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AAF® INTERNATIONAL

INSTALLATION, OPERATION
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

RotoClone LVN ™
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 WARNING:
Process owners/operators must determine if their process creates a combustible dust, fume, or
mist before installing or operating a dust or mist collection product. Process owners/operators
are solely responsible for ensuring proper precautions have been taken to prevent and avoid
catastrophic damages, injuries and/or deaths related to the operation of this dust collector in a
combustible dust, fume, or mist application. At a minimum, process owners/operators should:

 Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal codes and standards.
 Ensure all NFPA standards have been met.
o Note that current NFPA standards require owners/operators of processes that
involve potentially combustible materials to have a current Hazard Analysis.
 Prevent all ignition sources from entering into any dust or mist collection equipment
 Design, select, and implement fire and explosion mitigation, suppression, and isolation
strategies that are appropriate for the risks associated with their processes
 Develop, implement, and maintain proper work place maintenance procedures to
maintain a safe operating environment that ensures combustible dust, fume, or mist
does not accumulate within the work environment

When combustible materials are present, AAF International recommends that all process
owners/operators consult with experts to make certain all responsibilities are met.

AAF International can provide assistance in the selection of the filtration technology however,
process owners/operators retain all responsibility for the suitability of fire and explosion hazard
mitigation, suppression, and isolation strategies. AAF International assumes no responsibility
or liability for the suitability of any fire and/or explosion mitigation strategy, or any items
incorporated into a collector as part of an owner/operators hazard mitigation strategy.

Improper operation of a dust control system may contribute to conditions in the work area or
facility that could result in severe personal injury and product or property damage. Check that
all dust and mist collection equipment is properly selected and sized for the intended use.

DO NOT operate this equipment until you have read and understand the instruction warnings
in the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual.

For best results, discuss the use and application of this equipment with an AAF International
representative.

For optimal product performance, use only AAF International replacement parts.

Product Information:

Model ____________________________

Serial Number _____________________

Installation Date ___________________

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 6
2 SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Safety statement ............................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Safe working practices and staff training .......................................................... 6
2.3 Dust explosions ................................................................................................................ 7
2.4 Electrical hazards ............................................................................................................ 7
2.5 Rotating equipment ....................................................................................................... 8
2.6 Safety guards .................................................................................................................... 8
3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION.............................................................................. 8
3.1 Description ......................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Purpose and intended use .......................................................................................... 8
3.3 Normal Operation............................................................................................................ 8
3.4 Sizes and Arrangements .............................................................................................. 9
3.5 Filter elements.................................................................................................................. 9
3.6 Weights .............................................................................................................................. 10
4 PRODUCT SHIPMENT .......................................................................................................... 10
4.1 How the product ships................................................................................................ 10
5 PRODUCT RECEIPT AT THE DESIGNATED DELIVERY POINT .......................... 10
5.1 Responsibilities of the customer or customer’s agent............................... 10
5.2 Receiving ........................................................................................................................... 10
5.3 Inspection on arrival ................................................................................................... 10
5.4 Damaged goods.............................................................................................................. 10
5.5 Missing goods.................................................................................................................. 11
6 UNLOADING AND HANDLING ......................................................................................... 11
6.1 Unloading .......................................................................................................................... 11
6.2 Handling ............................................................................................................................. 11
7 STORAGE AND PROTECTION .......................................................................................... 11
8 SITE PREPARATION ............................................................................................................ 12
8.1 Locating equipment ..................................................................................................... 12
8.2 Foundations...................................................................................................................... 12
9 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION ................................................................................... 13
9.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 13
9.2 Assembling and installing the structure ........................................................... 13
9.2.1 All Arrangements ......................................................................... 13
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 9.2.2 Lubrication .................................................................................. 13
9.2.3 Electrical connections ................................................................... 13
9.2.4 Water supply connections ............................................................. 14
9.2.5 Drain Connection ......................................................................... 14
9.2.6 Ductwork Installation ................................................................... 14
10 WATER LEVEL CONTROL ................................................................................................... 15
10.1 Model “A” Control ......................................................................................................... 15
10.2 Wiring diagram............................................................................................................... 16
11 START-UP & OPERATION.................................................................................................. 18
11.1 To Fill RotoClone ............................................................................................................ 18
11.2 To Start RotoClone........................................................................................................ 18
11.3 To Stop RotoClone ........................................................................................................ 18
12 MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................... 19
12.1 Record Keeping .............................................................................................................. 19
12.2 Removal of Collected Material ................................................................................ 19
12.3 Draining the RotoClone .............................................................................................. 19
12.4 Cleaning the RotoClone .............................................................................................. 19
12.5 RotoClone Maintenance ............................................................................................. 19
12.5.1 Water Level Control Box ............................................................... 20
12.5.2 Water Eliminator .......................................................................... 20
12.5.3 RotoClone Housing ....................................................................... 20
12.5.4 Fan ............................................................................................ 20
13 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................ 21
13.1 Reduction in airflow at exhaust hoods............................................................... 21
13.2 Reduction in dust collection efficiency .............................................................. 21
13.3 Water entrainment in exhaust discharge ......................................................... 21
14 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST ........................................................................... 22

