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THE TRANSFORMER
TM
2000PSI
THE BAMBINO
TM
i2000PSI
BOTANICAL OIL EXTRACTION SYSTEM
INSTALLATION MANUAL
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SET UP AND OPERATION PROCEDURE
PROVIDED IN WITHIN THIS MANUAL MAY VOID THE EXTRACTION
SYSTEM’S WARRANTY
Apeks Supercritical
150 Commerce Blvd.
Johnstown OH 43031
844-446-4262, option 2
service@apekssupercritical.com
www.apekssupercritical.com
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Table of Contents
Section Page #
1. Critical Safety Overview .............................................................................................................................. 3
2. Before the System Arrives ........................................................................................................................... 4
2.1. System Overview .................................................................................................................................. 4
2.1.1. Diaphragm Compressor ............................................................................................................. 6
2.1.2. Extraction System ...................................................................................................................... 7
2.2. General System Specifications ............................................................................................................. 9
2.3. Electrical Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 9
2.4. Facility Requirements ......................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.1. Temperature ............................................................................................................................ 10
2.4.2. Ventilation and Dust Control .................................................................................................... 10
2.4.3. Foundation .............................................................................................................................. 10
2.4.4. CO
2
Vent ................................................................................................................................. 10
3. When the System Arrives .......................................................................................................................... 11
3.1. Receiving the Crates .......................................................................................................................... 11
3.1.1. Apeks Labelling ....................................................................................................................... 11
3.1.2. TiltWatch ................................................................................................................................. 11
3.1.3. Inspecting Crates for Damage ................................................................................................. 11
3.2. Unpacking Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 12
3.2.1. Uncrating Extraction System .................................................................................................... 12
3.2.2. Uncrating Diaphragm Compressor ........................................................................................... 13
3.2.3. Uncrating the Chillers ............................................................................................................... 14
3.2.4. Verifying Apeks Shipper ........................................................................................................... 14
3.3. System Set Up .................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.1. Layout/Footprint ...................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.2. Coolant Line and Chiller Setup ................................................................................................. 16
3.3.3. CO
2
Connections ...................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.4. CO
2
Vent Connections .............................................................................................................. 18
3.3.5. Air Connection ......................................................................................................................... 18
3.3.6. Electrical Connections .............................................................................................................. 19
3.3.7. Email Alerts and Software Updates .......................................................................................... 21
4. Pre-Training Checklist................................................................................................................................ 24
5. References ............................................................................................................................................... 25
6. Appendices ............................................................................................................................................... 26
6.1. Appendix A – System Layouts ........................................................................................................... 26
6.2. Appendix B – Torque Requirements .................................................................................................. 32
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1. Critical Safety Overview
Throughout these instructions, this symbol is used to indicate that the instructions are
critically important to your safety and the safety of your system. Failure to follow the
instructions as written can result in a rapid release of high pressure CO
2
, potentially causing
equipment damage or harm to workers.
WARNING
Subcritical and Supercritical CO
2
systems operate under high pressure. Operators must be fully trained and
familiar with the systems. Failure to operate the systems correctly can result in equipment damage and/or bodily
injury.
WARNING
Subcritical and Supercritical CO
2
systems use large amounts of CO
2
during operation. Ensure that the system
is installed in a well-ventilated area to prevent buildup of CO
2
, which can cause asphyxiation. Always use a CO
2
monitor to ensure safe operations.
WARNING
Opening a vessel under pressure can result in a rapid release of pressure and ejection of material from inside
the vessel. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN A VESSEL UNDER PRESSURE! Always make sure a vent path for
the vessel is opened and the corresponding pressure gauge reads zero prior to loosening the vessel closure.
WARNING
Subcritical and Supercritical CO
2
systems are designed to operate indoors, in a temperature-controlled
environment. Extreme temperatures (below 60°F and above 80°F) will negatively impact the functionality of the
system. The environmental temperature range applies to the system, chiller, pump and CO
2
bottles.
