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8. Under no condition should machine operator put a lit cigarette or any burning
object into the hood or ducting of the dust control system.
9. When the materials being collected by the system create the risk of fire or
explosion, the appropriate collection system design must be used to comply
with all material (NFPA) and local fire codes. An individual familiar with all the
appropriate fire hazards, equipment, and codes should be consulted to insure
proper installation and compliance of the collection system.
10. Explosion relief vents are required on some applications. Consult with an
insurance underwriter or a NFPA Manual (NFPA 68 Venting of Deflagrations -
NFPA 91 Blower and Exhaust Systems) to determine proper vent size and ratio.
Vents installed on dust control equipment within a building must be vented to
the outside with ducting that meets the following specifications:
• Cross-section area no smaller than the vent.
• No longer than 10’.
• Straight with minimal bends (to minimize chances of secondary explosion).
• Fabricated from 16-gauge (or thicker) sheet steel.
11. Consult the proper authorities to determine proper venting methods. Simco-
Ion’s dust collectors do not contain explosion relief vents.
12. Consult and comply with all National and Local Fire Codes and/or other
appropriate codes when determining the location and operation of dust
collection equipment.
13. Air exhaust outlet at the top of the dust collector must not be blocked. Make
sure materials are not stored over the exhaust opening.
14. Stand clear of the dust collector’s exhaust fan during rotation.
15. Dust collector has a high center of gravity. Careful handling is required to avoid
overturning dust collector during movement.
16. Personal safety equipment, like eye protection (goggles) or protective breathing
apparatus (dust mask) should be worn during some of the installation and
maintenance procedures involved with the dust collection system.
