Sterling Fan 882.004400.00 User's Manual
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1. City water 3 4 constant bleed Strainer basket Makeup 1 Tower water eH Drain reservoir ie in P 1 kN m Jr N d Ir To drain Figure 4 Cooling Tower with Basin as Reservoir Piping Diagram Pressure gauge Caution Do not apply excessive torque to fittings Overflow To drain Support piping to eliminate load from tower casing Cooling tower Fiberglass Cooling Towers Inlet 1 4 swing check valve Balancing valve _ 12 above highest point in return line Jo Bypass we ie ima TWR T IF Gat bleed Ldi D Tower water return 3 4 constant blee TWS Tower water supply Makeup _ City water line City water Building exterior Side outlet 1 dek To drain Thermostat mount a in piping 1 2 fitting jaa GONG TR iol pel bie Va as LZ Es WA Chapter 3 Installation Page 14 of 25 Figure 5 Flexible PVC Outlet Coupler Tower outlet Flexible PVC Coupling Clamps from Sterling Outlet pipe must be supported from building structure or tower steel Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 3 Installation Page 15 of 25 3 6 Setting Up the Water Balancing Valve Install the plug provided in the unused water inlet on the side of the tower Tighten and check for leaks To prevent damage to the tower fill material use the water throttling valve and pressu2. SF Series Fiberglass Cooling Towers Part Number 882 00440 00 Bulletin Number SC6 610 5 Effective 6 15 07 Write Down Your Serial Numbers Here For Future Reference We are committed to a continuing program of product improvement Specifications appearance and dimensions described in this manual are subject to change without notice DCN No Copyright 2007 All rights reserved Shipping Information Unpacking and Inspection You should inspect your equipment for possible shipping damage Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit such as broken or loose wiring and components loose hardware and mounting screws etc In the Event of Shipping Damage According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier the responsibility of the Shipper ends at the time and place of shipment Notify the transportation company s local agent if you discover damage Hold the damaged goods and packing material for the examining agent s inspection Do not return any goods before the transportation company s inspection and authorization File a claim with the transportation company Substantiate the claim by referring to the agent s report A certified copy of our invoice is available upon request The original Bill of Lading is attached to our original invoice If the shipment was prepaid write us for a receipted transportation bill Advise customer service regardi
3. 8 A0539598 40 ft FG Tower gasketing Figure 11 Spare Parts List description SF2003 SF2004 SF2005 SF2007 SF2009 SF2011 puis aty Partno qty Partno aty Partno aty Partno aty Partno qty Partno aty Partno A0533079 1 A0539552 1 A0536702 1 A0536702 1 A0535879 1 A0535879 1 A0539581 A0535880 1 A0535880 1 A0539582 A0533078 A0536666 A0533082 A05 A05 A05 A05 39550 39551 33082 33090 1 A0536700 1 A0536701 10533082 TC Taos36700 1 _ 1 Taos36701 1 _ 10533082 A0536668 A0533082 SS A0536068 1 0533082 A0539586 A0539583 A0533082 Motor support assy Fan Motor Spcr Brkt Fan blade EE RS ER Ee Ee EE 1 0533090 C asss Ea ER ES RW RS RS A0533092 A0533094 A0533097 PVC fill DEER A0533104 A0533106 16 A0539559 20 A0533106 20 A0533106 24 A0533106 24 A0533106 28 A0539580 Nozzle adapter A05 A05 A05 A05 A05 A0536712 i famen 33092 1 A0536706 39555 1 39556 1 39557 39558 A0536709 A0547131 A0536706 ES 0536712 el Wes 1 a Taos36710 1 _ A0539586 A0535883 A0547132 E A0539586 0535683 1 A0535883 A0547120 1 A0547120 1 A0539577 A0547133 A0547121 1 A0536708 1 A0541387 1 A0541387 1 A0539576 A0533099 A0533099 A0533099 A0533099 A0539578 A0533103 A0533103 A0533103 A0533103 A0539579 0064022 10539572 0064022 006
4. drawings equipment labor and construction materials union or non union installations and field supervision Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 6 Appendix Page 20 of 25 6 2 Drawings and Specifications A0536711 I Top View Fan guard Fan blade Supply piping __ Access Fan motor N __ Motor support assembly door Nozzle T KH adaptor p BS 42 ZER HRHRHH HRIH Ones erent alas Nozzle Rigid PVC tower fill Water diverter E _Return piping number Side View Figure 7 Dimensions and Weights Cutaway View e Dimensions _ _______ _____ e Model A B C D supply E return in cm in cm in cm mt mmo in mmo 125 318 3 76 2 mm 6 152 4 mm 121 307 4 101 6 mm 8 203 2 mm 121 307 4 101 6 mm 8 203 2 mm 1 500 123 313 4 101 6 mm 8 203 2 mm 1 950 123 313 4 101 6 mm 8 203 2 mm 254 124 315 4 101 6 mm 8 203 2 mm 2 600 Shipping s Ibs kg Millimeter measurement is approximate Customer is responsible for converting to metric piping sizes Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter
