ECOLAB FI-10N-MOBYFOAM 10 Gallon 37.8 Liter Air Operated Portable Foam Equipment User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- ECOLAB
Table of Contents
- ECOLAB FI-10N-MOBYFOAM 10 Gallon 37.8 Liter Air Operated Portable Foam
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
- Specifications
- Operation Instructions
- Troubleshooting Instructions
- [TANK ASSEMBLY ITEM NUMBER: TANK-10N-A
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- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
ECOLAB FI-10N-MOBYFOAM 10 Gallon 37.8 Liter Air Operated Portable Foam
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it.
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Always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear while operating or servicing unit.
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Avoid contact of cleaning agent with skin and eyes. If contact occurs, see SDS sheet for further first aid measures.
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Follow safety instructions of chemical manufacturer (SDS).
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Never point the discharge wand at anyone.
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Incoming air pressure cannot exceed 100 psi (7 bar).
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After each use, relieve all remaining pressure in the system by unplugging the air line from the unit and opening the discharge ball valve to prevent accidental discharge.
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After relieving the pressure from the unit, store the unit with the ball valve in the closed position.
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Be sure to flush the unit with fresh water for 5 minutes when switching from an alkaline to an acid or an acid to an alkaline.
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Do not exceed a fluid temperature of 100˚F (37˚C).
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Only use clean and dry air. Air must be filtered and free of moisture or pump life will be diminished. If needed, install an air dryer before unit.
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Do not use air lubricator before the unit.
NOTICE:
It is illegal to operate or service unit in an -
EU member state if manual(s) is not written in that State’s language. Operator must read and understand instruction manual before operating or servicing equipment. Please contact your equipment agent if translation is needed.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Please dispose of packaging materials, old machine components, and hazardous
fluids in an environmentally safe way according to local waste disposal
regulations. Always remember to recycle.Specifications and parts are subject
to change without notice.
Specifications
- Hose ………… 23 ft reinforced hose, 1/2 in inside diameter
- (7 m reinforced hose, 12.7 mm inside diameter)
- Foam Output……………………… 15 to 30 gal/min (57 to 144 l/min)
- Foam Distances ………………………… 15 to 20 ft (4.6 to 6 meters)
- Liquid Temperature …………………… 40˚F to 100˚F (4.4˚C to 37˚C)
- Noise Level……………………………….. Average 79 dB(A)
- Discharge Wand Vibration Level ….. Maximum 2.5 m/s²
Dimensions:
- Length ………………………………… 19 in (483 mm) approximately
- Width …………………………………. 16 in (406 mm) approximately
- Height ………………………………… 41 in (1041 mm) approximately
- Weight, including discharge hose and wand:
- (Empty) ………………………….. 39 lbs (18 kg) approximately
- (Full) ……………………………….. 138 lbs (63 kg) approximately
Requirements:
Compressed Air Pressure Requirements: Air regulator (R25) factory set at 50
psi (3.4 bar). Operating range is 40 to 80 psi (3 to 5 bar) with 5 to 8 CFM
(141.6 to 226.6 l/min) Chemical requirements: follow all instructions from
chemical manufacturer.
Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump Models Offered:
- P56: Polypropylene body with Santoprene diaphragm
- P56V: Polypropylene body with Viton diaphragm
- P56K: Polypropylene body with Kalrez diaphragm
- Santoprene pump is the standard pump. Kalrez and Viton are optional replacements.
Acceptable Products:
Chemical products used with this equipment must be formulated for this type of application and compatible with unit materials and pump seals. For more information on chemical compatibility, consult the manufacturer or SDS for your product. DO NOT USE: All hydrocarbons
Operation Instructions
- Fill the tank with water and the advised percentage of chemical agent.
- With ball valve (HV60) in the closed position, plug an air line into theair fitting (AP25).
- Slowly open the ball valve (HV60) completely.
- Adjust the needle valve (NV14Y) to desired wetness or dryness of foam following the steps below:
- Close needle valve completely in clockwise direction.
- Open needle valve in counter-clockwise direction 2 complete turns.
- Continue to open valve in ¼ turn increments allowing 30 seconds between adjustments until proper consistency of foam is achieved.
After Use Instructions:
- Open drain plug (DP-A) and empty tank.
- Fill tank with clean water.
- Flush the unit with fresh water for 5 minutes.
- Disconnect the air line from the air fitting (AP25) and relieve any remaining pressure in the system by having the ball valve (HV60) in open position.
- Close the ball valve (HV60) after all pressure has been relieved from the system.
- Drain the tank.
