Hog Technologies STRIPE SH7500, Operation Manual

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Section 2 - Stripe Hog Systems
Blower components have extremely small toler-
ances and must be protected from the debris. If
debris ever gets into the blower impellers, use
paint/lacquer thinner or another non-corrosive
cleaner to remove any residue build up inside. It
will be necessary to disconnect the hose to the
silencer in order to clean the blower. If large debris
gets into the blower, it can cause severe damage
to the blower.
CAUTION
THE BLOWER’S INTERNAL COMPONENTS HAVE EXTREMELY
SMALL TOLERANCES AND MUST BE PROTECTED FROM
THE DEBRIS. ANY FOD (FOREIGN OBJECTS OR DEBRIS)
INCLUDING EXCESSIVE WATER, CAN CAUSE SEVERE
DAMAGE TO THE BLOWER.
Filter And Filter Canister
The vacuum filter canister houses the vacuum
filter which protects the blower from debris.
The filter should be checked at the beginning of
each shift and periodically during operation. It is
normal for some water vapor to travel from the
debris tank to the vacuum filter canister where it
will accumulate. Therefore, the canister must be
drained at the start of each shift and each time
the debris tank is drained to ensure water does
not accumulate to an unsafe level filter canister.
Excessive water in the canister can pass through
the vacuum filter and cause severe damage to the
blower. There is a manual drain valve connected
to a hose at the bottom of the filter canister to re -
move accumulated water as required. The engine
must be at idle and the PTO disengaged before
attempting to drain the canister. Once the water
has been drained, close the drain valve to avoid
losing vacuum suction during operation. The sys-
tem will not be able to develop enough vacuum
if the canister door is not sealed and latched or
when the drain valve is open.
NOTICE:
THE FILTER CANISTER WILL NOT DRAIN IF THE VACUUM
SYSTEM IS OPERATING. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE SYSTEM
IS COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN BY REDUCING ENGINE SPEED
TO IDLE AND DISENGAGING THE PTO BEFORE DRAINING
THE CANISTER.
The vacuum filter is a pleated, reusable filter that
is easily accessed through the door on the side
of the canister. Once the filter has been removed
you should de-grease with detergent and power
wash at 2000 psi (138 BAR). A mild solvent solu-
tion may be used to clean thermoplastic or tar
residue from the filter surface. Always check to
ensure there are no damaged areas or holes that
could allow debris to get into the vacuum blower
or silencer. Replace the filter if it is damaged or
shows any sign of deterioration.
Typical Vacuum Canister Access Door & Filter
Typical Vacuum Canister Drain