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System Start-Up Information (Continued)
1. THIS UNIT IS NOT RATED FOR USE IN COMBUSTIBLE ENVIRONMENTS.
2. DO NOT operate the dust collector in areas where explosion risks are high. Areas of high risk include, but
are not limited to, areas near pilot lights, open ames, or other ignition sources.
3. ONLY operate dust collector in locations that include a re suppression system or have a re extinguisher
available nearby.
a. e ABC type (dry chemical) is generally a good choice for small wood shops.
b. Additional information on portable extinguishers can be found in NFPA 10 (Standard for Portable Fire
Extinguishers).
4. DO NOT allow accumulation of layers of ne dust on horizontal surfaces. Especially overhead lights,
electrical boxes and fuse panels which can ignite dust. Keep the oor around the system clean and free of
scrap material, oil, grease.
5. ENSURE all equipment and ductwork is electrically grounded.
6. DO NOT use PVC drain pipe.
7. ALWAYS consult an electrician or qualied service personnel about wiring practices and electrical codes
in your area. ONLY allow an electrician or qualied service personnel to do electrical installation or repair
work.
8. ALWAYS disconnect power before accessing or exposing electrical equipment. Improper wiring can cause
re, electrocution, injury, or death.
9. DO NOT use to pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
10. DO NOT use to pick up liquids, ammable liquids, or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
11. DO NOT use excessively large wood waste bins. Wood dust mixtures are highly ammable and can be
explosive
 FIRE HAZARDS 
Process owners/operators retain all responsibility for the suitability of fire and explosion
hazard mitigation, suppression, and isolation strategies and to follow all applicable
federal, state, local, OSHA, NFPA, or authorities having jurisdiction codes and regulations
when installing and operating this dust collector.
Improper operation of a dust control system may contribute to conditions in the work
area or facility that could result in severe personal injury and product or property
damage.
Oneida Air Systems assumes no responsibility or liability for the suitability of any fire and/
or explosion mitigation strategy, or any items incorporated into a collector as part of an
owner/operators hazard mitigation strategy.