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Instruction manual
REV. 1.0 OF 21/07/2020
ELECTROFOG
EWV8 - EWV10

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  • Page 1 CEDAX S.R.L. - VIA F. GUARINI 15 - 47121 FORLÌ - ITALY - TEL. +39 0543/780600 - FAX. +39 0543/473018 http://www.cedax.it - e-mail: info@cedax.org Instruction manual REV. 1.0 OF 21/07/2020 ELECTROFOG EWV8 - EWV10...
  • Page 2 - This manual must be kept for the entire life of the machine in a place accessible to all personnel involved in the operation and maintenance of the machine. - This manual is covered by copyright, all rights are reserved; reproductions and communications, even partial, of its content are prohibited without the prior (written) authorization of CEDAX S.r.l.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ELECTROFOG TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REVISION TABLE OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ITS PARTS Parts of the Manual Revision Table of contents Chapter Instruction Manual Release Revision Date - 1 -...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ELECTROFOG TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................1 REVISION TABLE OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ITS PARTS ......1 0. INTRODUCTION ....................5 PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL .....................5 LAYOUT AND TOPICS ......................5 METHOD USED FOR UPDATING ..................6 PERSONNEL REQUIRED TO CONSULT THE MANUAL ..........7 CONVENTIONAL REFERENCES ..................8 0.5.a Symbols used in the manual ....................8 0.5.b Abbreviations ........................8...
  • Page 5 ELECTROFOG TABLE OF CONTENTS 3.4.a Risks for exposed persons ....................28 RULES FOR ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE ............29 SAFETY STANDARDS FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ..........30 SAFETY STANDARDS FOR TESTING AND TRAINING ..........31 SAFETY STANDARDS ON ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ..........31 DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY SIGNS .................32 3.10 DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY DEVICES ................33 3.11 RESIDUAL RISKS ......................33 4.
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS ELECTROFOG NATURE AND FREQUENCY OF CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ..51 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE INTERVENTIONS ..............52 7.3.a Thermostat threshold adjustment ..................52 PERIODIC CONTROL AND REPLACEMENT INTERVENTIONS ........52 7.4.a Cleaning the machine .......................53 UNSCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ..................53 STORAGE .........................54 8. PROBLEMS, CAUSES AND REMEDIES ............55 9.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    ELECTROFOG INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL LAYOUT AND TOPICS This manual, which is an integral part of the machine, The manual has been divided into specific sections, has been created by the Manufacturer to provide the identified by a number indicated in all chapters and sub- necessary information to those who are authorised chapters.
  • Page 8: Method Used For Updating

    INTRODUCTION ELECTROFOG METHOD USED FOR UPDATING The Manufacturer reserves the right to modify the design and make improvements to the Machine without communicating it to Customers and without updating the Manual already delivered to the user. Moreover, if changes, which have been agreed with the Manufacturer, are made to the Machine installed at the Customer’s premises and involve the modification of one or more chapters of the Instruction Manual, it will be the...
  • Page 9: Personnel Required To Consult The Manual

    ELECTROFOG INTRODUCTION PERSONNEL REQUIRED TO CONSULT THE MANUAL This manual is aimed at all those persons who, regardless of their professional position in the workplace, come into direct contact with the machine or, in any case, are working in the surrounding area. The layout of the manual (in sections divided by topic and sector) allows you to brief and instruct the personnel specifically assigned to the tasks for which they are...
  • Page 10: Conventional References

    INTRODUCTION ELECTROFOG CONVENTIONAL REFERENCES 0.5.b Abbreviations 0.5.a Symbols used in the manual Abbreviation Meaning A series of symbols are used in the manual to highlight approx. Approximately procedures or safety information. These warnings are differentiated according to the level chap. Chapter of risk they pose to the operator and the machine.
  • Page 11: Glossary And Terminology

