Plymovent MINIMAN-75 User manual
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Extraction arm
MINIMAN-75
Installation and user manualEN
0000110291/011222/B MiniMan-75 1
PREFACE...................................................................................................................................2
1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................2
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................3
3 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................3
4 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................... 4
5 USE ...........................................................................................................................5
6 MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................................5
7 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................6
8 SPARE PARTS .............................................................................................................6
9 DISPOSAL ..................................................................................................................6
EN | ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PREFACE
Using this manual
This manual is intended to be used as a work of reference for
professional, well trained and authorised users to be able to
safely install, use, maintain and repair the product mentioned
on the cover of this document.
Pictograms and symbols
The following pictograms and symbols are used in this manual:
TIP
Suggestions and recommendations to simplify
carrying out tasks and actions.
ATTENTION
A remark with additional information for the user. A
remark brings possible problems to the user’s
attention.
CAUTION!
Procedures, if not carried out with the necessary
caution, could damage the product, the workshop or
the environment.
WARNING!
Procedures which, if not carried out with the
necessary caution, may damage the product or
cause serious personal injury.
WARNING!
WARNING!
Explosion hazard! Important warning to prevent
explosions.
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Instruction to use respiratory protection when you
do service, maintenance and repair jobs, as well as
during functional testing. We recommend to use a
half-face respirator according to EN 149:2001 +
A1:2009, class FFP3 (Directive 89/686/EEC).
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Instruction to use protective gloves when you do
service, maintenance and repair jobs.
Text indicators
Listings indicated by “-” (hyphen) concern enumerations.
Listings indicated by “•” (bullet point) describe steps to
perform.
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Identication of the product
following data:
- product name
- serial number
1.2 General description
types of smaller dust and fume applications.
design), which allows for maximum air velocity, low pressure
drop and low noise level. The inner tubes are kept in place by
a gas spring (standing arm) or a balancing strap (hanging
arm). This design ensures smooth movement of the arm.
The MiniMan-75
- type H: for hanging mounting
- type S: for standing mounting
- type TopGrade: white arm (hanging or standing), especially
suitable for use in clean working environments, such as
laboratories
1.3 Options and accessories
DAMPER-75
MM-001
MM-004
in.)
MM-005 Table bracket (only for MiniMan Stypes)
1.4 Product combinations
You can use the MiniMan-75 with the following products:
Extraction fan Suitable for
- FUA-1800 | 0,55 kW (¾ HP)
- FUA-2100 | 0,75 kW (1 HP)
- FUA-3000 | 1,1 kW (1½ HP)
- FUA-4700 | 2,2 kW (3 HP)
- 3-4 MiniMan arms
- 5-6 MiniMan arms
- 9-10 MiniMan arms
- 15-16 MiniMan arms
Stanchion
-
- PA-220-160 | 2,2 m (7¼ ft)
1.5 Technical specications
Physical dimensions and properties
Length (nom.):
- MM-75-1.0
- MM-75-1.5
- 1 m (3 ft.)
- 1,5 m (5 ft.)
Diameter Ø 75 mm (3 in.)
Material:
- tubes - aluminium
- hoses - PVC with internal steel spiral;
Weight (net):
- MM-75-1.0
- MM-75-1.5
- 4 kg (9 lbs.)
- 4,5 kg (10 lbs.)
Performance
-
100-250 m/h (59-147 CFM)
- 100 m/h (59 CFM)
1.6 Working reach
Refer to Fig. I on page 7.
1.7 Pressure drop
Refer to Fig. II on page 7.
Refer to the available product data sheet for
1.8 Ambient and proces conditions
Process temperature:
- min.
- nom.
- max.
5°C (41°F)
20°C (68°F)
70°C (158°F)
Max. relative humidity 90%
Outdoor use allowed no
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2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Components
The product consists of the following main components and
elements:
Fig. 2.1
A Mounting bracket
B Friction joint (2)
C Hose (2)
D Balancing strap
E Inner tube
F Outer tube
G Semi rigid hose
H Nozzle
I Gas spring
A
B
I
G
A
B
F
G
H
H
D
E
C
C
B
E
C
C
F
B
MiniMan H
A
B
I
G
A
B
F
G
H
H
D
E
C
C
B
E
C
C
F
B
MiniMan S
Fig. 2.1 Main components and elements
2.2 Operation
The fume is extracted through the nozzle of the arm by an
extraction fan. The extraction arm discharges the polluted air
atmosphere.
