Welker AEF-1 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

INSTALLATION, OPERATION, ANDMAINTENANCEMANUAL

WELKER ATMOSPHERICEXHAUSTFILTER

MODEL

AEF-1 

DRAWING NUMBER

AD837BA 

MANUALNUMBER

IOM-180

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REVISION

Rev. A, 7/20/2019

TABLEOF CONTENTS

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 SAFETY 3

1. PRODUCT INFORMATION 4

1.1 Introduction 4

1.2 Product Description 4

1.3 Specifications 4

1.4 Equipment Diagram 5

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2. INSTALLATION & OPERATION 6

2.1 Before You Begin 6

2.2 Installation and Operation 6

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3. MAINTENANCE 7

3.1 Before You Begin 7

3.2 Replacing the AEF-1 7

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 APPENDIX 8

 A: Referenced or Attached Documents 8

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SAFETY

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION

READALLINSTRUCTIONS

Notes emphasize information and/or provide additional information to assist the user.

Caution messages appear before procedures that could result in damage to equipment if not observed.

Warning messages appear before procedures that could result in personal injury if not observed.

This manual is intended to be used as a basic installation a nd operation g uide for the Welker OdorEyes Atmo spheric Exhau st Filter, AEF-1. For comp rehensive instructions, please refer to the IOM Manuals for each ind ividual co mponen t. A list of relevant comp onent IOM Manu als is provided in Ap pendix A of this ma nual.

The informa tion in this manu al has been carefully chec ked for accurac y and is intended to be used a s a guide for the installation, operation, and maintenance o f the Welker OdorEyes equipment desc ribed in this manu al. Correct installation and operation, how ever, are the responsibility of the end user. Welker reserves the right to make changes to this manu al and all produ cts in order to improve performa nce and reliability.

BEFOREYOUBEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector's use.

IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Note to Installer - Leave these instructions with the end user.

Note to End User - Keep these instructions for future reference.

Installation of this Atmospheric Exhaust Filter is of a mechanical nature.

Proper install ation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the warranty.

If you received a damaged Atmospheric Exhaust Filter, please contact a Welker representative immediately.

Phone: 281.491.2331 Address: 13839 West Bellfort Street

Sugar Land, TX 77498

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SECTION 1: PRODUCTINFORMATION

1.1 Introduction

We appreciate your business and your choice of Welker products. The installation, operation, and maintenance liability for this equipment becomes that of the purchaser at the time of receipt. Reading the applicable Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) Manuals prior to installation and operation of this equipment is required for a full understanding of its application and performance prior to use.*

If you have any questions, please call Welker at 1-281-491-2331.

*The following p roced ures have been written for use with standard Welker OdorEyes parts and equipment. Assemblies that have b een mod ified may have

add itional requirements and specifications that are not listed in this man ual.

1.2 Product Description

The Welker OdorEyes AEF-1 Atmospheric Exhaust Filter is designed to remove mercaptan odor from natural gas exhaust lines at stations near or in populated areas. The internal filter media absorb offensive odors from constant or intermittent bleed systems.

Welker may custom design the AEF-1 to suit the particular application and specifications of each customer.

1.3 Specifications

The specifications listed in this section are generalized for this equipment. Welker can modify the equipment according to your

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company's needs. Please note that the specifications may vary depending on the customization of y our equipment.

Application

Materials of Construction

Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure

Temperature Range

Inlet Connection

Table 1: AEF-1 Specifications

Odor Removal From Natural Gas Exhuast Lines

Resilient Composites

Atmospheric Conditions Only

0 °F to 140 °F (-17 °C to 60 °C)

¼" FNPT ½" FNPT ¾" FNPT

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1.4 Equipment Diagram

Figure 1: Welker AEF-1 Diagram

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2.1 Before You Begin

After unpacking the unit, check the equipment for compliance and any damage that may have occurred during shipment.

Immediately contact a Welker representative if you received damaged equipment.

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When sealing fittings with PTFE tape, refer to the proper sealing instructions for the brand used.

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2.2 Installation and Operation

The AEF-1 is designed to be used in conjunction with existing equipment powered by odorized natural gas. Refer to the

Installation, Operation, an d Maintenance (IOM) Manua l for the equipment and company standards for proper equipment

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arrangement.

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Tube from the natural gas exhaust line to the inlet of the AEF-1 (Figure 1). 

SECTION 2: INSTALLATION&OPERATION

The AEF-1 must be installed vertically with the outlet pointing down.

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2. As necessary, open any valve(s) before the AEF-1 to allow exhaust flow to the AEF-1.

3. During operation, monitor for the smell of odorized natural gas. If the smell of odorized natural gas is noticeable, the

AEF-1 is no longer filtering effectively and needs to be replaced.

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3.1 Before You Begin

SECTION 3: MAINTENANCE

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Replacement of the AEF-1 is necessary when the smell of odorized natural is noticeable.

2. Welker recommends having an adjustable wrench available for maintenance. Please note that the exact tool required

may vary by model.

3.2 Replacing the AEF-1

1. As necessary, close any valve(s) before the AEF-1 to isolate the AEF-1 from the exhaust flow.

2. Remove the AEF-1 from the exhaust line and discard.

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Connect the inlet of the replacement AEF-1 to the natural gas exhaust line (Figure 1). 

The AEF-1 must be installed vertically with the outlet pointing down.

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4. As necessary, open any valve(s) before the AEF-1 to allow exhaust flow to the AEF-1.

5. The replacement AEF-1 is now operational.

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APPENDIX A: REFERENCEDORATTACHEDDOCUMENTS

Welker Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) Manuals suggested for use with this unit:

l None

Other Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) Manuals suggested for use with this unit:

l None

Welker drawings and schematics suggested for use with this unit:

l Assembly Drawing: AD837BA

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NOTES

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13839 West Bellfort Street

Sugar Land, TX77498

Phone: 281.491.2331

welker.com

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