Read and understand all procedures and safety instructions before using the Mini-Blower/Pusher.
Observe all safety information on this page and note specific safety requirements as explained by
procedures in this manual. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury
or death.
ADVERTENCIA:
Favor de leer y comprender todas las instucciones de operación y seguridad antes de usar la máquina. Si
Ud. no comprende las instrucciones favor de consultarle a su jefe.
READ MANUAL
FIRST
Save this user’s guide for future reference.
COMMUNICATIONS WITH THE MANUFACTURER
For any information related to the machine (use, maintenance, spare parts) always state Model, Serial
Number, Manufacturing Year and Order. This data can be found in the machine identification table.
Manufacturer:
Condux International Inc.
145 Kingswood Drive
Mankato, MN 56002-0247
1-507-387-6576
Fax 1-507-387-1442
Internet: http://www.condux.com
E-mail: cndxinfo@condux.com
If you have questions on:
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SAFETY - OPERATIONS - APPLICATIONS
CALL 1-800-533-2077
CONDUX
Table of Contents
General Information .................................................4
A. Charts .................................................... 12
B. Duct Rod Pusher ...........................................14
C. Blower/Pusher Assembly ..................................... 16
D. Mini-Blower Assembly ....................................... 17
E. Clamp Adjustment Screw ..................................... 18
F. Mount Clamp Assembly ...................................... 19
G. Clamp Roller Assembly ......................................19
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1.
General Information
The operating instructions contain a full description of the Condux Mini-Blower/
Pusher, which has been designed for the purpose of feeding fiber optic cable through
round conduits of uniform cross section. The conduit must previously have been
installed underground or overhead to receive the fiber optic cable and must be of
sufficient length on exit to be received by the machine. The conduit must be made of
material with sufficient compression strength for it to be adequately sealed in the exit
of a machine.
The fiber optic cable is continuously pushed into the conduit by a roller drive powered
by a cordless, corded or pneumatic drill. The exit of the machine consists of an air
box that is made in two halves that clamp together. The air box contains special
removable seals on entry and exit, which clamp around either the end of the conduit
or the fiber optic cable to be fed into the conduit. The seals can be changed to
accommodate different conduit and fiber optic cable sizes. The conduit is clamped
between a pair of seals at the entrance to the air block.
A clamp located in front of the entrance to the air block holds the conduit
mechanically to prevent it from moving axially. The fiber optic cable enters through
two seals located in an aluminum nozzle that splits in half. The aluminum nozzle is
located in the entrance to the air box and is shaped to ensure an airtight seal around
the fiber optic cable. When the two halves of the air box are closed, air pressure is
admitted into the space between the seals on entry and exit.
The use of the Mini-Blower/Pusher for operations different from those discussed in
this manual are considered extremely dangerous and thus forbidden. The non-respect
for the prescribed restraints of the machine causes a situation of improper use and
relieves the manufacturer from any responsibility, civil or penal. The manufacturer’s
responsibility declines even when one of the following happens:
a. The consequences caused by tampering and/or modifications carried out without
the manufacturer’s written acceptance.
b. The use of imitative spare parts.
c. Bad maintenance.
d. Use with disconnected safety devices.
e. The connection to machine and/or parts not produced and not directly authorized
by the manufacturer in a written acceptance.
The Condux Mini-Blower/Pusher is a unique device for inserting fiber optic cable
directly into conduit. The unit is comprised of an air block and a roller drive that,
when combined with an air compressor and a drill drive force, will propel fiber optic
cable measuring from .23" to .50" (5.8 mm to 12.7 mm) into an unobstructed,
unoccupied, airtight conduit.
GENERAL MACHINE USE
a. Only qualified operators should use the machine. The operator should only be the
person who received qualified training from the product owning company or trained
by the manufacturer.
b. Machine must only be used for the work it was designed for.
c. Machine is not to be used with unauthorized personnel on the job site.
d. Should there be any doubt concerning use, functioning, maintenance or
anything else, please contact the factory or factory representative.
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OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
a. Operator must know the required safety directives to run the machine that are
pertinent to the country where it is being used.
b. Operator in charge of the machine and installation project must be appropriately
dressed, avoiding large clothes, hanging jewelry or whatever might become
entangled in the moving parts.
c. Operator must also wear the necessary protective equipment such as gloves,
boots, helmet, etc.
d. Operator must carefully follow all advisements contained in the instruction
manual or on the machine.
e. Operator must have work area kept clean of obstacles that might inhibit a safe
working area.
