SAFEUNIT™

System for Seal Water Control and

Seal Condition Monitoring.

MANUAL
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John Crane Safematic Oy

P.O. Box 10, FIN-40951 Muurame, Finland

Tel. +358 14 600 611
Fax +358 14 600 600
email: safematic@johncrane.fi
www.johncrane.com

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CONTENTS

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 6$)(81,7Π- A COMPLETE SOLUTION FOR SEAL WATER CONTROL AND SEAL CONDITION
MONITORING...................................................................................................................................................... 1

1.2. RELIABLE AND COMPACT ENTITY ..................................................................................................... 1


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6$)(81,7 APPLICATION DRAWINGS.............................................................................................. 2

1.4. FLOWMETER DISPLAY CLEANING DURING OPERATION ............................................................... 3

1.5. NON-CLOG VALVES - RELIABILITY..................................................................................................... 3

1.6. CHECK VALVE – PROVIDES TRUE PROTECTION ............................................................................ 4

1.7. ELECTRICAL ALARM ............................................................................................................................ 4

1.8. HOSE MARKINGS.................................................................................................................................. 4

1.9. SEAL WATER CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................. 5

1.10. UP-GRADING ......................................................................................................................................... 5

 6$)(81,7ΠSEAL WATER MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM SPARE PARTS .................... 6

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2.1. MATERIALS............................................................................................................................................ 7

2.2. OPERATIONAL LIMITS.......................................................................................................................... 7

2.3. OPERATION CIRCUMSTANCES .......................................................................................................... 7

2.4. ACCURACY............................................................................................................................................ 7

2.5. PRESSURE DROP............................................................................................................................... 10

2.6. ELECTRICAL LOW FLOW ALARM AND ADJUSTMENT RANGES ................................................... 11

2.7. SAFETY IN OPERATION ..................................................................................................................... 13

2.8. AUTHORITY APPROVALS .................................................................................................................. 14

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4.1. MECHANICAL SEALS.......................................................................................................................... 16

4.2. PACKINGS ........................................................................................................................................... 17

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6.1. PACKINGS SFP ................................................................................................................................... 18

6.2. FLUSH SEALS SFP.............................................................................................................................. 18

6.3. QUENCH SEALS SFQ ......................................................................................................................... 19

6.4. DOUBLE ACTING MECHANICAL SEALS SFD................................................................................... 19

6.5. EXAMPLE: SAFEUNIT™ IN A PAPER MILL ....................................................................................... 19

6.6. EXAMPLE: SAFEUNIT™ IN A PULP MILL .......................................................................................... 20

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7.1. INSTALLATION OF 6$)(81,7Œ(SEE ALSO 2.3) ............................................................................ 21

7.2. INSTALLATION OF COMPLETE SOLUTIONS ................................................................................... 22

7.3. OPERATION OF 6$)(81,7Π............................................................................................................ 23

7.4. OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL ALARM .............................................................................................. 26

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1.1. 6$)(81,7Π- A COMPLETE SOLUTION FOR SEAL WATER CONTROL AND

SEAL CONDITION MONITORING

6$)(81,7Πis used to control and monitor seal water flow and pressure at
each seal. It is also used to monitor seal condition during operation.

Typical applications are pumps, mixers and other rotating devices used in pro-
cess industry which use WATER as seal liquid.

1.2. RELIABLE AND COMPACT ENTITY

6$)(81,7Πbenefits:
• Seal monitoring is reliable and easy.
• Can be connected to process control system of the entire factory.
• No complicated piping connections - no potential leakage points.
• Simplified maintenance and seal installation - no seal water pipelines to be
disassembled.
• Less spare parts required - no couplings or valves required in the storage.

Now
6$)(81,7Œ
All in one

Before
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 1 = Pressure gauge.
 2 = Valve, that must be closed when changing the pres-
 sure gauge.
 3 = Valve, by which the pressure is led to the seal hous-
 ing.
4 = Pipe coupling.

5 = Meter showing the water flow.
6 = Pipe coupling.
7 = Flow regulating valve.

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1.3. SAFEUNIT™ APPLICATION DRAWINGS

Packing and Flush Type SFP SAFEUNIT™ type:

seals Type SFP
Type SFQ
Type SFD

Flow:
(03) 0,3-3 l/min (0,75 GPM)
(08) 0,5-8 l/min (2 GPM)
Quench seals Type SFQ (15) 3-15 l/min (4 GPM)

Pressure area:
10 bar (150 psi)
25 bar (360 psi)

Double acting Type SFD

mechanical seals Hoses:
and high pressure packings 3/8" 10 bar
3/8" 25 bar

Seal connections:
NPT 1/8 1/4 3/8
R(BSP-P) 1/2 Other
An example:
For packing seal SFP-08-10
(Please see section 3, Selection table)

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1.4. FLOWMETER DISPLAY CLEANING DURING OPERATION

Normal operation 6$)(81,7Πis equipped with a special

test and clean button that enables you to
clean the flowmeter display of any impuri-
ties which may collect while in use and
which may make getting readings more
difficult.

Cleaning/testing function When the button is pressed, a cleaning

piston cleans the entire display area.
Cleaning can be carried out without any
effect on flow rate, pressure or the opera-
tion of electrical alarm system. Cleaning
does not cause a low flow alarm, because
the floating indicator is moved away from
the alarm sensor.

