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Inspection on Arrival
1. Inspect unit on delivery.
2. Report any damage to the delivery carrier.
3. Request a written inspection report from the Claims
Inspector to substantiate any damage claim.
4. File claims with the delivery carrier.
5. Compare unit received with description of product
ordered.
6. Report incomplete shipments to the delivery carrier
and your Donaldson Torit representative.
7. Remove crates and shipping straps. Remove loose
components and accessory packages before lifting
unit from truck.
8. Check for hardware that may have loosened during
shipping.
9. Use caution removing temporary covers.
Installation Codes and Procedures
Codes may regulate recirculating
filtered air in your facility.
Consult with the appropriate authorities
having jurisdiction to ensure compliance
with all national and local codes regarding
recirculating filtered air.
Safe and efficient operation of the unit depends on
proper installation.
Authorities with jurisdiction should be consulted
before installing to verify local codes and installation
procedures. In the absence of such codes, install unit
according to the National Electric Code, NFPA No.
70-latest edition and NFPA 91 (NFPA 654 if combustible
dust is present).
A qualified installation and service agent must complete
installation and service of this equipment.
All shipping materials, including shipping covers, must be
removed from the unit prior to, or during unit installation.
Failure to remove shipping
materials from the unit will
compromise unit performance.
Inspect unit to ensure all hardware is properly installed
and tight prior to operating collector.
Installation
Site suitability must account
for wind, seismic zone, and
other live-load conditions when selecting the
location for all units.
Codes may regulate acceptable locations for
installing dust collectors. Consult with the
appropriate authorities having jurisdiction to
ensure compliance with all national and local
codes regarding dust collector installation.
Site Selection, Grade-Mounted Units
1. The unit can be located on a reinforced concrete
foundation or rooftop.
2. Provide clearance from heat sources and
interference with utilities when selecting the location
for suspended units.
3. Portable units require no special installation
accommodations.
When outdoor locations are selected, always mount
motors with drain holes pointed down for proper
drainage of moisture.
Unit Location
Donaldson Torit equipment is not
designed to support site-installed
ducts, interconnecting piping, or electrical
services. All ducts, piping, or electrical
services supplied by others must be adequately
supported to prevent severe personal injury
and/or property damage.
When hazardous conditions or materials are
present, consult with local authorities for the
proper location of the collector.
Foundation must be capable of supporting the entire
weight of the unit, plus the weight of the collected
material, piping, and ductwork.
Prepare the foundation in the selected location. Install
anchor bolts to extend a minimum of 1 3/4-inches above
foundation.
Locate the collector to ensure easy access to
electrical and compressed-air connections and routine
maintenance.
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