MOPX Separation System

Parameter List

List No. 31830-6181-8

Printed Dec 1996

Book No. 1810139-02 V3

Alfa Laval Marine & Power

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Published by: Alfa Laval Separation AB
Marine & Power Oil Treatment Division
S - 147 80 Tumba
Sweden
© Copyright Alfa Laval Separation AB 1996.
 Study instruction manuals and observe the
warnings before installation, operation,
service and maintenance.

Not following the instructions can result in

serious accidents with fatal injuries.

P000272A
In order to make the information clear only foreseeable conditions have
been considered. No warnings are given, therefore, for situations
arising from unintended usage of the machine and its tools.

A summary of the safety information is found in the Safety chapter

under divider 1.
Contents

1 Scope 1

2 Process Parameters 3

3 Installation Parameters 5

4 Timer Sequence
Parameters 7

5 Service Mode Parameters

90, 94, and 95 9

5.1 Countdown of Timers

P50 – P89 9

5.2 Alarm Log 10

5.2.1 Examples of
Logged Alarms 11

5.3 Timer function 13

6 Additional Parameter
Information 15

6.1 Process Parameters 15

6.2 Installation Parameters 20

6.3 Timer Sequence Parameters 21

6.3.1 Starting Sequence 21
6.3.2 Separation Sequence 22
6.3.3 Sludge Discharge
Sequence 22
6.3.4 Stopping sequence 22

7 Sequence Diagram 23

7.1 Purifier mode 23

7.2 Clarifier mode 24

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1 Scope

This parameter list is valid for the following

separation systems:
MOPX 205
MOPX 207

MOPX 309
MOPX 310
MOPX 213

Including the EPC-41 control unit with

PROM: 31830-6213-1.

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1 Scope MOPX Parameter List

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2 Process Parameters

The EPC-41 control unit controls the separa-

tion process. It can be programmed for differ-
ent separation systems and different condi-
tions within the system, by setting parameters.
The process parameters can be easily adjusted,
as often as required, to meet changes in the
operating conditions, e.g. oil temperature,
alarm points, time between sludge discharges.
Each separator has its own EPC-41 control
unit. Up to three separation systems can be
interconnected via cables between their con-
trol units. The separators can work in parallel
or series operation. Only two separators can
work in series; the third must work in parallel
or act as a stand-by. The first separator in
series should always be defined as a purifier
and the second as a clarifier.

NOTE

P2 is factory set to P (purifier). If you

change it to C (clarifier) you get all
the factory settings for a clarifier,
which is shown in column “Factory
set value, Clarifier” in the tables.

WARNING

Disintegration
hazard

If the time between sludge discharges

is set too long, sludge accumulation
and bowl imbalance may occur.

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Factory set value Plant

Parameter Description or unit Range set
Purifier Clarifier value

P11 Max. time between Minutes 0 – 999 30 30 .....

sludge discharges P1 = P61
Changing of P1 automatically
changes P61.
P21 Purifier/Clarifier mode P = Purifier P or C P .....
C = Clarifier
P31 Series configuration 0 = No separator in series 0, 12, 13, 23 0 0 .....
12 = The 1st and the 2nd sepa-
rator work in series
13 = The 1st and the 3rd separa-
tor work in series
23 = The 2nd and the 3rd sepa-
rator work in series
P41 Sludge discharge sig- 1 = Every purifier discharge 1–4 --- --- .....
nal from purifier to 2 = Every 2nd purifier
clarifier discharge
3 = Every 3rd purifier discharge
4 = Every 4th purifier discharge
If P3 = 0 then P4 = “- - -”.
P51 High temperature °C or °F 0 – 115 °C or 0 0 .....
alarm 0 – 255 °F
P61 Low temperature °C or °F 0 – 115 °C or --- --- .....
alarm 0 – 255 °F
P71 Temperature set point °C or °F 0 – 110 °C or --- --- .....
0 – 240 °F
P81 P-band % 10 – 500 --- --- .....
P91 I -time Minutes 0.1 – 10.0 --- --- .....
P10 to
Not used --- ---
P14
P151 HFO / DO selection of HFO = Heavy Fuel Oil HFO or do HFO HFO .....
type of oil do = diesel oil
For lubricating oil select HFO
P16 to
Not used --- ---
P19
1. For more information, see‘‘Additional Parameter Information’’ on page 15.