Flow rate and pressure value can be easily checked at a glance.

1.5. NON-CLOG VALVES - RELIABILITY

Impurities in seal water can often cause control

valve clogging and jamming. 6$)(81,7Πflow
regulating valves operate on sector principle.
They let larger particles pass through flow
openings easier than traditional pin valves. Flow
regulating valves are equipped with easy-to-use
adjuster knobs.

Flow regulating valves are also the closing

valves.

Adjuster knobs are a part of standard flow

regulating valve. If required, flow regulating
valves can be set to be adjusted by manual tools
and to be locked as follows:
• Remove adjuster knob end cover plates
• Remove adjuster knobs (locking screw located under the cover plate).
• Attach flow regulating valve locking nuts (locking nuts are in the
6$)(81,7™ package).
• Use hex key to adjust the control valves (hex key is in the 6$)(81,7™
package).

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1.6. CHECK VALVE – PROVIDES TRUE PROTECTION

When there are problems with

pressure or seal damage oc-
+2 curs, check valve prevents
the product from getting into
6$)(81,7Πand to the seal
water line.

In ordinary check valves, the

valve spring is located at the
product side. A valve like that
gets easily clogged, when im-
purities have access to the
spring housing. In 6$)(81,7Œ, the spring is located at the clean seal water
side. Impurities have no access to the valve and therefore the valve does not
get clogged.

In 6$)(81,7Πsystem equipped with hoses, check valve is attached to the

6$)(81,7Πbase plate. This makes it easier to attach the hoses to the seal.

1.7. ELECTRICAL ALARM

An inductive alarm is an accessory which

can be connected to 6$)(81,7Œ. It
monitors seal water low flow limit. The
alarm impulse can be connected to proc-
ess control system of the entire factory.
The electrical alarm can also be used for
start-up and operation monitoring. Please
see section 2.6, Technical specifications,
inductive alarm.

1.8. HOSE MARKINGS

Hose couplings are marked with

,1 identification rings to make hose
installations easier.
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1.9. SEAL WATER CONNECTIONS

In 6$)(81,7Œ base plate, threading is either R1/8” (BSP-P) or NPT 1/4”

(USA). Please see section 3, 6$)(81,7Πselection table and ordering exam-
ple.

1.10. UP-GRADING

Safeunits have been manufactured for more than 20 years – which amounts to
more than 150 000 Safeunits. Most of them are still in use. Old systems can be
upgraded in the following way:

(Note: Upgrading does not apply to old models which have 20 mm or 35 mm

thick base plates. Install new 6$)(81,7Œ!)
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1. Flowmeter display
(acryl part)
OUT TO SEAL
• New flowmeter dis-
play component
2 1 can be installed to
22 mm base plates.
Base plates have 2,
3 or 4 acryl part
3 4 screws. Remove
FROM IN
SEAL
old acryl part from
the base plate and
install new acryl part. It is attached to the base plate with two or three
screws (M5x16 mm) using sockets 1, 2 and 3. (See illustrations of the base
plate from the bottom point of view). Check, that the o-rings (2 pcs) are
placed properly.

2. Pressure and flow regulating valves

• New flow regulating valves can be used with 22 mm base plates.

3. Pressure gauges
• All models (03, 08 and 15) are compatible with the new pressure gauge and
gauge coupling.

4. Electrical alarm
• John Crane 6$)(81,7Œ can be upgraded only with the new inductive
alarm (AC1 and DC 1).
• Old alarms (types DF-2 and FS-1) are no longer available.

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1.11. 6$)(81,7ΠSEAL WATER MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM SPARE PARTS

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22604.BMP 22605.BMP 22606.BMP

* Not available as spare part.

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NPT-thread 22771350 22771350 22771350
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3 l/min 22400050 22400050 22400050
8 l/min 22400100 22400100 22400100
15 l/min 22400150 22400150 22400150
35(6685(*$8*(&283/,1* 22640850 22640850
5(*8/$7,1*9$/9( 22400200 (1 pc) 22400200 (1 pc) 22400200 (2 pcs)
+26(&283/,1* 22640400 (2 pcs) 22640400 (2 pcs) 22640400 (4 pcs)
35(6685(*$8*(
0-10 bar 22600050 22600050
0-25 bar 22600150 22600150
3/8*)255(*8/$7,1* 22770030 (1 pc) 22770030 (1 pc)
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AC-1 22770511 22770511 22770511
DC-1 22770515 22770515 22770515

DIMENSIONS
Flowmeter, model 03, 08 and 15

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2.1. MATERIALS

Base plate, valves and couplings. AISI 316

Flowmeter display. Acryl (PMMA)
Pressure gauge Ø 63, R1/4” out- Plastic (APS), AISI 316, optional acces-
side threading. sory.
Hoses PVC/Nitrile, 16 bar
(steel reinforced R1T6, 25 bar)
Plastic and rubber parts. POM, EPDM, Nylon

2.2. OPERATIONAL LIMITS

6$)(81,7Πcan be used only in applications that use WATER as seal liquid.

Water temperature must be within +2 … + 60 °C (36 … 140 °F). The maximum

water pressure in the control unit is 25 bar. The maximum pressure limit must
not be exceeded under any circumstances.

