Start-Up and Shut-Down Instructions

Westfalia Separator

Mechanical Separation
Mineraloil Systems GmbH
Division

Start-up and Shut-down Instructions
No.: 8555-4231-020
8555-4231-020
Edition: 0406
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Designation: BilgeMaster 1500, 3000,

3000, 6000 with control unit D20
D20

Westfalia Separator
2 Mineraloil Systems GmbH
Subject to modification!
The authors are always grateful for comments and suggestions for improving
the documentation. They can be sent to
GEA Westfalia Separator Mineraloil Systems GmbH
Werner-Habig-Str. 1
D-59302 Oelde
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For your safety
• Warning in case of danger to machine parts. Strictly adhere to in-

structions marked with this symbol.
This avoids damage or destruction of the separator and other equipment.
• Take special care when carrying out operations marked with this
symbol -
otherwise danger to life.
Note:: •
Note:: This symbol is not used to describe safety instructions but to highlight infor-
mation for understanding the separator or the plant components and the cor-
responding processes.
• Observe accident prevention regulations.

The local safety and accident prevention regulations apply unconditionally to
the operation of the separator.
•
When operating
dangerous electrical apparatus, certain components carry
voltage.
Prior to carrying out work on electrical apparatus, protective measures must
be taken according to the specifications of local authorities.
In the case of non-compliance with the protective measures, serious damage
to persons and property can result.
Only suitable qualified personnel should do any work on the electrical units.
• Refer to the instruction manual.

The instruction manuals of the control unit and of the separator must be ad-
hered to.
Problem-free and safe operation is conditional on correct transport, storage,
installation and assembly as well as careful operation and maintenan
maintenance.
ce.
• Operate the separator only in accordance with agreed process

and operating parameters.
parameters.
• Maintain the separator

as specified in the separator manual.
• Carry out safety checks on the separator,

as described in chapter "Safety" in the separator manual
• Liability for the function of the machine passes to the owner.

Liability for the function of the machine passes unconditionally
unconditionally to the owner or
operator irrespective of existing warranty periods in so far as the machine is
improperly maintained or serviced by persons other than Westfalia Separator
personnel or if the machine is not applied in accordance with the intended
use.
Westfalia Separator Mineraloil Systems GmbH shall not be liable for damage
which occurs as a result of non-observance of the above. Warranty and liabil-
ity conditions in the Conditions of Sale and Delivery of Westfalia Separator
Mineraloil Systems GmbH are not extended by the above.
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1 Safety precautions 5
1.1 Correct usage

usage ..........................................................................................
.......................................................................................... 6
1.2 Safety markings
markings .......................................................................................6
.......................................................................................6
1.2.1 Safety markings and their meaning .........................................................7
......................................................... 7
1.3 Basic operating principles...................................................................... 10
1.4 Bowl speed and productproduct ........................................................................
........................................................................10
10
1.5 Demands relating to service personnel personnel and spare parts.......................
parts .......................11 11
1.6 Operations
Operation s on the separator
separator..................................................................
..................................................................12
12
1.6.1 Assembly ...............................................................................................
...............................................................................................12
12
1.6.2 Electrical appliances.............................................................................. 14
1.6.3 Before start-up................................................................................
start-up .......................................................................................
....... 15
1.6.4 Starting...................................................................................................17
Starting...................................................................................................17
1.6.5 Shut-down and »Emergency-Off«
»Emergency-Off« .........................................................19
......................................................... 19
1.6.6 Maintenan
Maintenance ce and repair .........................................................................
.........................................................................20
20
1.7 Corrosion ...............................................................................................
...............................................................................................23
23
1.8 Erosion...................................................................................................24
Erosion................................................................................................... 24
2 Operation 27
2.1 Before start-up................................................................................
start-up .......................................................................................
....... 28
2.1.1 Before the first start-up – after maintenance and repair........................ 28
2.1.2 Before every start-up .............................................................................
.............................................................................35
35
2.2 Starting the plant....................................................................................
plant....................................................................................3737
2.3 Overboard discharge
discharge .............................................................................39
.............................................................................39
2.4 Tank cleaning (within 15 miles zone in harbour) harbour) ...................................40
................................... 40
2.5 The plant in operation ............................................................................
............................................................................ 41
2.6 Shutting down the p plant
lant – Normal Off..................................................
Off..................................................42 42
2.7 Shutting down the plant – Manual mode .............................................45
............................................. 45
2.8 Shut down – “Emergency OFF”.............................................................
OFF” .............................................................48 48
2.8.1 During “Emergency OFF” OFF” operation ......................................................
......................................................48
48
2.8.2 After „Emergency OFF“ OFF“ operation
operation .........................................................49
......................................................... 49
3 Appendix 51
3.1 Standard operating parameters............................................................. 52

3.1.1 Standard separating temperature and alarm threshold values of
the product...................................................................................
product .............................................................................................
..........52
52
3.1.2 Operating water .....................................................................................52
.....................................................................................52
3.1.3 Control air ..............................................................................................
..............................................................................................53
53
3.1.4 Saturated steam ....................................................................................
.................................................................................... 53
3.1.5 Pressure switch settings........................................................................ 53
3.1.6 Ejection monitoring settings...................................................................
settings ...................................................................53 53
3.1.7 Standard timer settings.......................................................................... 54
3.2 Table of lubricating oils..........................................................................
oils ..........................................................................5656
3.2.1 Comments on table of lubricating oils for separators from
Westfalia Separator
Separator ...............................................................................57
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1 Safety precautions
1.1 Correct usage

usage ..........................................................................................
.......................................................................................... 6
1.2 Safety markings
markings .......................................................................................6
.......................................................................................6
1.2.1 Safety markings and their meaning .........................................................7
......................................................... 7
1.3 Basic operating principles...................................................................... 10
1.4 Bowl speed and productproduct ........................................................................
........................................................................10
10
1.5 Demands relating to service personnel personnel and spare parts.......................
parts .......................11 11
1.6 Operations
Operation s on the separator
separator..................................................................
..................................................................12
12
1.6.1 Assembly ...............................................................................................
...............................................................................................12
12
1.6.2 Electrical appliances.............................................................................. 14
1.6.3 Before start-up................................................................................
start-up .......................................................................................
....... 15
1.6.4 Starting...................................................................................................17
Starting...................................................................................................17
»Emergency-Off« .........................................................19
......................................................... 19
1.6.6 Maintenan
Maintenance ce and repair .........................................................................
.........................................................................20
20
1.7 Corrosion ...............................................................................................
...............................................................................................23
23
1.8 Erosion...................................................................................................24
Erosion...................................................................................................24
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1.1 Correct usage

