EP1332277B1 - Method for cleaning a particle filter - Google Patents

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EP1332277B1
EP1332277B1 EP01993748A EP01993748A EP1332277B1 EP 1332277 B1 EP1332277 B1 EP 1332277B1 EP 01993748 A EP01993748 A EP 01993748A EP 01993748 A EP01993748 A EP 01993748A EP 1332277 B1 EP1332277 B1 EP 1332277B1
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F01—MACHINES OR ENGINES IN GENERAL; ENGINE PLANTS IN GENERAL; STEAM ENGINES
    • F01N—GAS-FLOW SILENCERS OR EXHAUST APPARATUS FOR MACHINES OR ENGINES IN GENERAL; GAS-FLOW SILENCERS OR EXHAUST APPARATUS FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES
    • F01N3/00—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust
    • F01N3/02—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust
    • F01N3/021—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters
    • F01N3/023—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters using means for regenerating the filters, e.g. by burning trapped particles
    • F01N3/0233—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters using means for regenerating the filters, e.g. by burning trapped particles periodically cleaning filter by blowing a gas through the filter in a direction opposite to exhaust flow, e.g. exposing filter to engine air intake
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F01—MACHINES OR ENGINES IN GENERAL; ENGINE PLANTS IN GENERAL; STEAM ENGINES
    • F01N—GAS-FLOW SILENCERS OR EXHAUST APPARATUS FOR MACHINES OR ENGINES IN GENERAL; GAS-FLOW SILENCERS OR EXHAUST APPARATUS FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES
    • F01N3/00—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust
    • F01N3/02—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust
    • F01N3/021—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters
    • F01N3/023—Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters using means for regenerating the filters, e.g. by burning trapped particles
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  • the invention relates to a method for cleaning a particulate filter in the exhaust system of an internal combustion engine, in particular a self-igniting internal combustion engine, wherein the particulate filter is a filter housing has, in the exhaust gas flow through the filter material is used, wherein excreted from the exhaust gas on the filter material (Soot) particles and ash adhere and the If necessary, incurred ashes by means of the filter material conductive liquid can be washed out.
  • the filter material Soot
  • the cleaning takes place in such a way that first the filter material by closing the drain for the aqueous solution is completely flooded, then wait until the ash has separated from the filter material and finally by opening the drain the aqueous solution together with the dissolved one Ash is removed from the filter material.
  • the filter material is dried with compressed air.
  • the invention is based on the object, a method for cleaning specify a particulate filter of inorganic residues, that is effective and easy to apply.
  • the filter material alternately subjected to pressure and high flow rate becomes.
  • the ashes and also at least partially the (soot) particles much more effective, namely faster, more complete and gentler for the filter material washed out of this than was previously possible.
  • the ashes originated can be due to chemical reactions originated from stored in the filter material but also within the internal combustion engine through reactions formed by substances contained in the fuel and lubricating oil have been.
  • the filter material with subjected to a two-phase flow of the liquid. The liquid So it is in its liquid phase and its gaseous phase passed through the filter material.
  • the setting the gaseous phase may, for example, be in the form that after heating the liquid to the area of Boiling point, a part of the liquid is removed and, for example in a separate container or container part in its vapor state is transferred.
  • the filter material alternately from a gas and the liquid flows through.
  • Gas water vapor, air or exhaust gas during the cleaning process running internal combustion engine used.
  • gases can be used, but here have the previously specifically mentioned gases because of their availability. Both Variants are therefore easily applicable and the particulate filter In particular, does not need to be removed from the exhaust system become.
  • the tap water Wash-active and especially environmentally friendly substances added. This can be done by creating a corresponding mixture in a corresponding storage container or else by metered Add while passing the tap water through the filter material done.
  • the temperature of Liquid during exposure to the filter material to approx. 60 set to 100 ° C.
  • This is the setting of the temperature in particular as a function of the current temperature in the filter material. For example, is the temperature in the filter material before or at the beginning of the cleaning process higher than 100 ° C, then the liquid at a low temperature (for example 60 ° C) introduced for cooling the filter material.
  • a temperature of less than 100 ° C on the liquid can be introduced in vapor form into the filter material to be condensed within the filter material to produce the favorable for the cleaning process liquid phase.
  • the fluctuations of pressure and Flow rate by pulsation of the gas and / or generated by pulsating introduction of the liquid can For example, by clocked actuated valves in the or the supply lines or by appropriately clocked actuated Pumps or compressors done.
  • the liquid and / or the gas passed in countercurrent to the exhaust stream through the filter material. This is the preferred embodiment, but also an equal directed flow direction is possible.
  • the exhaust gases of the internal combustion engine likewise through the cleaning opening upstream of the particle filter can escape.
  • This training is preferred during a workshop cleaning process in the installed state carried out. It is prevented by this training that Water or ash sludge in the internal combustion engine or up to sensitive sensors in the exhaust system. And that's it conceivable, the exhaust gas in this process as the gaseous substance to use the cleaning combination.
  • the washed ash in a downstream separator for example in a liquid separator excreted from the liquid and collected.
  • the liquid thus stands at least for several wash-outs available while the ashes from the liquid separator is removed and disposed of.
  • the cleaning takes place in Framework of a workshop stay or during normal operation or an operational interruption of the internal combustion engine on site.
  • the single figure shows a particulate filter housing 1, in which the filter material 2 is used.
  • the filter housing 1 is circular cylindrical formed and has annular end pieces 3a, 3b. In these End pieces 3a, 3b open an exhaust gas supply line 4a and an exhaust gas outlet 4b.
  • the exhaust gas supply pipe 4a is suitable connected to the internal combustion engine, while the exhaust gas discharge 4b opens into the environment.
  • the exhaust gas supply line 4a and the exhaust pipe 4b even more muffler and / or cleaning equipment or exhaust bypasses Be used or exhaust short circuits.
  • the filter material 2 are during operation of the internal combustion engine (Soot) particles and ash filtered out of the exhaust. These particles consist mainly of soot and organic Residues. For continuous or discontinuous removal These substances from particulate filters are different methods (so-called regeneration method) available, the time or Operationally performed. For example, the in the filter material 2 deposited particles by burning or chemical processes are at least largely converted to ashes become. Contain the particles emitted by internal combustion engines but also inorganic constituents, mainly oxidation products organometallic lubricating oil and fuel additives as well Wear products. These substances (ashes) are by conventional Procedure not to eliminate. These ashes are washed out of the filter material 2 removed.
  • Soot internal combustion engine
  • the filter material flows through at least with a liquid which alternately with Pressure and high flow rate through the filter material 2 is headed.
  • at least two in the end pieces 3a, 3b further connecting pieces 5a, 5b arranged through which the liquid introduced into the filter housing 1 and discharged again. there the liquid is in countercurrent to the exhaust stream or with the exhaust gas flow through the filter housing 1 passed.
  • a check valve 6 which then closes automatically or manually.
  • the End pieces 3a, 3b can still further connection piece 7a, 7b inserted be through which the liquid in a different phase state is directed.
  • phase state liquid alternately to the in the first phase state liquid through the connecting piece 5a, 5b in and out.
  • the liquid is normal Water to which optionally added washing-active substances be, the temperature of the liquid during the action on the filter material 2 preferably controlled in dependence from the filter temperature is 60 to 100 degrees Celsius.

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The invention relates to a method of cleaning a particle filter ( 1 ) by means use of a fluid, whereby the filter material is alternately treated with pressure and high flow rate. By means of the above using this method, the ash is washed out of the filter material, essentially more effectively; namely, and more completely and more gently for the filter material ( 2 ) than previously possible.

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Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Reinigung eines Partikelfilters im Abgassystem einer Brennkraftmaschine, insbesondere einer selbstzündenden Brennkraftmaschine, wobei das Partikelfilter ein Filtergehäuse aufweist, in das vom Abgas durchströmbares Filtermaterial eingesetzt ist, wobei an dem Filtermaterial aus dem Abgas ausgeschiedene (Ruß)-Partikel und Aschen anhaften und wobei die entstandenen Aschen im Bedarfsfall mittels durch das Filtermaterial leitbare Flüssigkeit auswaschbar sind.The invention relates to a method for cleaning a particulate filter in the exhaust system of an internal combustion engine, in particular a self-igniting internal combustion engine, wherein the particulate filter is a filter housing has, in the exhaust gas flow through the filter material is used, wherein excreted from the exhaust gas on the filter material (Soot) particles and ash adhere and the If necessary, incurred ashes by means of the filter material conductive liquid can be washed out.

Ein derartiges Verfahren ist aus der DE 43 13 132 C2 bekannt. Der in diesem Dokument beschriebene Partikelfilter im Abgassystem eines Dieselmotors wird gereinigt, indem zunächst die in dem Filtermaterial abgesetzten Rußpartikel abgebrannt werden und anschließend das Filtermaterial mit einer Flüssigkeit, die insbesondere ein wässriges Lösungsmittel mit Zusätzen ist, gespült wird. Dabei erfolgt die Spülung im Gegenstrom zu dem Abgasstrom. Hierzu wird die wässrige Lösung entweder von einer Pumpe kontinuierlich gefördert oder aus einem gegenüber dem Partikelfilter geodätisch höher liegenden Flüssigkeitsreservoir entnommen. Die Reinigung erfolgt derart, dass zunächst das Filtermaterial durch Verschließen des Ablaufs für die wässrige Lösung vollständig geflutet wird, dann gewartet wird, bis sich die Asche aus dem Filtermaterial gelöst hat und schließlich durch Öffnen des Abflusses die wässrige Lösung mitsamt der gelösten Asche aus dem Filtermaterial entfernt wird. Abschließend kann das Filtermaterial mit Druckluft getrocknet werden. Such a method is known from DE 43 13 132 C2. The in Particulate filter described in this document in the exhaust system of Diesel engine is cleaned by first placing in the filter material be burned off settled soot particles and then the Filter material with a liquid, in particular an aqueous Solvent with additives is rinsed. The flushing takes place in countercurrent to the exhaust stream. For this purpose, the aqueous Solution either continuously pumped by a pump or off a geodetically higher compared to the particle filter liquid reservoir taken. The cleaning takes place in such a way that first the filter material by closing the drain for the aqueous solution is completely flooded, then wait until the ash has separated from the filter material and finally by opening the drain the aqueous solution together with the dissolved one Ash is removed from the filter material. In conclusion, can the filter material is dried with compressed air.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, ein Verfahren zur Reinigung eines Partikelfilters von anorganischen Reststoffen anzugeben, das effektiv und einfach anwendbar ist.The invention is based on the object, a method for cleaning specify a particulate filter of inorganic residues, that is effective and easy to apply.

Diese Aufgabe wird dadurch gelöst, dass das Filtermaterial abwechselnd mit Druck und hoher Strömungsgeschwindigkeit beaufschlagt wird. Durch dieses Verfahren werden die Aschen und auch zumindest teilweise die (Ruß)-Partikel wesentlich effektiver, nämlich schneller, vollständiger und schonender für das Filtermaterial aus diesem ausgewaschen als dies bisher möglich war. Hierbei ist es für das erfindungsgemäße Verfahren unerheblich, wie und wo die Aschen entstanden sind. Selbstverständlich können diese durch chemische Reaktionen von in dem Filtermaterial eingelagerten Stoffen entstanden sein, aber ebenso innerhalb der Brennkraftmaschine durch Reaktionen von im Brennstoff und im Schmieröl enthaltenen Stoffen gebildet worden sein. In einer ersten Variante wird das Filtermaterial mit einer Zweiphasenströmung der Flüssigkeit beaufschlagt. Die Flüssigkeit wird also in ihrer flüssigen Phase und ihrer gasförmigen Phase durch das Filtermaterial geleitet. Da - wie später ausgeführt wird - die Flüssigkeit ohnehin vorteilhaft bis in den Bereich des Siedepunktes erhitzt wird, stellt die Einstellung der gasförmigen und der flüssigen Phase der Flüssigkeit keinen erheblichen Aufwand dar. Die Einstellung der gasförmigen Phase kann beispielsweise in der Form geschehen, dass nach der Erhitzung der Flüssigkeit bis in den Bereich des Siedepunktes ein Teil der Flüssigkeit entnommen wird und beispielsweise in einem separaten Behälter oder Behälterteil in dessen dampfförmigen Zustand überführt wird. In einer zweiten Variante wird das Filtermaterial alternierend von einem Gas und der Flüssigkeit durchströmt. Hierbei wird in weiterer Ausgestaltung vorteilhaft als Gas Wasserdampf, Luft oder Abgas der beim Reinigungsvorgang laufenden Brennkraftmaschine genutzt. Selbstverständlich sind hier auch andere Gase verwendbar, hier haben sich aber die zuvor konkret genannten Gase wegen ihrer Verfügbarkeit bewährt. Beide Varianten sind folglich einfach anwendbar und der Partikelfilter braucht insbesondere nicht aus dem Abgasstrang ausgebaut zu werden.This object is achieved in that the filter material alternately subjected to pressure and high flow rate becomes. Through this process, the ashes and also at least partially the (soot) particles much more effective, namely faster, more complete and gentler for the filter material washed out of this than was previously possible. Here it is for the invention It does not matter how and where the ashes originated are. Of course, these can be due to chemical reactions originated from stored in the filter material but also within the internal combustion engine through reactions formed by substances contained in the fuel and lubricating oil have been. In a first variant, the filter material with subjected to a two-phase flow of the liquid. The liquid So it is in its liquid phase and its gaseous phase passed through the filter material. Since - as will be explained later - the Liquid anyway advantageous up in the range of the boiling point is heated, adjusts the setting of the gaseous and the liquid Phase of the liquid is not a significant effort. The setting the gaseous phase may, for example, be in the form that after heating the liquid to the area of Boiling point, a part of the liquid is removed and, for example in a separate container or container part in its vapor state is transferred. In a second variant is the filter material alternately from a gas and the liquid flows through. This is advantageous in another embodiment Gas water vapor, air or exhaust gas during the cleaning process running internal combustion engine used. Of course, here are Other gases can be used, but here have the previously specifically mentioned gases because of their availability. Both Variants are therefore easily applicable and the particulate filter In particular, does not need to be removed from the exhaust system become.

In Weiterbildung der Erfindung wird als Flüssigkeit Leitungswasser benutzt. Soweit es erforderlich ist, werden dem Leitungswasser waschaktive und insbesondere umweltverträgliche Substanzen zugegeben. Dies kann durch Erzeugung einer entsprechenden Mischung in einem entsprechenden Vorratsbehälter oder aber auch durch dosierte Zugabe während des Durchleitens des Leitungswassers durch das Filtermaterial erfolgen.In a further development of the invention is as a liquid tap water used. As far as it is necessary, the tap water Wash-active and especially environmentally friendly substances added. This can be done by creating a corresponding mixture in a corresponding storage container or else by metered Add while passing the tap water through the filter material done.

In weiterer Ausgestaltung der Erfindung wird die Temperatur der Flüssigkeit während der Einwirkung auf das Filtermaterial auf ca. 60 bis 100°C eingestellt. Hierbei erfolgt die Einstellung der Temperatur insbesondere in Abhängigkeit der aktuellen Temperatur in dem Filtermaterial. Ist beispielsweise die Temperatur in dem Filtermaterial vor bzw. zu Beginn des Reinigungsvorgangs höher als 100°C, so wird die Flüssigkeit mit einer geringen Temperatur (beispielsweise 60°C) zur Kühlung des Filtermaterials eingebracht. Weist das Filtermaterial zu Beginn des Reinigungsvorgangs eine Temperatur von unter 100°C auf, kann die Flüssigkeit dampfförmig in das Filtermaterial eingebracht werden, um durch Kondensation innerhalb des Filtermaterials die für den Reinigungsvorgang günstige flüssige Phase zu erzeugen.In a further embodiment of the invention, the temperature of Liquid during exposure to the filter material to approx. 60 set to 100 ° C. This is the setting of the temperature in particular as a function of the current temperature in the filter material. For example, is the temperature in the filter material before or at the beginning of the cleaning process higher than 100 ° C, then the liquid at a low temperature (for example 60 ° C) introduced for cooling the filter material. Indicates the filter material At the beginning of the cleaning process, a temperature of less than 100 ° C on, the liquid can be introduced in vapor form into the filter material to be condensed within the filter material to produce the favorable for the cleaning process liquid phase.

In Weiterbildung der Erfindung werden die Schwankungen von Druckund Strömungsgeschwindigkeit durch Pulsation des Gases und/oder durch pulsierende Einbringung der Flüssigkeit erzeugt. Dies kann beispielsweise durch getaktet betätigte Ventile in der bzw. den Zuführungsleitungen oder aber durch entsprechend getaktet betätigte Pumpen oder Verdichter erfolgen. In development of the invention, the fluctuations of pressure and Flow rate by pulsation of the gas and / or generated by pulsating introduction of the liquid. This can For example, by clocked actuated valves in the or the supply lines or by appropriately clocked actuated Pumps or compressors done.

In Weiterbildung der Erfindung wird die Flüssigkeit und/oder das Gas in Gegenstrom zu dem Abgasstrom durch das Filtermaterial geleitet. Dies ist die bevorzugte Ausführungsform, wobei aber auch eine gleich gerichtete Strömungsrichtung möglich ist.In a further development of the invention, the liquid and / or the gas passed in countercurrent to the exhaust stream through the filter material. This is the preferred embodiment, but also an equal directed flow direction is possible.

In weiterer Ausgestaltung der Erfindung können die rückgespülten (Ruß)-Partikel zusammen mit den Reinigungsstoffen durch eine dem Partikelfilter vorgeschaltete Reinigungsöffnung austreten. Dabei ist in weiterer Ausgestaltung die Brennkraftmaschine während dieses Reinigungsvorgangs in Betrieb, wobei die Abgase der Brennkraftmaschine ebenfalls durch die dem Partikelfilter vorgeschaltete Reinigungsöffnung ausströmen können. Diese Ausbildung wird bevorzugt während eines Werkstatt-Reinigungsverfahrens im eingebauten Zustand durchgeführt. Dabei wird durch diese Ausbildung verhindert, dass Wasser oder Ascheschlamm in die Brennkraftmaschine oder bis zu empfindlichen Sensoren im Abgassystem gerät. Dabei ist es auch denkbar, das Abgas bei diesem Prozess als den gasförmigen Stoff der Reinigungskombination zu verwenden.In a further embodiment of the invention, the backwashed (Soot) particles together with the cleaning agents by a the Particle filter emerge upstream cleaning opening emerge. It is in further embodiment of the internal combustion engine during this cleaning process in operation, the exhaust gases of the internal combustion engine likewise through the cleaning opening upstream of the particle filter can escape. This training is preferred during a workshop cleaning process in the installed state carried out. It is prevented by this training that Water or ash sludge in the internal combustion engine or up to sensitive sensors in the exhaust system. And that's it conceivable, the exhaust gas in this process as the gaseous substance to use the cleaning combination.

In Weiterbildung der Erfindung wird die ausgewaschene Asche in einem nachgeschalteten Abscheider, beispielsweise in einem Flüssigkeitsabscheider aus der Flüssigkeit ausgeschieden und gesammelt. Die Flüssigkeit steht somit zumindest für mehrere Auswaschvorgänge zur Verfügung, während die Asche aus dem Flüssigkeitsabscheider entfernt und entsorgt wird.In a further development of the invention, the washed ash in a downstream separator, for example in a liquid separator excreted from the liquid and collected. The liquid thus stands at least for several wash-outs available while the ashes from the liquid separator is removed and disposed of.

Je nach Einsatz der Brennkraftmaschine und der Größe des Partikelfilters bzw. der Reinigungseinrichtung erfolgt die Reinigung im Rahmen eines Werkstattaufenthaltes oder bei normalem Betrieb oder einer Betriebsunterbrechung der Brennkraftmaschine vor Ort.Depending on the use of the internal combustion engine and the size of the particulate filter or the cleaning device, the cleaning takes place in Framework of a workshop stay or during normal operation or an operational interruption of the internal combustion engine on site.

