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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

these instructions are for your protection and convenience. Please read them carefully since failure to follow
these precautions could result in injury or even death.

• always use the Vaf-3000P in accordance with the required operation standards listed below.

• Never put the Vaf-3000P into standing water or allow water inside the motor.

• Never store the Vaf-3000P outdoors.

• Never allow the air intake screens to become plugged.

• Never put any object in the intake screen unless the unit is disconnected from the air supply line and the fan

blade has stopped turning

• Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy. close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from the intake screen. if the fan is not

working properly because it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or submerged in water, contact an
authorized Service center or the factory at (847) 364-4646.

for all aPPlicatioNS

1) 100 psi maximum.
2) Clean, dry, lubricated air supply required.

for hazarDouS locatioNS

1) CAUTION: Ground unit at lug on coupler plate.
2) Air supply lines shall be made of electrically

conductive material in accordance with the
recommended practice on static electricity, NFPA
77, and/or any other applicable local code.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION AND CARE

oPeratioN StaNDarDS

• your new Vaf-3000P comes to you completely assembled and ready to operate. carefully inspect unit for

any possible damage from transit.

• When using the Vaf-3000P, note the directional airflow indicator on the external shell. this is the way the

air moves.

• Prior to connecting the Vaf-3000P to the air supply line, inspect the inlet and outlet screen and remove any

debris that may restrict airflow movement.

WheN uSeD With DuctiNG

1) Do not install duct when fan is in operation.

SPecificatioNS

Pneumatic Motor:

1.71 hp

RPM:

3000

CFM:

2063

DiMeNSioNS

Height:

21''

53.34 cm

Width:

14''

35.65 cm

Length:

17''

43.18 cm

Duct Adapter:

12''

30.48 cm

Weight:

28 lbs.

12.75 Kgs.

for hazarDouS locatioNS

2) Use only “Static Conductive Hose” properly

grounded. If connecting duct to duct use only
“Static Conductive” couplers made of aluminum.

3)  Place duct lip over duct adapter and secure firmly. 
4)  Note the direction of airflow as indicated by the

arrow on the side of the fan.

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Summary of Contents for VAF-3000P

Page 1: ... in Class I Groups A B C and D Class II Groups E F and G and Class III Purchase Date_______________________ Serial No _______________________ Dealer_____________________________________________________________ Americ Corporation 785 Bonnie Lane Elk Grove Village IL 60007 USA Phone 847 364 4646 Fax 847 364 4695 ...

Page 2: ...rms and obligations 1 introduction 2 General Safety information and operation 3 exploded View of the Vaf 3000P 4 Parts list 5 air Motor Precautions and operating Specs 6 trouble Shooting 7 lubrication and Servicing the air Motor 8 ...

Page 3: ... beyond americ s control this limited warranty does not apply if the serial number has been removed obliterated or defaced americ corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Vane axial fan in design materials or specifications as necessary and without prior notice americ shall not be obliged to make alterations or modifications to existing products previously manufactured to obtain repla...

Page 4: ...y does exist however that the Vane axial fan can be subjected to applications not intended by americ Misuse and or misapplication of the Vane Axial Fan can lead to the possibility of serious damage injury or even death anyone operating the Vane axial fan should refer to current oSha job safety and health rules and regulations pertaining to the construction industry with a particular emphasis on 29...

Page 5: ...zarDouS locatioNS 1 CAUTION Ground unit at lug on coupler plate 2 Air supply lines shall be made of electrically conductive material in accordance with the recommended practice on static electricity NFPA 77 and or any other applicable local code INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION AND CARE oPeratioN StaNDarDS your new Vaf 3000P comes to you completely assembled and ready to operate carefully inspect unit f...

Page 6: ...VAF 3000P PICTORIAL BREAKDOWN 4 ...

Page 7: ...6 17 00852a fan blade 17 104 50028 1 2 oD tube 18 104 50032 Muffler 19 Motor assembly 104 50014 Motor 104 50015 Motor Mount 104 50016 Motor endplate 104 50017 Motor bolt 104 50018 lock Washer 09 00889a Vane 104 50020 Vane to Motor bolts 104 50021 Star Washer 104 50022 lock Washer 104 50023 Nut 20 Motor connection 104 50025 Pipe Nipple 104 50026 hex bushing 104 50027 90 Swivel Slip on 21 03 00983a ...

Page 8: ...in excess of the recommended operating maximums below ambient temperature should not exceed 121 c 250 f SAFETY SYMBOL When you see this symbol CAUTION be aware that personal injury or property damage is possible the hazard is explained in the text following the symbol CAUTION Severe personal injury or death coulD occur if hazard is ignored iNterNal oPeratiNG MaxiMuMS Motor Maximum Maximum Maximum ...

Page 9: ...uct length 4 Worn motor vanes 1 remove motor and replace damaged motor mounts 2 Perform maintenance and check line to air supply 1 remove and replace motor replace fan blade as necessary 2 replace fan blade 3 clean fan blade 1 remove motor and replace damaged motor mounts 2 replace fan blade if necessary 3 replace housing unit as necessary 1 Supply 100 psi air 2 increase size of compressor and or ...

Page 10: ...foreign material exiting the air motor can be hazardous Solid or liquid material exiting the unit can cause eye or skin damage Keep away from air stream Keep face away from exhaust port eye protection is required CAUTION flush unit only in a well ventilated area relubricate the motor by squirting a drop of oil in the chamber if the vanes need replacing or foreign materials are present in motor cha...

Page 11: ...cing you Disconnect air hoses from the motor by pushing in on the ferrule lock ring while pulling on hoses Step three use a 13 16 open end wrench to spin off brass hex fittings from the air motor Note a 3 4 open end wrench may also be needed to spin off air connection ferrules of the 90º elbow because of limited space Step four lay unit down with the fan blade facing up remove the nylon nut that h...

Page 12: ...al assistance REINSTALLING THE AIR MOTOR INTO THE VAF 3000P HOUSING Step one Prepare motor for installation by removing the shipping plugs from the air motor ports lay the Vaf 3000P face down on a firm work surface Step two carefully position air motor into the housing assembly with the motor shaft through the front mounting plate be sure to align the air fitting holes of the motor and housing so ...

Page 13: ...t ring and grounding stud ring to the front of the unit s housing assemble bolt with flat washer first then the ground stud ring and finally the star washer this bolt assembly is then threaded through the grill and duct ring into unit s housing repeat steps to install grill duct ring and grounding stud ring to the rear of unit s housing you should use a 1 4 ratchet and a 7 32 socket for this proce...

Page 14: ...785 Bonnie Lane Elk Grove Village IL 60007 Tel 847 364 4646 800 364 4642 Fax 847 364 4695 Email sales americ com www americ com ...

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