The separator is designed
• in accordance with the chemical and physical properties of the product speci-
fied by the customer and
• in accordance with the method of application of the separator agreed with
Westfalia Separator.
In particular, products not conforming to the specifications on the nameplate
may not be used.
Any mode of operation deviating herefrom is not proper and correct.
correct.
Prior to any intended deviation from the agreed operating mode, it is therefore
imperative to obtain the consent of Westfalia Separator.
1.2 Safety markings

The safety markings (adhesive and metal plates) are attached to all separators
on the hood and frame of the respective separator in such a way that they are
clearly visible.
All safety markings on
on the separator,
separator, control system and plant compo
components
nents must
always be in perfect condition.
• Clean dirty safety markings.
• Replace damaged safety markings.
Fig. 1 Example of markings on a separator
1 Safety sticker
2 Oil quality
3 Plates
4 Nameplate
5 Maker's nameplate
The texts and part numbers of the safety markings change depending on the
languages required by the customer.
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1.2.1 Safety markings and their meaning

The following safety markings must be attached to the separator as adhesive
labels.
Fig. 2
Refer to the machine documen-

tation!
• Every person who is assigned the
task of installing, operating, main-
taining and repairing the machine
must have read and understood the
documentation.
• The documentation must be com-
plete kept near to the machine and
be readily accessible to the opera-
tors. It must be available to the op-
erators at all times!
Fig. 3
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Before carrying out work, dis-

connect power to the all compo-
nents of the monitoring system!
Risk of injury due to electrical voltage
and unintended start-up of the separa-
tor!
Before carrying out work on the

separator and electrical plant com-
ponents:
• Make sure the separator is at a
standstill.
Fig. 4 • Switch off all electrical appliances
via the main switch,
• Lock the installation to prevent it
from being accidentally switched on.

Danger o life and limb through
rotating machine parts!
• Do not loosen any part and do not
carry out maintenance or repair
work on the
separator separator
is at before
a standstill.
standstill. the
Methods of how to check standstill
are described in the machine docu-
mentation.
Fig. 5
Warning of unusual noises or

vibrations!
When unusual noises or vibrations oc-
cur on the separator:
• Immediately shut down the separa-
tor with filled bowl via “emergency-
off”.
• ejection!
Never trigger a bowl ejection!
• Evacuate the room.
• Do not re-enter the room until the
centrifuge has come to a standstill.
Fig. 6
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Frequency converter operation!

• When setting the frequency con-
verter, do not exceed the admissible
bowl speed (see nameplate)
Note:
This adhesive plate is only used for
frequency converter operation.
Fig. 7
Warning of extreme surface

temperatures!
The surfaces of the separator and

plant components can be hot!
Note:
This adhesive plate is only used for
hot operation.
Fig. 8
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1.3 Basic operating principles

Separators are used for the separation of liquid mixtures or for the separation of
solids out of liquids or liquid mixtures.
High centrifugal forces are produced in

the rotating bowl.
Fig. 9
Under the influence of the centrifugal forces, separation of the liquid mixture
and/or ejection of the solids particles takes place most rapidly.
The specifically
whereas heavierlighter
the specifically components are are
components displaced to towards
displaced the bowl
theperiphery,
centre of
the bowl.
The high centrifugal force is produced by very high bowl speeds. On the one
hand, high bowl speeds signify high efficiency, while on the other hand, they
signify high material stressing of the separator.
1.4 Bowl speed and product

The max. permissible bowl speed is an important parameter when rating the
separator. It depends on the chemical and physical properties of the product
such as
• temperature, if higher than 100 °C (212 °F) or lower than 0 °C (32 °F),
• density of the fluid and solid components,
• aggressiveness of the product as regards corrosion and erosion (has influ-
ence on the selection of the bowl material).
The bowl speed is determined on the basis of these parameters allowing for an
adequate safety margin.
Before using a product with properties different from those stated when placing
the order, it is imperative to obtain the manufacturer's approval.
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1.5 Demands relating to service personnel and spare parts
• Use only genuine spare parts from Westfalia

Separator.
The use of non-genuine parts leads to:
– Safety risks
–
– Lower durability
Increased and availability
maintenance requirement
If a safety risk arises, this may have legal con-
sequences for the responsible persons. In this
Fig. 10 case, Westfalia Separator shall assume no li-
ability or warranty.
• Deploy only well trained personnel for maintenance work, e.g. service per-
sonnel from Westfalia Separator or personnel trained by Westfalia Separator.
An incorrectly maintained/assembled
maintained/assembled machine poses a safety risk for the op-
erators.
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1.6 Operations on the separator
The separator works reliably, provided

that it is operated and maintained in
accordance with our operating instruc-
tions.
Fig. 11
Special attention must be given to:

• assembly
• starting
• shutting-down
• maintenance and servicing
1.6.1 Assembly
• If the plant has several centrifuges,

be careful not to interchange parts
of different bowls since each bowl
has been balanced individually.
The bowl parts are marked with the
serial-number of the machine or with
the last three digits of the serial-
number.
Fig. 12
• Damaged parts must be replaced

immediately by new parts.
Fig. 13
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• After installing certain critical spare

bowl parts, the bowl must be re-
balanced.
Fig. 14
• The bowl parts are arranged in fixed

positions relative to one another.
• Locking devices and alignment
marks must be in perfect condition.
The bowl must not be operated if
these locking devices and alignment
marks are not in perfect condition.
Fig. 15
• When assembling the bowl, be sure

to strictly adhere to the instructions
given in chapter "bowl", in order to
avoid undue unbalance.
• Before starting the bowl, be sure to
fit all parts.
• Tighten the bowl lock ring securely
securely::
the "O" marks on the bowl bottom or or
bowl top and on the lock ring must
be in line with each other.
Fig. 16
• Check if the machine is completely

assembled and properly installed.
Fig. 17
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• Carefully fasten hood 1, feed and

