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AIPU Mud Agitator Installation,

Operation & Maintenance Manual

Company name: AIPU Solids Control Co., Ltd.

Website: http://www.aipusolidcontrol.com
Address: No.3 RD.Weiyang, Jinghe Industrial Zone
Xian city, Shaanxi province, China.
Zip Code: 710000
E-mail: sales@aipusolidcontrol.com
Eric@aipusolidscontrol.com
Tel: +86-29-63611979
Mobile: +86-13659244664

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Content
1. Overview

2. Safety instructions

3. Application, structure & features

Application

Features

4. Structure and operation principle

Major components

Drive Motor

Gear Drive

5. Model selection and installation

Sizing

Installation

Leveling

Gearbox mounting plate

Shaft assembly

Impeller assembly

Motor and gearbox assembly and installation

Gearbox and impeller coupling connection

Gearbox lubricant level

6. Electrical connections

7. Storage & handling

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8. Machine start up & shutdown

Initial startup

Normal startup and operation

Normal shutdown procedure

Emergency shutdown

9. Maintenance

General

Routine maintenance

10. Troubleshooting

11. Recommended spare parts

12. Terms of warranty

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1. Overview
This manual provides installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for AIPU
mud agitators. The manual is divided into several parts to assist the user inreadily
accessing the information.

Personnel responsible for transporting, installing, commissioning, operating, or performing

maintenance on this equipment are required to read and understand the instructions
provided in this manual. One copy of this manual should be available and accessible at the
equipment location.

For machine safety and performance, no additions and/or changes may be made to the
equipment without the explicit written permission of AIPU Solids Control. Genuine
AIPU repair/replacement parts are required。

Fig. 1-1: AIPU agitator (Welding type impeller)

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Fig.1-2 AIPU agitator（Casting type impeller）

2. Safety instructions
All persons responsible for operation and maintenance of this equipment must read and
understand all safety information in this manual prior to operating and/or maintaining the
equipment. The safety warnings listed below are included in applicable procedures
throughout this manual.

a. While operating agitator without/with load, add qualified lubricating oil to required oil
level into worm gearbox.
b. To ensure proper balance and orientation when unit is raised and prevent damage to
components, attach lifting sling only between motor and gear drive. Do not attempt Lifting
by attachment to eyebolt on motor or any other Location.
c. Be sure that handling devices have sufficient lifting capacity to safely handle the weight
of the equipment.
d. Clarify the correct direction of agitator before usage.
e. To avoid serious personal injury of un-expected motor startup, be sure equipment is
locked out, tagged out, and de-energized prior to install / or maintenance and/or

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adjustments.

DO NOT operate the equipment if defective or faulty mechanical or electrical components

are detected.

3. Application, structure & features

Application
APMA series mud agitator is one of the important equipment for mud system. It is
mainly used for agitating drilling fluids, avoid particle in fluids deposit to tank bottom.
It is high-efficiency mud-mixing units offered in a wide array of custom sizes and
configurations to accommodate virtually any mud tank. The horizontal drive is designed
for installations having limited space above the mud tank.

The mud agitator stirs mud slurry to maintain suspension of solids. The agitator is mounted
on top of the mud tank and has one or two impeller(s) immersed in the mud slurry. The
impeller shaft is directly coupled to an electric drive motor that is available in several
horsepower ratings from 7.5 to 25.

AIPU does not authorize any other use of this equipment, intended usage of the
equipment includes compliance with the operating, maintenance, and safety instructions
provided in this manual。

Mud agitator design should be based on tank dimension, inner depth and mud
condition. AIPU horizontal agitators utilize worm gear reducer. Welding type or casting
type impeller for option.
The impeller is fixed to the shaft with bolts to avoid rotating or sway (connection with key
groove optional). Its vertical location on the shaft is determined as a height from the tank
bottom corresponding to the impeller diameter times 0.75. For example, a 20” impeller
should be mounted 15” above the bottom. AIPU recommends straight impeller blades
for

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tanks under 5’ deep and canted blades for deeper tanks. If dual impellers are desired,
straight blades are mounted on the bottom and the canted blade impeller is installed at a
point about two-thirds above the tank bottom.

