Kasco VFX Series Owner'S Manual Download Page 8

 

 

 

 

Step 8

 

Lift the unit and slide the bottom float screen 

(I)

 with the mesh over the can and up to the bottom of the float, allowing the unit power 

cord to exit between them in the dedicated channel.  

Dedicated power 

cord channel 

Step 7

 

Flip mesh and screen assembly over and use remaining cable ties to secure mesh to small bottom diameter of the bottom screen. Clip 
off excess cable ties once tightened and mesh is secured. 

Summary of Contents for VFX Series

Page 1: ...1 Manual Number 884172 Owners Manual VFX Series Aerators 8400VFX 5 1VFX 2 3VFX 5 3VFX 2 3HVFX 5 3HVFX Kasco Marine Inc 800 Deere Rd Prescott WI 54021 PH 715 262 4488 kascomarine com Rev 5 2020...

Page 2: ...r use with a GFCI receptacle Control panels MUST be installed by a qualified electrician Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCIs should be tested upon each installation and every month thereafter to e...

Page 3: ...arrier that will make the unit inaccessible to persons in the water A complete list of control panels can be found in the Accessories section of kascomarine com Additional Notes During flotation opera...

Page 4: ...4 Unit Size H PartNo D PartNo 2hp 8400VFX 284102 2hp 3 phase 2 3VFX 284103 5hp 5 1VFX 284105 5hp 3 phase 5 3VFX 284105 Parts Included...

Page 5: ...wrench Repeat for all three legs on the unit assembly Step 2 Place the float D over the unit assembly so that it rests on the L brackets Ensure the three channels on the inside of the float line up wi...

Page 6: ...n C to the ledge on the top of the float using the 3 8 16 x 3 hex head screw A and 3 8 lock washer B through the hole in the L bracket using the 9 16 socket wrench Repeat for all three upper screen se...

Page 7: ...the mesh screen L and wrap into a cone shape by overlapping both vertical edges by approximately 1 inch and aligning top and bottom edges of mesh as shown Secure mesh vertical seam at the top bottom...

Page 8: ...the float allowing the unit power cord to exit between them in the dedicated channel Dedicated power cord channel Step 7 Flip mesh and screen assembly over and use remaining cable ties to secure mesh...

Page 9: ...is between the two flanges on each clip as shown Tighten all three serrated hex head screws to secure the screen to the bottom of the float being sure not to pinch the power cord 9 16 socket or combin...

Page 10: ...ignificantly a small weight may need to be suspended at the midpoint of the rope to take up any slack caused by a drop in water level 1 foot of 1 galvanized pipe works well The weight should be light...

Page 11: ...lectrician 1 Verify all screw terminal connections are tightened to specified torque setting prior to energizing the panel 2 Verify the electrical service voltage and phase matches the control panel a...

Page 12: ...od of time to ensure continued oil lubrication of seals units that sit upright for many months or years have a greater likelihood of seals drying out CLEANING Aerators should be removed from the water...

Page 13: ...CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Warranty is void if The aerator is not maintained properly according to the Maintenance Recommendations supplied in this Owner s Manual The aerator is returned for repair withou...

Page 14: ...uthorized Repair Center or to Kasco at Kasco Marine Inc 800 Deere Rd Prescott WI 54021 Attn Repairs Non Warranty Repairs Most failed equipment can be repaired at substantially lower costs than replace...

Page 15: ...but not spinning and can be started by spinning the prop with a stick the Starting capacitor needs to be replaced by an Authorized Repair Center My Aerator turns itself off and back on without the tim...

Page 16: ...is placed It is caused by either induced current in the ground wire or a base voltage difference due to soil pH levels To resolve the problem contact an electrician and install a local grounding stake...

Page 17: ...17 Replacement Parts Unit Size H PartNo D PartNo 2hp 8400VX 284102 2hp 3 phase 2 3VX 284103 5hp 5 1VX 284105 5hp 3 phase 5 3VX 284105...

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Page 19: ...unit unless otherwise instructed A fee of 60 per hour will be assessed for cleaning excessively dirty units and float disassembly Refer to the Owner s manual for easy to follow troubleshooting rule ou...

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