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NOTE

EPC-41 parameter P21 is factory set

to 50 Hz. If connected to a 60 Hz
supply an alarm will occur. Set P21 to
60 Hz and press the reset button. The
alarm will disappear.

The installation parameters must be set before

the initial start-up and before process para-
meters are set.
The parameters rarely need to be adjusted
again.

NOTE

Alfa Laval can not be held

responsible for injuries and damage
caused by usage of parameters not
recommended by Alfa Laval

Factory set value Plant

Parameter Description or unit Range set
Purifier Clarifier value

P20 Separator type 2.1 = MOPX 1.2 – 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1
P21 Power frequency Hz 50 or 60 50 50 .....
Check that the frequency is cor-
rect, see label on the separator.
P22 Not used --- ---
1
P23 EPC-41 address 1 = Single unit or the 1st linked 1– 8 1 1 .....
control unit
2 = The 2nd linked control unit
3 = The 3rd linked control unit
4-8 = Not used
Up to 3 control units can be linked
together.

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Factory set value Plant

Parameter Description or unit Range set
Purifier Clarifier value

P24 For remote communication with 48 48 .....

P25 Profibus protocol 2 2 .....
P26 to --- ---
Not used
P32
P33 Emergency stop 0 = Emergency stop only 0 or 1 0 0 .....
function 1 = Mechanical vibration switch
P341 Alarm delay time Seconds 1 – 30 15 15 .....
P351 Low temperature Seconds 1 – 999 15 15 .....
alarm delay after MV1
change over
P361 Remote control 0 =
No remote control 0 – 3, 10 – 13 0 0 .....
1 =
Remote switches
2 =
Remote computer
3 =
Not applicable
10 =
No remote control, alarm
A4-1 cancelled
11 = Remote switch, alarm A4-1
cancelled
12 = Remote computer, alarm
A4-1 cancelled
13 = Not applicable
P371 Heater type 0 = No or common heater with 0–2 0 0 .....
separate controller
1 = Heatpac EHS-62 controlled
by EPC-41
2 = Heater with control valve,
controlled by EPC-41
P38 Size of Heatpac kW 0, 7, 8, 14, 16, --- --- .....
heater If P37 = 1 then P38 is set to 16, 22, 24, 36, 40,
otherwise P38 = “- - -”. 50, 56, 65, 72
P39 Run time of steam Seconds 0 – 999 --- --- .....
control valve If P37 = 2 then P39 is set to 120,
otherwise P39 = “- - -”.
P401 Temperature reading C = °C C or F C C .....
F = °F
P411 Max. start time for Minutes 0 – 999 15 15 .....
heater
P42 Not used --- ---
P431 Extra alarm function 0 = Alarm indication on display. 0 or 1 0 0 .....
No action.
1 = Alarm indication on display.
Oil feed off during
separation sequence.
P44 to --- ---
Not used
P49
1. For more information, see‘‘Additional Parameter Information’’ on page 15.

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4 Timer Sequence Parameters

The timer sequence parameters control the

operation of the system; i.e. start, separation,
sludge discharge and stop functions.

Factory set value Plant

Parameter Description or unit Range set
Purifier Clarifier value

Starting sequence

P501 Sludge discharge Seconds 0 – 99.9 3 3 .....

Draining of bowl Seconds 0 – 999 15 15 .....
P51
operating system
P521 Bowl closing water Seconds 0 – 999 15 15 .....
1
P53 Bowl sealing water Seconds 0 – 999 45 --- .....
1
P54 Oil feed on during Seconds 0 – 999 30 30 .....
stabilizing period
P55 to Not used --- ---
P59
Separation sequence

