INSTRUCTIONS

FOR

ROTARY VALVE

TYPE 200/347-B/EX

WARNING

Rotary valves contain rotating parts.

Do not touch while in operation.

For safe operation, refer also to "Safety" section:

"Rotating Mechanical Equipment" before operating the valve.

All plant personnel must be familiar with these instructions. 5810-0016

Niro will not assume any responsibility for personal injury 3706 en
or equipment damage caused by faulty operation. (200/347-B/EX)
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CONTENTS PAGE

1. DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................ 1
1.1 General description .................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Identification code ...................................................................................................... 2

2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ........................................................................... 3

2.1 Capacity ...................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Gear ............................................................................................................................ 3
2.3 Dimensions ................................................................................................................. 3
2.4 Weights (excl. of motor) ............................................................................................ 3
2.5 Moment of inertia referred to motor shaft .................................................................. 3
2.6 Leakage rate as a function of pressure difference and particle size ........................... 4

3. INSTALLATION AND FIRST TIME START-UP .............................................. 6

3.1 Installation and first time start-up .............................................................................. 6
3.2 Danger ........................................................................................................................ 7

4. NORMAL OPERATION......................................................................................... 8
4.1 Cleaning...................................................................................................................... 8
4.2 Interruption of operation ............................................................................................ 9

5. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Tools ......................................................................................................................... 10
5.2 Oil change and cleaning of gear ............................................................................... 11
5.3 Disassembly and assembly of gear ........................................................................... 12

6. DOCUMENTATION
6.1 Assembly Drawings
6.2 Component Catalogue Sheets
6.3 Spare Parts Lists
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1. DESCRIPTION

1.1 General description

The rotary valve is designed to transport powder from one chamber to another at a
reliable rate, and in addition limit the air flow.
WARNING
The rotary valve is approved by DMT as closing valve against dust explosion
(pressure resistance 10 bar) and flame penetration (ignition cut out) on the product
inlet side. Therefore the clearance, 0.2 mm or less, between the rotor and the housing
cannot and must not be adjusted (increased)!
The valve comprises the following components:
Item 200 Gear
300 House
400 Rotor
500 End cover
The gear (200) is a planetary gear with a ratio of 36.8 resulting in a rotor rpm of 25 at
50 Hz and 30 at 60 Hz. The power from the motor is transmitted to the gear via a
flexible coupling.
The motor should be a 6-pole foot mounted 0.37 kW, 920 rpm (50 Hz) or 1100 rpm
(60 Hz), motor.
The gearbox is equipped with a ½" BSP threaded hole for nitrogen purge of the
double seal between the valve house and the gearbox.
The conical house (300) is manufactured in stainless steel.
The tapered rotor (400) is a closed end type. The rotor is manufactured in stainless
steel.
The sidehinged end cover (500) can be opened for removal of the rotor and cleaning
of the interior.

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1.2 Identification code

The type and size of the rotary valve is identified by the following code:

1 2 3 4 5 6

1 House material

S Stainless steel (AISI 316)

2 Rotor material

S Stainless steel (AISI 304)

3 T Tapered rotor

4 Size of inlet diameter

200 Dia. 200 mm

347 Dia. 347 mm

5 B Bracket for motor support

6 EX Explosion proof

Identification example: rotary valve SST-200-B/EX.

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2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

2.1 Capacity

200 347

Theoretical capacity at 25 rpm 4.2 m3/h 22 m3/h

Actual capacity with free-flowing powder, 50%-90% of theoretical capacity.

2.2 Gear

Planetary gear, ratio 36.8, straight cut gears.

The oil sump contains approx. 1 liter of oil (Shell Cassida Fluids GL (Food grade)
320).

2.3 Dimensions

See component catalogue sheets enclosed.

See assembly drawing for position of ½” BSP threaded connection for nitrogen purge
connection.

Nitrogen consumption: 0.1-0.2 m3/h.

Nitrogen pressure at inlet: Max. 0.05 bar(g).