    ELECTROFOG INTRODUCTION 0.5.c Glossary and terminology Production plant manager: qualified technician, with experience and expertise in the field of When drafting the manual, uncommon terms have machinery for the reference sector. The manager been adopted; below are some recurring terms in the must be aware of the general safety regulations manual in order to provide a more complete view of their (machine and workplace safety) to prevent any risk...
  • Page 12 INTRODUCTION ELECTROFOG Machine status; machine status means: the operating mode: automatic operation, with hold- to-run control, stop, etc.; the condition of the safety devices on the machine: emergency stop pressed, type of isolation of energy sources, etc. Symbol Description Machine off: with electrical and pneumatic power supply disconnected. Machine on: with electrical and pneumatic power supply connected and safely stopped.
  • Page 13: Units Of Measurement

    ELECTROFOG INTRODUCTION 0.5.d Units of measurement PRESERVATION OF THE MANUAL The units of measurement adopted refer to the The Instruction Manual must be stored carefully and conventions of the INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM OF must accompany the Machine in all the changes of UNITS (IS).
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  • Page 15: General Information

    ELECTROFOG GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION MANUFACTURER AND MACHINE IMPORTANT IDENTIFICATION 1.1.a Manufacturer All the data on the identification plate must always be kept legible. CEDAX S.r.l. If the plate deteriorates with use and is no longer Via F. Guarini, 15 legible, even partly, you should request another I - 47121 Forlì...
  • Page 16: Machine Conformity

    GENERAL INFORMATION ELECTROFOG 1.1.c Machine conformity TECHNICAL SUPPORT The ELECTROFOG machine (models EWV8 and Our support service is at your complete disposal to EWV10) is marketed with the declaration of conformity resolve any problems that may arise, or provide all the with the provisions of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
  • Page 17: Warranty

    ELECTROFOG GENERAL INFORMATION WARRANTY The machine is covered by warranty as indicated in the general terms and conditions of sale. If, during the warranty period, defective operations or faults of machine parts occur (which fall under the cases indicated by the warranty), the Manufacturer, after the appropriate checks on the machine, will repair or replace the defective parts.
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  • Page 19: Technical Information

    ELECTROFOG TECHNICAL INFORMATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION OVERVIEW Machine designation The Electrofog (models EWV8 and EWV10), hereinafter referred to as “Machine”, is intended exclusively for use in combination with XEDA products for the treatment of fruit and vegetables in cold storage, silos or disinfection of premises.
  • Page 20 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ELECTROFOG high pressure fan (1); You must know the device model before using the machine. heating element (2); volume pump with adjustable flow rate (3). ATTENTION product fogging pipe barrel (4). fire-fighting water container (5); electrical panel (6) with control panel; The use of unsuitable products could cause machine failure and damage to installations and Machine/barrel quick coupling (7).
  • Page 21: Electrical Panel

    ELECTROFOG TECHNICAL INFORMATION 2.1.a Electrical panel The electrical panel consists of the following elements: POWER TEMPERATURA RISCALDATORE TEMPERATURA TRATTAMENTO RIARMO LIVELLO ACQUA DIFETTO ALIMENTAZIONE BASSA TEMPERATURA VENTILATORE RISCALDATORE POMPA DEBIT 1. Main switch/Emergency stop. ATTENTION 2. Heater temperature thermostat (heating element temperature).
  • Page 22: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION ELECTROFOG TECHNICAL DATA The machine must be installed on surfaces that do not transmit vibrations and in places where there is no danger of collisions with other mechanical systems. General technical data Lighting of the operating area Machine type Semi-automatic The machine is intended for use in enclosed places Treatment of fruit and...
  • Page 23: Intended Use

    ELECTROFOG TECHNICAL INFORMATION INTENDED USE IMPROPER USE The machine is intended exclusively for use in Improper use means use of the machine according to combination with Xeda products for the treatment of fruit work criteria that do not comply with the instructions and vegetables in cold rooms, silos or for the disinfection contained in this manual and that, in any case, pose a of premises.
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  • Page 25: Safety

    ELECTROFOG SAFETY SAFETY GENERAL RULES activity to be carried out to prevent harm to the safety design construction phase, and health of persons. Manufacturer has paid particular attention to aspects All transportation, installation, use, routine and that can cause risks to the safety and health of unscheduled maintenance work of the machine must persons interacting with the machine.
  • Page 26: Personnel Requirements

