Horizontal downflow pleated cartridge dust collector
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6 INSTALLATION
6.1 Inspection of goods
The MAXIFLO unit is shipped assembled or in sections. Proceed with a visual inspection upon
receiving the material and check for any apparent damage that may have occured on freight.
Generally, shipment includes the filter cabinet and the dust storage section with support structure.
Other optional components such as flame front exhaust duct or back draft damper may be delivered
on separate skids.
6.2 Location
1.
The area where the dust collector will be installed should be able to sustain the weight of such
along with the accessories, ducting, blower and matter that will be stored. The construction
of a flat and solid surface such as a concrete slab or platform may be required.
2.
Wind factor and seismic zones should be considered before selecting the location of the dust
collector.
3.
Position the dust collector in a way to have access to the control panel, cleaning valves,
pneumatic conduits, access door to filters and dust storage systems as suggested in figure 2.
4.
If the dust collector is equipped with an explosion relief venting system, follow guidelines for
its location.
5.
Fume arm may also be duct mounted. If so, ducting must be able to support weight of arm
combined with push and pull effects of moving the arm for source capture postion.
6.
The MAXAIR fume arm may also be used with optional AQC equipment such as extension
swing booms, sliding rail with trolley, portable filtration units, etc. Refer to appropriate
manual for installation.
Recommended free/work space
Drawing # 2
Figure 2
RECOMMENDED FREE/WORK SPACE
