Installation, Operation and Maintenance manual
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DFPRE Large Dust Collectors
Overload protection
All feeder circuits should be adequately protected with suitably-rated fuses and
contactors with integral overload protection.
Installation check list
Where applicable, ensure that the collector is securely bolted to the floor.
Ensure compressed air supply is free from leaks, installed correctly and
according to the compressed air specifications, Table 2 and 3.
Ensure electrical supply is installed correctly and complies to local legislation.
Ensure all the electrical components are complying with the zone where they
are installed.
COMMISSIONING
It is a requirement of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 to
provide adequate isolation and emergency stop facilities. Due to the varied
nature of site installations this cannot be provided by Donaldson but instead
is the responsibility of the customer.
Before putting the dust collector into service the following items should be checked.
Similar checks, as appropriate, should be made after any major overhaul.
Commissioning check list
Where applicable, ensure that the collector is securely bolted to the floor.
Ensure dust disposal system is correctly installed.
Ensure all ducting is complete, all detachable panels are in position and fixed
guards are secure.
When new filter elements are installed it is necessary to reduce the airflow
through the filter media by partially closing the slide gate. You can do this by
fully closing the slide gate and secure position by tightening wingnut (STAGE 1).
STAGE 1
STAGE 2
STAGE 3
Figure 12: Slide gate