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 1 INTRODUCTION
This document contains the information necessary to properly receive, assemble, install,
operate, and maintain the AAF® RotoClone® LVN 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. The information and guidelines contained in this manual
are not exhaustive, and additional or different precautions, measures, training, etc. may be needed
depending on the specific circumstances.

CAUTION
These instructions are specific to the AAF RotoClone® LVN 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.

2 SAFETY
2.1 Safety statement customers. In this spirit the following
The air cleaning equipment supplied by guidelines are offered for the consideration of
AAF International ranges from very large those responsible:
multiple-component assemblies which require
significant and complex, rigging, handling and All personnel shall receive safety
assembly on-site, to small compact training specific to the site, the task, and the
assemblies that are easily handled and conditions under which the work will be
maneuvered. In addition to size, many of the conducted.
dust collectors will require electrical
connections, water supply, and will feature All personnel shall be equipped with
high speed rotating equipment. appropriate safety apparel and equipment,
such as clothing, footwear, hard-hats, gloves,
At all times, when dealing with ear protection, eye protection, and safety
industrial equipment such as dust collection harness.
equipment personnel safety must be the
highest priority of all involved, from riggers, All personnel involved in any stage of
installers, operators, users, and maintenance the process shall have been trained for the
personnel. Those responsible on-site shall tasks in which they will be involved and at all
review the details of the equipment times shall be under the direct supervision of
beforehand and develop a plan for dealing experienced supervisors and managers.
with all stages of the installation from receipt
of the equipment on-site to start-up, All personnel shall be equipped with
commissioning, and hand-over. All applicable appropriate tools and equipment to safely and
health, safety, and environmental (“HSE”) efficiently complete their task.
rules, regulations and legislation shall be fully
complied with at all times. Adequate lighting shall be supplied at
all times while work is being conducted.
2.2 Safe working practices and
A work perimeter shall be set up to
staff training define the limits of the area within which the
AAF International is fully committed to
work will be conducted and outside which
the safety of its employees and those of its there will be no threat to the safety of
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 personnel or plant. The perimeter shall be properly designed explosion vents, explosion
taped-off and marked appropriately to suppression systems, or flameless vents. The
prevent accidental ingress of uninvolved user shall understand which method is being
personnel or equipment. When the work area used and who is responsible for the design
impedes into existing access ways or traffic and supply of the equipment required.
routes for which no practical alternative is When an explosive dust has been properly
available, barriers, wardens and flaggers shall identified to AAF, the dust collector may be
be employed to safely control crossing traffic structurally designed to withstand the internal
and personnel. pressure generated during the explosive
event and fitted with an explosion vent, or
At any time only those personnel with multiple vents, designed to safely
directly involved in completing the task at discharge the pressure and the resulting
hand shall be allowed within the work fireball. The user shall review the purchase
perimeter. order and the documents referenced within it
to determine if explosion protection
2.3 Dust explosions equipment has been supplied by AAF
Dust explosions constitute a serious International. Where this is the case, review
industrial hazard and may result in death, the appropriate sections of this manual that
serious injury, and/or devastating property deal with the installation, operation and
damage. It is the responsibility of the user to maintenance of the equipment ordered.
identify the nature of the dust and whether or
not it poses an explosive hazard and to When explosion protection systems are
properly mitigate this hazard. Except as supplied by multiple vendors, it is the
otherwise expressly provided in writing, AAF responsibility of the user to coordinate
makes no representation or warranty in between suppliers to ensure that the
connection with explosion hazard equipment, equipment supplied by each vendor will work
including, but not limited to, the necessity or together to achieve the required protection.
effectiveness of explosion hazard equipment For instance, if an explosion suppression
or to the design, installation, operation, and system is being supplied by parties other than
performance of such equipment. The basic AAF, it is incumbent on the user to ensure
standard for dealing with explosive dust that the dust collection equipment has been
applications is from the National Fire ordered to resist the internal pressure defined
Protection Agency (“NFPA”), NFPA 69: by the suppression equipment supplier.
Standard on Explosion Prevention Systems.
This standard applies to the design, 2.4 Electrical hazards
installation, operation, maintenance, and Before doing any work on the AAF
testing of systems for the prevention of equipment make sure that all potential
explosions by means of various methods. The electrical hazards have been identified and
user shall be fully conversant with the that all electric current connected to the
provisions of NFPA 69 and shall comply in full equipment, and to any connected or
with all of its requirements. associated equipment, has been properly
disconnected and securely locked-out to
By its very nature AAF equipment is prevent accidental reconnection prior to
intended to be used to capture airborne completion of the work. All electrical work
particulate matter, otherwise known as dust. shall be done in full accordance with the
There are various methods for dealing with a current edition of NFPA 70, the National
dust explosion in a dust collector. These can Electrical Code, and all other applicable laws,
include, but are not limited to, the use of rules, and regulations. All electrical work shall

