NANO NBM-120 User manual

SERIES 2 & 3 BREATHING AIR USER GUIDE
NBM - BREATHING AIR MODULE

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1. General information 3
1.1. Document introduction 3
1.2. Support and Manufacturers details 3
1.3. Warranty Guidelines 4
1.4. Packaging 4
2. General safety 5
2.1. Intended Use 5
2.2. Personnel 5
2.3. Safe Handling 5
3. Technical Description 6
4. TechnicalSpecication        7
  4.1 ProductSpecication        7
  4.2 BreathingAirStandards       7
4.3 Maximum Flow Rates 8
4.4 CO Alarm 8
5. Product Dimensions 9
6. Equipment Overview 11
7. SystemLayout         12
7.1. TypicalInstallationNBM-120&240      12
  7.2. TypicalInstallationNBM-480-960      12
  7.3. SiteLocation         13
  7.4. RiskAssessment        13
8. PurierOperation         14
  8.2. NBAStart-up         14
9. Maintenance 15
 9.1. Maintenanceguidelines       15
  9.2. Cleaning         15
  9.3. Dailychecks         15
10. Servicing 16
10.1. ServicingGuidelines        16
  10.2. ServicingIntervals       17
11. Troubleshooting 18
12. Commissioning Report 19
13. Quality Statement 20
14. Notes 21
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1. General Information
Thismanualiscopyrighted,allrightsreserved.Itmaynot,inwholeorinpart,becopied,
photocopied,reproduced,translated,orreducedtoanyelectronicmediumormachine
readableformwithoutpriorconsentinwritingfromnano-puricationsolutionsltd. It may not
bedistributedthroughtheinternetorcomputerbulletinboardsystemswithoutpriorconsent
fromnano-puricationsolutionsltd.
1.1 Document Introduction
Thismanualprovidesfactoryprescribedinstallationandmaintenanceproceduresfora
nano-puricationsolutions(n-psi)breathingairmodule(NBM).Theproceduresillustrated
inthisdocumentareonlytobeperformedbycompetentpersonnel.Forfurtherinformation
regardingtheproceduresoutlinedinthisdocumentcontactnano-puricationsolutions
beforeproceeding.
ReadthisdocumentcarefullybeforeattemptingtoinstalloroperatethePurier.This
documentshouldbepermanentlyavailableatthePurierinstallationsiteandbekeptinan
easilyaccessibleplacealongsidethePurier.
©2017nano-puricationsolutionsltd.
Product: Series 2 & 3 Breathing Air Module
Documentnumber:17-110-1494
Issue: 002
NOTES: highlight important sections of information where particular care and attention should
be paid.
CAUTIONS: indicate any situation or operation that may result in potential damage to
the product, injury to the user, or render the product unsafe.
Annotations:
1.2 Manufacturer’s details and support
nano-puricationsolutionsltd     nano-puricationsolutionsinc.
Dukesway 5509DavidCoxRoad
TeamValleyTradingEstate      Charlotte,NC28269
Gateshead USA
NE110PZ
United Kingdom
fax:  +1(704)897-2183
telephone: +44(0)1914977700     telephone: +1(704)897-2182
web:  www.n-psi.co.uk     web:  www.n-psi.com
e-mail: [email protected]     e-mail: [email protected]