discharge housing 2 and centripetal
pump 3.
Fig. 18
1.6.2 Electrical appliances
• The governing accident prevention

regulations apply for the electrical
appliances and installations.
• The frequency and voltage of the
power supply must correspond to
the machine specifications.
• Carry out voltage equalization.
• Observe legal regulations; e.g. in
the EU:
– Low-voltage guideline 73/23/EWG
– Electro-magnetic compatibility
89/336/EWG.
Fig. 19
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1.6.3 Before start-up
• Check that the bowl lock ring has

been firmly
firmly tightened.
tightened.
• The "O" marks on bowl bottom or
bowl top and on the lock ring must
be aligned.
Fig. 20
• The bowl must rotate in clockwise

direction (see arrow on frame or sol-
ids collector).
Fig. 21
• The separator may only be operated

with protection devices conforming
to EN 294.
Equip solid and liquid discharges
accordingly.
Fig. 22
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• Check that the lubrication and cool-

ing systems are serviceable.
Fig. 23
• Check whether the supervisory

equipment is operational and the
correct limit values are adjusted.
• When hoods, concentrate collectors
and vessels are pressurized, e.g. by
– inert gas,
– cooling,
– steam sterilization etc.
the pressures stated on the name-
plate must not be exceeded.
Fig. 24
• Check that the product lines are set

to operation.
• Regularly check hoses for signs of
ageing.
• Check sight glasses for mechanical
damage.
• Replace damaged parts by recondi-
tioned or new parts.
Fig. 25
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1.6.4 Starting
• Refer to chapter “operation”.

• Note nameplate. The values for
– bowl speed,
– density of the heavy liquid,
– density of the
the solids
solids (centrifugally
dry)
are maximum values and must not
be exceeded.
Fig. 26
• Wear ear protection.
Fig. 27
In case of frequency converter op-

eration:
• Do not under any circumstances
manipulate the frequency converter
to exceed the permissible bowl
speed (see nameplate).
• The separator may only be operated
with an independent device for
speed limiting.
Fig. 28
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• Do not feed product which is cate-

gorised as explosive.
• The separator must not be used in
areas where explosion protection is
required.
Fig. 29
• When processing products harmful

to persons, observe the pertinent
safety regulations.
• Refer to the safety data sheet of the
product.
• Wear protective clothing.
Fig. 30
When unusual noises or vibrations oc-

cur on the separator:
• Immediately shut down the separa-
tor with filled bowl via “emergency-
off”.
• Never trigger a bowl ejection!
ejection!
• Do not re-enter the room until the
centrifuge has come to a standstill.
Fig. 31
Only in case of hot operation:

• Product-contacting parts such as
– pipes and hoses,
– hood,
– solids catcher
o
reach temperatures over 80 C (176
o
F).
Fig. 32
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• The bowl is not allowed to run with-

out liquid supply for more than 15
minutes, as otherwise it would result
in overheating of the bowl material.
Fig. 33

»Emergency-Off«
• For shut-down refer to the chapter

"operation".
Fig. 34
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1.6.6 Maintenance and repair

Unfavourable operating conditions may require shorter maintenance intervals.
The factors listed below are unfavourable because they either attack the sepa-
rator material directly or impair the lubrication/cooling system:
• aggressive product (chemical or physical)
• high product temperature
• product with grease decaying properties
• environment: temperature, dust and vapours
Particularly highly stressed parts such

as
• bowl lock ring,
• bowl bottom,
• bowl top and
• other bowl parts with a large outer
diameter
must be regularly checked to ensure
safe, reliable and efficient operation.
Fig. 35
Timely maintenance and replacement of worn or damaged machine parts is es-

sential for safe operation of the machine.
Maintenance and repair work may only be carried out by the customer to the ex-
tent as described in this instruction manual.
Maintenance and repair work not described

Maintenance described in this manual may only be
carried out by the manufacturer or by "repair shops" authorized by the
manufacturer.
We, therefore, recommend in your own interest to have your separator in-
spected by our service engineers at regular intervals. Such inspections will keep
your separator working reliably and prevent undesirable shut-downs.
Prior to carrying out any work on
the separator and on electrical plant
components:
• ensure that the separator is at a
standstill,
• switch off all electrical appliances
• secure installation against unin-
tended re-starting with locking de-
vices.
Fig. 36
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• Do not loosen any part, nor carry

out any maintenance or repair
work before the bowl has come to
a standstill.
standstill.
Check for standstill as described
under “Bowl”.
Fig. 37
• Do not climb onto or stand on the

machine or parts of the machine.
• Make provision for and use a sturdy
working platform.
Fig. 38
• Place dismantled machine parts on

a suitable base, e.g. rubber mat.
• Take steps to prevent machine parts
from overturning and rolling away.
Fig. 39
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• Do not heat bowl parts with the

naked flame.
• Bowl parts must never be welded.
This also applies for hood and
solids collector parts of steam-
sterilizable separators.
separators.
• Even during cleaning thenot
bowl parts
the temperature must exceed
100 °C (212 °F).
Fig. 40
• Load-carrying equipment such as

lifting devices for
– bowl or distributor,
– chains etc.
may only be used for work routines
as described in this instruction man-
ual.
• Do not use damaged or incomplete
load carrying equipment.

equipment.
Fig. 41
• All load suspension devices have to be checked for completeness and for
possible damage at least once a year.
• In addition, when using load suspension devices and hoists, the applicable
legislation and safety rules have to be strictly observed.
• Collect dripping oil to prevent dan-

ger of slipping or product infection.
• When handling waste oils note:
– They can be injurious to health,
depending
composition. on their chemical
– Waste oil must be disposed of in
accordance with local regulations.
Fig. 42
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1.7 Corrosion
Corrosion can also affect bowl parts made of stainless steel. This corrosion can
be flat-spread or pit- or crack-shaped and merits special attention.
Corrosion on stainless steel bowl material should be examined thoroughly and
documented.
Flat-spread corrosion can usually be measured (reduction of wall thickness)

Pit- or crack-shaped corrosion cannot be measured without the risk of damage.
At the initial stage pit-shaped corrosion
corrosion is generally caused
caused by chlorine ions.
Depending on the stressing of the part, pit-shaped corrosion can result in crack-
shaped corrosion.
Possible formation of pit-shaped cor-

rosion.
Fig. 43
Such pittings can only be investigated by a materials expert.

In case of crack-shaped corrosion attack with or without superposed flat-spread
and pit-shaped corrosion on main bowl components, the machine must be
shut down immediately.
immediately.
Contact your nearest Westfalia Separator representative for a thorough exami-
nation.
Pittings
Pittings which are close together or
form a linear pattern can signify crack
formation beneath the surface.
Such pittings should be investigated
by a materials expert.
Fig. 44
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1.8 Erosion
Erosion is caused by solid particles in the process liquid.
These solid particles grind marks into the surfaces with which they come into
contact.
The following factors favour the occurrence of erosion:
• hard solids particles
• high throughput capacities
The first signs of erosion should be carefully observed and documented. Ero-
sion can deepen rapidly, thereby weakening the bowl material.
Contact your nearest Westfalia Separator representative for a thorough exami-
nation. Information on the nature of the damage can be provided by photos,
plaster casts or lead molds.
Fig. 45
The surfaces most susceptible to erosion are:
1) the bottom
bottom of th
the
e distributor,
distributor, the rising channels and the ribs,
2) the centripetal pump (cavitation),
3) all surfaces
surfaces in the area of the solids discharge
discharge ports,
ports,
4) the nozzles.
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Signs of erosion which you should

immediately report to your nearest
Westfalia Separator representative:
• The bottom of the erosion mark has
a radius smaller than 1 mm (large
notch effect).
• The depth of erosion
1 mm (0.04 inch) atmark
the exceeds
deepest
point.
Fig. 46
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2 Operation
2.1 Before start-up................................................................................

start-up .......................................................................................
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2.1.1 Before the first start-up – after maintenance and repair........................ 28
2.1.2 Before every start-up .............................................................................
.............................................................................35
35
2.2 Starting the plant....................................................................................
plant....................................................................................3737
discharge .............................................................................39
.............................................................................39
2.4 Tank cleaning (within 15 miles zone in harbour) harbour) ...................................40
................................... 40
2.5 The plant in operation ............................................................................
............................................................................ 41
2.6 Shutting down the p plant
lant – Normal Off..................................................
Off..................................................42 42
2.7 Shutting down the plant – Manual mode .............................................45
............................................. 45
2.8 Shut down – “Emergency OFF”.............................................................
OFF” .............................................................48 48
2.8.1 During “Emergency OFF” OFF” operation ......................................................
......................................................48
48
2.8.2 After „Emergency OFF“ OFF“ operation
operation .........................................................49
......................................................... 49
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2.1 Before start-up
Note:
• Safety precautions in chapter 1
• Instruction manual of the
t he corresponding separator
• Instruction manual of the respective control unit

• Manual: “Settings and operating faults”
• Instruction manuals for other supplementary equipment
equipment
• Process-related deviations are possible
(refer to the project-specific operation data sheet!)
2.1.1 Before the first

first start-up
start-up – after maintenance and repair
repair
• When assembling the bowl, be sure to strictly
str ictly adhere to the instructions given
in chapter "bowl", in order to avoid undue imbalance. (See separator manual).
• Before starting the bowl, be sure to fit all parts.

all parts.
For fitting the assembled bowl, be sure to pay attention to the fol-
lowing points (see Fig. 47 to
47 to Fig. 54):
54):
Cleaning the conical parts
• Clean and wipe dry dry the spindle

cone with a suitable cloth.
• Do not grease the conical parts!
Fig. 47
o
• Turn bowl through 90 .
• Clean the bowl hub with a suitable
cloth.
The cone must be clean and dry.
• Do not grease the bowl hub!
hub!
Fig. 48
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Bowl lock ring
• Tighten the bowl lock ring securel

securelyy
(left-hand thread).
thread).
• Pay attention to the position of the
marks!
• The "O" marks must be aligned.
CAUTION:
A loose lock ring can endanger life!
Fig. 49

Fitting the bowl
• Carefully place the bowl using eye

Carefully
bolt and hoist on the spindle cone.
• Use only suitably rated, intact

hoists.
Fig. 50 WSD 8 and WSD 18
• Carefully place the bowl onto the

Carefully
spindle cone using jack and hoist.
• Use only suitably rated, intact

hoists.
Fig. 51 WSD 35 and WSD 60

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Spindle screw
• Provide spindle screw 2 with gasket

1.
• Screw in the spindle screw (left-
( left-
hand thread).
thread).
Fig. 52
• Tighten the spindle screw with the

separator-specific torque (left-hand
thread)..
thread)
Separator Torque
model
model X
WSC 5 45 - 50 Nm
WSD 8
50 Nm
WSD 18
WSC 25
WSD 35 80 Nm
Fig. 53 WSD 60
CAUTION:
A loose spindle screw can endanger life!
Centripetal pump chamber lock

ring
• Tighten the centripetal pump cham-
ber lock ring securely (left-hand

thread).
thread).
CAUTION:
A loose lock ring can endanger life!
Fig. 54

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31
Check that
• the sight glass in the frame for ob-
serving the drive belt is clean.
Fig. 55
Check that
• the drive chamber is filled with oil.
Minimum oil level 1:

approx. up to lower third of sight
glass
Maximum oil level 2:

up to middle of sight glass
Fig. 56
IMPORTANT:
• During operation,
operation, the oil level must
must never drop belo
below
w the lower third of the
sight glass; be sure to top up oil in good time!
• Refer to the lube oil table in the appendix of this manual.
Check that
• the bowl height A between the bowl
lock ring and upper part of frame is
correct.
Bowl height
Separator
A
model
mm
WSC 5 55,5 ±1
WSD 8 25,5 ±2
WSD 18 27 ±2
Fig. 57 WSC 25 15 ±1
WSD 35 17 ±2
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Check that
• the brake is released by turning the
handle clockwise
clockwise..
Fig. 58
Check that
• the bowl can be rotated by hand.
Fig. 59
Check that
• the hex head screws of the hood are
tight.
Fig. 60
Check that
• the handle connection piece is
tightly bolted to the centripetal
pump.
Fig. 61
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33
Check that
• the hoses and hose pipes are not
damaged and connected.
• the feed and discharge lines are
connected.
Fig. 62
Check that
• the supervisory equipment is com-
plete and functional.
f unctional.
Fig. 63
Check that
• the product and supply lines are
ready-for-operation.
For air, water and steam pressures
note:
– order-specific operating data sheet
or
– section “Standard operating pa-
rameters” in the appendix of this
manual.
• the plant components such as
valves, water pressure reducer,
compressed air control unit etc. are
Fig. 64
operational.
• the safety water line for the feed
pump is open.
• Regularly check the remaining plant components such as hose pipes, sight
glasses for signs of aging and mechanical damage
damage..
• Damaged plant components must be replaced immediately by new or recon-

