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Esta FILTOWER F-100 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 The World of Extraction FILTOWER F Hall Ventilation System...
  • Page 2 The World of Extraction Welcome to the sphere of suction technology Your purchase of an ESTA machine has been a good decision. The design of our quality products complies with the latest state of the art. ESTA products have been devised to provide for clean air at the workplaces at which they are applied.
  • Page 3 Operating Instructions FILTOWER F Fan unit FILTOWER F-100 (Order no.: 667,100) FILTOWER F-160 (Order no.: 667,160) FILTOWER F-200 (Order no.: 667,200) and variations Do not use this device unless you have read the operating instructions and understood them. Original operating instructions...
  • Page 4 Type of device: FILTOWER F fan unit Article no.: 667.100 // 667.160 // 667.200 and variants Publisher ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Tel.: +49 (0) 73 07 80 4 -0 Gotenstr. 2-6 Fax: +49 (0) 73 07 80 4 -500...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents ..........................3 General instructions ......................5 Target group ......................5 Tips .......................... 6 Product identification ...................... 7 Technical Data ......................7 Intended application ....................8 Product description ....................... 10 Device image FILTOWER F ................... 10 Functional description .................... 11 Safety ..........................
  • Page 6 Contents Notes ............................. 44 FILTOWER F 667100A-52-02...

  • Page 7: General Instructions

    General instructions General instructions 1.1 Target group This guide is aimed at the following target groups: Task Target group Qualification Protective equip- ment Essential knowledge - Safety shoes Warehouse and warehouse Transportation - Safety helmet logistics staff and transport indus- - Work gloves Basic knowledge of - Hearing protection...

  • Page 8: Tips

    Check the completeness of the documents and pay attention to their content. Further documents are available on top of these instructions. You can request any documents required from ESTA.  Fan unit control manual  additional maintenance instructions for the filter unit filter ...

  • Page 9: Product Identification

    Product identification Product identification 2.1 Technical Data We reserve the right to make technical changes // Observe the specifications on the rating plate Item no. 667100 667160 667200 Model FILTOWER F-100 F-160 F-200 Drive power [kW] 2 x 3.0 2 x 4.0 2 x 7.5 Connection voltage Nominal frequency...

  • Page 10: Intended Application

     For the separation of smoke from unalloyed and low-alloy steels; e.g. with low nickel and chrome content.  As a central extraction system for multiple welding workstations.  Only for dry cleaning. Other applications are considered unintended use. ESTA is not liable for damages due to unintended use! FILTOWER F 667100A-52-02...
  • Page 11 Product identification 2.2.3 Improper use The device has been manufactured according to the state of the art and recognized safety regulations. Unintended use may cause hazards. Therefore:  Not for the extraction of flammable welding fumes.  Do not use or store outdoors or in wet conditions. ...

  • Page 12: Product Description

    Product description 3 Product description 3.1 Device image FILTOWER F Fan unit Filter unit Control unit Disposal unit FILTOWER F 667100A-52-02...

  • Page 13: Functional Description

    The device is supplied with or disconnected from the requisite power via the de- vice's main switch. After activation with the device's main switch and switching on at the On/Off switch, the device starts up immediately. Its other functions are the same as the FILTOWER F-100 and F-160. 667100A-52-02 FILTOWER F fan unit...

  • Page 14: Safety

    Failure to comply can lead to mild injury and to damage to the device. NOTE Instruction about a hazard. Failure to comply can lead to damage to the device. 4.2 Symbol explanation Further information Reference to ESTA customer service Reference to legal regulations FILTOWER F 667100A-52-02...
  • Page 15 2. Wait 5 minutes. 3. Then pull out the collection drawer or open the device. ESTA service label. Show when and by whom the last maintenance was carried out by the ESTA maintenance service and when maintenance is next planned by the ESTA maintenance service.

  • Page 16: General Safety Instructions

    Safety 4.3 General safety instructions During extraction, the volume flow returned from the device into the room should be no more than 50% of the air supplied. With open room ventilation, supply air flow should be assumed as equal to the room volume every hour. This means that the rate of air replacement must be once per hour.

  • Page 17: Preventing Electrical Hazards

     Any work on the electrical grid and on voltage-conducting parts may only be performed by an electrical specialist.  Use only original ESTA replacement parts. DANGER High-voltage electric shock when working on the open switch box  Turn off at the device's main switch and secure with a padlock against re- activation! ...