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1.3 Warranty Guidelines
Allproductscomewitha2yearmanufacturer’swarrantyfromthedateofpurchase,under
the condition that it is installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
guidelines.Onlygenuineservicepartsshouldbeusedandnomodicationsmade.For
furtherinformationpleasecontactnano-puricationsolutions.
1.4 Packaging
Allproductsaresecurelypackagedinaspecicallydesignedwoodenpackingbox.The
purierwillbeheldinahorizontalpositionbywoodenstruts;usingstrapstosecurethe
producttotheboxbase.Theboxtopcovercanberemovedbyremovingallofthexing
screws and lifting it off in one piece.
Damage to Packaging
• Checkimmediatelytoestablishwhetherdamagehasoccurredtotheexternalpackaging
and if the damage extends to the product inside.
• Ifthereisdamagetoaproduct,contacttherelevantsupplierimmediately.
In no circumstances must a damaged product be used in operation. Using
damaged products can lead to irreparable functional faults or cause serious
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2. General safety
For your own safety, when carrying out work on this product, all relevant
national safety regulations must be complied with relating to pressurized
and breathing air systems. It is essential that a risk assessment is carried
out prior to installation and use. See section 8.4 for guidance.
2.1. Intended use of the Product
ThePurierisexclusivelyintendedforthetreatmentofcompressedair,whichisfreefrom
bulkwater,oilandsolidmatterconstituents.
Theproductshouldbelocatedwithinabuildingandprotected.ThePuriermustbeoperat-
ed only in accordance with the data on the rating plate. Any operations that do not comply
withthosestatedontheproductratinglabelwillrenderthewarrantyvoid.
This product is only designed to operate at pressures of between 80 - 232
psig (5.5 - 16 barg).
It is not suitable for pressures in excess of 232 psig (16 barg).
Nomodicationsmustbemadetotheproduct.Anymodicationsmayreducethe
operationalsafetyoftheproductandinvalidatethemanufacturer’swarranty.Thiscould
potentiallyresultindamagetotheproductrenderingituntforitsintendedpurposeand
cause serious personal injury.
2.2. Personnel
Onlyauthorized,competentandtrainedpersonnelarepermittedtoworkonthisproduct.
Thisuserguideisintendedsolelyforsuchpersonnelandistobeusedonlyasareference;
itshouldnotbeusedtoreplaceconventionaltraining.
2.3. Safe Handling
Pleaseensuretherelevantsafeengineeringpracticesandhandlingproceduresare
employedwhenhandling,installingandoperatingthisproduct. Ensurethattheequipment
isdepressurizedpriortocarryingoutanyofthescheduledmaintenanceaccordingto
instructionsspeciedwithinthisuserguide.
A suitable lifting aid must be used to minimise the risk of physical injury or
damage to the product.
IMPORTANT:ItisessentialthatthesystemintowhichthePurieris
installedisttedwithapressurelimiting/reliefdevice.Thisdeviceshould
bebetweenthecompressorandthePurier.Thedevicemustbesetto
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3. Technical Description
Thenano-puricationsolutionsBreathingAirModule(NBM)isdesignedforuseinexisting
systemswhereaproperlymaintaineddesiccantdryerandappropriateltrationisalready
installed.Foracompletepurierpackage,pleaserefertotheB1SeriesCompressed
BreathingAirPuriers,orcontactnano-puricationsolutionsbeforeproceeding.Whenused
intheappropriatesystem,theNBMPurierModulesaredesignedtoprovideacontinuous
supplyrangeofbreathableairtomeetthemostexactingstandardsworld-wide.Thedesign
incorporatesseveralstagesofpuricationinonesimpletoservicecartridge,reducingthe
cost of ownership and simplifying maintenance.
Atmosphericaircontainsanumberofcontaminantswhichmustberemovedtoensure
theprovisionofhighpuritybreathableair.Contaminantspresentincludedirt,water,oil,
hydrocarbonvapors,bacteriaandtoxicgasessuchasCO,NO2and SO2.
Thenanobreathingairmoduleisastaticadsorber,whichemploystwopuricationstagesto
ensurebreathablecompressedairisproducedfromatypicalcompressedairsupply.
Thepuriermustbeprecededbyinletltrationwhichremovesdirt,bulkwaterandoil
aerosolsandaheatlessdesiccantairdryerwhichdeliversairto-40oF pressure dewpoint.
Foradviceontherequiredinletairqualityofthepurierpleaserefertothespecicationon
page7orcontactNanoPuricationSolutions.
ThepurierremovesHydroCarbonVaporsandreducesCO tospeciedlevelsthrough
adsorbentandcatalyststagescontainedwithinremovablecartridges.Thecartridges
arenon-regenerativeandshouldbereplacedperiodicallyinlinewiththeproductservice
scheduleonpage17.