P601 Not used --- ---

P611 Time between sludge Minutes 0 – 999 30 30 .....
discharges P61 = P1
Changing of P61 automatically
changes P1.
P62 to Not used --- ---
P69
Sludge discharge sequence
P701 Displacement water. Seconds 0 – 999 20 20 .....
Oil feed off
P71 Not used --- ---
1
P72 Sludge discharge Seconds 0 – 99.9 3.0 3.0 .....
P73 to Not used --- ---
P77
P781 Draining of bowl Seconds 0 – 999 15 15 .....
operating system
P79 Not used --- ---

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Factory set value Plant

Parameter Description or unit Range set
Purifier Clarifier value

Stopping sequence
P80 Bowl closing water on Seconds 0 – 999 15 15 .....
P81 Bowl displ. water Seconds 0 – 999 90 --- .....
P82 Oil feed on Seconds 0 – 999 --- 30 .....
P83 to Not used --- ---
P85
P86 Separator motor off Seconds 0 – 999 180 180 .....
P87 to Not used --- ---
P89
1. For more information, see‘‘Additional Parameter Information’’ on page 15.

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5 Service Mode Parameters 90, 94, and 95

With aid of the service mode parameters

information can be requested and displayed,
for instance the countdown of timer sequences
can be displayed while they are running.
Factory set value Plant
Parameter Description or unit Range set
Purifier Clarifier value

P90 Service mode 0 = No service mode 0, 1, 2, 50 0 0 .....

1 = Countdown of timers
P50 – P89
12 = Power frequency
50 = Alarm log, including self re-
setting alarms
P91 For remote 0 0
P92 communication with 19,2 19,2
P93 Profibus protocol 60 60
P94 Count down timer 0.0 - 10.0 0.0 0.0
P95 Indication of P94 timer Hours 0.0 - 10.0 --- --- .....
actual value
P96 to Not used
P99

5.1 Countdown of Timers

P50 – P89
By setting P90 to 1, the mode selector in
PS
position L and then by pushing the alarm reset 42

button, a countdown of each activated timer

(P50 – P89) can be displayed during
G006482A

operation.

Timer P61 shows that it is 32 seconds left to next

sludge discharge.

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5.2 Alarm Log

By setting P90 to 50, the mode selector in
position L and then by pushing the alarm reset
button, the 32 latest alarms can be displayed,
including self resetting alarms.
Each logged alarm consists of three
consecutive groups of information:
1. The accumulated alarm log time, which
shows how long the EPC has been in
operation since the previous alarm.
If the interval between two alarms is
greater than 999.5 hours (≈ 41 days) the
whole alarm log will be reset to 0.
2. The alarm is indicated in the same way as
when it occurred, except for the alarms
starting with an E:
• alarm code starting with an A.
• LED and an alarm code, for instance
“High or low oil temperature”.
• LED indications only.
• “alarm” code starting with an E (events
with no alarm released)
There is only one event for EPC-41,
which is a self resetting function;
E2 = low pressure
3. The actual value of parameter P1
(maximum time between sludge
discharges).

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5.2.1 Examples of Logged Alarms

• The capital “H” indicates that this is the

I000881A
latest alarm which has been logged. The
EPC had been in operation 48 hours and
20 – 29 minutes since the previous alarm.
Every tenth minute is displayed, but
several alarms can be logged within this
period.
The alarm was a “Power failure”.

I001103A
P1 (maximum time between sludge

I000891A
discharges) was set to 30 minutes.

Between these two alarms 10 hours and 0 – 9

minutes had elapsed (58.2 – 48.2).

• This event occurred 58 hours and 20 – 29

I000901A
minutes ago.

The event was a “Low pressure”.

I000912A
P1 indicated 30 minutes.
I000891A

• 106 operating hours and 30 – 39 minutes

I000921A

ago the first logged alarm occurred.

The alarm was a “Low temperature”.

S000121A

(Which is indicated by the LED and the

figures on the display).
I001151A

P1 setting was 30 minutes.

I000891A

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• If the accumulated time becomes more

than 999.5 hours it will the first time be

I001341A
indicated by capital “H” and 1000 is
subtracted from the displayed value.

S000121A
The second time it happens, another 1000
is subtracted from the displayed value etc.

I001311A
I000891A
Between these two alarms 10 hours have
elapsed (H 5.0 = 1005.0 hours)

I001321A
S000121A
I001331A
I000891A

• This indicates the end of the log.

