Intec Force 1, Instruction Manual

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MAINTENANCE
THE FORCE/1
Maintenance
Reasonable preventive maintenance will help ensure your FORCE/1 gives
you many years of satisfactory use. Cleaning the interior and exterior of
your machine and protecting its finish with a product such as Armor All
will keep it looking new.
CORDS AND SWITCHES
The remote cord and switches are subject to considerable wear and tear
during normal use. Inspect all cords and switches each week for cuts or
loose connections. Repair or replace any damaged components at once
to avoid possible injury.
AIRLOCK BLOW BACK
Airlock seals are the most important component of keeping your
FORCE/1 running in original condition. Airlock seals function much like
the rings in a car engine, keeping pressure and air from escaping. When
a seal or plate is damaged, air from the blower will escape back into the
hopper causing “blow back.” Blow back will result in a considerable
decrease in production.
Checking for blow back; unplug the machine from electrical power and
empty all insulation material from the hopper. Block the hose outlet with
duct tape, or use the palm of your hand. Reconnect
the power and turn on both the blower and agitator
motor. A hissing or puffing sound of air escaping
into the hopper indicates blow back. In addition,
any insulation material remaining in the airlock
will blow back into the hopper, creating dust.
To remedy blow back, it is necessary to replace
the airlock seals or plates. Note: Your FORCE/1
comes from the factory preset to produce 2.5-3.0 PSI. You may purchase
a pressure gauge from Intec to aid in determining the pressure developed
by the blower and airlock, system.
MAINTENANCE