Drying equipment is widely used in industry and laboratory, which plays an important role in drying various raw materials, intermediates and finished products. However, the operation of drying equipment is not a simple task, we need to strictly observe the precautions to ensure the normal operation of the equipment, to avoid accidents, so as to improve work efficiency. The following are the main precautions for the operation of drying equipment:
Checking before starting the equipment: every time before turning on the drying equipment, the first thing to do is to check the equipment, including whether the power supply is stable, whether the switch is normal, whether the instrument is working, whether the desiccant is sufficient and so on. Only to ensure that the equipment is in a safe and stable state, in order to avoid failure during operation.
Select suitable drying conditions: different materials require different drying conditions. Before operating the equipment, you should fully understand the nature of the material, select the appropriate drying temperature, humidity, time and other conditions. Too high temperature or too low humidity may affect the nature of the material or lead to equipment failure.
Uniform heating: In the drying process, uniform heating should be maintained to avoid localized overheating or overcooling. This can not only improve the drying efficiency, but also avoid equipment damage caused by uneven temperature.
Observing the drying process: when operating the drying equipment, you should always pay attention to the drying process, such as the consumption of desiccant, the humidity change of the material, the temperature of the equipment and so on. Once the abnormal situation is found, measures should be taken immediately to deal with it and prevent the accident from expanding.
Timely replacement of desiccant: with the drying process, the desiccant will gradually consume. When it reaches the saturation point, the desiccant should be replaced in time. When replacing the desiccant, make sure that the equipment has been sufficiently cooled to avoid scalding.
Regular maintenance: In order to keep the good performance of the drying equipment, regular maintenance should be carried out, such as cleaning, lubrication, inspection and so on. Through regular maintenance, potential problems can be found and solved in time to avoid the expansion of the problem.
Safe operation: When operating the drying equipment, you must always pay attention to safety. Avoid cleaning, checking and other operations while the equipment is running. If such operations are required, the power should be turned off first to ensure that the equipment has been sufficiently cooled. In addition, the electrical wiring of the equipment should be kept intact to avoid contact with hot components and to prevent the risk of electric shock.
In short, proper operation of drying equipment requires attention to a number of aspects. From checking the equipment before startup to selecting suitable drying conditions, to even heating and observing the drying process, every aspect is crucial. At the same time, the timely replacement of desiccant and regular maintenance of the equipment is also the key to maintain good performance and extend the service life of the equipment. In the operation process, we should always keep in mind the principle of safety first to ensure the smooth progress of the work.