2.2.1 Option: DAMPER-75 (sealed shut-o valve)
extraction arms are integrated in a line installation with
valve prevents the loss of costly heated air. You can also use
the valve to prevent fume from escaping through the nozzle
3 SAFETY
General
The manufacturer does not accept any liability for
damage to the product or personal injury caused by
ignoring of the safety instructions in this manual, or
by negligence during installation, use, maintenance, and repair
of the product mentioned on the cover of this document and
used accessories may require additional safety instructions.
Immediately contact your supplier if you detect a potential
danger when using the product.
The user of the product is always fully responsible
for observing the local safety instructions and
regulations. Observe all applicable safety
instructions and regulations.
User manual
- Everyone working on or with the product, must be familiar
with the contents of this manual and must strictly observe
the instructions therein. The management should instruct the
personnel in accordance with the manual and observe all
instructions and directions given.
- Do not change the order of the steps to perform.
- Keep the manual with the product.
Users
- The use of this product is exclusively reserved to authorised,
personnel in training can only use the product under
supervision and responsibility of skilled engineers.
- Stay alert and keep your attention to your work. Do not use
alcohol or medicine.
- The product is not to be used by children or persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction.
- Children must be supervised not to play with the product.
Intended use1
The product has been designed exclusively for extracting
soldering fumes, airborne dust and fumes from solvents. The
TopGrade type of arm (fully white) is especially suitable for use
in laboratories in the pharmaceutical, chemical and food
processing industry. Using the product for other purposes is
considered contrary to its intended use. The manufacturer
accepts no liability for any damage or injury resulting from
such use. The product has been built in accordance with
state-of-the-art standards and recognised safety regulations.
Only use this product when in technically perfect condition in
accordance with its intended use and the instructions
explained in the user manual.
Technical specications
Modications
1. “Intended use” as explained in EN-ISO 12100-1 is the use for which the
directions in the sales brochure. In case of doubt it is the use which can be
deduced from the construction, the model and the function of the technical
product which is considered normal use. Operating the machine within the
limits of its intended use also involves observing the instructions in the user
manual.
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Product combinations
If the product is used in combination with other products or
machines, the safety instructions in the documentation of
these products also apply.
Installation
- The installation of this product is exclusively reserved to
- During installation, always use Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) to avoid injury. This also applies to persons
who enter the work area during installation.
-
on a higher level than 2 metres (local restrictions may
apply).
- Do not install the product in front of entrances and exits
which must be used for emergency services.
- Mind any gas and water pipes and electric cables.
- Make sure that the workspace is well illuminated.
- Stay alert and keep your attention to your work. Do not
drugs, alcohol or medicine.
- Air containing particles such as chromium, nickel, beryllium,
cadmium, lead etc., should never be recycled. This air must
always be brought outside the working area.
Use
WARNING!
Fire hazard! Do not use the product in combination
- polishing applications in combination with
grinding, welding or any other application that
generate sparks
exposed to sparks)
- arc-air gouging
-
or solids or liquids
- extracting of aggressive fumes (such as
hydrochloric acid) or sharp particles
- extracting dust particles which are released when
welding surfaces treated with primer
- sucking cigarettes, cigars, oiled tissues, and other
burning particles, objects, and acids
WARNING!
Explosion hazard! Do not use the product for
explosion-hazardous applications, e.g.:
- aluminium laser cutting
- grinding aluminium and magnesium
- explosive environments or explosive substances/
gases
WARNING!
Do not use the product for:
- extraction of hot gases (more than 70°C/158°F
continuously)
-
- oil mist
- heavy oil mist in welding fume
- extraction of cement, saw dust, wood dust etc.
• Inspect the product and check it for damage. Verify the
functioning of the safety features.
• During use, always use Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) to avoid injury. This also applies for persons who
enter the work area.
• Check the working environment. Do not allow unauthorised
persons to enter the working environment.
• Protect the product against water and humidity.
•
• Make sure that the workshop, in the vicinity of the product,
Service, maintenance and repairs
• Obey the maintenance intervals given in this manual.
Overdue maintenance can lead to high costs for repair and
revisions and can render the guarantee null and void.
• Always use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to avoid
injury. This also applies for persons who enter the work
area.
•
• Use tools, materials, lubricants and service techniques
which have been approved by the manufacturer. Never use
worn tools and do not leave any tools in or on the product.
• Safety features which have been removed for service,
maintenance or repairs, must be put back immediately
still function properly.
