aerosolv 6000 Manual de usuario
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MODEL 6000
TABLE OF CONTENTS
6000 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2 Introduction to the Aerosolv® 6000 Recycling System
3 Safety Instructions
4 Aerosolv 6000 Unit Installation
5 Aerosol Can Puncturing Using the Aerosolv 6000 System
5 Aerosolv 6000 Filter
8 Aerosolv 6000 Maintenance
10 Mile Marker Chart & Drum Capacity Determination
11 Table 1-1: Sample Aerosol Can Segregation Scheme
12 Table 1-2: Recommended Aerosol Product Consolidation
Scheme
14 Table 1-3: Aerosol Consolidation Classes
15 Table 1-4: Aerosol Class Compatibility Chart
15 Table 1-5: Aerosol Class Consolidation Chart
The Aerosolv 6000 Aerosol Can Recycling System simplifies
aerosol can disposal, safely and eciently. The puncturing unit
threads directly to the 2” bung of any 30-gallon or 55-gallon drum.
Simply insert an inverted aerosol can into the Aerosolv® unit and
lock the sliding top plate. With a press of the handle, a specially
designed puncture pin pierces the dome of the can. The contents
are dispersed down and directly into the receiving drum; the partic-
ulate laden propellant is coalesced in the first stage of the Aerosolv
3601 high eciency combination filter providing propellant flow to
the carbon cartridge. What’s left is an aerosol can that is fully recy-
clable; eliminating an entire waste stream.
The result? Recyclable scrap steel.
After processing aerosol cans with the Aerosolv system, you’ve got
an empty steel can with a small, smooth-edged hole. No spills. No
jagged edges. And, no compressed gas, so it’s ready for recycling
with other scrap steel.
INTRODUCTION TO THE AEROSOLV 6000
AEROSOL CAN RECYCLING SYSTEM
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Wear safety goggles while operating the Aerosolv® system.
2. DO NOT use Aerosolv while smoking or near open flame.
3. Install anti-static wire to properly “ground” drum.
4. DO NOT use Aerosolv on a drum with less than 30-gallon
capacity.
5. Remove Aerosolv to an empty drum once collection drum is 70%
full (when contents reach within 10” of the top).
6. Always engage sliding top plate and sealing knob against can
being punctured.
7. Always operate the Aerosolv system outdoors or in a well
ventilated area. Propellant is heavier than air and may collect at
point of generation.
8. Do not use the Aerosolv unit for pesticides, herbicides,
adhesives, or corrosive materials with pHs less than 2.0 or greater
than 12.5 (i.e., Easy-O®, corrosive acidic, and alkaline products).
Comingling incompatible can contents can be hazardous. Operator
must develop a segregation scheme to ensure safe operation and
liquid collection.
9. Process like aerosol cans to the same collection drum for
recycling (e.g., paints with paints, cleaners & degreasers with same)
10. Tip: Avoid puncturing aerosol cans of cold galvanizing
compound or insulation foam, unless can is empty.
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Thread the aluminum filter base with the attached
activated carbon filter carbon filter into the 3/4” bung
of the liquid collection drum - your system setup is now
complete.
AEROSOLV 6000 UNIT INSTALLATION
Obtain a 30 or 55-gallon liquid collection drum, poly or
steel, possessing two standard bungholes: one large 2”
bung; and one small 3/4” bung. Select a receptacle that
is compatible with the aerosol product to be captured
and inspect the receptacle for deterioration or signs of
breached integrity. Ensure the bung caps for each hole
are in place. Remove the bung caps and store them in a
safe place so that they may be used later.
Thread the Aerosolv® unit into the 2” bung. Rotate
clockwise until ground support plate firmly engages
drum rim.
Attach ring terminal of anti-
static wire to the brass screw on
Aerosolv ground support plate.
See inset. Secure alligator clip
to any nearby confirmed ground
source. Electrical grounding must
comply with the applicable state
and federal regulations.
USING THE AEROSOLV® 6000 SYSTEM
AEROSOLV 6000 FILTER
• Wear safety goggles while operating Aerosolv
• Insert aerosol can, NOZZLE END DOWN, into Aerosolv housing
sleeve, so that shoulder of can rests on gasket. Be sure to remove
cap from aerosol can prior to insertion.
