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Version 1 Oct 2009

Extractor Overview

The AD range provides extraction and filtration of the fume generated by laser
marking, cutting, etching or engraving. The units are of robust design and feature
ease of use with minimal maintenance. The main components are shown in Fig. 5.

Fig. 5

Unit / Filter Condition Display – Auto Flow Control

On / Off Switch

Power Cable

Signal / Interface Cable to Laser

Filter Housing Cam Latch

Door Hinge

Hose Inlet Connection

Extracted Air Outlet

Motor Cooling In/Out

Summary of Contents for AD ORACLE

Page 1: ...1 Version 1 Oct 2009 AD ORACLE FUME EXTRACTION UNIT OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 2: ...ure signal 9 Remote stop start 9 Remote Stop Start Over Ride 9 Compressor 10 Electrical supply connection 10 General Safety Requirements 10 OPERATION 11 Manual operation 11 Gas Filter Change LED VOC monitoring 12 Closed Loop Auto Flow Control 12 Setting the Airflow 12 MAINTENANCE 13 Maintenance UK 13 Maintenance General 13 Cleaning Unit 13 Replacing Filters 13 Filter replacement indication 14 Pre ...

Page 3: ...es and regulations for work on live components are always observed Important To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury 1 Always isolate the system from the mains power supply before removing the pump motor panel 2 Use only as described in the manual 3 Connect to a properly grounded outlet Dangers to eyes breathing and skin Once used the filters in the AD range of extraction units contain...

Page 4: ...d Information Labels Label Symbol Position Pump motor across panel inside door central Pump motor access panel Inside door top corner Rear of unit above louvers Side of unit next to cables Pump motor across panel inside door central ...

Page 5: ... units are suitable for extracting the fume from laser marking applications capturing it in the multistage filter system and returning the associated clean air back into the workplace Fume Capture Methods The fume is normally captured by one of three methods a flexible arm and nozzle close to the marking point an enclosure around the marking area or from the cabinet the laser is housed in Arm and ...

Page 6: ...ttles Fig 2 Fig 3 Enclosures Extraction can be attached to an enclosure around the marking zone provided the extraction point is situated within 50 75mm of the marking point See fig 3 Cabinets See fig 4 Cabinets normally have a 75 or 100mm spigot for fume extraction For best performance use the same diameter hose as the spigot and reduce at extractor if necessary Keep the hose run as short as poss...

Page 7: ...ving The units are of robust design and feature ease of use with minimal maintenance The main components are shown in Fig 5 Fig 5 1 Unit Filter Condition Display Auto Flow Control 2 On Off Switch 3 Power Cable 4 Signal Interface Cable to Laser 5 Filter Housing Cam Latch 6 Door Hinge 7 Hose Inlet Connection 8 Extracted Air Outlet 9 Motor Cooling In Out ...

Page 8: ...x for product weight details 2 Ensure that a 0 5m space is available around any louvered areas of the unit to ensure adequate air flow Lock the two braked castors if fitted Caution Do not block or cover the cooling vents on the unit as this severely restricts airflow and may cause damage to the unit This may be located on the base of the unit Caution Under no circumstances should the exhaust outle...

Page 9: ... unit is running This will change to an open circuit on filter blockage or system failure This feature should only be used on control voltage circuits The signal can be connected to the laser or alternatively to operate a beacon siren or warning device Open circuit condition of this circuit will not directly stop the extractor motor Remote stop start If this facility is installed it enables the ex...

Page 10: ...hat the mains input at the isolated supply is the same as the voltage Supply detail on the Serial Number label 115 230v 50 60Hz before plugging the extractor unit in General Safety Requirements The mains socket outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible Caution Do not block or cover the cooling vents on the unit as this severely restricts airflow and may cause damage to...

Page 11: ...cate the following conditions LED S SHOWING INDICATES Green Only Unit is running Filters are usable Green Amber Pre or Combined Filter 75 blocked Green Amber Red Pre or Combined Filter Blocked and in need of replacing Green Amber Red flashing Fault with extractor This condition may occur for a few seconds on start up Red Alarm Light Only used with optional extra Gas Filter Change LED Filter change...

Page 12: ...n performance The extractor must be fully installed with all pipe work connected before setting the airflow Setting the Airflow To set the airflow on your extractor hold down the Up and Down arrows on the front panel for 5 seconds See fig 8 The green LED will now start to flash indicating that the machine is now in set mode You can now increase or decrease the flow by holding down either the up or...

Page 13: ...damage to the extractor unit and will invalidate the manufacturer s warranty Cleaning Unit The powder coated finish can be cleaned with a damp cloth and non aggressive detergent Do not use an abrasive cleaning product as this will damage the finish Stainless steel units should be cleaned with a proprietary stainless steel cleaner following the manufacturer s instructions The cooling inlets and out...

Page 14: ...sorb moisture from the atmosphere This is why these filters should be changed every twelve months regardless Pre filter replacement The pre filter needs changing when the filter change signal is alarmed and or the green amber and red LED s on the unit are illuminated if option fitted 1 Isolate the electrical supply to the extractor 2 Undo the two catches on the front of the unit and open the door ...

Page 15: ...xtractor 2 Undo the two catches on the front of the unit and open door 3 The combined filter is the higher of the two filters see Fig 11 4 Rotate the handle below the combined filter through 180 which lowers the filter 5 Using the handle on the front of the filter pull it out of the unit being careful to support it as it comes free as it is heavy 6 Place a new combined filter into the runners and ...

Page 16: ...ded Disposal of the used filters depends on the material deposited on them See the following table Deposit EWC listing Comment Non Hazardous 15 02 03 Can be disposed of as non hazardous waste Hazardous 15 02 02 M The type of Hazard needs to be identified and the associated risks defined The thresholds for these risks can then be compared with the amount of material in the filters to see if they fa...

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Page 18: ...r Centrifugal Fan Output 1 1kw Electrical supply 115 230v 1ph 50Hz 60Hz FLC 12 5A Noise level Below 60dB A At Normal operating speed Filters Pre filter Surface area 12 0 m Efficiency F8 85 0 8µ Combined HEPA filter Efficiency H13 99 997 0 3µ Surface Area 3 0m2 Gas filter Activated Carbon 15kg Environmental Operating Range Temperature 5 C to 40 C Humidity Max 80 RH up to 31 C To Max 50 RH at 40 C ...

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