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4. TechnicalSpecication
EUROPEAN&NORTH
AMERICANSPECIFICATION CANADIANSPECIFICATION
Required Inlet Purity ISO8573-1:2010Class1.2.1 ISO8573-1:2010Class1.2.1
Minimum working pressure 80psig(5.5barg) 80psig(5.5barg)
Maximum working pres- 232psig(16barg) 217.5psig(15barg)
Minimum inlet temperature 34.7°F(1.5°C) 34.7°F(1.5°C)
Maximum inlet temperature 86°F(30°C) 86°F(30°C)
Europe EN12021
UK BS4275:1997
USA CGAG7.1-1997
OSHA-GradeD
Canada CSAZ180.1
4.1 ProductSpecication
4.2 Breathing Air Standards
Impurity European Pharma CSA Z180.1
*CO2<500ppm <500ppm
*CO <5ppm <5ppm
SO2<1ppm NA
NO2<2ppm NA
O2NA 20-22%
N2&RareGases NA 78-80%
WaterVapour ADP-45°C(-49°F)
(-23°F)-31°Cat7bar(100psi)
At a dew point 5°Cunderthe
lowest temperature its exposed
to during the year.
Oilvapour <0.01mg/m³ <1mg/m3
Dirt Particles NA <1mg/m3
Odor Tasteandodourfree Tasteandodourfree
Bacteria NA NA
Methane NA <10ppm
Volatilenon-methanehydrocarbons
(VNMH)
NA <5ppm
Volatilehalogenatedhydrocarbons NA <5ppm
Refer to section 11.3 on page 18 regarding sampling and maintaining standards.

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Model Maximum Flow Rate
NL/m scfm
NBM-120 3428.4 120
NBM-240 6856.8 240
NBM-480 13713.6 480
NBM-720 20570.4 720
NBM-960 27427.2 960
4.3 Maximum Flow Rates
Forowratesatotherpressures,applythefactorshown:
Line
Pressure
bar g 5.5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
psi g 80 87 102 116 131 145 160 174 189 203 218 232
Correction Factor 0.89 0.92 11.07 1.13 1.20 1.25 1.31 1.36 1.41 1.46 1.51
4.4 CO Alarm
AccordingtoOSHA1910.134andCSAZ180.1.aCOmonitorandalarmshouldbettedto
monitor the outlet air purity.
*WhereexcessivelevelsofCO2andCOhavebeenidentiedasthenorm,
breathingairpuriersshouldnotbeusedandalternativestrategiesshouldbe
derivedfromariskassessment.
Whenchallengedwith750ppm
Whenchallengedwith65ppm
Thebreathingairmoduleshouldbeprecededbyhighefciencyltrationanda
heatless desiccant dryer regardless of whether an oil or oil free compressor is
used.InletairshouldbelteredanddriedsuchthatitcomplieswithISO8573-1:
2010qualityclass1.2.1.

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5. Product Dimensions
B C
A
D
E
Model Connection
(BSPorNPT)
Dimension Weight
kg
(lbs)
A
mm
(ins)
B
mm
(ins)
C
mm
(ins)
D
mm
(ins)
E
mm
(ins)
NBM-120 1”
(Inlet&outlet)
622.5
(24.5)
440
(17.3)
246.4
(9.7)
160
(6.3)
390
(15.4)
38
(84)
NBM-240 1”
(Inlet&outlet)
805.5
(31.6)
440
(17.3)
246.4
(9.7)
160
(6.3)
390
(15.4)
45
(100)

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Model Connection
(BSPorNPT)
Dimension Weight
kg
(lbs)
A
mm
(ins)
B
mm
(ins)
C
mm
(ins)
D
mm
(ins)
E
mm
(ins)
NBM-480 2”
(Inlet&outlet)
870
(34.3)
400
(15.7)
574.2
(22.6)
382
(15)
360
(14.2)
103
(227)
NBM-720 2”
(Inlet&outlet)
870
(34.3)
400
(15.7)
742.2
(31.7)
550
(21.7)
360
(14.2)
142
(313)
NBM-960 21/2”
(Inlet&outlet)
870
(34.3)
400
(15.7)
910.2
(35.8)
718
(28.3)
360
(14.2)
180
(397)
B
A
C
D E

