T9532-A2-MMC-010_0_0 HEAT EXCH 0510.PDF

This is a technical manual for Accu-Therm plate heat exchangers manufactured by Mueller for the USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1) class vessels. The manual provides comprehensive instructions for installation, operation, and maintenance of high-temperature plate heat exchangers. Key details include specifications for multiple heat exchanger models with plate dimensions ranging from AT4 to AT180, featuring various plate materials such as 304 stainless steel, 316 stainless steel, titanium, and Hastelloy C-276. The manual covers critical aspects like plate design, gasket materials, frame types, connection configurations, and troubleshooting procedures for different operational scenarios.

The document details technical specifications including typical surface areas from 15-50 ft², maximum flow rates from 50-6,600 GPM, and operating pressures typically between 75-300 psig. It provides extensive guidance on installation procedures, maintenance protocols, cleaning instructions, and potential failure modes. The manual emphasizes proper handling of gaskets, adhesives, and connection types, with specific instructions for different frame designs (C, B, F frames) and connection types like clamp-type ferrule, rubber boot, and ANSI lap joint configurations. The technical manual is dated April 1, 1998, with a revision on May 1, 2000, and is published by the Military Sealift Command with a distribution statement allowing public release.