I001001A

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5.3 Timer function

By setting P94 to >0.0 a count down timer is
activated. It is intended as a reminder of
service to be made after the elapsed running
hours. If e.g. P94 is set to 2.70 it means 2700
hours. Each 0.1 indicates 100 hours. When
2700 hours of operation have elapsed, an
alarm will be released and 3h - - - is indicated
in the front window. The alarm is repeated at
each start of the EPC. To avoid this the P94
timer has to be started or set to 0.
When P94 is >0 the actual count down value
is displayed when P95 is activated. P95 is just
an indication of the elapsed time in P94. It can
not be set.

To restart the timer, go to P94. Push third

button once (display flashes). Push button one
once. The timer is now restarted with the same
value. When the display is flashing, a new
value can be entered.

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6 Additional Parameter Information
6.1 Process Parameters
P1 Max time between sludge discharge
Long intervals between sludge
discharges can cause the sludge to
N.B. Alfa Laval assumes no responsibility
accumulate and solidify. The sludge
may then break up at sludge discharge
and create imbalance in the bowl.
WARNING
Disintegration
hazard
If the interval between sludge
discharges is too long, there is risk of
heavy side breakdown.
As many factors influence the sludge
discharge interval, the choice of
interval must be based on experience.
When the bowl is opened for routine
cleaning, the sludge space should be
inspected and, if necessary, the interval
between discharges changed
accordingly.
Clean sludge space: the interval may
be prolonged. “Clean sludge space”
means that no noticeable amount of
solidified sludge remains in the sludge
space.
Dirty sludge space: the interval must
be shortened. “Dirty sludge space”
means that some solidified sludge has
accumulated in the sludge space.
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The only way to get a clean sludge
space is to make appropriate
adjustment of the interval based on
regular inspection.
for the actual choice of discharge
interval times, as these depend entirely
on local feed characteristics.
Fuel oil cleaning
Conditions may change completely
when bunkers are changed. Therefore,
great care must be given to the
discharge interval setting for each new
bunker. In case the current discharge
interval exceeds the recommended
initial value, the interval setting has to
be reduced according to table on next
page, when a new, unknown bunker is
to be separated.
Use of unstable fuel or mixing of
incompatible fuel oils may cause
precipitation of sludge and overloading
of the separator.
WARNING
Disintegration
hazard
Each new bunker requires review of
the discharge time setting.
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Type of oil Initial discharge Time to first bowl inspection

Distillate (1.5 - 6 cSt /40 °C) 4 hours 1 week

Marine Diesel Oil (max. 13 cSt / 40 °C) 2 hours 1 week

Intermediate / Heavy Fuel Oil 0.5 hour 2 days

Lubricating oil cleaning

The interval between discharges must
be shortened if the separator has been
out of service for 24 hours or longer
while the diesel engine has been
running.
In order to have a reasonable starting
point the table below shows
recommended initial discharge
intervals and operating time to first
inspection.
Main lubricating oil system

Initial discharge Time to first bowl inspection

Recommended interval 1 hour 1 week

for cross head engines

Stuffing box oil 5 minutes After one batch

Recommended interval 0.5 hour 2 days

for trunk piston engines

P2 Purifier/clarifier mode
The MOPX separator can be defined as
a clarifier or as a purifier. It can operate
as a single separator or in parallel or
series. This is defined by the
parameters P2, P3 and P23. See P3 for
the relationship between these
parameters.
If a separator operates in series when
the mode is changed the parameter P3
has to be changed accordingly.