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6. Equipment Overview
Air Inlet1
NOTE:-
Item4notttedbutsuppliedwithproduct.
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
?
INSTRUMENT
TAPPING POINT
DETAIL ‘A’ DETAIL ‘B’
A
B
TO CO
MONITOR
TO CO
MONITOR
Air Outlet3
1/4”-3/16”HoseAdaptor(Supplied)
(BSPorNPT)
4NBMColumn2

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7. SystemLayout
7.1. TypicalinstallationNBM-120-240
7.2. TypicalinstallationNBM-480-960
IMPORTANT: It is essential that the system into which the Module is
installedisttedwithapressurelimiting/reliefdevice.Thisdeviceshould
bebetweenthecompressorandthePurier.Thedevicemustbesetto
prevent the maximum working pressure of 232 psig (16 barg) from being
exceeded.
INLET AIR QUALITY:
(ACCORDINGTOISO8573.1
QUALITY)
•DIRT <0.5 microns CLASS 2
•HUMIDITY-40ᵒfCLASS2
•CO 50 ppm MAXIMUM
•CO₂<500ppm
OUTLET AIR QUALITY:
NO EXTERNAL DUST FILTER
REQUIRED
DUSTFILTERTOISO5873.1
CLASS 2 BUILT INTO THE
PURIFIER
BREATHING AIR
MODULE
INLET FILTRATION HEATLESS DESICANT
AIR DRYER
BREATHING AIR
MODULE
INLET FILTRATION HEATLESS DESICANT
AIR DRYER

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7.3. SiteLocation
7.4. RiskAssessment
Priortotheinstallationathoroughriskassessmentoftheentireinstallationshouldbe
conductedbyacompetentperson.Pointslistedbelowshouldbeconsideredbutshouldnot
beconsideredanexhaustive:
• Compressor type
• Pre-FiltrationandDryersuitability
• Conditionofcompressor/oilusedifapplicable
• Temperatureandhumidity
• Potentialsourceofexcessivecontaminantse.g.toxicgases
• Useofadedicatedbreathingairlineifpossible
• Puricationequipment
• Alarm options
• Compliancetorelevantregulationsforpressuredsystems
• Comprehensiveoperatortraining
• Maintenance requirements
WhenselectinganinstallationsiteforthePurier,ensurethefollowingconditionsaremet:
• Installationsiteshouldbelocatedindoorsonaatsurfaceprotectedfromtheweather
and other harmful conditions.
• Theambienttemperaturemustnotdropbelow34.7°F(+1.5°C)orexceed86°F(30°C).
• Theinstallationsiteshouldbelevelandabletosupporttheweightoftheproduct.
• Ensuresufcientspacearoundtheproduct,toallowaccessforoperationand
maintenance.
The risk assessment should be carried out by competent personnel and
checkedandapprovedbyaqualiedengineer.

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• Connectallpipework,inlinewiththesystemlayoutonpage12.
• Ensuretheinletoperatingpressureparametersarecorrect(refertospecicationon
page7).
• Ensuretheinletairtemperatureiscorrect(refertospecicationonpage7).
• Slowlyopentheinletvalveuntilfullyopenandallowpuriertopressurize.
• Opentheoutletvalvetodeliverbreathableair.
8.1. PurierStart-up
8. Module Operation

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9. Maintenance
VisualandfunctionalchecksofthePuriershouldbecarriedoutdaily:
• CheckthePurierforanyexternaldamage.
Assess and eliminate any defects found.
• RemoveanyloosedustordirtfromthePurier;cleanallsurfacesthatappeartohave
attracted unwanted contaminants.
• Check the operation and readings on the CO monitor. Operate in accordance with
suppliers instructions.
9.2. Daily Checks
9.1. Cleaning
Cleantheequipmentwithadampclothandifrequiredamilddetergentmaybeused,
howeverdonotuseabrasivesorsolventsastheymaycausedamage.
A sample of compressed breathing air produced and delivered by the
compressed breathing air system must be collected and analyzed
every6months(orasspeciedbytheauthorityhavingjurisdiction)
by an accredited lab. When the testing shows unacceptable levels of
contaminants, the system must be taken out of service and reinspected.
9.3. Sampling
• Additionaltestingatregularintervalsisrecommended.
• Re-testingthesystemisrecommendedwhenanymajoroverhaulorextensiverepairs
havebeencarriedout.
Any noticeable odor must be analyzed.