2.3. OPERATION CIRCUMSTANCES

6$)(81,7Πmust be installed so that it does not get exposed to mechanical

wear and tear.

Hot surfaces may not be near 6$)(81,7Œ, since they may be able to raise
the temperature in 6$)(81,7Œ over 50 °C (122 °F). Due to danger of freez-
ing, 6$)(81,7Œ must not be used in temperatures below + 2 °C (36 °F).

6$)(81,7Πmaterials have been selected so that its corrosion resistance is

sufficient in normal factory circumstances. Materials are not resistant to strong
acids, alcohols and carbon hydrates. Weak acids and alkalics do not create
any problems.

2.4. ACCURACY

Control units are manufactured for three flow rate ranges:

Maximum reading at Flow- Application area Accuracy

meter
3 l/min 0,3 – 3 l/min 10 %
0,75 US GPM 0,08 - 0,75 US GPM
8 l/min 0,5 – 8 l/min 10 %
2 US GPM 0,12 - 2 US GPM
15 l/min 3 – 15 l/min 10 %
4 US GPM 0,75 - 4 US GPM

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Flowmeter reading at different water temperatures.

SFP 03, SFQ 03, SFD 03 SFP 08, SFQ 08, SFD 08
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SFP 15, SFQ 15, SFD 15

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12 4
10 3
8
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Note: 6$)(81,7Πcontrol unit is not a precision water meter but a unit de-
signed of monitoring and controlling seal water systems, and its accuracy is
sufficient for this purpose.

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2.5. PRESSURE DROP

SFP- C AND SFQ – C WITHOUT CHECK VALVE

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5 70
1.5 20 60
4
50
15
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10 30
0.5 2
5 20
1
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6 80
5
60
4
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SFD – C WITHOUT CHECK VALVE

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15 4 60
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2
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OPLQ OPLQ

6)'
8 100
6 80
60
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Hosing does not add on to pressure drop significantly.

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BACK VALVE PRESSURE DROP

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2.6. ELECTRICAL LOW FLOW ALARM AND ADJUSTMENT RANGES

6$)(81,7Πcan be equipped with an inductive sensor.

The sensor acts as a low flow alarm and alarms the systems when the flow rate
is too low.

There are two types of standard alarms: Both are of double-wire alarms of type
NC (normally closed), when the switch is not activated. Protection class is
Nema 4, IP 67.
If the current and type of electricity are known for certain, model DC-1 is rec-
ommended. Its overload protection prevents possible damages caused by
wrong connections.

Note: Double wire sensors always have some leakage current. Some old proc-
ess control logic systems do not tolerate leakage current at all. In these cases,
use an auxiliary relay or triple wire sensor.

On special order, it is possible to get for example three-wired sensors or sensor

suitable for EX explosion-protected facilities. Please, consult manufacturer for
guidance.

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Electrical Design 2-wire AC/DC 2-wire DC PNP/NPN 3-wire DC PNP 3-wire DC NPN Electrical Design Connection to control
monitors NV0100, NV0200
or other certified amplifiers
maximum values:
U=15V;1=50 mA;
P=180mW
Output NC NO/NC progr. NC NC Output NC
Operating voltage (V) 20…250 AC/DC 10…36 10…36 DC 10…36 DC Nominal voltage (V) 8.2 DC (1 kΩ)
Current rating (continuous) 350 AC (…+50°C); 150 250 250 Operating voltage (V) 5…25 DC
(mA) 250 AC (…+70°C); -
100 DC
Current rating (peak) (mA) Î: 2.2 A (20ms/0.5Hz) - -
Minimum load current (mA) 5 4 - - Max. Cable resistance (Ω) ≤ 50
Short circuit protection - ● ● ● Corrent consumption (un- ≥ 2.2
damped) (mA) ≤1
(damped)(mA)
Reverse polarity/overload - ● ● ● Internal capacitance (nF) ≤ 240
protection
Voltage drop (V) <6.5 AC/DC <4.6 <2.5 <2.5 Internal inductance (µH) ≤ 60
Leakage current (mA) <2.5 (250V AC); <1 - - Switching frequency (Hz) 300
<0.8 (24V DC)
Current consumption (mA) - - <15 (24V) <15 (24V) Output status indication -
Switching frequency (Hz) 25 AC/50 DC 300 300 300 Operating temperature (°C) -20…+70
Real sensing range Sr (mm) 8 ± 10 % 8 ± 10 % 8 ± 10 % 8 ± 10 % Protection IP 67
Operating distance (mm) 0…6.5 0…6.5 0…6.5 0…6.5 Shock resistance b max.(g) ≤ 30
t (ms) 11
Switch-point drift (% of Sr:) -10…+10 -10…+10 -10…+10 -10…+10 Vibration resistance fv (Hz) 10…55
a max. (mm) 1
Hysteresis (% of Sr) 1…15 1…15 1…15 1…15 Housing material PBTP
Correction factors steel= 1; stainless steel Mild steel =1; stainless Steel = 1; stainless steel Mild steel=1; stainless steel Approvals PTB-Approval-No. Ex-
approx. 0.7; brass approx. steel approx.0.7; brass approx. 0.7; brass approx. approx.0.7; brass approx. 94.C2128
0.4; Al approx. 0.3; Cu approx. 0.4; Al approx. 0.3; 0.4; Al approx. 0.3; Cu 0.4; Al approx. 0.3; Cu Resignation: EEx ia IIC T6
approx 0.2 Cu approx. 0.2 approx. 0.2 approx. 0.2
Output status indication LED yellow LED yellow LED yellow LED yellow Connection PVC cable, 2m/2x0.5 mm2
Operating temperature (°C) -25…+80 -25…+80 -25…+80 -25…+80
Protection IP 67 - IP 67 - IP 67 - IP 67 -
EMC prEN 60947-5-2 annex X; EN 60747-5-2; PrEN 60947-5-2 annex X; EN 60747-5-2;
EN 55011 class B EN 55011 class B EN 55011 class B EN 55011 class B
Housing material PBTP PBTP PBTP PBTP
Connection PVC cable, 2m/2x0.5 mm2 PVC cable, 2m/2x0.5 mm2 PVC cable, 2m/3x0.5 mm2 PVC cable, 2m/3x0.5 mm2
Wiring Wiring
Core colors: BN Core colors:
/
Brown = BN BK Brown = BN
Blue = BU Blue = BU
Black = BK BU / Black = BK
White = WH White = WH
Green/Yellow = GN/YE

