Van Air Systems FR-1200 - Manual (Page 2)

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HANDLING SECTION 1
SAFETY SECTION 2
DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE INLET PIPING MAY REACH
TEMPERATURES OF 150°F. CONTACT WITH THE PIPING MAY RE-
SULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS DRYER SYSTEM ABOVE THE MAXIMUM
RATED WORKING PRESSURE.
OPERATING CONDITIONS FOR PROPER PERFORMANCE OF THIS
DRYER SYSTEM ARE DIFFERENT THAN MAXIMUM OPERATING
CONDITIONS FOR THE VESSELS. BE SURE TO CHECK THE DRYER
SYSTEM OPERATING CONDITIONS. SEE SECTION 3.1.
USE THIS DRYER SYSTEM FOR COMPRESSED AIR ONLY.
AIR FROM THIS DRYER SYSTEM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR BREATH-
ABLE AIR SYSTEMS WITHOUT FURTHER TREATMENT.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS DRYER SYSTEM IF EITHER VESSEL HAS
BEEN DAMAGED BY FIRE. TAKE OUT OF SERVICE IMMEDIATE-
LY AND NOTIFY YOUR CERTIFYING AUTHORITY.
FILTER DISCHARGE MAY CONTAIN COMPRESSOR LUBRICANTS.
COMPLY WITH ALL REGULATIONS CONCERNING THEIR DIS-
POSAL.
2.4 MAINTENANCE
DO NOT REMOVE, REPAIR, OR REPLACE ANY ITEM ON THE
DRYER SYSTEM WHILE IT IS PRESSURIZED. TURN OFF MAIN
POWER TO THE DRYER SYSTEM AND DEPRESSURIZE THE
DRYER SYSTEM COMPLETELY BEFORE STARTING MAINTE-
NANCE PROCEDURES.
DO NOT WELD OR GRIND EITHER VESSEL. IT WILL NOT BE
SAFE TO OPERATE. (Note: Any uncertified alteration to the ves-
sels VOIDS the ASME Code Certification and the Warranty.)
NEVER REMOVE THE FAN GUARD WHILE THE AFTERCOOLER IS
OPERATING. CONTACT WITH THE ROTATING FAN BLADES MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
If outside storage is required, the unit MUST BE adequately covered to
prevent rain or snow from accumulating on the dryer system. The unit
must be placed on a paved surface to keep it out of standing water and
mud.
1.3 EQUIPMENT CHECK
Inspect the dryer system for any damage that may have occurred
during shipment. Inspect all fittings, piping connections, fasteners,
etc. for loose connections. Also check gauges and lights for cracks or
breakage.
IF DRYER SYSTEM WAS DAMAGED DURING SHIPMENT:
(1) NOTIFY CARRIER IMMEDIATELY AND FILE A CLAIM.
(2) CONSULT FACTORY BEFORE OPERATING THE DRYER
SYSTEM.
1.1 HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT LIFT THE DRYER SYSTEM BY PIPING OR CONTROL
BOX SUPPORT BARS. THESE COMPONENTS ARE NOT DE-
SIGNED TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE DRYER. PERSONAL
INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Lift the dryer system by the lifting lugs on both vessels in combination
with the lifting lugs on the pre-cooler supports, or by the base using a
fork lift truck.
If the unit is to be lifted by an overhead device, attach the lifting chains
or cables to the vessel lifting lugs and the lifting lugs on the pre-cooler
supports. Make sure that the chains or cables are clear of all piping
and dryer components.
1.2 STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If the unit is to be placed in storage before it is installed, it should be
stored indoors and covered with a tarpaulin to keep it clean. The loca-
tion should be free from corrosive gasses and extreme humidity, which
can cause damage to the unit.
2.1 HANDLING
DO NOT LIFT THE DRYER SYSTEM BY PIPING OR CONTROL BOX
SUPPORT BARS. THESE COMPONENTS ARE NOT DESIGNED
TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE DRYER SYSTEM. PERSONAL
INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
LIFT THE DRYER SYSTEM BY THE LIFTING LUGS ON BOTH
VESSELS IN COMBINATION WITH THE LIFTING LUGS ON THE
PRE-COOLER SUPPORTS, OR BY THE BASE USING A FORK LIFT
TRUCK.
MAKE SURE THAT ALL LIFTING EQUIPMENT IS CAPABLE OF
SUPPORTING THE WEIGHT OF THE DRYER SYSTEM.
2.2 INSTALLATION
THESE ASME CODE VESSELS MUST BE PROTECTED BY PRES-
SURE RELIEF VALVES. Refer to OSHA 1910.169 Par. b, Sub. Par
(3) and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Divi-
sion 1, UG-125 through UG-136. Also comply with all state and
local codes.
WHEN INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT, COMPLY
WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND ALL APPLICABLE
FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL CODES.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION, GLOVES AND A RESPIRATORY
PROTECTIVE DEVICE WHEN HANDLING THE DESICCANT.
DESICCANT DUST MAY CAUSE EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. AVOID
BREATHING THE DUST AND PROLONGED CONTACT WITH THE
SKIN.
FIRST AID IN CASE OF EYE CONTACT WITH DESICCANT DUST;
IMMEDIATELY FLUSH THE EYES WITH PLENTY OF WATER FOR
AT LEAST 15 MINUTES. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN.
2.3 OPERATION
DO NOT OPERATE DRYER SYSTEM IF EITHER VESSEL IS LEAK-
ING. IMMEDIATELY TAKE THE DRYER SYSTEM OUT OF SERVICE.
DO NOT OPERATE DRYER SYSTEM IF THE FILTERS, OR OTHER
COMPONENTS ARE LEAKING. IMMEDIATELY TAKE THE DRYER
SYSTEM OUT OF SERVICE AND FIX OR REPLACE THE LEAKING
COMPONENT.
ANY DAMAGE TO THE VESSELS CAN MAKE THEM UNSAFE TO
USE. INSPECT OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF VESSELS REGULARLY
FOR CORROSION AND ANY DAMAGE (I.E., DENTS, GOUGES OR
BULGES). IF DAMAGED, TAKE OUT OF SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.