M-D Pneumatics

Rotary Positive Displacement Blower

21 Series - Grease Lubrication / Air Service (Plus) 22 Series - Splash Lubrication / Air Service (SL) 23 Series - Splash Lubrication / Gas Service (GT)

Models

2002 2004

3002 3003 3006

4002 4005 4007

5003 5006 5009

6005 6008 6015

7006 7011 7018

PLUS (21 SERIES)

INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE REPAIR

MANUAL
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SL (22 SERIES) GT (23 SERIES)

VACUUM & BLOWER SYSTEMS

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4840 West Kearney Street, P. O. Box 2877 Springeld, Missouri USA 65801-2877 Tel 417 865-8715 800 825-6937 Fax 417 865-2950 http://vacuum.tuthill.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION 1.2 SCOPE OF MANUAL 2. CONVENTIONS AND DATA PLATE 2.1 GRAPHIC CONVENTIONS IN THIS MANUAL 2.2 DATA PLATE 3. LIFTING 4. DESCRIPTION 4.1 FLOW BY DIRECTION AND ROTATION 4.2 SPECIFICATIONS 5. INSTALLATION 5.1 GENERAL 5.1.1 LOCATION 5.1.2 FOUNDATION 5.1.3 BLOWER AIR INTAKE 5.1.4 SOFT FOOT 5.2 SAFETY 5.3 LUBRICATION 5.3.1 FILLING PROCEDURE 5.3.2 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING LUBRICATION 5.3.3 HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH BREAKDOWN OR IGNITION OF LUBRICATION 5.3.4 GREASE LUBRICATED BEARINGS 21 (PLUS) SERIES ONLY 5.4 PIPING CONNECTIONS 5.4.1 BLOCKAGE OR RESTRICTION 5.5 MOTOR DRIVES 5.5.1 DIRECT COUPLED 5.5.2 V-BELTS 5.5.3 SETTING V-BELT TENSION 5.5.4 V-BELT TROUBLESHOOTING 5.6 MOTOR AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 6. OPERATION 6.1 GENERAL 6.2 START-UP CHECKLIST 6.3 OPERATING 6.4 STOPPING 6.5 WATER INJECTED BLOWERS 6.5.1 OPERATION 6.5.2 SHUTDOWN 6.6 RECOMMENDED SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE TO MINIMIZE RISK OF FREEZING OR CORROSION 7. MAINTENANCE 7.1 GENERAL 7.2 REGULAR MAINTENANCE 7.3 SPARE PARTS 7.4 FACTORY SERVICE & REPAIR 7.5 LONG TERM STORAGE 8. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 8.1 DISASSEMBLY OF BLOWER 8.2 REASSEMBLY OF BLOWER 8.2.1 MECHANICAL SEAL INSTALLATION 8.2.2 LUBRICATION, FINAL ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING 8.2.3 ADJUSTING ROTOR INTERLOBE CLEARANCE 9. TROUBLESHOOTING 10. ASSEMBLY CLEARANCES 11. TORQUE CHART 12. RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS 13. SPECIAL TOOL DRAWINGS 14. PARTS LISTS AND ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS 15. DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION 16. WARRANTY BLOWER PRODUCTS 17. OPERATING DATA FORM / PRODUCT REGISTRATION

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1. INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Competitor Rotary Positive Displacement Blower from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems. Please examine the blower for shipping damage, and if any damage is found, report it immediately to the carrier. If the blower is to be installed at a later date make sure it is stored in a clean, dry location and rotated regularly. Make sure covers are kept on all openings. If blower is stored outdoors be sure to protect it from weather and corrosion. Competitor blowers are built to exacting standards and if properly installed and maintained will provide many years of reliable service. We urge you to take time to read and follow every step of these instructions when installing and maintaining your blower. We have tried to make these instructions as straightforward as possible. We realize getting any new piece of equipment up and running in as little time as possible is imperative to production.

NOTE
Record the blower model and serial numbers of your machine in the OPERATING DATA form on the inside back cover of this manual. You will save time and expense by including this reference identication on any replacement part orders, or if you require service or application assistance.

1.1 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION

The applicable documents associated with this manual are: 2006/42/CE Machinery Directive EN 1012-1:1996 - Compressors and vacuum pumps - Safety Requirements - Part 1: Compressors

1.2 SCOPE OF MANUAL

The scope of this manual and the Declaration of Incorporation includes the bare shaft rotary positive displacement blower.

2. CONVENTIONS AND DATA PLATE

2.1 GRAPHIC CONVENTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
This manual is the result of a risk assessment according the applicable documents referenced in section 1.1. The following are hazard levels are referenced within this manual:

DANGER
Indicates an immediate hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Indicates that a physical injury or damage to health or property, if not avoided, could occur.

CAUTION
Indicates that a potential hazard may occur which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTE
Indicates a statement of information which, if not avoided, could cause damage to the product.

CAUTION
Read manual before operation or bodily harm may result. Attention should be given to the safety related sections of this manual.

2.2 DATA PLATE

MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER MAWP YEAR

MAX RPM Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems 4840 West Kearney Street Springfield, Missouri USA 65803 READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR BODILY HARM MAY RESULT

WARNING

WARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION

Keep body & clothing away from machine openings.

Do not operate without guards in place. (800) 825-6937

Hearing protection required.

Do not touch hot surfaces. Made in the USA

http://www.tuthill.com

General Operation and Symbols on Data Plate - The following information is contained on the data plate:

WARNING
Keep body & clothing away from machine. During operation, keep body and clothing away from inlet and outlet of the blower.

WARNING
Do not operate without guards in place.

CAUTION
Hearing protection is required while the blower is in operation. Noise levels may reach as high as 81 dBA.

CAUTION
Do not touch hot surfaces. The upper limit of the blower operation is 445 F (229 C). Do not touch the blower while it is in operation and assure blower is cool when not in operation.

MODEL NUMBER: SERIAL NUMBER: YEAR: MAWP:

This identies the specic model of the blower. Each blower has a unique serial number. This number is to be used with any service issues and with any contact with the manufacturer. This states the year that the blower was manufactured. This states the maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) of the blower casing. This is NOT the allowable maximum pressure differential. When determining the pressure differential, the inlet pressure shall be taken into account to assure that the MAWP is not exceeded. The standard MAWP is per Table 2. The MAWP shall not be exceeded unless specic factory testing of the pressure containing components of the blower has been performed. Contact the factory for testing and documentation if this pressure is to be exceeded.

3. LIFTING WARNING
The blower must be handled using an appropriate device such as a fork truck or appropriate lifting device. See Table 1 for approximate weights. Care should be taken to assure blower does not over-turn during handling and installation.

4. DESCRIPTION NOTE
Refer to specic data sheets for ow capacities and vacuum capacities.

NOTE
Refer to diagrams in this manual for proper rotation and orientation in inlet and discharge.

Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems Competitor model rotary lobe blowers are positive displacement type units, whose pumping capacity is determined by size, operating speed, and differential pressure conditions. Blowers employ rotors rotating in opposite directions within a housing closed at the ends by end plates. Effective sealing of the inlet to the discharge is accomplished through the use of very small operating clearances. The resulting absence of moving contact eliminates the need for any internal lubrication. Clearances between the rotors during rotation are maintained by a pair of accurately machined helical timing gears, mounted on the two shafts extended outside the air chamber. The intermeshing rotary lobes are designed to rotate and trap air or gas between each rotor and the housing. As the rotor lobes rotate past the edge of the suction port, the trapped air or gas is essentially at suction pressure and temperature. Since the blower is a constant volume device, the trapped air remains at suction pressure until the leading rotor lobe opens into the discharge port. The close clearances between the rotors inhibit back slippage of the trapped volume from between the rotors and the trapped volume is forced into the discharge piping. Compression occurs not internal to the blower, but by the amount of restriction, either downstream of the blower discharge port, or upstream of the blower inlet port.

Figure 1 illustrates that the air moves not between the rotors but between the rotors and the side of the housing. Also, the machine is bi-directional, meaning that the direction of rotation of the blower can make either side the inlet or discharge. See also the Flow Direction by Rotation section on below.

INLET

INLET

INLET

DISCHARGE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE No attempt should ever be made to control capacity by means of Figure 1 - Illustration of general operation principle a throttle valve in the intake or discharge piping. This will increase the power load on the drive system, increase operating temperatures, and can overload and/or seriously damage the blower. Likewise, if a possibility exists that ow to the blower inlet may be cut off during normal operation of a process, then an adequate vacuum relief valve must be installed near the blower. A pressure type relief valve in the discharge line near the blower is also strongly recommended for protection against cutoff or blocking in this line. Check valves should also be used on every blower when more than one blower is connected to a discharge line. This is for both safety and operating conditions.

When a belt drive is employed, blower speed, if necessary, can usually be adjusted to obtain desired capacity by changing the diameter of one or both sheaves, or by using a vari-speed motor pulley. In a direct coupled arrangement, a variable speed motor or transmission is required, or excess air or gas may be blown off through a manually controlled unloading valve and silencer. Gas units can use bypasses, but some applications may require additional cooling. If there is a large volume of high pressure air or gas downstream of the blower, a check valve in the piping downstream of the blower will protect the blower from overspeeding in a backward direction upon shutdown. Consult your Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems sales professional if questions arise.

4.1 FLOW BY DIRECTION AND ROTATION

WARNING
Refer to diagrams in this manual for proper rotation and orientation in inlet and discharge.

