Zander Filter Systems, Inc.

5201-D Brook Hollow Pkwy.

Norcross, GA. 30071
(770)446-3614 * Fax (770)263-0856
Toll Free 1-800-543-0851
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1) Expan8ion and Vent Chamber
2) Air Vent Charcoal Filter (WT-CVP..)
3) Conden8ate Inlet
4) Inlet Balance Pipe
5) First Separation Chamber
6) Cleanable Dirt Filter
7) Second Separation Chamber
8) Water Activated Carbon Filter (WT-CMF..
9) Water OUtlet
10) Adju8table Oil OUtlet
11) Water Sample Valve
Description of operation:
(Fiqure1..)
1 Waste condensate in a compressed air system is generally contaminated with
oil. This oil i. introduced by the air compressor and must be removed before
the conden8ate i8 di8charqed into a sewer.
2 Condensate drain lines from the system aftercoolers, filters, dryers and
receivers may be piped directly into the inlet connection (3) of the Ecosep.
As the condensate enters the Ecosep, any pressure i8 reduced to atmospheric
pressure via the diffuser. The spray from this depressurization is captured
by the CVF charcoal filter (2). At this point the oil/water mixture drains
through the inlet tube as8embly (4) into the initial oil separation chamber
(5) .
3. Within the initial oil separation chamber (5), the bulk of the oil rises to
the surface and out into the .8condary settlinq chamber (7). The water is
discharqed at the bottom of the initial oil separation chamber (5) to allow
a flow of the cleanest conden.ate to enter the secondary separation chamber
(7) at the bottom of the unit. The water then enter. the feeder pipe and
throuqh displacement is caried into the first staqe activated charcoal chamber
(8). The water flows down throuqh the activated charcoal filter which adsorb.
any re.idual oil from the condensate and into the second staqe activated
charcoal chamber via the transfer tube. Aqain throuqh displacement the
condensate passe. throuqh a final polishinq filter and out the water discharge
outlet (9). NOTE: The model WT 10 & WT 5 have only one activated charcoal
filter (8).
4 Throughout the process entrained oil is continuing to ri8e to the surface.
Over a period of time a quantity of oil ( approximately 1/2" to 1" deep) will
build up on the surface until it flow8 out of the oil di8charge assembly (10)
and into an appropriate container (customer furnished) for proper disposal.
5. For convenience there is a test valve (11) located at the final polishing
f il ter (Not available on WT 5) so that a sample of the discharge water can be
taken for analysis.
6. An optional thermostatically controlled heater is available for low ambient
operating conditions.
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Installation of the Ecosep:
Install the Ecosep in a frost free environment
Ensure the Ecosep is ins~alled in a stationary surface and ~ha~ the unit is
completely level. If after ins~allation the Ecosep is bumped, shaken,
subjected to vibration or not level, effective separation of ~he oil and water
is significan~ly reduced.
3 Thoroughly wash the charcoal filters with clean water to remove ~he fine
charcoal dust. Then ins~all the filters in the appropriate chambers.
4 Fill the Ecosep with clean water until it begins to flow out of the water
discharge (9). 8e sure oil adjustment is as high as possible before filling
the unit.
5 Ensure that ~he initial oil separation chamber (5) is fi~y seated to the
bottom of the unit and that the inlet tube assembly (4) is snapped into place
at the top of chamber (5).
6 Adjust the sleeve of the oil discharge assembly (10) so that the top of the
sleeve is approximately 3/4" above the waterline. It will take some time after
placing the unit in operation before a layer of oil builds up on the surface
and begins to drain out of the separator. If during operation water is
draining out of the oil discharge, raise the sleeve approximately an .ddtiona~
1/4".
. Connect the systeM condensate line of the separator utilizing flexible tubing
or hose. Do Not Ina~l ~ Separator Using ~gid Pipe.
8 Connect both the water and oil discharge lines. The use of clear tubing is
suggested for visual inspection purposes. The oil discharge line should drain
into a suitable container for disposal in accordance with local regulations.
Non For optimum performance we recommend the use of Zander's Ecodrain, a f~ly
automatic self-regula~ing condensate drain.
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Replacement Charcoal Filter Installation Instructions:
1. Remove the separator top.
2. Remove the old activated charcoal filters. The contaminated filters should be
disposed of in accordance with all local regulations.
3. Thoroughly clean the first separation chamber including the removable funnel
removing all residue. ( Fiqure 1, Item 5)
4. Hose down the new activated charcoal filter to remove any loose granules and
dust fines.
i 5. Install the new activated charcoal filters in the appropriate chamber. (Figure
I 2)
6. Replace the separator top to complete the installation.
7 . The vent filter should be replaced each time the main filters are
replaced.
8. To change the vent filter lift off the vent top and remove the vent filter.
9. Clean the vent chamber thorouqhly to remove any residue.
10. Install the new vent filter and replace vent top to complete installation.
: The performance of the Ecosep is greatly effected by the separation
; characteristics of the compressor oil being used. If the oil is highly emulsified
: and does not separate well, then the activated- charcoal f.ilters will become
I saturated with o.il more rapidly. Once the charcoal is saturated, eff.ic.iency is
reduced and the f il ter should be replaced. To mainta.in opt.imum performance from
your separator we reccmmend that annually the un.it be completely emptied and
thoroughly cleaned. The Ecosep then should be put back .in service by following
. the init.ial installation .instructions. New charcoal filters should be installed
I at this time as well.
Replacement Activated Charcoal Filters
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Technical Docuaentation
series WT oil/Water separator
Models wr 5, wr 10, wr 20 & wr 30
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Maintenance:
The Ecosep i~ a fully automatic Oil/Water Separation system. To avoid possible
malfunctions the following should be checked on a regular basis:
oil. Ou't.l.e't.