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Low flow alarm adjustment ranges.

Maximum reading at flowme- Alarm adjustment

ter range
3 l/min 0,5 – 2 l/min
0,75 US GPM 0,1 - 0, 5 US GPM
8 l/min 1 – 3 l/min
2 US GPM 0,25 – 0,75 US GPM
15 l/min 6 – 12 l/min
4 US GPM 1,5 - 3 US GPM

Note: pressure fluctuations in seal water line can cause unnecessary alarms. Er-
roneous alarms can be inhibited by e.g. programming a delay into the process
control system in the following way:

Fluctuation in the flow, sensor sends an alarm -> delay 20 seconds - > alarm - >
delay 5 minutes -> device operation, unlocking and process equipment shutdown.

2.7. SAFETY IN OPERATION

From the safety point of view, the flowmeter display is the most critical component
in 6$)(81,7Œ. Limit values for pressure or temperature must not be exceeded
under any circumstances.

If there is a need to change the flowmeter display, make sure that the screws are
tightened evenly. Tighten the screws only to the tightness that is required for O-
rings to seal the flowmeter display against the base plate.

For models SFP (SFP-C) and SFD (SFD-C), always use FKHFNYDOYHin the water
line going to seal. In cases of a seal damage, it prevents the potentially poisonous
or hot process liquid from entering the flowmeter and seal water piping.

Using electrical alarm system is highly recommended. It speeds up data collection

in cases of damages.

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2.8. AUTHORITY APPROVALS

6$)(81,7Πdoes not require any approvals by authorities.

The electrical alarms have the following approvals:

DC-1 CE ,
AC-1 CE , UL , CSA
DC-3-PNP CE , GL
DC-3-NPN CE
EX-1 CE, PTB

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No pressure gauge  No couplings/no hoses  No inlet to Safeunit  No seal connections  No outlet connection  No support  No alarm unit 

7\SH6)3 6 bar/90 psi  Standard hose couplings/no hoses  Inlet hose only  Hoses only  Hose only   AC-1 

SFP R 1/8  3 (0,75 GPM)  EDUSVLVWDQGDUG  Safelock hose couplings/no hoses  Hose + NPT 1/2 M  Hose + R 1/8 M   Stand  DC-1 

SFP NPT 1/4  10 bar/145 psi AISI 316  6WDQGDUGKRVHFRXSOLQJVVWDQGDUGKRVHV  Hose + NPT 1/4 M  Hose + NPT 1/8 M   Bracket  DC-3 PNP 

8 (2 GPM)  10 bar/1000 kPa  Standard hose couplings/steel re-enforced hoses  Hose + R 1/4 M  Hose + R 1/4 M  Hose + R 1/4 M  DC-3 NPN 

7\SH6)4 16 bar/240 psi  Safelock hose couplings/Safelock hoses  Hose + ball valve R 1/4 F  Hose + NPT 1/4 M  Hose + NPT 1/4 M  EX-1 

SFQ R 1/8  15 (4 GPM)  25 bar/360 psi  Hose + R 3/8 M  Hose + R 3/8 M  Hose + R 3/8 M 

SFQ NPT 1/4  25 bar/360 psi AISI 316  Hose + NPT 3/8 M  Hose + NPT 3/8 M  Hose + NPT 3/8 M 

25 bar/2500 kPa  Hose + R 1/2 M  Hose + R 1/2 M  Hose + R 1/2 M 

7\SH6)' Over 16 bar = allways Hose + ball valve R 1/2 F  Hose + NPT 1/2 M  Hose + NPT 1/2 M 

SFD R 1/8  steel re-enforced hose

SFD NPT 1/4 

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QUENCH = WITHOUT PRESSURE GAUGE AND CHECK VALVE, SEAL WATER OUTLET HOSE PRESSURELESS FLOW
CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLED TO THE BASE PLATE IN TYPES WITH HOSES. (;

ALL HOSES, LENGHT = 1,5 m '&

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2UGHULQJ([DPSOH : Code 228442100000 for the Type SFP-08-10 Alarm unit

