SPX Cooling Technologies CoolingTower Marley MCW - Manual (Page 5)

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Preparation
Several options are available that may assist you in addressing some of
these personnel safety concerns, including:
— top of tower access platform with handrail system around the perimeter
of the platform with a ladder for access to the platform
— ladder extensions (used where the base of the tower is elevated)
— safety cages for fan deck ladders
— distribution level access platform with handrail system around the pe-
rimeter of the platform with a ladder for access to the platform
— access door platform with handrail system around the perimeter of the
platform with a ladder for access to the platform
Tower Location
Space available around the tower should be as generous as possible to
promote ease of maintenance—and to permit freedom of airflow into and
through the tower. If you have questions about the adequacy of the avail-
able space and the intended configuration of the tower, please contact
your Marley sales representative for guidance.
Prepare a stable, level support foundation for the tower, utilizing weight,
wind load, and dimensional information appearing on appropriate Marley
submittal drawings. Supports must be level to insure proper operation of
the tower.
The cooling tower must be located at such distance and direction to
avoid the possibility of contaminated tower discharge air being drawn
into building fresh air intake ducts. The purchaser should obtain the
services of a Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect
to certify that the location of the tower is in compliance with appli-
cable air pollution, fire, and clean air codes.
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