WARNING
Only use Propylene Glycol and distilled water in the chiller and cooling system. Never use Deionized Water in
the chiller or cooling system.
WARNING
Extraction system components can weight in excess of 2000lbs and need to be moved carefully. Never attempt
to move system pieces without the proper equipment, failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Always wear safety glasses when operating and servicing the system.
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2. Before the System Arrives
2.1. System Overview
Diaphragm Compressor
Chiller
Extraction System
Figure 1: Overhead view of standard layout
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Main Control
Enclosure
HMI
Fork Pockets
Bottle Stand
Figure 2: Front view of standard layout
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2.1.1. Diaphragm Compressor
CO
2
Outlet
CO
2
Inlet
Junction Box
Regenerative
Heat
Exchanger
Leak Detect
Oil Heat
Exchanger
Pump Motor
Oil Pressure
and Filter
Figure 3: Diaphragm compressor
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2.1.2. Extraction System
Extractor
B
Extractor
A
Temperature
Control Heat
Exchanger
Flow Switch
Separator
1 2
E-Stop
Evacuation Valve
Collection Cup
Control Panel Mount
Bottle
Connection 2
Figure 4: Extraction vessels, separation vessels, and control panel
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Vent Valve
Separator Filter
Extractor Filter
CO
2
Inlet
CO
2
Outlet
Bottle
Connection 1
Motor Starter
Enclosure Mount
Air Manifold
Mount
Air Inlet
Connection
Figure 5: Rear view of standard layout
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2.2. General System Specifications
Extraction
Stand
Diaphragm
Compressor
Separator
Chiller
Air
Compressor
Max
Pressure
(psi)
2000psi 2000psi 100psi 125psi
Operating
Temperature
(°F)
40°F - 160°F 75°F - 250°F 20°F - 150°F 60°F - 80°F
Dimensions
(in)
WxDxH
68x42x78 50x33x62 19x30x39 14x24x18
Weight (lbs)
1250lbs
2750lbs
450lbs
80lbs
NOTE: Weights and Dimensions are for largest system. See Appendix A for specific system dimensions.
2.3. Electrical Requirements
The Bambino™
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The Transformer™
WARNING
Do not Modify Power Connections
2.4. Facility Requirements
2.4.1. Temperature – The system is designed to run in a climate-controlled facility, where the
temperature is maintained between 60°F and 80°F.
2.4.2. Ventilation and Dust Control – Apeks systems should be placed in a well-ventilated
environment that is free from excess dust from other manufacturing operations.
2.4.3. Foundation – Apeks systems are designed to be installed on a concrete (or similarly stable) flat
floor.
2.4.4. CO
2
Vent – Customer is responsible for running rigid tubing from system outlet to a safe vent
location. (NOTE: Vent lines should be rated to the pressure of the system. 3/8" x.035 or
1/2" x.049 stainless steel tubing recommended. Contact Apeks for part recommendation if
necessary.)
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3. When the System Arrives
3.1. Receiving the Crates
3.1.1. Apeks Labeling – Look for an Apeks sticker on the outside of each crate to verify it came
directly from Apeks without being tampered with. See Figure 1. Note: If no sticker is found, open
crate to verify no damage has occurred during shipping.
3.1.2. TiltWatch – Locate the TiltWatch Plus sensors on the outside of the crate, as shown in Figure
2. Ensure that the crate has not exceeded 30° in any direction. If the crate has exceeded 30°,
do not accept the delivery from the shipping company until contacting Apeks at (740) 809-1160.
3.1.3. Inspecting Crates for Damage – Prior to opening the crate(s), verify that there is no external
damage. If damage is found, do not accept delivery from the shipping company without noting
any damage on Proof of Delivery. In addition, call Apeks at (740) 809-1160 to report damage
and start the reporting process with the shipping company.
Figure 1: Shipping label
Figure 2: TiltWatch label
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3.2. Unpacking Instructions
WARNING
Heavy Components. Do not attempt to lift without the proper equipment.