MAINTENANCE QUALIFICATION
a. All of the machine maintenance must be carried out with the machine on a level
surface and not attached to any form of power source: electrical, or pneumatic.
b. Authorized and trained personnel must do all maintenance operations. Trained
personnel are defined as people who have received qualified training from the
using company or from the manufacturer.
Technical Information
A. AIR COMPRESSOR REQUIREMENTS
Pneumatic Pressure: 40 PSI (12 BAR) MAXIMUM IN MICRODUCT
100 PSI in Traditional Duct
Required Flow Capacity: 185 SCFM (11 M3/MIN) MAXIMUM
Conduit Size: 10 MM – 1.50" OD
Air hose fittings need to be compatible with Dixon “Air King” universal couplings
C. PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS (DOES NOT INCLUDE TRIPOD OR JOB BOX)
• Height 12"
• Length 14"
• Width 8"
• Weight 17 lbs
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3.
Safe Operating Practices
Read and understand all procedures and safety instructions before using the Condux
Mini-Blower/Pusher. Observe all safety information on this page and note specific
safety requirements as explained by procedures called out in this manual. Failure to
follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury, property damage
or death.
A. WORK AREA SAFETY
1. Wear personal protective equipment: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and
leather work gloves.
2. The safe operation of this equipment requires that the operators be on stable
footing.
3. Stay clear of cables or lines under tension.
4. Stay clear of pressurized line and conduit.
5. Stay out of manhole while blower is in use.
6. Use the blower only for its intended purpose. Do not use the tractor drive
without the air block to push or pull cable.
7. Do not place cable reel too close to unit. Place the reel far enough away from the
unit to ensure proper control.
8. Do not tamper with relief valves or pressure reducing valves.
9. Place cable grip on end of conduit to catch cable carrier and cable.
10. Keep hands away from tractor drive while blower is in operation.
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B. PNEUMATIC DEVICES
The Condux Mini-Blower/Pusher is a pneumatic device, using pressurized air to
project cable at high velocities. Please observe the following precautions when
operating the blower:
1. Forced air creates flying debris. Always wear personal protective equipment.
Severe personal injury could result.
2. Ensure no personnel are in the destination access vault during the blowing
operation. Severe personal injury could result.
Unpacking the Blower
A. BLOWER COMPONENTS
Each Mini-Blower/Pusher Package contains the following items.
COMMON PARTS PACKAGE:
Part No Description
02290168 Hex key set metric and standard
08780126 Seal replacement kit
08780223 Venturi Plug
08780424 Capscrew set (m04-0.7 x 16)
NOTE: If any parts are missing: please contact your Condux representative or
call Condux International at 1-800-533-2077 (USA or CANADA), or
1-507-387-6576.
Set Up the Blower/Pusher
A. MOUNTING THE BLOWER/PUSHER TO TRIPOD (OPTIONAL)
NOTE: The Mini-Blower/Pusher can be operated without optional surveyor’s
style tripod. If using the unit without the tripod, move to step B.
1. Loosen and remove tripod mounting nut. (See figure 1)
2. Place Mini-Blower Drive assembly on tripod so that the mounting bolt extends
through the receiving in the base of the unit. Orient assembly as necessary.
3. Secure drive assembly to tripod by replacing and tightening the mounting nut.
(See figure 2)
5.
Figure 1. Mount Unit on Tripod
B. CONFIGURE THE BLOWER/PUSHER
1. Attach the blower assembly into the drive assembly. Match up the ridge on the
blower assembly with the corresponding groove on the mounting block portion of
the drive assembly.
Figure 2. Mount Pusher Base
on Tripod
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2. Once in place, secure the Blower Assembly to Drive Assembly using
(2) #10-24 x 1 1/2" Capscrews. (See figure 3)
3. Select and install the appropriate sized Duct Clamp and Duct Seal to the Blower
Assembly using (1) M04-0.7 x 16mm Capscrew for each. (See figure 4)
Figure 3. Mount Blower
Figure 4. Select & Install
Duct Packs
4. Select and install the appropriate sized Venturi to the Blower Assembly using (1)
M04-0.7 x 16mm Capscrew. (See figure 5)
5. Install the duct. (See figure 6)
Figure 5. Select and Install
Figure 6. Install Duct
Bottom Venturi
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6. Load cable through drive assembly. Select and install the appropriate size cable
seals for the specific project. (See figure 7)
7. Install top venturi. (See figure 8)
Figure 7. Select & Install Seals
Figure 8. Install Top Venturi
Blower/Pusher Operating
Instructions
A. FINAL CONNECTIONS
1. Secure the blower assembly by closing the hinged top and tightening the blower
clamp. (See figure 9)
2. Secure drive assembly by closing and locking the back clamp with locking clip.
(See figure 10)
6.
