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- Page 1 User Manual FireBOX GA USER MANUAL V1 Oct 18...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview of your FireBOX Unit (front) Overview of your FireBOX Unit (back) Important safety notes Safety labels Unpacking and unit placement Fume capture methods Connecting to power supply Connecting ducting & sensor hose Turning extraction unit on / Setting trip point Warning beacon &... - Page 3 Overview Beacon Fire Extinguisher Pressure gauge Digital Temperature display Valve Test / Reset buttons On/ Off Switch Pre Filter...
- Page 4 Overview Pressure gauge for trigger tube Mains In Fire extinguisher Mains out housing (to extractor) External Valve connector Air outlet & Valve Fire Extinguisher outlet Pressure Relief valve Air inlet...
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Page 5: Important Safety Notes
Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury: Always isolate the system from the mains power supply before removing the electrical access panel. 2. Use only as described in this manual. Connect the system to a properly grounded outlet. Important safety notes Dangers to eyes, breathing and skin Concerning symbols used on the extraction unit and referred... - Page 6 Serial Number Label Safety Instructions *example of label Meaning: This label contains a variety of information about the extraction unit, including. Warning and Information labels The following listing details labels used on your • Company name, Address & Contact number unit.
- Page 7 Ensure that 500 mm space is available around any vented Before installation panels on the unit to ensure adequate airflow. 3. With the unit in position lock the 2 front castors. Unit placement Before installation, check the unit for damage. All packaging must be removed before the unit is connected Locked Position Unlocked Position...
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Page 8: Fume Capture Methods
Installation Enclosures The extraction hose and nozzle can be attached to the enclosure surrounding the marking zone provided that the extraction point is within 50-75mm of the marking point. The unit has been designed to be installed as an inline device that should be connected between the fume source and the extraction unit for non-metallic applications. -
Page 9: Connecting To Power Supply
Installation The system MUST be connected to a properly earthed outlet. Connect the power cable to an isolated electrical supply. The mains socket should be installed near the FireBOX and should be easily accessible and able to be switched On/ Off. Connecting Auxiliary extraction unit The cable run should be arranged so as not to create a trip hazard. - Page 10 Installation The connectors should be attached to the standpipe Connecting the Vacuum sensor hose inside the 75mm port on the FireBOX with the sensor tube attached. The sensor tube should then be run If the FireBOX is going to be connected to a BOFA inside the 75mm hose and connected at the other end Autoflow extraction unit then an additional sensor to the BOFA extraction unit.
- Page 11 cut prematurely. Operation Setting the temperature to high, will not cut the power at the correct time. It is the customers responsibility to set the correct temperature set point. How to set the controller Take an ambient temperature measurement in the Turning FireBOX On area where the FireBOX will be located.
- Page 12 Valve testing Operation The Green and Red buttons on the front of the FireBOX can be used to test and reset the valves. Red button (Test valves) Pressing this button will close the valves. Press and hold the button for 1 second to activate the test. Warning Beacon Green Button (Reset Valves) Pressing this button will open the valves.
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Page 13: Cleaning The Unit
Maintenance Cleaning the unit The stainless steel units should be cleaned with a proprietary stainless steel cleaner, in accordance with the manufacturer’s user instructions Replacing Filters The BOFA extraction system that is connected to the FireBOX will constantly monitor the condition of the system Maintenance UK filters. -
Page 14: Pre-Filter Replacement
Maintenance Pre Filter Replacement The Pre filter needs replacing when the extraction unit alerts the user to do so and if fitted the filter blocked signal will be given. (Refer to extraction unit user manual for specification) To remove and replace the Pre filter follow the procedure detailed below. - Page 15 Filter disposal Replacement Parts The filters are manufactured from non-toxic materials. Filters are not re-usable, cleaning used filters is not recommended. The method of disposal of the used filters depends on the material deposited on them. For your guidance Consumable Spares Deposit Comment The FireBOX contains a pre filter that should be replaced...
- Page 16 Shipping Instructions – Dangerous Goods Classification System Specifications & Shipping Information The Firebox product category contains components which means that it has been classified as a Dangerous good under the Dangerous Goods Regulations. Unit: FireBOX The classification of the product falls under UN1044 - FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, CLASS 2.2 and will need Max Capacity: 500m /h (294cfm)
- Page 17 Contact Information BOFA Headquarters 19-20 Balena Close Creekmoor industrial Estate Poole Dorset BH17 7DU Phone: +44 (0) 1202 699444 BOFA Americas 303 S.Madison Street Staunton Illnois 62088 Phone: 001 (618) 205 5007 BOFA International GmbH Sudring 62 D-21465 Wentorf bei Hamburg Germany Phone: +49 (0) 40 7393735-15...
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