3.2.1. Uncrating the Extraction System
3.2.1.1. Tools Needed: Drill with Philips head bit, pry bar and hammer.
3.2.1.2. Remove the sides and top of the shipping crate.
3.2.1.3. Remove the wooden tie downs that keep the system attached to the skid. See Figure 3.
3.2.1.4. Carefully use a forklift to remove the stand from the skid and attach the four leveling feet to
each stand. See Figure 4.
3.2.1.5. Once the system is on the ground use these feet to get the system level and then snug the
jam nut against the stand to secure the feet.
Wood Tie-Downs
Jam Nut
Figure 3: Wood Tie-Downs
Figure 4: Leveling Feet
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3.2.2. Uncrating the Diaphragm Compressor
3.2.2.1. Remove the sides and top of the shipping crate.
3.2.2.2. Remove lag screw/bolts that keep the pump attached to the skid. See Figure 5.
3.2.2.3. Carefully use a forklift to remove the pump from the skid and attach the four rubber
vibration dampening feet to the four corners of the pump. See Figure 6.
Figure 5:
Diaphragm pump on skid
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3.2.3. Uncrating the Chillers
3.2.3.1. Remove the sides and top of the shipping crate.
3.2.3.2. Remove the wooden blocks holding the chiller to the base.
3.2.3.3. Use a forklift or the provided ramp to remove the chiller from the base.
3.2.3.4. When chiller is in final location, lock the wheels.
3.2.4. Verifying Apeks Shipper – Every Apeks machine is sent with a shipper that will contain quality
control checklist and a packing slip. Verify that all items on the packing slip (example below)
have been received. Contact Apeks if there are items missing.
Figure 6:
Vibration Dampening Feet
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3.3. Set Up and Assembly
3.3.1. Layout/Footprint – For specific model footprint see Appendix A.
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3.3.2. Coolant Line and Chiller Set Up
3.3.2.1. Coolant Loop Set Up – The coolant loop incorporates all components of the system and
is used to transfer or remove heat from the system. Coolant flow is always from the bottom
of a vessel to the top of a vessel.
3.3.2.1.1. Chiller Outlet to Regenerative Heat Exchanger – Connect the hose attached to
the regenerative heat exchanger to the chiller outlet.
3.3.2.1.2. Flow Switch to Oil Heat Exchanger – Connect the hose attached to the Flow
switch at the top of the extractor vessel (extractor vessel a on two extractor systems)
to the oil heat exchanger on the diaphragm compressor.
3.3.2.1.3. Diaphragm Compressor to Separator Cup – Connect the hose attached to the
regenerative heat exchanger to the hose coming from the bottom of the collection
cup (should be a quick connector).
3.3.2.1.4. Separator #2 to Chiller Inlet – Connect the hose coming from the top of separator
#2 to the chiller inlet.
3.3.2.2. Initial Fill – This step will need to be performed after the chillers electrical connection has
been made and the chiller is connected to the main control enclosure. (See Electrical
Requirements section 2.3.)
3.3.2.2.1. Once the water line connections and electrical connections have been made, fill the
chiller reservoir with 95/5 mix of water/propylene glycol.
3.3.2.2.2. Start the chiller.
3.3.2.2.3. Continue to fill the chiller reservoir with the same fluid mix as the chiller pump fills the
system with fluid.
3.3.2.2.4. Once the reservoir has stopped receding, top off reservoir and allow the chiller to
continue to run checking its level for the first five to ten minutes.
3.3.2.2.5. Once the chiller has run for this time, the chiller is ready to run and can be turned off
until the system is ready to run.
WARNING
CO
2
in the system or bottles is under high pressure. Use proper handling and storage as well as
making sure all connections are tight before running the system to avoid damage or severe injury.
3.3.3. CO
2
Connections – There are three CO
2
lines to be connected on the system, two between the
extraction stand and the diaphragm compressor and the bottle connections.
