Penberthy Models U, L, 2NC Fabricated Metal Construction Jet Pumps Owner's manual

Brand: Penberthy

Model: Models U, L, 2NC Fabricated Metal Construction Jet Pumps

Type: Owner's manual

PENBERTHY MODELS U, L AND 2NC FABRICATED METAL CONSTRUCTION JET PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Emerson.com/FinalControl

Before installation, these instructions must be read carefully and understood.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Emerson warrants its Penberthy products

as designed and manufactured to be free

of defects in the material and workmanship

for a period of one year after the date of

installation or eighteen months after the date

of manufacture, whichever is earliest. Emerson

will, at its option, replace or repair any products

which fail during the warranty period due to

defective material or workmanship.

Prior to submitting any claim for warranty

service, the owner must submit proof of

purchase to Emerson and obtain written

authorization to return the product. Thereafter,

the product shall be returned to Emerson with

freight prepaid.

This warranty shall not apply if the product has

been disassembled, tampered with, repaired

or otherwise altered outside of the Emerson

factory, or if it has been subject to misuse,

neglect or accident.

The responsibility of Emerson hereunder

is limited to repairing or replacing the

product at its expense. Emerson shall not be

liable for loss, damage or expenses

directly or indirectly to the installation or use

of its products, or from any other cause or

for consequential damages. It is expressly

understood that Emerson is not responsible

for damage or injury caused to other products,

buildings, personnel or property, by reason of

the installation or use of its products.

This is Emerson's sole warranty and in lieu of

all other warranties, expressed or implied which

are hereby excluded, including in particular all

warranties of merchantability or fitness for a

particular purpose.

This document and the warranty contained

herein may not be modified and no other

warranty, expressed or implied, shall be made

by or on behalf of Emerson unless made in

writing and signed by the company's general

manager or director of engineering.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product warranty ................................................ 1

1 About the manual..................................... 2

2 Introduction ............................................. 2

2.1 Features and specifications ........................ 2

2.2 Design ratings at max. and min.

operatingtemperatures .............................. 2

2.3 Application data ........................................... 2

3 Inspection and performance

confirmation ............................................ 2

3.1 Receiving inspection .................................... 2

3.2 User's rating inspection .............................. 2

4 Installation ............................................... 3

4.1 Effect of related piping strain ...................... 3

5 Operation ................................................. 4

5.1 Pre-operational check ................................. 4

5.2 Hydrostatic or vacuum test ......................... 4

5.3 Operating ...................................................... 4

6 Maintenance ............................................ 5

6.1 Preventative maintenance ........................... 5

6.2 System shut down ........................................ 5

6.2 Troubleshooting ........................................... 5

7 Removal - disassembly - reassembly ..... 6

8 Disposal at end of useful life ................... 6

9 Telephone assistance .............................. 6

10 Exploded parts diagram .......................... 7

Tables and figures

Table 1 -

Design ratings

at max. and min.

operatingtemperatures ................... 2

Table 2 - Recommended minimum motive

steam line sizes ................................ 3

Table 3 - Troubleshooting ................................ 5

Figure 1 - Assembly ........................................... 3

Figure 2 - Assembly .......................................... 3

Figure 3 - Discharge .......................................... 4

Figure 4 - Exploded parts diagram ................... 7

PENBERTHY MODELS U, L AND 2NC FABRICATED METAL CONSTRUCTION JET PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

2 INTRODUCTION

2.1 Features and specifications

Penberthy models U and L steam operated jet

pumps are single stage ejectors designed for

exhausting and evacuating applications using

steam as the operating medium in the range of

80 to 200 psig (550 to 1380 kPaG).

The model U operates most efficiently in a

vacuum range of 6 to 12 inches (152to305mm)

hg.

absolute

. The model L operates most

efficiently in a range of 3 to 6 inches (76to

152mm) hg.

absolute

Model 2NC steam operated jet pump is a two

stage non-condensing ejector designed for

exhausting and evacuating applications using

steam as the operating medium in the range of

100 to 200 psig (690 to 1380 kPaG).

