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05
Installation
Operator’s Manual 2009 Rev B p/n 2009
DANGER
!
Assure that properly sized vacuum breaks/
relief valves are used on the inlet side of
the blower. Also assure that properly sized
pressure relief valves are used on the outlet
of the blower. The sizing shall be such to
assure that the proper flow can be achieved
without exceeding the rated vacuum and
pressure ratings.
DANGER
!
Blower housing and associated
piping or accessories may
become hot enough to cause
major skin burns on contact.
WARNING
!
Use lock out/tag out procedures
to disable the electrical energy
source before any service or
work is done on the blower.
WARNING
!
Avoid extended exposure in
close proximity to machinery
with high intensity noise levels.
Wear adequate ear protection.
NTEE:
N
Use proper care and good procedures in
handling, lifting, installing, operating, and
maintaining the equipment.
LUBRICATION
Every blower from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower
Systems is factory-tested, oil drained, and shipped
dry to its installation point. Fill both independent oil
reservoirs to the proper level before operation. Oil
reservoirs are under vacuum.
The blower incorporates pressure lubrication with
an integral oil pump, pressure relief valve, filter,
and oil-to-coolant heat exchanger. Before starting
the blower, fill oil sumps as shown in
Filling
Procedure on page 14
.
See Recommended
Lubricants on page 42
for suggested
lubricants.
WARNING
!
Never attempt to change or add lubrication
while the blower is running. Failure to heed
this warning could result in damage to the
equipment or personal injury. Nil must be
checked when the blower is NNT running.
WARNING
!
Properly dispose of the spent lubricants.
Refer to the manufacturer of the lubricant and
any regulations to assure proper and safe
disposal.
WARNING
!
Do not start the blower until you are sure oil
has been put in the gear housing and rear
cover. Nperation of the blower without proper
lubrication will cause the blower to fail and
void the warranty.
Filling Procedure
See Figure 5-3. See Recommended Lubricants
on page 42
for suggested lubricants and
grease.
1. Remove the fill plugs or breathers from both
gear end and drive end plates.