5. qualified personnel The manufacturer strongly recommends use of EPA registered microbiocides on a regular basis We do NOT recommend use of chlorine or backyard swimming pool chemicals Permitting the discharge of such chemicals into a city sewer may violate local state and or federal laws We offer a full service water treatment program including chemicals dispensing equipment automatic bleed off and monthly water analysis Contact the Parts and Service department for more information Routine Maintenance e The fan motor has double sealed bearings and needs no lubrication e Inspect basket strainers where used and clean as needed e Check constant bleed back to the tank for flow during operation Check the bleed off line to verify that water flows to the drain during operation Inspect the tower basin for dirt and debris and clean as needed e Check the tower nozzle s for proper operation at full water flow e Check the water treatment equipment for proper operation Refer to the information supplied with these devices Check the throttling valve pressure gauge The pressure should be within the recommendations in section 3 6 Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 5 Maintenance Page 18 of 25 5 2 Corrective Maintenance Replacing Nozzles and Fill The PVC fill used in these cooling towers provides years of maintenance free service under normal conditions If you discover dirty water or defective nozzle s damage the fill
6. tower outlet must be at least three feet approximately 1 meter above the top of the pump tank The outside tower basin must drain completely when shut down to avoid winter freeze up Outside Installation Using the Tower Basin as a Reservoir Process pump suction piping is directly connected to the bottom outlet on the tower Install the optional outlet basket filter and automatic float assembly Contact the Sales department for this accessory kit Note A dimension of 60 is required between the tower air inlet and the wall of a building See above caution for required distance between towers Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 3 Installation Page 10 of 25 Figure 1 Structural Steel Support Requirements Structural steel 2X 2angle to support tower basin flush with top T D T of structural steel rails S Model A ee ee SF2003 SF2004 SF2005 68 SF2007 68 1727 67 1702 22 SF2009 SF2015 Note The illustration in Figure 1 shows structural steel with spacing for two 2 cooling towers Your installation may vary Dimension A Centerline for fiberglass mounting feet provided with cooling tower This is so bolt holes can be made to secure the tower to the structural support Dimension B amp C Location of basin support steel Dimension D Provides proper distance of 60 between cooling towe
7. 4022 0064022 0064022 0064022 A0101006 0101006 A0101006 A0101006 40101006 0101006 0101006 Nozzle Nozzle adapter A0547130 4 A0547130 4 Starter kit 460 vac f 1 A0518025 4 A0518057 4 0538703 4 0538706 4 A0518032 4 A0518032 4 A0518061 O A0547130 4 A0547132 4 4 A0547130 4 Fan motor spacer bracket part no A0539566 available on FG2003 models only 0000 Fiberglass Cooling Towers Fan motor spacer bracket part no A0536717 available on FG2005 models only Recommended spare parts prior to April 2002 Recommended spare parts list after 2002 Recommended spare parts prior to February 2005 40504421 and A0064023 Recommended spare parts list after February 2005 Chapter 6 Appendix A0547130 4 4 A0547130 4 A0547133 4 A0547130 Page 24 of 25 6 4 Electrical Schematics Figure 12 Typical Wiring Diagram 115 1 60 208 230 460 3 60 r Fused l disconnect switch ON OFF Thermostat Immerse bulb in tank A 3 A H Non fused disconnect at tower an Starter with overloads Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 6 Appendix Page 25 of 25