3.3.3.1. Extraction Stand to Diaphragm Compressor – These connections are two 36" long
black nylon flexible line with ½" compression fittings on either end. One hose will have
female connections and the other will have male connections. Refer to the images in
section 2.1 and match the extraction systems CO
2
out let to the diaphragm pumps CO
2
inlet and vice versa. See Figure 7.
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3.3.3.2. CO
2
Bottle Connections – There are two different sets of CO
2
bottle connections. One set
(consisting of two bottle connections) is used to both supply CO
2
to the system and are
intended to be recovered back into. The other set (one bottle connection) is intended only
to supply the system with any additional CO
2
needed, no CO
2
will be recovered into this
bottle. Supplied hoses should be connected directly to the CO
2
cylinder valves. No
regulator is required. A supplied CGA-320 plastic gasket is required to seal the connection
between the hose and the CO
2
cylinder. See Figure 8.
PUMP
INLET
PUMP
OUTLET
Figure 7: Extraction Stand to Diaphragm Compressor hook up
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3.3.3.2.1. CO
2
Supply and Recovery Bottles (Bottle Connection 1)– The connection for
these bottles is located underneath the main control enclosure towards the back of
the systems as seen in Figure 8. This is a double hose connection shipped with the
extra system material.
3.3.3.2.2. CO
2
Supply Bottle Only (Bottle Connection 2) – The connection for this bottle is
located on the diagonal support as seen in Figure 8. This is a single hose connection
shipped with the extra system material.
3.3.3.2.3. CO
2
Bottles – CO
2
used with the Apeks systems should be 99% purity or better
(Medical, Food or Instrument grade typically suffice), gas feed (not liquid feed/dip
tube), 50lb, 75lb or 100lb high pressure cylinders.
3.3.4. CO
2
Vent Connection – Apeks extraction systems come with rigid vent tubing all connected to
one outlet located near underneath the Motor Starter Enclosure. The customer is responsible for
running this vent line to desire location in build and should use material rated to the pressure of
the system (⅜" x.035 or ½" x.049 stainless steel tubing recommended). Connection is a ⅜"
Swagelok compression fitting.
3.3.5. Air Connections – There are air operated ball valves that are used to control the CO
2
flow path
throughout the system. These valves are controlled by an air manifold on the back of the control
panel mount.
3.3.5.1. Air Manifold – The air manifold receives electrical signals from the controller and uses
compressed air to open valves.
3.3.5.2. Supply Air from Compressor – Each system comes with a small air compressor used to
supply the approximately 120psi needed to control the air operated ball valves, cup lifts
and air nozzle used for cleaning. This air compressor is connected with a
5
/
16
" red air line
four feet long which is supplied in the accessories box. The connection on the system is
located between the motor starter enclosure and bottle mount. See Figure 9.
Bottle
Connection 1
Bottle
Connection 2
Separators
Figure 8: CO
2
bottle connections
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3.3.6. Electrical Connections
3.3.6.1. Connection between Motor and Motor Starter Enclosure – Connect the diaphragm
compressor motor wires to the motor enclosure on the back of the Apeks system as shown
in Figure 11 by inserting labeled wire T1 to the bottom T1 of the motor starter, T3 to T3,
and ground wire to the ground terminal on the din rail immediately to the left of the motor
starter. NOTE: 3 Phase motors require a wire termination in T2 as well. Refer to Appendix
B for torque requirements.
Figure 9: Air line connection
Figure 10:
Electrical connection panel
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3.3.6.2. Connection between Diaphragm Junction Box and Motor Starter Enclosure – Insert
the conduit coming from the junction box on the pump into the receptacle on the left of the
motor enclosure on the back of the system. Terminate the wires in the bundle that are
labeled into the terminal block opposite of the wires with the same number as seen in
Figure 12 .
Figure 11:
Motor starter enclosure
Figure 12:
Electrical panel
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