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Operation Manual

And Safety Information

Volu-Matic 500

Parts – Service – Accessories

863.294.3206 / 800.237.7841

www.certainteedmachineworks.com

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE PLACING YOUR NEW

VOLU-MATIC 500 INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE INTO SERVICE

Summary of Contents for CertainTeed Volu-Matic 500

Page 1: ...Safety Information Volu Matic 500 Parts Service Accessories 863 294 3206 800 237 7841 www certainteedmachineworks com PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE PLACING YOUR NEW VOLU MATIC 500 INSULATION BLOWING...

Page 2: ...ot guarantee performance of the Volu Matic 500 machine if hoses are undersized worn damaged or hoses other than those we recommend are used NOTE Keep in mind that a weak truck battery may not be power...

Page 3: ...SPECIFICATIONS 4 ACCESSORY AND INSTALLATION KITS 5 INTRODUCTION 6 SAFETY 8 OPERATION 12 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 38 PARTS DRAWINGS 42 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD 63 Table of Content...

Page 4: ...n water pump built in generator HEIGHT 74 LOAD HEIGHT 60 LENGTH 88 5 WIDTH 80 WEIGHT 2500 lbs ELECTRICAL 12V remote control 120V accessory power BLOWER VOLUME 270 cfm 2 psi BLOWER PRESSURE 6 0 psi max...

Page 5: ...wer Intake Truck Flange 4 5 P N 209072 1 EA 4 1 2 Worm Drive Hose Clamp P N 162486 2 EA 4 1 2 CWC Spiral Hose P N 162380 3 FT V M V PTO Tubular Drive Shaft P N 210486 1 EA V5 Vacuum Idler Spacer Washe...

Page 6: ...6 Introduction...

Page 7: ...accepting another material conditioner known as the stator bar Study the operation section under coverage concerning use of the stator bar Air volume can be controlled independently which also optimi...

Page 8: ...rning displayed in a prominent place Do not remove modify or deface the warning label WARNING if any foreign object should enter the machine push an emergency stop button in off turn off the master sw...

Page 9: ...t remove modify or deface the warning labels The purpose of this sign is to make the operator aware that they may lose balance and fall This warning sign is displayed on the truck after installation o...

Page 10: ...r be opened while your Volu Matic 500 machine is in operation there are shafts with guarding over them which are still rotating If these gates are opened safety switches 2 are mounted to the swing gat...

Page 11: ...achine after the emergency stop buttons are pulled back out on for machine operation If any safety switch interlock should become damaged replace it keep your Volu Matic 500 machine safe During machin...

Page 12: ...ne Works is supplied with thin wall couplers and clamps The airlock feeder outlet 20 is 4 inches in diameter A thin wall 4 to 3 1 2 reducer is supplied with new delivered machines for open blow operat...

Page 13: ...2 When checking the oil in the blower turn the brass valve 13 90 degrees to check a small amount should appear indicating sufficient oil Refer to the maintenance section for capacities and type of oil...

Page 14: ...the belt drive from under the truck is tracking true on the idlers and that no excessive belt slap is occurring Shut the truck down for any belt tensioning adjustment Once the belts are tensioned prop...

Page 15: ...vacuum can be turned off at any time but if it is turned off before the job is complete disengage the PTO before you turn the vacuum back on 13 Bring the truck down to a low idle and disengage the PT...

Page 16: ...upplied with NEW delivered machines to hold in place SIDEWALL During sidewall spray operation you will need to mount the 4 inch hose to the vacuum inlet The vacuum housing transition exit 17 will be c...

Page 17: ...th as specified in the table LOADING The operator loads the machine hopper from a standing position on the floor depositing bags of material on the drop gate 26 Pull the drop gate sharply toward you t...

Page 18: ...pm for open blow operation Reduce machine speed until tachometer reading is 800 850 for all sidewall operations but spraying reducing speed for spraying sidewalls will result in loss of vacuum pressur...

Page 19: ...c 500 machine is in operation Always change gears when the machine is completely shut down Failure to do so can result in serious personal injuries or a severely damaged AIR VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM Refe...

Page 20: ...ch assembly Additionally the vacuum switch is wired through the master switch so that the vacuum switch would not be left on accidentally This could drain the truck battery down overnight causing the...

Page 21: ...he internal coils of the blower and mechanism relays This causes the normally open contacts in both relays to close sending power to the respective clutches simultaneously At any time that an emergenc...

Page 22: ...n feed rates are too low and material is overworked by the machine mechanisms or the wrong hose is used rolling the fibers into tight little balls Coverage will also decrease if feed rates are too hig...

