Scroll Medical & Laboratory Compressed Air Systems
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Description
Powerex
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150 Production Drive
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Harrison, OH 45030
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USA
P 1.888.769.7979
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F 513.367.3125
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www.powerexinc.com
IN907800AV
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08/2018
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The Powerex Scroll Medical Compressed Air Source Systems are
intended to provide Medical Air as where risk meets the Category
3 requirements in NFPA99. Medical Air is intended for use in human
respiration. Standard Laboratory Compressed Air Source systems are
intended for use in facilities where the risk is less than Category 3,
or applications outside of the scope for NFPA99, and not intended
for human respiration. The systems include intake filtration, electric
motor driven compressor pumps, aftercoolers, condensate traps,
air storage receiver with automatic condensate drain, dryer systems
with filtration and bypass valves, dew point monitor, CO monitor if
applicable, and controls to operate the system.
Safety Guidelines
A SEPARATE SAFETY BOOKLET IS PROVIDED ALONG WITH THIS
MANUAL. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY BOOKLET. This
manual contains information that is very important to know and
understand. This information is provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help recognize this information, observe
the following symbols. MAKE SURE EVERYONE OPERATING OR
SERVICING THE COMPRESSOR READS AND UNDERSTANDS ALL THE
INFORMATION PROVIDED.
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death
or serious injury.
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in
death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or
moderate injury.
Notice indicates important information, that if not
followed, may cause damage to equipment.
NOTE:
Note indicates information that requires special attention.
Unpacking
Immediately upon receipt of the vacuum system, inspect for any
damage which may have occurred during shipment. Repair or replace
damaged items before use. The name-plate should be checked to
verify the correct model and voltage.
Do not operate unit if damaged during shipping,
handling or use. Damage may result in unsafe
conditions and cause injury or property damage.
Compressed Air Type
Oilless air meeting requirements of Type 0
Powerex Oilless Scroll compressor pumps
Medical Systems:
- Final filtration to 0.5 micron or better, regulated
for 50-55 psig
- Dew point alarm: High dew point at 35°F
- CO Alarm: High CO at 10 ppm
- Dryer purge saving control on at -15°F; off at
-10°F
Laboratory Systems:
- Final filtration to 0.5 micron or better, regulated
for 90-95 psig
- Dew point alarm: High dew point at -20°F
(Standard)
- CO alarm (optional at 10 ppm)
- Dryer purge saving control on at -45°F; off at
–40°F
Lubrication:
Grease filled bearings, PTFE compound tip seals
Maximum System
Pressure
Medical Systems: 116 psig
Laboratory Systems: 145 psig
Motor Protection
System
Motor protector circuit breakers
Air Receiver
ASME Code, rated 165 psig or higher
Control Panel
UL508 Compliant
Misc.
Cal. OSHA 462 (L) (2) Compliant
Cal. OSHPD OSP – 0380-10
Specifications