Standard Filter Vessel Installation and Operation Manual (VF & HF)

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1 VEL /14 Effective: April 2014 Standard Filter Vessel Installation and Operation Manual (VF & HF) 1210 Garden of the Gods Road Colorado Springs, CO Phone Fax

2 WARNING DO NOT PRESSURE TEST THIS VESSEL WITH AIR! PRESSURE TESTING WITH AIR IS A HAZARDOUS PROCEDURE! THIS VESSEL IS TO BE PRESSURIZED ONLY WITH THE LIQUID FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED TO BE USED AND ONLY TO THE MAXIMUM DESIGN PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VESSEL NAME PLATE. 2

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Description...4 Installation of Vessel...5 Start-Up Procedure...6 Operating Information...7 Cartridge Change or Inspection Procedure...13 Installation Instructions Open-Ended Filter Cartridges...10 Torque Requirements for Vessels with O-ring Closures...11 Installing Tie Rods...12 Appendix A - Pleated Media Filter Cartridges B - F0-6xxA3 & FOH-6xxA1 - EI1590 Qualified Filter Cartriges C - VF Series - Vertical Filter Vessels D - Assembly Torque Recommendations DISCLAIMER: This generic vessel manual is provided for your information with the understanding that each vessel sent out from Velcon is customized for the particular vessel and contains accessory information not included in this document. This document makes references to other pieces of literature, such as schematics and drawings that are added to the manual as needed depending on the vessel parameters. 3

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5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Velcon that you have received consists of the vessel, filter elements, and accessory equipment to meet your specific requirements. Descriptive literature covering the accessories is included near the back of this manual. A Velcon is specifically designed to remove solid contaminants from the product being filtered. The product enters from the inlet nozzle, rising vertically behind a baffle until it reaches the region above the top of the highest elements. The elements are arranged in vertical stacks rising up from a flat division plate. The fluid enters the outside of each element and flows toward the center of the element. The flow then goes downward to the outlet. Velcon are manufactured to meet a variety of different end uses and specifications. The finest workmanship has gone into the building of this Velcon. It is of no value, however, if elements are improperly installed or the unit is improperly operated. We urge you to read the manual carefully and follow the instructions given. NOTE Velcon has qualified the FO-6xxA3 pleated media filter cartridges to EI Specification 1590, Specifications and Qualification Procedures for Aviation Fuel Microfilters. INSTALLATION OF VESSEL 1. Identify the Filter inlet and outlet by the markings provided on the vessel piping. The Filter must be installed in the correct direction of flow to perform properly and to avoid damage to the system. 2. INLET and OUTLET PIPING should be carefully aligned to avoid stressing the Filter connections during installation. Installation of shut-off valves on either side of the Filter is recommended so that it can be independently drained for cartridge change or inspection. 6. Cartridges are normally packed separately. Open the vessel cover and install cartridges as explained on page 8 and as per enclosed element stack drawing. Tighten nuts on tie rods until the rubber washers begin to curl. Do not over-torque. sequence. 7. Be sure the cover gasket is in place and properly aligned. Replace cover and secure tightly. NOTE FILTERS MUST BE PROVIDED WITH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES IF THE SYSTEM HAS POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMPS UPSTREAM OR AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF VALVES DOWNSTREAM OF THE VESSEL. START UP PROCEDURE If the Velcon Filter has the accessories listed below, they should be placed in the following positions: 1. Manual drain valves closed. 2. Manual air eliminator valve open. 3. The valves in the inlet and outlet piping should be closed. 4. The pressure gauge valve to OFF position. For Filters equipped with selector valves, this is done by turning the handle outward so that the arrow points toward the vessel. For information on operation of accessories, turn to Accessory Instructions in the back of the manual. After the valves have been positioned as outlined, the unit is ready to be filled. The following operating instructions can be used for initial start-up and for subsequent start-ups after installation of replacement elements or servicing of the unit. CAUTION STEPS 3 AND 4 SHOULD BE PERFORMED BEFORE REMOV- ING HINGE OR PIVOT MOUNTED COVER TO ENSURE STABILITY OF THE FILTER. 1. Start the system pump. 2. Slightly open the inlet valve, allowing the Filter to slowly fill with fluid. (Take about minutes to fill the vessel to eliminate the possibility of an internal fire.) 3. Bolt the filter to a stable base. 4. Carefully install correct gaskets on the inlet and outlet connections and connect to the inlet and outlet piping. 5. Connect any accessories that are not already installed. See Accessory Parts List and literature as required. 3. If the unit is equipped with a manual air eliminator valve, leave the valve cracked open until the fluid flows from the opening; then close quickly. 4. If equipped with an automatic air eliminator, the unit is filled when the air eliminator stops flowing air. When the Velcon Filter is filled with fluid, slowly open the valve on the inlet line, then slowly open 5

