SECTION 9: START-UP
An AEROMIX factory technician or representative is recommended to be on site for all
start-ups. A start-up data sheet must be completed and mailed to AEROMIX Systems in
order to validate warranty coverage. Start-up must cover these three areas:
1.
Training all operators on proper equipment use by going over this manual.
2.
Checking proper propeller rotation
3.
Checking for proper equipment operation by taking amperage readings and
observing equipment.
9.1: TRAINING
Training consists of going over this manual with everyone that will come in contact with
the equipment. An emphasis should be placed on safety and maintenance.
9.2: PROPELLER ROTATION
Propeller rotation should be checked with the aerator propeller out of the water. Secure
the aerator so the unit does not jump when started.
Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from the propeller and
couplings during operation.
Quickly turn the electrical power on and off. Proper rotation is clockwise when viewed
from the propeller end (see
FIGURE 15)
. When rotating correctly, water is pushed
away from the aerator and is not splashed up toward the motor.
If the rotation is incorrect, turn off the aerator, disconnect lockout and tagout
the main circuit.
When power supplied is three phase, switching any two of the lead
wires (except the ground) will change the rotation. For single phase, rotation can be
changed by switching wires as indicated on the motor wiring diagram.
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Correct direction of rotation
is clockwise when viewed
from the propeller end.
Correct direction of rotation
is counter clockwise when
viewed the motor end.
FIGURE 15:
Correct Propeller
Rotation
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