically open as the level rises. When the level reaches the sparge tray and is at
least half full then the rotary valve can be started. (It should maintain a low speed
until the meal level reaches normal depth.).
8. Turn on the vapour wash solvent flow when there is a reasonable level in the top DT tray
9. If a VRS tray is present then the ejector steam should be switched on prior to hexane entering
the DTDC. Once the tray is at least half filled then the rotary valve can be started. (It should
maintain a low speed until the meal level reaches normal depth.).
10. Allow dryer section to fill in the same manner, transfer of meal from one try to the next is
controlled automatically by the sail and gate mechanism, however on initial start up further
adjustment may be required.
11. Adjust inlet air temperature sufficiently for proper drying (105O C to 170O C.)
12. Start dryer rotary valve. Before starting cooling section rotary valve, recheck to make sure
that all conveyors behind DTDC are running (in most instances they would have to be because
of interlock).
13. SPECIAL NOTE - Variable speed units cannot be adjusted unless unit is running.
14. Check for operation of all systems
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OPERATION
1. Regulate the sparge steam according to the DTDC load to maintain the correct DT section
main vent temperature (approximately 70-75OC).
2. Observe DT section meal temperatures to ensure 100OC minimum.
3. Observe the action of rotary valves, level indicators and control systems. Watch the motor
amperages for excessive fluctuations.
4. If present, observe and monitor the vacuum and temperature levels in the VRS tray.
5. Regulate air flows for proper drying and cooling, up to a maximum flow just short of
fluidizing the beds. The beds must not be fluidized, and the bed surfaces should be calm
except for an occasional disturbance of dust or hulls, and the sweep wave disturbance.
6. Regulate air heating temperature for optimum drying.
SHUT-DOWN
1. When flake supply is stopped, feed conveyor systems can be shut down. (Flash tray steam, if
used, should be shut off.)
2. When top compartment is about half empty, sparge steam should be throttled to approximately
20% of normal to keep from overheating distillation, and vapour wash solvent should be shut
off.
3. The discharge of the DT sections is dependent on the design of the DT.
(i) When rotary valves are present on all trays, the rotary valves on the top tray should be kept
running until the top compartment is empty. It is necessary to adjust rotary valve speed
manually to maintain speed during emptying of unit. When the top compartment is empty,
stop rotary valve and close small steam line. This process can be repeated for all the other
trays in the DT section, however the sparge steam should remain on as long as DTDC is
running.
(ii) When gates are present without individual level control then the rotary valve should be
kept running until all the compartments are empty. It is necessary to adjust rotary valve speed
manually to maintain speed during emptying of unit. When the sparge deck is empty stop
rotary valve and close small steam line, however the sparge steam should remain on as long as
DTDC is running.
(iii) When gates are present with individual level control then the cylinder in the top
compartment should be operated in manual / by-pass mode and fully opened until the
compartment is empty. This process can be repeated for all the other DT trays. For the sparge
tray it is necessary to adjust rotary valve speed manually to maintain speed during emptying of
unit. When the sparge deck is empty stop rotary valve and close small steam line, however the
sparge steam should remain on as long as DTDC is running.
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4. If a VRS tray is present then the rotary valves on the VRS tray should be kept running until
the compartment is empty. It is necessary to adjust rotary valve speed manually to maintain
speed during emptying of unit. When the compartment is empty, stop rotary valve and close
small steam line, however the ejector steam should remain on as long as DTDC is running.
5. When drying section is empty, stop rotary valve and close the steam on the radiator allowing
air to cool drying section. It is necessary to manually lift the DC gates to empty the trays. This
should be carried out with attention paid to the amount the gates are lifted as a fully open gate
can overload the discharge conveyor.
6. When cooling section is empty, stop rotary valve.
7. Shut off main drive.
8. Shut off DC Air fan(s).
CAUTION: MAIN SHAFT MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO TURNING OFF FANS TO
KEEP FROM FILLING DECK HOLES WITH MEAL.
9. When fans are shut off, close off sparge steam, and VRS ejector steam if present and open
small valve to drain and cool top deck and prevent it from going under vacuum.
10. There should be no evidences of hexane to any DTDC chambers during a proper shut-down.
CAUTIONS
1. Be sure the DTDC has been purged of hexane and air with steam or CO2 prior to turning on
its drive, conveyors, or other internal mechanisms (or to turning on full tray steam pressure, if
used).
2. It is important that all meal leaving the DT section be properly desolventised. The operator
must be sure to maintain sufficient sparge steam and meal temperatures.
3. Be sure the vapour wash solvent flow is shut off at all times during shut-down (or empty DT
section) condition
4. Do not allow a full DT section to "set up" during interruptions. With some types of meal, it is
necessary to take specific steps to avoid this.
5. Any drying machine using heat could over dry process materials to a combustible condition,
and is subject to some danger of fire. The DC is free of this danger if normally operated -- but
three circumstances should be avoided:
A. It is important that the solids or meal passing through the machine not be over-dried.
During shut-down, be sure that steam heat is removed from the air heating coils
within a few minutes and if possible, that cool air be circulated for a few minutes
