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B100 Restrain Generator

Ripen

User Manual

V1.0

Original user manual

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 Restrain 2019

Summary of Contents for B100

Page 1: ...B100 Restrain Generator Ripen User Manual V1 0 Original user manual Restrain 2019 ...

Page 2: ...t the technical department of your supplier This user manual has been compiled with all possible care Restrain assumes no responsibility for any errors in this manual and or the consequences of an erroneous interpretation of the instructions All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in computerised databases or made public in any form or by any means either electroni...

Page 3: ...one who works with the machine List of the symbols used in this manual For all operations in which the safety of the operator and or technician is at stake and where caution should be exercised the following symbols are used Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in serious injury or death and or material damage if one does not obey the safety instructions Indicates a haz...

Page 4: ...egulatory information The B100 Restrain Generator is designed to comply with the following directives 2014 30 EU EMC Directive The CE Declaration is available upon request Please contact the manufacturer ...

Page 5: ...fety measures 12 3 3 General safety warnings 12 4 Transport 13 5 Installation 14 5 1 Unpacking 14 5 2 Place the machine 14 5 3 Prepare the Restrain ethanol jerrycan 15 6 Operation 16 6 1 Start the machine 16 6 2 Turn off the machine 16 6 3 Emergency situations 17 7 Maintenance and cleaning 18 7 1 Daily checks 18 7 2 Monthly check 18 7 3 Cleaning 18 8 Storage 19 8 1 Prepare for storage 19 9 Trouble...

Page 6: ...release measures 24 12 1 7 Handling and storage 24 12 1 8 Exposure control and personal protection 24 12 1 9 Physical and chemical properties 24 12 1 10 Stability and reactivity 25 12 1 11 Toxicological information 25 12 1 12 Ecological information 25 12 1 13 Disposal considerations 25 12 1 14 Transport information 25 12 1 15 Regulatory information 25 12 1 16 Other information 26 12 2 Fuel COSHH a...

Page 7: ...is will void the warranty and lease contract Contact the manufacturer if anything needs replacement Always use Restrain ethanol supplied by the manufacturer The machine has been thoroughly tested with this specific ethanol If you use any other type of ethanol this may negatively affect the operation and life expectancy of the machine Furthermore it will damage the crops may damage the machine and ...

Page 8: ...e depends on the standard of construction room air leakage and the target level of ethylene concentration When the room is too small too much ethylene will remain inside This will damage the crops 1 2 Technical specifications The following specifications apply to the machine Description Value Length 50 cm Width 32 cm Height 40 cm Weight 21 kg Sound emission Max 40 dB A Minimum ambient temperature ...

Page 9: ...m Function 1 Handles Use the handles to carry the machine 2 Programme selection knob Use the programme selection knob to select the required pump speed 3 Reset button Use the reset button to restart the machine after a thermal er ror Refer to Troubleshooting on page 20 for more inform ation Restrain Description 9 ...

Page 10: ...nks red when the catalyst has reached its upper limit 10 Pump light The Pump light tuns yellow when the pump is on 11 Power light The Power light tuns green when the machine is powered 2 1 Workings of the machine The machine has an internal catalyst The temperature of the catalyst reaches a high temperature The ethanol is pumped into the machine the heat of the catalyst will vaporise the ethanol w...

Page 11: ...ted out to you and the requirements the user must meet It is essential that you are well aware of these safety instructions and requirements and observe them at all times 3 1 Safety signs on the machine Pictograms and warnings have been fitted on the machine to warn users of the possible risks Pictogram Explanation Location Warning sign Heat At the rear of the machine Warning sign This side up At ...

Page 12: ...and may cause an ignition hazard Children must not play with the machine or the ethanol and the machine the mains power supply cord and the ethanol must be out of reach of children less than 16 years old Ethanol is extremely flammable and an irritant Persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of knowledge must not to use the machine Ethanol is extremely flammable and an i...

Page 13: ...carry the machine with two hands and keep the machine upright Do not drop the machine This may cause personal injury or material damage The machine has a cool down period of 6 hours Turn off the machine hours before shipment Restrain Transport 13 ...

Page 14: ...e machine 1 Place the machine in the premises that needs treatment 2 Make sure that the location meets the following requirements Place the machine at floor level Place the machine at a location with good air circulation Place the machine in a location away from normal loading activities Make sure that the machine does not touch any foreign objects or plastic structures The vapour from the machine...