8. 6 Appendix Page 21 of 25 Figure 8 Tower Performance Cooling Nominal capacity amp draw air flow number_ tons Kcal hr 460 3 60_ cfm cmh 100 175 200 4 Rating conditions are based on 78 F 26 C wet bulb 95 F 35 C entering water temperature and 85 F 29 C leaving water temperature flow capacity is based on 3 gpm ton 2 563 lpm per 1 000 Kcal hr SF2007 378 000 Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 6 Appendix Page 22 of 25 Figure 9 Cooling Tower Nozzle Capacity Flow rate in Flow rate cu meters sec in gpm 0119 190 0113 180 0107 170 0101 160 0094 150 0088 140 0082 130 0075 120 0069 110 0063 100 0056 90 0050 80 0044 70 BEE E ALUN ALTIN 0037 60 COVEN SRNR EE EE OH N e D pa oJ ENP PINE PT PINE EE We z RW a a VA Be W Gel Ge be RW 0031 50 ER a PCE CCP 0013 20 0025 40 0019 30 OC ee eee E 0 Water pressure in psi max 13 8 20 7 27 6 34 4 41 3 48 2 55 1 62 0 68 9 Water pressure in kPa max Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 6 Appendix Page 23 of 25 6 3 Parts List Figure 10 Supplied Parts for Field Assembly Part Number Quantity Description A0101485 1 Silicone A0533163 110 Stainless steel flat washers 5 16 A0539417 55 Stainless steel screws 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 A0533167 55 Stainless steel hex nut 5 16 18 A0534122 55 Stainless steel split lock washers 3
9. age 9 of 25 Chapter 3 Installation 3 1 Tower Installation Location Roof Installation Select a location over or nearest to the heaviest building structural members These members should be outside load bearing walls building columns or roof joists You may need to spread the load over several structural members to provide support without over stressing any one member See Figure 1 on page 11 for structural steel support requirements You are responsible for contacting a structural engineer to verify support requirements Choose a site with easy access to simplify routine maintenance This consideration is especially important when a tower is located near a roof edge Avoid locations where wind currents can re circulate tower discharge air Stay clear of roof discharge points Avoid stacks exhaust fans dust collector discharges or any process that can contaminate air circulating through the tower Caution Multiple tower installations require at least five feet 60 152cm clearance between towers to reduce freeze ups The manufacturer is not responsible for damages resulting from improper site selection Ground Installation Elevate the tower so that positive pressure is on pump suction and to allow maintenance access to the underside of the tower cell Alternative Installations Outside Installation with the Pump Tank Reservoir Inside Water exits the tower and drains to a pump tank reservoir inside the building below The
10. e 20 6 2 Drawings and SpeciliCallons s4 6 cen aie gege 21 Fiberglass Cooling Towers iii 6 3 Parts List 0 0 6 4 Electrical Schematics Fiberglass Cooling Towers iv List of Figures Figure 1 Structural Steel Support Requirements lt 2aicccccs degen gdeEAe eebe deene 11 Figure TEE EE 13 Figure 3 Cooling Tower with Tower Reservoir Piping Diagram eee ee eeeceeeseeceseceeeeeeeeeenees 14 Figure 4 Cooling Tower with Basin as Reservoir Piping Diagram ceeeeeseeeseceeeeeeeeeeeeees 14 Figure 5 Flexible PVC Outlet leiere eege 15 Figure 6 Throttling Valve Pressures cic sicciecssedcnticesten A chedacexepeaitegyedenlicestea ni capedateaepeniineeed adaceseaed 16 Eemer Dimensions and Were hts gedet eege 21 Fig re 8 Tower Performance Dx ia5 Sects ccistes enc reueg 22 Figure 9 Cooling Tower Nozzle Capacity seesesesseseeeseesessseseessteseserssreseseresresseserertesseseresreeseese 23 Figure 10 Supplied Parts for Eegenheeten er n Bet tere 24 Figure Lilt Spare Parts ISnio ana AE EE 24 Figur 12 Typical Wirmg Did er ain nsii dere n aa a iaar oiiae 25 Fiberglass Cooling Towers v Chapter 1 Safety 1 1 How to Use This Manual Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing operating and maintaining your equipment The purpose is to assist you in applying efficient proven techniques that enhance equipment productivity This manual covers only light corrective maintenance No