2.4 Weights (excl. of motor)

SST-200-B/EX 75 kg
SST-347-B/EX 131 kg

2.5 Moment of inertia referred to motor shaft

SST-200-B/EX 0.0025 kgm

SST-347-B/EX 0.0053 kgm

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2.6 Leakage rate as a function of pressure difference and particle size

The valve may feed a positive pressure system, in which case air leaks out against the
flow of powder or, when feeding a vacuum system, the leakage is into the system in
the same direction as the material feed. Leakage rates (kg/h) in proportion to pressure
difference (mm WG) across the rotary valve and particle size are shown in the
following graph:

Size 200-B/EX

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Size 347-B/EX

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3. INSTALLATION AND FIRST TIME START-UP

3.1 Installation and first time start-up

1. Machine the flexible coupling halfpart to fit the shaft of the motor in question.
2. 200: The rotary valve must be installed between a round upper flange with
sixteen M12 x 40 bolts, and a rectangular bottom flange with twenty
M12 x 45 bolts. - Full face gaskets are recommended.
347: The rotary valve must be installed between a round upper flange with
twentyfour M12 x 40 bolts, and a rectangular bottom flange with
twentyfour M12 x 45 bolts. - Full face gaskets are recommended.
3. Check that the oil level in the gearbox matches the mark on the inspection pane.
If not, refill with oil of the same type as indicated on the nameplate of the valve.
4. Remove the transportation plug and place the venting plug 200-26 on top of the
gearbox.
5. Open up the end cover 500 by loosening the eye nut 500-6.
6. Check that the rotor 400 is securely fastened by tightening the hand wheel 400-
2-4 clockwise.
7. Check that the line voltage is in accordance with the text on the name plate of
the motor.
8. Connect the terminal points of the motor.
9. Check that the direction of rotation for rotor 400 is in accordance with the arrow
on the house.
10. Close the end cover 500.
11. Earthing of valve to be done by enduser.

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3.2 Danger

Always make sure that access to the inlet and outlet of the rotary valve is impossible
as the rotor of the running valve presents a danger in respect of fingers being cut off!!

An inspection opening positioned in the bottom of a cyclone, hopper or ductwork

close to the rotary valve must activate a microswitch which stops the rotary valve
motor when the inspection opening is opened.

In case the rotary valve discharges directly into an open hopper or bag, the product
outlet of the rotary valve must definitely be equipped with a min. 850 mm long piece
of ductwork with safety crossbars in the bottom outlet.

The warning sign: “Moving parts” shown below is placed on the valve house.

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4. NORMAL OPERATION

4.1 Cleaning

The valve should be cleaned at the same intervals and with the same medium as the
rest of the plant.

Remove the rotor 400 from the house 300 and clean each component carefully.

4.1.1 Removal of the rotor

It is necessary to remove the rotor from the house for cleaning and inspection of the
interior. The rotor is removed as follows:

1. Loosen the eye nut 500-6 and open the end cover 500.

2. Turn the hand wheel 400-2-4 anti-clockwise to release the rotor from the shaft.

3. Remove the rotor cautiously from the shaft and the house.

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4.1.2 Installation of the rotor

After cleaning of the valve or inspection of the rotor and the interior, the rotor is
mounted in the house as follows:

1. Check that the bushing inside the rotor 400 and the shaft are completely free of
dirt and powder.

2. Push the rotor cautiously so far onto the shaft that the thread at the end of the
hand wheel 400-2-4 catches the thread of the shaft.

3. Fasten the rotor by turning the hand wheel 400-2-4 clockwise.

4. Close the end cover 500.

4.2 Interruption of operation

In case the rotary valve is blocked by powder or a foreign body the motor is switched
off at once. Open the end cover and pull out the rotor as described in section 4.1.1.

The blockage can now be removed partly through the cleaning opening of the cyclone
and partly through the end cover 500 of the valve.

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5. MAINTENANCE

5.1 Tools

Besides normal tools, such as box spanners (12, 14, and 26 mm), screwdrivers, etc.,
the following tools are required for disassembling and assembling of the rotary valve:

Hook-wrench SKF HN4

Hexagon spanner/Allen key W6 (span 3/16")

Hexagon spanner/Allen key M23 (span 3 mm)
Hexagon spanner/Allen key M25 (span 5 mm)
Hexagon spanner/Allen key M26 (span 6 mm)
Hexagon spanner/Allen key M28 (span 8 mm)
Hexagon spanner/Allen key M30 (span 10 mm)

Circlip pliers (various sizes)

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5.2 Oil change and cleaning of gear