VERTICAL FLOW

HORIZONTAL FLOW

INTAKE

DISCHARGE

DISCHARGE

INTAKE

INTAKE

DISCHARGE DISCHARGE INTAKE

TOP DRIVE CW ROTATION

TOP DRIVE CCW ROTATION

INTAKE DISCHARGE RIGHT DRIVE CW ROTATION INTAKE RIGHT DRIVE CCW ROTATION INTAKE LEFT DRIVE CW ROTATION DISCHARGE LEFT DRIVE CCW ROTATION BOTTOM DRIVE CW ROTATION BOTTOM DRIVE CCW ROTATION DISCHARGE INTAKE

DISCHARGE

Figure 2 - Flow Direction by Rotation

4.2 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 1 SPECIFICATIONS

APPROXIMATE OIL CAPACITY OUNCES / MILLILITERS VERTICAL FLOW MODEL 2002 2004 3002 3003 3006 4002 4005 4007 5003 5006 5009 6005 6008 6015 7006 7011 7018 GEAR END 3.4 / 101 3.4 / 101 6.0 / 177 6.0 / 177 6.0 / 177 8.5 / 251 8.5 / 251 8.5 / 251 18.3 / 541 18.3 / 541 18.3 / 541 25.5 / 754 25.5 / 754 25.5 / 754 28.7 / 849 28.7 / 849 28.7 / 849 DRIVE END N/A N/A 4.0 / 118 4.0 / 118 4.0 / 118 6.4 / 189 6.4 / 189 6.4 / 189 10.2 / 302 10.2 / 302 10.2 / 302 18.0 / 532 18.0 / 532 18.0 / 532 N/A N/A N/A HORIZONTAL FLOW GEAR END 1.7 / 50 1.7 / 50 3.4 / 101 3.4 / 101 3.4 / 101 5.8 / 172 5.8 / 172 5.8 / 172 7.1 / 210 7.1 / 210 7.1 / 210 16.9 / 500 16.9 / 500 16.9 / 500 20.3 / 600 20.3 / 600 20.3 / 600 DRIVE END N/A N/A 2.5 / 74 2.5 / 74 2.5 / 74 4.7 / 139 4.7 / 139 4.7 / 139 5.4 / 160 5.4 / 160 5.4 / 160 9.0 / 266 9.0 / 266 9.0 / 266 N/A N/A N/A PORT SIZE IN / MM 1 / 25 2 / 51 1.25 / 32 2 / 51 2.5 / 64 1.5 / 38 2 / 51 3 / 76 2.5 / 64 4 / 102 4 / 102 3 / 76 5 / 127 6 / 152 4 / 102 4 / 102 4 / 102 MAX RPM 5275 5275 3600 3600 3600 3600 3600 3600 2850 2850 2850 2350 2350 2350 2050 2050 2050 APPROXIMATE WEIGHT LBS. / KG 41 / 19 53 / 24 78 / 35 83 / 38 113 / 51 95 / 43 127 / 58 146 / 66 152 / 69 185 / 84 222 / 101 250 / 113 310 / 141 456 / 207 425 / 193 555 / 252 675 / 306

Oil capacities are based on lling from dry condition. Less oil may be needed depending on emptiness of oil reservoir(s) after draining. Always ll the gear housing until oil drips out of the oil level hole. Replace plugs in their respective holes. Following this procedure will insure proper oil level. Gear End amounts are applicable to all 21 Series (Competitor Plus) and 22 Series (Competitor SL) Blowers Drive End amounts are only applicable to 22 Series (Competitor SL) and 23 Series (Competitor GT) Blowers

TABLE 2 MAXIMUM OPERATING LIMITS

MODEL 2002 2004 3002 3003 3006 4002 4005 4007 5003 5006 5009 6005 6008 6015 7006 7011 7018 MAXIMUM RPM 5275 5275 3600 3600 3600 3600 3600 3600 2850 2850 2850 2350 2350 2350 2050 2050 2050 MAXIMUM PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL psi / mbar 12 / 827 7 / 483 15 / 1034 12 / 827 7 / 483 15 / 1034 10 / 690 7 / 483 15 / 1034 13 / 896 7 / 483 15 / 1034 14 / 965 7 / 483 15 / 1034 10 / 690 6 / 414 MAXIMUM VACUUM in. Hg / mbar 16 / 542 16 / 542 16 / 542 15 / 508 15 / 508 16 / 542 16 / 542 15 / 508 16 / 542 16 / 542 15 / 508 16 / 542 16 / 542 12 / 406 16 / 542 16 / 542 12 / 406 MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE RISE F / C 225 / 125 185 / 103 210 / 117 180 / 100 170 / 94 220 / 122 210 / 117 170 / 94 195 / 108 195 / 108 160 / 89 250 / 139 240 / 133 180 / 100 235 / 131 210 / 117 120 / 67 MAWP psi / bar 15 / 1034 15 / 1034 15 / 1034 15 / 1034 15 / 1034 17 / 1172 15 / 1034 15 / 1034 17 / 1172 15 / 1034 15 / 1034 17 / 1172 15 / 1034 15 / 1034 17 / 1172 15 / 1034 15 / 1034

WARNING
The maximum pressure differential is based on the difference between the inlet pressure and the outlet pressure. The maximum pressure differential shall not be exceeded. Exceeding the maximum pressure differential will cause serious damage to the equipment and could cause bodily injury.

WARNING
The maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) is based on the absolute pressure of the blower housing and is NOT the maximum allowable pressure differential. Exceeding the MAWP will cause serious damage to the equipment and could cause bodily injury.

To permit continued satisfactory performance, a blower must be operated within certain approved limiting conditions. The manufacturers warranty is, of course, also contingent on such operation. Maximum limits for pressure, temperature and speed are specified here for various blower sizes when operated under the standard atmospheric conditions. Do not exceed any one of these limits.

NOTE
Specially ordered blowers with nonstandard construction, or with rotor end clearances greater than shown within the Assembly Clearances table, will not have the operating limits specied here. Contact your Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems sales representative for specic information.

NOTE
Special attention must be paid when a blower has a higher than standard ambient suction temperature. Special recommendations for operating parameters and/or additional cooling may be recommended. Consult the factory or local representative for appropriate information.

5. INSTALLATION
5.1 GENERAL

DANGER
The blower is not intended to be used with explosive products or in explosive environments.

DANGER
It is the responsibility of the installer to assue that proper guarding is in place and compliant with all applicable regulatory requirements.

WARNING
The bare shaft blower can generate excessive noise. Methods to reduce the noise levels by installing inlet and outlet silencers will be required. Even with inlet and outlet silencers, hearing protection will be required.

WARNING
Customers are warned to provide adequate protection, warning and safety equipment necessary to protect personnel against hazards in the installation and operation of this equipment in the system or facility.

WARNING
The standard MAWP is per Table 2. The MAWP shall not be exceeded unless specic factory testing of the pressure containing components of the blower has been performed.

WARNING
Table 2 states the maximum operating speed in RPM (rotations per minute) and maximum temperature. Do not exceed these limits. The installation of the blower shall take these critical operating parameters into account and adequate control features implemented.

WARNING
Upon completion of the installation, and before applying power, rotate the drive shaft by hand. It must move freely. If it does not, look for uneven mounting, piping strain, excessive belt tension or coupling misalignment or any other cause of binding. If blower is removed and still does not move freely, check inside the blower housing for foreign material.

NOTE
Remove the protective covers from the shaft and inspect for damage.

Carefully check to ensure that no transit damage has been sustained. If damage has occurred from shipment a claim must be led with the carrier immediately; preserve the shipping container for inspection by the carrier.

NOTE
In the event that your unit sustains damage while being shipped to your facility, do not return it to the factory without rst obtaining shipping instructions from us.

Protective covers and plugs should not be removed until the connection is being made. Mount the blower on a at, level surface. We recommend a baseplate that is a rigid, solidly supported, and structurally sound. Shim under the legs where necessary so that each leg of the blower supports an equal share of the blower weight. This is necessary to prevent eventual twisting of the blower. Make sure feet rest evenly on the mounting surface before fastening down. Twisting or cramping the blower in mounting will cause rotor contact and binding during operation, resulting in a condition called soft foot. (See the Soft Foot section of this manual for further details and preventative measures.) A unit that is factory mounted on a base, should not require the above adjustments. However, since the assembly can become twisted in shipping or installation, checking for soft foot should be done after installation of the base. Shims may be needed for alignment. Loosen the foot hold-down screws to check foot contact with the mounting surface. The base should be mounted on a solid foundation or heavy ooring, using shims as necessary at bolting points to prevent warping the assembly. (Also refer to the Foundation section.) Transmission of small operating vibrations to a support structure may be objectionable in some cases. Use of vibration isolators or vibration absorbing materials can be effective in overcoming this problem. To avoid casing distortion, the treatment used should be applied under the common motor/blower base or mounting plate, rather than directly under the feet alone. Piping should be accurately squared with the blower and supported independently. Stress imparted from incorrectly aligned piping or mounting will create problems with bearing and seal life, possibly leading to premature internal contact. The blower should sit stress free and evenly on its supporting surface. Care should be taken to evenly tighten the mounting bolts to not impart undue stress into the blower. Stress can 9

be checked in a free state with feeler stock or veried on a previously installed blower with the aid of a dial indicator. Less than .002 (.05 mm) spring or gap should be found. Use only clean new pipe and make certain it is free of scale, cuttings, weld beads, dirt, or any other foreign material. To guard against damage to the blower, insure that an inlet lter is used. Make provisions to clean the lter of collected debris after a few hours of operation and periodically thereafter. (See the Piping Connections section for additional details.) Figure 3 shows a typical complete installation of blower and accessories. Note the absence of throttle or shut-off valves in either discharge or intake piping. If it is possible for air ow to be cut off in either of these lines, make provisions to add a pressure and/or vacuum relief valve. In some installations, it may be desirable to use only an inlet silencer-cleaner supported directly from the blower connection. Weight of accessories and piping must be kept to a minimum to prevent blower casing distortion. Weights in excess of 10% of blower weight should be supported independently of blower and connected with a exible hose or connectors. (The approximate weight of your unit is included within the Specications table.)
AIR FILTER INTAKE SILENCER

FLOW

PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE CHECK VALVE FLEX CONN.

FLOW

PRESSURE GAUGE

DISCHARGE SILENCER

A blower may be driven by direct-coupling to Figure 3 - Typical Blower Installation the driver or by V-belt drive, to obtain other speeds within approved range. (See the Motor Drives section for more information.) Blowers from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems are internally and externally treated after factory assembly and testing to protect against rusting in normal atmospheric conditions prior to installation. The maximum period of internal protection is considered to be up to 6 months under average conditions, provided closing plugs and seals are not removed. Protection against chemical or salt water atmosphere is not provided. Avoid opening the blower until ready to begin installation, as protection will be quickly lost due to evaporation. (For recommended preparations for long term storage (longer than 6 months), please see the Long Term Storage section in this manual.)

5.1.1 LOCATION
Install your blower in a room or outdoor area that supplies adequate space and lighting for routine maintenance. Indoor installation areas should be well ventilated and kept as cool as possible, because operating the unit at elevated temperatures can result in nuisance overload or temperature shutdowns. An unprotected outdoor installation is only satisfactory when correct lubrication for expected temperatures is provided, as per the Recommended Lubricants section in this manual.