11. eature a non clogging design 2 3 Standard Features Materials of Construction Shell Fiberglass reinforced polyester Fan blade Aluminum fabrication Fan motor support Galvanized mild steel Fill eliminator PVC Plastic Louver pack PVC Plastic Nozzle ABS plastic Piping assembly Schedule 80 PVC plastic Fasteners Stainless Steel Support Feet Fiberglass brackets standard Bottom Outlet Fiberglass Water Balancing Valve Aluminum Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 2 Functional Description Page 8 of 25 2 4 Optional Features Side Outlet The side outlet is used when the tower basin is used as a reservoir Starter Package The starter package includes a starter a remote On Off switch a thermostat and a well Basin Reservoir The basin reservoir includes an automatic float valve overflow and drain connections and an outlet basket strainer for towers with no inside reservoir Basin Heater The basin heater includes a heater and a low water level heater shutoff It is used on towers with basin reservoirs to guard against freeze up when your tower system is shut down Structural Base The structural base is a factory provided structural steel mounting base It speeds tower installation and gives your tower proper support Access Ladder The access ladder meets OSHA specifications and allows for easier maintenance and inspection Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 2 Functional Description P
12. echnical specifications drawings schematics and parts lists A spare parts list with part numbers specific to your machine is provided with your shipping paperwork package Refer to this section for a listing of spare parts for purchase Have your serial number and model number ready when ordering Safety Symbols Used in this Manual The following safety alert symbols are used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow these symbols to avoid possible injury or death Danger DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Warning WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 1 Safety Page 6 of 25 1 2 1 3 Warnings and Precautions Our equipment is designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within design specifications following national and local safety codes To avoid possible personal injury or equipment damage when installing operating or maintaining this equipment use good judgment and follow these safe practices M Follow all SAFETY CODES H Wear SAFETY GLASSES and WORK GLOVES Kl Disconnect and or lock out p
13. he fan package to the pallet 2 Carefully rig the package using the lifting eyebolts provided 3 Mounting holes have been pre drilled at the factory move the package into position and fasten it securely with the stainless steel hardware provided 3 5 Installing Piping Make sure that all piping attached to the cooling tower is externally supported Do not support anything from the cooling tower shell The cooling tower and related fittings and connections are constructed of plastic materials and are not designed to bear external weight Do not apply high torque to the fittings that are made up into the tower fittings Use a backup wrench when applying torque to the fittings Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 3 Installation Page 13 of 25 Install the piping according to the piping diagrams in Figure 3 on page 14 Figure 4 on page 14 and Figure 5 on page 15 Figure 3 Cooling Tower with Tower Reservoir Piping Diagram Type 2 Type 2 mi balancing Type 2 valve pressure gauge TWR TWR Support piping to eliminate Caution load from tower casing Do not apply excessive torque to fittings Typical bottom outlet if a e __ 3 4 constant bleed i ee ___3 8 drain line Se NOTE Drain line is intended to prevent e 4 tower freeze up Donotvalve F TWR D Tower water return TR TWS Tower water supply TWS Overflow y SENESE aN
14. ndard operating conditions and when recommended instructions are followed in the maintenance and operation of the machine All personnel engaged in the use of the machine should become familiar with its operation as described in this manual Proper operation of the machine promotes safety for the operator and all workers in its vicinity Each individual must take responsibility for observing the prescribed safety rules as outlined All warning and danger signs must be observed and obeyed All actual or potential danger areas must be reported to your immediate supervisor Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 1 Safety Page 7 of 25 Chapter 2 Functional Description 2 1 Models Covered in This Manual This manual covers fiberglass cooling tower models Model numbers are listed on the serial tag A model number followed by Q is specially constructed and the information in this manual may not apply Make sure you know the model and serial number of your equipment before contacting the manufacturer for parts or service 2 2 General Description The fiberglass cooling tower system is constructed of lightweight polyester reinforced fiberglass for corrosion resistance and durability PVC fill material resists decay corrosion and microorganisms and handles temperatures up to 130 F 54 C Access panels allow easy inspection of fill material Fan blades are factory tuned for optimum performance ABS water distribution nozzles are pre piped and f
