SUPER VAC NanoP8XE Axial Blower User Guide

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AXIAL BLOWER
NanoP8XE

DANGER
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE

The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response equipment and services want responders to know and understand the following:

1. Firefighting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous activities requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme caution at all times.
2. It is your responsibility to read and understand any user’s instructions, including purpose and limitations, provided with any piece of equipment you may be called upon to use.
3. It is your responsibility to know that you have been properly trained in Firefighting and/or Emergency Response and in the use, precautions, and care of any equipment you may be called upon to use.
4. It is your responsibility to be in the proper physical condition and to maintain the personal skill level required to operate any equipment you may be called upon to use.
5. It is your responsibility to know that your equipment is in operable condition and has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death, burns or other severe injury.

Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Services Association, Inc.P.O. Box 147, Lynnfield, MA 01940 www.FEMSA.org Copyright 2006 FEMSA. All Rights Reserved

USER GUIDE

This manual covers the description, operation, and maintenance of the Super Vac NanoP8XE Axial Blower. The NanoP8XE portable blower is specifically designed to provide a completely portable source of fresh air. This manual covers both a 120V AC, 60Hz electrical source, and a 220V 50Hz electrical source. Check the model number and plug to match the correct power source.
Please take the time to read this manual before operating the blower. Save this guide for future reference.

BREAKAGE OR DAMAGE DURING SHIPMENT

The transportation company is fully responsible for all shipping damage and will resolve problems promptly if you handle it correctly. Please read these instructions carefully. Examine the contents of all shipping cases. If you find any damage, call your transportation agent at once and have them make a description on the freight or express bill describing the damage and the number of pieces. Then write us and we will send you the original bill of lading. Get a claim blank from the express or truck company. Fill the claim form out. Attach the claim blank to the original bill of lading together with a copy of our invoice. Attach a memo on which you show the value of the damaged goods.  Mail or hand these papers to your local transportation agent. They will process your claim with reasonable promptness. Please note, that we cannot and will not enter claims for damages. If we filed a claim here, it would be sent to your local freight agent for verification and investigation. This time can be saved by your filing the claim directly. Every consignee is on the ground floor and in contact with the local agent who inspects the damaged goods, and thus, each claim can be given individual attention. Since our goods are packed to comply with the regulations of all railroad, truck, and express companies, we cannot allow a deduction from any invoice because of any damage, however, be sure to file your claim promptly. Our goods are sold F.O.B. factory. We take a receipt from the transportation company certifying that the goods were delivered to them in good order, and our responsibility ceases. It is seldom that any breakage or damage occurs in any of our shipments, and in no case will the customer be out at any expense if they follow the above instructions. Be sure to keep all damaged goods subject to examination of the truck or express company inspector, who may call on you sometime later. These damaged goods, of course, will belong to them, and they will inform you what to do with them. If you dispose of these damaged goods, your claim may not be paid.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS:

THE SUPER VAC NANOP8XE AXIAL BLOWER (P/N 071-14434)

1. The NanoP8XE Blower is a single-speed, blower for use in Hazardous Locations (Class 1, Group D).
2. The housing of the NanoP8XE is constructed of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) that has been modified to be conductive. Conductive HDPE is always black in color due to the addition of graphite for conductivity. HDPE has a high resistance to chemicals and extreme temperatures, while maintaining a superior weight to strength ratio.

rated for Class 1 Group D,
60Hz, 115V AC| 4| 1,037 cfm
1,760 cm| 817 cfm 1,388 CMH| 723 cfm
1,228 cm
1/3 HP, hazardous location
rated for Class 1 Group D,
50Hz, 220V AC| 2.4| 864 cfm 1,470 cmh| 680 cfm
1,157 cmh| 600 cfm
1,023 cmh

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

• Do not use the blower for other than its intended use.
• Do not wear loose clothing that can become entangled in operating machinery. Do not operate the blower without inlet or outlet screen guards in place. (if guards are missing or damaged, contact the factory for replacements).
• Do not place fingers or any other object through inlet or outlet screens.
• Never use cords with frayed, cut, or brittle insulation. Check the cord for sound connections to the ground fault interrupter receptacle.

GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
Always operate a blower from a 120VAC or 220VAC source supplied through a ground fault circuit interrupter receptacle, test the receptacle for ground fault before plugging in the blower.

WET HANDS
Never handle energized cords with wet hands.

WATER
Never let extension cords or plug connections lay in the water. Locate the blower so that it cannot fall into water inadvertently.

EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
This blower has been designed for use in Hazardous Locations listed as Class 1, Division 1, Group D. Always connect to power in a safe environment.

BEFORE OPERATING BLOWER

PRE-START PROCEDURE (ATTACH/DETACH PROCEDURE FOR OPTIONAL DUCTING)

1. TO ATTACH: Place belted cuff end of ducting around fan snout making sure the belt is placed on the narrow neck of the snout. Tighten belted cuff snugly. Check for proper attachment. Attach the GROUND clip from the ducting to the GROUNDING stud on the blower.
2. TO DETACH: TO DETACH: Loosen belted cuff, remove ducting.

PRE-START PROCEDURE
CAUTION: READ, SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

1. The blower should be placed 5’ upwind where possible from the confined space and should be pointed into the wind. This will reduce the chance of contamination being
2. Check blower inlet and outlet guard screens for obstructions. Check the immediate area around the blower for objects that could be sucked into the blower inlet and removed from the area.

OPERATION

START PROCEDURE

1. Plugin blower power cord to a GFI-protected 120V or 220V AC outlet. NEVER PLUG IN THE POWER CORD IN A HAZARDOUS LOCATION. IF IN DOUBT, CONNECT TO A NON-ENERGIZED SOURCE FIRST, THEN ENERGIZE THE SOURCE.
2. Extend and place the blower hose as required. BE SURE NO TOXIC FUMES ARE BLOWN INTO A CONFINED SPACE.
3. Pull up on the start switch.
4. Unattended use of equipment is not recommended.

SHUT-OFF PROCEDURE
When blower operation is no longer required:

1. Push down on the Start Switch
2. Unplug the power cord.
3. Coil and store the power cord in the molded side pocket.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Be sure the blower is disconnected from the power source before doing any maintenance or repair work on the blower. Check all power cords for cuts, frayed ends, or brittle insulation. See the enclosed parts list for the replacement cord part number. If you have any questions about the suitability of this blower for use, please contact Super Vacuum Manufacturing. For parts or service information, contact:

Super Vacuum Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Service Department
3842 Redman Dr.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Phone: 800-525-5224
970-297-7100
Fax: 970-297-7099
Email: info@supervac.com
Internet: www.supervac.com

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTION: Motors are equipped with thermal overload protection. When the internal motor temperature exceeds design limits, the motor will automatically shut off. The motor will automatically restart when it cools sufficiently after overheating. Remove the power cord plug from the AC receptacle before examining or working on a motor that has stopped because of overheating. Thermal overload protection sensitivity increases with frequency. Take preventative steps to correct the cause of overheating to assure long motor life. Most overheating problems are associated with the use of portable power generators as the ventilator power supply.

COMMON CAUSES OF MOTOR OVERHEATING:

• Power generator not providing constant voltage. Ventilators are equipped with AC motors designed to operate on power that falls between ±3% of design specifications.
• Using too small a gauge of an extension cord.
• Exceeding maximum length extension cord.
• Insufficient unobstructed distance on the exhaust side of the ventilator. Please refer to the Super Vac Training Manual for Smoke Ventilation for recommended ventilator placement.
• Insufficient wattage generator. When running multiple ventilators on one generator, plug ventilators in one at a time. Wait until the first ventilator is running at full speed before connecting the next ventilator to the generator. Do not exceed generator capacity.
• Using accessory ducting of too small a diameter or excessive length.
• Incorrect amperage circuit breaker for circuit load
• Use reeled or coiled extension cords.

PARTS LIST

MOTOR, 1/3 HP, EXP, NANO P8XE 220V
20| 1| 008-11106| SWITCH ROD, NANO, THREADED
21| 6| 034-10963| SCREW,PHP,10-24 UNCx0.5
22| 1| 008-11117| ENCLOSURE BOX, EXP, NANO
23| 3| 008-11113| SEALION, STRAIGHT, 9/16, CD-16NA-BK
24| 2| 034-11033| SCREW, 1/4-20 X 3/4, PHILLIPS OVAL, ZINC
25| 4| 032-10734| SCREW,FHPMS,1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 in,SS
26| 1| 005-10154| CORDSET, 16/3, 8′ BLK SO, NANO

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NANO P8XE AXIAL BLOWER USER GUIDE

References

• FEMSA - Fire And Emergency Manufacturers And Services Association - FEMSA
• Super Vac Ventilation Fans | Firefighter Ventilation & Industrial Ventilation Fans

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