Maintenance Instructions:
To keep your portable tank foamer operating properly, periodically perform the following maintenance procedures:
- Check the air pump (P56/P56K/P56V) for wear and leaks.
- Inspect hoses for leaks or excessive wear. Make sure all hose clamps are in good condition and properly secured.
- Replace filter (AFR25) in regulator (R25) as needed.
- Check the suction tube and screen for debris and clean as needed.
- Drain compressor tank on a regular basis to ensure proper operation of pump.
Troubleshooting Instructions
- Check to ensure the discharge hose is uncoiled properly, and that there are no kinks that could obstruct fluid flow.
- Check air regulator bowl (ABR25) for debris such as water, oil, or rust particles. Clean by unthreading the air regulator bowl from the air regulator (R25).
- If needle valve (NV14Y) valve is open too far, the pump (P56/P56K/P56V) will cycle improperly due to lack of air pressure. If this occurs, reset needle valve as described in Operation Instruction #4.
- Make sure proper foaming chemical and concentration is being used.
- If air passes through the pump (P56/P56K/P56V) without cycling, the pump needs to be replaced.
- If foam solution backs up into air regulator bowl (ABR25), the check valve (CV38) needs to be replaced.
- If foam comes out wet, no matter where the needle valve (NV14Y) is positioned, the check valve (CV38) may need to be replaced.
- Check for proper air pressure on air gauge (AG100). Air regulator (R25) is factory set at 50 psi (3.4 bar). Operating range is 40 to 80 psi (3 to 5 bar) with 5 to 10 CFM (141.64 to 283.30 l/min)
- If the unit foams at a reduced pressure:
- Check the air compressor supplying the unit. If the pressure is less than 40 psi (3 bar), turn the foam unit off until the compressor can catch up.
- If the air supply is 50 psi (3.4 bar) or above, check the AG100, which should read near 50 psi (3.4 bar). If the AG100 is more or less than 50 psi (3.4 bar), adjust the pressure by turning the knob on the top of the air regulator (R25).
- If both of the above are okay, the stainless steel mixing mesh (SS-MESH) could be plugged. Remove and clean it by following the instructions below:
- Be sure the foam unit is not plugged into an air supply and be sure to relieve all stored pressure in the unit by having the ball valve (HV60) in the open position.
- Remove the stainless hose barb (HBSS1212) from the tee fitting (SST12HB38).
- Remove the screen and the mixing mesh from inside the tee fitting (SST12HB38).
- Clean any particles from the mixing mesh and the screen.
- Replace the mixing mesh and then the screen into the back of the tee and screw the stainless adaptor back into the tee. It is recommended to use a pipe thread sealant when reinstalling the stainless adaptor back into the tee fitting (SST12HB38). If the mixing mesh has a lot of foreign particles in it, make sure the strainer (STR38-IL) is still in place.
- Check for plugged strainer (STR38-IL). Replace strainer if necessary. Strainer must be used.
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PLATE ASSEMBLY
- ITEM NUMBER (Santoprene pump): PA-PF12
- ITEM NUMBER (Kalrez pump): PA-PF12K
- ITEM NUMBER (Viton pump): PA-PF12V
ITEM NUMBER | DESCRIPTION |
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AG100 | 1.5in DRY MODEL 20 DUAL SCALE GAUGE |