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 be performed by a licensed electrician. Only to operate when any of the access panels on
original AAF parts shall be used as the dust collector, or the silencer, have been
replacements for ongoing maintenance and removed. The fan must be disconnected and
repair. locked out prior to the performance of any
maintenance work, see paragraph 2.4.
2.5 Rotating equipment
The RotoClone LVN will operate with a 2.6 Safety guards
fan which is installed either on the ground or The dust collector cabinet prevents
on the top of the dust collector. The fan wheel access to the fan inlet. All access panels shall
rotates at a nominal speed of 3,600 rpm and remain bolted in place while the fan is
has the potential to cause severe injury. The operating. Prior to the removal of any access
fan wheel could be accessed from inside the panel the electrical power to the collector
cabinet through the air inlet if the moisture shall be disconnected and locked out, see
eliminator is removed, and from outside the paragraphs 2.4 and 2.5. After electrical power
cabinet through the fan discharge. All due is disconnected the fan wheel will continue to
care should be exercised to avoid any contact rotate for a period of time before coasting to
with the operating fan. Under no a stop. Do not access the fan until the fan
circumstances should the fan ever be allowed wheel has come to a complete stop.

3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION

3.1 Description operation of the fan if the water level is too
The RotoClone LVN is a complete dust low.
control unit. Designed to perform its various
functions automatically, the RotoClone 3.2 Purpose and intended use
requires very little maintenance. Like any The RotoClone LVN is intended to be
other mechanical equipment, however, it used to collect dust that can be explosive,
should have regular attention and be such as metal dusts, dusts that tend to cause
operated according to instructions to insure dry collectors to have problems, such as oily
long life and trouble-free service. or moisture laden dust, or dusts that can be
easily collected using a water bath. Contact
The RotoClone LVN is a factory AAF International for assistance on your
assembled, fully self-contained unitary dust application.
collector. The dust generated by operations is
drawn into the collector by ductwork, into a 3.3 Normal Operation
water bath and then through AAF’s unique The RotoClone LVN cleans the air by
static impeller which causes the dust to mix the combined action of centrifugal force and a
thoroughly with the water and separate from thorough mixing of water and dust laden air.
the air. The cleaned air is then emitted from The dust is separated from the air by means
the dust collector through the fan located on of a water curtain, created by the flow of air
top of the collector and separated dust settles through a partially submerged stationary
to the bottom of the water bath. The dust impeller (see Figure 1). Air flowing through
forms a sludge which is then periodically the impeller at a high velocity conveys water
removed from the collector. with it in a very turbulent sheet. Since there
is a certain differential pressure through the
The RotoClone N can only be operated impeller, the water flows upward through the
when it is filled with water to the correct slot in an attempt to reach the water level on
level. Automatic cut-out devices prevent the clean air side. This water flow upward
through the slot creates increased interaction
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 between the dust and water, thus, increased The water in the reservoir is
collection efficiency. The centrifugal force continually reused and since the water curtain
exerted by the rapid changes in direction of is produced by the air flow, no pumps or
