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k)
Check the rotating direction of the motor before operation. The correct direction is given with an arrow on
the housing of the motor.
l)
If safety-critical changes occur to the machine or its working method, the machine must be shut down
immediately! The cause of the fault must be established, and rectified.
m)
In the event of operational malfunctions the machine must be shut down immediately and secured!
3.5
Dust collector safety
a)
The Blastrac dust collector can
only
be used for
dry cleaning.
b)
It should
only
be used for removing
noncombustible/non-explosive dust or substances.
c)
The machine may
not
be used for
pathogenic
or
carcinogenic
or
asbestos substances
without
additional safety measures.
Always mind the local safety requirements.
Contact your dealer for additional options.
d)
Do not use the machine in the presence of dangerous atmospheres like flammable gasses or dusts.
e)
The machine is designed for usage in conditions according to classification
M
.
f)
The dust hose must be undamaged and free of obstructions. It must be connected properly with hose
clamps and industrial tape.
g)
Do not point hose at people or animals.
h)
Never use this machine for sucking water or liquids.
i)
Acids, acetone or solvents can damage the machine.
j)
Never use the machine without the filters in place!
k)
Never use the machine without the dustbin attached.
l)
Regularly check the contents of the dust-bin. Always wear a
dust mask of at least class FFP3
when
emptying the dust bin / changing the filters. Comply with the local waste treatment regulations
considering the removed material.
m)
Regularly use the air pistol and drain valve to remove water from the pressure tank.
n)
When temporarily interrupting the work (1/2 hour – 1 hour), only close the butterfly valve. Pulse cleaning
of the filter system will continue and will increase the life-time of the filter cartridges.
o)
During a longer stand still of the dust collector, close the butterfly valve and let the pulse cleaning cycle
run for +/- 5 minutes. Switch off the compressor and Main-switch. Remove water from the air tank.
p)
Close the butterfly valve of the inlet when the machine is turned off. This prevents moisture, dust and
other contaminants to enter the machine.
q)
If dust leaves the filter unit instead of clean air, this is a sign that the filter cartridges are damaged or not
fixed correctly inside the chamber. Do not proceed! Rectify immediately!
r)
When a filter is leaking it has to be replaced. The compartment above the filters and silencer also have to
be cleaned thoroughly.
s)
Compartments that are not dust-tight must be opened with suitable tools and thoroughly cleaned.
t)
Operators should observe all safety regulations appropriate to the materials being handled.
u)
Make sure the machine is parked on a flat and horizontal surface before operation.
v)
The machine must be braked by actuating the levers on the wheels with brakes.
w)
Do not allow the operation of the machine while it is moving, during operation the machine must be
braked.
3.6
Maintenance safety
a)
Pull out the power plug and place it in sight, before starting inspections and repairing on the machine.
b)
Wait for standstill of all drives before any inspections, adjustments and/or maintenance work is started.
c)
Block machine in stable position before doing any maintenance work.
d)
Use the manual drain of the water separator to depressurize the air pressure tank before maintenance.
e)
WARNING!
Do not weld, flame cut or perform grinding works on or near the dust collector. Danger of fire
or explosion exists!
f)
To allow the user to carry out maintenance operations, the dust collector must be disassembled, cleaned
and inspected as far as reasonably possible, without causing hazards for the maintenance staff or other
people.
g)
The suitable precautions include: decontamination before disassembling the dust collector, adequate
filtered ventilation of the exhaust air from the room in which it is disassembled, cleaning of the
maintenance area and suitable personal protection equipment.
h)
When maintenance or repair procedures are carried out, all the contaminated elements that cannot be
properly cleaned, must be destroyed.
i)
These elements must be disposed of in sealed bags according to the applicable regulations and in
accordance with the local laws governing the disposal of such material.
j)
This procedure must also be followed when the filters have to be disposed.