before fan shut-down. (In freezing weather, leave some steam on only the first coil
or take similar precautions against freeze up of a coil.) In one case it was reported
that the natural draft (during fan shut-down with heat on), due to the light heated air
rising from the low level fan suction to the high level cyclone discharge, was enough
to over dry and burn meal after several hours.
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B. It is important that the fans be operating and not dampered back to a very low
flowrate whenever the DC main shaft is turning. If the airflow is very low or zero
during agitation of the solids in the machine, solids may pass down through the tray
perforations into the "double bottoms" or air chambers. Later on the heated air will
over dry this small amount of meal and may in some cases cause smouldering or
open fire. Check the "double bottoms" in the DC for cleanliness at each shutdown or
as necessary. This will also occur at any point when the DC main shaft is turning and
the fan(s) are stopped or tripped.
C. Avoid steam or electrical tracing of any cyclone, duct, or vessel where solids might
reasonably collect with greater than 1 barg saturated steam or with greater than 120O
C.
6. If the DTDC machine is to be entered for any reason, or if there is a possibility that personnel
could come in harmful contact with moving parts under any circumstances, be sure proper
lock out procedures are followed.
ALARMS
In addition to operational cautions, instruments should be installed in the discharge air ducts to sense
excessive temperatures. If meal begins to dry excessively during shut-down or for any other reason,
the air heated by the steam coils will not be cooled in the meal bed and the discharge temperature will
rise. Sensing any temperature above 80 degrees C should effectively reduce the chance of eventual
fire.
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15.0 PURGING & DEGASSING
Occasionally it is necessary to remove solvent vapours from the DTDC to carry out inspection or
maintenance inside the system. In order to remove solvent, steam is available as sparge steam and /or
snuffing steam.
The following procedure should be undertaken:-
The DTDC should be emptied of meal and solvent and the sparge steam and / or steam remain on until
the temperature of the outlet duct is greater than or equal to 95 deg C for 1-2 hours.
Care should be taken to assure that vessels connected to the DT by piping, ducts or conveyors are either
isolated from the DT and/or also purged so as to be free of solvent liquid or vapours. This is to assure
that the DT will not pull in solvent vapours from other equipment as it cools and the steam condenses
to a smaller volume.
The steam can then be turned off and once the vessel is cooled the vessel is safe to enter as long as all
the other confined entry checks have been carried out. It is recommended that the atmosphere is
checked for hexane and oxygen levels.
Note at this point it is not safe to carry out hot work within the vessel or plant but entry to allow non
hot work maintenance and inspection.
It is unlikely that hot work is required on the DTDC. However, if hot work is required on the
extraction plant, it is necessary to carry out a more thorough process than purging and a procedure
should be completed which involves degassing of all the other vessels and pipework.
It is the responsibility of the end user to develop operating procedures for degassing of the complete
plant however this typically involves heating of the inside of the DTDC with steam for a longer period
along with all the pipework and vessels.
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16.0 MAINTENANCE
BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE IS CARRIED OUT THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AT THE
FRONT OF THE MANUAL MUST BE STUDIED.
MAINTENANCE WORK MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
The Crown DTDC is very rugged in construction and is not likely to break down unpredictably.
Because of this, list of spare parts to be kept on hand is very small; it is assumed that repairs and
maintenance can be scheduled in advance, and that unusual repair parts can be ordered as needed.
The fact that the DTDC is rugged does not, however, eliminate the need for maintenance. Failure to
maintain any machine will result in accelerated wear of components, and in a lack of the attention
necessary to predict wear or potential failure. The recommended maintenance procedures are:
1. The main drive motor should be connected to an ammeter. Amperage will drop during the
first month of use because the DTDC interior will be polished smooth by meal friction. Once
the amperage has become stable, it is best to record the usual maximum value. Changes in the
amount of meal in the DTDC, or changes in meal characteristics will change the amp reading
some, but unexplained and consistent increases in amperage might suggest inspection of the
gear case, motor or main shaft.
2. Periodically the operator may wish to check that the steam traps are hot and therefore
working.
3. Check, lubricate and maintain gear case, motor bearings, and couplings according to
manufacturer's specifications.
4. Lubricate main shaft seal and bearing assemblies and rotary valve inner bearings weekly.
Grease fittings are provided.
5. At each shut-down inspect the vapour wash cone and the vapour wash duct, and clean if
necessary.
6. Visually check the operation of the vapour wash spray at each shut-down.
7. Check for steam leaks in the air heaters or internal vessels annually.
8. Replace door gaskets as necessary.
9. Check the level control systems for proper function and adjustment annually or as required.
10. Check rotary valves for damage or wear at each shut-down or each six months
11. Inspect and clean if necessary the sparge steam holes in the bottom tray at each shut-down.
12. Check the level control system for proper function and adjustment annually or as required.
13. Check the Sweep arms for erosion annually.
14. Check the shell thickness annually for erosion.