6 the valve on the outlet line. 5. When the unit is in operation, open the pressure gauge, take a differential pressure reading and record the reading. If there is no pressure differential, the system should be shut down and the Filter inspected for broken seals or possibly elements left out. See Differential Pressure Readings on Page 5 OPERATING INFORMATION Below are the Velcon recommendations for operating procedures. Your Company Maintenance and/or Quality Control procedures may provide alternate instructions on these matters. 1. FILTER CARTRIDGES should be changed in accordance with one of the following (whichever comes first): A. When the differential pressure reaches the level specified on the cover page of this manual. For Filters equipped with differential pressure gauges, see paragraph 2 below. B. When the flow rate is reduced to an unacceptable level because the cartridges are plugged with contaminant. C. Whenever effluent product is unacceptably contaminated. 2. DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE READINGS Differential pressure is the difference between the pressure upstream and downstream of the Filter. Differential pressure increases when contaminant is filtered by the filter cartridges and causes flow restriction. Readings should be taken when the system is flowing at maximum capacity. If the Filter is equipped with a direct reading differential pressure gauge, the reading shown on the gauge is the differential pressure across the Filter. If the Filter is equipped with a pressure gauge and a selector valve, use the following procedure for determining differential pressure: A. Turn the handle one way and record the pressure reading. B. Turn the handle the other way (90 or 180, depending on the type of valve) and record the pressure reading. C. Subtract the lower reading from the higher reading to determine differential pressure. (The higher reading is inlet pressure.) If the filter/separator is equipped with a pressure gauge and a selector valve, use the following procedure for determining differential pressure: A. Turn the handle one way and record the pressure reading. B. Turn the handle the other way (90 or 180, depending on the type of valve) and record the pressure reading. C. Subtract the lower reading from the higher reading to determine differential pressure. The higher reading is inlet pressure. Differential pressure readings should be taken at least once during every operating week and more frequently in high throughput installations or when the differential is increasing rapidly. Records of the differential pressure and throughput should be maintained to determine when cartridges should be changed. A sudden drop in pressure differential is an indication of a possible problem. Check first to be sure that readings were taken at equivalent flow rates. If so, shut the system down, open the Filter, and inspect for the following: A. Collapsed or ruptured cartridges caused by severe pressure differential or shocks in excess of design limits. B. Ruptured seals. Check to see that all O-ring seals and gaskets seals are in place and have the same alignment as when the elements and parts were installed. C. Broken end plates. Inspect all of the end plates of the elements. D. If any of the above are observed, check the system for possible hydraulic shock conditions. If the system is not provided with adequate surge controls, the sudden start-up of a high-pressure pump can create extremely high shock CARTRIDGE CHANGE OR INSPECTION PROCEDURE A. Shut off the pump. B. Close the inlet and outlet pipe valves. C. Open the drain valves and remove the product from the Filter. D. Open the manual air eliminator valve. This will permit the unit to drain faster. 6