The keyed motor and driven impeller shafts are rigidly connected by a multi-piece
coupling, which uses tapered locking bushings to secure the shafts together. Shaft lengths
are customized to suit customer specifications. For shafts longer than 8’, a stabilizer is
mounted on the tank bottom to support the lower end of the shaft.

Features
a. Utilize worm gear reducer. Compact design, perfect joggle and reliable operation.
b. Worm gear reducer combined with explosion-proof motor, which enable stable
performance in wild severe environment.
c. Input shaft of explosion-proof motor are connected to gearbox with elastic coupling
directly, rather than belt-drive. It enables stable speed of impeller.
d. The mud agitators are high-efficiency mud-mixing units offered in a wide array of
custom sizes, and configurations to accommodate virtually any mud tank. It is to avoid
over-load of current during start up motor.
e. Horizontal type of motor. It is convenient for installation, adjustment or replacement.
Main parameters of agitator

Model APMA5.5 APMA7.5 APMA11 APMA15

5.5kw(7.5hp) 7.5kw(10hp) 11kw(15hp) 15kw(20hp)

Motor power

Impeller speed 60/72RPM 60/72RPM 60/72RPM 60/72RPM

Single-layer 850mm 950mm 1050mm 1200

impeller,
welding type
(Standard)
Double- layer N/A Up:800mm Up:850mm Up:950mm
impeller, Down:800mm Down:850mm Down:950mm
welding type

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(Standard)

Casting type 600mm 700mm Up:600mm Up:700mm

impeller, Down:600mm Down:600mm
(Standard)
25:1 25:1 25:1 25:1
Ration
Overall 900*700*600m 900*750*610mm 1100*840*705m 1200*1000*760m
dimension m m m
(L*W*H)
380V/50HZ Or 460V/60HZ, or customized
Electric Specs
Shaft length and Customized shaft according to tank inner depth / mud condition optional
impeller
Explosion-proof motor
Remarks Shaft stabilizer available
Customized impeller diameter available

4. Structure and operation principle

Major components
AIPU mud agitator is made of explosion-proof motor, worm gear reducer.
impeller, mounting plate, elastic coupling, and rigid coupling. Explosion-proof motor and
worm gear reducer installed on mounting plate. Elastic coupling connect explosion-proof
motor input shaft and gearbox input shaft. Impeller shaft and gearbox output shaft are
connected by rigid coupling.
Although the arrangement mud agitator components is identical across the various sizes
and configurations, the drive motor, impeller, shaft length and diameter, gear drive, and
motor orientation vary between models. Figure 2 shows the typical components of a mud
agitator. The configuration for the same power rating is identical, except for the type of ear
drive. The unit is shipped unassembled and requires assembly by a trained, qualified
technician.

No Items Series No. Specs Qty Remarks

1 Motor & worm APMA150-01 Assembly 1
gear reducer unit

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component
2 700mm impeller APMA110-02 ZG35# 1
3 Impeller LM1400048S1 SUS316 2
installation nut
Impeller TD1400048S1 SUS316 8
installation spring
washer
Impeller PD1400048S1 SUS316 8
installation flat
washer.
Impeller LS1414048S1 SUS316 8
installation bolt
4 Shaft APMA055-03 Assembly 1
unit
5 Shaft installation LS1407048S1 SUS316 6
bolt
6 Stabilizer APMA055-04 SUS316 1

Fig.2: Main components of agitator

Drive Motor
The mud agitator is operated by a 3-phase induction motor. Drive motors range from 7.5 to

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25 horsepower with customized hz and voltage; the power requirements are specified on
the customer order. Electric power, switching, and safety devices are provided by the
customer.
AIPU can offer starter for agitator as request. All components come from Siemens
of Schneider.

