Safety in maintenance, Dust, Noise – Grain Systems PNEG-1820 User Manual

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1. Safety

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PNEG-1820 CE Compliant Top Dry Series 2000 Autoflow

Safety in Maintenance

Shut off and lock power and fuel supply to the dryer before entering or carrying out service or maintenance.

Before entering the drying bin allow run the fan only for 20 minutes to purge products of combustion and
cool and heater components.

Ensure the grain chutes are empty by performing a manual dump before entering.

Before opening the fuel train safely de-pressurise the system.

Access to items at high level will require suitable safe access equipment, such as scaffold.

Dust

Dust may be created in the movement of corn, grain or seeds to and from the Top Dry. Use a
suitable respirator.

Noise

Sound levels around the fan and heater may exceed 80 dBa. Avoid working in this area and wear
hearing defenders.

FOR GUIDANCE OR ASSISTANCE ON ANY ISSUES RELATING TO THE SAFE USE OF THE TOP
DRY CONTACT:

GSI Group
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: 1-217-226-4421

Exercise caution when drying highly flammable grains and seeds.

For example rapeseed, canola, linseed, sunflower and milo.

All grain and seed must be whole (minimal cracked or crushed), clean and dust free.

Dry at low temperatures (< 50°C).

Avoid dust and chaff being drawn into the fan and heater.

Keep the fan, heater, drying plenum and ducts clean at all times.

In the event of a fire (or suspected fire).

1. Shut down the entire dryer.

2. Turn OFF fuel at the tank or supply valve.

3. Shut off and lock electrical power.

4. Evacuate the area.

5. Call the fire department.

WARNING

Drying flammable grains and seeds.

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