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10. Servicing
10.1. Serving Guidelines
• Maintenanceoperationsonlytobeconductedwhenthesystemhasbeenshutdown,
fullydepressurizedandisolatedcompletelyfromthecompressedair.
• Ensurethesystemisinasafeconditionformaintenancetobecarriedouton.
• Dismantleandassemblewithcare,payingparticularattentiontotheareasthatbecome
pressurized.
• Allgasketsremovedduringmaintenanceoperationsmustbereplacedwithnewgaskets.
• Onlycertiedn-psiapprovedreplacementpartstobeused.
• Alwayscheckallconnections/sealingfacesforcleanlinessandsecureseatingpriorto
assembly.
• Ensureallcomponentsarerettedtotheproductbeforeoperation.
• EnsurethePurierisleftoperatinginasafeworkingconditionaftercompletionof
maintenance.
Maintenance operations should only be carried out by authorized,
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10.1 Service Intervals
Thefollowingtabledetailstherecommendedserviceintervalsforthisproduct.
Thepuriershouldbeservicedinaccordancewiththescheduleoutlinedbelow.Failureto
servicetheproductasindicatedand/orwithoutgenuinepartsmaydamagetheproduct,
causeseriousphysicalharmandwillinvalidatethemanufacturer’swarranty.
• Service Frequency - 8,000 hours (or every 1 year) service.
• Replaceallexternallterelements(preandpost-lters)
(Please contact an n-psi representative for lter servicing information).
• Replaceadsorbentcartridges(NBMSK-120&NBMSK-240)
Replaceallgasketsandsealsremovedwhileservicingthemodule(includedinrelevant
servicekits).
Please refer to the product service guide for instruction regarding carrying out a
service.
MODEL SERVICEKIT QUANTITY
NBM -120 NBMSK-120 1
NBM - 240 NBMSK-240 1
NBM - 480 NBMSK-240 2
NBM-720 NBMSK-240 3
NBM-960 NBMSK-240 4

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13. Troubleshooting
Reference to known Fault:
Opening the inlet valve too quickly
Valveshouldbeopenedslowlyallowingthepressuretobuildupgradually.
Inlet/outletheadpipe
Diameter too small.
Pipe work unsupported.
Inletpipeworkfromlowpointinsystem,allowingwatertocollectandenterthePurier.
Additional Items
Useofunauthorizedcomponents.
Untrained/non-authorizedmaintenance/installationpersonnelused.
IncreaseinairconsumptionwithoutrelationtotheowcapacityofthePurier.
PurgingthePurierwithcleaningagentsthatcoulddamagethecomponentsorthe
puricationbed.
Coversremovedorlooseduringoperation.   
Failuretocarryoutaserviceinlinewiththeserviceschedule.   
Problem Problem Caused Solutions
Poor
performance
1. Insufcientinletpressure
2. Moistorcontaminatedbed
3. Toohighairconsumption
4. Excessiveinletairtemperature
1. Inletpressuremin80psig(5.5barg).Ifnotadjustinlet
pressure settings.
2. Eliminatethecauseofcontamination.Replacepurication
cartridges–donotre-use.
3. Ensuretheperformanceofthepuriermatchestherequired
system air consumption.
4. Checkagainsttechnicalspecication.
Failureofpurierto
cycle
5. Outletowstops 5. Check inlet air supply.

