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Fig. 2.1: Main components
2.2
Operation
The inlet of the fan is to be connected to the outlet of a central
filter system. The extracted air is blown out at the top of the fan
through a duct or an optional silencer. Depending on the lcoal
regulations, the air can either be recirculated or exhausted to
the atmosphere.
There are various options to control the fan.
2.2.1 System control panel
It is recommended to control the fan by a system control panel
with integrated frequency inverter, in which case the fan
automatically runs at the desired/required speed.
2.2.1 Star-delta switch
The fan can optionally be controlled by a star-delta switch.
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SAFETY
General
The manufacturer does not accept any liability for damage to
the product or personal injury caused by ignoring of the safety
instructions in this manual, or by negligence during installation,
use, maintenance, and repair of the product mentioned on the
cover of this document and any corresponding accessories.
Specific working conditions or used accessories may require
additional safety instructions. Immediately contact your
supplier if you detect a potential danger when using the product.
The user of the product is always fully responsible for
observing the local safety instructions and
regulations.
Observe all applicable safety instructions and
regulations.
User manual
- Everyone working on or with the product, must be familiar
with the contents of this manual and must strictly observe the
instructions therein. The management should instruct the
personnel in accordance with the manual and observe all
instructions and directions given.
- Never change the order of the steps to perform.
- Always keep the manual with the product.
Pictograms and instructions on the product (if
present)
- The pictograms, warning and instructions attached to the
product are part of the safety features. They must not be
covered or removed and must be present and legible during
the entire life of the product.
- Immediately replace or repair damaged or illegible
pictograms, warnings and instructions.
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Users
- The use of this product is exclusively reserved to well
authorised, trained and qualified users. Temporary personnel
and personnel in training can only use the product under
supervision and responsibility of skilled engineers.
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Intended use
The product has been designed as an extraction fan for
extracting fumes and gases which are released during the most
B
common welding processes. Using the product for other
purposes is considered contrary to its intended use. The
manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage or injury
resulting from such use. The product has been built in
accordance with state-of-the-art standards and recognised
safety regulations. Only use this product when in technically
perfect condition in accordance with its intended use and the
instructions explained in the user manual.
Technical specifications
The specifications given in this manual must not be altered.
Modifications
Modification of (parts of) the product is not allowed.
Use
WARNING
Fire hazard! Never use the product for:
- extracting flammable, glowing or burning particles
or solids or liquids
- extracting of aggressive fumes (such as hydrochloric
acid) or sharp particles
- sucking cigarettes, cigars, oiled tissues, and other
burning particles, objects, and acids
WARNING
Never use the product for:
- oxy-fuel cutting
- aluminium laser cutting
- arc-air gouging
- oil mist
- paint mist
- heavy oil mist in welding fume
- extraction of hot gases (more than 45°C/113°F
continuously)
- grinding aluminium and magnesium
- flame spraying
- extraction of cement, saw dust, wood dust etc.
- explosive environments or explosive substances/
gases
Note: this list is not all-embracing.
Installation
- The installation of this product is exclusively reserved to well
authorised, trained and qualified engineers.
- Electric connection to be executed in accordance with local
requirements. Ensure compliance with the EMC regulatory
arrangements.
- Never install the product in front of entrances and exits which
must be used for emerency services.
- Mind any gas and water pipes and electric cables.
- Use common sense. Stay alert and keep your attention to your
work. Do not install the product when you are under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medicine.
- Make sure that the workshop, in the vicinity of the product,
contains sufficient approved fire extinguishers.
- Air containing particles such as chromium, nickel, beryllium,
cadmium, lead etc., which is a health hazard, should never be
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"Intended use" as explained in EN-ISO 12100-1 is the use for which the
technical product is suited as specified by the manufacturer, inclusive of
his directions in the sales brochure. In case of doubt it is the use which can
be deduced from the construction, the model and the function of the
technical product which is considered normal use. Operating the machine
within the limits of its intended use also involves observing the instructions
in the user manual.
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