2UGHULQJ([DPSOH : Code 228620100000 for the Type SFQ-03-00 S= stand, B= bracket
2UGHULQJ([DPSOH : Code 228842100000 for the Type SFD-08-10
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6$)(81,7ZLWKDODUPXQLW DQGPRQLWRULQJV\VWHP NPT 1/8, NPT 1/4, NPT 3/8, NPT 1/2
6)3 = Type for packings and-
2UGHULQJ([DPSOH : Code 228842100001 for the Type SFD-08-10/AC-1 Flush seals Pressure gauge pressure area
6)4 = Type for Quench 00 = No pressure gauge
6$)(81,7ZLWKFRPSOHWHKRVH
seals 10 = 0 - 10 bar (0 - 150 PSI)
6)' = Type for double seals 25 = 0 - 25 bar (0 - 360 PSI)
2UGHULQJ([DPSOH Code 228442316020 for the Type SFP-C-08-10-R3/8"/S with all hoses, inlet to Safeunit hose only, seal connection R 3/8" male and high pressure packings
Flowmeter flow
with stand, no alarm unit 03 = 3 l/min
& = Complete unit including hoses,
2UGHULQJ([DPSOH : Code 228620398030 for the Type SFQ-C-03-00-R1/2"/B with all hoses, inlet with ball valve R1/2", seal connection R1/2" male, 08 = 8 l/min
couplings and back valve
with bracket, no alarm unit 15 = 15 l/min
2UGHULQJ([DPSOH : Code 228842386121 for the Type SFD-C-08-10-R3/8"/S/AC-1 with all hoses, inlet to Safeunit with R1/2" coupling, seal connections R3/8" male,

outlet from Safeunit hose only, with stand and AC-1 alarm unit

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4. TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR SEALS AND SEAL WATER SYSTEM

4.1. MECHANICAL SEALS

..
....

......
....
NORMAL OPERATION
There is no changes in preset seal water flow or pressure values.
.. . 0 .

.
... .. SEAL WATER FLOW INCREASES
......
....

SEAL WATER PRESSURE DECREASES

..

SS S S SS 0 . TROUBLE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS

S .
INSIDE THE SEAL

The seal water leaks to Prepare to change the seal.

SS S S S S the process.
S

The seal water leaks out from

the atmosphere side.

.
... ..
......
....

SEAL WATER FLOW DECREASES

SEAL WATER PRESSURE INCREASES
..

. 0 .
S TROUBLE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
INSIDE THE SEAL
S
The process liquid leaks Close the valve (B) and prepare to change
in to the seal. the seal.

TROUBLE CORRECTIVE
.. Flow of the Pressure of Outside the ACTIONS
.. .. seal water the seal water seal
......
....

Decreases Decreases The flow regulating Check and flush

..

. 0 . valve (A) the valve (A).

is plugged.

The pressure in the Check the inlet line.

seal water line has
decreased.

Increases Increases The pressure in the Check the inlet line.

seal water line has
increased.

Increases Decreases The seal water Tighten the

hoses are broken. connections or replace
the hoses.

Decreases Increases The pressure Check and flush

regulating valve (B) the valve (B).
is plugged.

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4.2. PACKINGS (STUFFING BOX)

.
... ..
NORMAL OPERATION
......

..
....
S
S . There is no changes in preset seal water flow or pressure values.
. 0
S
S

.
... ..
SEAL WATER FLOW INCREASES
......

..

SEAL WATER PRESSURE DECREASES

....

SS . 0
. TROUBLE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
S INSIDE THE SEAL
S
The packing set i worn. Prepare to re-pack.
SS The packing set has
S become loose. Tighten the packing.
S

.
... ..
......

..

SEAL WATER FLOW DECREASES

....

SEAL WATER PRESSURE INCREASES

. 0
.
S TROUBLE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
INSIDE THE SEAL

S The packing set

is packed too tight. Loosen the gland.

. Flow of the Pressure of TROUBLE CORRECTIVE

... .. seal water the seal water Outside the ACTIONS
......

..

seal
....

. Decreases Decreases The flow regulating Check and flush

. 0
valve (A) the valve (A).
Is plugged.

The pressure in the Check the inlet line.

seal water line has
decreased.

Increases Increases The pressure in the Check the inlet line.

seal water line has
increased.

Increases Decreases The seal water Tighten the

hose is broken. connections or
replace the hose.

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6$)(81,7ΠMANUAL

 6$)(81,7Œ%(1(),76

• Increases seal life-span - improves productivity and reduces maintenance

costs.
• Seal changes can be pre-determined - this decreases process interferences
and reduces the number of storage items.
• No uncontrolled seal water leaks into the process - this improves product qual-
ity and reduces energy costs.
• Reduces seal maintenance costs - maintenance performed on time is always
the most economical type of maintenance.
• Seal water volume required could be minimized - this reduces fresh water,
waste water and seal water cleaning costs.
• Perfect for seal water control and seal condition monitoring both visually and
electronically.

 6$9,1*6

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6.1. PACKINGS SFP

Max. leakage flow can be pre- No uncontrolled seal water leakage in

determined. case of packing seal damage.
Total leakage volume can be Also leakage to the process can be
controlled. monitored.
Invisible leakage into the process is nor-
mally about 90 %.
Normal water consumption with Water consumption with packing seals
uncontrolled packing seal is 2 - controlled by 6$)(81,7Πis 1 - 4 l/min.
15 l/min. Average reduction 6 l/min.
Need for maintenance can be No expensive overtime costs or surprising
accurately monitored. shut-downs.
Successful packing seal installa- No need for a renewal package for after-
tion can be confirmed. start-up.
Seal water supply can be se- For example, lantern ring clogging can be
cured. detected.
Leakage of air from packing seal Problems caused by air bubbles in the
into the process can be pre- process can be avoided (for example the
vented. paper machine head box fan pump.)

