Troubleshooting – Haws 7461 User Manual
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Model 7361-7461
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LOCATION OF UNIT: The Model 7361/7461 Eyewash should be installed in close
proximity to potential accident areas. It should be clearly identified free from
obstruction and easy to access.
SUPPLY LINE: The minimum recommended line size is 1/2” IPS with 30-90 PSI
(2-6 ATM) pressure. Where sediment or mineral content is a problem, an inlet filter
is recommended.
PLUMBING CONNECTIONS: Inlet supply is female 1/2” IPS. Waste outlet is 1-1/4”
IPS.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
REPAIR CHECKLIST
1.
No flow.
1.
Check the main shut-off valve.
2.
Insufficient water flow.
2. a. Verify minimum 30 psi (2ATM)
flowing supply line pressure.
b. Probable clogging of flow control
due to inadequate line flushing.
Unscrew eye/face wash head and
remove the four screws to
disassemble the head. Clean flow
control and reassemble head. See
SP65 Installation Drawing for
details.
c.
Remove cap located on L-Strainer
using a 3/8” allen wrench to access
and clean filter screen.
3.
Eyewash or face wash streams
do not meet desired eye level or
are not balanced.
3.
Possible blocked flow control or
internal screens, see above
solution. Possible non-leveled
eyewash assembly.
4.
Water does not drain properly.
4.
Check the main waste line of your
building to see if it does handle the
capacity required for the entire
drainage system.
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