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DISASSEMBLY OF THE DTDC ROTARY VALVE.
The rotary valve may require disassembly to replace either of the bearings or the shaft seal. (See
DTDC rotary valve parts drawing, Figure 1).
The front bearing and shaft seals are accessible from outer side the DT whereas the inner shaft
bearing must be removed from inside the vessel.
WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN ENTERING CONFINED SPACES
FRONT BEARING
1. With the vessel empty and the DTDC rotary valve isolated and the steam isolated the rotary
valve guard can be removed.
2. Remove the chain.
3. Remove the large sprocket.
4. Remove the shear pin hub.
5. Remove the front bearing and replace with new bearing.
6. Replace shear pin hub, large sprocket, chain and guard.
7. The DTDC rotary valve is now ready for testing prior to putting into full operation.
SHAFT SEALS
1. Repeat the procedure for the front bearing, with the vessel empty and the DTDC rotary valve
isolated and the steam isolated the rotary valve guard can be removed.
2. Remove the chain.
3. Remove the large sprocket.
4. Remove the shear pin hub.
5. Remove the front bearing.
6. Remove the outer shaft seal.
7. Remove the rotary valve front plate.
8. Remove the inner shaft seal and if necessary replace with new seal.
9. Replace the rotary valve front plate and if necessary replace with a new shaft seal.
8. Replace the bearing, shear pin hub, large sprocket, chain and guard.
9. The DTDC rotary valve is now ready for testing prior to putting into full operation.
BACK BEARING
1. Prior to vessel entry the usual confined vessel entry checks must be carried out, e.g. internal
temperature, oxygen content, hexane removal, electrical isolation of motors and isolation of
steam.
2. Once the vessel has been confirmed as safe to enter remove the rear plate from the rotary
valve.
3. Remove the bearing from the rear plate and replace with the new bearing.
4. Replace the rear plate.
5. The DTDC rotary valve is now ready for testing prior to putting into full operation Remove
the large sprocket.
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REPLACING THE ROTOR
1. In the rare event that the rotor needs to be replaced the same procedure should be followed to
remove the shaft seals and the inner bearing and then the rotor should slide out of the housing.
2. Care should be taken in supporting the weight of the unit as it is removed.
REPAIRING / REPLACING THE MAIN GEARBOX
In the event that the gearbox needs to be repaired (or even replaced) then the following procedure
should be followed:-
1. Disassemble the flanges of the output coupling.