flow causes the dust particle to penetrate the nozzles are required. The water level is
water film and become permanently trapped. maintained by the water level probe in the
(Figure 1) control box as long as a small amount of fresh
water is supplied through the make-up water
Any entrained moisture in the cleaned connection as needed to compensate for
air is removed by specially designed, wide evaporation and water lost as the collected
spaced chevron eliminators. dust is removed from the unit.

Figure 1. Cross Section of the RotoClone LVN Impeller.

3.4 Sizes and Arrangements

The RotoClone LVN is available in 2 3.5 Filter elements
sizes, operating from 1000 to 2000 cfm There are no disposable filter elements
(1700-3400 m3/hr). associated with the RotoClone LVN, as the
water and impeller acts as the filtering
elements. After filters can be utilized with the
RotoClone LVN as efficiency is needed.

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 3.6 Weights
Table 1. RotoClone LVN Shipping and Operating Weights
RotoClone LVN Shipping and Operating Weights

Maximum Operating Wt. Normal Operating Wt. Water Capacity Erecting

Size
(lbs) (lbs) (Gallons) Weight (lbs)

1000 1700 1600 61 1075

2000 2400 2200 102 1360
Notes
1. Weight based on maximum sludge capacity with a sludge weight of 80 pounds per cubic foot.
2. Weight based on weight of water as 62.4 pounds per cubic foot

4 PRODUCT SHIPMENT
4.1 How the product ships
The RotoClone LVN is shipped fully assembled.

5 PRODUCT RECEIPT AT THE DESIGNATED DELIVERY POINT

WARNING
5.1 Responsibilities of the A qualified installation and service
customer or customer’s agent company should complete
installation of the collector and
Ensure all loading/unloading
equipment and safety equipment is on site at accessories.
the time of delivery. Safe and efficient
operation of the collector depends on proper 5.4 Damaged goods
installation. Know proper laws, codes and If there is any visible damage to the
regulations before installation starts. packaging or the equipment notify the carrier
and AAF before proceeding further and, if
5.2 Receiving appropriate, file an immediate claim with the
Remove crates, tarps, shipping straps, carrier against such damage. Be aware that
etc. along with any loose items or equipment damage to packaging may indicate hidden
damage to the product that is not
before unloading the AAF RotoClone LVN.
immediately discernable.
5.3 Inspection on arrival Digital color photographs must be
The AAF RotoClone LVN is normally taken of any damage to the packaging and
shipped by truck and should be checked for the equipment immediately on discovery. The
damage that may have occurred in route. nature of any damage must also be
Compare the collector(s) received to the documented in writing. Adequate
description and/or drawing of the collector(s) documentation will be critical to support any
ordered. Immediately report any differences claims.
or missing items from the order to AAF
International. Remove loose items or
Contact AAF International for claim
components before lifting the collector from filing procedure.
the truck.

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 5.5 Missing goods notified immediately. Contact AAF
Any missing goods should be noted on International for claim filing procedure.
the delivery receipt, and the carrier and AAF

FOR ASSISTANCE: Contact AAF International at 1-800-477-1214. Have the AAF control
number available. The control number can be found on the shipping papers.

6 UNLOADING AND HANDLING

6.1 Unloading
6.2 Handling
CAUTION
Failure to lift the collector correctly CAUTION
can result in severe personal Only personnel experienced in
injury, property damage, or even handling equipment shall be
death. employed for this task.

