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Dynabrade 61461 Operation And Maintenance Manual

Explosion proof / dust ignition proof vacuum cleaner system electrically operated - immersion separator wet oil mix exp1-it 85 ex cfe hepa
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
EXPLOSION PROOF / DUST IGNITION PROOF VACUUM CLEANER SYSTEM
ELECTRICALLY OPERATED - IMMERSION SEPARATOR "WET (OIL) MIX"
MODEL 61461 DIVISION 1
EXP1-IT 85 EX CFE HEPA
File number: 090716
Designed and Certified for use in Class I - Group D, T3C
And Class II - Groups E, F & G Hazardous Locations
as defined in the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING,
CLEANING OR SERVICING
IMPORTANT - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXPLOSION PROOF / DUST IGNITION PROOF VACUUM CLEANER SYSTEM ELECTRICALLY OPERATED - IMMERSION SEPARATOR "WET (OIL) MIX" MODEL 61461 DIVISION 1 EXP1-IT 85 EX CFE HEPA File number: 090716 Designed and Certified for use in Class I - Group D, T3C And Class II - Groups E, F &...
  • Page 2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR THE IMMERSION SEPARATOR • This unit must be filled at all times with either mineral oil or any other neutralizing liquid required for the precipitation of the dust being recovered. • This unit must be filled up to the green liquid level indicator line shown on the immersion separator. •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INSPECTION ........................2 APPLICATIONS ....................... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS................4 PRE-USAGE INSTRUCTIONS ..................5 PRECAUTIONS FOR THE RECOVERY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ...... 7 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ..................8 TESTING FOR GROUND CONTINUITY ................9 FILTRATION SYSTEM ....................10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................

  • Page 4: Inspection

    Groups E, F & G Hazardous Locations as defined in the NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code and Canadian Electrical code). Model 61461 / EXP1-85 EX CFE HEPA is designed for dry recovery only and for use with vacuum assisted sanders and grinders. The dust is precipitated into an immersion bath which neutralizes it.
  • Page 5 ATMOSPHERES PRESENCE OF COMBUSTIBLE DUST Model 61461 / EXP1-85 EX CFE HEPA can be used in Class II - Groups E, F & G hazardous locations, which representative dusts are metals, coal and grain, Hazardous Locations, where ignitable concentrations of combustible dust can exist all of the time or some of the time under normal operating conditions.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Precautions

    3.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.1. DEGASSING VENT (OPTIONAL) A degassing vent is installed on the immersion separator as an optional safety feature to prevent gas from building up in the immersion separator. Any gas which may develop escapes through the vent. IMPORTANT: Refer to separate operating &...

  • Page 7: Pre-Usage Instructions

    4.0 PRE-USAGE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: It is the user’s responsibility to determine the appropriate liquid to use to neutralize the dust. WARNING: This vacuum cleaner system must be properly grounded.DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT A PROPER GROUND SOURCE. WARNING: Use only original replacement parts from the manufacturer or from one of its authorized distributors.
  • Page 8 a. Consult local electric code and authority having jurisdiction before operation. Make sure the electrical installation is compatible with the voltage stated on the nameplate. b. Examine the vacuum cleaner system’s power cable for damage (cracking or ageing) before use. Return to manufacturer for servicing if damaged. Use only the power cable supplied with the unit or one purchased from the manufacturer.

  • Page 9: Precautions For The Recovery Of Hazardous Materials

    5.0 PRECAUTIONS FOR THE RECOVERY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS WARNING: Model 61461 / EXP1-IT 85 EX CFE not equipped with a HEPA filter is not suitable for the recovery of hazardous materials. DANGER: If the vacuum cleaner is used to recover toxic or nuisance materials, the following safety precautions must be taken: a.

  • Page 10: Grounding Instructions

    6.0 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This vacuum cleaner system must be properly grounded. If it should malfunction, or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This vacuum cleaner system is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor.

  • Page 11: Testing For Ground Continuity

    7.0 TESTING FOR GROUND CONTINUITY WARNING: Test the electrical continuity of the vacuum cleaner before use. This will ensure that any static electricity that is produced while vacuuming will be discharged to ground. WARNING: Use only original replacement parts from the manufacturer or from one of its authorized distributors.

  • Page 12: Filtration System

    8.0 FILTRATION SYSTEM Filter chamber    1. Main cloth filter (Additional pre-filter available as an option) 2. HEPA filter (Efficiency > 99.995% on 0.3 micron.) 3. Filter chamber A Suction intake...
  • Page 13 Immersion separator  Suction inlet Connection inlet Immersion separator Drain valve Separator cone Stainless steel screen Sieve basket Coalescing Filter Element (CFE)

