1. PRECAUTIONAR Y STATEMENTS
APPLICATION OF AMTECH ATH COLLECTORS
Proce ss o wners/operator s (“r esponsible p ar ty”) ar e u ltimately r esponsible fo r ALL installation, operation, and servicing of th i s u nit.
1.1 Due to potential fire hazards, do not mix combustible substances with material that would be a potential source of ignition.
1.11 Examples of Combustible Materials: Wood/paper Dust
Lint from fabric or buffing wheels Grinding dust from painted surfaces Aluminum or magnesium dusts
1.12 Examples of Potential Ignition Sources: Grinding dust from ferrous metals Hot ash or sparks from any source
1.2 Additionally, some substances can auto-ignite or spontaneously combust. Therefore, it would be prudent on behalf of the “responsible party” to conduct a thorough research on their material to identify any known hazards (keeping in mind, some hazards are unknown). OSHA/NFPA compliance places the burden for combustible dust testing directly on the owner/operator. 1.3 Unless the equipment was originally designed for collection of explosive material and proper disclaimer on record, this equipment must not be used for the collection of any materials where there is a risk of explosion. Pressure relief vents or explosion vents must not be applied to the equipment or adjoining systems.
1.4 Equipment location, installation and operation must comply with all local, state, and National Fire Codes. If unsure contact the appropriate authorities.
1.5 The electrical installation must conform to all local and state codes, as well as, the National Electric Code.
1.6 Events in industry have demonstrated that fires are NOT uncommon in some collection systems. Therefore, the overall design of the system, including: placement of the unit, fire detection/suppression, sparks mitigation efforts, and maintenance, should be fashioned with a mindset of “when a fire occurs”, NOT “if a fire occurs”. Fire detection/suppression systems, as well as, spark prevention measures are recommended. The smoke detection/fire suppression systems (if so equipped) should be installed by qualified individuals, and in accordance with any local and state codes (if any). 1.7 Painting, machining, grinding, sanding, deburring or any process to further manufacture or finish any volatile or potentially volatile material, liquid or solid, is strictly prohibited. 1.8 The air supply system should be installed by qualified individuals, and in accordance with any local and state codes (if any).
1.9 Workers and operators are to be instructed to keep burning objects, such as cigarettes, safely away from inlets leading to the equipment.
1.10 All personnel involved with the use of this equipment must comply with the statements pertaining to worker safety as noted in this manual.
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