5.1.2 FOUNDATION
Your blower does not need a special foundation, however it does require a solid, level oor and adequate frame support. Bolt the blower system to the oor and seal any cracks.

5.1.3 BLOWER AIR INTAKE

To minimize maintenance, supply your blower with the cleanest air possible. It is important that the air does not contain any ammable or toxic gases, as the blower will concentrate these gases. This could result in damage to the unit and surrounding property, lead to personal injury or death. Do not block or restrict the opening or the blower and/or motor may overheat and fail.

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Do not use blowers on explosive or hazardous gases. Each size blower has limits on pressure differential, running speed, and discharge temperature. These limits must not be exceeded. Consult Table 2 for details pertaining to the allowable performance criteria. If it is necessary to take air from a remote source, such as in a vacuum application, the piping should be at least the same diameter of the blower inlet. For distances greater than 20 feet (6 m) the pipe diameter should be enlarged to reduce inlet restriction. Excessive restriction will reduce the efciency of the blower and elevate its discharge temperature. The piping used should also be corrosion resistant, and free of scale and dirt. The inlet should be covered to keep out precipitation, insects, and small animals. Vacuum kits are available.

5.1.4 SOFT FOOT

Soft foot is a condition in which one of the blower feet does not sit at on the base. Usually, this is due to irregularities in the surface to which the blower is mounted. When you tighten the bolt on the foot, the blower will distort slightly, but enough to cause problems with bearing and seal life, and premature internal contact between the rotors and the housing. 1. Place blower on base. 2. Check each foot for gaps between foot and base (soft foot), shim as necessary to ll gap within .002 (.05 mm) Below are shown the two most common types of soft foot conditions. If either type is present, and measures more than .003 (.076 mm), the blower may fail prematurely. 3. Tighten all bolts. 4. Mount a dial indicator on base contacting one foot at 12 oclock position. 5. Loosen bolt on that foot. Observe indicator travel and add shims as needed to reduce spring to less than .002 (.05 mm). Repeat steps 4 and 5 on remaining feet.
ANGULAR SOFT FOOT

PARALLEL SOFT FOOT

Figure 4 - Illustrations of Soft Foot

5.2 SAFETY
Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems recommends the use of relief valves to protect against excessive pressure or vacuum conditions. These valves should be tested at initial start-up to be sure they are properly adjusted to relieve at or below the maximum pressure differential rating of the blower.

DANGER
It is the responsibility of the installer to assure that proper guarding is in place and compliant with all applicable regulatory requirements.

DANGER
Internal and external rotating parts of the blower and driving equipment can produce serious physical injuries. The blower should never be run with the inlet or discharge piping removed. If it becomes necessary to inspect the rotating parts of the blower or to change V-belts, be absolutely sure that all power to the motor controls has been shut off, the motor controls are locked out, and properly tagged before proceeding.

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DANGER
Assure that properly sized vacuum breaks/relief valves are used on the inlet side of the blower. Also assure that properly sized pressure relief valves are used on the outlet of the blower. The sizing shall be such to assure that the proper ow can be achieved without exceeding the rated vacuum and pressure ratings.

DANGER
Blower housing and associated piping or accessories may become hot enough to cause major skin burns on contact.

WARNING
Use lock out/tag out procedures to disable the electrical energy source before any service or work is done on the blower.

WARNING
Avoid extended exposure in close proximity to machinery with high intensity noise levels. Wear adequate ear protection.

NOTE
Use proper care and good procedures in handling, lifting, installing, operating, and maintaining the equipment.

5.3 LUBRICATION
Every blower from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems is factory tested, oil drained and shipped dry to its installation point. Both independent oil reservoirs must be lled to the proper level before operation. Oil reservoirs are under vacuum. Shaft bearings at the gear end of the blower are splash lubricated by one or both gears dipping into an oil reservoir formed in the gear end plate and cover. Shaft bearings at the drive end of the blower are lubricated by a slinger assembly dipping into an oil reservoir. Before starting the blower, ll oil sumps as shown below within the Filling Procedure section. Add oil to the blower in the quantity shown within the Specications Table. The oil level must be maintained within the notched area of the sight glass. See Figure 5. Lower drive units have bulls eye type oil level gauges. Maintain oil levels at the center of the glass.

WARNING
Never attempt to change or add lubrication while the blower is running. Failure to heed this warning could result in damage to the equipment or personal injury. Oil must be checked when the blower is NOT running.

WARNING
Properly dispose of the spent lubricants. Refer to the manufacturer of the lubricant and any regulations to assure proper and safe disposal.

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WARNING
Do not start the blower until you are sure oil has been put in the gear housing and front cover (grease if 21 series). Operation of the blower without proper lubrication will cause the blower to fail and void the warranty.

NOTE
Most Competitor blowers are shipped from the factory in a left hand drive, vertical ow conguration. If drive shaft location is changed, the oil level plugs, sight glasses and breathers must be relocated to proper positions, as shown to the right. Failure to change plug location will result in blower failure and void the product warranty.

5.3.1 FILLING PROCEDURE

See Figure 5. Recommended lubricants are shown on page 33. 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove ll plugs or breathers from both gear end and drive end plates. SLOWLY pour oil through ll until oil appears in the oil sight glass. Bring oil level to center of sight glass. Verify oil level is at proper level in BOTH gear end and drive end sight glasses. Replace ll plugs or breathers that were removed in step 1.

21 (PLUS) SERIES
HORIZONTAL FLOW
GREASE FITTING RELIEF FITTING

21 (PLUS) SERIES
VERTICAL FLOW
GREASE FITTING

22 (SL) SERIES
HORIZONTAL FLOW
BREATHER (OIL FILL PLUG)

22 (SL) SERIES
VERTICAL FLOW
BREATHER (OIL FILL PLUG)

RELIEF FITTING MAGNETIC OIL DRAIN PLUG

OIL LEVEL SIGHT GLASS

OIL LEVEL SIGHT GLASS

MAGNETIC OIL DRAIN PLUG

BOTTOM DRIVE

LEFT DRIVE
GREASE FITTING

DRIVE END
BREATHER

DRIVE END
BREATHER

GREASE FITTING

RELIEF RELIEF FITTING FITTING

OIL LEVEL SIGHT GLASS MAGNETIC OIL DRAIN PLUG

OIL LEVEL SIGHT GLASS MAGNETIC OIL DRAIN PLUG

TOP DRIVE

RIGHT DRIVE

GEAR END

GEAR END

Figure 5 - Location of oil fill, drain, and level gauges on Competitor blowers

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5.3.2 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING LUBRICATION

What is the functional detriment if the wrong oil is used? The lubricant is selected based on bearing and gear speed, and operating temperature. Too light of a lubricant increases wear by not separating the sliding surfaces and it will not remove the heat adequately. If the lubricant is too thick, the drag in the bearings is increased causing them to run hotter. Since it is thicker, it will not ow as readily into the gears and it will reduce the available backlash. Lubricants at our conditions are incompressible. What is the functional detriment if the oil is not serviced? If the lubricant is not serviced at the proper interval the shearing action in the bearing and the gears will begin to take their toll and the lubricant will thicken, making matters worse. The unit will run hotter and the wear on running surfaces will increase. Generally, the lubricant will appear dirtier, this is actually material rubbed off the units components. The discoloration comes from overheating the additive package. An indicator of the breakdown of a lubricant is the increase in the TAN (Total Acid Number), and a change in the base viscosity of ten percent. Several things are happening as the lubricant goes through the unit. First, it is absorbing frictional energy in the form of heat. This heat has to be dissipated through either surface contact with cooler materials, or in a rest volume of lubricant. While reducing the friction, the lubricant is also going through a shearing process and the molecular structure is broken down. The result is that the lubricant will begin to thicken because of the shorter molecular chains and the drop out of additive packages. The thickened lubricant will cause more drag, increasing the friction and heat, and further degrading the lubricant. Operation of the blower (environment, run time, speed, and pressure) has a direct effect on duty cycles. Our published cycles are based on worst-case conditions.

5.3.3 HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH BREAKDOWN OR IGNITION OF LUBRICATION

DANGER
There is a risk associated with the lubrication media breaking down and resulting in a hazardous uid or vapor. There may also be a hazard associated with the ignition of the lubrication media. Refer to the lubrication manufactures applicable instruction for safety precautions.

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5.3.4 GREASE LUBRICATED BEARINGS 21 (PLUS) SERIES ONLY

Service drive end bearing at regular intervals. (See the Suggested Lubrication Intervals for Grease Lubricated Bearings table, to the right.) Use NLGI #2 premium grade, petroleum base grease with high temperature resistance and good mechanical stability, such as PneuLube grease available from your local Tuthill Vacuum & Blower System Professional. Using a pressure gun, force new grease into each bearing until traces of clean grease comes out of the relief tting.
SUGGESTED LUBRICATION INTERVALS FOR GREASE LUBRICATED BEARINGS OPERATING HOURS PER DAY SPEED IN RPM 750 - 1000 1000 - 1500 1500 - 2000 2000 - 2500 2500 - 3000 3000 & up 8 16 24 GREASING INTERVALS IN WEEKS 7 4 2 5 4 3 2 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

NOTE
To avoid blowing out the drive shaft seal, do not grease too rapidly.

NOTE
Refer to Figure 5, which shows locations of grease tting and grease relief for horizontal and vertical ow units (21 series).

5.4 PIPING CONNECTIONS

NOTE
Remove the protective covers from the inlet and outlet ports and inspect for dirt and foreign material.

WARNING
Pipe loading on the blower should be negligible as pipe loading can cause distortion of the blower. Use proper supports and pipe hangers to assure that there is no loading.

Inlet and outlet connections on all blowers are large enough to handle maximum volume with minimum friction loss. Maintain same diameter piping. Silencers must not be supported by the blower. Stress loads and bending moments must be avoided. Be certain all piping is clean internally before connecting to the blower. We recommend placing a 16-mesh wire screen backed with hardware cloth at or near the inlet connections for the rst 50 hours of use until the system is clean. Make provisions to clean the screen after a few hours of operation and completely discard it once the system is clean, as it will eventually deteriorate and small pieces going into the blower can cause serious damage. A horizontal or vertical air ow piping conguration is easily achieved by rearranging the mounting feet position.

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HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH HAZARDOUS PROCESS FLUIDS

DANGER
It shall be the responsibility of the installer to ensure that piping is adequate, sealing between pipe joints is adequate for the process uids and proper process and pressure protection devices are in place. It is also the responsibility of the installer to assure that process gasses are not vented in a manner that would be hazardous. Refer to the manufacturer of the process media to assure that proper safety precautions are in place.

