AEC Continuous Vacuum/Pressure Conveying Systems - Manual (Page 24)

Single- and Dual-Blower Continuous Vacuum/Pressure Systems Page 23
4 Installation
4-1 Work Rules
The installation, operation, and maintenance of this equipment must be conducted in
accordance with all applicable work and safety codes for the location where it is used.
This may include, but is not limited to, OSHA, NEC, CSA, SPI, and any other local,
national, and international regulations. In addition, observe the following specific
rules:
; Always keep these operating instructions at hand and follow them when
performing installation, operation, and maintenance. If these instructions
become damaged or unreadable, obtain additional copies from AEC, Inc.
; Only qualified personnel must work on or with this equipment.
; Work shall be done only with approved tools and devices.
; The power disconnect of this unit has a lockout that permits the switch to be
locked in the OFF position when placing a padlock in the hasp. This switch
must be locked out when performing maintenance or service on any part
of the conveying system, in accordance with applicable safety regulations.
; In units that require compressed air, disconnect the compressed air supply
before performing maintenance or service.
; Disconnect and/or lock out the power main at an external power disconnect
switch before performing electrical service.
; Keep hands, tools, clothing, etc. away from the rotary valve. Make sure the
valve has completely stopped before performing maintenance.
4-2 Tools and Equipment
You’ll need the following tools and equipment to install system components:
; Hand tools
; One-half inch ( 1 /
2
”) and three-eighths inch ( 3 /
8
”) anchor bolts with nuts and
washers, and red-head type anchors, if used
; Electric drill
; Wire for connecting the power units, rotary airlock, and level indicator
; Wire and a properly-sized fused disconnect switch for the power drop(s)
; Conduit for the power drop and airlock motor wiring
; Forklift