Ace 73-100 User Manual

ACE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS

PORTABLE AIR CLEANER

MODEL 73-200

INSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL

CAUTION: This device is powered by rotating electrical machineryM Careless or improper use nnay result in

personal injury Read the Safety Precautions and Warnings contained within prior to operating this machine

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

SAFETY WARNINGS & CAUTIONS

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH IN EXTREME
CASES. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: (EXPLOSION HAZARD)

This unit contains universal motors, which spark
during normal operation Do not use in areas
contaminated by volatile or flammable materials as
these sparks may ignite the contaminates and cause
a dangerous explosion

WARNING: (HARMFUL FUMES)

The filters used in this unit will remove solid

particulate ONLY, and do not eliminate fumes and
gases that may be a health hazard. Failure to
observe the presence of such fumes could cause
serious illness or death

CAUTION: (SHOCK HAZARD)

To insure continued protection against shock

hazard, connect AC cord only to properly grounded

outlets. Replace defective cords immediately. Do

not expose to moisture or liquid as this could defeat

the electrical insulation thus causing electrical

shock.

CAUTION; (AIRFLOW BLOCKAGE)

Since exhaust air leaves the bottom of this unit
caution should be observed not to set unit down in
such a way as to block the exhaust.

MISCELLANEOUS CAUTIONS:

1. Use of any attachment not recommended or
sold by the air cleaner manufacturer may result
in risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons

2 To reduce the nsk of damage to the electric plug

or cord, disconnect by pulling plug rather than
cord when removing power from the air cleaner

3. Make sure cord and hose are located so they
will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.

4. An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary Use of improper
extension cord could result in risk of fire and
electric shock If extension cord must be used,
use only a grounded cord and follow these
recommendations

25 ft -#14 AWG.

50 ft -#12 AWG.

100 ft - #10 AWG

CAUTION; (STRONG VACUUM)

Care must be taken to avoid persona! injury by not
allowing hose inlet to contact any body area such as
eyes, ears, mouth, etc.

CAUTION: (LIFTING)

Although this unit weighs less than 40 lbs with
filters, improper lifting or handling of this unit could
cause back injury. Follow the recommended
method for lifting. .

5. Do not disassemble the air cleaner Take it to a
qualified serviceman when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result tn risk

of electric shock or fire.

6. To reduce the risk of electric shock or bodily
injury, unplug the air cleaner from outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning
Turning off the power switch will not eliminate
this risk.

THEORY OF OPERATION

This unit is a lightweight, portable air cleaner employing
two thermally protected, high performance, flow through
vacuum motors producing very high velocity airflow
through the unit By utilizing a large {2 Vi") inlet plus a
variety of collecting nozzles and fittings, fine solid
particulate material and smoke may be removed from the
air by the filler media

An initial spark trap collects large particles before they

reach the fiter An easy to empty tray is attached to the
front cover to enable the removal of the large particles
collected by the spark trap without removing the filter.
This trap further isolates the filter from sparks in the case
of a welding operation

Upon leaving the trap, the air is passed through a one-inch
(r‘) thick, 20 to 35% efficient pre-filter. This pre-filter is
designed to catch the larger particles leaving the trap.
This relatively inexpensive pre-filter prevents the more
expensive mam filter from becoming quickly clogged The
pre-filter should be changed several times before the main

filter needs to be changed. ■
All factory-furnished filters have a U.L. class tl rating

and using any filters other than those specified for
this unit is not recommended.

Use of any product other than that recommended by the
manufacturer will void the warranty

The main (or final) filter may be selected from three (3)
grades available, depending upon the level of

performance desired All of these are high efficiency
multi-flow filters which feature extended surface area for
long life in high velocity filtration systems.

Selection of the filter best suited for the job should be
discussed with a dealer or a factory representative

of the front cover will allow inspection of the inside of the
unit

After unpacking the machine, check to see that the
following parts and accessories are present:

1) - 10’ Flexible Hose

1) - Coupling

1) - Flexible Metal Hose/Magnetic Base Component Parts

(See Figure #2 For Individual Parts Included)

1) - Slot Nozzle

1) - Pre-filter

INSTALLATION {See Figure #1)
1 Unpack a main filter and note the main filter has a

1/8" thick black rubber gasket on the outlet end.

Please also note that the filter has an airflow direction
arrow placed on one of the edges Insert the filter,
gasket first, into the machine with the arrow pointing
toward the rear of the unit, away from the inlet end.

Make sure that the filter media folds run vertically If
they do not, remove the filter and rotate it 90'

2. Place the pre-filter directly against the main filter with
the wire supported side toward the main filter and the
media folds again running vertically.

3 Replace the front cover/spark trap assembly and

re-latch the cover using the rubber latches.

4. Connect the unit to the power source and test the
operation of the unit by turning it ON with the On/Off
switch Should the motors not start, or should the
machine make unusual noises, immediately turn the
machine off and seek trained maintenance personnel.
Once the test is complete, turn the unit back OFF.

5. Attach the hose to the inlet

6. Assemble the flexible metal hose and nozzle per
Figure #2

7 Connect the hose/nozzle combination assembled in

Step 6 above to the machine with the 10' flexible hose
and the supplied coupling

A "clogged" filter light, actuated by a differential pressure

switch is an integral part of the unit. When the filters
become clogged, the light will illuminate. At this point, the
filters should be changed. Depending upon the
application, the pre-filter should be changed several times
before the main filter must be changed Changing the pre
filters regularly will extend the useful life of the final filter
up to 50%.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIANS SHOULD
MAKE REPAIRS TO THIS UNIT.

DO NOT REPLACE THESE MOTORS WITH MOTORS
OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED BY THE
MANUFACTURER.

UNPACKING

Carefully inspect the unit for concealed damage that may

have occurred during shipping and handling If any
damage is found, immediately contact the Freight
Company. Make sure there are no dents in the housing,
as they might prevent the filter from sliding into the unit
smoothly. If there is no evidence of damage, remove the
end cover by releasing the two rubber latches. Removal

This completes the basic assembly of the unit Depending

upon the accessories ordered and the logistics of the work
place, the installation configuration may vary.