INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE
US $3.00, Canada $4.50
RAM
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and RCS (400 & 600 RCS Vertical WHISPAIR
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Only) – GAS, DVJ, DPJ and VJ Series Blowers
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Make sure both driving and driven equipment is cor-
rectly lubricated before start-up. See LUBRICATION.
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In event of trouble during installation or operation, do
not attempt repairs of Roots furnished equipment. Notify
Roots, giving all nameplate information plus an outline
of operating conditions and a description of the trouble.
Unauthorized attempts at equipment repair may void
Roots warranty.
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Units out of warranty may be repaired or adjusted by the
owner. Good inspection and maintenance practices
should reduce the need for repairs.
NOTE:
Information in this manual is correct as of the date of
publication. Roots reserves the right to make design or
material changes without notice, and without obligation to
make similar changes on equipment of prior manufacture.
For your nearest Roots Office, dial our Customer Service Hot
Line toll free; 1-877-363-ROOT(S) (7668) or direct 832-590-
2600.
Do These Things To Get The Most From Your ROOTS
™
blower
Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12
Information Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Precautions & Operating Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 9
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Inspection & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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Check shipment for damage. If found, file claim with
carrier and notify Roots.
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Unpack shipment carefully, and check contents against
Packing List. Notify Roots if a shortage appears.
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Store in a clean, dry location until ready for installation.
Lift by methods discussed under INSTALLATION to
avoid straining or distorting the equipment. Keep covers
on all openings. Protect against weather and corrosion if
outdoor storage is necessary. See page 4 for instruc-
tions.
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Read OPERATING LIMITATIONS and INSTALLATION sec-
tions in this manual and plan the complete installation.
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Provide for adequate safeguards against accidents to
persons working on or near the equipment during both
installation and operation. See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
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Install all equipment correctly. Foundation design must
be adequate and piping carefully done. Use recommend-
ed accessories for operating protection.
GAS BLOWER SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 - 14
DVJ BLOWER SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 18
Internal Abradable Coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 - 18
406 RAM DPJ BLOWER SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
VJ BLOWER SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 - 24
Installation Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 - 24
Parts Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 - 27
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