Gear Drive
Rotation of the drive motor is transferred to the impeller shaft through the directly coupled
gear drive. The drive is a reduction gearbox and is factory assembled to the drive motor.
The drive is sized to apply the maximum torque required to produce the design impeller
rotation speed of 60 rpm under 50hz, and 72 rpm under 60hz.

Impeller
Impellers are available in diameters ranging from 20” to 52” to meet the needs of various
size mud tanks. The impeller diameter is generally determined by the size of the tank.
Larger or deeper tanks employ dual impeller units having a secondary impeller mounted
closer to the mud surface. The impeller is mounted on the shaft using a tapered locking
bushing. A bolt / key inserted in the impeller shaft locks the impeller to the shaft and
prevents rotation. Canted impeller blades are desirable near the bottom of tanks more than
5’ deep or where other forces of flow factor may be absent in the tank.

Welded
type
impeller

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Casting
type
impeller

Fig.3: Impeller type

5. Model selection and installation

Before installation / disassembly, read and understand ALL safety information presented in
this manual and associated documents. Review the equipment handling procedures in the
manual. Pay particular attention to information concerning “lift points” and the use of
spreader bars before lifting or moving the equipment.
Failure to observe proper equipment handling procedures may result in serious personal
injury and/or damage to the equipment.

Sizing
For proper mixing and suspension of solids, the mud agitator must be properly sized and
installed. To properly size a mud agitator, proceed as follows:
1. Select desired style – horizontal with welded / casting impeller
2. Determine available electric power - 440V/460V/380，60HZ , 380V/400V/415V，50HZ
or customized.
3. Select horsepower and impeller(s) as determined by the following factors:
a. Tank design - round or square
b. Tank dimensions
c. Maximum mud weight
d. Desired turnover ratio (TOR)

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After gathering the required information, the agitator can be properly sized to meet the
horsepower demand and correct agitation for the application. To ensure accurate
sizing, AIPU recommends clients to communicate with AIPU people to make sure size
and model.
Following are operational recommendations for mud agitators:
1. Maintain uniform tank dimensions, i.e. equal width-to-length ratio or as close as
possible to equal.
2. Avoid TOR values greater than 85 seconds, as this may jeopardize solids suspension.
3. Avoid TOR values less than 40 seconds, as this may result in formation of a vortex and
increase air entrapment.

Installation
Following are the sequential steps of the mud agitator installation procedure. The sequence
presented is a guideline and may vary depending on the user’s facilities, previous
experience with this equipment, and optional equipment.
1. Read and understand all safety information & handling procedures in this manual, and
identify the mud agitator components.
2. Locate and weld mounting plate and stabilizer (if required) to tank structure.
3. Place shaft in tank, and assemble impeller(s), tapered bushings, and male coupling on
shaft.
4. Install female coupling on gearbox shaft.
5. Install motor and gearbox assembly, and attach shaft coupling to gearbox coupling.
6. Connect electric power supply to drive motor.

Leveling
To prevent undue premature wear on the gearbox or coupling and ensure long-term
reliability and efficiency of the mud agitator, the impeller shaft should rotate in a true
vertical orientation. This vertical installation is achieved by ensuring that the mounting
plate is absolutely horizontal. If a stabilizer is used, it must be directly aligned with the

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center of the mounting plate. The following paragraphs describe the correct methods for
installing the mounting plate and stabilizer.
Agitator mounting dimension as showed as following.

Fig.4: Agitator on the tank

Motor
Power
5.5kw 7.5kw 11kw 15kw
S/C
A 640 640 690 770

B 700 700 750 840

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C 290 290 320 370

D 350 350 394 440

E ∅22 ∅22 ∅22 ∅22

F 595 595 657 700

G 903 903 1031 1133

H 97 97 97 115

Fig. 5 Agitator mounting dimension

Gearbox mounting plate

The mounting location must be determined before the gearbox is installed. When selecting
the mounting plate location, ensure that sufficient clearance is provided between the
impeller blades and the tank wall. Use a level to ensure absolute, horizontal orientation of
the mounting plate in two perpendicular directions. Select shims as needed to achieve level
mounting, mark the position of shims, and then remove the plate from the tank as it must

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be placed onto the gearbox shaft before installing the female coupling.