The model 2NC operates most efficiently in a

vacuum range of 0.5 to 3 inches hg. absolute.

2.2 Design ratings at maximum and minimum

operating temperatures (see Table 1)

To determine the maximum allowable working

pressure for a specific temperature within the

design limits stated in Table 1, the user should

refer to relevant technical data sheets or, when

provided, the specifically stated design limits on

a product proposal.

TABLE 1 - DESIGN RATINGS AT MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM OPERATING TEMPERATURES

Material Bodies

Iron

80 psig [550 kPaG] at -20°F [ -29°C] to +150°F [66°C]

50 psig [340 kPaG] at +350°F [177°C]

Stainless steel

200 psig [1380 kPaG] at -150°F [-101°C] to +150°F [66°C]

125 psig [ 860 kPaG] at +400°F [ 204°C]

1 ABOUT THE MANUAL

This manual has been prepared as an aid and

guide for personnel involved in installation or

maintenance. All instructions must be read and

understood thoroughly before attempting any

installation, operation or maintenance.

IMPORTANT

Emerson does not have any control over the

manner in which its jet pump is handled, installed

or used. Emerson cannot and will not guarantee

that a jet pump is suitable for or compatible with

the user's specific application.

WARNING

Failure to follow any instruction could possibly

result in a malfunction of the jet pump resulting

in leakage of the contained fluid, severe physical

injury or property damage.

2.3 Application data

Models U and L are single stage steam

operated jet pumps for exhausting or

evacuating applications with the model U

operating at a higher vacuum range than the

model L.

The model 2NC is a two stage non-condensing

ejector with a vacuum range lower than that of

the model L jet pump.

Note: For specific application data within

the ranges stated in Table 1, the user should

consult the product proposal for the specific

model and size jet pump, or should request the

supply of the applicable technical data sheet.

WARNING

Under no circumstances should these design

ratings or application data be exceeded.

Exceeding design ratings or application data may

cause severe physical injury or property damage.

3 INSPECTION AND PERFORMANCE

CONFIRMATION

3.1 Receiving inspection

Upon receipt of the jet pump, check all

components carefully for damage incurred in

shipping. If damage is evident or suspected,

do not attempt installation. Notify the carrier

immediately and request a damage inspection.

3.2 User's rating inspection

The user should confirm that:

1. The jet pump size, model, part number

and motive pressure rating stamped on

nameplate (Figure 4 item 163) conforms

to the description on the user's purchase

order.

2. The operating conditions described in

the purchase order agree with the actual

operating conditions at the installation site.

3. The actual operating conditions at the

installation site are within the application

data shown on the relevant technical data

sheet or product proposal referred to above.

4. The materials of construction of the

jet pump are compatible with both the

contained fluid and the surrounding

atmosphere in the specific application.

IMPORTANT

If the size, model or performance data of the jet

pump as received does not conform with any of

the criteria above, do not proceed with installation.

Contact an authorized Penberthy distributor for

assistance.

PENBERTHY MODELS U, L AND 2NC FABRICATED METAL CONSTRUCTION JET PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

4 INSTALLATION

Installation should only be undertaken by

qualified personnel who are familiar with

equipment of this type. They should have read

and understood all of the instructions in this

manual. The user should refer to the relevant

technical data sheet or the product proposal to

obtain dimensional information for the specific

size and model of jet pump.

Check the cut away views (Figure 4) for the

location of steam inlet, suction and discharge

connections to insure correct hook up.

4.1 Effect of related piping and precautions

1. Model U and L jet pumps can be installed

and operated in any position.

2. Model 2NC jet pumps must be installed

in correct sequence in accord with outline

drawings furnished with the jet pump. Two

stage jet pumps may be assembled directly

with the Y stage connected to the Z stage

as shown in Figure 1, or an elbow may be

located between the Y stage discharge and

the Z stage inlet as shown in Figure 2.

