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II. Safety 

Instructions 

 
 
1.

 

Read all instructions before operation.  Retain instructions for your permanent records. 

 
2.

 

Disconnect power source before servicing or cleaning unit.   

 
3.

 

Do not permit unauthorized persons to use the unit at any time. 

 
4.

 

Do not put alcohol or other combustible materials in the vacuum tank. 

 
5.

 

Never operate compressor at pressures or speeds in excess of those recommended by 
manufacturer. 

 
6.

 

Some elements on the unit may be quite warm in normal operation.  Do not touch or 
permit combustible materials to come in contact with these components. 

 
7.

 

Do not touch moving parts while Dropmaster is in service. 

 
8.

 

Technician operating Dropmaster should utilize eye and hearing 
protection at all times. 

 
9.

 

Unit should be operated in a clean and well-ventilated area. 

 
10. 

Dropmaster is to be used for siphoning water or non-toxic antifreeze sprinkler systems 
only.   Do not use for other applications.  

 
11.     Use caution when transporting Dropmaster unit, make sure unit is properly 
          secured in transporting vehicle. Transport unit upright. 
 
12. 

Please note separate safety instructions are enclosed for the motor and the compressor 
used in the Dropmaster.  These manuals must be reviewed before operating Dropmaster. 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Summary of Contents for DROPMASTER Mini E

Page 1: ...OPERATION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...of Contents I Introduction page 2 II Safety Instructions page 3 III Operations Procedures page 4 5 IV Water Calculations Sheet page 6 V Troubleshooting page 7 VI Maintenance page 8 VII Model Informat...

Page 3: ...at removes odor and water from a sprinkler system by creating a vacuum in the sprinkler piping network when a sprinkler head is removed or the system is breached a siphoning action takes place removin...

Page 4: ...ible materials to come in contact with these components 7 Do not touch moving parts while Dropmaster is in service 8 Technician operating Dropmaster should utilize eye and hearing protection at all ti...

Page 5: ...auxiliary drain valves before hooking up the Dropmaster to the sprinkler system 6 Check to see if the fire department connection and ball drips are on system side of alarm valve If they are on system...

Page 6: ...as intended experienced persons familiar with the operational features of the Dropmaster siphoning system should determine the number of heads that can be changed simultaneously 14 When using the Drop...

Page 7: ...ng Dropmaster in service 1 Gallon of water 8 344 lbs Pressure Vacuum 1 psi 2 036 inches H G 5 psi 10 18 inches H G 10 psi 20 36 inches H G 15 psi 30 54 inches H G Water in Pipes By Size Pipe Size Sche...

Page 8: ...ck Manual Thermal Overload Protection Button C No suction from vacuum pump not developing 10 HG 1 Check integrity of sprinkler system Valves ball drips fire department connection inspector s test valv...

Page 9: ...ored indoors in a clean dry location Check and clean both strainers Remove the strainer baskets and ensure they are free of debris or sludge Replace the basket Weekly Keep compressor clean for efficie...

Page 10: ...hose discharge 20 electrical cord GFI 15 Gallon holding tank 120 Volt Automatic Draining System 15 AMP Anti flood device Options 1 1 Flexible Hose 20 100 2 Solid Rubber Tires Mark Free 3 Pneumatic Ti...

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Page 12: ...tive Dropmaster or component thereof shall be at the Original Purchaser s sole risk The motor and compressor are warranted One Year 1 from the date of delivery from the manufacturer WARRANTY EXCLUSION...

Page 13: ...re exclusive and there are no warranties which extend beyond the period set forth herein These express warranties are in lieu of all other warranties whether written oral or implied and GECCO Inc here...

Page 14: ...nformation and mail to GECCO Inc RR 2 Box 2476G Factoryville PA 18419 GECCO will periodically update all registered owners about the Dropmaster unit Name of Business Contact Name _____ Street Address...

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