Installation Instructions for
K-Patents SAFE-DRIVE
Process Refractometer PR-23-SD
Upgrade Kits
1 Background Information
K-Patents SAFE-DRIVE® Process Refractometer operators’ safety risk assessment in
2013 revealed that the biggest safety risk was neglecting the operating instructions. The
assessment results have been used for further improvement of the SAFE-DRIVE
safety in the following ways:
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operators’
1. The SAFE-DRIVE
improve safety of their Refractometer and wash nozzle insertion and removal operations.
• The new safety features can be upgraded into the existing SAFE-DRIVE
Refractometers with an upgrade kit
2. Introducing two new easy-to-use guides: SAFE-DRIVE
Best Practice Guide
3. It is a recommended practice to never operate the SAFE-DRIVE
4. Offering training and certication to support the K-Patents SAFE-DRIVE
needs. The purpose is to ensure that the SAFE-DRIVE
by following the manufacturer’s installation instructions and specications, and to provide
safety instructions and hands-on training on the use of the SAFE-DRIVE
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Refractometer design has been re-engineered to help operators
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Pocket Guide and SAFE-DRIVE®
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Retractor alone.
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users’ training
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Refractometer is installed correctly
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Refractometer.
2 SAFE-DRIVE® Upgrade Options
2.1 SDR2-KIT for Isolation Valve and Retractor Tool
The SDR2-KIT consists of parts for upgrading the existing isolation valve to generation 2
SAFE-DRIVE
consisting of the inner and outer case), a PR-11026 locking bracket and operational and
safety guides.
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using a locking bracket. The kit contains a new Retractor tool (complete kit
When multiple isolation valves are to be operated with the same Retractor tool, it is
recommended to specify and order one SDR2-KIT and additional Locking brackets PR11026 for each upgraded isolation valve.
It is recommended to dispose of the old Retractor Tool(s) to avoid its accidental use.
PR-11026 = Locking bracket for SDI isolation valve
Complete with safety pin, Best Practice manual, Pocket
guide, laminated insertion/retraction guide, upgrade
installation instructions
Additional locking brackets
PR-11026 = Locking bracket for SDI isolation valve
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Generation 2 RETRACTOR
Part No.
SDR2-KIT
SDR2-23
PR -1102 6
PR -1102 6
2.2 SN2-KIT for Prism Wash Nozzle for Steam
The SN2-KIT contains parts for upgrading steam wash nozzle with added safety features
during the insertion and removal operation. The kit contains operational and safety guides.
Model andDescription
SN2-KIT = Steam wash upgrade to SN2
Consisting of the following:
PR-11023 = SDI2 Steam wash nozzle SN2
PR-11025 = Nozzle isolation valve assembly for SDI2
Complete with safety pin, Best Practice manual, Pocket
guide, laminated insertion/retraction guide, upgrade
installation instructions
Part No.
SN2-KIT
PR-11023
PR -1102 5
2.3 WP2-KIT for Prism Wash Nozzle for High Pressure
Water
The WP2-KIT contains parts for upgrading high pressure wash nozzle with added safety
features during the insertion and removal operation. The kit contains operational and
safety guides.
Model andDescription
WP2-KIT = High pressure water upgrade kit to WP2
Consisting of the following:
PR-11024 = SDI2 High pressure water wash nozzle WP2
PR-11025 = Nozzle isolation valve assembly for SDI2
Complete with safety pin, Best Practice manual, Pocket
guide, laminated insertion/retraction guide, upgrade
installation instructions
Part No.
WP2-KIT
PR -11024
PR -1102 5
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Effective: May 1, 2014
Installation Instructions for K-Patents SAFE-DRIVE® Process Refractometer PR-23-SD Upgrade Kits
3 Before Installation
3.1 Components Checklist
Before starting installation, make sure you have all the tools and components listed below.
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4b
4a
4
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3
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Figure 1 System components included in K-Patents delivery
Retractor SDR2-23
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Locking bracket PR-11026
2
2 pcs of Safety pin PR-11029
3
Wash nozzle assembly SN2-KIT or WP2-KIT
4
containing nozzle locking plate
4a
2 pcs of M5 bolt
4b
NOTE: If any of components are missing, contact your supplier before starting installation.
Combination wrenches, 32 mm (1 pc), 14 mm (1 pc), 8 mm (1 pc)
3
Allen keys 8 mm (1 pc), 5 mm (1 pc), 4 mm (1 pc)
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Torque wrench
5
open end tting 19 mm
5a
hex bit socket 8 mm
5b
Pliers
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Thread seal tape
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Pocket guide for insertion and retraction of sensor and wash
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nozzle
Sensor insertion / removal instruction cardSupplied by K- Patents
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Product user manualSupplied by K- Patents
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Supplied by K- Patents
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Effective: May 1, 2014
Installation Instructions for K-Patents SAFE-DRIVE® Process Refractometer PR-23-SD Upgrade Kits
4 Installation
4.1 Safety Requirements
WARNING: The SAFE-DRIVE® Isolation valve SDI can only be upgraded during a shutdown
of the process line.
WARNING: Always shut down the main steam valve before performing any work on the
wash nozzle. Ensure process pipe is empty and not pressurized.
For more safety requirements, please see K-Patents Safety Instructions.
4.2 Locking Bracket Installation in the Generation 1
Isolation Valve
1. Remove top left bolt
2. Insert safety locking bracket according to Figure 3
3. Tighten all four bolts to 36Nm (26lb ft).
Figure 3 Locking bracket installed
4.3 Removal of Generation 1 Nozzle Assembly
WARNING: Always shut the main steam valve before performing any work on the wash
nozzle. Ensure process pipe is empty and not pressurized.