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Environment
Receiver
Inlet Flow Rate
FilterSize
Filter Grades
CompressorType
OilType
PipingType
Electrical
CompressorIntakeLocation
Local/RemoteControl
DrainValvesSize&Type
Inlet/OutletPipeSize
Dew Point Meter
Check for Damage
Start-up Check List
Hastheproductbeenreceivedingoodcondition?
HastheuserreceivedandreviewedtheUserGuide?
HastheusercarriedouttherecommendedRiskAssesment?
Istheproductinstalledandoperational?
Aretheresparepartsonsite?
Hasadailycheckprocedurebeenestablished?
Doestheuserrequireanyassistancefromnano-puricationsolutions?
Yes/No
Yes/No
Comments:
Engineer: Date: I certify all of the above
information to be true?
AmbientTemp
InletAirTemp
Inlet Air Pressure
Outlet Pressure
DewPointDelivered/Witnessed
CarbonMonoxide(CO)MonitorInstalled?
COMonitorVisiblebyUser?
COMonitorAudibleByUser?
Is Compressor Dedicated to Breathing
Air?
AirqualityTestedBeforeInstallation?
AirQualityTestedAfterInstallation?
AirQualityTestReportAttached?
AirQualityTestReportPosted?
UserGuidePostedonSite?
MaintenanceItemsonSite?
Hasthisunitbeeninstalledaccordingto
manufacturersrecommendations,passed
athirdpartyairqualitytest,anddeemed
suitableforoperatingbytheinstaller?
YESorNO.
Contactnameandpositionforthequalieduser
Installation Details Operating Details OperatingNotes
14. Commissioning Report
EndUser:
scfm
Distributor:
Contact:
Phone:
Email:
Contact:
Phone:
Email:
Breathing Air Model
Start-UpDate
Start-UpTechnician
°F/°C
psig
psig
°F/°C
°F/°C
SerialNumber
Date
TechnicianCompany
CompressorMake&Model
Location
TechnicianPhone
Foranelectronicversionofthiscommissioningreport,pleasedownloadfromourwebsiteat
www.n-psi.cominthe“downloads–BreathingAir"section.
Note:

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Allresponsibilityregardingqualityofbreathingairlieswiththeuser.Compliancewith
anyfederal,state,provincialorlocalregulationsarethesoleresponsibilityoftheuser.
AllnanobreathingairproductsmeetorexceedthestandardssetforthinCGAGradeD
specicationsforairqualityassetforthbyOSHA(USA)andCSAZ180.1(Canada).
Whenthebreathingairequipmentisusedinaccordancewiththeinstructionsassetforth
bynano-puricationsolutions,thebreathingairsystemmeetsorexceedsallbreathingair
standardscurrentlyinforce.Theuserisresponsibleforinstallationandcompliancewith
anylocalizedregulationsandshouldbeuptodateonanyandallchangeswhichmayhave
occurredtospecications.
Theaircompressorneedstobelocatedinasafeandcleanambientlocationand
thelocationshouldbetestedperiodicallytoensurethecompressorisingestingand
compressingairsuitablefordownstreamtreatmentbythebreathingairsystem.The
compressedairbreathingsystemoutletqualityshouldbetestedatinitialstart-upandput
onapreventativemaintenancescheduleoftesting.Ifconditionsorlocationofthebreathing
airsystemistochange,outletbreathingairshouldberetestedandvalidatedpriortouse.
Properpreventativemaintenanceofthesystemshouldbedocumentedandmaintained
basedonrecommendedmaintenanceofthemanufacturer.
Grade-D(USA)orCSAZ180.1testing(Canada)shouldbecarriedoutanddocumented.
Thesetestsshouldanalyzeataminimum:CarbonMonoxide,Oxygen,CarbonDioxide,
Watercontent,Hydrocarboncontentandtotalparticulatelevel.Theactualallowablelevels
areclearlydocumentedintheTechnicalSpecicationsection.
Whenindoubt,pleaseconsultfactory.
15. Quality Statement
nano-puricaon soluons inc.
5509 David Cox Road
Charloe NC 28269
USA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Internet:www.n-psi.com
E-mail:[email protected]om
nano-puricaon soluons ltd.
Dukesway,
Team Valley Trading Estate,
Gateshead,
NE11 0PZ
United Kingdom
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.n-psi.co.uk
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