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AIRBENCH LTD
AOF
Operation and Maintenance
This Edition: 20
th
September 2022
AirBench Ltd, 6b Commerce Way, Colchester CO2 8HR
www.airbench.com
+44 (0) 1206 791191
© Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022
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  • Page 1 AIRBENCH LTD Operation and Maintenance This Edition: 20 September 2022 AirBench Ltd, 6b Commerce Way, Colchester CO2 8HR www.airbench.com +44 (0) 1206 791191 © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 1 of 20...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Starting and stopping the system MAINTENANCE Maintenance - Cleaning filters FILTER INDICATION - MECHANICAL GAUGE FILTER INDICATION - LED PANEL AIR PRESSURE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT Troubleshooting Thorough Examination and Testing Technical Warranty Terms © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 2 of 20...
  • Page 3: Cautions

    We do not accept responsibility for any inconvenience or damage caused by unusual or unspecified applications. If the product is damaged or service is required, please contact us. INTRODUCTION © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 3 of 20...
  • Page 4: Overview

    Responsible Person reads this manual fully prior to installation and operation of the AOF. This document refers to the AOF range. Models of this type are available with a range of filter configurations. The filter configuration in use is detailed on the system Commissioning Certificate and on order.
  • Page 5: Schematic And Numbering

    Flexible hose clamp Outside (std.) Ø150 Ø150 Ø200 dia. Type PM-150 PM-150 PM-200 Air inlet adaptor with Jacobs connection (std. x Outside Ø150 Ø150 Ø200 dia. Anti-vibration mount Type AV-832 (std.) © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 5 of 20...
  • Page 6 Oil drain hose Type DH-300 (std.) Pre-filter system (std.) Type PF-250 PF-250 PF-300 S – Standard (Coolant) After-filter Type system (std.) P – Practical (Oil smoke) SU-1800 Telescopic stand Type (opt.) 1100-1800mm height © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 6 of 20...
  • Page 7: Operation

    (stop) button. You do not need to start and stop the system for every part being machined, ideally start the AOF at the start of your shift and stop the system when you shut down the CNC machine.
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    This is a requirement under COSHH. This can be carried out by our fully trained AirBench Engineers - feel free to contact us to get this test booked in.
  • Page 9: Maintenance - Cleaning Filters

    Ensure AOF is switched off and isolated prior to opening the cover. To gain access to the pre-filter and main filter you will need to open the clasp on the front end of the AOF and open the filter housing. Depending on installation you may need to remove the flexible pipe from the unit first by removing the quick release Jacobs clamp located on the inlet to the AOF.
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  • Page 11 Final Filter (HEPA) The final stage filter (HEPA) is not serviceable and should not be cleaned. P-Type filter life expectancy 9 -12 months S-Type filter life expectancy 2 - 3 years (single shift) © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 11 of 20...
  • Page 12: Filter Indication - Mechanical Gauge

    An amber indication requires attention to the air inlet mesh, pre-filter and main filter to be cleaned as described above © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 12 of 20...
  • Page 13: Filter Indication - Led Panel

    Filter indication - LED panel Normal operation (Green) If the LED indication panel is showing green then this indicates a system which is running well with no air flow restrictions or blocked filters © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 13 of 20...
  • Page 14: Air Pressure Switch Adjustment

    If the pressure switches are not re-commissioned the system will not react accordingly to pressure change across the filters and will not indicate current and correct filter indication. Instruction to correctly alter the pressure switch settings can be found within the AOF installation manual © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Check and clean the shielding net of the inlet. The air hose is deformed or Check the position of the air hose to make sure the squashed air is flowing smoothly. © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 15 of 20...
  • Page 16 The oil mist collector is positioned Anti-vibration screws are necessary for positioning without anti-vibration screws the oil mist collector (It is a standard accessory in the package). © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 16 of 20...
  • Page 17: Thorough Examination And Testing

    THOROUGH EXAMINATION AND TESTING If AOF is used as an LEV system it must be tested at regular (normally 12 month) intervals and certificated under the COSHH regulations. This service is available from us, or our approved testers. Thorough examination and test should include: Ensuring the prescribed maintenance routines are being completed and recorded within the system logbook.
  • Page 18: Technical

    19/22 1.71/2.06 66/71 Ø150 <12m Standard AC380V AF-30P 1.15 KW 37/42 1.92/2.35 68/73 Ø200 <24m Above table is showing the testing results from the P series models. Model AF-10P AF-20P AF-30P © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 18 of 20...
  • Page 19: Warranty Terms

    The warranty is effective only for the original purchaser. If the product is resold other than by an authorized distributor, the warranty will be terminated. © Copyright AirBench Ltd 2022 Page 19 of 20...
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