Parr Instrument 5400 User Manual

624M

5400

Tubular Reactor Systems

Operating Instruction Manual

5400 Tubular Reactor System

Preface	3
Scope	3
Related Instructions	3
Safety Information	3
General Specifications	3
Explanation of Symbols	4
Intended Usage	4
Environmental Conditions	4
Provisions for Lifting and Carrying	4
Unpack Carefully	4
General Assembly	4
Cleaning & Maintenance	5
User’s Responsibility	5

Installation	6
Pressure and Temperature Limits	6
Series 5400 Tubular Reactor System Specifications	6
Typical Components	7
Reactor	7
Gas Feed	7
Liquid Feed	7
Product Handling	8
Controllers	8

Vessel Head Fittings	9
Safety Rupture Disc	9
Type J Thermocouple	9
Pressure Gage	9
Spare Parts Kit	9
General Maintenance Notes	10
Periodic Pressure Tests	10
Drawings and Parts	11
5401 Tubular Reactor Assembly	11
5402 Tubular Reactor Assembly	11
5403 Tubular Reactor Assembly	12
5404 Tubular Reactor Assembly	13

Customer Service

Questions concerning the installation or operation of this instrument can be answered by the Parr Customer Service Department:

1-309-762-7716 • 1-800-872-7720

Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail] http://www.parrinst.com

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Preface

Scope

These instructions describe the installation, operation and maintenance of Parr Series 5400Tubular Reactor System.They cover the basic steps to be followed installing these reactors and describe the function of all standard components.They are intended to be used in conjunction with several

related instruction sheets listed in the following section.This information describes several components which are common to most Parr pressure reaction equipment and includes safety precautions and other related information applicable to all reaction laboratories.The users should study all of these instructions carefully before starting to use these vessels so that they will fully understand the capabilities and limitations of the equipment.

Related Instructions

The following Parr publications are also included to further your understanding of this instrument and its component parts:

No. Description

201M Limited Warranty

230M Safety in the Operation of Laboratory Reactors and Pressure Vessels

231M Safety Rupture Discs Operating Instructions

239M 4600 & 4700 General Purpose Pressure

Vessels Operating Instructions

323M Parr Pressure Relief Valves Operating

Instructions

535M Supplemental Instructions for 4871 Process Controller

548M 4848 Reactor Controller Operating

Instructions

551M 4838 Temperature Controller Operating

Instructions

594M A2200E Flow Controller Operating

Instructions

598M 4877 Valve Controller Operating

Instructions

668M 1358HC Grafoil® Tape General Guidelines

F0042 Health & Safety Assurance Certification

5400 Tubular Reactor System

Safety Information

To avoid electrical shock, always:

1.Use a properly grounded electrical outlet of correct voltage and current handling capability.

2.Ensure that the equipment is connected to electrical service according to local national electrical codes. Failure to properly connect may create a fire or shock hazard.

3.For continued protection against possible hazard, replace fuses with same type and rating of fuse.

4.Disconnect from the power supply before maintenance or servicing.

To avoid personal injury:

5.Do not use in the presence of flammable or combustible materials; fire or explosion may result.This device contains components which may ignite such material.

6.Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

General Specifications

Electrical Ratings

Controller ratings are found in the Operating Instructions for the controller supplied with your reactor and on the controller data plate.

Before connecting a controller to an electrical outlet, the user must be certain that the electrical outlet has an earth ground connection and that the line, load and other characteristics of the installation do not exceed the following limits:

Voltage: Fluctuations in the line voltage should not exceed 10% of the rated nominal voltage shown on the data plate.

Frequency: Controllers can be operated from either a 50 or 60 Hertz power supply without affecting their operation or calibration.

Current: The total current drawn should not exceed the rating shown on the data plate on the controller by more than 10 percent.

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Explanation of Symbols

II	On position, full power heater switch
I	On position, half power heater switch
O	Off Position
~	Alternating Current (AC)
	This CAUTION symbol may be present on the Product Instrumentation
	and literature. If present on the product, the user must consult the ap-
	propriate part of the accompanying product literature for more infor-
	mation.
	This CAUTION symbol indicates that the surface may be hot.
	Protective Earth (PE) terminal. Provided for connection of the Protec-
	tive Earth (green or green/yellow) supply system conductor.

