Tempest Twister - Manual (Page 18)

Twister Enclosure User Manual page 18
6 Routine Maintenance
It is very important to perform routine maintenance on both the enclosure and the equipment
inside it. Failure to do so may reduce lifetime for both the enclosure and the equipment.
Note
Maintenance schedules depend on location and environment. The intervals given here are
general minimum guidelines. It is up to the user to judge whether maintenance should be carried
out more frequently. We recommend doing these tasks no less often than mentioned here.
Safety
 As the enclosure is a powered unit with moving parts, it is necessary to keep safety in mind while
performing routine maintenance. Although maintenance can be performed while the enclosure is
powered, it is safer to carry it out with the power disconnected with proper lockout and tag out
procedures followed.
 Be aware that once the enclosure has had power applied to it, the fan will start to turn. Make
sure that your hands are clear of the fan before applying power to the enclosure.
 Only authorized personnel should perform maintenance on the enclosure or equipment
 Do not service the unit in the rain or other adverse weather conditions (snow, sleet, high winds,
etc.).
Inspection Checklist: - Every Three (3) Months
 Glass should be clean and free of cracks
 Enclosure should be free of debris both inside and out
 Bolts and tie-down straps should be tight
 Rubber seals should be in good condition. Check seals inside and out for gaps.
 Fan should be functioning and not making excessive noise
 Filters should be clean
 Drainage holes must be free of obstructions
Air Filter - Every Three (3) Months
Both air filters should be removed and cleaned on a regular basis. To
remove filter, pull pull it directly out of the intake vent. The filters can be
cleaned by running water from a hose and do not require any special
solution.
To reinstall, carefully push filter back into the cowl molding. The filter
should sit snugly between the cowl ribs.