2. The shaft will need to be jacked up from one of the trays on the DTDC, this should be either
the sparge tray of one of the DC trays as they are welded to the DTDC shell.
3. Once a suitable tray has been selected then place steel beams in the tray to increase the area
the jack presses against.
4. Place the jack into position and lift the shaft until the output coupling is disengaged.
5. Access is now available for the gearbox to be repaired or removed
6. Refer to the gearbox manufacturer’s instructions for disassembly or lifting of the gearbox.
To re-assemble the drive / shaft
1. Place gearbox or drive assembly under the DTDC and bolt down to the foundations.
2. Lower the shaft until the two halves of the output coupling are approximately 2mm apart.
3. Note: If the two halves of the output coupling are not in line with each other then loosen all
the bearings with the exception of the top bearing and or shaft seals so that the two halves of
the coupling are in line.
4. Rotate the motor shaft until the output coupling flange bolt holes are lined up with the main
coupling flange
5. Install the coupling bolts and lower the shaft into position, tighten the bolts
6. Remove the jack and steel beams for the DTDC tray.
7. Tighten the bolts on the bearings and the shaft seals.
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17.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
COORDINATION OF DTDC PROCEDURES WITH THE TOTAL PLANT OPERATION: All
operating and emergency procedures for the DTDC must be coordinated with procedures for other
equipment in a comprehensive plan.
POWER FAILURE SHUT-DOWN
Management may wish to provide a back up electrical supply which is sufficient to empty the plant and
reduce the effects of a prolonged power outage.
In the event of a power failure, immediately shut off the vapour wash solvent, and within perhaps 3
minutes turn off the high pressure steam to the heated DT trays). The valve for sparge steam should be
nearly closed leaving about 10% to 20% of normal steam running. This will continue to remove
solvent from the meal and vapour spaces, and keeps air from coming in. Next shut off steam to the
drying section air heaters. In the case of the power failure being extended, the sparge deck steam must
also be stopped. If the shutdown was of long duration (which may allow some meals such as soybean
meal to set up) or was under circumstances such that there is difficulty in restarting the DTDC the top
doors may need to be opened to get some meal out from the top compartment to facilitate restarting. If
this occurs then it is necessary for the processor to carry out a risk assessment on the procedure to open
vessel prior to carrying out this operation. For removing meal, do not use steel bars due to sparking. If
the power failure is short and/or the shutdown was under controlled circumstances, the DTDC should
be started by following normal start up and adjustment procedures.
MEAL SYSTEM SHUT-DOWN
If there is a breakdown in the meal system so that the DTDC cannot discharge meal and it is estimated
that repairs may take more than a short time (approximately one-half hour), then shut off the vapour
wash solvent (and tray steam) and the DT section meal should be run down, as much as possible, into
the D and C (lower) sections, partly overfilling these sections by carefully turning the rotary valve on
and off. If necessary, with hard-setting meals or if the DT section cannot be reduced to roughly 1
meter or less depth, the cooler section door should be opened and the DT section mostly emptied
through the DTDC, letting the meal drop from the cooler tray out onto the floor. When the top
compartment is empty, the door of the lowest compartment can be closed leaving nearly desolventised
meal in the lower trays of the DT section and desolventiser and partly dried meal in the cooling and
drying sections. Allow the hot air to circulate for another five minutes and then shut steam off in the
air heater so that cold air passing through the meal bed in the dryer will cool down the meal. After
about ten minutes, the DTDC, fans and everything else can be stopped and the cold meal stored safely
in the DTDC.
LOSS OF STEAM
It is recommended that the plant operates on more than 1 boiler to reduce the chance of loss of steam.
A major effect of loss of steam is that solvent will not be evaporated and will remain in the meal
It is recommended that a pressure switch be installed on the steam main which detects low pressure and
is interlocked to stop the DTDC, in-feed and out-feed transfer systems and the DTDC rotary valve via a
hard wire system and this is not affected by the mode of operation of the extraction plant.
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The DTDC and associated equipment should not be re-started until the steam pressure has risen to
normal operating levels.
LOSS OF WATER
The loss of cooling water can result in excessive pressurisation of the DTDC.
It is recommended that a pressure switch be installed on the cooling water main supply pipe to detect
low pressure. In addition it is recommended that a pressure switch be installed in the top vapour outlet
of the DTDC to detect high pressure which can be a result of loss of cooling water.
A back up water system must be available to provide cooling water in the event of loss of the primary
cooling water system, the emergency water system can be provided for example by a gravity water
tank, a non-electrical pump or an equally reliable source of water supply.
On the loss of primary cooling water the emergency cooling water system must be initiated and will
provide some condensing capacity to aid in safely emptying the DTDC.
During the period of no cooling water the operators should frequently monitor the temperatures and
pressure in the DTDC.
If there is an extended loss of cooling water it is advised that steam to the trays be isolated and relieved
to remove the energy from the DTDC and prevent more solvent vapours from being created.
Once the primary source of cooling water has been re-established, the DTDC and associated equipment
can be re-started.
EVENT OF FIRE
It is recommended that the end user install an approved deluge, water spray or foam water system along
with the additional fire safety equipment including but not limited to fire hydrants, portable fire
extinguishers, fire blankets etc. A fire alarm system should also be installed.
In the unlikely event of a fire in the DTDC Sparge steam is available to each on each tray and
separately for each sparge/air chambers to snuff out any fire.
The operators should be fully trained in the fire fighting procedures.
LOSS OF AIR
It is recommended that a pressure switch is installed in the main compressed air line to identify a loss
in air pressure. A loss of air pressure will only affect the DTDC if the DT gate mechanism is
controlled by a pneumatic cylinder with an individual level control. In this instance this will result in
the gates becoming fully open or closed and lead to a high level in one or more of the trays. It is
recommended that an alarm is taken off the high level transmitter to alert the operator and also used to
prevent additional meal entering the vessel.
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18.0 CLEANING OF THE VESSEL
WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN ENTERING CONFINED SPACES
CLEANING OF DT TRAYS
1. Before any major maintenance work is carried out in the DTDC or the plant is
expected to under go a long term shutdown then it is advisable to clean out the
material in the DTDC tray. A portion of meal will always remain in the trays due to
clearances between the sweep arms and the tray and the sweep arms and the shell
wall / PDT tray wall. In addition, some of the trays especially the PDT trays may
become coated in meal which reduces the heat transfer between the tray and the meal.
2. Prior to vessel entry the usual confined vessel entry checks must be carried out, e.g.
internal temperature, oxygen content, hexane removal, electrical isolation of motors
and isolation of steam.
3. The majority of the meal can be cleaned out easily, however some material will need
to be moved by force. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT ONLY SPARK RESISTANT
TOOLS ARE USED TO CLEAN THE TRAYS
CLEANING OF SPARGE STEAM CHAMBER
4. The volume inside the sparge steam tray is susceptible to meal falling through the
many small sparge holes in the top surface if the DTDC main drive is running
without any sparge steam.
5. Cleanout ports are positioned in the chamber between the upper and lower plates of
the sparge distribution tray.
6. Whenever the sparge steam has stopped with the DTDC drive running or periodically
the cleanouts should be opened and checked for meal falling thorough the tray holes.
7. If there is any material in this area it should be removed.
(COMPRESSED AIR SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR THE REMOVAL OF THE
MATERIAL AS A FURTHER DUST HAZARD CAN BE CREATED.)
8. Once the meal has been removed the covers can be installed on the cleanouts, the
sparge holes in the top tray surface should be cleared of any deposits, and the plant
can be prepared for renewed operation.
CLEANING OF HOLES IN SPARGE STEAM TRAY
1. It is advisable on a regular basis that the holes in the sparge steam tray be checked for
blockages.
2. Prior to vessel entry the usual confined vessel entry checks must be carried out, e.g.
internal temperature, oxygen content, hexane removal, electrical isolation of motors
and isolation of steam.
3. The holes can be cleared by insertion of copper wire or equivalent non-sparking
material.
4. Once the holes have been cleared it is advisable that the steam chambers are cleared
of the material that has been pushed through.
5. During any maintenance inside the DT be sure not to force meal into these small
sparge holes by stepping on the meal above the holes, or by cleaning adjacent
surfaces with water, or by any other means. If it is suspected that these holes may
have become blocked, clean them out.
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19.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE
Always have adequate, experienced supervision and use proper safety procedures when
attempting to operate a plant or locate a problem. The following suggestions must be
reviewed by trained personnel before action is taken.
HIGH SOLVENT LOSS IN MEAL
This can be a costly problem and one which can result in a serious hazard of fire or explosion in
downstream equipment! Normal losses in DTDC meal may be in the range of 0.20 to 0.80 litres per
tonne of seed processed. Meal should not smell of solvent. Unusual or dangerous losses can be due to
the following problems:
1. Insufficient sparge desolventising steam. This is indicated by a low DT section vent

