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M-D Pneumatics

Rotary Positive Displacement Transport Blower

T855 / T1055

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Manual 2023 Rev C p/n 2023

Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems            tuthillvacuumblower.com            800.825.6937

WARNING:  Do Not Operate Before Reading Manual

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All rights reserved. Product information and specifications subject to change.

Summary of Contents for T1055

Page 1: ... Vacuum Blower Systems tuthillvacuumblower com 800 825 6937 WARNING Do Not Operate Before Reading Manual Operator s Manual Tuthill T855 T1055 Standard Weight Rotary Positive Displacement Transport Blower Copyright 2018 Tuthill Vacuum Blower Systems All rights reserved Product information and specifications subject to change ...

Page 2: ...nney vacuum pumps and M D PneumaticsTM blowers and vacuum boosters in Springfield Missouri USA We bring 100 years of engineering experience and solid hands on care to help customers keep their processes running Your satisfaction is important to us so please take time to provide your Tuthill sales representative with performance feedback We love to hear from our customers Tuthill is a family owned ...

Page 3: ... Safety Instructions 3 Safety Precautions 3 Installation 5 Safety Checklist 5 Specifications 6 Outline Drawings 7 T855 T1055 Vent Holes 8 PTO Selection for Transmission 9 Engine Speed 9 Pressure Relief Valve 9 Air Filter 9 Suction and Discharge Piping 9 Mounting Bracket 9 Check Valve 9 Mufflers and Discharge Filtration 9 Vacuum Valve 10 ...

Page 4: ...ves 12 Performance Curves US 12 Performance Curves Metric 16 Lubrication 20 Filling Procedure 20 Operation 22 Maintenance 23 Regular Maintenance 23 Blower Service Repair 23 Assembly Drawing and Parts List 24 Assembly Drawing 24 Parts List 25 Blower Installation Components 25 ...

Page 5: ...s If the blower is stored outdoors be sure to protect it from weather and corrosion Tuthill Transport Blowers are built to exacting standards and if properly installed and maintained will provide many years of reliable service Read and follow every step of these instructions when installing and maintaining the blower NOTE N Record the blower model and serial numbers of the machine in the OPERATING...

Page 6: ...njury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Indicates a situation that can cause damage to equipment personal property and or the environment or cause the equipment to operate improperly NOTE N Indicates a procedure practice or condition that should be followed in order for the equipment to function in the manner intended CAUTION Read ...

Page 7: ...ered specifically or indirectly in this operator s manual it is important that all personnel observe safety precautions to minimize the chances of injury Among many considerations the following should particularly be noted Rotating shafts can be dangerous You can snag clothes skin hair hands etc This can cause serious injury or death Do not work under the vehicle while the engine is running Do not...

Page 8: ...023 4 02 Safety This manual contains safety instructions Read understand and follow this manual Get proper training Learn and follow safe operating procedures Use proper tools and safety equipment Use proper components in good condition ...

Page 9: ...otates blower in the correct direction indicated by arrow Ensure air inlet filter is connected and located away from truck exhaust Remove Camlock dust cap and discharge piping open to atmosphere With tractor engine at idle slowly engage PTO Check for correct rotation Slowly bring blower up to operating speed Check for vibration mechanical noise oil leaks and mounting integrity Stop blower connect ...

Page 10: ...E MAXIMUM PRESSURE MAXIMUM VACUUM RPM RANGE T855 250 1 000 CFM 527 2 888 m h 20 psig 1 37 bar g 17 inch Hg 575 Mbar 1 000 3 000 T1055 450 1 300 CFM 764 2 209 m h 18 psig 1 24 bar g 17 inch Hg 575 Mbar 1 450 3 000 NOTE N Reduce the maximum operating pressure by 1 psi 0 068 bar for each 2 000 feet 610 m of elevation above sea level Example At an altitude of 4 000 feet 1 219 m the maximum working pre...

Page 11: ...LINE DRAWINGS Dimensions shown are not on a controlled document and as such are subject to change Certified drawings are available through your local Tuthill Transport Blower Distributor Dimensions are shown in inches and millimeters Figure 3 1 Outline Drawings ...

Page 12: ...mage below shows one option for the vent hole locations on a horizontal airflow mount Figure 3 2 Mounting Configuration In this mounting configuration See Figure 3 2 the four holes two are shown and two are on the opposite side top could have plugs added to them This would leave the four holes on the bottom of the unit open or 90 1 8 NPT elbows that face down Four vent holes should always be open ...

Page 13: ... causing irreparable damage AIR FILTER Select a filter suitable for the air flow requirement of the application Use air filters on food and plastic products to prevent contamination An undersized air filter will cause the blower to operate at higher temperatures This can cause blower to overheat causing irreparable damage SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING All piping should be free and clear of any weld...

Page 14: ...d vacuum rating This valve should be located before the blower inlet filter This valve is normally mounted on the trailer To properly protect the blower from overheating when vacuum loading install a vacuum valve RIGHT DRIVE CCW ROTATION LEFT DRIVE CW ROTATION Figure 3 5 Flow Direction and Rotation ...

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Page 16: ...US T850 T855 PRESSURE CURVE 2 5 8 12 15 18 20 PSIG PSIG 20 18 15 12 8 5 2 1000 1500 2000 RPM Airflow at Inlet CFM 2500 3000 0 25 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 50 75 100 BHP AIRFLOW BASED UPON INLET CONDITIONS OF 14 7 PSIA 70 F PSIG DISCHARGE PRESSURE Figure 3 6 T850 T855 Pressure Curve US ...

