AF500 AIR-SCRUB-R
®
Portable HEPA Air Filter
FORM GOM24101701US, VERSION 1.0
English-EN
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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a General Equipment light
construction product. From our humble beginnings in 1955, it has been a
continuing objective of General Equipment Company to manufacture
equipment that delivers uncompromising value, service life and investment
return. Because of this continuous commitment for excellence, many products
bearing the General name actually set the standard by which competitive
products are judged.
When you purchased this product, you also gained access to a team of
dedicated, knowledgeable, support personnel that stand willing and ready to
provide field support assistance. Our team of sales representatives and in-
house factory personnel are available to ensure each General product delivers
the intended performance and product safety you expect. Our personnel can
readily answer your questions or concerns regarding proper applications,
service requirements and warranty related problems.
If you have any questions or concerns about this product, please feel free to
contact our Customer Service Department during normal business hours using
the contact information located on the front cover of this manual. There is no
charge for this service.
Sincerely,
The General Equipment Team
2 INTENDED USE
The AIR-SCRUB-R Portable HEPA Air Filter is intended for use in introducing
air filtering/creating negative pressure in non-hazardous, non-flammable, non-
explosive, indoor environments only. Product can be used in restoration from
water damage, mold remediation, odor control, plus other applications such as
dust control, sewage remediation, and fire damage restoration. The AIR-
SCRUB-R is not intended for use in wet applications. The AIR-SCRUB-R is
operated by one adult of proper operator experience/skill/ common sense,
height, weight, strength and physical condition.
IMPORTANT:
For water damage restoration, mold remediation and negative
pressure containment applications only professionals properly trained should
apply these techniques using the AIR-SCRUB-R.
3 TRAINING
Develop a comprehensive program for safe AIR-SCRUB-R operation by
owner(s) and/or operator(s). Program will include, but is not limited to:
instructional operation requirements, applicable OSHA requirements, local laws
and regulations, job site safety plus AIR-SCRUB-R maintenance. Constantly
examine and upgrade program to guarantee owner(s’) and/or operator(s’)
safety. Each operator must be fully instructed regarding specifics of this safety
program.
4 SAFETY SYMBOLS
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL & SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert “general warning” symbol indicates a potential personal injury
hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the
alert symbol to designate the degree or level of hazard seriousness. Other
safety symbols may be used to represent the type of hazard in combination
with “general warning” symbol, in highlighted boxes, or individually.
DANGER:
Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not voided,
will
result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided,
could
result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided,
could
result in
minor or moderate injury.
The following safety alert symbols identify important safety messages in this
manual. When you see these symbols, be alert to the possibility of personal
injury and carefully read the message that follows.
SAFETY SYMBOLS & MEANINGS
Symbol
Meaning
Symbol
Meaning
Action
Required
General Warning
Read Manual
Warning,
Flammable
Material
Wear Ear
Protection
Warning,
Explosive
Material
Wear Eye
Protection
Warning, Toxic
Material
Wear Breathing
Protection
Warning,
Electricity
Wear
Protective
Gloves
Warning, Body
Entrapment
Wear Safety
Shoes
Warning, Sharp
Element
No Open
Flames
Warning,
Rotating Parts
No Smoking
Warning, Hot
Surface
No Active
Mobile Phone
Warning, Floor
Level Obstacle
No Food or
Drink
Warning, Drop
Off
No Trash
Containers
Warning, Slippery
Surface
5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
1.
BEFORE operating AIR-SCRUB-R, read this manual and view applicable
Safety/Operational Video to familiarize each operator with correct
operating procedures.
2.
Visually inspect the AIR-SCRUB-R per MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
STEPS 5 through 10 of this manual.
3.
Determine the AIR-SCRUB-R is in original, factory configuration and has
not been modified in any manner. If questions arise about possible
modifications, contact the Customer Service Department BEFORE
utilization. There is no charge for this service.
OPERATIONAL DISCLAIMER
The manufacturer of this AIR-SCRUB-R makes no warranty or guarantee
it is merchantable and/or suitable for a specific job application and that it
will have the power required to filter dust-debris, smoke, VOC’s and other
noxious odors or contaminants to a specific air quality classification.
WARNING
•
These safety instructions provide guidelines to promote safety
and efficiency with the AIR-SCRUB-R.
•
No warranty, guarantee or representation is made by
manufacturer as to absolute correctness or sufficiency of any
information or statement.
•
Safety instructions are intended to deal with common practices
and conditions encountered in use of AIR-SCRUB-R and are
not intended to be all inclusive.
•
Not following instructions in this manual can result in property
damage, personal injury and/or death.
DANGER
•
This product can expose you to chemicals including
greases, lubrication oils, silica dusts and asbestos which
are known to the State of California to cause cancer and
carbon monoxide (if gasoline powered) which can cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information:
