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Note: Optimum performance is achieved at an air input pressure of 90-120psi (6.2-8.3 Bar)
RISK ASSESSMENT (ATEX/UKEX)
If this vacuum cleaner is used for collecting flammable/explosive materials or within a
zoned area classified under the ATEX/UKEX Directive 2014/34/EU then a risk assessment
must be carried out by a competent person to verify the suitability of the application.
The risk assessment will be the responsibility of the customer/end user and should take
into account, but not be limited to, the characteristics of the material being collected
such as:
1. Spark ignition sensitivity
2. Hot surface ignition sensitivity
(cloud)
3. Hot surface ignition sensitivity
(layer)
4. Explosion severity
5. Burning behaviour
RISK ASSESSMENT (Type H)
If this vacuum cleaner is used for collecting dust and debris which may be hazardous to
health if inhaled, ingested or in contact with the skin, then a risk assessment must be
carried out by a competent person to verify the suitability of the application.
The risk assessment will be the responsibility of the customer/end user and should take
into account, but not be limited to, the characteristics of the material being collected such
as:
1. The occupational exposure limit of the dust and debris being collected.
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Compressed air consumption (SCFM)
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23
40
60
Supply pressure (PSI)
29
35
Maximum vacuum
80
100
6. Thermal instability
7. Chemical instability
8. Static electricity generation
9. Impact of collected material
10. The ATEX/UKEX certification code for
the appliance being assessed. (See the
rating plate on the machine).
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