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Owner’s manual for installation, usage and maintenance...
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AQC Dust Collecting Systems This manual is property of the owner. Leave with the unit when set-up and start-up are complete. AQC Dust Collecting Systems inc. reserves the right to change design and specifications without prior notice.
Introduction Warning! The usage of the fume arm will require This present manual refers to the Maxair proper installation and handling. Contact source capture fume arm. It includes important A.Q.C. Inc. if you have any doubt in information concerning the installation, usage regard to the usage of your fume arm.
AQC Dust Collecting Systems Index Introduction ..............................3 Information on the Maxair fume arm ......................3 Index ................................4 Presentation ..............................5 Model number ............................6 Normal usage ............................6 Operation and purpose ..........................7 Components .............................7 Hanging version .............................7 Bench mount/portable version .......................8 Telescopic version ..........................8 Installation ..............................9...
Presentation Each Maxair unit includes: • External and adjustable joints The Maxair fume arm is a system designed to • Painted steel or stainless steel tubes for be positioned near the area where fume, smoke, minimal static pressure loss dust or any pollutant is being produced. The •...
AQC Dust Collecting Systems Model numbers Hanging and table /bench mount Standard hood Optional hood Bench Stainless steel Stainless steel Arm diameter Arm length Weight Hanging diameter diameter mount hanging bench mount [inches] / [mm] [feet] / [m] [lbs] / [kg]...
Operation and purpose Warning! Maxair 3’’ and 4’’ fume arms have pinch During normal operation, the Maxair fume arm points at top and middle joints. DO NOT is pulled or pushed into position near the source PLACE FINGERS OR HANDS AT of pollutants (8’’...
The Maxair fume arm may also be used Note : Because of sizes and dimensions, with optional AQC equipment such as optional oversized hoods may be shipped not extension swing booms, sliding rail with attached to hood joint assembly. Minimal trolley, portable filtration units, etc.
AQC Dust Collecting Systems Arm and wall/post bracket Lift Maxair fume arm into position and align both arm and bracket bolt patterns. installation (hanging type, no exhaust fan) duct flange ompanion duct flange The installation crew must ensure the arm/...
Proceed with left and right middle joints. Install bracket on support structure End with all four (4) adjustable joints at according to arm length. Fasteners to hood section. support structure are not supplied. Arm bracket can also be welded to structure if allowed or permitted.
AQC Dust Collecting Systems Install bracket on support structure Maxair typical installations. Other according to arm length. Fasteners to installations are possible. Contact support structure are not supplied. Arm A.Q.C. or your representative for details. bracket can also be welded to structure if allowed or permitted.
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Maxair (hanging model, wall or post) with Maxair (hanging model) with horizontal fixed exhaust fan and support bracket. extension bracket. exhaust fan flANged reducer will be required if brAcket ANd Arm Are Not of sAme diAmeters : 1 HP 6’’ 5 ‘’...
AQC Dust Collecting Systems Maxair (hanging model) Maxireach-BD Maxair (hanging model) with vertical floor post extension swing boom and Maxidrive exhaust Maxair (hanging model) with Maxirail and fan. trolley. rail ductwork fan support sliding bracket trolley maxireach spacer if necessary...
Start up Check list Prior to using the fume arm for the first time, the check list must be followed to ensure a proper continuous operation. Ensure arm moves freely and stays in desired position. Ensure arm is bolted correctly to support wire set bracket LED light 12VAC/35W...
AQC Dust Collecting Systems Electrical connections The electrical connection diagrams shown below are the most common supplied by A.Q.C. Special or customized panels are available. Contact your representitive for details. MAXAIR single phase fan starter (without light kit) MAXAIR three phase fan starter...
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MAXAIR single phase fan starter (with light kit) MAXAIR three phase fan starter (with light kit)
AQC Dust Collecting Systems Maintenance and inspection The chart indicated below shows different inspections and the frequency at which they should be performed. Frequency of Components Procedures inspections • Ensure arm stays in desired position for source Arm joints, socket and capture.
Troubleshooting Problem Probable cause Solution Joints are loose Adjust the joints (tighten). Friction disks are worn Fume arm sags (will Replace friction disks. not stay in place) Spring assembly is Replace spring assembly. broken or too loose Fan rotates the wrong If supplied (reverse phases).
The obligation of AQC is limited to furnishing replacement parts F.O.B. AQC factory or making repairs at AQC factory of any parts that are determined, upon inspection by AQC to be defective. In no event will AQC be responsible for labor or transportation charges for the removal, reshipment of reinstallation of the parts.
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