    SAFETY ELECTROFOG PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS This manual is aimed at all those persons who, regardless of their professional position in the workplace, come into direct contact with the machine or, in any case, are working in the surrounding area. Symbol Description 1st level machine operator: personnel without specific skills, able to perform only simple tasks, i.e.
  • Page 27 ELECTROFOG SAFETY Symbol Description Mechanical maintenance technician: qualified technician, able to perform the tasks of the 2nd level operator and, in addition, able to intervene on the mechanical parts to make adjustments, maintenance and necessary repairs. He is not authorized to intervene on electrical systems in the presence of voltage.
  • Page 28: Work Clothing

    SAFETY ELECTROFOG 3.2.a Work clothing During application and cleaning of application equipment: Eyes/face wear a visor. Skin protection wear protective clothing: a combination of cotton fibre or synthetic type (category III, EN 13034 type 6). Wear an apron or Class III apron (partial PPE) and PB (3) to be worn over the above combination.
  • Page 29: Rules For Handling And Installation

    ELECTROFOG SAFETY RULES FOR HANDLING AND During installation, respect the perimeter areas indicated by the Manufacturer, taking into account INSTALLATION all surrounding work activities as well. The Before starting the installation phases, it is necessary implementation of this requirement must also be to implement a “safety plan”...
  • Page 30: Rules For Operation And Use

    SAFETY ELECTROFOG RULES FOR OPERATION AND USE 3.4.a Risks for exposed persons If used in the safety configuration indicated by the In addition to being properly documented on the use Manufacturer, the machine does not present risks for of the machine, the operator must possess the skills exposed persons.
  • Page 31: Rules For Adjustments And Maintenance

    ELECTROFOG SAFETY RULES FOR ADJUSTMENTS AND Maintenance and adjustment operations must be MAINTENANCE carried out by authorised persons who must prepare Maintain the machine at maximum efficiency and all the necessary safety conditions and comply with carry out the scheduled maintenance operations the instructions contained in the documentation indicated by the Manufacturer.
  • Page 32: Safety Standards For Electrical Equipment

    SAFETY ELECTROFOG SAFETY STANDARDS FOR In addition to appropriate safety devices, the ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT machine safety manager must provide operators with first aid boxes (medical first aid) with IMPORTANT everything necessary to intervene if an operator suffers an electrical accident. If it is not possible to meet one or more of the conditions listed, which are essential for the proper functioning of the electrical equipment,...
  • Page 33: Safety Standards For Testing And Training

    ELECTROFOG SAFETY SAFETY STANDARDS FOR SAFETY STANDARDS ON TESTING AND TRAINING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Before carrying test first All organisations must apply procedures to identify, commissioning of the machine, the installation evaluate and control the affect that its activities (products, manager must check that the entire machine is safe, services, etc.) have on the environment.
  • Page 34: Description Of Safety Signs

    SAFETY ELECTROFOG DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY SIGNS Symbol Description The table shows the standard version of all the safety plates affixed to the machine; other plates could be Protective gloves must be worn. inserted if the machine is fitted with optional assemblies, which this manual does not currently include.
  • Page 35: Description Of Safety Devices

    ELECTROFOG SAFETY 3.10 DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY DEVICES 3.11 RESIDUAL RISKS Areas subject to residual hazards are areas where a DANGER danger persists for the operator even though safety measures and design precautions, also aimed at not compromising the functionality of the machine, have It is strictly forbidden to inhibit the safety devices been adopted.
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  • Page 37: Transportation, Handling, Storage

    TRANSPORTATION AND ELECTROFOG HANDLING TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING, STORAGE GENERAL WARNINGS Depending on the type of shipment adopted, the packages must be prepared and, if necessary, properly secured to guarantee safety during the transfers and ensure the integrity of the content. Before transporting the equipment, make sure that the outline of the shipping packages does not exceed the maximum dimensions envisaged.
  • Page 38: Storage And Warehousing Methods