The gearbox is from the factory filled up with approx. 1 liter of lubrication oil -
type SHELL Cassida Fluids GL (Food grade) 320.
Once a year or for every 6000 hours of operation the oil should be changed and the
gear should be cleaned.
1. Remove drain plug 200-35 and let the oil pour out.
2. The cover 200-22 is dismantled as described in section 5.3: Disassembly and
assembly of gear.
3. The components are washed by means of a suitable solvent.
4. The ball bearings 200-3 and 200-8 are lubricated once and for all and do not
require lubrication. It is recommended to exchange bearings during overhaul.
5. All O-rings and gaskets to be replaced during overhaul.
6. Inspect coupling for wear and replace if necessary.
7. Reinstall the gearbox, see section 5.3.
8. The venting plug 200-26 is removed, drain plug installed and new oil is poured
through the hole.
The following lubricants are recommended:
ESSO Spartan EP 320
MOBIL Mobilgear 632
BP GR-XP 320
CASTROL Non leaded gear compound 320
SHELL Cassida Fluids GL (Food grade) 320
9. Pour approx. 1 l of oil to the mark on the inspection pane 200-38 (not shown on
the drawing below).
10. The venting plug is carefully cleaned before being fitted again.
11. Refill grease at the lubrication nipple 200-46 (not shown). Remember to
remove the cap of the grease cup 200-47 (not shown). Fill the cap with grease
and fit it on the grease cup, tighten the cap just enough.
The following grease is recommended:
SHELL Cassida Grease HDS 2.

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5.3 Disassembly and assembly of gear

1. Empty the oil from the gearbox by removing the drain plug 200-35.

2. Unscrew the Allen screws 200-25 and pull the gear 200 off the valve house.

3. The cover 200-22 is removed from the gearbox by unscrewing the Allen screws
200-49. If necessary, the motor can be dismantled.

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4. The Allen screws 200-23-1 in the Taperlock bushing 200-23 to be loosened.

Then remove one screw and screw it into the empty hole of the Taperlock
bushing. The Taperlock bushing is now released, and the gear arm 200-10 with
planet wheel and shaft can be removed as a unit.

5. Loosen the lock washer 200-16 by unscrewing the lock nut 200-17.

6. Press out the planet gear wheel 200-18 and remove the parallel key 200-24.

7. Press out the shaft 200-14 from the end of the thread.

8. Dismount the toothed rim 200-19 by unscrewing the 8 Allen screws 200-20.

9. Unscrew the six Allen screws 200-43 and remove the cover 200-6, tightening
device 200-41 and O-seal 200-42.

10. Remove oil seal rings 200-5 and 200-7 and circlips 200-4 and 200-45.

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11. Place the gearbox 200 as shown on the sketch and press out the gear shaft
200-2.
12. Turn over the gearbox and press out the ball bearing 200-8.
13. Remove circlip 200-9 and press out the ball bearing 200-3.

14. Remove motor from the bracket cover 200-22. Remove oil ring 200-31 and
circlips 200-30 and 200-29.
15. Press-out the coupling shaft 200-27.
16. Loosen the screws in coupling 200-33 and press-out the coupling.
17. Press-out the bearings 200-28.

Assembly
Assembly takes place in reverse order. Note that the Allen screws 200-23-1 in the
Taperlock bushing 200-23 have to be tightened with a torque of 2 kgm or 14.5 lb ft.