•
working on a higher level than 2 metres (local restrictions
may apply).
• Clean the area afterwards.
ATTENTION
Service, maintenance and repairs must be
performed in accordance with directive TRGS 560
persons (skilled) using appropriate work practices.
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Wear respiratory protection and protective
gloves during service, maintenance and
repairs.
4 INSTALLATION
4.1 Tools and requirements
You need the following tools and requirements to
install the product:
- basic tools
4.2 To be sourced locally
You need the following material to install the
product:
- wall mounting hardware2
4.3 Unpacking
Make sure that the product is complete. The
package contains:
- extraction arm, incl. mounting bracket (fully
assembled)
If parts are missing or damaged, contact your supplier.
4.4 Installation height
You can install the MiniMan arm at any desired height. For
mounting examples, refer to page 8;
- Fig. III: “H” types
- Fig. IV: “S” types
2. The type of hardware depends on the wall type
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4.5 Mounting
PA | Stanchion
To install the MiniMan-75 on a stanchion, refer to
the instruction sheet that is supplied with the PA.
Refer to the available product data sheet for
mounting examples.
The package contains no mounting hardware for the mounting
bracket, since the required mounting hardware depends on the
wall type.
WARNING!
Before you install the product, make sure that the
wall or mounting structure is strong enough. Refer
to § 1.5 for the weight of the product.
4.5.1 Mounting bracket
Fig. 4.2
• Determine the desired installation height.
• Install the mounting bracket (including the arm) to the wall
or mounting structure.
B
A
D
D
E
C
B
A
D
D
E
C
MiniMan-75 MiniMan-100
mm in.
A162
B202 8
C186
D30
E79
Fig. 4.2 Mounting bracket
5 USE
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
During use, use PPE to avoid injury. This
also applies for persons who enter the work
area.
Fig. 5.1
• Take the nozzle (A) to position it at max. 225 mm (9 in.)
above the source of pollution.
•
open.
• Turn on the connected extraction fan or system.
• Start working.
•
• When the working position changes, move the nozzle to
the correct position in relation to the workpiece.
•
A
C
B
AC
B
A
C
B
A = max. 225 mm
(9 in.)
B = >225 mm
(9 in.)
C = >0 mm
(0 in.)
Fig. 5.1 A = Correct position of the nozzle (example: soldering)
6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Periodic maintenance
The product has been designed to function without
problems for a long time with a minimum of
maintenance. In order to guarantee this some simple, regular
maintenance and cleaning activities are required which are
described in this chapter. If you observe the necessary caution
and carry out the maintenance at regular intervals, any
problems occurring will be detected and corrected before they
lead to a total breakdown.
WARNING!
The indicated maintenance intervals can vary depending on
recommend to thoroughly inspect the complete product once
every year beside the indicated periodic maintenance. For this
purpose contact your supplier.
Component Action Frequency:
every X
months
X=3 X=6
Outside of
the arm
Clean with a non-aggressive
detergent
X
Flexible hoses Check for cracks or damages. Replace
if necessary
X
Inside of the
arm
Clean thoroughly X
Arm
movement
Check the movement of the arm. If
necessary, adjust the friction; refer to
§ 6.2
X
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6.2 Arm adjustment
If the extraction arm, or a part of it, does not stay in the
desired position, you must adjust the friction.
Fig. 6.1
• Determine which part of the arm needs more or less
friction;
- inner tube (ref. Fig. 2.1E): adjust friction joint A
- outer tube (ref. Fig. 2.1F): adjust friction joint B
A
A B
B
MiniMan H
A
A B
B
MiniMan S
Fig. 6.1 Adjustment points
7 TROUBLESHOOTING
If the product does not function (correctly), consult
the checklist below to see if you can remedy the
error yourself. Should this not be possible, contact
your supplier.
WARNING!
Obey the safety regulations that are written in
chapter 3 when you carry out the activities below.
Symptom Problem Possible
cause
Solution
The extraction
arm does not stay
in the desired
position
Escape of
fume or
dust; no
proper
extraction
Friction
setting is not
correct
Adjust the friction;
refer to § 6.2
You cannot get
the arm in the
desired position
Escape of fume or
extraction
No proper
extraction
Loose hose(s) Fasten the hose(s)
properly
Hose damage Replace the hose(s)
8 SPARE PARTS
The following spare parts are available for the
product;
- refer to exploded view Fig. V on page 9
9 DISPOSAL
After life of the product, dispose of it in accordance
with federal, state or local regulations.
