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Serial number: ____________________________ Year: _____________________ Please specify this number when con- tacting customer service Status 08.12.2014 Page 1...
3.2 Fire protection 4. Transport of the Tubus air curtain system 5. Technical data of the Tubus range 5.1 The two performance categories of the Tubus system 5.2 Dimensions of the horizontal model 5.3 Dimensions of the vertical model 6. Design and installation of your air curtain system 6.1 The installation forms during vertical installation (Tubus-V)
- either in whole or in part – without the explicit authorisation of Teddington Luftschleieranlagen GmbH. Translations authorised by Teddington are based on the German original version of the operating instructions. Teddington Luftschleieranlagen GmbH shall not be liable for damage that results from failure to observe or not completely observe the operating instructions.
Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus Signs and symbols used in these operating instructions We have used symbols and notes to highlight unavoidable residual risks and dangers and important information regarding use of the machine so as to bring these to your attention.
Intended use of the air curtain system The Tubus air curtain system is manufactured in accordance with valid standards and corresponds to Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, provided it is used as specified in these operating instructions. As operating company you must take care that during installation the system fulfils the requirements of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
WARNING Improper use of the air curtain system The Tubus air curtain system is not intended for any types of use other than those listed above and such types of use will be considered improper use. The following in particular are not permitted: −...
No safe operation of the machine is guaranteed when it is not used as intended! The operating company, and not Teddington Luftschleieranlagen GmbH, shall be liable for all personal injury and damage to property incurred as WARNING the result of improper use.
Teddington Luftschleieranlagen GmbH’s goal is to ensure the highest level of safety and quality. Special care has therefore been taken that construction and production of the Tubus air curtain system are strictly in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines. In order that the system can maintain the maximum safety standards during daily op- eration, the operating company must ensure: −...
Hazards and danger areas on the air curtain system It is essential that all persons working on the air curtain system pay attention to the following possible residual risks: − Porous wires can result in electrical fires. − Short circuit or electrocution due to porous wires −...
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Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus In addition to these operating instructions all applicable laws and ordinances, the accident prevention regulations (UVV), as well as the guidelines of the Accident Prevention & Insurance Association and the laws on occupational health and safety must be followed.
− Document (photograph) any damage, note it on the haulier’s paperwork and ask the driver to sign this. Report the damage to Teddington immediately. − Reservations, such as “not inspected” or “accepted with reservations”, will be equated with acceptance free from defects.
Technical data of the Tubus range The two performance categories of the Tubus system The Tubus air curtain system is available in two performance categories (Tubus 1 and 2). The performance category depends firstly on the width of the entrance, and sec- ondly on the intensity of the air flow.
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® Technical data of the Tubus 1 with CORRIGO air discharge system Installation length / height “B” [mm] 2000 2250 2500 Rec. max. door width for “vertical one- sided” [m] Rec. max. door width for “vertical two- sided” [m] Rec. max. air discharge height for "hori- zontal"...
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Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus ® Technical data of the Tubus 2 with CORRIGO air discharge system Installation length / height “B” [mm] 2000 2250 2500 Rec. max. door width for “vertical one- sided” [m] Rec. max. door width for “vertical two- sided”...
Design and installation of your air curtain system The installation forms during vertical installation (Tubus-V) TUBUS with vertical installation TUBUS as double unit with vertical installation Status 08.12.2014 Page 17...
Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus How to secure the Tubus-V device Firstly you must decide the direction in which your new system is going to take air in, and the direction in which the air will be discharged. Then put the floor plate down at the place where the device is going to stand;...
The installation forms during horizontal installation (Tubus-H) TUBUS with horizontal installation How to secure the Tubus-H device Correct mounting! Mounting for door air curtain The air can flow without ob- struction Status 08.12.2014 Page 19...
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Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus Incorrect mounting! The air stream is blocked or obstructed by the wall. It should be moved away from the wall or mounted dif- ferently. During installation, you can choose between mounting to the wall or ceiling: Special wall mounting brackets with heavy duty dowels are used for wall mounting.
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WARNING It is essential to use all specified anchor points on the air curtain system! Special mounting materials can be obtained from Teddington. The mounting materials must be adapted to the local situation and the struc- tural stability checked where necessary. The supplied mounting material must be checked for suitability and replaced if necessary.
How to adjust your system perfectly to your needs Before commissioning your air curtain system you must ensure that all water installa- tions and electrical installations have been carried out correctly Water and electrical installations on the Tubus-V device Connections for electricity and water Tubus-V device The heater battery connections for hot water operation are found on the top or bot- tom of the device.
Water and electrical installations on the Tubus-H device Electrical and water connections Tubus-H device The heater battery connections for hot water operation are found on the side of the system. Flow and return flow are labelled. There are likewise cable entries on the side of the system for the electrical connection of motors.
Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus Before commissioning, all pipes must undergo an expert pressure in- spection. Similarly, all electrical cables must be inspected! Incorrect con- nection can lead to danger to life! Important: no safety parts, covers and grounding conductor connections DANGER should be removed.
Adjusting the air discharge element The air discharge element can be simply pivoted manual- ly by up to 16 degrees outwards or inwards. In order for your system to achieve the best screening, the air dis- charge element must be pivoted wide enough outwards. You can find more information in the chapter “How to optimise your system’s screening capacity”.
Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus Servicing schedule Maintenance Maintenance task: Authorised person: interval − Check / clean / vacuum the Monthly Anybody familiar with the operating instructions and the hazards of the heater battery system. − Clean device, remove dirt and...
When electrical heating is present: After a longer operating break, the heater battery must be cleaned before being put back into operation (risk of fire through dirt deposits). WARNING Opening and closing the device To open the air curtain, the selector switch on the controller must be set to “zero”. Wear protective goggles when opening the system and when cleaning the heater battery to prevent dirt and dust particles from inside the sys- tem getting into your eyes.
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Air curtain system operating instructions Tubus To open the air curtain there are two flat locks on its air intake side. To open the air intake grid, these must be turned 90° using an Allen key. By removing the screws...
Service hotline and serial number of your air curtain system Call our service hotline on 02683 9694-0, and our customer service will be happy to advise and assist you! Please specify the serial number of your air curtain for all questions. This can be found on the inside of the system when the inspection cover is open or on the front page of these operating instructions.
EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, based on its design and construction method, as well as the models placed on the market by us. In case of modifications to the TUBUS air curtain system that have not been agreed with Teddington Luftschleieranlagen GmbH, this declaration loses its validity.
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