B&C Technologies SI Series Industrial - Manual (Page 18)

Never operate the machine with a bypassed or disconnected out-of-balance
switch. Operating the machine with severe out-of-balance loads could result
in personal injury and serious equipment damage.
Do not place volatile or flammable fluids in any machine. Do not clean the ma-
chine with volatile or flammable fluids such as acetone, lacquer thinners, enamel
reducers, carbon tetrachloride, gasoline, benzene, naphtha, etc. Doing so could
result in serious personal injury and/or damage to the machine.
5.2.2 Safe Operation Environment
Safe operation requires an appropriate operating environment for both the operator and the ma-
chine. If questions regarding safety arise, contact the factory.
5.2.3 Environmental Conditions
1. Ambient temperature. Water in the machine will freeze at temperatures of 32F (0C) or below.
Temperatures above 120 F (50C) will result in more frequent motor overheating and, in some
cases, malfunction or premature damage to solid state devices that are used in the machines.
Special cooling devices may be necessary.
2. Humidity. Relative humidity above 90% may cause the machines electronics or motors to
malfunction or may trip the ground fault interrupter. Corrosion problems may occur on
some metal components. If the relative humidity is below 30% belts and rubber hoses may
eventually develop dry rot. This condition can result in hose leaks, which may cause hazards
external to the machine in conjunction with adjacent electrical equipment.
3. Ventilation. The need for make-up air openings for such laundry room accessories as dry-
ers , ironers, water heaters, etc. must be evaluated periodically. Louvers, screens, or other
separating devices may reduce the available air opening significantly.
4. Radio Frequency Emissions. A filter is available for machines in installations where floor
space is shared with equipment sensitive to radio frequency emissions. All machines that are
shipped to CE countries are equipped with this filter and comply with the EMI regulations.
5. Elevation. If the machine is to be operated at elevations over 3280 feet (1000 meters) above sea
level, pay special attention to water levels and electronic settings ( particularly temperature)
or desired result may not be achieved.
6. Chemicals. Keep stainless steel surfaces free of chemical residues to avoid corrosion.
7. Water damage. Do not spray the machine with water. Short circuiting and serious damage
may result. Repair immediately all seepage due to faulty gaskets, etc.
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