6.2. FLUSH SEALS SFP

The water volume to be led into Water consumption with flush seals con-
the process can be accurately trolled by 6$)(81,7Πis 2 - 4 l/min. Av-
determined. erage savings 4 l/min.
Normal water consumption with
uncontrolled flushing seals is 5 -
10 l/min.

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6.3. QUENCH SEALS SFQ

Flow rate can be accurately de- No pressure problems at secondary seal

termined. caused by high flow rate.

6.4. DOUBLE ACTING MECHANICAL SEALS SFD

Flow rate and pressure can be Correct water and pressure parameters
accurately adjusted. guarantee long seal life span.
No operation problems at unbalanced
seals caused by wrong pressure settings.
Seal life span with uncontrolled With controlled seal water systems, it is 3
seal water systems is 1 -3 years. - 6 years. Average increase in life span
2.5 years.
Leakage into the process can be Water and energy costs caused by leak-
monitored. No unnecessary wa- age are avoided.
ter consumption.
Water consumption with uncon- Water consumption with seals controlled
trolled seals is 3 - 6 l/min. by SAFEUNIT™ is 1,5 - 3 l/min. Average
savings 2 l/min.
Seal condition can be monitored No expensive overtime costs or surprising
and need for change can be pre- shut-downs.
dicted.
Electrical alarm monitors seal Damages caused by seal overheating and
water minimum flow rate level. dry running can be avoided.

6.5. EXAMPLE: SAFEUNIT™ IN A PAPER MILL

Typical water costs in Paper & Pulp industry (Finland)

Water price EUR 0,08 (USD 0.09)/m³

Waste water processing EUR 0,42 (USD 0.44)/m³
Water heating ∆t/ 1°C EUR 0,003 (USD 0.003)/m³
Water evaporation (6-phase evaporation plant) EUR 3,36 (USD 3.51)/m³

250 pumps, 200 of which with staffing box and 50 with single Flush seals.

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Water consumption reduction/pump 6 l/min = 8,64 m³/day = 2.894 m³/year

Water consumption reduction/ 200 pumps = 578 800 m³/year
Savings in water costs EUR 0,08 (USD 0.09)/m³ x 578 800 m³ = EUR 48 673,58
(USD 50 863.89)/year
Savings in waste water costs EUR 0,42 (USD 0.44)/m³ x 578 800 m³ =
EUR 243 367,92 (USD 254 319.48)/ year
Cold water, cooling the process must be heated 15 °C - 60 °C = 45 °C

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Savings in water heating costs EUR 7,56 (USD 7.90)/m³ x EUR 0,003 (USD
0.003)/m³ x 578 800 m³ = EUR 87 612,45 (USD 91 555.01)/ year

Total savings EUR 379 653,97 (USD 396 738.39)/year

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Water consumption reduction/pump 4 l/min = 5,76 m³/day = 2 894 m³/year

Water consumption reduction/ 50 pumps = 96 500 m³/year
Savings in water costs EUR 8 115,06 (USD 8 480.24)/year
Savings in waste water costs EUR 40 575,33 (USD 42 401.22)/year
Savings in water heating costs EUR 14 607,12 (USD 15 264.44)/year

Total savings EUR 63 398,43 (USD 66 251.36)/year

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6.6. EXAMPLE: SAFEUNIT™ IN A PULP MILL

Fibre line (pumps, mixers etc.) 200, double acting seal face seals. Lime line,
power plant (pumps, mixers etc.) 150 double acting mechanical seals.

Water consumption reduction/pump 2 l/min = 2.88 m³/day = 2 894 m³/year

Water consumption reduction/ 350 pumps = 337.750 m³/year
Savings in water costs EUR 28 402,73 (USD 29 680.85)/year
Savings in waste water costs EUR 142 013,68 (USD 148 404.29)/year
In lime line, leaky seals on the average: 30 seals. Leakage 5 l/min/seal

Leakage to the process 72 360 m³ / year

Cold water, cooling the process must be heated 15 °C 75 °C = 60 °C
Savings in water heating costs EUR 10,09 (USD 10.54)/m³ x EUR 0,003
(USD 0.003)/m³ x 72 360 m³/year
EUR 14 604,09 (USD 15 261.27)/year
Savings in evaporation costs 72 360 m³/ year x EUR 3,36 (USD 3.51/ m³ /year
EUR 243 401,56 (USD 254 354.63)/ year
Seal life span in uncontrolled seal water system is on the average 2.5 years. Seal
repair needed in 140 pumps out of 350 pumps. Average life span in controlled
seal water system is 5 years, repair needed for 70 pumps/year.
Average seal repair costs, including seal changes EUR 1 261,40
(USD 1 318.17)/seal
Savings 70 repair procedures x changes EUR 1 261,40 (USD 1 318.17)/seal
EUR 88 298,66 (USD 92 272.10)/ year

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INSTALLATION OF 6$)(81,7Œ(SEE ALSO 2.3)

Install the 6$)(81,7Πto a place where it is accessable for reading and testing.