15. ng your wish for assistance and to obtain an RMA return material authorization number If the Shipment is Not Complete Check the packing list as back ordered items are noted on the packing list In addition to the equipment itself you should have M Bill of lading M Packing list Kl Operating and Installation packet KM Electrical schematic and panel layout drawings Kl Component instruction manuals if applicable Re inspect the container and packing material to see if you missed any smaller items during unpacking If the Shipment is Not Correct If the shipment is not what you ordered please contact the parts and service department immediately at 262 641 8610 Have the order number and item number available Hold the items until you receive shipping instructions Returns Do not return any damaged or incorrect items until you receive shipping instructions from the shipping department Fiberglass Cooling Towers ii Table of Contents GHAPTER EE ai AR EE 6 1 1 How to Use This Manual ee ee 6 Safety Symbols Used in this Manual 6 1 2 Warnings and Precautions sc cgeogescuotcinesuateiensugtaeecutecebenstevucasaeetauevetaleuese usens 7 t 3 ee EE 7 CHAPTER 2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ccccsssssseeeeees 8 2 1 Models Covered in This E EE 8 2 2 General Description een 8 2 3 Standard ME 8 Materials of Construchon 8 2 4 Optlonial FOatureS iss ccc a ee eegene 9 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION ccccc
16. ny makeup water conditions Refer to the suggested bleed off arrangements in Figure 3 and Figure 4 on pages 14 and 14 for more information For automatic bleed rate control a conductivity controller is available through the Sales department 4 2 Winter Operation Considerations All cooling towers are subject to ice formation in sub freezing weather Your cooling tower requires a certain amount of attention and maintenance to prevent damage during these operating conditions Follow these guidelines to reduce the chance of ice buildup Maintain full design flow Any reduction in water flow greatly increases the probability of ice forming on and around the air inlet louvers Do not use free cooling applications during freezing weather Reduced water temperatures or loading dramatically increases the chance of ice formation Make sure that the leaving water temperature is set above 80 F 27 C during sub freezing weather so heat from the water warms the air inlet louvers and reduces ice formation when the fan is off Using a thermostat to control fan cycling by leaving water temperature is mandatory Do not run fans backward to thaw ice Ice can form on the fan ring fan guard and support structures and can severely damage fan blades Reversed airflow can also blow water vapor out onto the roof and create ice fields around the cooling tower Maintain a heat load of at least 60 of tower capacity at all times during operation in freezing weathe
17. other maintenance should be undertaken without first contacting a service engineer The Functional Description section outlines models covered standard features and optional features Additional sections within the manual provide instructions for installation pre operational procedures operation preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance The Installation chapter includes required data for receiving unpacking inspecting and setup of the equipment We can also provide the assistance of a factory trained technician to help train your operator s for a nominal charge This section includes instructions checks and adjustments that should be followed before commencing with operation of the equipment These instructions are intended to supplement standard shop procedures performed at shift daily and weekly intervals The Operation chapter includes a description of electrical and mechanical controls in addition to information for operating the equipment safely and efficiently The Maintenance chapter is intended to serve as a source of detailed assembly and disassembly instructions for those areas of the equipment requiring service Preventive maintenance sections are included to ensure that your equipment provides excellent long service The Troubleshooting chapter serves as a guide for identification of most common problems Potential problems are listed along with possible causes and related solutions The Appendix contains t