temperature (below 70O C is certain to be too low). In extreme cases, the meal temperature
coming from the DT may be too low as well (below 950 C). Increase the sparge steam flow to
a level appropriate to the specific system.
2. Poorly distributed sparge steam. If the low meal temperatures and evidences of solvent in
meal exist and yet the vent temperature is above about 80O C, then it is possible that the
DTDC has poorly distributed sparge steam, allowing steam to go directly out the vent without
uniformly passing through and desolventising the meal.
3. Operation above capacity. For efficient desolventising, a DTDC should have a sufficient
volume of flakes in the desolventising section, subject to the action of sparge steam. This is to
allow sufficient time to remove the solvent from the entire thickness of all flakes.
4. Thick flakes. There is some evidence that thick flakes and unflaked particles can hold solvent
significantly longer, requiring more desolventising time.
POOR TOASTING
Soybeans in particular need to be toasted sufficiently to reduce urease activity and alter the meal
characteristics. Toasting requires sufficient moisture, time and temperature; the lack of any one of
these will result in poor toasting. Look for these factors if urease activity is high:
1. Low moisture. This is unusual in a DT because the sparge steam typically provides slightly
more than enough moisture. Low moisture in the unextracted material could be a cause.
2. Low time. A DT section should have sufficient meal volume. In addition, if some meal
particles spend less than the desired time in the toasting process, they can contaminate the
entire flow; a damaged or partly clogged rotary valve is a possible reason.
3. Low temperature. The sparge steam has a function in addition to desolventising and
moisturizing the meal: it must also provide most of the initial heating of the meal. It is
essential that the sparge steam heat the meal above 100O C to initiate the toasting action. In
addition, if the desolventising is not effectively accomplished in the upper zone, solvent will
remain in the meal and hold the meal temperature down in the lower zone of the top bed.
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MAIN DRIVE OVERLOAD
1. The drive motor and starter must be suitable for full-torque start-up or better; some types of
systems do not provide sufficient starting torque, and across-the -line is recommended.
2. If the DTDC is overfilled, the unit will at some point overload the motor, trip its over current
protection, and stop. It may be necessary to manually remove some meal if this is allowed to
occur.
3. Modifications to sweep arms, changes in sweep speed, capacity changes, or changes in bed
depth can all result in changes to motor load.
HIGH MEAL MOISTURE FROM THE DTDC
1. High-moisture raw material will result in equally high-moisture product from the DTDC.
2. Poor extractor final drainage will cause excess solvent to enter the DTDC, increasing the need
for sparge steam, and causing more sparge to condense in the meal.
3. Water in the solvent will obviously raise moisture and cause poor extractor drainage.
4. Addition of refinery gums often raises moisture several percent.
5. Excess vapour wash solvent raises moisture.
6. Poor trap action on hot flash-tray (or jacketed feed conveyor) or low steam pressure will raise
moisture.
7. Internal steam leaks in the air heaters or steam trays will raise moisture.
8. Poor quality steam will result in wet sparge steam and an increase in moisture.
FORMATION OF "WATER BALLS”
It is not always easy to pinpoint the reason for the formation of water balls, the hard clumps of meal
which often reach 3 inches in diameter or larger. These can cause problems in the meal system. Some
reasons can be as follows:
1. Excess sparge steam.
2. Wet sparge steam. The reduced pressure steam in the sparge tray should be superheated, for
example at ½ bar (above atmospheric pressure) and between 130 C and 150 C. Higher than
180 C is unusual and may be too hot to be suitable for meal quality; it may also suggest very
hot supply steam and raise some safety or maintenance issues.
3. Poor distribution of sparge steam such that some areas are sparged more than others.
4. Poor flow uniformity of meal in the sparge deck such that some meal tends to remain in the
steam for too long a time.
5. Water in extractor solvent or unusually high raw oilseed moisture.
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6. Poor extractor drainage or unusually prepared product such that excess sparge steam is
condensed in desolventising.
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20.0 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR INSTRUMENTATION, CONTROL
PANEL AND CONTROL SYSTEM.
1. Within the control panel there must be means to electrically isolate (“lock out/tag out”) each
of the motors.
2. A global emergency stop is required for the overall plant.
3. Within the control system it should not be possible for any motor to re-start automatically
once it has (i) tripped, (ii) been electrically isolated (“lock out/tag out”) in the panel (iii)
electrically isolated in the field, or (iv) global emergency stop has been selected.
4. The following instrumentation is required as a minimum:-