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P3 Series configuration
Up to three EPC-41 control units can
be linked together. Only two of the
three connected separators can work in
series. The first separator in series
should always be defined as a purifier
and the second separator as a clarifier.
The relationship between the
parameters P2, P3 and P23 is shown in
the following table.
N.B. The 1st linked control unit must always
have the power on (the separator does
not need to be operating) when the 2nd
and the 3rd separators are operating in
series.
Type of operation First linked control unit Second linked control unit Third linked control unit
Single operation: P2 = P (Purifier) - -
P3 = 0 (No separator in
series)
P23= 1 (Single unit)
Parallel operation: P2 = P P2 = P P2 = P
P3 = 0 P3 = 0 P3 = 0
P23= 1 (1st linked P23= 2 (2nd linked control P23= 3 (3rd linked control
control unit) unit) unit)
Series operation P2 = P P2 = C (Clarifier) P2 = P
1st and 2nd separator: P3 = 12 (1 and 2 in P3 = 12 P3 = 0
series) P23= 2 P23= 3
P23= 1 This separator works as a
stand-by unit; i.e. in parallel
operation or not used.
Series operation P2 = P P2 = P P2 = C
1st and 3rd separator: P3 = 13 (1 and 3 in P3 = 0 P3 = 13
series) P23= 2 P23= 3
P23= 1 This separator works as a
stand-by unit.
Series operation P2 = P P2 = P P2 = C
2nd and 3rd separator: P3 = 0 P3 = 23 (2 and 3 in series) P3 = 23
P23= 1 P23= 2 P23= 3
This separator works as
a stand-by unit.

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P4 Sludge discharge signals from P7 Temperature set point

purifier to clarifier
The number of sludge discharges
initiated by the first separator (purifier)
before a discharge signal is sent to the
second separator to start its sludge
discharge sequence. P4 should be set in
the purifier controller.
P5 High temperature alarm
P5 should be set sufficiently above the
temperature set point P7.
5 – 10 °C (10 – 20 °F) higher than P7
is recommended.
If P5 = 0 (monitoring temperature
sensor (Pt 100) not connected)
then P6 = P7 = “- - -”.
To be set according to plant
application. See also P5 and P6.
P8 P-band (Proportional band)
If P37 = 0 then P8 = “- - -”.
If P37 = 1 or 2 then P8 is automatically
preset to 40%.
P9 I-time (Integral time)
If P37 = 0 then P9 = “- - -”.
If P37=1 or 2 then P9 is automatically
preset to 1.2 minutes.

P5, P6 and P7 can be set both for heavy

fuel oil (HFO) and for diesel oil (DO),
see P15. If both oils are to be used, the
following must be done:
1. Set P5, P6 and P7 for “HFO” (P15
is factory set to “HFO”).
2. Change P15 to “do”.
3. Go back to P5 and set P5, P6 and
P7 for DO.

If only diesel oil is to be used for the

installation, the following must be
done:
1. Set P5 greater than 0.
2. Change P15 to “do”.
3. Go back to P5 and set P5, P6 and
P7 for DO.

P6 Low temperature alarm

Should be set sufficiently below the
temperature set point P7.
5 – 10 °C (10 – 20 °F) lower than P7 is
recommended.

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How to set P8 and P9:

If the temperature varies with regularly
repeated oscillation, setting of the
proportional band and integral time is
necessary.
• Increasing the value of parameter
P8 (proportional band width) will
result in a slower and more stable
control action.
• Increasing the value of parameter
P9 (integral time) also results in
slower response from the EPC-41.

We recommend that you follow these

guidelines:
1. Set P9 = 10 minutes.
2. Decrease P-band (P8) band in steps
until the process reaches the point
where it starts to oscillate with a
constant amplitude. Test the
stability after each step by
introducing a step-change of load

P000041A
or set point.
3. When you have discovered the Constant amplitude
point where the process oscillates
with a constant amplitude note the
following figures:
A = The value of P-band (P8).
B = The time for one full period in
P000051A

seconds.
4. Calculation of optimal parameter
settings.
P-band I-time
P8 = 2.2 × A P9 = 0.8 × B
The settings above give a rather good
result but may be adjusted according
to individual characteristics in different
loops.