TABLE 2 - RECOMMENDED MINIMUM MOTIVE STEAM LINE SIZES

Model number Line size (in) Model number Line size (in)

L-1H, U-1H ½ 2NC1H, 2NC2H ¾

L-2H, L-3H, U-2H, U-3H ¾ 2NC3H, 2NC4H 1

L-4H, L-5H, U-4H, U-5H 1 2NC5H, 2NC6H, 2NC7H 1¼

L-6H, L-7H, L-8H, U-6H, U-7H, U-8H 1¼ 2NC8H, 2NC9H 1½

L-9H, L-10H, L-11H, U-9H, U-10H, U-11H 1½ 2NC10H, 2NC11H, 2NC12H, 2NC13H 2

L-12H, L-13H, L-14H, U-12H, U-13H, U-14H 2 2NC14H, 2NC15H 2½

L-15H, L-16H, U-15H, U-16H 2½ 2NC16H 3

IMPORTANT

It is very important that model 2NC two stage

ejectors be assembled in the required sequence

as noted previously. First stage ejector suction

connection is to be connected to the vacuum

system and discharge into the second stage

suction connection. Second stage discharges to

atmospheric pressure.

3. Steam must be dry and saturated at not

less than the specified motive steam

pressure. Motive steam pressure is defined

as that pressure at the ejector-steam-inlet

connection as measured with a recently

calibrated, good quality steam gauge. A

small amount of super-heat, 5 to 10° is

preferred. Steam separators and small

super-heaters are recommended as a cure

for wet steam.

4. It is recommended that all single stage

ejector models smaller than L-10H or

U-10H and all two stage ejectors have

a strainer installed in the steam line to

prevent dirt and scale from collecting in

the steam line flow to the nozzle where it

can build up and block the nozzle causing a

malfunction of the ejector.

5. Recommended minimum motive steam line

sizes to the ejector are shown in Table 2

below. These sizes are based on a pressure

drop of 2% per 100 feet of pipe.

Standard ejector steam connections may not be

identical with the steam line size selected, or

shown in Table 2. Correct bushings to suit the

selected pipe size are not supplied and must be

furnished by the user.

All motive steam piping should be insulated and

liquid removed through traps in accordance

with good practice.

FIGURE 1

Motive steam

Connection to

vacuumsystem

Y stage

Motive steam

FIGURE 2

Z stage

Discharge to

atmosphere

Motive steam

Connection to

vacuumsystem

Y stage

Elbow

Z stage

Discharge to

atmosphere

Motive steam

6. Steam valves should be installed at each

ejector stage with pressure-tap openings

for attachment of pressure gauges when

required. Pressure readings must be

between the valve and the steam inlet.

7. Discharge piping must permit free flow of

exhaust vapors to prevent back pressure

from exceeding 32 in. (813 mm) hg. absolute

and the ejector discharge connection and

design flow conditions.

WARNING

Ejector exhaust must be piped to atmosphere in

a safe place due to the nature of the gases being

pumped. If exhaust is not piped to a safe place

properly, it could cause severe physical injury or

property damage.

Discharge silencers can be applied by the

user when desired and when sized properly

for pressure drop. If ejectors are discharged

vertically upward to atmosphere, a discharge

trap as shown in Figure 3 should be provided.

Intermediate ejector-stage-discharge piping

must be as short as possible and limited to not

more than one 90°bend. Other arrangements

are possible, but are not recommended without

factory approval of the proposed arrangement

to evaluate pressure loss.

Piping size equal to

ejector discharge size

or larger

Ejector

discharge

Drain line

Motive

steam

Drain leg

FIGURE 3

Discharge to

atmosphere

¼ drain valve

Suction

8. Care must be taken to insure leak-tight

ejector suction piping connections. Ejector

can be connected directly to the system

from which gases and vapors are being

pumped, however, it is recommended that

an isolating valve be provided between the

ejector suction connection and the system.