Figure 9. Tighten Blower Clamp
Figure 10. Install Back Clamp
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3. Adjust down pressure on cable by tightening the spring tensioned down pressure
adjustment to ensure positive contact with drive roller. (See figure 11)
4. Connect the air hose to the blower utilizing the universal claw type connector.
(See figure 12) Connect hose to air compressor follow specific manufacturer’s
instructions.
Figure 11. Adjust Pusher
Figure 12. Connect Air
Down Pressure
!WARNING: Forced air creates flying debris. Always wear personal protective
equipment. Severe personal injury could result.
!WARNING: Ensure no personnel are in the destination access vault during the
blowing operation. Severe personal injury could result.
B. OPERATIONS
1. Select the drive system and connect utilizing
the drive stem. (See figure 13)
Important: Make sure drive system is
oriented to turn the drive roller in the
proper direction.
Note: It is not recommended to run corded
or cordless drills in reverse for extend
periods of time.
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Figure 13. Select Drive
2. Open air control valve to engage air pressure. (See figure 14)
Important: Optimum air pressure not to exceed 40 PSI in microduct.
502288582GAUGE,PRESSURE 1 1/2IN DIA BACK MNT 0-200 PSI 1
602288665NUT,HEX LOCK M06-1.00 NYLOC1
702288694NUT,HEX LOCK M08-1.25 NYLOC1
802289293BOLT,SWING M10-1.50 X 100MM LG2
902289294SCREW,SHOULDER M10 DIA X 40MM LG1
1002289295SCREW,SHOULDER M08 DIA X 70MM LG1
1102289297CAPSCREW,COUNTERSUNK M06-1.00 X 12MM LG SS4
1202289382NUT,HEX LOCK M10-1.50 NYLOC THIN1
1308081316ADAPTER,LOWER INSERT - MB1
1408081317ADAPTER,UPPER INSERT - MB1
1508764001COUPLING,BODY - HAND HELD BLOWER2
1608764006HANDLE,SPEED-BALL - M10 THREADS1
1708780223PLUG,VENTURI AIR 1
1811274400VALVE,BALL 1/2IN1
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E.
APPENDIX
Clamp Adjustment Screw
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CLAMP ADJUSTMENT SCREW
ITEMPART NUMBERDESCRIPTIONQTY
102102001FLATWASHER, 1/4 TYPE A NARROW CZ1
202287600FLATWASHER, 1/4 NYLON2
302288555CAPSCREW, BUTTON HEAD 1/4-28 X 0.75LG SS4
408761033SCREW,CLAMP ADJUSTMENT - ASSEMBLY1
508761510MOUNT,CLAMP ROLLER 1
Mount Clamp Assembly
MOUNT CLAMP ASSY
ITEMPART NUMBER DESCRIPTIONQTY
F.
APPENDIX
102102001FLATWASHER, 1/4 TYPE A NARROW CZ1
202290268SCREW,SHOULDER 1/4 DIA X 3.25LG1
308081311ROLLER,CLAMP ASSEMBLY 1
408761510MOUNT,CLAMP ROLLER 1
Clamp Roller Assembly
G.
APPENDIX
CLAMP ROLLER ASSEMBLY (08081311)
ITEMPART NUMBERDESCRIPTIONQTY
102290379RING,RETAINING 5/8 EXT (1000 SERIES)2
208081313SLEEVE,CLAMP ROLLER-PU 1
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Available Options
HEAVY DUTY TRIPOD
The Mini-Blower/Pusher mounts easily to the surveyor style
tripod, which adds stability and versatility to fiber optic cable
installations.
PNEUMATIC DRILL DRIVE “Y” CONNECTOR
A "Y" Connector air hose option allows for the use of a
pneumatic drill drive configuration. Unit also comes with
variable pressure control.
Heavy Duty Tripod
Part # 08780850
"Y" Connector Air Hose
Part # 08780855
MINI-BLOWER/PUSHER JOB BOX
The Mini-Blower/Pusher is easy to handle and
transport. The blower and all accessories including
cable and conduit packs and seal kits conveniently
fit into the lightweight job box.