• When puncturing oversized “jumbo” cans, remove white poly
sleeve from Aerosolv housing, then insert can as above.
• Lower sliding top plate and FIRMLY engage the cap compression
knob against bottom of can. Twist cap copression knob to adjust.
TIGHTEN lock knob on slide bar.
• Push handle down firmly until completely
depressed and hold in place while can
releases initial pressure. See inset. Slowly
raise the handle and immediately depress,
this will control the rate of pressure and
content evacuation from the aerosol can.
In order to prevent back pressure, allow
the contents of the can to drain into the
collection drum (about 20 seconds).
Tip: Prevent vapors from escaping through 2” bung opening by
leaving the last can punctured in the puncturing device.
When venting an aerosol can the activated carbon will generate
heat as the granular carbon adsorbs the hydrocarbons. Typically
20-25 degrees above ambient temperature. This will activate
the liquid crystal indicator to signal adsorption of VOC’s and will
light ‘RED’ during the adsorption process. Returning to black
when the adsorption process is complete.
ADSORPTION INDICATOR
Remove the weather cap and
place on drum. There is no need
to remove the upper filter housing
from the lower filter housing
during this process. See Figure 1.
Remove the activated carbon
filter insert. See Figure 2. Set the
used filter aside to be disposed
of in accordance to local, state,
and federal laws. Check with local
authorities having jursidiction.
FILTER MAINTENANCE
• Replace the activated carbon filter
insert (inside upper portion) and the
coalesceing filter with pull tab (inside
lower housing) every 1000 cans or
when the adsorption indicator no
longer appears ‘RED’ when venting
aerosol cans. More frequent change-outs may be necessary based
on use and volume of the cans processed. (Aerosol cans with 25%
or less content may not activate indicator.)
• To replace simply order Part #3602 – Filter Replacement Kit, which
includes 2 internal coalescers and 2 activated carbon filter inserts.
See Mile Marker Chart for maintenance schedule.
HOW TO CHANGE OUT YOUR
FILTER COMPONENTS
Pull Tab
Remove the internal coalescer
using the pull tab from the
aluminum base. See Figure 3.
Visually inspect the base for any
standing liquids. If liquid has
collected in the base drain the
contents following the instructions
provided on the green lower filter
housing label.
Reassemble your filter starting with
the internal coalescer making sure
you get a snug fit in the aluminum
base. See Figure 4. Insert a new
activated carbon filter, make sure
you remove it from the shrink wrap
and align the sight window with the
adsorption indictor. See Figure 5.
Finally, twist your weather cap back
into place. See Figure 6.
•To restock order Part #3602 – Filter Replacement Kit
• Periodically check and empty the collected liquid content in the filter
base if needed. To empty, remove the carbon filter housing from the
aluminum filter base.
• Unscrew the filter base from the drum and carefully drain the collected
liquids through the AEROSOLV housing directly into the drum.
MAINTENANCE
AEROSOLV ANTI-STATIC WIRE
AEROSOLV MAINTENANCE
COMPLIANCE
OSHA requires that liquid storage vessels be
grounded to prevent static electricity build-up.
The Aerosolv System includes an anti-static
wire for user convenience.
By bringing the propellant to atmospheric pressure, Aerosolv
achieves compliance with:
› 40 CFR 261.7(b)(1)
› 40 CFR 261.7(b)(1)(B)(2)
› 40 CFR 261.23(a)(6)
Periodic cleaning and greasing of the puncture pin will assure years
of use. With constant, heavy usage, the puncture pin should be
cleaned and greased once a month.
• To clean or replace puncture pin, remove bridge pin at
uppermost point of handle. Entire handle mechanism and
puncture pin can be removed.
Gasket deterioration will occur when venting aerosol paints and
aggressive solvents, requiring periodic gasket replacement. To
assure proper seal during Aerosolv usage, check gaskets frequently
and replace as required.
• To replace gasket, remove white plastic sleeve from Aerosolv
housing, then simply pull out old gasket and snap in replacement.
