ARS RECYCLING SYSTEMS
DC Manual 20190729
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Electric Unit Emptying the Baghouse
The baghouse hopper should be emptied at least once a day. This will ensure that there is proper air
space for the cartridge filters to operate efficiently and correctly
without
overloading.
1.
Shut down vacuum system, push Pulsator stop button on the control panel.
2.
Push the Fan Stop button on the control panel.
Motor must remain off at this time.
3.
Place drum under waste chute at rear of machine with barrel lid provided.
4.
Open rear waste valve.
5.
6.
For units equipped with augers: press the start button at remote auger start/stop station.
This will start the auger and push the excess dust that has accumulated in the bottom hopper of the
baghouse out through the waste valve at the rear into the drum. Be sure to monitor the amount of waste
going into the barrel to avoid overfilling and spilling of dust.