Weitere vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung sind der Zeichnungsbeschreibung zu entnehmen, in der ein in Figur dargestelltes Beispiel näher beschrieben ist. Further advantageous embodiments of the invention are the drawing description to take in the one shown in FIG Example is described in more detail.

Die einzige Figur zeigt ein Partikelfiltergehäuse 1, in das das Filtermaterial 2 eingesetzt ist. Das Filtergehäuse 1 ist kreiszylinderförmig ausgebildet und weist kreisringförmige Endstücke 3a, 3b auf. In diese Endstücke 3a, 3b münden eine Abgaszufuhrleitung 4a und eine Abgasableitung 4b. Die Abgaszufuhrleitung 4a ist in geeigneter Weise mit der Brennkraftmaschine verbunden, während die Abgasableitung 4b in die Umgebung mündet. Selbstverständlich können in die Abgaszufuhrleitung 4a und die Abgasleitung 4b noch weitere Schalldämpfer und/oder Reinigungseinrichtungen oder Abgasumleitungen bzw. Abgaskurzschlussleitungen eingesetzt sein.The single figure shows a particulate filter housing 1, in which the filter material 2 is used. The filter housing 1 is circular cylindrical formed and has annular end pieces 3a, 3b. In these End pieces 3a, 3b open an exhaust gas supply line 4a and an exhaust gas outlet 4b. The exhaust gas supply pipe 4a is suitable connected to the internal combustion engine, while the exhaust gas discharge 4b opens into the environment. Of course, in the exhaust gas supply line 4a and the exhaust pipe 4b even more muffler and / or cleaning equipment or exhaust bypasses Be used or exhaust short circuits.

In dem Filtermaterial 2 werden während des Betriebs der Brennkraftmaschine (Ruß)-Partikel und Aschen aus dem Abgas ausgefiltert. Diese Partikel bestehen zum größten Teil aus Ruß und organischen Reststoffen. Für die kontinuierliche oder diskontinuierliche Beseitigung dieser Stoffe aus Partikelfiltern stehen verschiedenen Verfahren (sogenannte Regenerationsverfahren) zur Verfügung, die zeit- oder betriebsabhängig durchgeführt werden. Beispielsweise können die in dem Filtermaterial 2 angelagerten Partikel durch Verbrennen oder chemische Verfahren zumindest weitgehend in Aschen umgewandelt werden. Die von Brennkraftmaschinen emittierten Partikel enthalten jedoch auch anorganische Bestandteile, hauptsächlich Oxidationsprodukte metallorganischer Schmieröl- und Kraftstoffadditive sowie Verschleißprodukte. Diese Stoffe (Aschen) sind durch konventionelle Verfahren nicht zu beseitigen. Diese Aschen werden durch Auswaschen des Filtermaterials 2 entfernt. Hierzu wird das Filtermaterial zumindest mit einer Flüssigkeit durchströmt, die abwechselnd mit Druck und hoher Strömungsgeschwindigkeit durch das Filtermaterial 2 geleitet wird. Hierzu sind in die Endstücke 3a, 3b zumindest zwei weitere Anschlussstutzen 5a, 5b angeordnet, durch die die Flüssigkeit in das Filtergehäuse 1 eingeleitet und wieder abgeleitet wird. Dabei wird die Flüssigkeit im Gegenstrom zu dem Abgasstrom oder mit dem Abgasstrom durch das Filtergehäuse 1 geleitet. In ersten Fall kann in die Abgaszufuhrleitung 4a eine Rückschlagklappe 6 eingesetzt sein, die dann automatisch oder manuell betätigt schließt. In die Endstücke 3a, 3b können noch weitere Anschlussstutzen 7a, 7b eingelassen sein, durch die die Flüssigkeit in einem anderen Phasenzustand geleitet wird. Es ist aber auch vorgesehen, die in einem anderen Phasenzustand befindliche Flüssigkeit abwechselnd zu der in dem ersten Phasenzustand befindlichen Flüssigkeit durch die Anschlussstutzen 5a, 5b ein- und abzuleiten. Die Flüssigkeit ist normalerweise Wasser, dem gegebenenfalls waschaktive Substanzen zugefügt werden, wobei die Temperatur der Flüssigkeit während der Einwirkung auf das Filtermaterial 2 vorzugsweise gesteuert in Abhängigkeit von der Filtertemperatur bei 60 bis 100 Grad Celsius liegt.In the filter material 2 are during operation of the internal combustion engine (Soot) particles and ash filtered out of the exhaust. These particles consist mainly of soot and organic Residues. For continuous or discontinuous removal These substances from particulate filters are different methods (so-called regeneration method) available, the time or Operationally performed. For example, the in the filter material 2 deposited particles by burning or chemical processes are at least largely converted to ashes become. Contain the particles emitted by internal combustion engines but also inorganic constituents, mainly oxidation products organometallic lubricating oil and fuel additives as well Wear products. These substances (ashes) are by conventional Procedure not to eliminate. These ashes are washed out of the filter material 2 removed. This is the filter material flows through at least with a liquid which alternately with Pressure and high flow rate through the filter material 2 is headed. For this purpose, at least two in the end pieces 3a, 3b further connecting pieces 5a, 5b arranged through which the liquid introduced into the filter housing 1 and discharged again. there the liquid is in countercurrent to the exhaust stream or with the exhaust gas flow through the filter housing 1 passed. In the first case can be inserted into the exhaust gas supply line 4a a check valve 6 which then closes automatically or manually. In the End pieces 3a, 3b can still further connection piece 7a, 7b inserted be through which the liquid in a different phase state is directed. But it is also envisaged that in another Phase state liquid alternately to the in the first phase state liquid through the connecting piece 5a, 5b in and out. The liquid is normal Water to which optionally added washing-active substances be, the temperature of the liquid during the action on the filter material 2 preferably controlled in dependence from the filter temperature is 60 to 100 degrees Celsius.

