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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Operator’s Manual 2009 Rev B p/n 2009
Although Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems blowers are well designed and manufactured, problems may occur
due to normal wear and the need for readjustment. The following chart lists symptoms that may occur along
with probable causes and remedies.
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDIES
Loss of oil
Gear housing not
tightened properly
Tighten gear housing bolts.
Lip seal failure
Disassemble and replace lip seal.
Insufficient sealant
Remove gear housing and replace sealant.
See Disassembly
and Reassembly on page 32
.
Loose drain plug
Tighten drain plug.
Excessive
bearing or gear
wear
Improper lubrication
Correct oil level. Replace dirty oil.
See Lubrication on page
14
.
Excessive belt tension
Check belt manufacturer’s specifications for tension and adjust
accordingly.
Coupling misalignment Check carefully. Re-align if necessary.
Lack of volume
Slipping belts
Check belt manufacturer’s specifications for tension and adjust
accordingly.
Worn lobe clearances
Check for proper clearances.
See Assembly Clearances on
page 40
.
Speed too low
Increase blower speed within limits.
Obstruction in piping
Check system to ensure an open flow path.
Knocking
Blower out of time
Re-time.
Distortion due to
improper mounting or
pipe strains
Check mounting alignment and relieve pipe strains.
Excessive pressure
differential
Reduce to manufacturer’s recommended pressure. Examine
relief valve and reset if necessary.
Worn gears
Replace timing gears.
See Disassembly and Reassembly on
page 32
.