18. ower before servicing or maintaining the equipment EN Use care when LOADING UNLOADING RIGGING or MOVING this equipment H Operate this equipment within design specifications M OPEN TAG and LOCK ALL DISCONNECTS before working on equipment You should remove the fuses and carry them with you Kl Make sure the equipment and components are properly GROUNDED before you switch on power Kl When welding or brazing in or around this equipment make sure VENTILATION is ADEQUATE PROTECT adjacent materials from flame or sparks by shielding with sheet metal An approved FIRE EXTINGUISHER should be close at hand and ready for use if needed M Refrigeration systems can develop refrigerant pressures in excess of 500 psi 3 447 5 kPa 34 47 bars DO NOT CUT INTO THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM This must be performed by a qualified service technician only M Do not restore power until you remove all tools test equipment etc and the equipment and related components are fully reassembled M Only PROPERLY TRAINED personnel familiar with the information in this manual should work on this equipment We have long recognized the importance of safety and have designed and manufactured our equipment with operator safety as a prime consideration We expect you as a user to abide by the foregoing recommendations in order to make operator safety a reality Responsibility These machines are constructed for maximum operator safety when used under sta
19. r A lack of substantial load can create uneven temperatures in the tower and cause freezing If you shut down your cooling tower during freezing weather you must drain it completely We recommend that you use an indoor reservoir tank to permit water to drain into the tank on system shutdown whether for emergencies or actual planned shutdowns An alternative is to use basin heaters if a tower basin is used as a sump Basin heaters are available as an option However basin heaters can permit freeze up during power failures if water remains in the sump The customer is responsible for determining risk factors for each specific application Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 4 Operation Page 17 of 25 Chapter 5 Maintenance 5 1 Preventative Maintenance Water Treatment Control of slime algae and bacteria growth is extremely important Cooling towers and reservoir pump tanks are superb environments for microorganism growth Warm water organic debris and air encourage bacterial growth Treat your system with chemicals microbiocides to control microorganism growth Caution Uncontrolled microorganism growth causes system problems such as fouling and corrosion and can spread bacterially transmitted diseases You must reduce slime growth and bacterial contamination to eliminate disease causing bacteria Properly used environmentally approved microbiocide controls system bacteria Chemical treatments must be regularly monitored by
20. re gauge to regulate the water pressure to the tower spray nozzle s The recommended throttling valve is a butterfly type valve that can be locked in the correct position with a locknut See Figure 6 for recommended throttling valve pressures Figure 6 Throttling Valve Pressures Model Pressure psig KPa SF2003 10 psig 68 95 SF2004 7 psig 48 26 Sf2005 3 psig 10 68 SF2007 5 psig 34 47 SF2009 6 psig 41 37 SF2011 8 psig 55 16 SF2015 10 psig 68 95 Warning Exceeding these pressure limits will damage the tower fill and nozzle and void the tower warranty 3 7 Initial Start up Check for proper rotation on all fan and pump motors Refer to the arrows atop the tower and on pump housings Fill the system with water and adjust the float valve if you are using a float Maintain a water level in the tower basin approximately one inch 25 mm below the overflow opening The tower basin acts as a sump to maintain water level Towers using inside tanks do not carry water in the basin Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 3 Installation Page 16 of 25 Chapter 4 Operation 4 1 Bleed Off and Evaporation Rates A proper bleed off rate is important to limit the concentration of minerals and foreign materials in re circulated water A bleed off equal to the evaporation rate normally about two gallons per hour per ton 7 57 liters per hour per 3 780 Kceal hr is sufficient for ma