Page 23: ...starting point and the distance varied as required Densities will vary as the job progresses from dry material to dry and wet material affecting nozzle velocity Introducing vacuumed material into the...

Page 24: ...24 Preventive Maintenance...

Page 25: ...Check and clean the blower air inlet truck flange 37 and as required during operation Keep these screens clean 4 Visually inspect and remove any foreign objects that may have entered the machine such...

Page 26: ...rated grease gun 12 Check blower relief valve 43 function 13 Check chain and belt tension adjust as required AIRLOCK FEEDER The airlock feeder will require periodic maintenance to prolong the life of...

Page 27: ...u Matic 500 machine Excessively worn parts are considered to be when 25 of metal thickness has worn away see replace the feeder end plates Supplies and tools for seal change set of seals P N 210903 ST...

Page 28: ...bearing it may be necessary to use a dead blow soft hammer to fit rotor all the way in the feeder while rotating Push rotor as far in as possible with seals beginning to bend over on the side against...

Page 29: ...d Plates section Supplies and tools for seal change set of seals P N 210009 Quick Change Feeder spare 3 8 16 x 1 length grade eight bolts thread Loctite spray silicon ratchet and 8 extension 9 16 sock...

Page 30: ...he rotor add Loctite to the threads of the attach bolts G Insert attach bolts with lock washers in end holes and tighten 9 Remove alignment pin and insert remaining bolts apply thread Loctite and use...

Page 31: ...ndication that the rubber feeder seals are not being changed on schedule were damaged during operation or an abrasive material requires that the seals be changed sooner Refer to the drawing and follow...

Page 32: ...EDER ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 1 Remove the feeder chain drive components including the chain idler assembly 2 Remove bolts that attach the feeder to the shredder housing and machine frame slide spacers out f...

Page 33: ...33 3 Disconnect the air stream connection hose 4 Remove the drive belts to the shredder hammer shaft and remove the shredder belt idler assembly...

Page 34: ...to clear hammers when pulling from machine frame connection hose The following label is displayed on the feeder of new delivered machines as a reminder to change seals the hour meter in the tachometer...

Page 35: ...ings 41 should be greased once a week or every 30 hours of operation Do not over lubricate one to two pumps from a hand operated grease gun is sufficient CTMW uses lithium based high temperature greas...

Page 36: ...t difference over 1 0 psi should be reported to the factory Never attempt to readjust the spring loaded relief valve without consulting the factory CAUTION Do not grease or oil since the relief valve...

Page 37: ...il level weekly in the blower Follow manufacturer s recommended maintenance schedule as specified in the blower s manual CTMW fills Tuthill blowers with SAE30 and all other makes with 15W 40 motor oil...

Page 38: ...38 Troubleshooting...

Page 39: ...tion may also be caused by loose or corroded battery connections 1 PTO will not engage a See truck manufacturer s PTO accessory manual 2 The input clutch shaft and rear gearbox are turning but there a...

Page 40: ...relief valve is not stuck open c Check if blower air intake truck flange is clogged d Check airstream and bleed air hose connections e Check that one way air check valve is not stuck open The check v...

Page 41: ...vacuum clutch is operating c Clutch not operational check wire harness and clutch electrical connections d Check truck battery clutch will not cycle or will slip if battery is not fully charged Check...

Page 42: ...42 Parts Drawings...

Page 43: ...CONTROL VOLU MATIC 300 500 DO NOT SCALE DRAWING SLIDE GATE SHEET 1 OF 1 4 11 2022 AGA UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE 1 24 REV DWG NO A SIZE TITLE NAME DATE CHECKED DRAWN BY FINISH MATERIAL DIMENSIO...

Page 44: ...FFERENCES THAT WILL REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL FELT WASHER 209998 Brg Felt Seal 1 8 X3 0 162010 Bearing 2 Hole Counter Sunk 1 1 4 Bore 3 8 16 x 1 Bolt 209859 4 Outlet End Plate L BRG 7 16 Flat Washer 7 16...

Page 45: ...NGLE 1 TWO PLACE DECIMAL 03 THREE PLACE DECIMAL 01 PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF CERTAINTEED MACHINE WORKS ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR...

Page 46: ...Flat Washer 162010 Bearing 2 Hole Counter Sunk 1 1 4 Bore 7 16 14 Nylock Nut 162010 Bearing 2 Hole Counter Sunk 1 1 4 Bore 209998 Brg Felt Seal 1 8 x 3 0 210009 Quick Change Seal Set of 6 DETAIL A 21...