Check the drawings of the specific If lifted by its shipping pallet, attention
RotoClone LVN ordered for dimensions and must be paid to properly balancing the load
weights to ensure proper lifting and and strapping it to the handling device. Care
installation equipment. shall be taken to ensure that the equipment is
not dropped or subjected to any impact loads.
All lifting operations must be made in
compliance with the relevant HSE legislation.

7 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

If not installed immediately, the accumulation of surface dust and include the
equipment shall be retained and stored in a following:
protective environment until immediately
prior to installation. This environment shall be  Motor shaft and flanges to be coated
clean, dry, and temperature and humidity- with easily removable rust
controlled. preventative Tectyl No.502-C, or
equal.
At all times the equipment shall be
protected from exposure to weather and from  Block all openings to prevent rodents
standing water. and small animals from nesting inside.

All equipment shall be stored on its  Insert silica gel desiccant in control
original shipping pallet so that it is elevated boxes and motor junction boxes.
above grade.
 Cover units completely to exclude dirt,
The equipment shall be clearly labelled dust, moisture, and other foreign
and be stored in a location that is easily and materials. If possible, insert motor in
readily accessible. strong, transparent plastic bag. Attach
moisture indicator to side of motor,
If prolonged storage (greater than 30 place several bags of silica gel inside,
days) is anticipated, the equipment shall be then seal plastic bag. If motor cannot
covered with plastic to prevent the be placed in plastic bag and relative

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 humidity exceeds 50%, use space and recoat with rust preventative as
heaters to keep motor at least 10F required. Also check operation of
above ambient air temperature. space heaters.

 Rotate motor shaft at least 10 If the unit has been in use and
revolutions every month; re-lubricate prolonged storage is anticipated, the unit
bearings after each year of storage. shall be cleaned on the inside and outside of
dust and water to prevent damage to the
 Check desiccant bags and rust interior and exterior of the collector.
prohibitive monthly; replace desiccant

8 SITE PREPARATION
8.1 Locating equipment handled easily. See collector drawing for
The dust collector site location must cartridge clearance.
take into account the wind and seismic
loadings. See collector specifications to CAUTION
ensure proper site location. In the case of hazardous dust,
consult your local authorities, laws,
WARNING codes, or regulations for the
Ensure local laws, codes and location of the unit.
regulations are followed for the
materials being collected. Noise 8.2 Foundations
levels should be considered when Foundations must be true, level, and
selecting the proper location of the rigid enough to prevent vibration and support
RotoClone LVN. the weight of the RotoClone LVN with its
maximum dust and water load. See section
Locate the RotoClone LVN in a location 3.6 for net weights of the RotoClone LVN.
so that maintenance to the collector can be

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 9 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
9.1 Introduction
Safe and efficient operation of the
RotoClone
installation.
LVN depends on proper i Note: This level can be checked by
filling the unit with water until the
level reaches the entering edge
(Figure 1) of the impeller. This
AAF recommends that the ductwork entering edge should be level with the
going into the collector be as straight as water along its entire length with
possible, with at least 5 diameters of straight maximum variation of 1⁄16" plus or
run recommended. minus.

WARNING 9.2.2 Lubrication

Authorities with jurisdiction should All motor bearings are ball bearings
be consulted before installing the and packed with grease before leaving the
RotoClone LVN to insure local factory. Do not add more grease during
installation laws, codes, regulations installation.
and procedures are followed. Some motors have lubrication plugs.
A qualified installation and service They should be removed and replaced with
agent must complete installation grease fittings. Lubricate every six months
and service of the dust collector under dusty operating conditions, and every
and equipment. 12 months under reasonably clean conditions.

