
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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DE-7200VFDCentrifuge
TOP COVER OPENING/CLOSING PROCEDURES
The proper procedures for opening and closing the top cover of the centrifuge must always be
followed. Two operators using both hands are required to open the cover. Derrick recommends
having a hoist available if additional assistance is desired during the opening/closing of the
centrifuge cover. To open and close the cover, proceed as follows:
1. Shut down, lock out, tag out electric power to centrifuge, and allow rotating assembly to coast
to a full stop.
2. Remove bolts securing cover to base.
3. Have two operators using both hands grip the cover handles securely to ensure full control of
the cover throughout the opening and closing process.
4. As the cover is raised, ensure that body limbs of all personnel and any other items remain
clear of the cover gap at all times.
5. Raise the cover to the fully opened position, and insert a 1/2” (12.7mm) hardened steel pin
through one hinge to lock the cover open.
6. After performing the activity that required the cover to be opened, reverse steps 2 through 5 to
close the cover. During the closing procedure, ensure that both operators are capable of
controlling the cover’s descent and that all body limbs and other items remain clear of the gap.
PURGE SYSTEM (HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT ONLY)
During startup, the control cabinet purge system drives out all gases from the cabinet interior and
then maintains positive pressure within the control cabinet to prevent entry of any potentially
explosive gases. Purge system operation begins when the system senses sufficient air pressure
inside the cabinet. Initially, the purge unit performs a 16-minute rapid purge cycle at 16 CFM.
During the rapid purge cycle, the purge system prevents application of electric power to the
cabinet. At the end of the rapid purge cycle, the purge system closes the main electrical
contactor, allowing electric power to flow to the cabinet. The centrifuge may then be started.
After the rapid purge cycle, the purge system maintains positive pressure within the cabinet to
prevent entry of hazardous gases, automatically compensating for pressure loss due to cabinet
leakage. If at any time a loss of cabinet pressure is detected, the main contactor opens
immediately, disconnecting power. If a shutdown occurs during centrifuge operation, the purge
system performs another 16-minute rapid purge before power is restored to the cabinet.
Purge System Bypass
DANGER! EXPLOSION HAZARD! BE CERTAIN THAT SURROUNDING
ATMOSPHERE IS CLEAR OF ALL POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE GASES BEFORE
OPENING CONTROL CABINET DOOR.
If the control cabinet is located in a non-hazardous environment, the purge system may be turned
off. A high risk of fire and/or explosion will result if purge system is bypassed in a
hazardous area. Also, with the purge system bypassed, the centrifuge will remain energized if
the control cabinet door is opened. Consequently, use extreme caution when operating the
equipment or performing any procedure with purge system bypassed. If the control cabinet
is moved to a hazardous environment, the bypass must be removed and satisfactory purge
system operation confirmed.
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