Page 15: ...rill 8 mm drill bit 1 Remove the cable ties from the ethanol tube 2 Remove the filter and weights from the ethanol tube 3 Remove the cap from the ethanol jerrycan 4 Drill two holes in the cap one for the ethanol tube one for the air 5 Guide the ethanol tube through one of the holes 6 Replace the weights and filter on the ethanol tube 7 Screw the cap back onto the ethanol jerrycan Make sure that th...

Page 16: ...ht will turn green The heater is warming the catalyst This takes approximately 40 minutes 2 Select the required programme Pump speed 1 44 litres per 24 hours Pump speed 2 88 litres per 24 hours Pump speed 4 32 litres per 24 hours The Pump light turns yellow 6 2 Turn off the machine This task describes how to turn off the machine 1 Disconnect the machine from the mains power supply Restrain Operati...

Page 17: ...e machine 6 3 Emergency situations In case of an emergency situation 1 Unplug the machine from the mains power supply For any other problem refer to Troubleshooting on page 20 To restart the machine after an emergency situation 1 Plug in the mains power supply cord The machine will continue with its programme Restrain Operation 17 ...

Page 18: ...re that the machine works correctly The Power light is green The Pump light is yellow The Thermal error light is off All cables are connected and undamaged 7 2 Monthly check When the machine is in use make sure that all covers are properly secured 7 3 Cleaning Regularly clean the machine with a clean soft and moist cloth Do not spray the machine with water or immerse the machine in water This will...

Page 19: ...its original packaging 8 1 Prepare for storage This task describes how to prepare the machine for storage 1 Disconnect the machine from the mains power supply 2 Let the machine cool down for 6 hours 3 Remove the tube from the ethanol jerrycan 4 Store or dispose of the ethanol according to local laws and regulations Also refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets on page 23 5 Store the machine indoor...

Page 20: ...lugged in the electrical socket The machine does not start There is no mains power sup ply Wait until the mains power sup ply comes back or connect the machine to a different power supply e g a generator The machine will continue with the selected programme The Thermal error light blinks red and the heater has turned off The temperature inside the catalyst reached the upper lim it Wait 1 hour then...

Page 21: ...urs 3 Remove the tube from the ethanol jerrycan 4 Store or dispose of the ethanol according to local laws and regulations Also refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets on page 23 Do not return ethanol to the manufacturer Ethanol is highly explosive and can only be shipped under specific conditions 5 Pack the machine in its original packaging 6 Contact the manufacturer for the return shipment of th...

Page 22: ... dispose of the machine yourself Always return the machine to the manufacturer Always dispose of ethanol correctly Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets on page 23 for correct disposal of ethanol Restrain Disposal 22 ...

Page 23: ...64 17 5 200 EC No 578 6 12 1 3 Hazards identification Flammability Highly flammable liquid Eye Irritating on contact with the eyes Skin Prolonged contact may be irritating to the skin causing drying and cracking Dermatitis may result from repeated prolonged skin contact 12 1 4 First aid measures Eye Immediately wash out eye thoroughly with large amounts of water until irritation stops Seek Medical...

Page 24: ...ontainers for disposal 6 Wash spill area with water 12 1 7 Handling and storage Keep the Restrain Ethanol away from all sources of heat and ignition Wear chemical resistive gloves and chemical safety goggles Protective clothing should be worn as required Store in a dry locked storage area not subject to extremes of temperature Keep away from water and foodstuffs Store well away from sparks flames ...

Page 25: ...water courses Do not dispose on ground Remove to suitable landfill 12 1 13 Disposal considerations This product is flammable and must be disposed of accordingly Special landfill or incineration may be used Do not dispose into waterways or sewers or onto the ground 12 1 14 Transport information United Nations No UN 1170 Packaging group II Shipping name Ethanol Highly Flammable 12 1 15 Regulatory in...

Page 26: ...lls and marked highly flammable Quantities of more than 50 litres should be kept in secure areas designated for flammable storage and separate from normal working areas and with good ventilation Further details can be found in the following Health Safety Executive publications available from HMSO L135 Storage of Dangerous substances Approved code of practice Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmo...

Page 27: ...irritation Ingestion can cause nausea vomiting and inebriation Contact with the skin is unlikely to cause appreciable irritation even on repeated contact Unlikely to be absorbed in harmful amounts through contact with the skin First Aid Eyes Irrigate thoroughly with water Lungs Remove from exposure rest and keep warm Skin Wash with water and remove contaminated clothing Mouth Wash out and give ple...

Page 28: ...vermiculite to absorb the liquid 3 Place used absorbent materials in closed containers for disposal Disposal of containers Containers should be pierced and placed in appropriate waste disposal Restrain Appendices 28 ...

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