Ensure all covers from shipping and 9.2.3 Electrical connections

loose materials are removed from the Customer’s connection is made to the
collector before installation. Failure to do so control box’s L1, L2, L3 and ground.
can result in failure of the dust collector. Disconnect device is provided by customer.
The following page includes the wiring
Ensure the hardware on the dust diagram.
collector assemblies are properly installed and
tight before installation.
CAUTION
Ensure that motor voltage
9.2 Assembling and installing the matches line voltage, and
structure wiring is per diagram on motor.
9.2.1 All Arrangements After connecting the motor
leads, ensure that the motor
1. Set RotoClone on foundation rotates in a clockwise
and adjust base until unit is direction as viewed from the
level. Place spirit level on the top of the unit.
leveling strips welded on two
or more sides of the hopper. Sequence of operation:
Use care in leveling both
directions as the operation of 1. Water level control 'WLC' is energized
when power is turned on at the
the RotoClone depends on disconnect switch.
the accuracy of the leveling
function.
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 2. When '2PB' start button is pressed, fan should be attached here and to the 1” (FPT)
motor starter 'M' is energized and roto- overflow coupling on the side of the sludge
clone starts. chute.

3. If water level falls below the electrode 9.2.6 Ductwork Installation

'EL', after a 2 min. Delay, water level In order to prevent surging within the
control 'WLC' contacts #1 & #3 close, RotoClone, four to five duct diameters length
energizing timer 'TR' and opens water of straight run prior to the inlet will provide
solenoid valve 'SV'. When water level uniform distribution at the inlet. If an elbow is
reaches electrode 'EL', water level required due to space constraints, turning
control 'WLC' contacts #1 & #3 open, vanes must be used in the elbow to evenly
de-energizing timer 'TR' & closes water distribute the air and prevent surging.
valve 'SV'. If water level does not reach
electrode 'EL' within 3 min. (field Inlet and exhaust ductwork must be
adjustable) while roto-clone is supported from the floor, wall or ceiling; not
operating, timer 'TR' contacts #1 & #3 from the RotoClone or fan exhauster.
open, de-energizing fan starter 'M' Depending on the application and local
stopping roto-clone & closing water conditions, the discharge from the exhauster
solenoid valve 'SV'. may be either returned to the workroom or
discharged to the atmosphere. It may be
4. When '1PB' stop button is pressed, or if desirable to have both outside and inside
overload relay 'OL' trips, roto-clone fan discharges fitted with a selective damper.
motor starter 'm' is de-energized. This will save heat in the winter with
RotoClone fan will stop & water solenoid recirculation and aid ventilation by
valve 'SV' closes. discharging outside during the summer
months. When a discharge duct is required, it
9.2.4 Water supply connections should extend above adjacent roof lines and
Units are supplied with a 1” (FPT) should discharge vertically upward. As long as
quick fill valve and ¼” (FPT) solenoid valve there is a drain in the fan housing, a drain
for automatic water makeup. Connect supply cap or weather hood should not be used.
piping to both. Cross-section of the discharge duct should not
be less than the exhauster outlet area.
9.2.5 Drain Connection
A 2” (FPT) drain valve is supplied at
the bottom of the hopper. Drain piping,

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 10 WATER LEVEL CONTROL
Supply water makeup for the water flow. This prohibits a continuous water
RotoClone is required because of water losses overflow at the weir.
due to evaporation and sludge removal.
Makeup water will maintain the proper water If the water level has not reached the
level in the unit by entering the RotoClone electrode within three (3) minutes, the timer
through the RotoClone/Control box will turn off the RotoClone exhauster and stop
connection. the RotoClone operation.

The Model A control is the only water NOTE: Since make-up water is only added to
level control available on the RotoClone LVN. replace evaporated water losses and sludge
removal water losses, dissolved solids will
10.1 Model “A” Control build up in the scrubbing water which can
This control box is used when there cause increased rates of corrosion. It is
can be no water overflow from the RotoClone. recommended that the reservoir be purged
Makeup water will be added to the system occasionally and pH readings be taken once a
only when the requirement exists. This week (with litmus paper) and adjusted to
control also prevents the RotoClone from 6.5–7.5.
operating when there is insufficient water
level. This range is appropriate for most
dusts except aluminum, magnesium, and
The water supply system contains a fill titanium, which oxidize and leave a high
valve, strainer, solenoid valve, electrode, hydrogen ion content. A high H content
electrode holder, and a timing relay. equals a low pH. This can be kept in the 6–
6.5 range with an automatic (solenoid valves
The electrode and holder are installed on drain and makeup) purge system which
in one of the ports on the top of the box. This lets in fresh water once each one to four
low water safety device is designed to be in hours. For each gallon of fresh water, a gallon
continuous contact with the water in the of low pH water is released.
control box. When the water level drops
below the electrode, the solenoid valve opens Be aware that most collected dusts are
to supply the required makeup water to the either inert or biodegradable. However, dusts
system. When the control box water level is which are toxins or heavy metals may not be
again in contact with the electrode, the purged to the sewage system. Be sure to
solenoid valve closes and stops the makeup follow the applicable regulations on this
matter.