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ANNEX
Fig. I Working reach
A
B
C
D
E
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
A
B
C
D
E
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
MM-75-1.0/H MM-75-1.5/H
mm inch mm inch
A1160 46
B1512 60
C2250 89 2500 98
Height from the oorD1500 59 1500 59
E750 30 250 10
Fig. II Pressure drop
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
50 100 150 200 250
m³/h
Pa
250
0
50 75 100 125 150
175 200 CFM
1
0
2
3
in. WG
300 350
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ANNEX
Fig. III Mounting examples MiniMan H
A
B
C
D
E
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
A
B
C
D
E
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
MM-75-1.0/H MM-75-1.5/H
1000 mm
(3½ ft.)
1000 mm
(3½ ft.)
MM-75-1.0/H + PA-110/160
1000 mm
(3½ ft.)
1000 mm
(3½ ft.)
MM-75-1.0/H + PA-220/160
Fig. IV Mounting examples MiniMan S
A
B
C
D
E
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
A
B
C
D
E
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1500 mm
(5 ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
1000 mm
(3¼ ft.)
MM-75-1.0/S MM-75-1.5/S
1000 mm
(3½ ft.)
1000 mm
(3½ ft.)
MM-75-1.0/S MM-75-1.0/S + PA-110/160
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ANNEX
Fig. V Exploded view
0000101992 (2x)
0000101981
(2/2)
0000101982
(2/2)
0000101981
(1/2)
0000101982
(1/2)
0000101981
(1/2)
0000101982
(1/2)
0000101981
(2/2)
0000101982
(2/2)
0000101979
0000101980
0000101979
0000101980
0000101987
0000101988
0000101985
0000101986
0000101983
0000101984
0000102799
0000102800
0000102803
0000102804
0000102801
0000102802
0000102805
0000102806
0000102801
0000102802
0000102805
0000102806
0000102799
0000102800
0000102803
0000102804
0000101983
0000101984
0000101983
0000101984
0000102197
0000102198
0000101983
0000101984
0000101989
0000101990
0000101989
0000101990
0000101131
0000101991 (3x)
0000101131
MiniMan 75-1.0/H
MiniMan 75-1.5/H
MiniMan 75-1.0/S
MiniMan 75-1.5/S
S + H
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ANNEX
Article no. Description
General
0000101131 DAMPER-75
0000101979 Semi rigid hose Ø 75 mm (black), incl. collar (2) and
hose clamp (2)
0000101980 Semi rigid hose Ø 75 mm (white), incl. collar (2) and
hose clamp (2)
0000101981 Hose (2) L=320 mm/Ø 75 mm (black), incl. tie-wrap
(4)
0000101982 Hose (2) L=320 mm/Ø 75 mm (white), incl. tie-wrap
(4)
0000101983 Joint MM-75 (black)
0000101984 Joint MM-75 (white)
0000101989 Nozzle MM-75 (black)
0000101990 Nozzle MM-75 (white)
0000101991 Hose clamp Ø 85 mm (3)
0000101992 Rubber seal 50 mm (2)
0000102197 Mounting bracket, incl. joint MM-75 (black)
0000102198 Mounting bracket, incl. joint MM-75 (white)
• MM-75-1.0/H
0000101987 Balancing strap MM-75-1.0/H
0000102799 Inner tube MM-75-1.0 (white)
0000102800 Inner tube MM-75-1.0 (yellow)
0000102801 Outer tube MM-75-1.0 (white)
0000102802 Outer tube MM-75-1.0 (yellow)
• MM-75-1.5/H
0000101988 Balancing strap MM-75-1.5/H
0000102803 Inner tube MM-75-1.5 (white)
0000102804 Inner tube MM-75-1.5 (yellow)
0000102805 Outer tube MM-75-1.5 (white)
0000102806 Outer tube MM-75-1.5 (yellow)
• MM-75-1.0/S
0000101985 Gas spring 120 N
0000102799 Inner tube MM-75-1.0 (white)
0000102800 Inner tube MM-75-1.0 (yellow)
0000102801 Outer tube MM-75-1.0 (white)
0000102802 Outer tube MM-75-1.0 (yellow)
• MM-75-1.5/S
0000101986 Gas spring 300 N
0000102803 Inner tube MM-75-1.5 (white)
0000102804 Inner tube MM-75-1.5 (yellow)
0000102805 Outer tube MM-75-1.5 (white)
0000102806 Outer tube MM-75-1.5 (yellow)
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