  • Page 18: Preventing Dust Hazards

    Safety 4.6 Preventing dust hazards CAUTION Damage due to dust release  Maintenance, cleaning, repair and emptying work must be done only by expert personnel.  Wear personal protective gear. Respirator mask (particle filter class P3) Protective clothing Protective gloves ...

  • Page 19: Preventing Noise Hazards

    Delivery and commissioning 4.8 Preventing noise hazards CAUTION Danger of hearing damage from release of compressed air impulses when filter elements are being cleaned  Keep device covers closed.  Wear hearing protection.  Only open the device with the compressed air tank depressurised. To do this: Switch off suction on the control unit.

  • Page 20: Connection

     Pay attention to the weight of the device and its centre of gravity during all transport work. ESTA customer service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 5.2 Connection Before establishing cable connections between the device and the mains, check whether the operating voltage specified on the rating plate matches that of the mains.
  • Page 21 Delivery and commissioning 5.2.1 FILTOWER F-100 & F-160 control unit description The control unit is equipped with the following elements. 1) DEVICE MAIN SWITCH Device main switch for turning the device on and off. This switch is also used as the EMERGENCY-OFF facility and renders the device currentless following deactivation.
  • Page 22 Delivery and commissioning 5.2.2 FILTOWER F-200 control unit description The control unit is equipped with the following elements. 1) DEVICE MAIN SWITCH Device main switch for turning the device on and off. This switch is also used as the EMERGENCY-OFF facility and renders the device currentless following deactivation.
  • Page 23 Delivery and commissioning 5.2.3 Pneumatic connection NOTE Risk of corrosion to the compressed air tank or damage to the filter elements when using unfiltered compressed air.  Use a compressed air maintenance unit to make sure that only oil- and water-free compressed air is fed to the device.
  • Page 24 Delivery and commissioning 5.2.4 Electrical connection DANGER Electric shock from high voltages  Follow the safety rules for working with electrical devices!  Secure the main switch against reactivation with a padlock when working on the device.  Any work on the electrical grid and on voltage-conducting parts may only be performed by an electrical specialist.

  • Page 25: Function Check

    Delivery and commissioning 5.3 Function check Before the device is first used, a function check must be performed. Turn the device's main switch to position "I" for a device function check. 5.3.1 Rotation direction monitoring When the direction of rotation is incorrect, the device becomes impermissibly hot, the volume increases, the airflow volume falls, and the device’s suction perfor- mance suffers.

  • Page 26: Commissioning

    Delivery and commissioning 5.4 Commissioning Use original ESTA accessories. When the function check is complete, put the device into operation. For putting into operation: 1. Insert empty disposal cartons (without lid) into the collection drawer. To do this: Pull the lowest cover upwards by the handles.
  • Page 27 Delivery and commissioning Lift up the levers of the lifting device to lower the collection drawer. Pull out the collection drawer slowly and care- fully. Insert new, empty disposal cartons into the bracket of the collection drawer. Push the collection drawer fully back into the device.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting During Commissioning

    Delivery and commissioning 5.5 Troubleshooting during commissioning Fault Possible cause Possible solution The motor shuts down be- The switching devices Adjust the switching devic- fore reaching the operat- present are incorrectly set esaccordingly, provide for ing speed. up or unsuitable. potential heavy starts Time for star-delta switch Check time relay;...

  • Page 29: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Operating instructions 6.1 Operating the device 6.1.1 FILTOWER F-100 & F-160 Prior to putting the extraction system into operation each time, you must check that the compressed air is connected, pressure is applied (3–5 bar) and the system is in a safe and operational state.

  • Page 30: Jet Pulse Cleaning

    Operating instructions 6.1.2 FILTOWER F-200 Prior to putting the extraction system into operation each time, you must check that the compressed air is connected, pressure is applied (3–5 bar) and the system is in a safe and operational state. When starting the suction operation: 1.
  • Page 31 Operating instructions 6.2.1 Automatic cleaning during suction operation When?  Suction power weakens.  The device reaches the preset minimum airflow volume. How? 1. Cleaning cycle starts automatically during suction operation. 2. Pulse-like surges of compressed air are successively introduced into the filter cartridge.