Intended Usage

This system has been designed for use as a high pressure reactor system. It has been designed, built, and tested to strict physical and electrical standards. However, it is the user’s responsibility to install

and operate it in conformance with local pressure and electrical codes. If this equipment is used in a manner beyond its intended usage, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Environmental Conditions

This instrument is intended to be used indoors.

Caution!

Do not use in hazardous atmospheres.

Operating: 15 ºC to 35 ºC; maximum relative humidity of 80% non-condensing. Installation Category II (over voltage) in accordance with IEC 664. Pollution degree 2 in accordance with IEC 664.

Altitude Limit: 2,000 meters.

Storage: -25 °C and 65 °C; 10% to 85% relative humidity.

Provisions for Lifting and Carrying

The 5400Tubular Reactor System and its components are very heavy. Before moving ensure all cables are disconnected. Use proper and safe lifting techniques when installing or moving the 5400Tubular Reactor System and/ or its components.

Unpack Carefully

Unpack the equipment carefully and check all the parts against the packing list. Ensure that all layers of the foam packing are inspected and verify that all components have been removed before packing materials are discarded. If shipping damage is discovered, report it immediately to the delivering carriers. The reactor, cart, gas feed system, liquid feed system, product handling equipment and con-

trollers may be packaged separately for convenience in shipping, but these parts are easily reassembled. Examine the components closely for any loose parts or shipping damage and be sure to check all layers of packing materials thoroughly so as not to overlook any parts which might otherwise be discarded.

General Assembly

Although all tubular reactor systems are custom built to the customer’s needs, the general assembly is typical for each unit. The general assembly consists of mounting the gas feed rack and the reactor/

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heater assembly on to the base of the cart using the provided mounting holes. The gas feed rack is located on the left side of the cart and the reactor is on the right. The racks should be mounted to the cart using the provided bolts and wing nuts. These nuts should be checked periodically to ensure that they are tight.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Periodic cleaning may be performed on the exterior surfaces of the instrument with a lightly dampened cloth containing mild soap solution. All power should be disconnected when cleaning the instrument.

There are no user serviceable parts inside the product other than what is specifically called out and discussed in this manual. Advanced troubleshooting instructions beyond the scope of this manual can be obtained by calling Parr Instrument Company in order to determine which part(s) may be replaced or serviced.

Ensure that any hot surfaces have had adequate time to cool before cleaning or maintaining the reactor and/or its components.

User’s Responsibility

All Parr Reactors and pressure vessels are designed and manufactured with great care to assure safe operation when used within their prescribed temperature and pressure limits. But . . . the basic responsibility for safety when using this equipment rests entirely with the user; who must:

1.Select a reactor or pressure vessel which has the capability, pressure rating, corrosion resistance and design features that are suitable for its intended use. Parr engineers will be glad to discuss available equipment and material options with prospective users, but the final responsibility for selecting a reactor or pressure vessel that will perform to the user’s satisfaction in any particular reaction or test must rest with the user

– not with Parr.

In exercising the responsibility for the selection of pressure equipment, the prospective user is often faced with a choice between overor underdesigned equipment.The hazards introduced

by under-designed pressure vessels are readily apparent, but the penalties that must be paid for over-designed apparatus are often overlooked.

Recognizing these criteria, Parr reactors and pressure vessels are offered in several different styles, each designed for convenient use in daily operation within certain temperature and pressure limits, using gaskets, closures and other elements carefully selected for safe operation

within the limits specified for that design. But in order to preserve the validity of these designs, all temperature and pressure limits must be observed, and no attempt should be made to increase these limits by making alterations or by substituting components which are not recommended by Parr Instrument Company.

2.Install and operate the equipment within a suitable barricade, if required, with appropriate safety accessories and in full compliance with local safety codes and rules.

All standard Parr pressure vessels are provided with either a suitable relief device or a means to attach one (typically in the form of a plugged opening). When a pressure vessel is delivered without a pressure venting device, it is the customer’s responsibility to provide pressure relief in order to protect the operator and the equipment from destructive high pressures. If you need more information or need help in selecting a proper relief device, please contact Parr Instrument Company.

3.Establish training procedures to ensure that any person handling the equipment knows how to use it properly.

4.Maintain the equipment in good condition and establish procedures for periodic testing to be sure the vessel remains structurally sound.

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