a. Level transmitter on the top DT tray (The level controls the speed of the DT rotary
valve). If there are several rotary valves a level control is required for each valve.
b. Pressure switch above the sparge steam tray to indicate that high pressure usually
caused by blockages in the trays holes.
c. Temperature switch in lower DT tray
d. On/off valves to isolate and exhaust the DT indirect steam (the sparge steam should
not be isolated)
5. A trip signal from each of the motors should produce an audible and visual alarm both in the
plant and at the control system.
6. All digital instrumentation should produce an audible and visual alarm both in the plant and at
the control system.
7. All digital instrumentation should be connected so that if there is a fault in the electrical circuit
the instrument goes into alarm.
8. All analogues instrumentation should be designed so that if the instrument goes above the
maximum range the maximum figure should be displayed, i.e. the signal should not go back to
zero.
9. Recommended interlocks are listed in section on installation
10. There should be a minimum of 2 operating modes of the control system (i) Manual and (ii)
Interlock /sequence control. Any interlocks are present in interlock mode and not present in
manual mode.
11. As well as instrumentation the following indication is recommended as a minimum:-

a. Temperature indicator in each DT tray, sparge tray and DC tray.
b. Pressure indicator in the dome of the DTDC
c. Pressure indicator between the sparge tray and the lowest DT tray.
d. Pressure indicators above and below the meal in each DC tray.
e. Temperature indicators in the air duct before and after the DC trays.
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21.0 NOISE
The DTDC is installed as part of a vegetable oil process and therefore cannot be considered in
isolation. At the pre-commissioning/commissioning stage it is necessary for the end user to carry
out a series of site measurements of the noise levels in the operating area.
If the noise levels are above acceptable levels then it is necessary to install signs warning of the
excessive noise and to ensure that personnel protect themselves with suitable ear protection
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22.0 DISMANTLE OF DTDC
ALL LIFTS SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL WITH CERTIFIED
LIFTING EQUIPEMNT
ALL DISMANTLE WORK SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL.
WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN ENTERING CONFINED SPACES.
WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN DURING DISMANTLE AS THERE IS A DANGER OFF