7 E. Open the cover and inspect the cover gasket replace the gasket if it is damaged. F. Completely drain filter chamber. G. Remove spent cartridges for cartridge change. H. Wipe off or wash down any foreign matter from the vessel interior. I. Install the cartridges in accordance with instructions on page 8. J. Tighten nuts on tie rods until the rubber washers begin to curl. Do not over-torque. K. Check the cover gasket for alignment, replace the cover and secure tightly. The Filter is now ready for the start-up procedure.sump CHECKS NOTE USE ONLY PARKER VELCON CARTRIDGES IN THIS FILTER. VELCON CANNOT WARRANT PERFORMANCE IF ANY OTHER MANUFACTURER S CARTRIDGES ARE USED. To reorder cartridges and replacement parts or to obtain further information, contact your Velcon representative: Filtration Group 1210 Garden of the Gods Road Colorado Springs, CO Tel: Fax: vfsales@parker.com 7

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10 Installation Instruction for Open-End Filter Cartridges 1. Turn off pump. Close inlet and outlet valves and open drain valve. Open the air eliminator or manual bleed valve and drain the vessel. 2. Open vessel after making sure the vessel is completely drained. 3. Jack-up head and swing aside. Remove the spider (if installed). Remove nuts and washers, endcaps, old cartridges, and center plates, if any. 4. Wipe vessel clean whenever possible or flush. 5. Place cartridge over the center rod making sure the cartridge is centered over the guide bar or mounting adapter attached to the deck plate. The cartridge must be seated flat against the adapter or deck plate. 6. For vessels with stacked cartridges, place the first tier of filter cartridges in position at all bulkhead ports (per step 6). Insert center plate onto center rod and insert into each cartridge. Next, install the second tier of cartridges over the center plates. There must always be a center plate between every two stacked cartridges. Be sure the circular guide on both sides of the center plate projects into each cartridge. 7. When all cartridges are loaded, insert sealing cap over center rod. 8. Install rubber washer, flat washer, lock washer, and nut in that order, onto each center rod. Tighten to 4 to 5 foot pounds of torque. (DO NOT TOUCH THE OUTER FILTER MEDIA.) 9. Replace the spider as follows (if spider is not included proceed to step #10): Install the flat washer over each cartridge end and install the spider over the ends of the cartridges. Affix the spider to the threaded clips on the vessel walls using the nut and lockwasher. Adjust the spider clip nuts, so the spider lies flat on the ends of the cartridges Install the washer and nut over the ends of the cartridges, to affix the spider to the cartridge ends. Snug the nuts. DO NOT TIGHTEN YET. Adjust the ends of each cartridge to create even separation between the cartridges and between the cartridge and vessel wall. Cartridges should NOT be touching each other, nor touching the vessel wall. The ends of the cartridges can be shifted within the spider plate holes as follows: Cartridge Length Greater than 33" Shift Within the Spider Hole Full movement within the spider hole 30" Less than 5/8" (16 mm) 28" Less than 9/16" (14 mm) 24" Less than 1/2" (12 mm) 22" Less than 1/2" (12 mm) 20" Less than 3/8" (10 mm) 18" Less than 3/8" (10 mm) 16" Less than 1/4" (8 mm) 14" Less than 1/4" (6 mm) 11" Less than 1/4" (5 mm) 9" Less than 3/16" (5 mm) When the cartridges are spaced properly, tighten the spider nuts to 5 ft-lbs. 10. Inspect the cover gasket and replace it if necessary. Tighten the cover securely in a cross-pattern process. 11. Close the drain valve and start the system pump. 12. With the outlet valve closed, slightly open the inlet valve and allow the vessel to fill SLOWLY with fuel until the air eliminator closes or fluid begins to flow from the manual air vent. Close the vent valve. Fully open the inlet valve. 13. Open the outlet valve SLOWLY. 14. When the unit is operating, check the differential pressure across the cartridges. There should be indication of positive pressure, normally 1-5 psid. This insures that all seals have been properly made during the installation. OPERATING PROCEDURES Velcon Recommended Cartridge Changeout (also reference your company guidelines): 1 year or 15 psid for AVIATION APPLICATIONS 3 years or 25 psid for NON-AVIATION APPLICATIONS whichever occurs first (INSPECT VESSEL ANNUALLY) 10