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P15 HFO / DO selection of oil type
To prevent false alarm (A7-10) when
cleaning diesel oil the type of oil must
be specified.
Once P5, P6 and P7 are set for HFO
or DO they automatically follow the
selection of P15.
If P15 = “HFO” and P5 is set > 0 then
P5 for DO is automatically reset to
50 °C (120 °F).
If P15 = “do” then P53 =P70 = 0.
See P5 for the relationship between P5,
P6, P7 and P15.
6.2 Installation Parameters
P20 Separator type
When P20=2.1 the specific functions
for theMOPX are automatically set.
P23 EPC-41 address
If the separator works as a single unit
the EPC-41 address is always 1.
When using more than one separator in
the same system (parallel or series)
each interconnected EPC-41 control
unit must be identified.
The EPC-41 address shows the order in
which the control units are linked.
See also P3 for the relationship
between the parameters.
P34 Alarm delay time
Activation of most alarm functions can
be delayed up to 30 seconds, except for
• emergency / vibration alarm
• high temperature alarm,
which have a fixed delay time of 2
seconds.
If operating two separators in series,
P34 for the clarifier separator must be
3 seconds longer.
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P35 Low temperature alarm delay after
MV1 change over
When the oil feed change over valve
changes position the flow rate and thus
the oil temperature may be influenced.
By delaying the temperature alarm, a
false alarm is avoided as the oil
temperature has time to stabilize.
P35 should be set according to plant
application. If a delay time above 120
seconds is necessary, check the heating
system and the installation layout.
P36 Remote control
Remote control can be applied in form
of:
• external switches
• external computers
P37 Heater type
The EPC-41 control unit is designed
for control of:
• Heatpac EHS-62 (P37 =1)
• Heater with heating media control
valve (P37=2)
N.B. If a different type of heater is installed
(P37 = 0), only a start/stop signal is
available from the EPC-41 control unit.
If a steam heating system is connected
to the EPC-41 and if the system is
equipped with an optional shut-off
valve, and provided P37= 0 or 2, the
valve is opened when the heater is
started.
The valve is shut:
• when the heater is stopped
• at high temperature alarm
• at power failure
• at EPC stand-by mode
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P40 Temperature reading
Degrees Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit
(°F) temperature readings available.
P5, P6 and P7 have to be set according
to °C or °F.
P41 Max. start time for heater
Sets the maximum allowed start time
for the heater. Minimum temperature
limit (P6) must be reached within this
time.
P43 Extra alarm function
Extra alarm functions can be
connected. By setting P43 to 1 the oil
feed to the separator will be stopped
when the extra alarm occur.
6.3 Timer Sequence
Parameters
6.3.1 Starting Sequence
P50 Sludge discharge
To ensure that the bowl is always
emptied at start (e.g. after power
failure).
P52 Bowl closing water
For proper closing of the separator
bowl during start-up sequence. If more
than 60 seconds is required, it may
indicate a malfunction.
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P53 Sealing water
Sealing water is used in the bowl to
prevent oil from discharging through
the water outlet in a purifier. The
amount of sealing water in the bowl is
balanced by the gravity disc.
During the starting sequence sufficient
water must be admitted to the empty
bowl to establish an adequate water
seal. Insufficient water will lead to a
broken water seal.
If a broken water seal occurs during the
starting sequence the time setting can
be increased. P53 should be set accord-
ing to experience.
Recommended values:
MOPX 213: 45 sec.
MOPX 205, 207, 309 & 310: 30 sec.
N.B. If more than 100 secs is required for
MOPX 205, or 140 seconds for the
MOPX 207, 309, 310 & 213 this
indicates a malfunction.
N.B. Before increasing the sealing water,
make sure that the appropriate gravity
disc is fitted to the separator bowl.
N.B. This function is blocked in the clarifier
mode (P2 = C, and P51 = “- - -”).
P54 Oil feed on during stabilizing period
Oil admitted to separator bowl during a
stabilizing period.
If more than 30 seconds is needed for
the purifier and 60 seconds for the
clarifier it may indicate a malfunction.
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6.3.2 Separation Sequence 6.3.4 Stopping sequence