Page 17: ... T850 T855 VACUUM CURVE 2 6 10 14 17 In Hg In Hg 17 14 10 6 2 1000 1500 2000 RPM 2500 3000 Airflow at Inlet CFM 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 0 25 50 75 100 BHP AIRFLOW BASED UPON INLET 70 F DISCHARGE 29 92 Hg Abs Figure 3 7 T850 T855 Vacuum Curve US ...

Page 18: ... 5 8 10 12 15 18 PSIG PSIG 18 15 12 10 8 5 2 1000 1500 2000 RPM 2500 3000 Airflow at Inlet CFM 0 150 300 450 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 BHP AIRFLOW BASED UPON INLET CONDITIONS OF 14 7 PSIA 70 F PSIG DISCHARGE PRESSURE Figure 3 8 T1050 T1055 Pressure Curve US ...

Page 19: ...5 VACUUM CURVE In Hg 17 16 12 10 8 5 2 2 5 8 10 12 16 17 In Hg 1000 1500 2000 RPM 2500 3000 Airflow at Inlet CFM 0 150 300 450 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 BHP AIRFLOW BASED UPON INLET 70 F DISCHARGE 29 92 Hg Abs Figure 3 9 T1050 T1055 Vacuum Curve US ...

Page 20: ...Operator s Manual 2023 Rev C p n 2023 16 03 Installation PERFORMANCE CURVES METRIC Figure 3 10 T850 T855 Pressure Curve Metric ...

Page 21: ...Operator s Manual 2023 Rev C p n 2023 17 03 Installation Figure 3 11 T850 T855 Vacuum Curve Metric ...

Page 22: ...Operator s Manual 2023 Rev C p n 2023 18 03 Installation Figure 3 12 T1050 T1055 Pressure Curve Metric ...

Page 23: ...Operator s Manual 2023 Rev C p n 2023 19 03 Installation Figure 3 13 T1050 T1055 Vacuum Curve Metric ...

Page 24: ... to the center of the sight glass 3 Verify the oil level is at the proper level in both the gear end and drive end sight glasses 4 Replace the fill plugs that were removed in step 1 Never mix oil types or grades in a Tuthill Transport Blower Mixing lubricants in the blower will result in gear and bearing failure CAUTION Do not start the blower until you are certain that oil is in BOTH ends of the ...

Page 25: ...e from your authorized Tuthill Transport Blower Distributor Figure 3 14 Oil Fill Locations HORIZONTAL AIR FLOW STANDARD VERTICAL AIR FLOW OPTIONAL Drive end 1 06 qt 1 0 L 34 oz 1 68 qt 1 59 L 54 oz Non drive gear end 1 0 qt 0 95 L 32 oz 1 75 qt 1 66 L 56 oz Table 3 2 Lubrication Capacities NOTE N Oil capacities are based on filling from dry condition Less oil may be needed depending on emptiness o...

Page 26: ...o not exceed the maximum tank pressure 6 While discharging visually check the blower for vibration mechanical noise or excessive heat 7 If the relief valve is opening adjust the proportioning valve to reduce the tank pressure 8 Reduce pressure to zero as per the trailer manufacturer s instructions 9 Disengage PTO No cool down period is required 10 Disconnect the blower hose and replace the Camlock...

Page 27: ...l and add oil as necessary 2 Check air filter restriction indicator 1 Clean the air filter A clogged air filter can seriously affect the efficiency of the blower and cause overheating and oil usage 2 Check the relief valve to make sure it is operating properly 1 Inspect the entire system for leaks 2 Inspect the condition of the oil and change if necessary 1 Inspect the drive line bearings 1 Change...

Page 28: ...Operator s Manual 2023 Rev C p n 2023 24 ASSEMBLY DRAWING AND PARTS LIST 06 ASSEMBLY DRAWING ...

Page 29: ...t Head Cap Screw 3 24 Socket Head Cap Screw 20 25 Socket Head Cap Screw 16 26 Socket Head Cap Screw 8 61580 Service Kit for T855 T1055 PART PART DESCRIPTION QTY 6044 SHIM ADJUSTABLE 1 61518 GASKET PORT T850 T1050 NA1100 2 30238 5310 BEARING BALL 2 ROW 2 30410 2310 BEARING ROLL CYCLINDER T850 2 17024 25 SHIM BEARING 2 000 ID X 0 025 THICK 2 18131 6 SEAL ASSEMBLY PISTON RING LIP VINTON 4 16924 SEAL ...

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Page 31: ...n costs are not included and defective items must be held for Seller s inspection and returned to Seller s Ex works point upon request THEREARE NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS OF PURPOSE After Buyer s submission of a claim as provided above and its ...

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Page 33: ... Type of Lubrication Start up Date Pump RPM Operating Vacuum Pump Sheave Diameter Any Other Special Accessories Supplied or in Use Motor Sheave Diameter Motor RPM HP PTO Manufacturer PTO Model PTO Ratio NOTES IMPORTANT All blowers manufactured by Tuthill Vacuum Blower Systems are date coded at time of shipment In order to assure you of the full benefits of the product warranty please complete tear...

Page 34: ...hill Vacuum Blower Systems All rights reserved Product information and specifications subject to change Tuthill Vacuum Blower Systems 4840 West Kearney Street Springfield Missouri USA 65803 8702 O 417 865 8715 800 825 6937 F 417 865 2950 tuthillvacuumblower com Technical Support 1 877 955 TECH 8324 Service Repair or Product Sales 04 18 ...

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