11 Torque Requirements for Vessels with O-Ring Closure Bolted pressure vessel closures operate on the premise that the joint is clamped closed with a force sufficient to resist the internal pressure yet still maintain a seal. The clamping force, or pre-load, is applied by the closure bolts and its magnitude is controlled by the torque applied. Application of the correct preload is essential to maintaining a positive seal and avoiding closure failures from fatigue or overstressed vessel components. The short term, and most obvious effect of grossly undertorqued bolts is insufficient clamping force resulting in a leaking closure. A more ominous result of undertorqued bolts in systems which see a great number of pressure cycles (such as refuelers, loading racks etc.), is bolt fatigue failure. Repeated applications of stress to the bolt eventually create a small crack at the surface of the bolt which continues to grow until the bolt breaks and the closure fails. It is a good idea to re-torque the closure bolts after they have been in use for a month or so to ensure the joint has not relaxed and the preload reduced. Correct closure torquing will result in many years of trouble-free vessel operation. Occasional inspections for bolt cracks or clip damage is good practice to detect possible closure problems before they occur. TABLE ONE* Bolt Diameter mm (in.) Recommended Torque m-kgs (ft-lb) 13 (1/2) 3 (20) 19 (3/4) 6 (45) 25 (1) 14 (100) 32 (1-1/4) 22 (160) 38 (1-1/2) 36 (260) *NOTE: These recommended torque values are only for vessels with an O-Ring closure. Over-torquing closure bolts will result in breaking or bending vessel bolt clips or actually breaking the bolt itself. Table One lists guideline torque values for lubricated bolts for common sizes used for vessel closures. Always use lubricated bolts, as this reduces the required torque, improves torque accuracy, and retards corrosion. A common cause of inaccurate bolt torque is inappropriate bolt torquing procedures. Key elements to the procedure are application of the torque in stages and in a specific cross-torquing sequence. For most applications, torque is applied to all bolts to 30% of full torque, then to all bolts to 60% of full torque, and finally to all bolts to 100% of full torque. Each torquing cycle is carried out in the applicable cross-torquing sequence. Torquing sequences vary with the number of bolts on the cover. The tightening pattern is as follows: Tighten two bolts diametrically opposite from each other, then tighten a second pair of bolts diametrically opposite each other, approximately 90 degrees away from the first pair, and so on until all bolts have been tightened. Using a clock as an example, the sequence would be: 12-6, 9-3, 11-5, 10-4, 7-1, and 8-2. On large vessels, the cross-torquing process is tedious but the addition of a second operator applying torque improves the situation vastly. 11

