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1.0 FOREWORD
PEDRO GIL, S.A. (hereinafter PG), has produced this manual to provide the necessary information to carry out the
safe, correct and efficient procedures for the starting and maintenance of the blowers and compact units it
manufactures. The workers responsible for these operations must have read and understood this manual.
This machine has been manufactured and assembled according to the guidelines set out in European safety regulations.
This manual makes up a part of the documentation required by the aforementioned regulations and adds to them by
providing
specific instructions for PG machinery, with the intention of maximising safety, for both
workers and materials.
2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Do not start up the unit before reading the instruction manual.
•Disconnect the power supply when you need to work with the machine or one of its components.
•Use suitable protection and the equipment necessary for any possible hazards arising from the operation or
installation of this machine
.
•Keep your body and clothes away from the rotating machinery and the intake and exit openings of air or
gases to be propelled.
•Without a cabin, ears must be protected from noise levels.
•The temperatures generated by compression within the blower can cause burns.
•The protection for the drive must always be attached and fitted correctly. If, for any reason, the unit is to be
disassembled, it must be stopped beforehand.
•The mountings for the blower, motor and accessories must be inspected regularly.
•If the blower unit incorporates a soundproof cabin, it will not start up until all of the panels and the door have been
positioned correctly and closed. If it is necessary to move the panel where the fan is located, it must always have
stopped before removal.
•In order to avoid shock from static electricity, connect the earths for both the muffler bed and the soundproof cabin,
as necessary (see diagram). The earth connection must made using a cable with a minimum diameter of 16 mm2.
•Do not use the blower unless these limits regarding operating conditions are fulfilled.
•An emergency stop button must be provided so the blower can be stopped if necessary.
•Never start up the blower when either the suction or thrust clamps, or both, are open.
•When cleaning or removing grease from the blower, always do so when the machine is cold, using non-toxic liquids
or mixtures. Some of these fluids can react violently to heat.
•If the machinery has to be manipulated, this must be carried out by persons qualified to do so.
•If you have any problems or doubts, please contact our technical service.
Tel.: +34937537171
Fax: +34937537300
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All PG blowers are designed and manufactured in accordance with the current European regulations. However, we
recommend that
these safety and maintenance instructions, which form a part of the aforementioned regulations,
are strictly followed.
3.0 RECEPTION AT PLANT
Machinery and accessories should be protected from any possible knocks during transportation.
The machine should be inspected on arrival at its destination.
Check that:
•No damage has occurred.
•The entire order has been delivered.
•The technical data shown on the plate with the blower specifications coincides with the order made.
4.0 METHODS OF LOADING AND UNLOADING
•Never hang the machine by its shaft. See diagrams.
4.1 STORAGE
•The storage of blowers and blower units is highly important to ensure that they remain in perfect condition.
•They must be stored in a dry, sheltered area.
•In the case of long-term storage, fill both sumps with oil to the normal level.
•Protect the interior of the machine, the pistons and the moving parts with anti-corrosion oil.
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Manually turn the blower shaft and the motor on a regular basis, to ensure that the bearings do not seize up.