Operating problems on new processes

will be easier to diagnose and ejector

performance will be checked more easily

if an isolating valve is installed. Leak-tight

gate or butterfly valves are most suitable for

this application.

9. Eliminate or drain possible points of

condensate collection adequately to prevent

freezing.

10. Insulate all steam lines.

11. Do not impose system piping stresses upon

the ejector.

12. Allow clearance for removal of ejector.

5 OPERATION

5.1 Pre-operational check

1. Ensure that all installation procedures have

been completed.

2. Check to determine that all connections are

pressure tight.

5.2 Hydrostatic or vacuum test

1. Take all the precautions necessary to

handle the possibility of leakage during the

test.

2. Hydrostatic pressure test to 100 psig

(690kPaG) or vacuum test and correct any

leakage before proceeding.

5.3 Operating

Note: Steam-jet ejectors are devices using the

energy of the high velocity steam jet as it is

reduced in pressure from steam-inlet pressure

and expanded to suction pressure to entrain

and compress suction gases and vapors from

their inlet-pressure condition to a discharge

pressure that may be 10 or more times greater

than suction-inlet pressure for each individual

stage. Ejector stages are connected in series to

increase total system-compression range and

permit pumping gases and vapors from as low

as 0.25 in. (6.4 mm) hg. absolute pressure to

atmospheric discharge pressure.

1. Single stage ejectors

a. The first step in placing a single stage

model U or L ejector into operation is to

apply steam at the design pressure to the

nozzle.

b. The second step is waiting a period of time

to heat up and clear the steam lines and

ejector of all condensate. At this time,

the ejector should meet its guaranteed

performance.

2. Two stage ejectors

a. The first step in the start up of the two stage

model 2NC ejector system, particularly for

evacuation service, that is, reducing the

pressure within a closed space to some

predetermined value, is to place the Z stage

in operation by admitting design pressure

steam to the Z stage steam inlet.

b. The second step is to admit design steam

pressure to the Y stage steam inlet after the

vacuum system pressure has been reduced

to 10 to 8 inches (254 to 203 mm) of mercury

absolute.

c. After a period of operation sufficiently

long to heat up and clear the steam lines

and ejectors of all condensate, the ejector

system should meet its guaranteed

performance.

PENBERTHY MODELS U, L AND 2NC FABRICATED METAL CONSTRUCTION JET PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

PENBERTHY MODELS U, L AND 2NC FABRICATED METAL CONSTRUCTION JET PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

6 MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Maintenance should only be undertaken by

qualified, experienced personnel who are

familiar with this equipment and have read and

understood all the instructions in this manual.

DO NOT proceed with any maintenance unless

the jet pump has been relieved of all pressure

or vacuum, has been allowed to reach ambient

temperature and has been drained or purged of

all fluids. Failure to follow these instructions may

cause a sudden release of pressure resulting in

personal injury or property damage.

6.1 Preventative maintenance

The user must create maintenance schedules,

safety manuals and inspection details for each

specific installation of a jet pump.

On all installations the following items should

be evaluated regularly by the user for purposes

of maintenance:

1. Jet pump for corrosion or debris buildup.

2. Piping and fittings for corrosion or debris

build up.

3. All connections for tightness.

4. Units for wear.

5. Strainers for debris build up.

The user must determine an appropriate

maintenance schedule necessary for his or her

own specific application, upon evaluation of

his or her own operating experience. Realistic

maintenance schedules can only be determined

with full knowledge of the services and

application situation involved.

TABLE 3 - TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Solution

Wet steam 1. Steam temperature not high enough 1. Drain steam inlet lines and install a steam separator in the line or add a steam

superheater to raise steam temperature to about 10°F (-12°C) above saturation

temperature for particularly critical low flow units.

Jet pump not performing up to capacity 1. Low steam pressure 1. Check steam pressure with a recently calibrated steam pressure gauge.