12 Installation of Tie Rods REFERENCE MATERIAL Form Assembly Torque Recommendations VESSELS WITH TIE RODS Filter vessels Clay vessels Monitor vessels containing 6 Aquacon cartridges Filter/separator vessels (for coalescer and separators) HARDWARE Tie rods Hardware (nuts, flat washers, lock washers, seal nuts) Cartridges Mounting adapters Center spacers End caps MOUNTING CONFIGURATIONS With spider Without spider With seal nut VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OPEN ENDED CARTRIDGES WITH SPIDER PLATE: 1. Screw a nut on one end of the tie rod to about 2 from the end (see note on bottom of page 2). 2. Slide a lock washer up against the nut on the shortened side of the tie rod. 3. Slide a mounting adapter (on vessels with integral cast-in or welded-in mounting adapters, no additional adapter is required) on the short side of the tie rod with the cartridge seal side facing the nut and washer. 4. While holding the mounting adapter on the end of the rod, screw the short end of the tie rod into the tie rod bar on the vessel. Screw in about one inch. 5. Install a cartridge over the tie rod and into place on the mounting adapter. 6. If cartridges are stacked, install center spacers between cartridges. 7. Place an end seal plate on the top or end of the cartridge (or cartridge stack) with the tie rod extending out from the end seal plate tie rod hole. 8. Adjust the tie rod by screwing it in or out until the amount extending beyond the end cap is 1-5/8. Remove the cartridges, spacers, and caps. 9. Screw the nut at the end of the tie rod down against the mounting adapter while preventing the tie rod from turning. 10. Tighten the nut to 5 foot pounds of torque. 11. Install the other tie rods so that they extend out from the mounting adapters the same length as the first rod. VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OPEN ENDED CARTRIDGES WITH NO SPIDER PLATE: 1. Screw a nut on one end of the tie rod to about 2 from the end. (See note below.) 2. Slide a lock washer up against the nut on the shortened side of the tie rod. 3. Slide a mounting adapter (on vessels with integral cast-in or welded-in mounting adapters, no additional adapter is required) on the short side of the tie rod with the cartridge seal side facing the nut and washer. 4. While holding the mounting adapter on the end of the rod, screw the short end of the tie rod into the tie rod bar on the vessel. Screw in about one inch. 5. Install a cartridge over the tie rod and into place on the mounting adapter. 6. If cartridges are stacked, install center spacers between cartridges. 7. Place an end seal plate on the top or end of the cartridge (or cartridge stack) with the tie rod extending out from the end seal plate tie rod hole. 8. Adjust the tie rod by screwing it in or out until the amount extending beyond the end seal plate is one (1) inch. 9. Remove the cartridges, spacers, and seal plates. 12

13 10. Screw the nut at the end of the tie rod down against the mounting adapter while preventing the tie rod from turning. 11. Tighten the nut to 5 foot pounds of torque. 12. Install the other tie rods so that they extend out from the mounting adapters the same length as the first rod. SEPARATOR WITH SEAL NUT (WITH OR WITHOUT SPIDER PLATE): 1. Screw a nut on one end of the tie rod to about 2 from the end. (See note below.) 2. Slide a lock washer up against the nut on the shortened side of the tie rod. 3. Slide a mounting adapter (on vessels with integral cast-in or welded-in mounting adapters, no additional adapter is required) on the short side of the tie rod with the cartridge seal side facing the nut and washer. 4. While holding the mounting adapter on the end of the rod, screw the short end of the tie rod into the tie rod bar on the vessel. Screw in about one inch. 5. Install a separator over the tie rod and into place on the mounting adapter so the tie rod extends from the end seal cap tie rod hole. 6. On double open ended separators, place an end seal plate on the top or end of the separator, with the tie rod extending out from the end seal plate tie rod hole. 7. Adjust the tie rod by screwing it in or out until the amount extending beyond the end seal plate is one (1) inch. 8. Remove the cartridges, spacers, and seal plates. 9. Screw the nut at the end of the tie rod down against the mounting adapter while preventing the tie rod from turning. 10. Tighten the nut to 5 foot pounds of torque. 11. Install the other tie rods so that they extend out from the mounting adapters the same length as the first rod. NOTE 1. In AHM06xxx, AVM06xxx, HM06xxx, and VM06xxx Aquacon vessels, the nut should be screwed on to the tie rod to about 4 from the end instead of In three stage HVM-xxxx filter/separator vessels, the nut on the separator tie rods should be screwed on to the tie rod to about 4 from the end instead of 2. 13

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15 Appendix / Accessories 15