21. rs and distance between cooling tower and the wall of a building Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 3 Installation Page 11 of 25 3 2 Assembling the Cooling Tower in the Field Your cooling tower may have been shipped on two skids to reduce shipping charges One skid contains the lower section identified by the black fill wrapped in plastic on the inside of the lower section The second skid contains the top tower section bolted over the fan motor assembly Perform the following procedure to properly assemble the two sections if the sections shipped separately 1 2 Remove the clear plastic protective wrapping from the fill Inspect both sections for any damage and locate the red orientation mark on one of the vertical sides of each section The manufacturer supplies self adhesive gasketing material to insure a water tight seal between the top and bottom sections Install this material on the top of the attachment flange on the lower section prior to mating the top and bottom sections Make sure that the flange is clean dry and free of rough spots before applying the gasketing material Align the holes in the gasket with the bolt holes in the flange then remove the paper on the back side Cut the gasketing material to fit properly and apply the gasket to the flange as you realign gasket holes with flange holes Repeat on all four sides of the tower Apply silicone caulk in cut lines and voids to complete sealing between section
22. s Unbolt the top section from the skid and make sure that the flange on the top section is clean dry and free of rough spots Place the upper section on the gasketed lower section aligning the red orientation marks Take care not to disturb the gasketing and silicone caulk while aligning bolt holes After aligning bolt the two sections together with the fasteners provided Use a flat washer under the bolt head on top and a flat washer a lock washer and nut on the bottom side of the flange Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 3 Installation Page 12 of 25 3 3 Rigging Handle the fiberglass cooling tower shell section very carefully Until installed and properly supported it is subject to handling damage See Figure 2 for rigging information Caution Use an appropriately rated hoist to support the equipment Figure 2 Rigging Arrangement Channel Spreader bar wide enough to protect cooling tower shell Rope stay Caution Use appropriately rated hoist to support equipment The rope stay goes all the way around the tower to keep the vertical rope in position Do not let the rigging transfer any load to the cooling tower shell Provide support to the bottom of the cooling tower when rigging Do not rig from the corners of the optional base Do not rig less than 8 inches from the corners 3 4 Installing the Fan Package Install the fan package after the tower is in position 1 Remove the dunnage securing t
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24. you can order a replacement kit from the parts department You can easily remove and replace the fill by removing the tower access door on the side of the tower Open the door to gain access to the nozzle system Fiberglass Cooling Towers Chapter 5 Maintenance Page 19 of 25 Chapter 6 Appendix 6 1 Technical Assistance Parts Department Call Toll Free 7am 6pm CST 800 423 3183 or call 262 641 8610 Our Parts Department is ready to provide the parts to keep your systems up and running OEM replacement parts ensure operation at design specifications Please have the model and serial number of your equipment when you call Consult the Customer Parts List included in your information packet for replacement part numbers Service Department Call toll free 8am S5pm CST 800 783 7835 or call 262 641 8610 Emergency Service is available 24 hours a day We have a qualified service department ready to help Service contracts are available for most of our products www acscustomerservice com Sales Department Call 262 641 8610 Monday Friday 8am 5pm CST Our products are sold by a world wide network of independent sales representatives Contact our Sales Department for the name of the sales representative nearest you Contract Department Call 262 641 8610 Monday Friday 8am Spm CST Let us install your system The Contract Department offers any or all of these services project planning system packages including as built
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