    TRANSPORTATION AND ELECTROFOG HANDLING STORAGE AND WAREHOUSING METHODS Upon receipt of the material, the purchaser must prepare a suitable area in which to store the packages. To prevent the packages from creating a hazard or degrading, the storage area must be covered (preferably a closed environment to avoid contact with atmospheric agents) and accessible only to operators.
  • Page 39: Packaged Machine Transportation And Handling

    TRANSPORTATION AND ELECTROFOG HANDLING PACKAGED MACHINE 4.4.a Unpacking TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING Upon receiving the machine, it must be checked for any damage which may have occurred during shipment. Operator The machine is placed in the box with the fogging pipe qualification dismantled, plus a spanner to tighten the lance and a brush used to clean any residue In the lance after use.
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  • Page 41: Installation

    INSTALLATION ELECTROFOG INSTALLATION PERMITTED ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Unless otherwise specified in the order, the machine must operate regularly under the environmental conditions indicated. 5.1.a Temperature The machine can work at ambient temperatures from +5°C to +40°C. 5.1.b Lighting The machine is designed in line with regulatory provisions and trying to minimise the areas of shadow to make the operator’s work easier.
  • Page 42: Machine Assembly

    INSTALLATION ELECTROFOG MACHINE ASSEMBLY Operator qualification Number of operators Security measures Machine status The machine, as described in the chapter on transportation, is shipped with the fogging pipe dismantled, so it must be assembled before use. IMPORTANT Proceed as follows: Check that the machine is clean, especially inside the fogging pipe (1);...
  • Page 43: Placement Of The Machine

    INSTALLATION ELECTROFOG PLACEMENT OF THE MACHINE Place a collection container (3), containing a small amount of water, inside the cold room under the tube outlet (4). Operator qualification DANGER Number of operators The machine uses aerosol products (list on page Security 21) that are potentially hazardous to the operator's measures...
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  • Page 45: Connection To Energy Sources And Relevant Controls

    INSTALLATION ELECTROFOG CONNECTION TO ENERGY Check that the supply voltage corresponds to the voltage and frequency indicated (See “Technical data SOURCES AND RELEVANT and identification plate of the electrical component”). CONTROLS Check that the power supply has an efficient grounding 5.5.a Electrical connection system that complies with current standards.
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  • Page 47: Using The Machine

    USING THE MACHINE ELECTROFOG USING THE MACHINE GENERAL WARNINGS PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS The number of accidents resulting from the use of Before starting the machine: machines depends on many factors that cannot carefully check that the tools used for installation always be prevented and controlled. Some accidents or other foreign materials have not been left on the may depend on unpredictable environmental factors, machine;...
  • Page 48: Fire Prevention

    USING THE MACHINE ELECTROFOG 6.2.a Fire prevention Move and/or protect all flammable materials located near the machine (at least 2 metres from the front of the fogging pipe). DANGER To prevent fires: • never leave the automatic device running; • in the event of a power failure or when the main switch is used as an emergency stop, immediately remove the fogging pipe from the...
  • Page 49: Safety Device

    USING THE MACHINE ELECTROFOG 6.2.b Safety device AUTOMATIC operation is only allowed with a heater temperature below 650°C; exceeding this temperature The machine is fitted with a safety device (1) (thermostat causes the KS relay to be disconnected and, therefore, for temperature control, connected to the safety relay the following are stopped: KS), which is activated in the event of faults.
  • Page 50: Using The Machine

    USING THE MACHINE ELECTROFOG USING THE MACHINE Start-up procedure: 1. Turn the main switch to “ON” position. This chapter is intended to provide all the necessary 2. Press the blue reset button. information to the operator in charge of using the 3.
  • Page 51: Using Xeda Aerosol Products

    USING THE MACHINE ELECTROFOG 6.3.c Using XEDA Aerosol Products 6.3.d Emergency conditions DANGER DANGER The machine uses aerosol products that are The machine uses aerosol products that are potentially hazardous to the operator's health, as potentially hazardous to the operator's health, as described in the data sheets.
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  • Page 53: Maintenance And Repair

