V-Series Air Control Valves - Maintenance
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3M™ Vortex Cooling Assembly V-100
1) The V-115 is the Spare Parts kit for the 3M™ Vortex Cooling
Assembly V-100.
It can be used to replace the vortex generator and o-
ring or to replace the foam pad and fastener. To replace the generator and
o-ring:
a. Mount the vortex assembly in a vise with pressure on the flat sides
near the valve stem.
b. Carefully remove the retainer with a small pliers.
c. Lift off the V-111 Muffler Tube Assembly.
d. Unscrew the turbine cap using a 3/8 inch Allen wrench.
e. Remove the vortex assembly from the vise and invert the assembly
to remove the special washer and generator.
f. Remove the o-ring from the turbine cap using a small pliers.
g. Install the new o-ring on to the turbine cap so that it rests above the
threaded portion of the turbine cap.
h. Re-mount the vortex assembly in the vise.
i. Install the new generator with the angled groove side up.
j. Install the new special washer, laying it over the generator.
k. Thread the turbine cap clockwise onto the body assembly and
tighten with a 3/8 inch Allen wrench until tight or approximately 30
pounds if using a torque wrench. Overtightening can cause the
generator slots to restrict, thereby reducing airflow.
l. Replace the V-111 Muffler Tube Assembly onto the turbine cap.
m. Re-insert the retainer.
2) To replace the foam pad and fastener:
a. Use a Phillips screwdriver, remove the machine screw from the
body assembly.
b. Slide the body tube off of the vortex.
