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AD Oracle iQ – W3
VER 7.0 – 02/2024
UM-AD ORACLE iQ W3-BOFA-UK

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  • Page 1 AD Oracle iQ – W3 VER 7.0 – 02/2024 UM-AD ORACLE iQ W3-BOFA-UK...
  • Page 2 BOFA Technical Service If a problem arises with your Oracle iQ system, or if it displays a fault code, please refer to the troubleshooting guide section of this manual. If the problem is still not resolved, please: www.bofainternational.com • Visit our website at for on-line help.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Overview ................................4 1.1 IQ Extraction System (Front) ........................... 4 1.2 IQ Extraction System (Back) ..........................5 1.3 Overview of LCD Display ..........................6 2. Safety ................................... 7 2.1 Safety Notes ..............................7 2.2 Safety Labels ..............................8 3.
  • Page 4 9.1 Consumable Spares............................25 9.2 Maintenance Protocol ..........................25 9.3 Filter Disposal ............................... 25 9.4 Unit Disposal ..............................25 10. System Specifications ............................26 10.1 Oracle iQ W3 Specifications/Spares ......................26...
  • Page 5: Overview

    1. Overview 1.1 IQ Extraction System (Front) LCD screen Standby button Company branding Up arrow USB port Return “Enter” button Stop/Start override switch Down arrow Combined filter Combined filter lever Pre filter Heat Detection shut- off button Unlockable castors (Remove Combined filter to access) Lockable castors...
  • Page 6: Iq Extraction System (Back)

    1.2 IQ Extraction System (Back) Mains power socket Signal cable On/off switch exhaust outlet Air inlet...
  • Page 7: Overview Of Lcd Display

    1.3 Overview of LCD Display...
  • Page 8: Safety

    2. Safety the rules and regulations for work on live components are always observed. 2.1 Safety Notes Important Important safety notes To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury: Concerning symbols used on the extraction unit and referred to within this manual.
  • Page 9: Safety Labels

    W3 certification is usually employed to mitigate the risk of fire in several applications, including welding applications. However, BOFA do not recommend the use of our extractors in welding-only processes (irrespective of the W3 compliance) and for other applications which may involve the regular or vigorous generation of sparks.
  • Page 10: Before Installation

    3. Before Installation Ensure that 500 mm space is available around any vented panels on the extractor to ensure adequate airflow. 3.1 Unpacking and Unit Placement 3. With the unit in position lock the 2 front castors. Inner transit packaging removal & unit placement Before installation, check the extraction unit for damage.
  • Page 11: Installation

    4. Installation The Oracle iQ has been designed to remove and filter fume containing potentially hazardous particulate and gases generated during manufacturing processes. Such hazardous substances are captured within a multistage filtration system after which the cleaned air is returned to the Enclosures workplace.
  • Page 12: Connecting To Power Supply

    The supply cord should only be replaced by a BOFA engineer as an electrical safety test may be required after replacement. This extractor is not supplied with power cord included. If you require one, please use the part numbers below: •...
  • Page 13: Optional Added Features

    4.3 Optional Added Features Volt free input This configuration requires the Black & Red cores of the Interface features signal cable (see section for location) to be connected together, in order to start the extractor. The iQ Oracle can be configured to suit customer specification.
  • Page 14: Optional Added Features (Contd)

    4.4 Optional Added Features (contd) Separated Signal With this configuration the Filter blocked & System fail signals will be separated to give 2 individual signals. Filter Blocked / System Fail Signal When the filters become blocked the connection between the Green & White cables will become “Open” With this option the iQ system will output a signal to alert the user when the extractor has failed or when the filters are If the iQ system develops a fault (Refer to section...
  • Page 15: Operation

    5. Operation Standby 5.1 Turning Extraction Unit On There are two stages to powering up your iQ extraction unit. Firstly, the main isolation switch must be switched to the “On” position (Refer to section for switch location) by depressing the Green side / (I) of the switch. This will place the extraction unit in Standby mode, indicated by the front panel power button glowing red.
  • Page 16: Setting The Desired Airflow

    5.3 Setting the Desired Airflow The iQ system features automatic flow control. This enables the user to set the required airflow rate, then over time as the filters begin to block the motor will automatically begin to increase in speed to compensate for any loss in performance caused by the added restriction of the partially blocked filters.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance Pre Filter blocking Combined Filter Blocking Maintenance UK It is a legal requirement, under regulation 9 of the COSHH regulations that all local exhaust ventilation systems are thoroughly examined and tested at least once every 14 months (typically carried out annually). The approved code of practice recommends that a visual check should be carried out at least once a week.
  • Page 18: Pre-Filter Replacement