5.4.1 BLOCKAGE OR RESTRICTION

WARNING
Damage to the blower could occur if there is blockage in the inlet or outlet ports or piping. Care should be taken when installing the blower to assure that there are no foreign objects or restrictions in the ports or piping.

5.5 MOTOR DRIVES

Two drive connections commonly used are direct drive and V-belt drive.

5.5.1 DIRECT COUPLED

When installing the motor directly to the blower, align shafts to coupling in accordance with the coupling manufacturers instructions. Blowers shipped with motor directly coupled and mounted on a common base have been aligned prior to shipment and normally no further alignment is necessary. However, alignment should be checked and adjustments made if necessary prior to starting the unit. Coupling halves must correctly t the blower and drive shafts so that only light tapping is required to install each half. The two shafts must be accurately aligned, A direct coupled blower and motor must be aligned with the two shafts not having more than .005 (13 mm) T.I.R. (Total Indicator Reading). Face must be aligned within .002(.05 mm) . Proper gap between coupling halves must be established according to coupling manufacturers instructions with the motor armature. This will minimize the change for end thrust on the blower shaft. All direct coupled base mounted units must be re-aligned and greased after eld installation.

5.5.2 V-BELTS
If the motor and blower are V-belt connected, the sheaves on both motor and blower shafts, should be as close to the shaft bearings as possible. Blower Sheave is not more than 1/4 (6.5 mm) from the blower drive end cover. The drive sheave is as close to the driver bearing as possible. Care should be taken when installing sheaves on the blower and motor shafts. The face of the should be accurately in line to minimize belt wear. Adjust the belt tension to the to the manufactures specications using a belt tension tester. New belts should be checked for proper tension after 24 hours of run time. When manufacturer data is not available industry guidelines are 1/64 inch deection for each inch of span at 8 to 10 pounds of force in the center of the belt. Insufcient tensioning is often indicated by slipping (squealing) at start up. Belt dressing should not be used on V-belts. Sheaves and V-belts should remain free of oil and grease. Tension should be removed from belts if the drive is to be inactive for an extended period of time. For more specic information consult the drive manufacturer. In a v-belt drive, the blower sheave must t its shaft accurately, run true, and be mounted as close to the bearing housing as possible to minimize bearing loads.

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A tight or driving t will force the drive shaft out of its normal position and cause internal damage. A loose t will result in shaft damage or breaking. The motor sheave must also t correctly and be properly aligned with the blower sheave. Adjust motor position on its sliding base so that belt tension is in accordance with drive manufacturers instructions. Avoid excessive belt tension at all times. Recheck tension after the rst ten hours of operation and periodically thereafter to avoid slippage and loss of blower speed. Check blower after installation and before applying power by rotating the drive shaft by hand. If it does not rotate freely, look for uneven mounting, piping strain, excessive belt tension, or coupling misalignment. Check blower at this time to insure oil was added to the reservoirs.

5.5.3 SETTING V-BELT TENSION

Proper belt tension is essential to long blower life. The following diagrams and procedures are provided to aid in eld adjusting V-belts (when blower is so equipped) for maximum performance. A visual inspection of the V-belt drive should yield the appearance shown in Figure 6. Factors outside the control of the belt tensioning system used on an individual blower package assembly may contribute to decreased belt life, such as environmental factors, and quality of the belts installed. This can cause wear of the belts beyond the ability of the tensioning system to compensate. As such, it is recommended to check belt tension monthly and make any manual adjustments found necessary.

Too Tight

Slight Bow

Too Loose

Figure 6 - General appearance of a V-Belt drive

20 (50.8 cm)

20/64 = 5/16 (8 mm)

8-10 lb (3.6-4.5 s. kg

1. Turn off and lock out power. 2. Remove the fasteners from the belt guard (if equipped) Figure 7 - Setting of proper tension for a V-Belt drive 3. Remove the belt guard. 4. Check and adjust the belt tension as necessary. It should be 1/64 deection per inch of span (0.157 mm) deection per centimeter of span) between sheaves, with 8-10 lbs. (3.6-4.5 kg) force applied at center point of the top section of belt. 5. Install the belt guard, making sure that all drive components are free of contact with the guard. 6. Install belt guard fasteners removed in step 2. 7. Unlock the power and start your blower. 8. Resume normal operation.

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5.5.4 V-BELT TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM Belts slip (sidewalls glazed) Drive squeals Shock load Not enough arc of contact Heavy starting load Broken cord caused by prying on sheave Overloaded drive Impulse loads Belt(s) turned over Misalignment of sheave and shaft Worn sheave grooves Excessive belt vibration Mismatched belts New belts installed with old belts Shock loads Breakage of belt(s) Heavy starting loads Belt pried over sheaves Foreign objects in drives Sheave grooves worn Sheave diameter too small Mismatched belts Rapid belt wear Drive overloaded Belt slips Sheaves misaligned Oil or heat condition POSSIBLE CAUSES Not enough tension SOLUTION Replace belts; apply proper tension Apply proper tension Increase center distance Increase belt tension Replace set of belts and install correctly Redesign drive Apply proper tension Realign drive Replace sheaves Check drive design Check equipment for solid mounting Consider use of banded belts Replace belts in matched sets only Apply proper tension; recheck drive Apply proper tension; recheck drive Use compensator starting Replace set of belts correctly Provide drive guard Replace sheaves Redesign drive Replace with matched belts Redesign drive Increase tension Align sheaves Eliminate oil. Ventilate drive.

5.6 MOTOR AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING
The motor and connections shall be protected to assure that product and environmental condensation does not come in contact with the electrical connections.

NOTE
It is the responsibility of the installer to assure that the motor is in compliance with the latest edition of IEC 60204-1 and all electrical connections performed per IEC 60204-1, this includes over current protection.

Wire the motor and other electrical devices such as solenoid valves and temperature switch to the proper voltage and amperage as indicated on the nameplate of each component being wired. Turn the blower by hand after wiring is completed to determine that there are no obstructions and if the blower turns freely; then momentarily start the blower to check the direction of rotation. Figure 2 shows direction of air ow in relation to rotor rotation. The air ow direction can be reversed by reversing the appropriate motor leads.

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6. OPERATION
6.1 GENERAL

DANGER
The blower is not intended to be used with explosive products or in explosive environments.

WARNING
Do not operate without guards in place.

WARNING
Maximum operating speed: Table 2 states the maximum operating speed in RPM (rotations per minute), the maximum pressure differential, maximum vacuum and maximum temperature rise. Do not exceed these limits.

WARNING
The blower can generate excessive noise, hearing protection is required while the unit is in operation.

Before starting the blower for the rst time under power, recheck the installation thoroughly to reduce the likelihood of troubles. Use the following check list as a guide, but also consider any other special conditions in your installation. 1. Be certain no bolts, rags, or dirt have been left in blower. 2. Be certain that inlet piping is free of debris. If an open outdoor air intake is used, be sure the opening is clean and protected by an inlet lter. This also applies to indoor use. 3. If installation is not recent, check blower leveling, drive alignment, belt tension, and tightness of all mounting bolts. 4. Be certain the proper volume of oil is in the oil reservoir chambers. 5. Be certain the driving motor is properly lubricated, and that it is connected through suitable electrical overload devices. 6. With electrical power off and locked out to prevent accidental starting, rotate blower shaft several times by hand to make sure blower is rotating freely. Unevenness or tight spots is an indication of a problem that should be corrected before progressing. 7. Check motor rotation by momentarily pushing the start button and check ow direction of the blower. Reverse the motor connections if ow is in the wrong direction. Initial operation should be carried out under no load conditions by opening all valves and venting the discharge to atmosphere, if possible. Then start motor briey, listen for unusual noises, and check that the blower coasts freely to a stop. If no problem appears, repeat this check, and let the motor run a little longer. If any questions exist, investigate before proceeding further. Assuming all tests are satisfactory, the blower will now be ready for continuous full load operation. During the rst several days, make periodic checks to determine that all conditions remain acceptable and steady. These checks may be particularly important if the blower is part of a process system where conditions may vary. At the rst opportunity, stop the blower and clean or remove inlet lter. Also, recheck leveling, coupling alignment or belt tension, and mountlng bolts for tightness.

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6.2 START-UP CHECKLIST

We recommend that these startup procedures be followed in sequence and checked off ( boxes provided in any of the following cases: During initial installation After any shutdown period
DATES CHECKED:

) in the

After maintenance work has been performed After blower has been moved to a new location

Check the unit for proper lubrication. Proper oil level cannot be over-emphasized. Refer to the Lubrication section. Please see Recommended Lubricants for information on acceptable lubricants for your product. Check V-belt drive for proper belt alignment and tension. Carefully turn the rotors by hand to be certain they do not bind.

WARNING
Disconnect power. Make certain power is off and locked out before touching any rotating element of the blower, motor, or drive components.

Bump the unit with the motor to check rotation (counter-clockwise [CCW] when facing shaft) and to be certain it turns freely and smoothly. Start the unit and operate it for 30 minutes at no load. During this time, feel the cylinder for hot spots. If minor hot spots occur, refer to the Troubleshooting chart. Apply the load and observe the operation of the unit for one hour. If minor malfunctions occur, discontinue operation and refer to the Troubleshooting chart.

6.3 OPERATING
The upper temperature limit for blower operation is 445 F (229 C) measured in the exhaust gas stream with a low mass thermocouple. When this temperature limit switch is installed, as the temperature exceeds the predetermined temperature, the blower motor will stop and cannot be restarted until the temperature drops below the trip setting of the temperature switch.

DANGER
The blower is not intended to be used with explosive products or in explosive environments.

WARNING
Physical harm may occur if human body parts are in contact or exposed to the process vacuum. Assure that all connections are protected from human contact.

WARNING
If rated vacuum or pressure levels are exceeded, process uids will migrate to other parts of the blower and system.

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CAUTION
Do not touch hot surfaces. The upper limit of the blower operation is 445 F (229 C) Do not touch the blower while it is in operation and assure blower is cool when not in operation.

CAUTION
Use of a thermowell insulates the thermocouple. Invalid and delayed readings will result. This can result in ineffective protection devices.

NOTE
The upper temperature limits are not intended for continuous operation. Consult with factory for detailed information assistance.

6.4 STOPPING

CAUTION
Do not stop the blower if there are high outlet pressures in the outlet piping. Unload the outlet piping prior to shutting down the blower.