  • Page 32: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    Maintenance & troubleshooting Maintenance & troubleshooting 7.1 Maintenance instructions CAUTION Damage due to dust release  Maintenance, cleaning, repair and emptying work must be done only by expert personnel.  Wear personal protective gear. Respirator mask (particle filter class P3) Protective clothing Protective gloves ...
  • Page 33 Detailed descriptions of the maintenance work are contained in the supplementary maintenance instructions. Please consult them! ESTA maintenance service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 ESTA replacement part service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 667100A-52-02 FILTOWER F fan unit...

  • Page 34: Inspection And Maintenance Intervals

    Maintenance & troubleshooting 7.2 Inspection and maintenance intervals The inspection and maintenance intervals specified here refer to normal application conditions. In the event of difficult conditions (e.g. heavy dust ac- crual, etc.) and longer daily hours of operation:  Shorten the intervals specified In the event of occasional use of the device: ...
  • Page 35 7.2.1 Spare and wear parts Use original ESTA replacement and wear parts! With the device's model information and serial number, request the replacement parts you need from ESTA replacement part service: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 FILTOWER F-Series Replacement parts 01001074...

  • Page 36: Filter Mat, Outlet Element

    Maintenance & troubleshooting Filter mat, outlet element CAUTION Damage due to dust release  Operate the device only with the complete filtration system.  Regularly check whether the filter mats have clogged. Filter mats are installed on the outlet elements at the sides. These must be checked regularly and replaced where necessary.
  • Page 37 Required tools:  Ring spanner  Cable tie or string (L ~1.5 metres)  Disposal bag (ESTA article no.: 06000358)  Broom, damp disposal cloth or industrial vacuum cleaner 1. Loosen and remove the fastening screws. 2. If present → detach the potential equalisation from the cover.

  • Page 38: Clean The Air Guide Plate

    Maintenance & troubleshooting 7.4 Clean the air guide plate The air guide plate acts as a filter pre-separator. This prevents the ingress of coarse particles into the filter space. Furthermore, it has an air-channelling func- tion, with which the service life of the filter cartridges is improved. The air guide plate must be checked regularly for adhesions and cleaned where possible.

  • Page 39: Store The Device

    Collection drawer full. Replace disposal carton; the device. empty collection drawer if necessary. Cleaning point set too low. Contact ESTA customer services adjust cleaning point. Motor protection trips. Motor was switched on/off Please consult the "Activa- too often within a short pe- tion operations for motors"...
  • Page 40 Maintenance & troubleshooting Fault Possible cause Possible solution Device will not switch on. Microfuse has blown. Contact ESTA customer service. Dust leaks and dust trails at Filter breakage Turn the device off im- air outlet openings. mediately. Then clean the entire device and re-...

  • Page 41: Disposal

    4. Package the device and the detachable parts as specified by local regula- tions. 5. Dispose of everything according to local regulations. Due to contamination of the device with toxic dusts, ESTA cannot take the device or individual parts of it back. 667100A-52-02...

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    Optional equipment Optional equipment The device can be fitted with different equipment options. The following optional equipment is available for this device. 9.1 Potential-free contact Optionally, the device can be equipped with a start-up through an external poten- tial-free contact. When so doing, observe the supplementary instructions on this optional equip- ment.

  • Page 43: Ec/Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EC/EU Declaration of Conformity 10 EC/EU Declaration of Conformity Name of manufacturer: ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Address of manufacturer: Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden Responsible for documentation: ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6...

  • Page 44: Notes

    Notes Notes ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden / Ay Tel.: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 500 Email: info@esta.com www.esta.com FILTOWER F 667100A-52-02...

  • Page 45: Notes

    Notes Notes ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden / Ay Tel.: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 500 Email: info@esta.com www.esta.com 667100A-52-02 FILTOWER F fan unit...
  • Page 46 Notes Notes ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstraße 2 - 6 89250 Senden / Ay Tel.: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 7307 804 - 500 Email: info@esta.com www.esta.com FILTOWER F 667100A-52-02...
  • Page 47 ESTA-FAX: + 49 (0) 73 07 - 80 45 00 I want to order the following items: Amount Order-No. Item description My address: Customer-No.: Company: Address: Contact person: Phone: Fax: E-mail: Signature: www.esta.com...
  • Page 48 • Oil Mist Separators • Extraction Fans • Extraction Arms • Central Extraction Systems • Pipe Systems ESTA Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG Gotenstrasse 2 – 6 D-89250 Senden, Germany Phone: +49 (0) 73 07 - 8 04 - 0 Fax: +49 (0) 73 07 - 8 04 - 500 www.esta.com...

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