16 Pleated Media Filter Cartridges High Effi ciency, Long Life Cartridges for Aviation Fuel FEATURES Large Surface Area Allows high flow rate with low initial pressure drop and maximum contaminant holding capacity. Resin Impregnated Media Maintains strength, resists effects of water and heat. 75 psi Collapse Strength Heavy gauge carbon steel endcaps and center tube give safety margin against pressure surges. Coated Steel Components Resist corrosion from most industrial fluids. Corrugated Media Prevents pleat pinch-off, assuring all filtration media is utilized. Buna-N Gaskets The best general gasket material available assures positive seal in most fluids. Thermoset Bonding Material Durable endcap-to-media bond prevents internal bypassing. Threaded base filter elements Available for easier installation. SPECIFICATIONS 75 psi Collapse strength 5-9 Operating ph range Micron ratings from 1/4 to 75 98%+ Nominal filtration efficiency 250 F Maximum operating temperature Recommended changeout differential pressure - 25 psid Multi-pass (Beta Ratio) data available on request For information about Flow Ratings with various viscosity fluids, refer to Form #1532 Please note The outer wrap of a cartridge can be either nylon jacket, beaming paper, or PVCcoated screen wrap. Actual cartridges may not look exactly like those shown in photo. FO-412PLxx FO-614PLFxx FO-512PLxx FO-718PLxx FO-644PLFxxTB 16

17 CARTRIDGE INFORMATION The following table lists a few of the broad range of available Velcon cartridges. Your local Velcon representative can provide more complete information. Model Dim. Nominal Micron Rating Protective Outer Wrap FO-412PL2 4 x 12¼ 2 No FO-412PL5 x 1¾ ID 5 No FO-418PL5 4 x 18 5 No FO-418PL15 x 1¾ ID 15 No FO-512PL1/2 ½ No FO-512PL05 For VF-61 Housing 5 No FO-512PL25 25 No FO-614PLF½ FO-614PLF1 1 No FO-614PLF2 2 No FO-614PLF5 5 No FO-614PLF5M 5 Yes FO-614PLF10 6 x 14½ x 3½ ID 10 No FO-614PLF15 15 No FO-614PLF15M 15 Yes FO-614PLF25 25 No FO-614PLF25M 25 Yes FO-614PLF75 75 No FO-629PLF1/4 FO-629PLF2 6 x 29 2 Yes FO-629PLF5 x 3½ ID 5 Yes ½ ¼ No Yes FO-629PLF1/2 ½ Yes FO-629PLF1 1 Yes FO-629PLF10 10 Yes FO-629PLF20 20 Yes FO-629PLF25 25 Yes FO-629PLF1/2TB FO-629PLF1TB 1 Yes FO-629PLF2TB 6 x 29 Threaded Base 2 Yes FO-629PLF5TB 5 Yes ½ Yes FO-629PLF25TB 25 Yes FO-644PLF1/2 FO-644PLF1M 1 Yes FO-644PLF2M 2 Yes FO-644PLF5M 6 x 44 x 3½ ID 5 Yes FO-644PLF10M 10 Yes FO-644PLF15M 15 Yes FO-644PLF25M 25 Yes ½ No Model FO-644PLF1/4TB Dim. Nominal Micron Rating Protective Outer Wrap FO-644PLF1TB 6 x 44 1 Yes FO-644PLF2TB Threaded 2 Yes FO-644PLF5TB Base 5 Yes ¼ Yes FO-644PLF1/2TB ½ Yes FO-644PLF10TB 10 Yes FO-644PLF25TB 25 Yes FO-656PLF1M 6 x 56 x 3½ ID 1 Yes FO-656PLF1/2TB ½ Yes FO-656PLF1TB 6 x 56 1 Yes FO-656PLF2TB Threaded 2 Yes FO-656PLF5TB Base 5 Yes FO-656PLF25TB 25 Yes FO-718PLP3 0.3 No FO-718PL1/2 ½ No FO-718PL01 1 Yes FO-718PL02 2 Yes 6¼ x 18 x 2 FO-718PL Yes 16 ID FO-718PL10 10 Yes FO-718PL15 15 Yes FO-718PL25 25 Yes FO-718PL50 50 Yes FO-736PLP3 0.3 No FO-736PL1/2 6¼ x 36 ½ No FO-736PL ID 5 Yes FO-736PL15 15 Yes FO-822PLP3 0.3 No FO-822PL1/2 8 x x 2 ID ½ No FO-822PL05 5 No FO-829PL05 8 x 29 ½ 2 ID 5 No FOH FOH-644PLF1 6 x 44 x 3½ ID 1 Yes FOH-644PLF1/2 6 x 44 x 3½ ID 0.5 Yes FOH-644PLF1TB 6 x 44 1 Yes FOH-644PLF2TB Threaded Base 2 Yes FOH-644PLF5 6 x 44 x 3½ ID 5 Yes 17