P61 Time between sludge discharges P80 Bowl closing water on
The same as P1 (setting one parameter To be set for proper closing of the bowl
will set both to the same value). (on until P86)
Bowl closing water is supplied for 2 P81 Bowl displacement water on
seconds every 15 minutes. Purifier mode only; the bowl is filled
N.B. In series operation the time sequence up in order to prevent vibration.
for the clarifier must be longer than for MOPX 213 is 90 secs, and for smaller
the purifier, in order to synchronize sizes 45 secs is recommended
sludge discharges initiated from the P82 Oil feed on
purifier. Clarifier mode only; the bowl is filled
up in order to prevent vibration.
P86 Separator motor off
The separator motor is automatically
6.3.3 Sludge Discharge Sequence
switched off.
P70 Displacement water Restarting is blocked for 3 minutes.
Filling of displacement water to the
bowl eliminates the risk of oil loss at
the next sludge discharge.
If more than 40 seconds are required,
this indicates a malfunction.
N.B. If P2 = C (clarifier mode), then P70
starts but the valve is not activated
(i.e. no displacement water added).
P72 Sludge discharge
Sludge discharge initiated by MV15
admitting water to the separator bowl.
If more than 4 seconds are required,
this indicates a malfunction.
P78 Draining of bowl operating system.
Stabilizing period to allow water to
drain from the opening chamber.
Should be set according to experience.

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7.1 Purifier mode

The duration of the monitoring functions and output signals when the separator is operated as a
purifier is illustrated in the diagram.
Valve Stand- Starting sequence Separation Sludge discharge Stopping
Relay, Terminal Activated function by sequence sequence sequence
Sensor OFF P50 P51 P52 P53 P54 P61 P70 P72 P78 P80 P81 P86 OFF
3s 15 s 15 s 45 s 30 s 30 min 20 s 3s 15 s 15 s 90 s 180 s
Mon. functions

PS42 X7:4 Low oil pressure

PS41 X7:3
High oil pressure

- X7:1
Extra alarm

XS1 X8:4 Vibrations1

XS2 X8:4 Emergency stop1

- X9:3 Heater fault

TT1 X11:1-3 High oil temperature2

TT1 X11:1-3 Low oil temperature2

PS42 7:4 Switch function

Output signals

X1: 1,2 Motor starter

Blocking vibration
XS1 X2: 3,4
switch

MV1 X4: 4 Oil to separator

MV10A X5: 1 Closed drain valve

MV10 X5: 2 Displ./Sealing. water

MV15 X5: 3 Bowl opening water

MV16 X5: 4 Bowl closing water3

1. Emergency Stop (XS2) is normally connected to terminal X8:4. If the optional vibration switch (XS1) is installed
it is connected to terminal X8:4 and the Emergency Stop (XS2) is connected to the system power supply.
2. With optional sensor TT1 installed P50 will not start if the temperature is too low or too high.
3. During P61 intermittently 2 seconds every 15 minutes.

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7.2 Clarifier mode

The duration of the monitoring functions and output signals when the separator is operated as a
clarifier is illustrated in the diagram.
Valve Standby Starting Separation Sludge discharge Stopping
Relay, Terminal Activated function sequence sequence sequence sequence
Sensor P50 P51 P52 P54 P61 P70 P72 P78 P80 P82 P86
OFF 3s 15 s 15 s 30 s 30 min 20 s 3s 15 s 15 s 30 s 180 s OFF
Mon. functions

PS42 X7:4 Low oil pressure

PS41 X7:3
High oil pressure

- X7:1
Extra alarm

XS1 X8:4 Vibrations1

XS2 X8:4 Emergency stop1

- X9:3 Heater fault

TT1 X11:1-3 High oil temperature2

TT1 X11:1-3 Low oil temperature2

PS42 7:4 Switch function

Output signals

X1: 1,2 Motor starter

Blocking vibration
XS1 X2: 3,4
switch

MV1 X4: 4 Oil to separator

MV10A X5: 1 Closed drain valve

MV10 X5: 2 Displ./Sealing. water

MV15 X5: 3 Bowl opening water

MV16 X5: 4 Bowl closing water3

1. Emergency Stop (XS2) is normally connected to terminal X8:4. If optional vibration switch (XS1) is installed it
is connected to terminal X8:4 and the Emergency Stop (XS2) is connected to the system power supply.
If the emergency stop button is pushed while the EPC is in stand-by mode the separator motor is stopped.
2. With optional sensor TT1 installed P50 will not start if the temperature is too low or too high.
3. During P61 intermittently 2 seconds every 15 minutes.

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