Stop the blower by turning off the motor. Isolate the blower from the vacuum system and vent the blower to atmosphere. Turn off the cooling water, if water cooled. Stop the backing pump. Refer to component instruction manual.

6.5 WATER INJECTED BLOWERS

Water injected into the inlet of a blower operating on vacuum service will cool the blower. The water absorbs the heat of compression as it passes through the unit along with the air/gas being compressed. A blower cooled in this manner can operate safely at higher vacuums or higher inlet temperatures than a normally uncooled unit. The amount of water required depends on the inlet air/gas temperature, inlet vacuum, water temperature, and the maximum discharge temperature desired. Check with the factory or sales representative for additional guidance.

6.5.1 OPERATION
Check oil level in sight glass of blower and assure all ttings are tight. Check the water injection system to assure water is available. Operate the blower dry for a few minutes at no load to check correct rotation and smooth operation. Turn water on and adjust ow as recommended for the individual blower. Assure water discharges freely from the outlet piping. 5. Apply vacuum and observe operation at the desired inlet condition. 1. 2. 3. 4.

6.5.2 SHUTDOWN
1. The blower can be shutdown for brief periods by relieving the inlet vacuum, shutting the water off, and then stopping the unit. 2. Rusting during a slightly longer shutdown period can be avoided by operating the blower under a partial vacuum without the water injection, allowing the blower to heat within safe limits. The heat will tend to drive off residual moisture.

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3. For extended shutdown, oil may be injected into the inlet of the heated blower just prior to shutting the blower down. The oil will provide a protective coating on the internals. Insure that the water is completely shut off after shutdown. 4. Special coatings or platings are available to minimize rusting or corrosion in applications where units can remain wet. Vertical ow units with two-lobed, plugged rotors should always be used. Always orient system such that the blower intake is at the top and discharge at the bottom.

CAUTION
Water injection can cause lime build-up on rotors. Check water supply for hardness. The use of water softeners, other chemicals, or distilled water may be necessary to prevent or remove this build-up. However, due to the wide variations in mineral content, pH, and chemical content of water that can be injected, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems cannot be responsible for damage which may result should this build-up occur. Units should be inspected regularly to determine any problems.

NOTE
For liquid injection other than water, consult the factory.

6.6 RECOMMENDED SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE TO MINIMIZE RISK OF FREEZING OR CORROSION

When high humidity or moisture is present in an air piping system, condensation of water can occur after the blower is shut down and the blower begins to cool. This creates an environment favorable to corrosion of the iron internal surfaces, or in cold weather, the formation of ice. Either of these conditions can close the operating clearances, causing the blower to fail upon future start-up. The following shutdown procedure outlined below minimizes the risk of moisture condensation, corrosion and freezing.

NOTE
Care must be taken so as not to overload or overheat the blower during this procedure.

1. Isolate the blower from the moist system piping, allowing the blower to intake atmospheric air. Operate the blower under a slight load allowing the blower to heat within safe limits. The heat generated by the blower will quickly evaporate residual moisture. 2. For carpet cleaning applications, after the work is completed, simply allow the blower to run a few (3-5) minutes with the suction hose and wand attached. The suction hose and wand will provide enough load to the blower to evaporate the moisture quickly. 3. For extended shutdown, inject a small amount of a light lubricating oil such as 3-in-One or a spray lubricant such as WD-40 into the inlet of the blower just prior to shutdown. (3-in-One and WD-40 are registered trademarks of WD-40 Company.) The lubricant will provide an excellent protective coating on the internal surfaces. If using a spray lubricant, exercise care to prevent the applicator tube from getting sucked into the blower. The applicator tube will damage the blower, most likely to the point that repair would be required. 4. If the blower is being taken out of commission for an extended period of time, please also refer to the Long Term Storage section of this manual.

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7. MAINTENANCE
7.1 GENERAL
Regular inspection of your blower and its installation, along with complete checks on operating conditions will pay dividends in added life and usefulness. Also, service the drive per manufacturers instructions and lubricate the coupling or check belt drive tension. By use of thermometers and gauges, make sure that blower operating temperature and pressure remain within allowed limits.

DANGER
The blower and parts may contain hazardous media. Assure that pump and parts are evacuated of hazardous media prior to servicing.

CAUTION
The electrical service must be isolated and de-energized prior to maintenance. Apply appropriate procedures to assure electrical supply is de-energized and cannot be inadvertently energized during maintenance. Assure piping and product is isolated prior to maintenance of blower. Apply appropriate procedures to assure piping and product is isolated and that inadvertent opening of valves cannot occur during maintenance.

CAUTION
During routine maintenance, inspect and assure that guards are in place and secure.

Particular attention should be paid to lubrication of timing gears and bearings in accordance with comments under the Lubrication section. When a blower is taken out of service, it may require internal protection against rusting or corrosion. The need for such protection must be a matter of judgment based on existing conditions as well as length of down time. Under atmospheric conditions producing rapid corrosion, the blower should be protected immediately. Refer to the Long Term Storage section for more details.

7.2 REGULAR MAINTENANCE

A good maintenance program will add years of service to your blower. A newly installed blower should be checked frequently during the rst month of operation, especially lubrication. With blower at rest, check oil level in both the gear (drive) end and free (non-drive) end of the blower and add oil as needed. Complete oil changes are recommended every 1000-1200 operating hours, or more frequently depending on the type of oil and operating temperature. Also change the oil more frequently if pumping corrosive vapors or where excessive operating temperatures are encountered. The following is recommended as a minimum maintenance program.
DAILY WEEKLY 1. Check and maintain oil level, 1. Clean all air filters. A clogged air filter and add oil as necessary. can seriously affect the efficiency of the 2. Check for unusual noise or blower and cause overheating and oil vibration (See Troubleshooting) usage. 2. Check relief valve to assure it is operating properly. MONTHLY 1. Inspect the entire system for leaks. 2. Inspect condition of oil and change if necessary. 3. Check drive belt tension and tighten if necessary.

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NOTE
Oil levels should be checked every 24 hours of operation.

Proper oil drain schedules require oil be changed before the contaminant load becomes so great that the lubricating function of the oil is impaired or heavy disposition of suspended contaminants occurs. To check the condition of the oil, drain a sampling into a clean container and check for the presence of water or solids. Slight discoloration of the oil should not necessitate an oil change.

7.3 SPARE PARTS

Should adjustments or replacement eventually be needed, these can often be performed locally as described in this book after obtaining required parts. Personnel should have a good background of mechanical experience and be thoroughly familiar with the procedures outlined in this manual. Major repairs not covered in this book should be referred to the nearest Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems service representative. When ordering parts, give all blower nameplate information, as well as the item number and parts description as per the parts lists and assembly drawings for your particular model. Repair kits are available for all models. These kits contain all of the seals, bearings, O-rings, locks, and special retaining screws necessary for an overhaul. For your convenience when ordering parts, we suggest you complete the Operating Data Form included on the inside, back cover of this manual. In developing a stock of spare parts, consider the following: The degree of importance in maintaining the blower in a ready condition The time lag in parts procurement Cost Shelf life (seals and O-rings)

Contact Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems Service Department for any assistance in selecting spare parts. Telephone: (417) 865-8715 Toll Free (48 contiguous states): (800) 825-6937 Fax: (417) 865-2950

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7.4 FACTORY SERVICE & REPAIR

With proper care, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems blowers will give years of reliable service. The parts are machined to very close tolerances and require special tools by mechanics who are skilled at this work. Should major repairs become necessary, contact the factory for the authorized service location nearest you. Units which are still under warranty must be returned to the factory, freight prepaid, for service. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems ATTN: Inside Service Manager 4840 West Kearney Street Springeld, MO 65803-8702

NOTE
Current regulations require Material Safety Data Sheet to be completed and forwarded to Tuthill Corporation on any unit being returned for any reason which has been handling or involved with hazardous gases or materials. This is for the protection of the employees of Tuthill Corporation who are required to perform service on this equipment. Failure to do so will result in service delays.

NOTE
When returning a blower to the factory for repair, under warranty, please note the factory will not accept any unit that arrives without authorization. Contact the Service Department for return authorization.

7.5 LONG TERM STORAGE

Any time the blower will be stored for an extended period of time, you should take make sure that it is protected from corrosion by following these steps: 1. Spray the interior (lobes, housing and end plates) with rust preventative. This should be repeated as conditions dictate and at least on a yearly basis. 2. Fill both end covers completely full of oil. 3. Firmly attach a very prominent tag stating that the end covers are full of oil and must be drained and relled to proper levels prior to startup. 4. Apply a rust preventative grease to the drive shaft. 5. Spray all exposed surfaces, including the inlet and discharge anges, with rust preventative. 6. Seal inlet, discharge and vent openings. It is not recommended that the unit be set in place, piped to the system, and allowed to remain idle for a prolonged amount of time. If any component is left open to the atmosphere, the rust preventative will escape and lose its effectiveness. 7. During storage, ensure that the blower does not experience excessive vibration. 8. Attach a desiccant bag to either of the covers to prevent condensation from occurring inside the blower. Make sure any desiccant bag (or bags) is so attached to the covers that they will be removed before startup of the blower. 9. Store the blower in an air conditioned and heated building if at all possible. At least insure as dry conditions as possible. 10. If possible, rotate the drive shaft by hand at least monthly in order to prevent seals from setting in one position.

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8. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

8.1 DISASSEMBLY OF BLOWER
With proper maintenance and lubrication, normal life expectancy for gears, bearings, and seals can be achieved. However, over a period of time these parts must be repaired or replaced to maintain the efciency of your blower. This section is written in a way that will allow you to completely disassemble your blower.

DRIVE GEAR

DRIVEN GEAR

DRIVE GEAR

DRIVEN GEAR

Figure 8 - Timing Marks Matched

Figure 9 - Timing Marks Advanced 3 Teeth (Reference Marks Aligned)

The inspection of certain repairable or replaceable parts is referred to at the point of disassembly where these parts are exposed. If at any point of inspection, repair or replacement is deemed necessary, appropriate instruction will be given to achieve these repairs or replacements.

NOTE
Items in brackets [ ] reference item numbers on pages 37 and 38.

1. Remove the oil drain plugs [18] in the bottom of the end covers [Items 5 & 10] and drain the oil. 2. Take out eight cap screws [16] and remove the gear cover. It may be necessary to tap the sides with a mallet or wooden block to break the seal joint.

