AAF International SAAF DBA User Manual

Better Air is Our Business

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Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction

1.1 About this document

1.2 Packaging and shipping, receiving and inspection,
handling and storage

1.3 Product descriptions

1.4 Product drawings

1.5 Assembly – general comments

1.6 Related system equipment

2.0 Principles of Operation

3.0 Installation Instructions

3.1 Space requirements

3.2 Foundations and anchoring

3.3 Equipment erection

3.4 Connection of inlet and outlet ducts

3.5 Ladder and handrail assembly

3.6 Chemical media installation

4.0 Start-up Instructions

5.0 Gas Monitoring, Operation and Maintenance

5.1 Disposal of used filters

5.2 General system maintenance

6.0 Troubleshooting

6.1 High pressure drop reading across the filter system

6.2 Visible discharge of particulate

7.0 Spare Parts List

8.0 Equipment Characteristics, Operating Weights, and
Shipping Weights

SAAF Deep Bed Adsorber
(SAAF:DBA)

Single Bed, Vertical Airflow, Fiberglass Construction

Installation, Operation and
Maintenance Instructions

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1.0 Introduction

1.1 About This Document

This document contains the information necessary to properly receive,
assemble, install, operate, and maintain the Deep Bed Adsorber
(DBA) filter system. The purchaser, installer, and operator of the filter
system MUST read and comply with this document in its entirety prior
to installation of the equipment and its operation. Failure to comply
with the requirements of this manual may void the product warranty.

CAUTION: These instructions are specific to the DBA filter system.
All ancillary tasks including, but not limited to, electrical and
mechanical work, equipment handling, and safety procedures
must be performed in accordance with industry accepted practice
and all relevant local, state, and federal government codes, laws,
and policies.

1.2 Packaging and Shipping, Receiving and Inspection,
Handling and Storage

1.2.1 Packaging and shipping

Unless otherwise defined in the purchase order and agreed by
AAF the DBA is packaged for domestic transit and shipped FOB
the AAF factory. The method of shipment will be as specified in the
customer’s purchase order to AAF.

1.2.2 Receiving and inspection

Obtain a copy of the purchase order, the product drawing that was
submitted by AAF in association with the order, and a copy of the
bill of lading, along with any other shipping papers. Upon receipt of
the equipment, or any part thereof, these documents shall be used
to ensure that the correct product has been received.

For maximum protection complete the following steps upon receipt
of the AAF DBA:

• Inspect the shipment and all associated documentation. Notify
the carrier immediately if there is any visible damage to the
packaging or the equipment, or a discrepancy in the shipping
papers and, if necessary, file an immediate claim with the carrier
against such damage or discrepancy.

• Confirm that the equipment received agrees with the contents of
the shipping papers.

• Confirm that the shipping documents agree with the purchase
order. Refer to the product drawing submitted for the order
as necessary.

• If it is determined that any equipment ordered on the purchase
order has not been delivered and is not accounted for in the
shipping papers contact AAF International immediately by calling
1-888-223-2003. Reference the AAF control number which will
be listed on the shipping papers.

Each shipment may include:

• One or more individually packaged DBA filter systems.

• Packaged gas phase chemical media.

Note that the DBA filter system and the packaged chemical media
may ship from different locations and be received at different times.

1.2.3 Handling and storage

Following receipt, inspection, and acceptance of the equipment,
and prior to installation, the DBA filter system and the chemical
media shall be handled with great care. The DBA ships mounted
on a pallet for protection during shipping and handling. It is
recommended that it remain on its pallet until it has been moved to
its final installation location. Only personnel experienced in rigging
and handling large equipment shall be employed for this task.

The media shall be retained and stored in its protective packaging
until immediately prior to installation. At all times the equipment and
components shall be protected from exposure to weather. The
equipment shall be stored in a clean, dry, temperature controlled
environment. All items shall be stored on pallets so that they are
elevated above grade.

Packaged chemical media shall not be stored in areas where they
may become contaminated by chemicals, either acids or alkali’s, in
liquid, vapor, or gaseous form.

1.3 Product Descriptions

1.3.1 Deep Bed Adsorber (DBA)

Each DBA will be received individually mounted on a shipping pallet
and wrapped in plastic for protection during shipping. The DBA can
be supplied in various diameters and heights to hold specified
media volumes. The construction of the DBA is available in modular
reinforced FRP, 316 and 304 stainless steel, aluminum, CRS
painted or galvanized steel. Customized internal media support
legs and grating will be provided depending on the volume of
chemical media to be used.

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Figure 1.
Deep Bed Adsorber (DBA), emergency chlorine scrubber, accommodating 2980 lbs.
SAAFCarb MC media.

Media Filling Port

Flanged Air Inlet

Anchor Bracket

Drain

Sampling Ports

Lifting Lug

Flanged Air Outlet

Differential
Pressure Gauge

Manway for
Internal Access