ditioned parts.
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Electrical connection of the motors
CAUTION: Danger to life and limb thr through

ough electric current!
current!
Before working on the motors:
• Refer to the motor instruction manual.
of
• take adequate preventive measures according to the rules and regulations of
the VDE (V(Verein Deutscher Elektriker / Association of German Electrical En-

gineers) or EVU (E
( Europäische Vereinigung für Unfallforschung und Unfallana-
lyse / European Association for Accident Research and Analysis) institutions.
• All work on the motors may be carried out by an authorized electrician
only.
• Connect the motor.

Refer to the motor instruction man-
ual!
Fig. 65 Connection scematic
The terminal board in the terminal box can be connected in star or delta.
• Check correct switching of the motors (star or delta).
Refer to the motor instruction manual!
Star switching (example)
Fig. 66
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35
Delta switching (example)
Fig. 67
IMPORTANT:
• In the case of additional electrical components, PTC thermistors or space
heaters, refer to the motor manual.
2.1.2 Before every start-up
Check that
• the sight glass in the frame for ob-
serving the drive belt is clean.
Fig. 68
Check that
• the drive chamber is filled with oil.
Minimum oil level 1:
approx. up to lower third of sight
glass
Maximum oil level 2:

up to middle of sight glass
Fig. 69
IMPORTANT:
• During operation, the oil level must never drop below the lower third of the
sight glass; be sure to top up oil in good time!
• Refer to the lube oil table in the appendix of this manual.
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Check that
• the brake is released by turning the
handle clockwise.
Fig. 70
Check that
• the supervisory equipment is com-
plete and functional.
f unctional.
Fig. 71
Check that
• the product and supply lines are
ready-for-operation.
For air, water and steam pressures
note:
– order-specific operating data sheet
or
– section “Standard operating pa-
rameters” in the appendix of this
manual.
• the plant components such as
valves, water pressure reducer,
compressed air control unit etc. are
Fig. 72
operational.
• the safety water line for the feed
pump is open.
• Regularly check the remaining plant components such as hose pipes, sight
glasses for signs of aging and mechanical damage
damage..
• Damaged plant components must be replaced immediately by new or recon-

ditioned parts.
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2.2 Starting the plant
• Pay special attention to section

section 2.1.1
2.1.1 or
or 2.1.2
2.1.2..
• Switch on the control unit.
Fig. 73
• Switch on motor.
(the brake must be released!)
Pay attention to the starting time of
the bowl!
Separator
Starting time
time
model
model
WSC 5
WSD 8 approx. 2 – 4 minutes
WSD 18
Fig. 74
WSC 25 approx. 3 – 4 minutes
WSD 35 approx. 3 – 6 minutes
Note:
The run-up phase of the separator motor is signalled by slow flashing of the
LED in the “Status Separator” key.
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Before the first start-up – after maintenance and repair work on the sepa-
rator -
• Check the direction of rotation of the bowl.
The bowl must rotate in clockwise direction when looked at from above.
The direction of rotation of the bowl is
correct
clockwisewhen the through
(check drive belt
therotates
sight
glass in the frame).
When the direction of rotation is incor-
rect the motor connections must be
reversed by an authorised specialist.
Fig. 75
• Operate selectorswitch to position

"Manual" 7.
• Switch on the feed pump 4.
(the feed valve must be open!)
• Adjust frequency of pump speed to
approx. 30 Hz with "speed up" 5 or
"speed down" 6.
Fig. 76
Before the firs

Before firstt start
start-up
-up – af
after
ter
maintenance
maintenanc e and repair work on the
feed pump -
of
• Check the direction of rotation of
the
The feed pump.
direction of rotation of the feed
pump is correct when the pump
shaft is rotating in the direction of
the arrow.
Fig. 77
• Start the pre-heater (if installed) after switching on the feed pump!
– Steam or thermal oil feed and discharge valves must be open!
– The electric pre-heater must be switched on!
• Adjust function key
key "Tank cleaning"
cleaning" on control unit
unit to "Yes".
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39
• Has the bowl starting time elapsed?

• Has the specified separating tem-
perature been reached?
• Is there a release for the solids tank
(level switch LSHH
LSHH)?)?
The solids tank must be empty!
If YES,
(display “ready for operation”):
• Start the program.
Fig. 78
• After the feed valves

valves have autom
automatically
atically opened
opened
– Set the backpressure in the product discharge to approx. 2 bars to 3 bars.
• Operate handle of 3-way-valve 1 on

the oil monitor to clean water.
• Open clean water valve 2.
• Check that monitor reads 0 ppm.
If it does not read 0 ppm,
– close the clean water valve and
– clean the measuring cell.
Follow instructions in manual of the
oil monitor.
• Operate handle of 3-way-valve 1
back to sample line up to the end
position of the limit switch.
Fig. 79
• Adjust function key "Overboard" on
•
control
Check unit
thattoclean
"Yes".water discharge
pressure is adjusted to 2 - 3 bars.
Note:
The discharge valve will only change
over from circulation to overboard
when the oil monitor reads < 15 ppm
after a time delay (timer T22).
Fig. 80
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• Open cooling water valve 1 com-

pletely for sample cooling upstream
of the cooler.
• Check that the throttle valve 2 for
adjusting the cooling water flow be-
hind the cooler is open by half a
turn.
• Check that sample water tempera-
ture behind the cooler 3 is below
60 °C (140°F).
• Operate key selector switch "FC
feed pump bilge water" to position
"Automatic".
Fig. 81
• Pump speed is now controlled
automatically by the oil monitor via
frequency converter.
2.4 Tank cleaning (within 15 miles zone in harbour)
• Adjust function
f unction key "Tank Cleaning"
on control unit to "Yes".
Fig. 82
• Close cooling water valve 1 com-