AKSS12-P | SS ANTI-KINK SPRING FOR 1.2 INCH HOSE |
AKSS-HPC | ANTI-KINK STAINLESS STEEL HITCH PIN CLIP |
AP25 | PLUG 1/4 NPTM AIR FITTING – BRASS |
AS1-VS | 1/4-20 X 1/2 PHIL TRUSS MACH SCREW 19-8 W/516 ORANGE VIBRASEAL PATCH |
B8X58 | 8 X 5/8 inch STAINLESS STEEL SHEET METAL SCREW |
BPS-58SO | Back Panel Screw – 5/8 inch with Stand Off |
BPS-SSR | 1/4 INCH PUSHNUT BOLT RETAINER STAINLESS STEEL |
COT | 1/8 X 1 COTTER PIN 18-8 S/S |
CV38 | PVC CHECK VALVE 3/8 BARBS – SS SPRING |
DFP7 | 7 INCH HINDGED CAP INCLUDES LID, FLANGE AND HINGE PIN |
DFP7- C | 7 INCH DRAIN CAP POLYPRO BLACK |
DFP7- F | 7 INCH TANK LID FLANGE POLYPRO |
DFP7- PIN | HINGE PIN FOR DFP7-C & DFP7-C |
DP-A | DRAIN PLUG ASSEMBLY INCLUDES PLUG, GASKET, AND INSERT |
DP | FRONT DRAIN PLUG FOR PORTABLE UNIT POLYPRO |
DP- G | FKM SQUARE CUT DRAIN PLUG GASKET |
DP-INSERT | 304 STAINLESS DRAIN PLUG INSERT |
EC12 | OETIKER CLAMP 21.0-706R |
EC14-2 | OETIKER CLAMP 13.8 |
F12SS | STAINLESS .875 ID FERRULE FOR 1/2 INCH HOSE |
FWAX15 | FLAT AXLE WASHER |
FWP12 | 7/8 ID X 1.5 OD X 0.05 THK SSFW |
FWP14 | C-816 1/2in SS WASHER |
H12B-F | 1/2 INCH BLUE HOSE-HYBRID TPE-Available per ft. |
H14B-F | 1/4 INCH BLUE HOSE-HYBRID TPE-Available per ft. |
H38B-F | 3/8 INCH BLUE HOSE-HYBRID TPE-Available per ft. |
HBSS1212 | STAINLESS HOSE BARB 1/2 X 1/2 |
HBSS1438 | STAINLESS HOSE BARB 1/4 MPT X 3/8 BARB |
HBSSEL1238 | 304 S.S. 1/2in MPT BY 3/8in H.B. ELBOW |
HBSSEL1438 | STAINLESS HOSE BARB ELBOW 1/4 INCH NPT X 3/8 HOSE BARB |
HBSSEL1814 | 304 STAINLESS ELBOW 1/8 INCH NPT X 1/4 INCH HOSE BARB |
HHPB3414 | HEX HEAD POLY REDUCER BUSHING 3/4 X 1/4 |
HV60 | 1/2in STAINLESS BALL VALVE – w/ WELDED NUT |
NV14Y | FLOW CONTROL VALVE – INCLUDES BLACK KNOB |
NV14Y- HNDL | KNOB FOR 2839-1/4 NEEDLE VALVE |
P56 | 5700 SANTO PUMP |
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20756103B | Polypro G57 Air Port x HB Straight, w/ Viton o-ring |
HB14P | 1/4in BRASS HB AIR FITTING /G57/P56 |
HB5638 | HOSE BARB FOR P56 PUMP |
P56-BRKT | PUMP BRACKET- STAINLESS STEEL |
P56-BRKT-SCREW | HI LO SCREW FOR RETAINING P56-BRKT |
PLPF | PORTABLE FOAMER BACK PLATE W/ HINGE AND HOLES |
PLPF-PIN | 302 STAINLESS PORTABLE PLATE HINGE PIN |
PVCV34FM | PVC VALVE 3/4in FPT X 3/4in MPT |
PW10 | 3/4in BLACK POLY PRO X 10in – FPTBE – SCH.80 |
R25 | AIR REGULATOR – SILVER COLOR – 1/4fpt TWO PORT 1/8fpt TWO PORT – INCLUDES |
FILTER AND BOWL
ABR25| METAL AIR BOWL for R25
AFR25| AIR FILTER for R25
S142058-VS| 1/4-20 X 5/8 PHIL TRUSS MACHINE SCREW 18-8 W/#516 VIBRASEAL ORANGE
PATCH
SN1212| 1/2in HEX STAINLESS STEEL NIPPLE
SSA14| SS304 MALE/FEMALE ADAPTER 1/4 NPT X 1/4 NPT
SSAXLE14| 14 ½” long with the 5/8” diameter bar & 2 through holes with
countersinks beveled ends
SSC38| WORM GEAR CLAMP, S/S (.25-.63)
SS-MESH| STAINLESS STEEL MESH WITH SSST FOR REPLACEMENT
SSP12| STAINLESS STEEL AXLE PLATE – 2.5 inch X 1 inch – 2 HOLE
SSST| SCREEN DISC .687 DIA. 10 X 10 MESH @ .020 DIA.
300 SERIES S.S.
SST12HB38| STAINLESS TEE COMBO 1/2in FPT X 3/8 in BARB WITH SSST AND S.S. MESH
ST80100SS| VEEJET NOZZLE, STAINLESS 80100
STR38-IL| IN LINE STRAINER 3/8 BARB 20 MESH 304 STAINLESS EDPM GSKT
TANK-10N| 10 GALLON NATURAL TANK
TW916| 1/2 INT TOOTH L/W 410SS
W15| NONMARKING WHEEL FOR PORTABLE UNITS
References
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