NOTE
Gears are not exposed for visual inspection.

Inspect the gears for the following: Broken Teeth Chipped Teeth Uneven Wear Excessive Wear Any Other Abnormalities

DANGER
Before performing any repair or replacement, disconnect and lock out power.

3. Position blower with the drive gear on the left when facing the gears. Remove socket head screws and washers. [items 29 & 26]. 4. Align timing marks and count three (3) teeth up and place reference marks on the gears. (Refer to Figure 8) 5. Align reference marks and use puller to pull the driven gear. (Refer to Figure 9) 6. Use puller to remove drive gear. A bar puller (Refer to Figure 11) or jack screws can be used. 7. Remove shim and spacer. [Items 28 & 30], and note from which shaft the shim is removed. 8. Turn blower around and remove eight (8) cap screws securing the drive end cover [10]. 26

9. Remove cover. 10. Loosen the set screws on the oil slingers [Items 45 & 46] and remove the oil slingers from the rotor shafts. (Refer to Figure 12) 11. Remove ten (10) cap screws [15] that secure drive end plate [3] to housing Figure 10 - Pulling Driven Gear [1]. with Jaw Puller 12. Use a jaw puller to remove drive end plate. (Refer to Figure 14) 13. Press rotors out of end plate in press if available. If press is not available, support end plate and rotors in the housing. Block up housing and use a Figure 11 - Pulling Drive Gear soft mallet to drive with Bar Puller the rotors out. (Refer to Figure 15) 14. A jaw type puller can also be used. (Refer to Figure 13) 15. Using a tube or round bar of a slightly smaller diameter than the shaft clearance holes in the end plates, tap the bearings out of the Figure 12 - Pulling Drive End Plate end plates. Bearing retainers [22] must be removed before knocking out the bearings. (Refer to Figure 16) 16. Remove seals from both end plates with a punch or dull chisel. The seals will be damaged during removal and must be replaced.Inspect all parts for wear and or Figure 13 - Driving Rotors damage. Out Using Jaw Puller 17. Clean and inspect all parts for burrs and polish seal journals with at least 320 grit emery or crocus cloth.

Figure 14 - Pulling Drive End Plate

Figure 15 - Driving Rotors Out Using Soft Mallet

Figure 16 - Tapping Bearings Out of End Plates

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8.2 REASSEMBLY OF BLOWER

After thorough cleaning of the seal and bearing bores of both end plates apply a thin coat of sealant on the outside diameter of the new seals and press them into the end plate using a tool that will bear on the outer edge of the seal. Spring side of the seal should be facing you. Apply a thin coat of grease to the seal lip. See page 34 for drawings and dimensions of seal and bearing pressing tools. Using the drive end plate as a xture, support it high enough so the input shaft of the drive rotor clears the assembly surface. (Refer to Figure 17). Place rotors in xture with the drive rotor to the left. (See Figures 17 and 20)
Figure 17 - Rotors Assembled on Drive End Plate (Model 4000 with tri-lobe rotors shown)

2-LOBE UNITS
ALL MODELS

DRIVE

DRIVEN

3-LOBE UNITS
4000 MODELS

DRIVEN

DRIVE

8.2.1 MECHANICAL SEAL INSTALLATION

1. Clean and deburr seal bore in endplate. Clean the face of the carbon and mating ring with alcohol etc. Apply a thin layer of silicon to the bottom face of the seal. 2. Place end plate [Item 4] on rotors. 3. Apply a thin coat of lubricant on the rotor shafts and the inner race of the bearings. Tap the bearings [13] into place using a tube with a anged end that will contact both the inner and outer bearing races. (Refer to Figure 18).
Figure 18 - Tapping Bearings into End Plates
3000 AND 5000 MODELS

DRIVEN

DRIVE

Figure 19 - Checking Gear End Clearances

Figure 20 - Checking Gear End Clearances

WARNING
Keep hands and loose clothing away from lobes and gears.

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4. Install bearing retainers [Items 22 & 25] to both bearings. 5. Check clearances between the end of the rotors and the face of the end plate. Refer to assembly clearances chart on page 32 for proper clearances for your model blower, and refer to the Adjusting Rotor Interlobe Clearance section on page 29 for procedures for checking and adjusting clearances. 6. If clearances check OK, put a spacer [28] and a shim [30] on each shaft. Timing shims that were removed should be put back on the shaft from which they were removed. 7. Lubricate shafts and bores on gears. Begin by pressing on the DRIVE gear. This will be pressed on the drive rotor, which is to the left. 8. Start the driver gear on the shaft and align the reference timing marks and press gear on. Lock gears in place with socket head screw [29] and washer [26]. Turn assembly over and rest the unit on the socket head screws and washers on the gear end. 9. Set dowel pins [9] in housing and position housing over the rotors and fasten with cap screws [15]. Check housing to rotor clearance. (Refer to Figure 21) A depth mic can be used. 10. Set on drive end plate [3] and fasten with cap screws [15].

NOTE
There are four cap screws [17] which are used to attach the feet.

Lubricate shafts and bearings. Install the ball bearing [12] on the driven rotor and the roller bearing [11] on the input shaft. 11. Apply a bead of a good quality RTV silicone sealant to the inner surface of the drive end cover [10] that mates to the drive end plate [3]. Install drive end cover and drive shaft seal [23]. 12. Install any removed plugs [18], sight glasses [21] and replace breather [27] if required.

8.2.2 LUBRICATION, FINAL ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING

13. Apply a bead of a good quality RTV silicone sealant to the inner surface of the gear end cover [5] that mates to the gear end plate [4]. Install the gear end cover with cap screws [16] and tighten evenly. 14. Fill both end covers with oil. Refer to the Lubrication section of this manual (page 12) for lling procedure, and page 34 for recommended lubricants. 2 LOBE LONG FEELER GAUGE 15. To insure blower has not been distorted RECORD A-A during mounting in the installation, turn READING HERE the lobes by hand to make sure they are RECORD B-B READING HERE not making contact prior to connecting to the driver.
B B A A B B A B A A B B A A B

8.2.3 ADJUSTING ROTOR INTERLOBE CLEARANCE

16. Using feeler gauges take interlobe readings and record on each side of housing as indicated in Figure 21. By removing or adding shim behind the helical gear, it rotates as it is moved in or out and the driven rotor turns with it, thus changing the clearance between rotor lobes. 17. Changing the shim thickness .006 (.15 mm) will change the rotor lobe clearance .003 (.08 mm) or one-half the amount. 18. EXAMPLE: Referring to Figure 21, check the clearance at AA (right hand reading) and BB (left hand reading). If

3 LOBE
RECORD A-A READING HERE LONG FEELER GAUGE RECORD B-B READING HERE

B A B DRIVE A A B A B

A A B DRIVEN

B A

DRIVEN A B

A B

DRIVE A

B A B

Figure 21 - Checking Rotor Interlobe Clearance

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AA reading is .009 (.23 mm) and BB reading .003 (.08 mm) by removing .006 (.15 mm) shims. the readings will change one half the amount removed or .003 (.08 mm). AA should then read .006 (.15 mm) and BB should read .006 (.15 mm). The nal reading should be within .002 (.05 mm) of each other. 19. To determine the amount of shim to add or remove, subtract the small gure from the larger. If the right side is higher than the left side, remove shim. If the right side is reading lower, add shim.

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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
Although Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems blowers are well designed and manufactured, problems may occur due to normal wear and the need for readjustment. The chart below lists symptoms that may occur along with probable causes and remedies.
SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE Gear housing not tightened properly. Lip seal failure. Loss of oil Insufficient sealant. Loose drain plug. Improper lubrication. Excessive bearing or gear wear Excessive belt tension. Coupling misalignment. Slipping belts. Lack of volume Worn lobe clearances. Speed too low. Obstruction in piping. Unit out of time. Distortion due to improper mounting or pipe strains. Excessive pressure differential. Worn gears. Too much or too little oil in gear reservoir. Too low operating speed. Excessive blower temperature Clogged filter or silencer. Excessive pressure differential. Elevated inlet temperature. Worn lobe clearances. Insufficient assembled clearances. Case or frame distortion. Rotor end or Excessive operating tip drag pressure. Excessive operating temperature. Belt or coupling misalignment. Lobes rubbing. Worn bearings or gears. Vibration Unbalanced or rubbing lobes. Driver or blower loose. Piping resonance. Remove gear housing and replace sealant. See the Disassembly section. Tighten drain plug. Correct oil level. Replace dirty oil. See the Lubrication section. Check belt manufacturers specifications for tension and adjust accordingly. Check carefully, realign if necessary. Check belt manufacturers specifications for tension and adjust accordingly. Check for proper clearances. See the Assembly Clearances section. Increase blower speed within limits. Check system to assure an open flow path. Re-time. Check mounting alignment and relieve pipe strains. Reduce to manufacturers recommended pressure. Examine relief valve and reset if necessary. Replace timing gears. See the Disassembly section. Check oil level. See the Lubrication section. Increase blower speed within limits. Remove cause of obstruction. Reduce pressure differential across the blower. Reduce inlet temperature. Check for proper clearances. See the Assembly Clearances section. Correct clearances. See the Assembly Clearances section. Check mounting and pipe strain. Reduce pressure differential. Reduce pressure differential or reduce inlet temperature. Check carefully, realign if necessary. Check cylinder for hot spots, then check for lobe contact at these points. Correct clearances. See the Assembly Clearances section. Check condition of gears and bearings; replace if necessary. Possible buildup on casing or lobes, or inside lobes. Remove buildup and restore clearances. Check mounting and tighten if necessary. Check pipe supports, check resonance of nearby equipment, check foundation. Tighten gear housing bolts. Disassemble and replace lip seal. REMEDIES

Knocking

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10. ASSEMBLY CLEARANCES

Values are shown in inches and millimeters.
LOBES TO END PLATES
MODEL
2002 2004 3002 3003 3006 4002 4005 4007 5003 5006 5009 6005 6008 6015 7006 7011 7018

LOBE TO CASING
INTERLOBE
.005 - .009 .13 - .23 .005 - .009 .13 - .23 .006 - .012 .15 - .30 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .012 - .016 .30 - .41 .012 - .016 .30 - .41 .012 - .016 .30 - .41 .014 - .018 .36 - .46 .014 - .018 .36 - .46 .014 - .018 .36 - .46 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .012 - .016 .30 - .41 .012 - .016 .30 - .41 .012 - .016 .30 - .41

