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5.2.3 

Automatic filter cleaning

When the pressure over the filter cartridges reaches the 

threshold value (1200 Pa) during use, the filter cleaning 

system starts automatically. This procedure takes 2 minutes, 

during which each filter cartridge is cleaned by 7 compressed 

air shots.

5.2.4 

Manually activated filter cleaning

If desired, you can activate the filter cleaning system manually 

(online cleaning only).

Fig. 5.2

•  Push the ON/OFF button (C) to start the fan. 
•  Push the MANUAL CLEANING button (D) to activate the 

filter cleaning system.

This procedure takes 2 minutes, during which each filter 

cartridge is cleaned by 7 compressed air shots.

5.2.5  Indicator light ALARM

The ALARM light can show two different signals:

Signal

Means

Required action

Filter cartridges are 

clogged

Replace the filter 

cartridges (refer to 

par. 6.2.1). 

Replace the HEPA 

filter, if any, as well 

(refer to par. 6.2.2)

No compressed air 

available

Repair the 

compressed air 

connection

To suppress the ALRM light temporarily: 

Push the ON/OFF button two times (off and on). The 

ALARM light starts blinking again after 10 minutes, 

unless you have solved the problem.

5.2.6  Filter replacement

When the filter cleaning system is unable to get the pressure 

below 1200 Pa Pa within 10 minutes, the filter cartridges are 

probably clogged and must be replaced. This is indicated by 

the alarm light (ref. paragraph 5.2.5).

Fig. 5.2

•  Push the ON/OFF button (C) to stop the fan.
• 

Refer to paragraph 6.2.1 for the filter replacement 

procedure.

MAINTENANCE

6.1 

Periodic maintenance

The product has been designed to function without 

problems for a long time with a minimum of 

maintenance. In order to guarantee this some simple, regular 

maintenance and cleaning activities are required which are 

described in this chapter. If you observe the necessary caution 

and carry out the maintenance at regular intervals, any 

problems occurring will be detected and corrected before they 

lead to a total breakdown.

WARNING

Overdue maintenance can cause fire. 

The indicated maintenance intervals can vary depending on 

the specific working and ambient conditions. Therefore we 

recommend to thoroughly inspect the complete product once 

every year beside the indicated periodic maintenance. For this 

purpose contact your supplier.

CAUTION!

De-energize the downdraft table and disconnect the 

compressed air (if applicable) before you carry out 

the activities below. First read the maintenance 

regulations at the beginning of this manual.

The text printed in italics in the table below refers to options 

and accessories.

Component

Action

Frequency: every ...

week

weeks

12 

months

Pre spark 

arresters

Check for damage and 

correct installation. 

Replace if necessary.

X

Clean with an industrial 

vacuum cleaner

X

Main spark 

arresters

Check for damage and 

correct installation. 

Replace if necessary.

X

Clean with an industrial 

vacuum cleaner

X

Filter cartridges Check for damage and 

correct installation. 

Replace if necessary.

X

Dust drawers

Check for damage and 

correct installation. 

Replace if necessary.

X

Empty the dust drawer 

underneath the filter 

cartridges with an 

industrial vacuum 

cleaner

X

Doors

Check for damage and 

correct installation. 

Replace if necessary.

X

Outlet grid

Clean with an industrial 

vacuum cleaner

X

Plasma cutting 

work grid

Check for damage. 

Replace damaged bars 

if necessary.

X

Perforated 

steel spark 

arresters 

(below plasma 

cutting work 

grid)

Check for damage and 

correct installation. 

Replace if necessary.

X

6.2 

Filter replacement

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Wear respiratory protection and protective 

gloves when you replace any filter. 

WARNING

Do 

not

 replace any filter while the fan is running.

ATTENTION

Use an industrial vacuum cleaner that meets dust 

class H according to EN 60335-2-69 to clean the 

spark arresters, dust drawers, filter compartment 

and the (optional) HEPA filter housing.

Summary of Contents for DRAFTMAX BASIC

Page 1: ...www plymovent com Downdraft table DRAFTMAX BASIC ULTRA Installation and user manual EN...

Page 2: ...y serve as a guideline for installation use maintenance and repair of the product mentioned on the cover page of this document This publication is to be used for the standard model of the product of t...

Page 3: ...1 2 General description The downdraft table is a workbench with an integrated extraction fan and filtration system that is used for welding grinding and plasma cutting applications Depending on the sp...

Page 4: ...wer consumption 2 2 kW 3 HP Mains cord 3 m 10 ft 1 m 3 ft internal 2 m 6 ft external without plug Protection class IP 55 control box only Sound level according to ISO 3746 without options with silence...

Page 5: ...welding and plasma cutting applications and recommended for grinding applications By the use of a backdraft kit the downdraft extraction capacity is reduced to approx 20 The remaining 80 is extracted...

Page 6: ...d not to play with the product Intended use2 The product has been designed as a workbench with integrated extraction and filtration facility for welding and grinding purposes provided the appropriate...

Page 7: ...xtinguishers suitable for fire classes ABC Service maintenance and repairs Obey the maintenance intervals given in this manual Overdue maintenance can lead to high costs for repair and revisions and c...

Page 8: ...e panel Right side panel To install the side panels do the following Fig 4 7 Loosen the bolts on the loose side of the hinges and remove the washers Keep the bolts and washers Put the pins through the...

Page 9: ...owndraft table Keep the 4 bolts Apply the draught strip A to the downdraft table Fig 4 11 A Draught strip Fig 4 12 Push a screwdriver or other tool at the position of the strips B to unlock the HEPA f...

Page 10: ...e Silencer Outlet duct do the following Fig 4 14 If applicable remove the outlet panel of the downdraft table or the outlet panel of the HEPA box Keep the 4 bolts Apply the draught strip to the downdr...

Page 11: ...l the movement sensor on top of the back panel or backdraft panel with the 2 bolts A Fig 4 20 A x2 Mounting of the movement sensor Fig 4 21 Lead the cable down the back side of the downdraft table Att...

Page 12: ...e system will be opened thus decreasing the pressure until the system pressure has reached an appropriate level ATTENTION The compressed air must be dry and oil free according to ISO 8573 3 class 6 Co...

Page 13: ...welding grinding Push the OFF button D after you have finished welding grinding to stop the fan 5 1 3 Filter replacement Fig 5 1 During use you must regularly check the pressure gauge B When the pres...

Page 14: ...ution and carry out the maintenance at regular intervals any problems occurring will be detected and corrected before they lead to a total breakdown WARNING Overdue maintenance can cause fire The indi...

Page 15: ...astic bag and comes with face mask and a pair of disposable gloves You must replace the HEPA filter together with the filter cartridges To replace the HEPA filter do the following Open the door of the...

Page 16: ...leaned One of the membrane valves defective Replace both membrane valves Poor extraction capacity No filter cleaning Membrane valve s defective Replace both membrane valves Button MANUAL CLEANING does...

Page 17: ...our own responsibility that the product DraftMax Basic DraftMax Ultra which this declaration refers to is in accordance with the conditions of the following Directives Machine Directive 2006 42 EC EM...

Page 18: ...ion option option no Wheel set option option option option Dust tray lid recommended recommended option option DraftMax Ultra yes yes yes yes Back panel no no option option Backdraft kit required requ...

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Page 20: ...HP 208 240 480V 3ph 60Hz USA 0040900090 Motor downdraft table 3 kW 4 HP 600V 3ph 60Hz Canada 0040900120 Push button black 0040900130 Push button green incl LED 0040900180 Main switch 25A 0040900220 T...

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