After inLtial installation it will take weeks or months before the first amount
of oil will be drained. Once the separator begins to discharge oil into the
waste oil container be sure to inspect it for a mixture of oil and water. If
this is the case, adjust the sleeve on the discharge port to a higher level.
'* Con~roJ. of the Drained Wa~.r
An exact indication of the rest oil content can only be determined by a sample
analysis from an independent laboratory. A sample can be taken via the sample
valve on the separator. Regular sample analysis determines the condition of the
activated charcoal filter and water quality. Zander provides a testing service
for the Ecosep. Please contact your local Zander distributor for more
information on this service.
* Replac...n~ of the Activa~ed Charcoal Pil~ers
The service life of the activated charcoal filter depends on the type of
compressor, type of lubricating oil, amount of waste condensate, temperature
of the waste condensate and the condensate discharge system. Normal loading
conditions of compressor oil with good separation characteristics will render
an average service life of about three to four months. It is recommended by the
manufacturer to sample the water quality every ninety days at a minimum to
ascertain the condition of the activated charcoal filters and ensure a
consistant effluent quality from the separator.
Troubleshootinq:
RemedY
Malfunction gause
Excessive compressed
air at inlet of Ecosep
Ensure that only auto
drains are used, no
manual ball valves.
Timer drains should
not exceed 4 seconds
on time. Best
solution-Ecodrain.
Liquid sprays out
of inlet stack.
Unit is overloaded,
oil adjustment too
low or first stage
filter saturated.
Water & Oil coming
out of oil discharge
I port.
Make sure separator
is properly sized,
re-adjust oil sleeve
to higher level,
change first stage
filter and check
lubricant for
separation quality.
Charcoal life depleted
or waste condensate is
highly emulsified.
Water Discharge is
cloudy.
change charcoal
filters, if discharge
is still cloudy in
a short period of
time check lubricants
separation quality.
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Installation of Multiple units:
1. Multiple units may be u8ed, however it is not recommended to use more than
three units per application.
2. Piping to the illustrated manifold below should be secured to prevent
vibration.
: 3. The main distribution block must be installed horizontally.
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Ecosep Sizinq Guidelines' Dimensional Intor.ation:
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Condensate
Inlets --
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-2. For Heavy Diester lubricants. reduce capacity by 35"..
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The actual discharge water quality may vary ~rding to the volume of ~ndensat8 being
processed. the ~ndition of the activated char=aI filters and the separation charaderistics
of the ~mpressor oil. The separator performance may be enhanced by reducing the
volume of ~ndensate being introduced into the unit. replacement of the char=aI filters
and/or ~anging the compressor oil to a type with better separation qualities.
F EAT U RES & 5 P E C F CAT 0 N S
Features:
. New seamless polyethylene
construction for greater durability
. Built-in diffuser at inlet for effective
dispersion of compressed air
The ECOSEP Oil/Water
Separato~ with its activated
charcoal filters, automatically
separates the oil and water within
the discharge condensate from
compressed air systems.
. Removable top for easy maintenance
. Removable first chamber with
sediment screen for easy cleaning
. Sliding oil discharge port sleeve
for quick field adjustment
. Zander One-Year Warranty on parts
and workmanship
. WT 20 & 30 feature two charcoal cham-
bers in series for cleaner discharge water
. Made in the U.S.A.
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Water
Outlet
Connection
Oil
Outlet
Connection
Dimension
(Inches)
B
Shipping
~ght (Ibs.)
Model
Inlet
Connection
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I 35:50~I~I_l&:OO-' WT10
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(2) 1fl-
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3/4'
3/4'-
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3/4-
3/4-
45#
85#
100#
WI 20 I 39,50' I 24.00' I 22.00' I
WT 30 I 51.50~r~l~
~::- laBder Filter Systems, 1-.
~ 5201-0 Brook HolIC1N Parkway
~ Norcross. GA 30071
ZANDER~ (404) 446-3614
Fax (404) 263-0856
1 (800) 543-0851
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@1993 Zander Filter S~ Inc. AI ~hts ReseMd.
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Replacement Charcoal Filter Installation Instructions:
1. Remove the separator ~op.
2. Remove the old activated charcoa.l fi.lters. The contaminated fi.lters shou.ld be
disposed of in accordance with a.l.lloca.l regulations.
3. Thoroughly clean the first separation chamber including the removable funnel
removin~all resiaue. ( Figure 1, Item 5)
4. Hose down the new activated charcoal filter to remove any loose granules ana
aust fines. ., -.
5. Install the new activated charcoal filters in the appropriate chamber. (Figure
2)
6. Replace the separator top to complete the installation.
7. The vent filter should be replaced each time the main filters are
replaced.
8. To change the vent filter lift off the vent top and remove the vent filter.
9. Clean the vent chamber thorouqhly to remove any residue.
10. Install the new vent filter and replace vent top to complete installation.
: The performance of the Ecosep is greatly effected by the separation
: characteristics of the compressor oil being used. If the oil is highly emulsified
'and does not separate well, then the activated charcoal filters will become
i saturated with oil more rapidly. Once the charcoal is saturated, efficiency is
reduced and the f il ter should be replaced. To maintain optimum performance from
your separator we reccmmend that annually the unit be completely emptied and
thoroughly cleaned. The Ecosep then should be put back in service by followL~g
. the initial installation instructions. New charcoal filters should be installed
! at this time as well.
Replacement Activated Charcoal Filters
Model Part Number
Quanti t~ Reauired
WT5 WT -CVF 5
WT-CMF 5
(Vent)
(Water
1
1
WT 10 WT-CVF 10
WT-CMF 10
(Vent)
(Water
1.
1.
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