Oneida Air Systems XXVM001500 Owner's Manual page 6

system start-up Information (Continued)
Process owners/operators retain all responsibility for the suitability of fire and explosion
hazard mitigation, suppression, and isolation strategies and to follow all applicable
federal, state, local, OSHA, NFPA, or authorities having jurisdiction codes and regulations
when installing and operating this dust collector.
Improper operation of a dust control system may contribute to conditions in the work
area or facility that could result in severe personal injury and product or property
damage.
Oneida Air Systems assumes no responsibility or liability for the suitability of any fire and/
or explosion mitigation strategy, or any items incorporated into a collector as part of an
owner/operators hazard mitigation strategy.
FIRE HAZARDS
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1. THIS UNIT IS NOT RATED FOR USE IN COMBUSTIBLE ENVIRONMENTS.
2. DO NOT operate the dust collector in areas where explosion risks are high. Areas of high risk include, but are not limited to,
areas near pilot lights, open flames, or other ignition sources.
3. ONLY operate dust collector in locations that include a fire suppression system or have a fire extinguisher available nearby.
a. The ABC type (dry chemical) is generally a good choice for small wood shops.
b. Additional information on portable extinguishers can be found in NFPA 10 (Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers).
4. DO NOT allow accumulation of layers of fine dust on horizontal surfaces. Especially overhead lights, electrical boxes and
fuse panels which can ignite dust. Keep the floor around the system clean and free of scrap material, oil, grease.
5. ENSURE all equipment and ductwork is electrically grounded.
6. DO NOT use PVC drain pipe.
7. ALWAYS consult an electrician or qualified service personnel about wiring practices and electrical codes in your area. ONLY
allow an electrician or qualified service personnel to do electrical installation or repair work.
8. ALWAYS disconnect power before accessing or exposing electrical equipment. Improper wiring can cause fire, electrocution,
injury, or death.
9. DO NOT use to pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
10. DO NOT use to pick up liquids, flammable liquids, or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may
be present.
11. DO NOT use excessively large wood waste bins. Wood dust mixtures are highly flammable and can be explosive
12. ALWAYS check your dust bin for smoldering materials before leaving the shop.
13. NEVER introduce sparks or sources of ignition into the dust collector. Sparks can be generated in several ways:
a. High speed sanders, abrasive planers, saws, and edgers may strike foreign material and create a red-hot metal fragment.
b. Knots in hardwood can create frictional sparks.
c. Trapped metal, when drawn into the dust collection system, can spark against ductwork.
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