Dyson Airblade Installation

Provide your customers and staff with a fast and hygienic method of hand drying by installing a Dyson Airblade machine. These modern hand dryers are energy efficient and, not only will you be providing a machine that filters out 99.9 percent of bacteria -- running costs are significantly less than traditional hand drying methods -- thus saving you money. By following the straightforward installation directions together with the mounting template, your airblade will be operational in no time.

Things You'll Need

• Owner's operation manual
• Installation template
• Electric drill and appropriate bits
• Phillips screwdriver
• Screwdriver
• Level
• Pencil or marking tool
• Appropriate electrical fittings
• 6 0.25-inch screws, toggle or masonry bolts and appropriate fittings.

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Instructions

• 1

  Turn off the electrical supply. Choose a suitable location on a flat wall and place the installation template in position, following the height recommendations described in the owner's manual. Ensure it is square; using the level.

• 2

  Mark the six mounting holes then drill them. Mark and drill the hole for the electrical connection. Install the electrical conduit and wire.

• 3

  Fix the mounting plate securely in position using 0.25-inch fixtures.

• 4

  Lay the airblade unit face up and remove the fascia fixing screws. Refer to the owner's manual for specific directions. Remove the fascia cover.

• 5

  Knock out the appropriate electrical inlet hole from the back plate of the airblade. Install the electrical unit according to the manufacturer's directions, then connect the terminal blocks.

• 6

  Hang the airblade onto the mounting plate then screw it securely to the wall using the four fixing holes and fixtures.

• 7

  Replace the fascia cover and secure with the tamper-proof fittings.

• 8

  Switch on the electrical supply and test the unit by placing your hands between the two airblades. The airflow should start immediately.