  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    9.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Turn off the vacuum cleaner system and unplug the power cable before servicing. a. Shut off main air supply and open ball valve on the frame of the vacuum cleaner system to relieve the pressure in the air supply hoses. b.
  • Page 15 Immersion separator a. Detach the immersion separator...
  • Page 16 b. Remove the baffle system c. Remove the sieve basket...
  • Page 17 WARNING: Before use the inside of the immersion separator, the baffle system, the sieve basket and the hose should be clean and dry d. Fill the immersion separator with liquid. Check the liquid level indicator for the appropriate level. WARNING: It is the user’s responsibility to determine the appropriate liquid to use to neutralize the dust.
  • Page 18 f. Put back the sieve basket g. Put back the baffle system in place.
  • Page 19 h. Put back the immersion separator in place: Filter chamber i. Disengage the latches and remove the powerhead from the filter chamber. j. Optional: Install the pre-filter with elastic in the filter chamber by overlapping the filter’s elastic over the lip of the filter chamber. Make certain that the elastic covers the entire circumference of the filter chamber.
  • Page 20 m. Connect the airline hose of one or two suction/air hose(s) to the air outlets placed on the frame of the vacuum cleaner system n. Connect one or two suction / air supply hose(s) to the suction intake(s). If using only one suction hose with the vacuum cleaner, close the unused suction intake with the storage plug to prevent loss of suction.
  • Page 21 q. Connect the vacuum cleaner to a grounded electrical outlet. r. Open the main air supply and the ball valve on the vacuum cleaner system. s. To turn the vacuum cleaner on, turn switch to the ON position t. Operate the sander/pneumatic tools as required. WARNING: Follow the instructions provided with the sander/pneumatic tool to ensure proper operation.

  • Page 22: Cleaning And Maintenance

    10.0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off the vacuum cleaner system and unplug the power cable before servicing or storing. a. Shut off main air supply and open ball valve on the frame of the vacuum cleaner system to relieve the pressure in the air supply hoses. b.
  • Page 23 VERIFICATION OF NEUTRALIZING LIQUID LEVEL After 5 hours of consecutive use turn off the vacuum cleaner system and verify the neutralizing liquid level is still between the indicated minimum and maximum levels. If the neutralizing liquid level is below the indicated minimum level adjust by filling the wet mix immersion separator with neutralizing liquid up to the appropriate level IMPORTANT: In order to check the level of liquid the vacuum cleaner...
  • Page 24 c. Use the drain valve to empty collected material. d. To operate drain valve lift the safety ring and turn the handle. Optional drain hoses are available for use with the drain valve. WARNING: Empty collected materials into suitable container. WARNING: Empty the immersion separator when necessary but also after each use (8 hours shift).
  • Page 25 Immersion separator a. Clean the baffle system and remove all remaining material with brush...
  • Page 26 b. Clean hose to remove any accumulated dust, debris or material recovered. WARNING: Be sure to remove any remaining materials after use by rinsing and cleaning the immersion separator, the baffle system, the sieve basket and the hose. c. Check the Coalescing Filter Element (CFE) on a regular basis and replace when saturated WARNING: Do not use the Coalescing Filter Element (CFE) after...

  • Page 27: Replacing The Coalescing Filter Elements (Cfe)

    11.0 REPLACING THE COALESCING FILTER ELEMENTS (CFE) For users who wish to implement a conservative protocol it is recommended to replace the coalescing filter element (CFE), once a year. WARNING: Proper clothing and respiratory equipment are required when replacing the coalescing filter element. IMPORTANT: Use only original brand replacement coalescing filter elements (CFE).
  • Page 28 a. Disconnect the connecting hose on the immersion separator b. Detach the latches maintaining the coalescing filter element (CFE) housing...
  • Page 29 c. Lift the coalescing filter element (CFE) housing and place it on a flat surface WARNING: Take the necessary safety precautions as there is a mix of neutralizing liquid and dust on the surface of the filter d. Remove the used Coalescing Filter Element (CFE) and install a new coalescing filter element (CFE).
  • Page 30 f. Place back the powerhead on the immersion separator g. Fix the powerhead to the immersion separator with latches a. Connect the connecting hose on the immersion separator...

  • Page 31: Assembling And Replacing The Hepa Filter

    12.0 ASSEMBLING AND REPLACING THE HEPA FILTER A HEPA filter is designed for filtration of ultra-fine particles. A clogged HEPA filter will reduce the air flow thereby reducing the vacuum’s performance thus requiring replacement. The life of the HEPA filter depends greatly on the use of the vacuum cleaner system. The best indication of a saturated HEPA filter is a noticeable drop in the performance of the vacuum cleaner system.
  • Page 32 a. Shut off main air supply and open ball valve on the frame of the vacuum cleaner system to relieve the pressure in the air supply hoses. b. Once the pressure has been relieved close ball valve on the frame of the vacuum cleaner system c.
  • Page 33 d. Gently remove the housing and place it on a flat surface. e. Place a poly liner around the now exposed HEPA filter. Carefully remove the HEPA filter from the back plate. Place the HEPA filter into the poly liner, gently twist the poly liner and then seal it with a tie wrap.

  • Page 34: Motor Maintenance

    13.0 MOTOR MAINTENANCE The motor used in this vacuum cleaner system is designed for maintenance free operation and it does not need to be serviced. However, clean regularly the vacuum cleaner system surfaces with a damped cloth to avoid dust accumulation. 14.0 STORAGE It is recommended that the inside of the immersion separator be clean and dry when...

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