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Read and follow these safety practices before
installing, operating, or servicing the TURBO-ES
Fan
TM
. Failure to follow these safety practices could
result in death or serious injury.
OPERATION
DO NOT operate TURBO-ES Fan until the operator
completely comprehends the contents of this manual.
The fan is a specialized type of powered equipment,
designed for a specic job function and requires
adequate and thorough instruction BEFORE it is
operated. Each person must receive adequate
professional instruction regarding proper operation.
Read and understand this Owner's Manual.
DO NOT operate the fan without the inlet and outlet
screens properly secured and in place. Replace screens
with factory replacements (OEM). The screen grid
must comply with current OSHA regulations regarding
protective enclosures to prevent personal injury to the
operator(s). Ensure the structural integrity of the screens
will allow them to serve their protective function. Keep
both screens free from obstructions and debris to allow
maximum airow.
DO NOT stand directly in front of and/or face the fan
outlet. Personal injury may result from debris being
thrown from the fan at relatively high velocity.
DO NOT allow minors to operate the fan. Bystanders,
children and animals should not be allowed in the area
where a fan is in use.
DO NOT operate the unit if there is any physical damage
to the cord or plug.
Keep ngers and hands clear of blade. DO NOT put any
objects into the unit’s openings, including hair, loose
clothing, ngers and other body parts.
Implement an operational safety program for this fan, to
include but not limited to instructional requirements for
operation, applicable OSHA requirements, local laws
and regulations, job site safety and fan maintenance.
Operators must be fully instructed regarding the specics
of this safety program. (Ref. 29CFR 1926.21 (b)(2)).
Ensure the operator(s) are in adequate physical
condition, mental health and not under the inuence of
any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair
SAFETY PRACTICES
vision, dexterity or judgment. If you have any condition
that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with
your doctor before operating the fan. Guard against the
possibility of back related injuries.
Wear approved sound barriers (ear plugs or ear
mufers). Noise, generated by the fan, may damage your
hearing. Continuous and regular operators should have
their hearing checked regularly.
Wear sturdy and snug tting clothing. Never wear loose
tting clothing or anything that could become caught on
controls or moving parts. Wear long pants to protect your
legs. To improve your grip and protect your hands, wear
heavy duty, non-slip gloves. Wear steel-toed safety boots
with non-slip soles. Sneakers or other similar type shoes
do not provide adequate protection.
Wear an approved safety hard hat.
Complete a visual inspection of the fan and check for
damaged, worn, loose and/or broken parts. Ensure all
safety devices are operable and information decals are
readable. Ensure the fan and all related accessories are
in good mechanical condition before use. Never modify
the factory conguration.
Know where the controls are, how they operate, and how
to stop the fan in an emergency.
Ensure the fan is operated in a horizontal position to
meet the enclosure denition. The fan is designed for
operation in job site areas that are reasonably dry, clean,
and provide for a continuous, dynamic source of air for
cooling the motor.
INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE
Improper connection of the ground conductor on this
equipment can result in re, electrical shock, injury
or death. Check with a qualied electrician or service
person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the unit. If it will not t in the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
Always stop the motor and disconnect the power source
to prevent accidental starting and/or the possibility
of receiving electrical shock. Do not attempt any
maintenance or repair work not described in this Owner's
Manual.
SAFETY PRACTICES