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 10.2 Wiring diagram

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 Figure 3, Wiring diagram

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 11 START-UP & OPERATION
11.1 To Fill RotoClone
1. Close drain valve or insert drain plug (on older units without drain
valve), and open any manual valves in the supply piping.

2. Fill the RotoClone with water to approximately 1⁄2" to 2" below the
electronic probe tip or the unit will be marked with a horizontal line
indicating “Air (Fan) On” water level.

11.2 To Start RotoClone

1. Check that the water level is approximately 2" below the operating
level on the level indicating tube.

2. Make sure sludge removal door is in place.

3. Press “start” button for exhauster motor.

4. Adjust water level to the correct operating level as shown on the level
indicating tube, or until it just touches the electronic probe.

11.3 To Stop RotoClone

1. Press exhauster motor “stop” button.

2. Turn off water supply. Even on units supplied with solenoid valves, it is
recommended that a manual valve be placed in the water supply line, prior
to the RotoClone, for maintenance purposes and occasions where the
RotoClone will be idle for extended periods of time.

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 12 MAINTENANCE
12.1 Record Keeping 12.3 Draining the RotoClone
It is suggested that a record is kept of Ideally, the RotoClone should be shut
operational data and that all servicing down for a few hours prior to draining to
maintenance is recorded. allow solids to settle.

Maintenance data to be recorded Open the drain slowly such that flow
should include details of inspections and any increases gradually. This will prevent a
parts replaced. sudden rush of solids into the drain. Initially,
a small amount of the sludge layer will erode
More frequent cleaning may be away in the vicinity of the drain. The cleaner
required for certain applications. water will then flow out and tends to leave
the remainder of the sludge layer intact.
12.2 Removal of Collected
Material If the drain is plugged, backflush the
In general, the RotoClone LVN is best drain with a hose or manually back the sludge
away from the drain in order to establish
suited for light or moderate dust loadings
flow. Drain pluggage is an indication that the
such that the interval between each sludge
removal is of a reasonable length. The frequency of cleaning should be increased.
required cleaning interval can be determined
for any given RotoClone installation by using 12.4 Cleaning the RotoClone
the rule shown below. Collected material can be raked up the
sloping side through the main access door.
Any material collected on the flat Dust and metal chips can be easily removed
surfaces, as well as material collected in the with a 12" wide hoe.
RotoClone, should be removed at regular
intervals. Mud or sludge pumps are available
from several manufacturers. They can be

i NOTE: Cleanout interval established

must be frequent enough to prevent
collected material from exceeding a
used to pump the settled material into a
suitable container. Sometimes a “wet-vac”
type unit can be utilized.
depth of 6" (2" for light metals).
Once collected material is removed, fill
The sludge depth may be checked by the RotoClone in section 0.
probing through the access door periodically
during the first week of operation. At the end 12.5 RotoClone Maintenance
of the week, inspect the unit to determine the During the draining and cleaning of the
depth of sludge accumulation. Based upon RotoClone, a routine inspection and cleaning
this inspection, a fixed schedule should be of water level control box and float switch,
established for regular sludge removal. electronic probes if supplied, and RotoClone

i NOTE: The RotoClone may be cleaned

without draining.
housing, should be done.

To ensure proper operation of the

RotoClone, these procedures should be
followed as a minimum. More frequent
cleaning may be required for certain
applications.

