Tweco Smoke Collector Instruction manual

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Operating Instructions

Issue Date: April 29, 2011

Revision: AA

Manual No: 89210006

WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS!

Congratulations on your new Tweco® product. We are proud to have
you as our customer and will strive to provide you with the best
service and reliability in the industry. This product is backed by our
extensive warranty and world-wide service network. To locate your
nearest distributor or service agency call 800-426-1888, or visit us
on the web at www.tweco.com.

This Manual has been designed to instruct you on the correct
assembly and use of your Tweco® Smoke Collector. Your satisfaction
with this product and its safe operation is our ultimate concern.
Therefore, please take the time to read the entire manual, especially
the Safety Instructions and Warnings. They will help you to avoid
potential hazards that may exist when working with this product.

YOU ARE IN GOOD COMPANY!

The Brand of Choice for Contractors and Fabricators Worldwide.

Tweco® is a Global Brand of Arc Welding Products for Thermadyne
Industries Inc. We manufacture and supply to major welding industry
sectors worldwide, including: Manufacturing, Construction, Mining,
Automotive, Aerospace, Engineering, Rural and DIY/Hobbyist.

We distinguish ourselves from our competition through market­leading, dependable products that have stood the test of time. We
pride ourselves on technical innovation, competitive prices, excellent
delivery, superior customer service and technical support, together
with excellence in sales and marketing expertise.

Above all, we are committed to develop technologically advanced
products to achieve a safer working environment within the welding
industry.

SMOKE COLLECTOR

WARNINGS

Read and understand this entire Manual and your employer’s safety practices
before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment. While the information
contained in this manual represents the Manufacturer’s judgment, the Manufacturer
assumes no liability for its use.

This manual has been structured to provide the user with all the information required for assembly,
operation and trouble shooting of the Smoke Collector system. Illustrations, charts and other supporting
data are provided to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

For additional information, contact your local Tweco® Distributor or Tweco®.

Tweco® Smoke Collector
Operating Instructions
Instruction Guide Number: 89210006
Published by:
Thermadyne® Industries, Inc. [phone]
2800 Airport Rd. www.tweco.com
Denton, TX. 76208 U.S. Customer Care: [phone]
International Customer Care: [phone]

Copyright © 2011 Thermadyne Industries, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction of this work, in whole or in part, without written permission of the publisher is prohibited.
The publisher does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any party for any loss or damage

caused by any error or omission in this Manual, whether such error results from negligence, accident,
or any other cause.

Publication Date: April 29, 2011

Table of Contents

SECTION 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS .....................................4

SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................8

SECTION 3: WIRING DIAGRAM ..........................................................................8

SECTION 4: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................8

SECTION 5: TECHNICAL DATA AND PARTS ......................................................10

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE .............................................................................11

WARRANTY ......................................................................................................13

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SECTION 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS

Read and understand all safety and operating instructions provided before using this apparatus.

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS NEARBY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

OVERVIEW OF POTENTIAL HAZARDS

READ THIS SAFETY INFORMATION

CONVENTIONS USED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS

These are the safety alert symbols. They alert you to potential hazards that can kill

or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”,

“WARNING”, or “CAUTION”

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,

if NOT avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,

if NOT avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,

if NOT avoided, may result in injury or property damage.

The word NOTE is used to convey installation, operation, or maintenance information
which is important but not hazard-related.

This booklet is a guide to the safe and efficient operation of a Portable Smoke Collector
apparatus. If the apparatus is not used in the INTENDED application, the operator must still
follow those safety and operating procedures that do apply to that particular applica tion. Read
this booklet thoroughly and carefully before operating this equipment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH may result if this equipment is not properly installed,
used, and maintained. Misuse of this equipment and other unsafe practices can
be hazardous. The operator, supervisor, and helper must read and understand
the following safety warnings and instructions before installing or using any
equipment, and be aware of the dangers associated with the welding or cutting
processes. Training and proper supervision are important for a safe work place.
Keep these instructions for future use. Additional recommended safety and
operating information is referenced in each section.

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SAFETY AND OPERATING REFERENCES

1. Code of Federal Regulations (OSHA) Section 29, Part 1910.95, 132, 133, 134, 139,
251, 252, 253, 254, and 1000. U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owasrch.search_form?p_doc_
type=STANDARDS&p_toc_level=1&p_keyvalue=1910

2. ANSI Z88.2. “Standard Practice for Respiratory Protection”. American
National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018
http://www.nssn.org/

3. AWS F4.1. “Recommended Safe Practices for Welding and Cutting Containers”
http://www.aws.org/w/a/technical/index.html

4. NFPA-7. “National Electrical Code” National Fire
Protection Association, Battery Park, Quincy, MA 02269
http://www.nfpa.org/aboutthecodes/list_of_codes_and_standards.asp

5. CSA W117.2. “Safety in Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes”. Canadian
Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3
http://ccinfoweb.ccohs.ca/

6. Refer to your local codes.

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