Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Please read and save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install,
operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure
to comply with these instructions will result in voiding of the product warranty and may result in personal injury
and/or property damage.
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Laboratory Exhaust Systems
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®
Document 464652
Model Vektor
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-MH, Vektor
®
-MD
and Vektor
®
-MS
Laboratory Exhaust System
General Safety Information
Only qualified personnel should install this fan system.
Personnel should have a clear understanding of these
instructions and should be aware of general safety
precautions. Improper installation can result in electric
shock, possible injury due to coming in contact with
moving parts, as well as other potential hazards. Other
considerations may be required if high winds or seismic
activity are present. If more information is needed,
contact a licensed professional engineer before moving
forward.
1. Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as
the National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Fire
Protection Agency (NFPA), where applicable. Follow
the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) in Canada.
2. The rotation of the wheel is critical. It must be free
to rotate without striking or rubbing any stationary
objects.
3. Motor must be securely and adequately grounded.
4. Do not spin fan wheel faster than maximum
cataloged fan rpm. Adjustments to fan speed
significantly effects motor load. If the fan RPM is
changed, the motor current should be checked to
make sure it is not exceeding the motor nameplate
amps.
5. Do not allow the power cable to kink or come in
contact with oil, grease, hot surfaces or chemicals.
Replace cord immediately if damaged.
6. Verify that the power source is compatible with the
equipment.
7. Never open access doors to a duct while the fan is
running.
DANGER
Always disconnect power before working on or near a
fan. Lock and tag the disconnect switch or breaker to
prevent accidental power up.
CAUTION
When servicing the fan, motor may be hot enough
to cause pain or injury. Allow motor to cool before
servicing.
CAUTION
Precaution should be taken in explosive atmospheres.
Vektor-MH, Vektor-MD, and Vektor-MS
Table of Contents
General Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Receiving / Unpacking / Handling / Storage . . . . . . . 2-3
General Information
Unit and System Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Pre-Installation Information / Electrical Disconnects
Moving Parts / Guards / Plenum Access Doors
Air Pressure and Suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Roof Curb and Mounting Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bypass Air Plenum
Rigging, Lifting and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Fans
Rigging, Lifting and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Nozzle / Windband / Silencer / Stack Extension
Weatherhood
Installation
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Duct Connections – Side Inlet / Bottom Inlet. . . . . . . . 10
Plenum Drainage Piping / Trap Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Bypass Air Plenum – Isolation Damper Access and
Actuator Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Field Coating Touch-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Vibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Routine Maintenance
Fan / V-Belt Drive / Motors / Bearings . . . . . . . . . 14-15
V-Belt Drive Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Radial Gap and Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Jib Crane Assembly (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Bearing Replacement – Belt Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Vektor-MS Nozzle Parts and Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Backcover
Our Commitment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Backcover