DRIVE END
.004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .005 - .008 .13 - .20 .006 - .010 .15 - .25 .004 - .009 .10 - .23 .005 - .010 .12 - .25 .005 - .010 .12 - .25 .004 - .009 .10 - .23 .005 - .010 .13 - .25 .005 - .010 .13 - .25 .008 - .013 .20 - .33 .008 - .013 .20 - .33 .009 - .014 .23 - .36 .008 - .012 .20 - .30 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .010 - .014 .25 - .36

GEAR END
.003 - .005 .08 - .13 .003 - .005 .08 - .13 .003 - .005 .08 - .13 .003 - .005 .08 - .13 .003 - .005 .08 - .13 .004 - .006 .10 - .15 .004 - .006 .10 - .15 .004 - .006 .10 - .15 .004 - .006 .10 - .15 .004 - .006 .10 - .15 .004 - .006 .10 - .15 .005 - .007 .12 - .18 .005 - .007 .12 - .18 .005 - .007 .13 - .18 .005 - .007 .13 - .18 .005 - .007 .13 - .18 .005 - .007 .13 - .18

TOTAL
.008 - .011 .20 - .28 .008 - .011 .20 - .28 .008 - .012 .20 - .30 .009 - .012 .23 - .30 .010 - .013 .25- .33 .009 - .013 .23 - .33 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .009 - .013 .29 - .33 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .010 - .014 .25 - .36 .015 - .019 .38 - .48 .015 - .019 .38 - .48 .016 - .020 .40 - .50 .015 - .018 .38 - .46 .017 - .020 .43 - .51 .017 - .020 .43 - .51

TIP-DOWEL
.002 - .004 .05 - .10 .002 - .004 .05 - .10 .002 - .005 .05 - .13 .002 - .005 .05 - .13 .002 - .005 .05 - .13 .003 - .006 .08 - .15 .003 - .006 .08 - .15 .003 - .006 .08 - .15 .003 - .006 .08 - .15 .003 - .006 .08 - .15 .003 - .006 .08 - .15 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18

TIP-PORT
.003 - .006 .08 - .15 .003 - .006 .08 - .15 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .004 - .007 .10 - .18 .005 - .008 .13 - .20 .005 - .008 .13 - .20 .005 - .008 .13 - .20 .005 - .008 .13 - .20 .005 - .008 .13 - .20 .005 - .008 .13 - .20 .006 - .009 .15 - .23 .006 - .009 .15 - .23 .006 - .009 .15 - .23 .006 - .009 .15 - .23 .006 - .009 .15 - .23 .006 - .009 .15 - .23

11. TORQUE CHART

Data shown represents wet torque values, in foot-pounds (ft.-lbs) and Newton-meters (N-m).
PART DESCRIPTION CAP SCREW 10-32UNF CAP SCREW 1/4-20UNC GR5 CAP SCREW 5/16-18UNC GR5 CAP SCREW 3/8-16UNC GR5 CAP SCREW 1/213UNC GR5 CAP SCREW 5/814UNC GR5 CAP SCREW 3/4-10UNC GR5 TORQUE 4 5 8 10 15 20 33 45 78 106 123 167 260 350

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12. RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS

RECOMMENDED MINERAL BASED LUBRICANTS
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 0 to 32 F (-18 to 0 C) 32 to 90 F (0 to 32 C) 90 to 120 F* (32 to 50 C) SHELL TELLUS S2 M 68 (ISO 68) TELLUS S2 M 100 (ISO 100)

CITGO A/W 68 (ISO 68) A/W 100 (ISO 100) A/W 150 (ISO 150)

CHEVRON RANDO HD 68 (ISO 68) RANDO HD 100 (ISO 100) RANDO HD 150 (ISO 150)

EXXONMOBIL DTE HEAVY MEDIUM (ISO 68) DTE HEAVY (ISO 100) DTE EXTRA HEAVY (ISO 150)

RECOMMENDED SYNTHETIC BASED LUBRICANTS**

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 0 to 32 F (-18 to 0 C) 32 to 90 F (0 to 32 C) 90 to 120 F* (32 to 50 C) TUTHILL EXXONMOBIL SHC 626 (ISO 68) SHC 627 (ISO 100) SHC 629 (ISO 150) SHELL MORLINA S4 B 68 (ISO 68) MORLINA S4 B 100 (ISO 100) MORLINA S4 B 150 (ISO 150)

PneuLube (ISO 100)

RECOMMENDED MINERAL BASED, FOOD GRADE LUBRICANTS

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 0 to 32 F (-18 to 0 C) 32 to 90 F (0 to 32 C) 90 to 120 F* (32 to 50 C) Lubricant meeting U.S. FDA regulation 21 CFR 178.3570 governing petroleum products which may have incidental contact with food, and USDA H1 requirements CITGO CLARION A/W 68 (ISO 68) CITGO CLARION A/W 100 (ISO 100) CONSULT FACTORY Lubricant meeting U.S. FDA regulations 21 CFR 172.878 and 178.3620(a) for direct and indirect food contact CITGO CLARION 350 FOOD GRADE (ISO 68) CONSULT FACTORY CONSULT FACTORY

RECOMMENDED SYNTHETIC BASED, FOOD GRADE LUBRICANTS

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 0 to 32 F (-18 to 0 C) 32 to 90 F (0 to 32 C) 90 to 120 F* (32 to 50 C) Lubricant meeting U.S. FDA regulation 21 CFR 178.3570 governing petroleum products which may have incidental contact with food, and USDA H1 requirements Lubricant meeting U.S. FDA regulations 21 CFR 172.878 and 178.3620(a) for direct and indirect food contact

PneuLube FG (ISO 100)

CONSULT FACTORY

RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS FOR M-D VACUUM BOOSTERS (90/91, 92/93, 96, 31/33 AND 35/37 SERIES)
REQUIREMENTS Suitable for high vacuum service 100 cSt @ 40 C Vapor pressure of 1 micron or less @ 70 F (21 C) Straight mineral (no additives) or PAO synthetic oil

RECOMMENDED GREASE FOR COMPETITOR PLUS BLOWERS:

TUTHILL Tuthill PneuLube NLGI #2 premium grade, petroleum base lithium grease. * CITGO For food grade requirements: Use Citgo Clarion Food Grade HTEP grease, NLGI No. 2 grade. It meets all requirements of FDA Regulation 21 CFR 178.3570 (the former USDA H-1 approval requirements) for lubricants having incidental contact with food.

For higher ambient temperatures, please consult the factory.

** Blowers used in oxygen-enriched service should use only Castrol Brayco 1726 Plus non-ammable, PFPE synthetic lubricant. Blowers used in hydrogen service should use only PneuLube synthetic oil. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems cannot accept responsibility for damage to seals, O-rings and gaskets caused by use of synthetic lubricants not recommended by Tuthill Vacuum and Blower Systems.

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13. SPECIAL TOOL DRAWINGS

BEARING PRESSING TOOL (FOR ALL SERIES)
A B C .06 1.524

SEAL PRESSING TOOL (FOR 21 & 22 SERIES)

.75 19.05 A B C .12 1.524

F G

R .06 1.524 MIN F

R .12 1.524 MIN

D E D E

A 1.560 39.624 2.035 51.689 2.425 61.595 2.820 71.628 3.135 79.629 3.525 89.535

B 1.27 32.258 1.70 43.18 2.02 51.308 2.42 61.468 2.73 69.342 2.98 75.692

C .98 24.892 1.335 33.909 1.61 40.894 1.81 45.974 2.00 50.8 2.46 62.484

D .70 17.78 1.015 25.781 1.21 30.734 1.41 35.814 1.605 40.767 1.605 40.767

A
.001 MODEL 0.0254

B
.005 0.127

C
.005 0.127

D
.005 0.127

E
.005 0.127

F
.005 0.127

.001 .005 .005 .005 .005 .005 .005 MODEL 0.0254 0.127 0.127 0.127 0.127 0.127 0.127

2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000

1.10 3.50 3.00 27.94 88.9 76.2 1.415 3.75 3.00 35.941 95.25 76.2 1.61 4.50 3.75 40.894 114.3 95.25 1.81 5.00 4.25 45.974 127 107.95 2.00 6.25 5.50 50.8 158.75 139.7 2.00 6.25 5.50 50.8 158.75 139.7

2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000

1.560 39.624 2.035 51.689 2.425 61.595 2.820 71.628 3.135 79.629 3.525 89.535

1.24 31.496 1.74 44.196 1.865 47.371 2.427 61.645 2.74 69.596 2.99 75.946

1.04 26.416 1.54 39.116 1.665 42.291 2.227 56.565 2.54 64.516 2.79 70.866

.70 17.78 1.015 25.781 1.21 30.734 1.41 35.814 1.605 40.767 1.605 40.767

1.10 27.94 1.415 35.941 1.61 40.894 1.81 45.974 2.00 50.8 2.00 50.8

4.00 101.6 4.37 110.99 5.25 133.35 5.68 144.272 7.00 177.8 7.00 177.8

SEAL INSTALLATION TOOLS (FOR 23 SERIES)

K B S T

A C

G H

U V

D F J N P

MODEL 3000 4000 5000

A 1.250 31.75 1.397 35.484 1.722 43.739

B 2.819 71.603 2.927 74.346 3.0695 77.965

C 0.750 19.05 0.750 19.05 0.750 19.05

D 2.750 69.85 2.802 71.171 2.8495 72.377

E 1.248 31.699 1.417 35.992 1.735 44.069

F 0.125 3.175 0.125 3.175 0.220 5.588

G 2.044 51.918 2.438 61.925 2.832 71.933

H 1.749 44.425 1.871 47.523 2.434 61.824

J 0.100 2.54 0.127 3.226 0.1745 4.432

K 2.600 66.04 2.627 66.726 2.6745 67.932

MODEL 3000 4000 5000

L 2.183 55.448 2.578 65.481 2.832 71.933

M 1.253 31.826 1.420 36.068 1.738 44.145

N 2.000 50.8 2.000 50.8 2.000 50.8

P 0.500 12.7 0.500 12.7 0.500 12.7

Q 1.749 44.425 1.840 46.736 2.230 56.642

R 0.500 12.7 0.500 12.7 0.500 12.7

S 4.275 108.585 5.250 133.35 5.500 139.7

T 3.775 95.885 4.750 120.65 5.000 127

U 0.987 25.070 1.186 30.124 1.383 35.128

V 1.600 40.64 1.700 43.18 2.090 53.086

NOTE: All dimensions are shown in Inches and millimeters.

