Gardner Denver Industrial Series, Parts List Operating And Service Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety is everybody
’s business and is based on your use of good common sense. All situations or circumstances
cannot always be predicted and covered by established rules. Therefore, use your past experience, watch out for
safety hazards and be cautious. Some general safety precautions are given below:
Failure to observe these notices could result in injury to or death of personnel.
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Keep fingers and clothing away from blower inlet and discharge ports, revolving belts,
sheaves, drive coupling, etc.
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Do not use the air discharge from this unit for breathing – not suitable for human
consumption.
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Do not loosen or remove the oil filler plug, drain plugs, covers, or break any
connections, etc., in the blower air or oil system until the unit is shut down and the air
pressure has been relieved.
·
Electrical shock can and may be fatal.
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Blower unit must be grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code. A
ground jumper equal to the size of the equipment ground conductor must be used to
connect the blower motor base to the unit base.
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Open main disconnect switch, tag and lockout before working on the control.
·
Disconnect the blower from its power source, tag and lockout before working on the
unit – this machine is automatically controlled and may start at any time.
Failure to observe these notices could result in damage to equipment.
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Stop the unit if any repairs or adjustments on or around the blower are required.
·
Disconnect the blower from its power source, tag and lockout before working on the
unit – this machine is automatically controlled and may start at any time.
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Do not exceed the rated maximum speed values shown on the nameplate.
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Do not operate unit if safety devices are not operating properly. Check periodically.
Never bypass safety devices.
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Ensure proper rotation of blower prior to start-up. Failure to do so may result in
damage to the blower.