SPX Cooling Technologies Cooling Tower Marley MD - Manual (Page 28)

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Access Door Operation
Always shut off electrical power to the tower fan motor prior to
performing any inspections that may involve physical contact with
the mechanical or electrical equipment in or on the tower. Lock out
and tag out any electrical switches to prevent others from turning
the power back on. Service personnel must wear proper personal
protective clothing and equipment.
To allow access to the mechanical system, eliminators, water distribution
system and fill surface, a access door is provided toward the top of the
tower. To open, follow the following steps:
1. Remove any lock that is securing the door shut.
2. Loosen and remove the locking knob at the center of the access
door panel.
3. Slide the panel with the handle sideways as far as it will travel.
4. Push the panel toward the inside of the tower. The panel will hinge to
the side.
Drift Eliminator Removal and Replacement
The drift eliminators may be removed for cleaning, replacement or access
to the distribution system. The eliminators are held in place by a press fit, so
there is no need to remove any fasteners. However, eliminators are formed
so that they nest with each other and form a monolithic barrier. Individual
packs of eliminator are formed into 2'-0 wide sections that span from the
casing wall to the centerline of the tower, just under the mechanical torque
tube. It is recommended that personal protection is used when handling
the eliminator pieces, sharp edges and corners can cause abrasions.
Maintenance
Warning