MD5016 Field Installation
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Getting Started
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
To obtain maximum efficiency, it is strongly recommended that this entire manual be read
before starting installation. This manual illustrates a typical field installation sequence of a
basic tower. Some common options are also included. Refer to separate installation drawings
for additional optional equipment Review all manuals, drawings and bills of material prior to
assembly. These documents are located in a Literature Kit packed with the tower. Contact
your SPX Cooling Technologies sales representative should questions arise.
SAFETY
The location and orientation of the cooling tower can affect the safety of those responsible for
installing, servicing, or repairing the tower. Since SPX Cooling Technologies does not dictate
the location, or orientation of the tower, SPX Cooling Technologies is not responsible for
addressing the safety issues that are affected by the tower's location, or orientation. The
following safety issues should be considered by those responsible for designing the tower
installation. Failure to consider and address these issues may result in substantial personal
injury, or death to those involved in installing, servicing, or repairing the cooling tower.
* Access to and from maintenance access doors
* Access for cleaning and other service
* Potential access problems due to obstructions surrounding the tower
* The possible need for ladders (either portable or permanent) to gain access to the
maintenance access doors
* The possible need for safety cages around ladders.
These are only some of the safety issues that may arise in the design process. SPX Cooling
Technologies strongly recommends that you consult a safety engineer to be sure all safety
considerations have been addressed.
SPX Cooling Technologies offers optional equipment that may assist you in addressing
some of these safety issues. Consult your sales representative for information on these
optional items.
Safety is the first priority at the job site. Cooling towers are constructed of material that
could cause injury if not handled properly. It is recommended that Kevlar gloves and sleeves
and eye protection be worn at all time when working with steel, PVC and fiberglass. Hardhats
should be worn when working with overhead objects.
Steel parts may be heavy and the surfaces may be slick from oil used during fabrication. Take
precautions by placing heavy steel parts near or on the ground to minimize the risk of dropping.
Although all steel parts are de-burred, the edges of steel can be very sharp and cut easily.
Keep a first aid kit handy should the need arise.
Use the above suggestions as well as common sense to create a safe working environment.
Take steps to prevent tipping or falling hazards. Protection from thrown or falling objects
should be used at all times around a construction site. Keep the worksite and assembly area
clean. Check tools periodically and replace tools that could break or malfunction. Follow
instruction manuals for all powertools and beware of shock hazards that exist.
NEVER HOLD A PIECE OF STEEL IN PLACE USING ONLY A DRIFT PIN. Drift pins have
smooth surfaces and are designed to slide in and out of holes very easily. Drift pins can not
hold themselves in place. Parts WILL fall if suspended only by a drift pin.
PARTS
All steel parts are tagged for identification, as shown above.
Find Number: This is a three-digit alpha/numeric number that ties the bill of material
(BOM) to the drawings. They are identified in the drawings as the alpha/numeric
numbers within the circles. The find numbers on the drawings are used in conjunction
with the appropriate BOM to find the correct item numbers needed for installation.
THE SAME FIND NUMBERS MAY BE USED FOR DIFFERENT PARTS ON
DIFFERENT TOWER CELLS.
Item Number: This number is used by SPX Cooling Technologies to purchase,
manufacture and inventory the components of the modules. Give these item numbers
to the project manager if an item is missing or a replacement item is required.
Drawing Number: (Reference Only) This is the number of the drawing used to fabricate
the item. This number DOES NOT reference the drawing number where the part is
used.
Description: (Reference Only) This number describes the dimensions of the flat pattern
of the item. These dimensions MAY NOT correspond to the overall dimensions of the
part.
The find number, item number, description and quantity of items are all cross
referenced on the bill of material. If a number is missing or hard to read, check the
illustrations in this assembly manual first and then the bill of material to see if you can
find it. As the tower is prepared for assembly, the quantities of each item should be
checked against the bill of material.
NEED HELP!
If anything is missing, damaged, or you need help of any kind, contact your SPX
Cooling Technologies Representative as soon as possible. If you need help
determining the representative in your area, please call us at 1-800-4MARLEY, or
check the internet at www.spxcooling.com