    To remove and replace the Combined filter follow the 6.4 Pre-Filter Replacement procedure detailed below. Refer to section 2.2 for PPE requirements. Isolate the electrical supply to the extractor. The Pre filter needs replacing when the display flashes like Undo the catches on the front of the unit and open shown in the image below.
  • Page 19: Iq System Display Features/Visual Alarms

    7. iQ System Display Features/ To restart the extractor once it has cooled down after an Visual Alarms over temperature alarm, the unit needs to be placed in Standby mode then powered on again. 7.1 iQ System Display Features Hose blocked alarm The iQ system features a 2 stage Hose blocked alarm.
  • Page 20 Full hose blockage Locate the circular cut out in the shelf, at the front This alarm will become active when the iQ system detects a of the unit. Refer to section 1.1. full blockage in the installation. The iQ system interprets a full blockage as a vacuum spike within the ductwork and is 4.
  • Page 21 As well as the visual alarm an acoustic alarm will sound, if this alarm sounds isolate the power to the unit to stop the alarm and contact the BOFA technical department (information can be found in section...
  • Page 22: Usb Connectivity / Usb Upload

    7.3 USB Connectivity / USB Upload The iQ system is equipped with a USB drive, which operates as a two-way device, as detailed below. • Duplicating iQ settings • Download iQ Data Duplicating iQ settings (USB Upload) This USB upload feature has been designed for customers that have multiple extractors and specific set of parameters that they wish to duplicate across their iQ extraction units.
  • Page 23: Download Iq Data (Usb Download)

    7.4 Download iQ Data (USB Download) With this feature the customer is able to download all stored data within the iQ system, this information can then be used to keep records of how your iQ system is performing, this is also very beneficial for the technical team when diagnosing issues with the extraction system.
  • Page 24: Information Collected By Usb

    5% increments, but with this downloadable file the pre is detected, for analysis of any faults in this column please filter blockage is shown as an exact percentage of its full contact the BOFA helpline. capacity. Combined filter % blockage...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    O m In the event of an error code being displayed please contact your local representative or BOFA who will be able to diagnose the fault and advise on the most efficient solution. USB diagnosis For a “Real time”...
  • Page 26: Replacement Parts

    To maintain performance it is important that the filters are Deposit Comment Listing* replaced with identical BOFA filters. To re-order, please 15 02 03 Can be disposed of as non- refer to the Filter number printed on the filter installed in Hazardous hazardous waste.
  • Page 27: System Specifications

    10. System Specifications Environmental operating range: 10.1 Oracle iQ W3 Specifications/Spares Temperature: +5 C to + 30 Humidity: Max 80% RH up to 31 Minimum flowrate: 100m /h (58.9cfm) Max 50% RH at 40 Maximum flowrate: 370m /h (217.8cfm) Airflow measurement method: Windvane Process fume/gas entering this system should be within the Suction pressure: 96mbar +/- 3% above temperature range.
  • Page 28: Contact Information

    Tel. +44 (0) 1202 699 444 Email. GRPBOFASales@Donaldson.com Donaldson Filtration Deutschland GmbH Büssingstrasse 1 42781 Haan Deutschland Germany DE121399181 Tel. +49 (0) 40 739 3735-15 Email. vertrieb@bofa.co.uk BOFA Americas, Inc 303 S.Madison Street Staunton Illnois 62088 Tel. +1 (618) 205 5007 Email. sales@bofaamericas.com...
  • Page 29: Inspection Record

    Inspection Record Local Exhaust Ventilation System - Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 - Control of Substances Hazardous to Health - Regulation 9 (2002) Thorough Examination and Testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems Company: System Designation: System Installation Date: Designated Person: Inspection and Maintenance Schedules Daily checks...
  • Page 30 - 1 - Process enclosure, extract offtake(s), hose/ducting and extract/filtration unit. Inspection and Maintenance Record Daily inspection Inspection of the process to ensure extract devices/nozzles/enclosures/hoses are in place and correctly positioned. Examination of the extractor to ensure it is running. This to be carried out by the operator. Daily inspection not recorded.
  • Page 31 - 2 - Process enclosure, extract offtake, hose/ducting and extract/filtration unit. Inspection and Maintenance Record 2. Weekly Inspection ..Continued Weekly inspection by supervisor of physical condition of extract devices/nozzles/enclosures/hoses and extraction unit for damage, change (parts added or removed) and correct operation etc. Check also that daily inspections have been completed.
  • Page 32 - 3 - Process enclosure, extract offtake, hose/ducting and extract/filtration unit. Inspection and Maintenance Record 3. Monthly Inspection In addition to weekly checks. Disconnect hoses and check for blockage and smooth operation of fan, signs of dust or vapour / gas / odour carry over. Tick boxes to confirm system ok / change. Add details of any changes.

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