    MAINTENANCE ELECTROFOG MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR GENERAL WARNINGS NATURE AND FREQUENCY OF CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE Operator interventions aimed at cleaning the machine OPERATIONS and adjusting have been limited to the minimum necessary. Efficient maintenance and thorough cleaning are All maintenance operations that require specific essential conditions to ensure correct operation and technical expertise or special skills must be carried optimal performance of the machine.
  • Page 54: Periodic Maintenance Interventions

    MAINTENANCE ELECTROFOG PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PERIODIC CONTROL AND INTERVENTIONS REPLACEMENT INTERVENTIONS The safety components (guards, emergency button, IMPORTANT etc.) MUST be replaced with ORIGINAL spare parts to ensure the safety of the operators and maintain the machine warranty. Before the start of the processing season of products stored in the cold room, the machine Immediately replace any faulty parts and devices must be overhauled by a company agreed with...
  • Page 55: Cleaning The Machine

    MAINTENANCE ELECTROFOG 7.4.a Cleaning the machine UNSCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Unscheduled maintenance operations are all the Operator operations not included in the list for routine maintenance. qualification ATTENTION Number of operators Unscheduled maintenance operations can only be Security carried out by the Manufacturer or by designated measures technicians trained for this purpose.
  • Page 56: Storage

    MAINTENANCE ELECTROFOG STORAGE Electrofog and the treatment product should be stored above 0°C. When storing, check that the machine contains no water to prevent freezing and possible damage. - 54 -...
  • Page 57: Problems, Causes And Remedies

    PROBLEMS, CAUSES ELECTROFOG AND REMEDIES PROBLEMS, CAUSES AND REMEDIES The following is a list of possible faults that may occur IMPORTANT during machine operation. ATTENTION (*) These operations must be carried out by companies approved and agreed with Cedax; please refer to Annex 2. Repairs must be carried out by a specialised and suitable trained technician.
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  • Page 59: Demolition And Disposal

    DEMOLITION AND ELECTROFOG DISPOSAL DEMOLITION AND DISPOSAL WASTE DISPOSAL It will be the responsibility of the user, according to the laws in force in the country of use, to verify the correct disposal of the waste that the machine produces during the specific production.
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  • Page 61: 10. Warranty

    WARRANTY ELECTROFOG 10. WARRANTY The equipment is guaranteed for 12 months (excluding labour costs and travel expenses). Warranty means the repair or replacement, free of charge, of equipment components deemed to have manufacturing or material defects. The warranty does not apply to damage caused by carelessness; incorrect use and installation which does not comply with the warnings outlined in the manual;...
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  • Page 63: Annex 1

    ANNEX 1 ELECTROFOG 11. ANNEX 1 List of usable products - 61 -...
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  • Page 65: Annex 2

    ANNEX 2 ELECTROFOG 12. ANNEX 2 Authorised companies - 63 -...
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  • Page 67: Annex 3

    ANNEX 3 ELECTROFOG 13. ANNEX 3 Wiring diagram - 65 -...
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  • Page 69: Annex 4

    ANNEX 4 ELECTROFOG 14. ANNEX 4 Declaration of Conformity - 67 -...
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  • Page 74 Via F. Guarini, 15 - I - 47121 Forlì (FC) - Italy Tel. (+39) 0543.780600 - Fax. (+39) 0543.473018...
  • Page 75 REV1.0 ALLEGATO 1 – ANNEXE 1 – ANNEX 1 Elenco dei prodotti autorizzati e utilizzabili con questa macchina. Questo elenco è aggiornato alla data di revisione del presente avviso. Le autorizzazioni sono soggette a variazioni nel corso dell'anno, verificare che il prodotto sia ancora utilizzabile sul territorio.
  • Page 76 REV1.0 ALLEGATO 2 – ANNEXE 2 – ANNEX 2 Elenco delle aziende autorizzate per la manutenzione della macchina : Liste des entreprises agrées pour la maintenance des machines : List of companies approved for maintenance of machines : Via F GUARINI 15 CEDAX srl 47121 Forlì...
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