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SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX HEATER ATEX AND UKCA EX APPROVED FOR ZONES 1 & 2 PATENT PROTECTED GB2524076 USER MANUAL IT IS MANDATORY TO READ THIS USER MANUAL I S S U E 1 1 TO ENSURE THAT THIS EQUIPMENT IS USED...
WELCOME TO... SA Equip have been providing solutions for workers in dangerous environments for over 90 years, working directly with operatives to design practical, customisable and lasting solutions to lighting, ventilation, heating and power distribution challenges. As a result, we have earned a global reputation for innovation and first class service.
SAPH18/440 - SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX Heater 18kW A powerful, compact ATEX Heater for hazardous areas. The SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX Heater embodies all of our principles: ATEX, Tough, compact, powerful, user friendly and easily moveable. The SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX Heater can be easily carried to wherever it is needed.
HEATER INSIDE THE WORK AREA WITH DUCTING TO OUTSIDE Air is drawn into the area with SA CYCLONE Anti-static Ducting connected to the air intake. This provides ventilation in addition to heating. SA CYCLONE Anti-static Ducting can also be connected to...
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HEATER OUTSIDE THE WORK AREA WITH DUCTING TO INSIDE Air is blown into the area via SA CYCLONE Anti-static Ducting connected to the air outlet. This provides ventilation in addition to heating. HEATER WITH DUAL DUCTING SA CYCLONE Anti-static Ducting can also be connected to the air intake if required.
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POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS (CONTINUED) MULTIPLE HEATERS CONNECTED WITH DUCTING Connecting the heaters in series using SA CYCLONE Anti- static Ducting will increase the temperature lift achieved in low ambient temperatures. The airflow of each fan must be in the same direction. The maximum temperature achieved is limited by a safety device.
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For further information refer to statutory regulations and your company/ site guidelines relating to noise at work. IMPORTANT - This SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX Heater must not be taken into a Zone 0 Hazardous Area. The heater is to be used in a horizontal orientation only.
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DURING USE SWITCHING ON AND RUNNING THE HEATER Position and set up the heater according to the previous instructions. Check that the heater is safe for use and has no defects, paying particular attention to the heating elements, the impeller and both finger guards. Ensure there are no loose particles inside the heating chamber.
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SA Equip will invalidate any warranty and could compromise the safety and functionality of the equipment Only original spares from SA Equip must be used. The use of any other parts will invalidate any warranty and could compromise the safety and functionality of the equipment. SA Equip offer a full repairs service.
TROUBLESHOOTING NORMAL FLUCTUATION IN AIR TEMPERATURE Please note there will be some fluctuation in temperature of heated air during normal operation of the heater and should not be regarded as a fault. This is due to the automatically resetting thermostat which limits the temperature of the discharged air.
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Have Replace any fuses fuses tripped and it should be returned to SA Equip for investigation. Contact the SA Service Centre on +44 (0)333 240 6111 or service@saequip.com for more details. Does Contact the heater...
SPECIFICATION SAPH18/440 - SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX Heater 18kW SUPPLY VOLTAGE RANGE 400 to 440VAC (+/-10%) 3 phase 50/60hz The heater will be supplied fitted with either a 3P+E or a 3P+N+E plug as requested at time of order. NOMINAL OUTPUT POWER...
CERTIFICATION The SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX Portable Heater is ATEX certified as transportable equipment for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 Gas areas. Each heater has a marking plate bearing the specific product information and certification details as follows: ATEX CERTIFICATE NUMBER...
WARRANTY The SA FLEXIHEAT ATEX Heater has a product warranty of one year from the date of delivery. The warranty does not cover cables. The warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship. User abuse and/or failure to comply with these instructions will invalidate the warranty and may also invalidate the safety certification.