BODY PARTS BEING TRAPPED BETWEEN ITEMS.
WARNING: ALL HEXANE SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM THE PLANT PRIOR TO ANY
DISMANTLING OCCURS, INLCUDING ALL THE MEAL FROM WITHIN THE DTDC,
INCLUDING THE AIR AND STEAM CHAMBERS. THE PLANT SHOULD BE DECLARED A
SAFE AREA.
1. Prior to starting the dismantle of the DTDC all connecting pipework and ductwork attached to
the DTDC should be removed.
2. Remove all sweep arms attached to the DTDC shaft.
3. The sweep arms should be removed through the manholes.
4. Remove the flange from the top of the DTDC to allow removal of the shaft.
5. Attach eye bolt to the top of the shaft and secure the shaft with a crane. If the shaft is in 2
pieces then remove all bearings, air blocks on that portion of the shaft.
6. Loosen the shaft coupling and remove the top portion of the shaft.
7. Remove the shaft coupling from the lower portion of the shaft.
8. Attach the eye bolt to the lower portion of the shaft and secure to the crane.
9. Remove the remaining radial bearing, shaft assembly, and air blocks attached to the shaft.
10. Remove the shaft from the DTDC main drive rigid coupling. (Note : this will require heating
of the coupling and/or a jack to push the shaft off the coupling)
11. Remove the rotary drive guard, chain and sprocket.
12. Remove DTDC rotary drive as per manufacturer’s manual and then remove the drive bracket.
PRIOR TO ANY LIFTS OF THE SHELL A STUDY SHOULD BE COMPLETED ON THE