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 12.5.1 Water Level Control Box
Observe water level in sight tube Inspect the fan wheel by removing the
(electronic probe hose connection) frequently. top assembly. Check for any dust
Be certain that water level is at the running accumulation every three (3) months.
level. Verify that no blockage occurs in the
connections of the tubing (or hose) to the Re-lubricate motor bearings every 12
RotoClone housing. months (more often if conditions require).
Follow these steps:
Clean water control box, sight tubing, 1. Stop the motor. Lock out the
and connection hosing as needed. switch.

Wipe down electronic probe or float 2. Thoroughly clean off and

switch.
remove pipe plugs from the
12.5.2 Water Eliminator bearing housing.
Inspect each week and remove any
accumulations. Cleaning methods will vary
with material collected. Hosing in place is 3. Remove hardened grease from
effective for many materials. Removal of
drains with stiff wire or rod.
plates and scraping or washing may be
necessary. After cleaning, install correctly.
4. Add grease to the inlet with a
12.5.3 RotoClone Housing hand gun until small amount of
After one month’s operation, drain the new grease is forced out the
RotoClone and check for build-up on any drain.
surfaces. Check all impeller surfaces and
hopper walls carefully and wash down with
water hose, if required. Frequency of this
operation can be extended until proper cycle
i NOTE: For best results, grease should
be a good grade of petroleum oil. It
should be of No. 2 consistency and
for a given application has been determined. stabilized against oxidation. Operating
temperature range should be from —15
12.5.4 Fan ˚ F to +250 ˚ F for Class B insulation,
Check the fan for excessive vibration and to +300˚F for Class “F” and “H”.
each month. Be certain the fan is rotating in Most leading oil companies have
the proper direction. If vibration of the fan special bearing greases that are
becomes excessive, the exhauster should be satisfactory.
disassembled and thoroughly cleaned.

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 13 TROUBLESHOOTING
Most difficulties that may be 13.2 Reduction in dust collection
encountered in RotoClone operation will be efficiency
discovered and corrected by one or more of Extreme reduction in air flow, see 13.1
the following:
Low water level in RotoClone.
13.1 Reduction in airflow at
exhaust hoods The unit out of level.
Reduced exhauster flow due to
pluggage. Clean out the collector. Corrosion or abrasion to impeller
sections.
Accumulations in the ducts or hoods
due to sticky nature of dust, or settling in Material buildup inside collector.
ducts caused by low conveying velocities.
Confirm airflow and duct velocities are 13.3 Water entrainment in
enough to transport the dust to the collector exhaust discharge
without dropout.
Buildup of water in the fan plenum.
There is a drain hole near the front of the fan
Addition of more exhaust points to the discharge.
system, causing a higher static at the fan.
Excessive air flow through RotoClone.
High water level in RotoClone. This can To stop entrainment caused by excessive air
be observed at the level indicating tube. Drain flow, increase static pressure by partially
water out of the unit until it reaches the
closing the outlet slide damper located on top
correct level.
of the RotoClone.
Pluggage at the eliminator shelves or Surging of the RotoClone is a rocking
accumulations in impellers or dirty air of the water from end to end in the unit. This
chamber. Clean of the moisture eliminators
can be caused by running the unit well below
and unit.
its rated capacity or too high an external
pressure resistance. Contact your local AAF
Fan running backwards. sales representative for assistance.

Material buildup on mist eliminator

baffles.

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 14 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST
Parts of the RotoClone will not require frequent replacement and spare part stock is seldom
necessary.
When ordering any parts, give RotoClone size, type and serial number (see the Equipment
nameplate).

Figure 5, Equipment Nameplate

Figure 4, Spare parts

Item Description Quantity

1 Water level sensor / probe 1
2 Solenoid valve 1
3 Manual water supply valve 1
4 Manual drain valve 1
5 Control panel 1
6 Motor 1
7 Fan impeller 1
8 Fan inlet cone 1
9 Peripheral door gasket 1
10 Impeller gasket 1
11 Equipment Nameplate 1

To obtain replacement parts:

Call: 1-800-477-1214
Or email: AAFEP@AAFINTL.com.

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