pletely for sample cooling upstream
of the cooler.
Fig. 83
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41
2.5 The plant in operation
Note:
• Manual: “Settings and operating faults”
• Instruction manuals for other supplementary equipment
equipment
• Process-related deviations are possible
(refer to the project-specific operation data sheet!)
The plant is monitored largely by the control unit.
Operations to be carried out regularly:

regularly:
• On your daily round, especially during the first 1500 operating hours, pay at-
tention to the following:
– Oil level
– Temperatures
– Pressures
– Leakage
– Vibration
– Current consumption
– Starting time
– Hoses and hose pipes
– Oil monitor - zero adjustment
• Keep to the maintenance schedule (see
schedule (see separator instruction manual)!
• Inspection
We, therefore, recommend in your own interest to have your separator in-
spected by our service engineers at regular intervals. These checks help to
– maintain the operating safety of the machine and
– avoid unplanned downtime.
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2.6 Shutting down the plant – Normal Off
• End the separating program:

• Two total ejections are performed
automatically.
Fig. 84
• Close steam or thermal oil valve,

wait until product temperature has
gone down.
• Switch off the feed pump.
Note:
The feed pump has a preset post-
running period (timer 23)!
The post-running phase is signalled by
flashing of the LED in the “Feed” but-
ton.
Fig. 85
• Switch off the motor.
Fig. 86
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43
Shut down
• Stop separation by pressing function key "Program 0" on control unit.
• Close steam and condensate valve.
• Stop separator by pressing red button "Separator".
Note:
An ejection will be
be executed be
before
fore the motor is switched
switched off
• Stop feed pump by pressing red button "Feed pump".
• Close sample valve to oil/water monitor and flush monitor by opening the
clean water feed line. Once flush is performed, close clean water feed valve.
• Close valves in bilge water lines.
• Close the product lines, system

lines such as heating-steam, water,
compressed air lines, etc., with the
manual valves.
Fig. 87
Danger to life due to high-speed rotating parts!

• Do not loosen any part before the bowl has come to a standstill.
Be aware of the run-down time of the bowl after switching off the motor (with-
out braking!).
Bowl standstill is indicated by standstill of the drive belt.
Separator Run-down time of the bowl Run-down time of the bowl

type without motor
motorbraking
braking with motor braking
braking
WSC 5 30 min 6 min
WSD 8 30 min 6 min
WSD 18 45 min 8 min
WSC 25 90 min approx. 7 min
WSD 35 90 min approx. 7 min

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Standstill of drive belt

• Shine a torch through the sight
glass in the frame.
• Check that the drive belt is no
longer moving.
If the sight glass in the frame is misted

over:
• Unscrew the sight glass,
• shine a torch through the sight glass
opening!
Fig. 88 longer moving.
Then
• clean the sight glass and screw it back on.
In the case of torn or defective drive belts or if the belts have come off:
• Be sure to observe the
observe the run-down time of the bowl until dismantling the sepa-
rator!
• Applying the brake is not effective
effective!!
Danger of injury through electrical
current and unintentional start-up
of the separator!
Before working on the separator

and electrical plant components:
vices.
Fig. 89
• Danger of injury through very hot separator parts!

During maintenance work, there is a risk of injury due to hot separator parts
(separating temperatures from 70 to 100 °C (158 – 212 °F)).
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GmbH 45
45
2.7 Shutting down the plant – Manual mode

• Cut off the product feed to the separator:
– Close the product valve manually
manually..
• Displacement:
– 90
Open
). the displacement water valve using the manual override (see Fig.
90).
(The bowl content is displaced without loss by opening the displacement
water valve).
Manual override
The manual override can only be

actuated with a screwdriver!
1 closed
closed
2 open
open
Fig. 90
• Eject the bowl:

– Open the operating liquid valve using the
t he manual override for approx. 2 – 3
seconds (see
(see Fig. 90).
90).
• Speed recovery
– Wait for approx. 20 – 30 seconds.
• Switch off the feed pump.
Note:
The feed pump continues to run (timer
23)!
The post-run phase is signalled by
slow flashing of the LED in the “Feed”
key.
Fig. 91
ATTENTION!
If the control unit or the control voltage 24 VDC fails, the post-run phase
of the feed pump is disabled.
The feed pump may never be switched off to the steam shut-off valve un-
delayed. The pre-heater could get damaged!
All heaters (steam-fired,
(steam-fired, thermal
thermal oil, electric heaters)
heaters) mu
must
st be manually
shut down.
Manual shut-down of the feed pump must be carried out delayed.
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• Switch off the motor.
Fig. 92
• Close the supply lines such as heat-

ing steam, water, compressed air
lines with hand valves.
Fig. 93
Danger to life through high-speed rotating separator parts!

• Do not loosen any part of the separator before the bowl has come to a stand-
still.
Pay special attention to the run-down time of the bowl after switching off the
motor (without braking!).

model without braking
braking of the motor with braking of the motor
WSC 5 30 min 6 min
WSD 8 30 min 6 min
WSD 18 45 min 8 min

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GmbH 47
47

glass in the frame.
longer moving.

over:
opening!
Then
• Clean the sight glass and screw it back on.
• Do not loosen any part of the separator before the bowl has come to a stand-
still.
rator!
effective!!
Risk of injury due to electrical volt-

age and unintended start-up of the
separator!
Before carrying out work on the

separator and electrical plant com-
ponents:
• Switch off all electrical appliances
• Lock the installation to prevent it
from being accidentally switched on.
Fig. 95

When carrying out maintenance work, there is a danger of injury through hot
o
separator parts (separating temperatures of 70 to 100 C (158 – 212 °F)).
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2.8 Shut down – “Emergency OFF”

In case of danger (abnormal noise or vibration), or if the separator or plant
components are damaged (e.g. burst hose lines), a manual express shut-
off of the plant can be performed:
• Press the Emergency-OFF button of

the control cabinet immediately.

• Re-enter the room after separator
standstill only.
Fig. 96
2.8.1 During “Emergency OFF” operation
Danger to life due to high-speed rotating parts!