THICKNESS OF THE SHELL AND IN PARTICULAR IN THE REGIONS OF THE LIFTING
LUGS TO CHECK THE STRENGTH OF THE SHELL AND FEASIBILTY OF COMPLETING A
SAFE LIFT.
13A. (i) If the vessel is flanged then attach the crane to the lifting lugs for that section of the
shell. The lifting lugs are not designed to lift the whole vessel.
(ii) Once the crane has secured that section, loosen the bolts.
(iii) Remove the bolts and remove the top section of the DT.
(iv) Remove all the other sections in a similar manner.
13B. (i) If the vessel is welded then attach the crane to the lifting lugs for that section of the
shell. The lifting lugs are not designed to lift the whole vessel.
(ii) Once the crane has secured that section, a suitable location should be chosen and the
shell cut across the whole diameter. Ideally, the cutting of the shell should be in the
same region as the original sections.
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(iii) WHILST CUTTING THE VESSEL SHOULD BE SECURED TO PREVENT
MOVEMENT WHEN THE MAJORITY OF THE CUTTING HAS BEEN
COMPLETED.
(iv) Once the shell has been cut completely then the top section can be removed.
(v) Remove all the other sections in a similar manner.
14. Remove the DTDC main drive as per the manufacturer’s manual.
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APPENDIX
Changes Rev B to Rev C
1. Section 2.0 – Identification plate to include dust

2. Section 3.0 – Electrical shock item added
3. Section 4.0 - Warning added about cleaning sight glasses with dry cloth
4. Section 7.0 – General Description of Crown Model III extractor – metric units
added where only imperial units.
5. Section 7.0 – Earth bonding part removed
6. Section 8.0 - Warning added about cleaning sight glasses with dry cloth
7. Section 9.0 – Re-written and title changed to CE marking Compliance
Instructions.
8. Section 12.0 – Clearances on sweep arm installation revised
9. Section 12.0 - Static earth bonding section replaced by Equipment equipotential
bonding and diagram added.
10. Section 13.0
a. Clearances on sweep arm installation revised
b. Alarm added if DC fan stops with DC running
11. Section 16.0 – Repairing /replacing the main gearbox added
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INSTALLATION, OPERATING,

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1.0 Warning signs 1

Designer: Europe Crown Ltd

MECHANICAL INJURY PREVENTION

FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION

CHEMICAL INJURY OR DISORIENTATION

VERIFY AND ADAPT INFORMATION

ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION

4. Do not run a machine with the guards removed.

10. Only suitable spare parts should be used

1. Deluge / water spray system installed in accordance with local regulations.

2. Fire extinguishers including extinguishers for electrical fires

3. Fire hydrants and hoses.

ALL ROTARY VALVE DTDC, LEVEL CONTROL

CHUTE TYPE DTDC, LEVEL CONTROL

VAPOUR RECOVERY SYSTEM (VRS) TRAY

Pre-desolventising trays / basket trays – various quantities

(I) PRE DESOLVENTISING TRAYS

(II) DESOLVENTISING TRAYS

(a) Gate system without level control.

Gate system without level control.

Gate system complete with level control.

Rotary valves complete with level control

(III) SPARGE TRAYS

(IV) VRS TRAY

(V) DRYING TRAY

(VI) COOLING TRAY

SAFETY FEATURES OF THE DTDC

The safety features of the DTDC are highlighted below:-

5. Recommendations on safety instruments and interlocks are highlighted in section 20

IGNITION SOURCES IN THE ATMOSPHERE

• The plant should have a suitable lightning conductor.

• Warning signs should be displayed informing personnel of the hazardous area.

AIR PRESENT IN THE DTDC

3. Ensure a permit to work system is in operation.

7. Ensure provide suitable over-current protection on all motors.

8. Ensure an emergency stop system is provided

9. Ensure adequate lighting is provided

LONG TERM STORAGE

ALL INSTALLATION WORK SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL.

WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN ENTERING CONFINED SPACES.

WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN DURING INSTALLATION AS THERE IS A DANGER

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT AN ECL ENGINEER IS ON SITE TO SUPERVISE THE

INSTALLATION OF THE DTDC MAIN DRIVE

Install in accordance with the Manufacturer’s Installation instructions

INSTALLATION OF THE VESSEL

(i) Welded Sections

(ii) Flanged Sections

INSTALLATION OF THE SHAFT

INSTALLATION OF THE SWEEP ARMS

INSTALLATION OF THE ROTARY VALVE

5. Install the mounting bracket for the rotary valve drive

INSTALLATION OF THE MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

Installation of Level Indicators

1. Typically the level indicators are supplied fitted.

Installation of Sight glasses

Installation of Steam and condensate piping

Installation of the vapour wash

Spray system type vapour wash

1. This is usually supplied as part of the top section of the DTDC.

Installation of the tray plugs

1. In general three tray plugs are required per PDT tray.

Installation of DC gate systems