If steam pressure cannot be increased, contact an authorized Penberthy

distributor for assistance

2. Motive steam nozzle becomes plugged 2. Clean out and install a strainer in the motive steam line

3. Air leakage into vacuum system 3. Hydrostatic and vacuum test unit to locate leaks

4. Superheated steam 4. Contact an authorized Penberthy representative for assistance

6.2 System shut down

WARNING

Safety procedures must be taken if hazardous

gases are being discharged from the Z stage

ejector. Failure to follow safety procedures may

cause severe personal injury or property damage.

Shut down of model 2NC ejector systems may

follow the start up procedure in reverse or both

stages may be shut down simultaneously.

When a system is shut down and the pressure

in the vacuum is still below atmospheric

pressure, air will rush back into the process

vacuum system. Since this action may create

a harmful result to the product or may create

a hazardous or explosive condition, it is

recommended that the customer assess this

problem prior to unit installation to protect

against the event of such occurrences.

Installing a manual shut-off valve in the suction

line as close to the ejector as possible will help

prevent such an occurrence.

Another method of preventing the back flow

of air into the vacuum system is to break the

system vacuum by admitting inert gas into the

vacuum vessel.

6.3 Troubleshooting (see table 3)

7 REMOVAL - DISASSEMBLY - REASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT

Do not proceed with removal of the jet pump from

connecting piping unless the jet pump has been

relieved of all pressure or vacuum, has been

allowed to reach ambient temperature and has

been drained or purged of all fluids. Failure to

follow these instructions could result in personal

injury or property damage.

To disassemble the unit, first attach a short

piece of pipe to the suction connection as a

handle. Then, grip the nozzle flats and rotate in

a counterclockwise direction.

When ready to reassemble the unit, be sure

the seal face of the nozzle and body are free of

foreign material and raised metal due to nicks.

A non-hardening pipe seal compound may

be applied to the threads to further promote

sealing. Thread the body back on the nozzle

turning in a clockwise direction.

8 DISPOSAL AT END OF USEFUL LIFE

Penberthy jet pumps are used in a variety of

fluid applications. By following the appropriate

federal and industry regulations, the user

must determine the extent of preparation and

treatment the jet pump must incur before its

disposal. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

may be required before disposal services accept

certain components.

Metal, glass and polymers should be recycled

whenever possible. Refer to order and

relevant technical data sheet for materials of

construction.

PENBERTHY MODELS U, L AND 2NC FABRICATED METAL CONSTRUCTION JET PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

9 TELEPHONE ASSISTANCE

If you are having difficulty with your jet pump,

contact your local Penberthy distributor. So that

we may assist you more effectively, please have

as much of the following information available

as possible when you call:

- Model number

- Name of the company from whom you

purchased the jet pump

- Invoice number and date

- Process conditions (pressure, flow rates, tank

shape, etc.)

- A brief description of the problem

- Troubleshooting procedures that failed

If attempts to solve your problem fail, you may

request to return your jet pump to the factory

for intensive testing. You must obtain a Return

Authorization (R.A.) number from Emerson

before returning anything. Failure to do so will

result in the unit being returned to you without

being tested, freight collect. To obtain an R.A.

number, the following information (in addition to

that above) is needed:

- Reason for return

- Person to contact at your company

- 'Ship-to' address

There is a minimum charge for evaluation

of non-warranty units. You will be contacted

before any repairs are initiated should the cost

exceed the minimum charge. If you return a

unit under warranty, but it is not defective, the

minimum charge will apply.

163

133

FIGURE 4

Suction

connection

MODEL U AND L

Discharge

connection

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10 EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

PARTS LIST

Ref. nr Item

11 Body

61 Nozzle

82 Delivery jet

133 Coupling

163 Nameplate

PENBERTHY MODELS U, L AND 2NC FABRICATED METAL CONSTRUCTION JET PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS