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3.5
Dustcollector safety
a)
The Blastrac dust collector can
only
be used for
dry cleaning.
b)
It should
only
be used for removing
noncombustible/non-explosive dust or substances.
c)
The machine may
not
be used for
pathogenic
or
carcinogenic
or
asbestos substances
without
additional safety measures.
Always mind the local safety requirements.
Contact your dealer for
additional options.
d)
Do not use the machine in the presence of dangerous atmospheres like flammable gasses or dusts.
e)
The machine is designed for usage in conditions according to classification
M.
f)
The dust hose must be undamaged and free of obstructions. It must be connected properly with hose
clamps and industrial tape.
g)
Do not point hose at people or animals.
h)
Never use this machine for sucking water or liquids.
i)
Acids, acetone or solvents can damage the machine.
j)
Never use the machine without the filters in place!
k)
Be sure that rotating valve motor is switched on. This will increase the life-time of the filter cartridges.
l)
Never use the machine without big bags attached.
m)
Regularly check the contents of the bigbag. Always wear a
dust mask of at least class FFP3
when
changing the bigbag. Comply with the local waste treatment regulations considering the removed
material.
n)
Regularly use the air pistol and drain valve to remove water from the air tank.
o)
When temporarily interrupting the work (1/2 hour – 1 hour), turn off the fan unit only. Pulse cleaning of
the filter system will continue and will increase the life-time of the filter cartridges.
p)
During a longer stand still of the dust collector, first switch off the fan unit. Let the pulse cleaning cycle
run for +/-30 minutes. Switch off the compressor and Main-switch. Remove water from the pressure tank.
q)
Always close off the inlet of the dust collector when running the pulse cleaning cycle! Failure to do so
results in blown out dust, which can be hazardous to the health!
r)
Close the sliding cover of the silencer when the machine is turned off. This prevents moisture, dust and
other contaminants to enter the machine.
s)
If dust leaves the filter unit instead of clean air, this is a sign that the filter cartridges are damaged or not
fixed correctly inside the chamber. Do not proceed! Rectify immediately!
t)
When a filter is leaking it has to be replaced. The compartment above the filters and silencer also have to
be cleaned thoroughly.
u)
Compartments that are not dust-tight must be opened with suitable tools and thoroughly cleaned.
v)
Operators should observe all safety regulations appropriate to the materials being handled.
w)
Make sure the machine is parked on a flat and horizontal surface before operation.
x)
The machine must be braked by actuating the levers on the wheels with brakes.
y)
Do not allow the operation of the machine while it is moving, during operation the machine must be
braked.
3.6
Maintenance safety
a)
Pull out the main plug and place it in sight, before starting inspections and repairing on the machine. The
main switch can be locked in the “OFF” position by using a padlock and placing it through the main switch.
b)
Wait for a standstill of all drives before any inspections, adjustments and/or maintenance work is started.
c)
Block the machine in a stable position before doing any maintenance work.
d)
Failures due to inadequate or incorrect maintenance may generate very
high repair costs
and long
standstill periods of the machine.
Regular
maintenance therefore is imperative.
e)
Operational safety and service life of the machine depends, among other things, on proper maintenance.
f)
Prevent premature wear by keeping the machine as dust free as possible. Clean the machine for this
reason regularly with a dust collector and non-aggressive materials. Never use a high pressure water
cleaner to clean the machine.
g)
Do not use any
aggressive
cleaning materials! Use lint-free
cleaning cloths
!
h)
It is advisable to stock all spare parts or wear parts that cannot be supplied quickly. As a rule, production
standstill periods are more expensive than the cost for the corresponding spare part.
i)
Use the air pistol to depressurize the air pressure tank before maintenance.
j)
WARNING! Do not weld, flame cut or perform grinding works on or near the dust collector. Danger of fire
or explosion exists!
k)
To allow the user to carry out maintenance operations, the dust collector must be disassembled, cleaned
and inspected as far as reasonably possible, without causing hazards for the maintenance staff or other
people.