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  1. Method for cleaning a particulate filter in the exhaust system of an internal combustion engine, in particular a compression-ignition internal combustion engine, the particulate filter having a filter housing, into which filter material through which the exhaust gas can flow is inserted, (carbon) particulates and ash which have been separated out of the exhaust gas adhering to the filter material, and it being possible for the ash to be washed out if necessary by means of liquid that can be passed through the filter material, characterized in that the filter material (2) is acted on alternately by a two-phase flow of the liquid under pressure and at a high flow velocity.
  2. Method for cleaning a particulate filter in the exhaust system of an internal combustion engine, in particular a compression-ignition internal combustion engine, the particulate filter having a filter housing, into which filter material through which the exhaust gas can flow is inserted, (carbon) particulates and ash which have been separated out of the exhaust gas adhering to the filter material, and it being possible for the ash to be washed out if necessary by means of liquid that can be passed through the filter material, characterized in that the filter material (2) is acted on by an alternating flow through it of a gas and the liquid under pressure and at a high flow velocity.
  3. Method according to Claim 2, characterized in that the gas used is steam, air or the exhaust gas from the internal combustion engine, which is still running during the cleaning operation.
  4. Method according one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the liquid used is tap water.
  5. Method according to Claim 4, characterized in that substances with a washing activity are added to the tap water.
  6. Method according to Claim 4 or 5, characterized in that the temperature of the liquid while it acts on the filter material (2) is from 60 to 100°C.
  7. Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fluctuations in pressure and flow velocity are generated by pulsing the gas stream and/or by pulsed introduction of the liquid.
  8. Method according to Claim 6, characterized in that the temperature of the liquid can be set in particular as a function of the temperature in the filter material (2).
  9. Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the liquid and/or the gas is passed through the filter material (2) in countercurrent to the exhaust-gas stream.
  10. Method according to Claim 9, characterized in that the back-flushed (carbon) particulates can escape together with the cleaning substances through a cleaning opening connected upstream of the particulate filter.
  11. Method according to Claim 10, characterized in that the internal combustion engine is in operation during the cleaning operation, with the exhaust gases from the internal combustion engine likewise flowing out through the cleaning opening connected upstream of the particulate filter.
  12. Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the expelled ash is separated out of the liquid in a downstream separator and collected.
  13. Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the cleaning is carried out as part of maintenance work in a workshop.
  14. Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the cleaning takes place during normal use of the internal combustion engine under normal operation or when operation is interrupted.
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