Shaker type dust collector
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12 START/STOP PROCEDURE
12.1 Starting the unit with a new filter envelope
Shut inlet and outlet dampers (if installed) at about 50% before starting the unit. Allow a few hours
for dust to penetrate the filter envelope before starting the shaker system. This will translate into
better filtration efficiency and longer filter envelope lifetime.
12.2 Normal start-up
Start the collector and allow dust to enter the unit.
12.3 Shutting the unit OFF
Shut down power to the collector and close all inlet and outlet dampers so that dust does not flow
back into the unit. You may now access the collector for inspection or filter envelope replacement.
13 SAFETY MEASURES
13.1 Workers/Staff
Any maintenance on the collector should be accomplished by a minimum of two (2) workers. When
finished, retrieve all tools inside the collector.
WARNING!
Never do maintenance tasks by an unaccompanied worker.
All personnel must be accounted for before restarting the
collector.
All maintenance staff should wear protective clothing or apparatus such as goggles, gloves,
breathing equipment or such devices before working inside the collector.
13.2 Electrical components
To avoid injuries, all electrical components must be shut off prior to inspection or servicing the dust
collector. This procedure includes access to the filter section.
13.3 Explosive dusts
If filtered dusts have an explosion or flammable risk once stored in dust storage compartment,
an explosion relief venting system or a fire extinguishing device is necessary. Should you have any
doubt concerning filtered dusts, contact A.Q.C. or its representative.