Be aware of the run-down time of the bowl after switching off the motor (with-
out braking!).

type without motor
motor braking
braking with motor braking
braking
WSC 5 30 min 6 min
WSD 8 30 min 6 min
WSD 18 45 min 8 min

glass in the frame.
longer moving.

over:
opening!

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Then
• Clean the sight glass and screw it back on.
rator!
effective!!
2.8.2 After „Emergency OFF“ operation
Note:
Danger of injury through electrical
current and unintentional start-up

of the separator!
Before working on the separator

and electrical plant components:
vices.
Fig. 98

During maintenance work, there is a risk of injury due to hot separator parts
(separating temperatures from 70 to 100 °C (158 – 212 °F)).
If “Emergency OFF” has been triggered by abnormal noise or vibra-

tion, proceed as follows prior to re-starting the plant:
• Dismantle and clean the bowl.
• Check the bearings of spindle, centrifugal clutch and motor for damage.
Replace damaged bearings immediately against new, genuine bearings!
• When re-assembling the drive parts and the bowl, strictly adhere to the sepa-
rator instruction manual.
• Adhere to chapter
chapter “Trouble shoo
shooting”
ting” of the separator
separator instruction manual.
manual.
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GmbH 51
51
3 Appendix
3.1 Standard operating parameters............................................................. 52

3.1.1 Standard separating temperature and alarm threshold values of
the product...................................................................................
product .............................................................................................
..........52
52
3.1.2 Operating water .....................................................................................52
.....................................................................................52
3.1.3 Control air ..............................................................................................
..............................................................................................53
53
3.1.4 Saturated steam ....................................................................................
.................................................................................... 53
3.1.5 Pressure switch settings........................................................................ 53
3.1.6 Ejection monitoring settings...................................................................
settings ...................................................................53 53
3.1.7 Standard timer settings.......................................................................... 54
3.2 Table of lubricating oils..........................................................................
oils ..........................................................................5656
3.2.1 Comments on table of lubricating oils for separators from
Westfalia Separator
Separator ...............................................................................57
............................................................................... 57
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3.1 Standard operating parameters
The operating parameters are given in the order-specific operating data

sheet!
If no order-specific operating data sheet is available, the specifications in the
following sections apply.
3.1.1 Standard separating temperature and alarm

alarm threshold
threshold values
values of the
product
Separating tem-
Alarm threshold values
Product perature
TC TAL TAH
Bilge water 85 °C (185 °F) 75 °C (167 °F) 95 °C (203 °F)

3.1.2 Operating water
Standard values
Suspended matter max. 10 mg/l
Particle size max. 50 μm
Hardness:
o o
– up to 55 C separating temperature < 12 dH
o o
– above 55 C separating temperature < 6 dH
To convert the hardness values stated, use the following equation:
1° dH = 1.79° fH = 1.25° eH = 17.9 ppm CaCO3
Chlorine ions < 100 mg/l
pH 6.5 – 7.5
Temperature +10 °C to +85 °C

(50 °F to 185 °F)
Pressures
Supply pressure 3 – 10 bar

Working pressure (with open valve) > 2 bar
Output
Separator: WSC 5 0.50 l/s

WSD 8 0.50 l/s
WSD 18 0.80 l/s
WSC 25 0.80 l/s
WSD 35 0.80 l/s
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53
3.1.3 Control air
Supply pressure 3 – 10 bar

Working pressure
> 3 bar
(after compressed air control unit)
3.1.4 Saturated steam
Pressure 7 bar abs

Temperature 165 °C
(329 °F)
Consumption
Consumpti on 174 kg/h
Admissible condensate
condensate discharge pressure max. 1.5 bar g
3.1.5 Pressure switch settings
Pressure settings
Setpoint product discharge pressure WSC 5 2 - 3 bar

WSD 8 2 - 3 bar
WSD
WSD 18 2 - 3 ba
barr
WSC
WSC 25 3 - 4 ba
barr
WSD
WSD 35 3 - 4 ba
barr
Pressure alarm PAL

PAL –
– product discharge 1.0 bar
Lower setpoint
product discharge pressure
Pressure alarm PAH
PAH – product discharge 4.0 bar
3.1.6 Ejection monitoring settings
Offset ejection monitoring WSC 5 0.5 A

WSD 8 0.5 A
WSD 18 0.5 A
WSC 25 3 A
WSD 35 3 A
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3.1.7 Standard timer settings
The timer settings specified in the following table are standard timer settings
that can be used as basic settings.
The customer-specific
customer-specific timer settings
settings can deviate
deviate from the standard settings
settings
given in these table.
Separators
WSC 5 WSC 25
Timer Display text WSD 18
WSD 8 WSD 35
Factory setting
T00 Spare 0 sec 0 sec 0 sec
T01 Displacement water 5 sec 5 sec 5 sec
T02 Filling 8 sec 3 sec 35 sec
T03 Waiting-Start 10 sec 5 sec 10 sec
T04 Total ejection 2 sec 2 sec 3.5 sec
T05 Speed recovery 8 sec 25 sec 15 sec
T06 Closing impulse 0.05 sec 0.1 sec 0.1 sec
T07 Alarm delay 20 sec 15 sec 20 sec
T08 Waiting after displacement
displacement 2 sec 5 sec 2 sec
T09
T10 Waiting
Separatorafter filling
starting 2 sec
240 sec 5 sec
360 sec 2 sec
480 sec
T11 Alarm bridging 30 sec 30 sec 30 sec
T12 Failure filter 10 min 180 sec 180 sec 180 sec
T13 Auto-filter running
running 10 sec 10 sec 10 sec
T14 Pause impulse 600 sec 600 sec 600 sec
T15 Bridging over board 20 sec 20 sec 20 sec
T16 Delay > 15ppm 300 sec 300 sec 300 sec
T17 Safety water feed pump 10 sec 10 sec 10 sec
T18 LAHH sludge tank 10 sec 5 sec 10 sec
T19 PDAH double filter 5 sec 5 sec 5 sec
T20 Separation 3600 sec 3600 sec 3600 sec
T21 Closing impulse separator 2 sec 2 sec 2 sec
T22 Delay over board valve 20 sec 20 sec 20 sec
T23 Feed pump after run time 1 sec 1 sec 1 sec
T25 Delay time Vibro 1 10 sec 10 sec 10 sec
T26 Vibro 2 safety water 5 sec 5 sec 5 sec
T27 Failure Vibro 1 > 3-5 min 180 sec 180 sec 180 sec
T28 Ejection monitoring 3 sec 3 sec 3 sec
T31 Delay PSL pressure 20 sec 20 sec 20 sec
T32 Delay PSH pressure 20 sec 20 sec 20 sec
T35 Cleaning valve filter 3 sec 3 sec 3 sec
T38 CU- sludge pump break 600 sec 600 sec 600 sec
T39 CU- sludge pump operation 60 sec 60 sec 60 sec
T40 PSH-Autom. filter failure 5 sec 5 sec 5 sec

