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Version 10.08.2011
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance UK
It is a legal requirement, under regulation 9 of the COSHH regulations, that all local
exhaust ventilation systems are visually inspected on a weekly basis, where possible
and undergo a thorough inspection and test on an annual basis. COSHH requires the
annual inspection and testing to be carried out by a competent person with specific
documentation of the results held in a log book. Bofa can provide this service, our
inspectors are BOHS P601 qualified, and copies of the required initial information
and forms are included in the Log book supplied with the extractor.
Additionally the log book contains a form detailing the weekly inspection
requirements and log for recording the results.
Maintenance General
User maintenance is limited to cleaning the unit and replacing the filters with new.
Only BOFA International trained maintenance technicians are authorised to carry out
component testing and replacement. Unauthorised work or the use of unauthorised
replacement filters may result in a potentially dangerous situation and/or damage to
the extractor unit, and will invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty.
Cleaning Unit
The powder coated finish can be cleaned with a damp cloth and non aggressive
detergent. Do not use an abrasive cleaning product as this will damage the finish.
Stainless steel units should be cleaned with a proprietary stainless steel cleaner,
following the manufacturer’s instructions.
The cooling inlets and outlets should be cleaned once a year to prevent build up of
dust and overheating of unit.
Replacing Filters
The filter package needs attention when the filter change signal is alarmed and/or the
green amber and red LED’s on the unit are illuminated or, for units with no filter
condition indication, when the unit no longer removes the fume efficiently.
A log of filter changes should be maintained by the user.
All filters are tested to BS3928. A certificate on conformity for each filter is available
on request.
It is recommended that a spare set of filters are kept on site to avoid prolonged unit
unavailability. Part numbers for replacement filters can be found on the filters fitted in
your system. Alternatively, refer to the consumable spares table.
Caution
To prevent overheating, units should not be run with a blocked filter condition, or with
dust obstruction of inlets or outlets.
Caution: When changing used filters always wear respirator mask, safety
glasses and gloves.
