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MICRODYN BIO-CEL XS-1 Pilot Plant Manual // Revision: A // Date: Jul. 25, 2018
CAUTION:
No anti-foam agents of any kind are to be added into the equipment, without prior
review and written approval from MICRODYN-NADIR. If approved, the anti-foam agents should
only be used in accordance with the conditions specified by MICRODYN-NADIR.
CAUTION:
Silicone-based materials, such as waterproofing sprays, lubricating or cutting fluids,
or greases, should not be used in or around the equipment. Using these materials may result in
complete and irreversible membrane fouling.
DOs & DON’Ts
DO
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Conduct a site-specific safety review before installation and operation of the equipment.
DO
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Install and operate the equipment following the recommendations within this manual.
DO
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Familiarize yourself with this entire manual and the equipment, including the controls,
before attempting to operate or perform maintenance on the equipment.
DO
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Follow equipment manufacturer recommendations for operation and maintenance.
DO
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Wear the appropriate personnel protective equipment.
DO
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Routinely inspect for wear and tear on equipment and perform maintenance when
necessary.
DO
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Monitor the e
quipment’s performance and maintain log sheets.
DO
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Contact MICRODYN-NADIR with any questions or concerns related to the equipment.
DO
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Follow all applicable safety practices and precautions.
DON’T –
Install or operate the equipment without knowledge of its operations.
DON’T –
Allow unqualified personnel to operate or perform maintenance on the equipment.
DON’T –
Allow unsafe conditions: such as water on the floor, worn equipment, exposed wires,
etc.
DON’T –
Exceed the mentioned thresholds (i.e. for temperature, pressure, chemical limits) of
the membrane and/or equipment.
DO
N’T –
Use chemicals without prior review and understanding of their MSDS information and
compliance with applicable safety precautions.
DON’T –
Use chemicals which have not been approved by MICRODYN-NADIR in writing.
DON’T –
Operate the system for purposes other than those described in this manual.
DON’T –
Allow the biological processes to perform differently from their intended conditions.