If impeller shaft is more than 8’ long, a stabilizer is required to support the lower end of
the shaft.
Install the stabilizer as follows:
1. Drop a plumb line through the center of the mounting plate to locate the exact center
position of the stabilizer on the tank floor.
2. After determining its proper location, weld the stabilizer to tank floor.

Shaft assembly
Following installation of the stabilizer (if needed), place the shaft in the tank and assemble
as follows:
Hoist the shaft vertically, and carefully lower into the tank while maintaining suitable
support to permit assembly of impeller(s) and male coupling. While assemble shaft and
impeller, rigid coupling should assembled with spring waster and flat washer, and then
tighten, otherwise, it may cause runout of impeller shaft, and speed up the abrasion of
gearbox and bearing.

Impeller assembly
Install impeller with shaft, fixed with M14x140 bolt (2 bolts for each set of impeller) The
impeller mounting location is kept by AIPU before delivery.
For a canted single impeller or a dual impeller shaft, AIPU sets the distance of the lower
impeller from the tank floor at 75 percent of the impeller diameter. Mount the optional
second impeller at a distance above the tank floor that is equal to 2/3 of the tank’s
maximum mud height. For example, if the tank mud depth is 10’, the second (upper)
impeller key should be centered approximately 6.5’ above the bottom of the tank. For tank
depths of 6’ or less, install a single straight impeller not more than 12” above the tank
floor.

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1031

657
97
L
M

S=2 3M
50

320
200

394
320
690
750

Fig.6: Motor and gearbox installation instruction

Motor and gearbox assembly and installation

AIPU Solids control Co., Ltd. will install motor and gearbox before delivery. Clients

can installation or disassembly as request. For details, please refer motor/gearbox

user manual.

Gearbox and impeller coupling connection

1. Position and align shafts so that couplings are brought together, and fully mate couplings
on shaft and gearbox
2. Check for a gap at any location around the coupling flanges. A gap indicates angular

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misalignment. Difficulty in mating the shafts indicates parallel misalignment. Alignment

should be checked with a dial indicator before bolting flanges together.
3. After aligning couplings, insert and tighten hex head screws (supplied with male
coupling) to the recommended torque. Tighten in stages, using an alternating pattern until
final torque is reached. Re-check torque after completing tightening sequence.

Fig. 7: Coupling assembly

Gearbox lubricant level

Verify that lubricant level in the gearbox reaches the bottom of the oil level plug. Refer to
Figure 8 for location of oil level plug.

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Vent plug

Drain plug Level plug

Fig. 8: Gearbox Plug Locations

6. Electrical connections
WARNING! TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY BE SURE
EQUIPMENT IS LOCKED OUT, TAGGED OUT, AND
DE-ENERGIZED PRIOR TO PERFORMING MAINTENANCE
AND/OR ADJUSTMENTS.

WARNING! MOTOR MUST BE OPERATED AT THE DESIGNATED

SUPPLY VOLTAGE.

WARNING! HIGH VOLTAGE MAY BE PRESENT. BE SURE FUSED

DISCONNECT SUPPLYING ELECTRICAL POWER TO THIS
EQUIPMENT IS OPEN. LOCK-OUT AND TAG-OUT POWER
SUPPLY TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL APPLICATION OF POWER
WHILE MAINTENANCE AND/OR ADJUSTMENTS ARE IN
PROGRESS.

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WARNING! ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN

ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC)
AND ALL APPLICABLE LOCAL CODES. FAILURE TO COMPLY
MAY RESULT IN AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT COULD INJURE
PERSONNEL OR DAMAGE EQUIPMENT.
ENSURE THAT ALL ELECTRICAL AND CONDUIT
CONNECTIONS ARE SECURE.

Before making power connections, be sure that electrical source meets one of the following
standards:
1. AC power at rated frequency is within ±10 percent of rated voltage, or
2. AC power at rated voltage is within ±5 percent of rated frequency, or
3. Combined variation in voltage and frequency is ±10 percent of rated values, provided
the frequency variation does not exceed ±5 percent of rated frequency.
Refer to drive manufacturer’s literature in Section 10 for additional assistance in making
electrical connections.

7. Storage & handling

If the machine will not be installed immediately, it should be covered with a tarpaulin
(tarp). If unit is stored outdoors, use a UV- resistant tarp, or UV-resistant shrink-wrap.
Install vents when using shrink-wrap. Seal operating and maintenance manual in plastic,
and attach to unit.
AIPU mud agitators are shipped disassembled except for motor and gearbox, which are
supplied as an assembly. All components including shaft are packaged in a sea/air worthy
wooden case.
The delivered equipment should be transported on the ground using a forklift, lifting lugs
as showed as fig.8.

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Fig. 9 Mud agitator lifting lugs

8. Machine start up & shutdown

This section contains initial and normal startup and shutdown procedures for the mud
agitator. These procedures are designed to ensure safe operation and shutdown of the
equipment.

Initial startup
The Initial Startup procedure is to be used when the equipment is being started for the first
time, or when equipment is returned to use after an extended period out of service. The
initial startup is performed as follows:
1) Verify that all operators and maintenance personnel have read and understand all
operating and safety information.
2) Verify that equipment has been assembled and installed in accordance with part 2.
3) Check oil level in gearbox (see part 2). If low, fill to bottom of level plug.
4) Jog drive motor to check that impeller rotates in the correct direction. If rotation is
incorrect, shut down and lock out and tag out electric power, and reverse any two leads to
switch direction of motor rotation.

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5) Start up mud agitator in accordance with the Normal Startup procedure.

Normal startup and operation

After the initial startup, the mud agitator is started up and operated as follows:
1) Verify that all personnel, tools, documents, and other material are clear of equipment.
2) Turn on the mud agitator, and then open the associated mud feed and outlet systems.
3) Observe the operation of the impeller shaft assembly as the tank fills with mud and
verify continuous rotation of impeller(s).

Normal shutdown procedure

To shut down the mud agitator for any reason, first shut off the mud feed and then turn off
electric power to the agitator motor.

Emergency shutdown
To immediately stop the machine in case of emergency, open the fused disconnect
supplying electric power to the machine.

9. Maintenance

General
Routine maintenance is critical to ensure maximum life and trouble-free operation of the
mud agitator. While the recommended maintenance schedule in this section is flexible,
modifications should be based on experience with operating the equipment at your
facilities. A maintenance log should be kept to help establish a routine maintenance
schedule, as well as to monitor and adjust the schedule as necessary throughout the
equipment’s life. When determining a suitable maintenance schedule, consider duty cycle,
ambient temperature, and operating environment.

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WARNING! TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, LOCK OUT,

TAG OUT, AND DE-ENERGIZE MACHINE PRIOR TO
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.

Routine maintenance
Routine maintenance consists of checking gearbox oil level and oil condition and greasing
gearbox bearings at required intervals.
Before operation, lubrate gearbox with L-CKE/P 220~320# worn gear oil (while ambient
temperature around -30~40℃; or with L-CKE/P 320~460# worn gear oil (while ambient
temperature around 25~65℃. Verify that lubricant level in the gearbox reaches the bottom
of the oil level plug. Refer to the following tables for oil quantities and approved
lubricants.
Bearings should be cleaned and re-greased on the same schedule as oil changing. After
cleaning, fill bearings to one-third of their free volume.
After 100 hours of initial startup, clean gearbox inside, add new grease oil. Then lubricated
at every 2500-hour interval.