Page 47: ...re 3 8 Flat Washer 3 8 16 x 1 25 Hex Head 10 32 x 0 5 Pan Head Screw 10 Start Washer 3 8 16 Nylock Nutt 210781 Plexiglass Cvr W Felt Tape 210036 Front Shredder Panel DETAIL A SCALE 1 2 10 Start Washer...

Page 48: ...Sealtight Connect 209070 Wire Harness Tab 161665 Box Cover Detail A Scale 1 4 5 162531 3 8 Romex Connector 161692 Magnetic Tach Pickup VACUUM COMPONENTS 210980 V5 VAC Wire With Switch 159801 SPST Tog...

Page 49: ...Exp Pillow Block 1 7 16 157623 Bearing Exp Pillow Block 1 7 16 210092 QTY 2 1 2 Universal Take Up Angle 210152 1 7 16 PTO Clutch Shaft 209897 V3 Rubber Torque Arm Kit Ship 209897 V3 Rubber Torque Arm...

Page 50: ...09 Bearing 2 Hole Counter Sunk 1 3 16 Bore 3 8 16 x 6 Hex Head Bolt 160480 4032 1 3 16 Bore 1 4 KW Sprocket 210546 Stub Shaft Reversing Idler 160631 4017 Chain Roller 40 10Ft Box 160631 4017 Chain Rol...

Page 51: ...SCALE DRAWING 35A06027 SHEET 1 OF 1 4 11 2022 AGA UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE 1 8 REV DWG NO A SIZE TITLE NAME DATE CHECKED DRAWN BY FINISH MATERIAL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES TOLERANCES FRACTIONAL...

Page 52: ...DRAWING PTO IDLER ASSY SHEET 1 OF 1 4 11 2022 J R AGA UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE 1 48 REV DWG NO A SIZE TITLE NAME DATE CHECKED DRAWN BY FINISH MATERIAL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES TOLERANCES FRAC...

Page 53: ...62378 Qty 5ft 2 1 2 CWC Spiral Hose 210930 1 7 8 Marine Exhaust Hose 157515 1 4 90 Degree Pipe Elbow 162419 Gauge 0 10 PSI 162481 2 1 2 Hose Clamp 157851 1 1 2 Street Ell Pipe Fitting 157831 1 1 2 Bra...

Page 54: ...y 1 4 x 1 3 4 Mild STL 157383 Screw 1 4 20 x 5 8 Hex Head Cap 209061 V M Shear Spk Driving Hub 209900 5060 Bolt Together Shear Assy 161276 5019 1 3 16 Bore Sprocket 209097 8 STUB SHAFTS BOTH CIR L A W...

Page 55: ...CONTROL VOLU MATIC 300 500 DO NOT SCALE DRAWING SLIDE GATE SHEET 1 OF 1 4 11 2022 AGA UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE 1 24 REV DWG NO A SIZE TITLE NAME DATE CHECKED DRAWN BY FINISH MATERIAL DIMENSIO...

Page 56: ...590 V500 Rear Guard VM500 GUARDS DO NOT SCALE DRAWING 45GUARDS SHEET 1 OF 1 4 11 2022 AGA UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE 1 50 REV DWG NO B SIZE TITLE NAME DATE CHECKED DRAWN BY FINISH DIMENSIONS ARE...

Page 57: ...57...

Page 58: ...Pipe Nipple 209074 Blower Intake Screen End 161657 1 3 4 Heavy Duty EXH Clamp 157854 1 1 2 X 4 Pipe Nipple VM200 Blower VOLU MATIC 200 AIR STREAM DO NOT SCALE DRAWING VM200 AIR STREAM SHEET 1 OF 1 6 9...

Page 59: ...OF 1 6 9 2022 AGA UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE 1 64 REV DWG NO B SIZE TITLE NAME DATE CHECKED DRAWN BY FINISH DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES TOLERANCES FRACTIONAL 1 32 ANGLE 1 TWO PLACE DECIMAL 03 THRE...

Page 60: ...t not limited to seals feeder shredder auger fuses switches clutches hoses shaft seals chains belts sprockets pulleys bearings cables and batteries The Company s obligation under this warranty is limi...

Page 61: ...61 Preventive Maintenance Record DATE JOB DESCRIPTION PERFORMED BY...

Page 62: ...0 03 1931 US EN CertainTeed CE I LI N G S D ECK I N G FE N CE GY P S U M I N S U L ATIO N R AI LI N G ROO FI N G S I D I N G TR I M 101 Hatfield Road Winter Haven Florida 33880 1325 863 294 3206 Sales...

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