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7.2. INSTALLATION OF COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

 


 


 
 


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7.3. OPERATION OF 6$)(81,7Œ

7<3(6)3
− Lead water to the Flowmeter.
− Disconnect the waterline of the packings from
the water connection of the stuffing box.
− Use the regulating valve (A) to adjust a flow
rate allowed to worn packings.
− Reconnect the water connection to the pack-
ings.
− Adjust the tightness of the packings. The
pressure gauge shows the pressure in the
packing.

– Adjust the red indicator (D) of the Flowmeter and the red arrow (E) of the pres-
sure gauge to show the desired values. This allows you to control changes in
flow and pressure. These changes indicate the condition of the seal.

Water connections

1. Water in 2. To seal

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1. Press the button (C) on the right side of the unit. This does not affect the pres-
sure or the flow of the seal water.
2. The display surface is now cleaned by the pusher.
3. Repeat until full readability is reached.
4. When the alarm is connected, pushing the cleaning button won’t cause an ex-
tra alarm.

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TYPE SFQ
− Lead water to the Flowmeter.
− Use the regulating valve (A) to adjust the
desired flow. Please note! An excessive
flow will increase the pressure of the seal
water on the seal and may damage the
atmosphere side lip seal or cause exces-
sive leakage.
− Adjust the red indicator (D) of the Flow-
meter to show the desired values. This al-
lows you to control changes in flow. These
changes indicate the condition of the seal.

Water connections

1. Water in 2. To seal

Cleaning

1. Press the button (C) on the right side of the unit. This does not affect the pres-
sure or the flow of the seal water.
2. The display surface is now cleaned by the pusher.
3. Repeat until full readability is reached.
4. When the alarm is connected, pushing the cleaning button won't cause an extra
alarm.

TYPE SFD
− Lead water to the Flowmeter.
− Open both valves (A and B) fully open.
− Use the regulating valve (A) to adjust the de-
sired flow.
− Use the regulating valve (B) to adjust the de-
sired pressure (although the flow decreases).
− Calibrate flow and pressure by turning both
valves (add and reduce) to reach desired
values.
− Adjust the red indicator (D) of the Flowmeter
and the red arrow (E) of the pressure gauge
to show the desired values.

This allows you to control changes in flow and pressure. These changes indicate
the condition of the seal.

Water connections

1. Water in 2. To seal 3. From seal 4. Out

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1. Press the button (C) on the right side of the unit. This does not affect the pres-
sure or the flow of the seal water.
2. The display surface is now cleaned by the pusher.
3. Repeat until full readability is reached.
4. When the alarm is connected, pushing the cleaning button won’t cause an ex-
tra alarm.

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7.4. OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL ALARM

ALARM FUNCTION

The alarm signal is issued by an opening contact. The normally closed contact opens
when the flow rate falls below a preset lower limit.

INDICATOR FUNCTION

LED light on. Flow rate within permissible range.

LED light off. Low flow alarm activated.

ADJUSTMENT RANGE OF THE ALARM UNIT

• Model 03: 0,5 - 2,0 l/min (0,1 - 0,5 GPM)

• Model 08: 1,0 - 3,0 l/min (0,25 - 0,75 GPM)
• Model 15: 6,0 - 12,0 l/min (1,5 - 3,0 GPM)

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ADJUSTMENT OF THE ALARM UNIT

1. Set the flow to the desired lower limit by the Flowmeter.

2. Loosen the locking screw and attach the alarm in to the body and move the alarm hori-
zontally to the position in which the alarm is activated. The alarm is at the minimum
value of the adjustment range when the alarm is in the leftmost position as viewed from
the rear of the alarm unit which is, e.g., 1 l/min (0,25 GPM) for Model 8. To increase
the setting toward its max. value which is, e.g., 3 l/min (0,75 GPM) for Model 8, move
the alarm to the right.
3. Tighten the lock screw of the alarm.
4. Check the correct function of the alarm unit by the LED indicator. The LED should turn
off at the alarm point and stay off when the flow rate is reduced to zero. The LED
should stay on only when the flow is within the permissible range of flow rate.
5. Finally adjust the seal water flow rate to desired value with the help of the Flowmeter.

NOTE! Unnecessary alarms may also be caused by the occational pressure fluctuations in the
seal water line. Such erroneous alarms can be inhibited by, e.g, programming a delay in
the process control system or using a delay unit with an independent power supply.

The delay can be programmed as follows:

Fluctuation in the flow -> delay 20 seconds -> alarm -> delay 5 minutes -> shut
down of the equipment.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONOF$&
Please see section 2.6, Electrical low flow alarm and adjustment ranges.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OF '&

Please see section 2.6, Electrical low flow alarm and adjustment ranges.

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1. Can I use any other seal liquid than water?

• No. 6$)(81,7Œ has only been calibrated for water.
• Also, the rubber parts of 6$)(81,7Œ have been designed for water only.

2. How do I clean a dirty flowmeter display?

• Wipe the exterior surface with a moist cloth.
• Use the test and clean button to clean the inner surface of the flowmeter dis-
play. If necessary, use a brush and cleanser.