JBQ5.5 JBQ7.5 JBQ11 JBQ15

Agitator model

5.5kw 7.5kw 11kw 15kw

Motor power
(7.5hp) (10hp) (15hp) (20hp)
60/72RPM 60/72RPM 60/72RPM 60/72RPM
Impeller speed

Brand & Ambient N460 worm gear oil Accordance with

model temperature Standard:
-30 ~ 40℃ SH0094-1991

Worn gear Ambient N220 worm gear oil

grease oil temperature 25
~ 65℃
Gearbox oil Qty（L） 8.6 16.7 16.7 27.2

Lubricated with suitable grease oil as request. Refer following table with some
interchangeable grease oil brand for users to choose at different ambient temperature.

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Ambient Gearbox lubricating oil manufacturer & model

temperature
℃ Sinopec Shell Mobil
30 ~ 40℃ L-CKE/P220 Shell Tivela S320 Gear 630XP
L-CKE/P320 Shell Tivela S320 Gear 632XP
25 ~ 65℃ L-CKE/P320 Shell Tivela S320 Gear 632XP
L-CKE/P460 Shell Tivela S460 Gear 634XP

While gearbox or motor temperature over 90°C, or vibrate/sound abnormally, shut up

equipment and check immediately.
Fasten all linking bolts periodically.

10. Troubleshooting
If mud disturbance in the tank becomes unsatisfactory, check the possibilities listed below
and correct as described.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Over-temperature Motor and gearbox not installed Adjust to suitable position,
suitably enable motor and gearbox
axes concentric
Abnormal abrasion of oil seal Trickle lubricating oil at oil
seal ledge
Lubricating oil too much or less Adjust oil quantity baseds on
oil level plug
Lubricating oil not pure, or not Replacing with new oil
workable well
Too much Motor and gear box not fixed well Check and find out the loosing
vibration and point, fasten correctly
noise worm gear supplementary tooth badly Replacing worm gear
worn/ damaged supplementary tooth (connect
AIPU)
bearing badly worn or disabled Replacing bearing
Linking bolts for coupling and agitator Fasten or replacing bolts
output plate pull off, or foundation
bolts pull off
Impeller shaft bended or deformed Align the shaft
Impeller local distortion or broken off Repair or replace impeller
Working current worm / gear in gearbox badly worn Inspection gearbox gradually,
fluctuated greatly repair or replace relative parts
Far-forth top circle of shaft rubbed with Align shaft or re-install
stabilizer inner wall stabilizer

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Coupling damaged Replace coupling completely,

or replace elastic sleeve
package
Noise Bearing badly worn or with too bigger Replace bearing
gap
Worm gear supplementary tooth not Repair booth surface or
joggled well replace worm gear
supplementary tooth
Lubricating oil insufficient Add oil accordance with oil
gauge figure
extraneous materials in gearbox Clean out lubricating oil to
empty extraneous materials,
and add new oil
Oil leakage Oil sealing ledge badly worn Replace oil sealing
Too much lubricating oil Adjust oil quantity accordance
with oil gauge figure
Oil level plug screw not tighten well Tighten or add more sealing
adhesive tape
Oil leveler damaged Replace oil a new leveler
Worm gear Lubricating oil cannot meet standard Replace suitable lubricating
supplementary oil
tooth worn Lubricating oil insufficient Refill lubricating oil
shortly accordance with oil leveler
showed
Lubricating oil is not changed timely, Replacing lubricating oil
and become degraded timely as request
over-temperature while operation Treated as over temperature or
reduce ambient temperature

11. Recommended spare parts

The following is a recommended spare parts list for 1 year operation:

S/C Series no. Model Qty Remarks

Worm wheel 30210 2
bearing
1 Worm bearing 6213 2 APMA5.5/7.5
Worm wheel oil seal 65x95x12 1
Worm oil seal 50x80x12/10 1
Worm wheel 30211 2
bearing
2 APMA11
Worm bearing 6214 2
Worm wheel oil seal 70x100x12 1

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Worm oil seal 55x80x12 1

Worm wheel 30212 2
bearing
3 Worm bearing 6215 2 APMA15
Worm wheel oil seal 75x105x14 1
Worm oil seal 60x90x12 1

