INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE
US $3.00, Canada $4.50
Universal RAI
®
and
URAI DSL
Blowers
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Read starting check points under OPERATION. Run
equipment briefly to check for installation errors and
make corrections. Follow with a trial run under normal
operating conditions.
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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
Information Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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Lubrication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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.
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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.
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Make sure both driving and driven equipment is correct-
ly lubricated before start-up. See LUBRICATION.
Inspection & Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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Figures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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Tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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Assembly Drawings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Parts List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Basic Connection & Drive Shaft Information. . . . . . .
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McLaughlin 07/08
Universal URAI-DSL
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Make sure both driving and driven equipment is correctly 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 needs 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 without notice, and without obligation to make similar changes on equipment of prior
manufacture.
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Summary of Contents for E850250
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Page 6: ...6 Filtration 250 575 VACASSY352 012413 E 2 1 3 4 5 11 8 12 13 14 15 1 9 10 6 7...
Page 8: ...8 Enclosure Assembly 31HP VACASSY412 012513 E 1 2 3 6 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 9 15 16...
Page 10: ...10 Enclosure Assembly 31HP RC VACASSY413 012813 E 1 2 13 14 11 3 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 12...
Page 14: ...14 Blower Assembly VACASSY225 031213 E 31HP 1 2 3 7 6 5 4 8 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 11 16 18...
Page 16: ...Assembly of URAI DSL Blowers with Splash Lubricated Drive End 3 5 Gear Diameter 16...
Page 26: ...26 Electrical Control Bracket 012813 E VACASSY550 1 2 3 7 5 6 4 8...
Page 34: ...Hose Reel Assembly VACASSY762 083010 E 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 34...
Page 36: ...Hose Reel VACASSY761 072210 E Components 36...
Page 38: ...38 Hose Reel Assembly VACASSY763 081010 E 5 4 3 2 1...
Page 40: ...40 Hose Reel VACASSY764 081010 E Components...
Page 42: ...011711 E Trailer Assy 250 VACASSY901 12 13 6 6 11 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 9 8 42...
Page 44: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 Skid Assembly V250 113010 E VACASSY871 44...
Page 46: ...2 3 4 1 Tool Rack Assembly VACASSY757 090909 E STD I BEAM TRAILER 5 6 SKID UNIT 7 8 46...
Page 48: ...Antifreeze Assembly 060309 VACASSY943 1 2 3 4 48...
Page 50: ...HOSES 011711 E VACASSY938 1 2 3 50...
Page 52: ...Tools 3 Suction Tool 111210 E VACASSY712 4 1 2 3 52...
Page 56: ...3 2 1 Tools Wash Wand 042610 E VACASSY711 56...
Page 58: ...58 Tools 101512 E VACASSY713 Lawn Sweeper 3 4 1 2 2 3 3 9 8 5 6 7 10...
Page 60: ...60 Valve Box Cleanout Tool VACASSY714 101812 E 18 13 17 16 15 14 11 8 10 9 1 3 7 6 5 2 12 4...
Page 64: ...64 Tools 101912 E VACASSY716 Rotary Lance 3 2 1 4 5...
Page 66: ...StrongArm Assembly 010213 E VACASSY9501 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 14 12 15 11 16 17 18 V250 66...
Page 68: ...1 2 3 4 6 5 7 9 8 10 11 12 14 13 15 16 17 18 Arrow Board Option 111110 E VACASSY947 68...
Page 70: ...70 Arrow Board Option 073008 VACASSY947...
Page 71: ...Vacuum Diesel Engine Schematic 080108 71...
Page 72: ...Vacuum Diesel Engine Schematic 080108 72...
Page 73: ...Vacuum Diesel Engine Schematic 080108 73...
Page 74: ...Vacuum Diesel Engine Schematic 080108 74...
Page 75: ...Vacuum Diesel Engine Schematic 080108 75...
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