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Harmsco Hurricane Installation & Operation Manual
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Summary
Product Identification
The HARMSCO® Hurricane® Filters are designed for long filter runs, reduced maintenance, and lower filtration costs. They function as a combination centrifugal separator and cartridge filter or in conventional filtration applications. The system utilizes up-flow cartridge filtration, and replacement cartridges can be cleaned and reused in most applications and micron ratings.
Models available:
- HUR 40 HP
- HUR 90 HP
- HUR 170 HP
Features
- 304 stainless steel filter housings
- Electro-polished for superior finish
- Resistant coatings available
- Fail-safe lids with individual studs for security
- Brass wing-nuts for convenience
- 90˚ elbow and 45˚ sweep on outlet for in-line vertical installation
- CPVC standpipe for up-flow design
- Choice of cartridges available
Operating Limits
- Pressure Rating: Up to 150 psi
- Temperature Rating: Up to 140°F (60°C). Note: This varies based on pressure and time under load.
- pH Range (for cartridges): 3 to 11
Mechanical / Hydraulic
Filter Models & Specifications:
| SPECIFICATION | HUR 40 HP | HUR 90 HP | HUR 170 HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flow rate (GPM) | Up to 50 | Up to 100 | Up to 150 |
| Filter area (pleated) | 40 sq. ft. | 90 sq. ft. | 170 sq. ft. |
| Pipe sizes, inlet & outlet | 2” NPT | 2” NPT | 2” NPT |
| Pipe size, drain | 1” NPT | 1” NPT | 1” NPT |
| Filter height | 21” | 31” | 41” |
| Filter diameter | 13” | 13” | 13” |
| Floor space required | 15”x15” | 15”x15” | 15”x15” |
| Service height clearance | 31” | 51” | 72” |
| Shipping weight (approx.) | 40 lbs. | 51 lbs. | 64 lbs. |
Housing Dimensions:
| Model | A Height | B Width | C Diameter | D Inlet | E Outlet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUR 40 HP | 19 1/2” | 14 5/8” | 13” | 12 3/4” | 3 7/16” |
| HUR 90 HP | 29 7/8” | 14 5/8” | 13” | 17 3/4” | 3 7/16” |
| HUR 170 HP | 40 1/2” | 14 5/8” | 13” | 23 5/8” | 3 7/16” |
Note: Dimensions A, B, C, D, E refer to specific points on a diagram in the official PDF.
Components:
- Rim gasket: EPDM (standard), Buna-N (optional), Viton (optional)
- Retainer nut: PVC
- Top plate: Stainless steel
- Retainer nut insert: PVC
- Lid: Stainless steel with vent
- Standpipe: CPVC (specific models: 316-C for HUR 40 HP, 317-C for HUR 90 HP, 315-C for HUR 170 HP)
- Wing-nut: Brass
- Inner vessel isolator: CPVC
- Screw (for isolator): Stainless steel, 1/4” x 1/2”
Cartridge Specifications & Sizing
Hurricane® filter cartridges are made of Polyester Plus™, a proprietary blend of polyester fibers. They are available in a wide range of micron ratings and can be cleaned and reused. Activated carbon and Poly-Pleat Hurricane® cartridges are also available.
Recommended Sizing by Flow Rate:
| Flow Rate | Recommended Model | Pleated Filter Area |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 50 GPM | HUR 40 HP | 40 sq. ft. |
| Up to 100 GPM | HUR 90 HP | 90 sq. ft. |
| Up to 150 GPM | HUR 170 HP | 170 sq. ft. |
| Up to 300 GPM | HUR 170 HP (two filters*) | 340 sq. ft. (two filters*) |
| Up to 450 GPM | HUR 170 HP (three filters*) | 510 sq. ft. (three filters*) |
| Up to 600 GPM | HUR 170 HP (four filters*) | 680 sq. ft. (four filters*) |
| Up to 750 GPM | HUR 170 HP (five filters*) | 850 sq. ft. (five filters*) |
| *Parallel installation with valves to isolate filters for service while other filters are operational. |
Replacement Cartridge Specifications:
| Filter Model | Cartridge Product Code | Nominal Micron | Cartridge Dimensions (Length) | Cartridge Dimensions (Diameter) | Cartridge Dimensions (Connection) | Ship Wt./Ctn. (One Cartridge) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUR 40 HP | HC/40-0.35 | 0.35 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. |
| HC/40-1 | 1 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HC/40-5 | 5 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HC/40-10 | 10 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HC/40-20 | 20 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HC/40-50 | 50 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HC/40-100 | 100 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HC/40-150 | 150 | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HC/40-EZ-CLEAN | NR* | 9 5/8” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 4 lbs. | |
| HUR 90 HP | HC/90-0.35 | 0.35 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. |
| HC/90-1 | 1 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HC/90-5 | 5 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HC/90-10 | 10 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HC/90-20 | 20 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HC/90-50 | 50 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HC/90-100 | 100 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HC/90-150 | 150 | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HC/90-EZ-CLEAN | NR* | 19 1/2” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 7 lbs. | |
| HUR 170 HP | HC/170-0.35 | 0.35 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. |
| HC/170-1 | 1 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| HC/170-5 | 5 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| HC/170-10 | 10 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| HC/170-20 | 20 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| HC/170-50 | 50 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| HC/170-100 | 100 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| HC/170-150 | 150 | 30 3/4” | 7 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| HC/170-EZ-CLEAN | NR* | 30 3/4” | 30 3/4” | 3” FPT | 10 lbs. | |
| *NR - not rated. |
Cartridge Cleaning Guidelines:
- Clean cartridges when pressure differential is 12 psi above startup differential.
- Replace non-cleanable cartridges when pressure differential is 30 psi above start-up differential or when flow diminishes to an unacceptable level.
- Cleaning is generally not possible for petroleum-base liquids, toxic substances, and one micron and below applications.
- For oils: Soak in a solution of tri-sodium phosphate or similar strong detergent (2 lbs. to 10 gallons of water) for up to 12 hours.
- For organic matter, algae: Use tri-sodium phosphate solution plus 1 pint of liquid chlorine; soak one hour or longer.
- For calcium mineral deposits: Soak for approximately ten minutes in a solution of one part muriatic acid to twenty parts of water. Caution: Do not rinse cartridges with acid until oils and organic matter are removed.
Pressure Drop
The official PDF includes total head loss data developed by NSF International, showing pressure drop with Hurricane® Filters and one micron filter cartridges in clean water. These are presented as graphs plotting Total Head Loss (P.S.I.) against Flow Rate (GPM) for HUR 40 HP, HUR 90 HP, and HUR 170 HP models. See the official PDF for exact tabulated values and graphical representation.
Centrifugal Separation
Liquid enters the filter's outer chamber tangentially, creating a rotational flow and centrifugal force. This force separates dense particles (e.g., sand, rust, grit, metal fines), which drop to the bottom and can be discharged manually, automatically, or continuously. Lighter solids and liquid then rise into an inner chamber for further filtration.
Disclaimer
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Official datasheet (PDF)
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