12. Terms of warranty

All AIPU equipment sold pursuant to this agreement, guarantee 12Months after
shipment or 12 months after commissioning, whichever comes first. During the guarantee
period, AIPU will be responsible for problems caused by quality of production or raw
material except the wearing spare parts of the equipment and problems caused by incorrect
man-made operation, providing AIPU operating, maintenance and inspection
recommendations are followed, and authorized oil filters and lubricants are utilized and
replaced at the recommended intervals.
In the event of improper installation, abuse, misuse, improper operation or improper
or lack of maintenance of AIPU equipment in accordance with AIPU recommendation
and accepted industry practice, this Warranty will become null and void with respect to
such AIPU equipment. During the period of warranty and upon written notification to
AIPU by the Purchaser, AIPU guarantees replacement of all parts manufactured by AIPU
shown to be defective in material and manufacture. AIPU makes no further warranty,
either expressed or implied, for any amount in excess of the cost of repair or replacement
of any part shown to be defective. The foregoing warranty shall be null and void and of no
further force or effect with respect to any AIPU equipment on which any repairs or
maintenance, other than normal wear part replacements, are performed by any service
provider other than AIPU or AIPU authorized providers.
This Warranty does not cover and AIPU makes no warranty covering:
a. Failures occurring after expiration of the warranty period.
b. Failure caused by decomposition by chemical action or wear caused by abrasion.
c. Equipment damaged in shipment or by accident.
d. Defects in articles purchased by AIPU or its affiliates from non-affiliated parties and

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resold without alteration, which are covered by warranty from the original manufacturer.
e. Failures due to abuse, misuse, or lack of proper recommended maintenance.
f. Failures of equipment, which has in any way been repaired or altered except as
authorized by AIPU or equipment using components manufactured or repaired by any
other party than AIPU unless expressly authorized by AIPU.
The foregoing warranty shall be herein referred to as the “Agitator Warranty”. The
Mud Agitator Warranty is for the exclusive benefit of Purchaser.
THE AGITATOR WARRANTY CONSTITUTES AIPU’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO ANY AGITATOR PURCHASED
HEREUNDER, EXCEPT FOR THE AGITATOR WARRANTY, AIPU HEREBY
DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WARRANTIES (WHETHER ORAL, WRITTEN OR
ARISING BY PROMISE, DESCRIPTION OR SAMPLE) AND ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF
NON-INFRINGEMENT, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ALL WARRANTIES

ARISING BY CUSTOM OR TRADE USAGE.

Purchaser represents that it has evaluated the AIPU Agitators in light of the
Agitator Warranty and has determined that the AIPU Agitator are fit and sufficient for
Purchaser’s operations (including the Processing applications). Purchaser acknowledges
that it is solely responsible for evaluating and choosing the sites where the AIPU
Agitator will be installed and the manner in which AIPU Agitators will be used.
AIPU does not warrant that the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) or any
other regulatory authority has approved or certified the AIPU Agitators for any purpose.
Purchaser assumes any risk, burden and/or costs of EPA or their regulatory
compliance with respect to any AIPU Agitator acquired pursuant to this Agreement.
AIPU has made no inspection of the sites where Purchaser intends to install
the Centrifuges and disclaims any warranties with respect to installation of the AIPU
Agitators. Purchaser shall use its best efforts to ensure that all persons or entities renting
or leasing AIPU Agitators are informed of the foregoing exclusive warranty and warranty
disclaimer.

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13. Installation and maintenance log

Purpose
This section should be used by operating and maintenance personnel to record historical
information gathered during the installation and operation of AIPU equipment. If
properly kept, the log will be useful for altering maintenance intervals and intercepting
trends that may indicate the need for changing operating procedures. Each entry in the
log should be dated for future reference and tracking. If required, additional pages may
be added to the log by copying a blank page or simply inserting ruled paper at the rear of
the section.

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