MATERIAL: MILD STEEL

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PARTS LIST FOR MODEL COMPETITOR 21 (PLUS) SERIES

ITEM NO. 1 HOUSING 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 30 31 42 45 47 MOUNTING FOOT MOUNTING FOOT DRIVE END PLATE GEAR END PLATE GEAR COVER DRIVE ROTOR DRIVEN ROTOR GEAR SET DOWEL PIN COVER GREASE BEARING BEARING BEARING SCREW, HEX HEAD SCREW, HEX HEAD SCREW, HEX HEAD PIPE PLUG MAGNETIC PLUG RELIEF FITTING GREASE FITTING BEARING RETAINER LIP SEAL LIP SEAL SCREW, HEX HEAD WASHER BREATHER SPACER CAP SCREW SHIM SHIM SHIM KEY GEAR NAMEPLATE LIFTING LUG VENT HOLE INSERT PART DESCRIPTION QTY 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 2 26 8 8 6 3 2 2 2 1 4 12 2 1 2 2 6 6 4 2 1 2 8

NOTES: QUANTITIES SHOWN ARE MAXIMUM VALUES; QUANTITIES MAY VARY BETWEEN BLOWER PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE, AS FOLLOWS: P/N 2200638B P/N 3300638C P/N 4500638B P/N 5600638B P/N 6800638B P/N 7600638B P/N 3300638D P/N 4500638C P/N 5600638C 3000-21 2 LOBE (WITH 3/4 DRIVE SHAFT) 3000-21 2 LOBE (WITH 7/8 DRIVE SHAFT) 4000-21 2 LOBE 5000-21 2 LOBE 6000-21 2 LOBE 7000-21 2 LOBE 3000-21 3 LOBE 4000-21 3 LOBE 5000-21 3 LOBE

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PARTS LIST FOR MODEL COMPETITOR 22 (SL) SERIES

ITEM NO. 1 HOUSING 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 18 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 30 31 42 44 45 46 47 48 49 MOUNTING FOOT MOUNTING FOOT DRIVE END PLATE GEAR END PLATE COVER BE DRIVE ROTOR DRIVEN ROTOR GEAR SET DOWEL PIN COVER DE BEARING BEARING BEARING BALL SCREW, HEX HEAD SCREW, HEX HEAD SCREW, HEX HEAD PIPE PLUG MAGNETIC PLUG OIL SIGHT GLASS BEARING RETAINER LIP SEAL LIP SEAL SCREW, HEX HEAD WASHER BREATHER SPACER CAP SCREW SHIM SHIM SHIM KEY GEAR NAMEPLATE ROLL PIN LIFTING LUG SLINGER VENT HOLE INSERT ROLL PIN VENT HOLE INSERT PART DESCRIPTION QTY 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 2 26 16 8 10 2 2 2 1 4 12 3 2 2 3 6 6 4 2 1 2 2 2 4 2 8

NOTES: QUANTITIES SHOWN ARE MAXIMUM VALUES; QUANTITIES MAY VARY BETWEEN BLOWER PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE, AS FOLLOWS: 3300638G 4500638E 5600638E 3300638E 4500638D 5600638D 3000-22 2 LOBE 4000-22 2 LOBE 5000-22 2 LOBE 3000-22 3 LOBE 4000-22 3 LOBE 5000-22 3 LOBE

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PARTS LIST FOR MODEL COMPETITOR 23 (GT) SERIES

ITEM NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 18 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 30 31 42 44 45 46 47 48 50 60 HOUSING MOUNTING FOOT DRIVE END PLATE GEAR END PLATE COVER BE DRIVE ROTOR DRIVEN ROTOR GEAR SET DOWEL PIN COVER DE BEARING BEARING BEARING BALL SCREW, HEX HEAD SCREW, HEX HEAD SCREW, HEX HEAD PIPE PLUG MAGNETIC PLUG OIL SIGHT GLASS BEARING RETAINER LIP SEAL SCREW, HEX HEAD WASHER BREATHER SPACER CAP SCREW SHIM SHIM SHIM KEY GEAR NAMEPLATE ROLL PIN SLINGER, OIL SLINGER SCREW, SET ROLL PIN SEAL, MECHANICAL GE SEAL, MECHANICAL DE PART DESCRIPTION QTY 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 2 16 16 4 2 2 2 2 1 4 3 2 2 3 6 2 2 2 1 2 1 1 2 2 2 2

NOTES: QUANTITIES SHOWN ARE MAXIMUM VALUES; QUANTITIES MAY VARY BETWEEN BLOWER PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE, AS FOLLOWS: 3300638F 4500638F 5600638F 3000-23 4000-23 5000-23

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CUTAWAY DRAWING FOR 21 (PLUS) SERIES

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15

3 24 15 9 1

15 4

27

16

22 25 13 26

19 10 7

5 8

11 20 6

30 31 29 28

23 18 17

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CUTAWAY DRAWING FOR 22 (SL) AND 23 (GT) SERIES

27 10 16 45 26 29 48 11 23

15

12

3 24 15

9 1

6 7

15 4 27 16 22 25 13 26 5 8 30 31 29

47 46 18 16 44 50

28 21
(BOTH ENDS)

17

17

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NOTES:

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DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION

Herewith we declare that the items detailed below are in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Information on the items detailed are compiled per the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex VII, part A and are the responsibility of the person listed below. The items detailed below must not be put into service until the machinery into which it is to be incorporated has been declared in conformity with the provisions of the relevant directive(s). Other directives and standards that apply to this Declaration of Incorporation: EN 1012-1:1996 - Compressors and vacuum pumps - Safety requirements Part 1: Compressors The scope of the Declaration of Incorporation is for bare shaft Rotary Positive Displacement Competitor Blowers MODELS 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000, AND 7000 21 SERIES GREASE LUBRICATION / AIR SERVICE (PLUS) 22 SERIES SPLASH LUBRICATION / AIR SERVICE (SL) 23 SERIES SPLASH LUBRICATION / GAS SERVICE (GT) The person authorized to compile the technical file is Xavier Lambert, Tuthill Corporation, Parc Industriel Wavre Nord-Avenue Vesale 30, B-1300 Wavre Belgium.

Ron Rinke Director of Blower Engineering

Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems 4840 West Kearney Street P.O. Box 2877 Springeld, MO USA 65801-0877

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WARRANTY BLOWER PRODUCTS

Subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth and set forth in General Terms of Sale, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems (the Seller) warrants products and parts of its manufacture, when shipped, and its work (including installation and start-up) when performed, will be of good quality and will be free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty applies only to Sellers equipment, under use and service in accordance with sellers written instructions, recommendations and ratings for installation, operating, maintenance and service of products, for a period as stated in the table below. Because of varying conditions of installation and operation, all guarantees of performance are subject to plus or minus 5% variation. (Non-standard materials are subject to a plus or minus 10% variation)
TYPE OF APPLICATION PRODUCT TYPE New (Qx models only) New (all other models) Repair ATMOSPHERIC AIR OR PROCESS AIR WITHOUT LIQUIDS PRESENT PROCESS GASES OTHER THAN AIR, OR ANY LIQUID INJECTED APPLICATION

30 months from date of shipment, or 24 months after Consult Factory initial startup date, whichever occurs first. 24 months from date of shipment, or 18 months after 18 months from date of shipment, or 12 months after initial startup date, whichever occurs first initial startup date, whichever occurs first 12 months from date of shipment, or remaining warranty 12 months from date of shipment, or remaining period, whichever is greater warranty period, whichever is greater

THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO BUYER AND/OR ORIGINAL END USER, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY A PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE LAW OF ANY JURISDICTION AS A THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARY OF THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY HELD TO SURVIVE SELLERS DISCLAIMER. All accessories furnished by Seller but manufactured by others bear only that manufacturers standard warranty. All claims for defective products, parts, or work under this warranty must be made in writing immediately upon discovery and, in any event within one (1) year from date of shipment of the applicable item and all claims for defective work must be made in writing immediately upon discovery and in any event within one (1) year from date of completion thereof by Seller. Unless done with prior written consent of Seller, any repairs, alterations or disassembly of Sellers equipment shall void warranty. Installation and transportation costs are not included and defective items must be held for Sellers inspection and returned to Sellers Ex-works point upon request. THERE ARE 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 Buyers submission of a claim as provided above and its approval, Seller shall at its option either repair or replace its product, part, or work at the original Ex-works point of shipment, or refund an equitable portion of the purchase price. The products and parts sold hereunder are not warranted for operation with erosive or corrosive material or those which may lead to build up of material within the product supplied, nor those which are incompatible with the materials of construction. The Buyer shall have no claim whatsoever and no product or part shall be deemed to be defective by reason of failure to resist erosive or corrosive action nor for problems resulting from build-up of material within the unit nor for problems due to incompatibility with the materials of construction. Any improper use, operation beyond capacity, substitution of parts not approved by Seller, or any alteration or repair by others in such manner as in Sellers judgment affects the product materially and adversely shall void this warranty. No employee or representative of Seller other than an Officer of the Company is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty. Any such change by an Officer of the Company must be in writing. The foregoing is Sellers only obligation and Buyers only remedy for breach of warranty, and except for gross negligence, willful misconduct and remedies permitted under the General Terms of Sale in the sections on CONTRACT PERFORMANCE, INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE and the PATENTS Clause hereof, the foregoing is BUYERS ONLY REMEDY HEREUNDER BY WAY OF BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, WITHOUT REGARD TO WHETHER ANY DEFECT WAS DISCOVERED OR LATENT AT THE TIME OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT OR WORK. In no event shall Buyer be entitled to incidental or consequential damages. Any action for breach of this agreement must commence within one (1) year after the cause of action has occurred. May 2008

OPERATING DATA FORM / PRODUCT REGISTRATION

It is to the users advantage to have the requested data filled in below and available in the event a problem should develop in the blower or the system. This information is also helpful when ordering spare parts.

Model No. Serial No. Startup Date Pump RPM Pump Sheave Diameter Motor Sheave Diameter Motor RPM HP

V-Belt Size Type of Lubrication

Length

Operating Vacuum Any other Special Accessories Supplied or in use:

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 out and return the product registration card below, or you can visit our product registration web page at:

http://vacuum.tuthill.com/product_registration

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 out and return this product registration card. Company Location
City State/Province ZIP/Postal Code Country

Telephone E-mail Model Serial Number Date of Purchase Date of Startup

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