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Medical Lubricated Vacuum
2.0 Installation
2.1 Inspection Upon Receiving Modular systems are shipped as separate units to
facilitate a variety of installations. Most modular
The condition of the LifeLine® Lubricated and tank mount units are designed to fi t through
Rotary Vane Medical Vacuum System should be a standard 36” doorway, though some receiver
carefully inspected upon delivery. Any indication modules may need to be tipped slightly (15 Hp
of damage by the carrier should be noted on through 25 Hp skid bases measure 43”). Some
the delivery receipt, especially if the system will interconnecting piping and wiring between
not be immediately uncrated and installed. modules may be necessary on modular systems
BeaconMedæs ships all systems F.O.B. factory; only.
therefore, damage is the responsibility of the
carrier, and all claims must be made with them. Refer to the diagrams supplied with your system for
Lubricated Vane systems may remain in their dimensional, wiring and installation information.
shipping containers until ready for installation. If
LifeLine® Lubricated Vane systems are to be stored Place units to ensure high visibility of indicators
prior to installation, they must be protected from and gauges and for performing maintenance on the
the elements to prevent rust and deterioration. system. Refer to your installation diagram. If you
do not have one, please contact BeaconMedæs
DO NOT REMOVE the protective covers from the Technical Support at 888-4-MEDGAS.
inlet and discharge connection ports of the unit
until they are ready for connecting to the hospital’s 2.3 Location
pipeline distribution system.
The LifeLine® Lubricated Rotary Vane Medical
2.2 Handling Vacuum system should be installed indoors in
a clean, well-ventilated environment. Areas of
excessive dust, dirt or other air-borne particulate
WARNING:
should be avoided.
USE APPROPRIATE LOAD RATED LIFTING
EQUIPMENT AND OBSERVE SAFE LIFTING Certain considerations should be given to the
PROCEDURES DURING ALL MOVES. placement of the system. The package may be
installed in a location that is fl at, level, and will
support its weight. Clearance between the unit
The vacuum package can be moved with either and adjacent walls should be no less than 24”
a forklift or dollies. Keep all packing in place to ensure suffi cient airfl ow for cooling. There
during installation to minimize damage. Walk should be a minimum of three feet of clearance
along the route the unit must travel and note in front of the control panel for safe operation
dimensions of doorways and low ceilings. Most and maintenance. A vertical distance of 24” is
LifeLine® Lubricated Vane systems are designed required above the modules for ventilation and
to go through 36” doorways (15 Hp through 25 Hp maintenance.
systems have bases that measure 43”).
No special foundation is required. However, all
Most Single Point Connection systems can be units must be securely bolted using all mounting
separated to fi t through 36” doorways (15 holes provided. If a raised concrete pad is used,
Hp through 25 Hp skid bases measure 43”). If the module bases must not overhang the concrete
separating bases, carefully label all removed base. A method to drain away moisture is
electrical connections for easier re-assembly at the necessary.
fi nal destination.
Adequate ventilation is required. The pumps are
air-cooled. Therefore, it is very important that the
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