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Installation
Operator’s Manual 2010 Rev B p/n 2010
START-UP CHECKLIST
It is recommended that these start-up procedures be followed in sequence and checked off ( ) in the boxes
provided in any of the following cases.
• During initial installation
• After any shutdown period
• After maintenance work has been performed
• After blower has been moved to a new location
DATES
CHECKED:
Check the unit for proper lubrication. Proper oil level is critical. See Lubrication
(Splash) on page 11. See Recommended Lubricants for Rotary Blowers and
Vacuum Boosters on page 26 for information on acceptable lubricants for the
product.
Check the V-belt drive for proper belt alignment and tension. See V-Belts on page 9.
Carefully turn the rotors by hand to be certain they do not bind.
WARNING
Disconnect power. Make certain power is
off and locked out before touching any
rotating element of the blower, motor, or drive
components.
WARNING
When touching the blower or motor during
operation, make certain that loose clothing,
long hair, neckties, loose shoelaces, rags, etc.
are secured snugly and cannot accidentally
dangle into rotating elements such as shafts,
belts, and sheaves.
“Bump”* the unit with the motor to check rotation (counterclockwise when facing the
shaft) and to be certain it turns freely and smoothly.
Start the unit and operate it for 30 minutes at no load. During this time, feel the cylinder
for hot spots. If minor hot spots occur, see Troubleshooting on page 17.
Apply the load and observe the operation of the unit for 1 hour.
If minor malfunctions occur, discontinue operation and see Troubleshooting on
page 17.
* Start intermittently and then turn off immediately.
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