Fume Arms
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8 INSTALLATION
The MAXAIR fume arm is designed to remove dust and smoke from the air resulting from a
manufacturing process. Each MAXAIR fume arm is built as per the criteria and information supplied
by the customer for a specific application and should not serve any other application without the
approval of AQC inc.
WARNING!
Installation of equipment must be performed as per local
building laws and regulations. Structure must meet proper
weight support of arm and equipment.
Wall support must be securely bolted
to the wall, see page 15.
8.1 Inspection of goods
The MAXAIR fume arm is shipped assembled except for the spring assembly (when needed).
Proceed with a visual inspection upon receiving the material and check for any apparent damage
that may have happened during freight. Generally, shipment includes the fume arm and support
bracket (in arm box and if ordered). Other optional components such exhaust fans and extension
booms may be included with shipment.
Inspect box or crate appearance when receiving the goods. Report damages to carrier immediately.
Failure to do so will void future claims.
Note :
Because of sizes and dimensions, optional oversized hoods may be shipped not attached to
hood joint assembly. Minimal field assembly will be required.
8.2 Location
1.
The area where the fume arm will be installed should be able to sustain the weight of such
along with the accessories, ducting, fan or any optional equipment.
2.
Installer should ensure area around the fume arm will be free of obstacles such as beams,
lighting fixtures, overhead cranes, etc.
3.
Height of installation for fume arm bracket (hanging version) should be as shown in chart
below.
4.
For safety measures, a minimum two (2) man crew should be appointed for the installation.
5 .
Fume arm may also be duct mounted. If so, ducting must be able to support weight of arm
combined with push and pull effects of moving the arm for source capture postion.
6.
The MAXAIR fume arm may also be used with optional AQC equipment such as extension
swing booms, sliding rail with trolley, portable filtration units, etc. Refer to appropriate
manual for installation.