18 F0-6xxA3 & FOH-6xxA1 EI 1590 Qualifi ed Filter Cartridges. 1 and 3 Micron Rated Cartridges for Aviation Fuel Description Primarily designed to be used as prefilter (micronic) cartridges for use in jet fuel handling systems. Used to extend the life of coalescer cartridges in filter/ separator vessels described in EI Velcon has qualified cellulose and microfiberglass media filter cartridges to EI Specification 1590, Specifications and Qualification Procedures for Aviation Fuel Microfilters. Product Features: Large Surface Area Allows high flow rate with low initial pressure drop and maximum contaminant holding capacity. Resin Impregnated Microfiberglass/Cellulose Media Maintains strength, resists effects of water and heat. 75 psi Collapse Strength Heavy gauge carbon steel endcaps and center tube give safety margin against pressure surges. Coated Steel Components Resist corrosion from most industrial fluids. Corrugated Media Prevents pleat pinch-off, assuring all filtration media is utilized. Buna-N Gaskets The best general gasket material available assures positive seal in most fluids. Epoxy Bonding Material Endcaps epoxy-bonded to media to prevent internal bypassing. Threaded Base also available FO-614A3 FOH-644A1K 18

19 SPECIFICATIONS 75 psi Collapse strength 1 & 3 micron efficiency (per EI 1590) 5-9 Operating ph range 250 F Maximum operating temperature CARTRIDGE INFORMATION VELCON MODEL NUMBER DIMENSIONS OUTER WRAP API MICRON EFFICIENCY MAXIMUM FLOW RATE FO-614A3 6 x 14 1 /2 x 3 1 /2 ID NO 3 53 FO-614A3TB 6 x 14 1 /2 x 3 1 /2 ID NO 3 47 FO-629A3 6 x 29 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FO-629A3TB 6 x 29 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FO-644A3 6 x 44 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FO-644A3TB 6 x 44 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FO-656A3 6 x 56 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FO-656A3TB 6 x 56 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FOH-614A1K 6 x 14 1 /2 x 3 1 /2 ID YES 1 53 FOH-614A1TB 6 x 14 1 /2 x 3 1 /2 ID YES 1 47 FOH-629A1K 6 x 29 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FOH-629A1TB 6 x 29 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FOH-644A1K 6 x 44 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FOH-644A1TB 6 x 44 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FOH-656A1K 6 x 56 x 3 1 /2 ID YES FOH-656A1TB 6 x 56 x 3 1 /2 ID YES Please see Data Sheet #1936 for more information about the FOH Series Cartridges. 19

20 VF Series Vertical Filter Vessels DESCRIPTION Consult our cartridge data sheets to select the micron rating and type of cartridge that is right for your application PLF Series (pleated surface type filtration), FG Series (fiberglass depth type filtration), or Aquacon Series (dehydration and filtration). Filter vessels VF814 through VF844, such as the VF shown at right, have through-bolt covers, NPT connections, and include fittings for drain, pressure gauge and air vent. VF1614 and larger vessels, such as the VF shown at top right, are provided with swing bolt closure, RF flange connections and fittings for pressure gauge, air eliminator, pressure relief valve and drain valve. Note: In applications where increased dirt contamination is present, it may be desirable to oversize filtration equipment. Contact Velcon for oversizing recommendations. For API/EI applications, please consult Velcon VF VF APPLICATION Jet Fuel Diesel Fuel Gasoline STANDARD DESIGN FEATURES 150 psi welded steel ASME Code construction. Choice of micron rating from 0.5 to 75 microns. Choice of pleated or depth type media. Epoxy coated interior, primed exterior. Buna-N O-ring cover seals. RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Automatic Air Eliminator Pressure Relief Valve Differential Pressure Gauge Drain Valve(s) Sampling Probes ASME Code Stamp 20