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GmbH 55
55
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3.2 Table of lubricating oils

Lubricating oil sorts suggested by some firms
Westfalia Separator Viscosity
Manufac-
Designation at 40 °C (104 °F)
turer 2
mm /s (cSt)
Lubricating oil table BLASIA 100
for separators in onshore and shipboard opera-
RADULA 100 100
100
tion
tion
DIESEL GAMMA 30
Separator Lube oil
-
ATLANTA MARINE 30
d
Viscosity 105
r ) DISOLA M 3015
o 2
g c 0 MONTANOL HK 100 100
n 5
i
l l c 1
l
i o a 5 Kinematic
f b n
Type l o N
i viscosity ENERGOL GR-XP 100 100
i m t I
O y a D at 40 °C ENERGOL DL-MP 30 114
S n o
g t
i (104 °F)
s g
e n
i
D
(
2
l mm /s (cSt) HYSPIN AWS 100
100
BTC 3 ALPHA ZN 100
CTC 1 MARINE HEAVY 99
CTC 3
MTC 3 1,3 GST OIL 100
100
OTC 2 NL Gear Compound 100
OTC 3 Veritas Marine Oil R&O 30 108
WTC 2 DELO 3000 Marine Oil 30 104
ATLANTA MARINE 30
105
CSD 1 DISOLA M 3015
OSD 2 1,3 TURBINE T 100 95
SD 1
EXX-MAR XP 110
NUTO H 100
100
SPARTAN EP 100
ESD 18 GULF HARMONY 100 95

GSC 15 VERITAS 30 110

OSD 6 2,5 CLP

100 90 to 110 0015-0003-080
(2.5 l)
OSD 18 HIDRAOIL HD 70 95
WSD 18
MOBILGARD 312 106
GARDINIA OIL 30 104

GSC 25 ROTELLA MX SAE 30 105
OSD 20
OSD 25 3,7
OSD 30 HYDRA WAY HMA 100
100
OSD 35 LOAD WAY EP 100
WSD 35
DORO AR SAE 30 119

TARO XD SAE 30 105
OSD
OSD 50
60 5,0
SD 50
WSD 60
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3.2.1 Comments on table of lubricating oils for separators from Westfalia Separator
Faultless functioning of separators very much depends on the proper type of lubricating oil used, since a
high grade oil, selected to meet all service requirements, will minimize the wear, thus extending the ser-
vice life and increasing the operating safety.
For the lubrication of our separators we recommend to use the oils specified by us since continuous qual-
ity checks are performed by Westfalia Separator. Oils proposed from some firms are not subjected to
these tests.
Therefore, Westfalia Separator cannot give a performance guarantee for those oils.
Be sure to select only high grade solvent refined products.
The specified oil types meet the requirements according to DIN. Under unfavourable operating condi-
tions, e.g. high temperatures, the quality of the oils may be insufficient so that more efficient oils, e.g.
synthetic oils, must be used. If necessary, consult Westfalia Separator.
For the different separator types and oil types the viscosity ranges are specified in the table of lubricating
oils.
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The operating temperature of the separator exceeds normally 80 C (176 F). At those temperatures
some oils age quickly, so that they have to be changed prematurely.
Be sure not to use lubricating oils with viscosities lower than those specified in the table. Due to the pos-
sibility of the oil film breaking down, oil of too low a viscosity will give insufficient lubrication, resulting in
increased wear. However, oils with a slightly higher viscosity than specified may be used.
Bear in mind that the viscosity groups SAE 30, 40 and 50 (SAE = Society of Automotive Engineers)
cover larger viscosity ranges and be sure to select lubricating oils with viscosities not lower than the
minimum values of the viscosity ranges restricted for the different separator types.
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For your safety

• Warning in case of danger to machine parts. Strictly adhere to in-

• Observe accident prevention regulations.

• Refer to the instruction manual.

• Operate the separator only in accordance with agreed process

• Maintain the separator

• Carry out safety checks on the separator,

• Liability for the function of the machine passes to the owner.

1.1 Correct usage

3.1 Standard operating parameters............................................................. 52

1.1 Correct usage

1.1 Correct usage

1.2 Safety markings

Fig. 1 Example of markings on a separator

1.2.1 Safety markings and their meaning

Refer to the machine documen-

Before carrying out work, dis-

Before carrying out work on the

Warning of unusual noises or

Frequency converter operation!

Warning of extreme surface

The surfaces of the separator and

1.3 Basic operating principles

High centrifugal forces are produced in

1.4 Bowl speed and product

1.5 Demands relating to service personnel and spare parts

• Use only genuine spare parts from Westfalia

1.6 Operations on the separator

The separator works reliably, provided

Special attention must be given to:

• If the plant has several centrifuges,

• Damaged parts must be replaced

• After installing certain critical spare

• The bowl parts are arranged in fixed

• When assembling the bowl, be sure

• Check if the machine is completely

• Carefully fasten hood 1, feed and

1.6.2 Electrical appliances

• The governing accident prevention

1.6.3 Before start-up

• Check that the bowl lock ring has

• The bowl must rotate in clockwise

• The separator may only be operated

• Check that the lubrication and cool-

• Check whether the supervisory

• Check that the product lines are set

• Refer to chapter “operation”.

• Wear ear protection.

In case of frequency converter op-

• Do not feed product which is cate-

• When processing products harmful

When unusual noises or vibrations oc-

Only in case of hot operation:

• The bowl is not allowed to run with-

1.6.5 Shut-down and »Emergency-Off«

• For shut-down refer to the chapter

1.6.6 Maintenance and repair

Particularly highly stressed parts such

Timely maintenance and replacement of worn or damaged machine parts is es-

Maintenance and repair work not described