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IDENTIFICATION NO.
ITEM 19519-2080 84357-3470 NUMBER DESCRIPTION
SST-200-B/EX SST-347-B/EX
200 19530-0001 19529-0001 1 Gear – complete
200-1 19571-0001 19570-0001 1 Gear casing
200-2 19525-0001 19524-0001 1* Gear shaft – complete
200-2-1 19600-0001 19600-0001 1* Parallel key with screw
200-2-2 13187-0001 13187-0001 1* Parallel key, A12 x 6 x 25
200-3 14013-0002 14013-0002 1* Ball bearing, 6011 2RS
200-4 13472-0090 13472-0090 1* Circlip, I 90 x 3.0 DIN 472
200-5 13360-6290 13360-6290 1* Oil seal ring, Banif 62 x 90 x 10
200-6 19579-0001 19581-0001 1 Cover
200-7 13360-6290 13360-6290 2* Oil seal ring, Banif 62 x 90 x 10
200-8 14011-0002 14011-0002 1* Ball bearing, 6009 2RS
200-9 13471-0055 13471-0055 1* Circlip, U 55 x 2.0 DIN 471
200-10 12495-0001 12495-0001 1* Arm for gear
200-12 14019-0001 14019-0001 2* Ball bearing, 6204
200-13 12497-0001 12497-0001 1* Distance pipe
200-14 10011-0001 10011-0001 1* Shaft for planet gear wheel
200-15 10013-0001 10013-0001 1* Washer
200-16 13293-0004 13293-0004 1* Lock washer, MB 4 SKF
200-17 13283-0004 13283-0004 1* Lock nut, KM 4 SKF
200-18 10012-0001 10012-0001 1* Planet gear wheel
200-19 12489-0001 12489-0001 1* Toothed rim
200-20 14103-0620 14103-0620 8* Allen screw, MC 6 x 20 DIN 912-12.9
200-21 12619-2660 12619-2660 1* O-seal, Viton 6.99 x 266.07
200-22 19564-0001 19564-0001 1 Bracket cover
200-23 13574-0001 13574-0001 1* Bushing, Taperlock 1615/40
200-23-1 14183-0915 14183-0915 2* Allen screw, WSD-BSW 3/8" x 5/8" 12.9
200-24 13183-0001 13183-0001 1* Parallel key, A6 x 6 x 12
200-25 14101-1035 14101-1040 4* Allen screw
200-26 15463-0001 15463-0001 1 Venting plug
200-27 19563-0001 19563-0001 1 Coupling shaft for gear
200-28 14019-0001 14019-0001 2* Ball bearing, 6204
200-29 13471-0020 13471-0020 1* Circlip, U 20 x 1.2 DIN 471
200-30 13472-0047 13472-0047 1* Circlip, I 47 x 1.75 DIN 472
200-31 13360-2052 13360-2052 1* Oil ring, M 2052/7 B1 U3
200-32 13183-0001 13183-0001 1* Parallel key, A6 x 6 x 12
200-33 19598-0006 19598-0006 1 Coupling – complete, pre-drilled
200-33-1 19599-0001 19599-0001 1* Rubber insert
200-34 19565-0001 19565-0001 1* Distance pipe
200-35 19593-0003 19593-0003 1 Drain plug, 1/8" BSP
200-38 10691-0018 10691-0018 1 Inspection pane hexagon
200-40 14261-0610 14261-0610 5 Slotted screw, 6 x 10 DIN 963A-A2
200-41 19584-0001 19584-0001 1 Tightening device
200-42 12613-1200 12613-1200 1* O-seal, Viton 5 x 120
200-43 14101-0660 14101-0660 6* Allen screw MC 6 x 60 DIN 912-A2
200-45 13473-0090 13473-0090 1* Circlip, I 90 x 3.0 DIN 472 SS
200-46 21112-0014 21112-0014 1* Lubrication nipple 1/4" BSP
200-47 19594-0006 19594-0006 1* Grease cup 1/4" BSP
200-49 14101-1030 14101-1030 4* Allen screw, MC 10 x 30 DIN 912-A2
200-50 19596-0001 19596-0001 2* Leather packing, ∅10/15 x 2
200-52 12610-1774 12610-3043 1* O-seal, Viton
200-53 66036-0001 66036-0001 1* Shield for coupling
300 19568-0001 84360-0001 1 House
400 19539-0001 84359-0001 1 Rotor – complete
400-1 19542-0001 58589-0001 1* Rotor
400-2 19606-0002 19606-0001 1* Hand wheel – rotor
400-2-3 12524-0001 12524-0001 1* Screw
400-2-4 12478-0003 12478-0001 1 Hand wheel
400-2-5 14101-0830 14101-0830 2* Allen screw, MC 8 x 30 DIN 912-A2
400-2-6 19569-0001 19569-0001 1 Adjusting disc
400-2-7 14415-0630 14415-0630 1* Pin, ∅6 x 30 DIN 1481 A2
400-2-9 248308-0001 248308-0001 1* Coupling
500 19540-0001 84358-0001 1 End cover – complete
500-1 19601-0001 84361-0001 1 Crossbar for cover
500-2 50126-0001 84362-0001 1 Cover
500-3 19580-0001 19586-0001 1* Gasket
500-4 19555-0002 84363-0002 1 Pin for cover
500-5 19602-0001 84364-0001 1 Swing bolt for cover
500-6 19603-0001 19603-0001 1 Eye nut
500-7 86556-0001 86556-0001 1 Washer
500-8 13470-0008 13470-0010 1 Circlip
500-9 13470-0008 13470-0008 2 Circlip, U 8 x 0.8 DIN 471 SS
500-10 19604-0001 84365-0001 2 Shaft

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