3. Does the use of the test and clean button affect the seal water pressure and
seal water flow?
• No, it does not.

4. Are there special seal water requirements for 6$)(81,7Œ?

• The recommendation is to follow the seal water recommendations given by the
seal manufacturer.
• If the water contains a lot of humus, the Flowmeter must be cleaned more of-
ten.
• Do not use water containing fiber.

5. Are there any special requirements for the operation circumstances?

• The temperature must be between +2°C to +50°C.
• Notice the chemical resistance of the plastic parts (test and clean button, pres-
sure gauge, scale sticker).

6. Does the pressure gauge tolerate pressure fluctuations?

• The glycerine filled pressure gauge tolerates pressures within the scale on the
pressure gauge.

7. Can I use 6$)(81,7Πfor purposes other than controlling and monitoring wa-
ter flow and pressure?
• Yes, 6$)(81,7Œ can also be used for monitoring the condition of seals and
seal water lines.
• Please see section 4, Trouble shooting for seals and seal water system.
8. What causes the alarm to go off?
• An inductive low level switch triggers the alarm when the seal water flow goes
below the set value.
• An inductive sensor recognizes the location of a metal float.
9. Is it possible to connect the alarm to AC (Alternating Current) and/or DC (Direct
Current)?
• AC-1 alarm can be connected to both AC and DC.
• The DC-1 alarm can be connected only to DC.
• Please see section 2.6, Electrical Low Flow Alarm and Adjustment Ranges.

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10. Are PNP or NPN connections possible?

• When using DC-1 alarm both PNP and NPN connections are possible.
• Please see section 2.6, Electrical Low Flow Alarm and Adjustment Ranges.

11. Is it possible to have triple wire alarms?

• Yes, DC-3 is a triple wire alarm.

12. What is the purpose of the red needle (memory pin) in the pressure gauge and
the red pointer (memory pin) in the Flowmeter?
• Both serve as memory indicators. You can mark the preset values by these in-
dicators.
• The memory indicators also serve the purpose of monitoring condition.

13. How can I be sure that the check valve has been installed the right way?
• An arrow in the body of the check valve shows the flow direction.

14. What connector thread sizes are available?

• All of the common R- (BSP-P) and NPT-thread sizes (1/8, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2).

15. Are there any other 6$)(81,7Πsizes available than 0-8 l/min and 10 bar?
• Yes, please see section 3, 6$)(81,7Œ selection table and ordering example.

16. Can I use steel reinforced hose?

• The steel reinforced hose is standard on the pressure area 0 – 25 bar.
• Otherwise, textile hose is used.

17. Can I lock the regulating valve?

• Yes, remove the adjuster knobs and set the locking nuts to the barbs of the
regulating valves. The locking nuts are delivered with every 6$)(81,7Œ.

18. Can I place 6$)(81,7Πto EX-protected space?

• Yes, but only the 6$)(81,7Œ with EX-protected alarm or totally without
alarm.

19. Availability of Spare Parts?

• Please see section 1.11, Spare Parts
20. Can I buy the acryl part separately?
• No, only the calibrated Flowmeter assembly can be purchased as a spare part.
• Please notice that the inner parts of the older 6$)(81,7Œ are different from
the John Crane 6$)(81,7Œ.
21. Can I install a new acryl part to an old base plate?
• Yes, please notice that only a complete Flowmeter assembly can be mounted
to the old base plate.
• Please see section 1.10, Up-grading

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22. Why is the alarm sensor a NC (normally closed) type?

• The connection of the NC type of sensors to the Process Control System is
made to be failsafe, which means that damage to the cable also triggers an
alarm.

23. Why is a double wire sensor used?

• The double wire is a common requirement.
• This means savings in cable costs.

24. Why is an inductive sensor used?

• The operation principle is simple and it has been proven to be reliable.

25. A customer has an old DF-2 or DF-1 sensor and wants to change it. What can
I do?
• Replace the old acryl part with a new one. DF-2 and FS-1 are no longer avail-
able so a new, inductive alarm must also be used.

26. What does “water permanganate number” mean?

• The number indicates the amount of humus in the water.

27. The alarm does not allow leakage flow. What can I do?
• In the case of leakage flow, you need to connect an auxiliary relay or triple wire
sensor.

28. What if the Flowmeter gets dirty very quickly?

• The quality of the seal water should be checked.
• The test and clean button should be used more often.

29. Can I connect one 6$)(81,7Πto several seals?

• No. It would not be possible to monitor the seal condition or to be sure that the
water flow to the seal is adequate.

30. What do I do if there is no alarm?

• Check that the sensor has been placed properly in its groove.
• Check the connection.
• Disconnect the sensor and test it separately.
• Replace the sensor.

31. What if the float gets stuck?

• Press the test and clean button several times while the water pressure is on.

32. Is it possible to get 6$)(81,7Πof special build?

• Yes, if the ordered quantity is sufficient to cover the cost of design.
• Consult Safematic Engineering for guidance.

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MANUFACTURER

JOHN CRANE SAFEMATIC OY

P.O. Box 10, FIN-40951 Muurame, Finland
Tel. +358 14 600 611, fax +358 14 600 600
safematic@johncrane.fi
www.johncrane.com

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Mr. Erkki Laurikainen

erkki.laurikainen@johncrane.fi or

Mr. Jyrki Ristola

jyrki.ristola@johncrane.fi

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