HAWS AG
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Bachweg 3
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CH-3401 Burgdorf
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Switzerland
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www.haws.ch
HAWS Corporation
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P.O.Box 2070
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1455 Kleppe Lane
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Sparks,Nevada 89431/USA
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www.hawsco.com
HAWS DRINKING FAUCET COMPANY
FITTINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2080059
7500EB
Jeannine Ruf
03.12.2012
2/4
No.
Model
7500EB
Portable Eye Wash with Heater
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
:Two 1/4" diameter anchors suitable for supporting filled eyewash
(approximately 140 pounds (63,5kg)) and tools needed to install these anchors.
LOCATION OF UNIT
: The Model 7500EB should be placed in close proximity to potential
accident areas . It should be clearly identified , free from obstructions and easily accessible .
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
: The Model 7500EB requires a 230V/50Hz, three-prong outlet
PROTECTED BY GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER. It is provided with a heavy-duty 6 foot
(1,8 m) power cord.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Step 1: Wall mount with "J" Bracket (see Installation Drawing).Eyewash nozzles should be
between 838 mm (33 inches) and 1143 mm (45 inches) above the floor when eyewash
arm is in the active (lowered) position.
IMPORTANT:
Filled eyewash unit is heavy (approximately 140 pounds (63,5kg)).Wall bracket
anchors or shelf must be strong enough to support the filled eyewash and the weight of a worker
leaning on eyewash.
Step 2: Fill up to fill line and place on level surface if possible.If installed as indicated,eyewash
unit will provide 15 minute duration of flow.
CAUTION - MAKE SURE EYEWASH UNIT IS FILLED WITH FLUSHING FLUID (UP TO
FILL LINE) BEFORE CONNECTING HEATER TO POWER SOURCE.
Step 3: Connect heater to power source (see Electrical connections above)
Step 4: Take proper precautions to help prevent the growth of potentially harmful bacteria in
eyewash tank.(Refer to Maintenance Instruction).
Step 5: To remove insulated jacket: Pull eyewash flap completely open. Work jacket off
bottom of tank first, then off top of tank. To replace jacket, hook jacket over top of
tank first then work jacket over tank bottom from back to front
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Self-adjusting flow controls assure a constant even flow of 15l/min.(4gpm) for 15minutes . Instruct all
employees in the use of this Portable Emergency Eyewash . Personnel should be assignedto check
eyewash liquid level and pressure before any work starts .
Step 1 : Lead the injured to the nearest eyewash station . Seconds can make a big
difference in preventing serious eye injury .
Step 2 : Pull yellow eyewash trap firmly all the Velcro has disengaged.
Eyewash arm will drop to bowl to activate eyewash.
Step 3 : Lower head until eyes enter eyewash stream . Use thumbs and forefingers to hold
eyelids open so water can flow on surfaces and in folds surrounding eyeballs .
Step 4 : Seek qualified medical attention immediately .