21 Figure 1 Figure 2 Vessel Model Number Maximum Flow USGPM Jet Fuel Gasoline Diesel FO Series Length Qty. Fig. No. Dimensions in Inches A B C D E F G H I J K VF ¾ 26¾ ½ VF ½ Weight with Skid, lbs. Volume U.S. Gallons VF ½ VF ¼ VF ¼ VF ¾ 69¾ ¼ VF ½ ½ 7½ VF ½ ½ 7½ VF ½ 64¼ VF ¾ VF ½ 12½ VF ¾ ¼ Flow rates are for FO-614PLF series pleated paper cartridges. For higher viscosity fluids, consult your Velcon Representative. 2. VF Series Filters are designed to accommodate our standard 6 in. O.D., 31/2 in. I.D., 141/2 in. long cartridges that are stacked one, two, or three high. Many cartridges are available in longer lengths that eliminate stacking. For example, a 44 inch long FO-644PLF1M could be used in place of three 141/2 inch long cartridges. This makes for easier and less expensive changeouts. 3. A number of threaded base filter cartridges (e.g. FO-644PLF5TB) are available, which allow for easier cartridge changeout and removal of particulate matter from the deckplates. See data sheet #1549. The threaded base cartridges mount on the 6000T Adapters. 4. Dimensions shown are for estimating purposes only. For exact dimensions, obtain certified drawing. 5. VF16 and VF20 Series vessels have flat covers. VF16 Series vessels do not have hydraulic lift jacks. 6. Available Aquacon Cartridges are AC-6xx05 and AD-6xx25 where xx represents cartridge lengths of 14, 29, and 44 inches. 21

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24 Worldwide Filtration Manufacturing Locations North America Compressed Air Treatment Filtration & Separation/Balston Haverhill, MA Finite Airtek Filtration Airtek/domnick hunter/zander Lancaster, NY Finite Airtek Filtration/Finite Oxford, MI Engine Filtration & Water Purification Racor Modesto, CA Holly Springs, MS Beaufort, SC Racor Village Marine Tec. Gardena, CA desalination.parker.com Parker Sea Recovery Carson, CA Hydraulic Filtration Hydraulic Filter Metamora, OH Laval, QC Canada Process Filtration domnick hunter Process Filtration Oxnard, CA Madison, WI Phoenixville, PA Aerospace Filtration Velcon Filtration Colorado Springs, CO Europe Compressed Air Treatment domnick hunter Filtration & Separation Gateshead, England +44 (0) Parker Gas Separations Etten-Leur, Netherlands Hiross Zander Padova Business Unit Padova, Italy Hiross Zander Essen Business Unit Essen, Germany Engine Filtration & Water Purification Racor Dewsbury, England +44 (0) Racor Research & Development Stuttgart, Germany +49 (0) Hydraulic Filtration Hydraulic Filter Arnhem, Holland Urjala Operation Urjala, Finland Condition Monitoring Centre Norfolk, England +44 (0) Parker Kittiwake West Sussex, England +44 (0) Parker Procal Peterborough, England +44 (0) Process Filtration domnick hunter Process Filtration Birtley, England +44 (0) Parker Twin Filter BV Zaandam, Netherlands +31(0) Asia Pacific Australia Castle Hill, Australia China Shanghai, China India Navi Mumbai, India Parker Fowler Bangalore, India Japan Tokyo, Japan Parker Techno Osaka, Japan Korea Hwaseon-City Singapore Jurong Town, Singapore Thailand Bangkok, Thailand Latin America Parker Comercio Ltda. Filtration Division Sao Paulo, Brazil Pan American Division Miami, FL Africa Aeroport Kempton Park, South Africa Product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. VEL / Garden of the Gods Road Colorado Springs, CO phone