Gardner Bender JetLine B4500K, JetLine B60, JetLine Blo-Vac BV208DA Instruction Sheet
1.0 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2.0 Safety Symbol Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
3.0 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
4.0 Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
5.0 Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
6.0 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
7.0 Use and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
7.1 Blowing Line in Conduit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
7.2 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
7.3 Selecting the Pull Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
B3000 Blower for B60
B4500K Blower Kit
RPS-0106 01/02
Instruction Sheet
B4500K, B60, BV208DA
IMPORTANT RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS
Visually inspect all components for shipping damage. If shipping damage is found, notify carrier at once. Shipping damage is NOT
covered by warranty. The carrier is responsible for all repair and replacement costs resulting from damage in shipment.
SAFETY ISSUES
IMPORTANT – USER SAFETY AND PROTECTION: In setting up systems to fit your operations, care must be taken to select the
proper components and design to insure appropriate that all safety measures have been taken to avoid the risk of personal injury
and property damage from your application or system.
GARDNER BENDER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY CAUSED BY UNSAFE USE, MAINTENANCE OR THE
APPLICATION OF ITS PRODUCTS. Please contact Gardner Bender for guidance when you are in doubt as to the proper safety
precautions to be taken in designing and setting up your particular application.
7.4 Power Saver™ Line Packages . . . . . . . . . . .5
7.5 Tag-Along™ Line Packages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
7.6 PL Series Pull Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
7.7 Seal-Offs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
7.8 Line Carriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
7.9 Blowing or Vacuuming Thru Conduit . . . . . . .8
8.0 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
9.0 Jetline
®
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
9.1 B4500K Line Shooter™ Blowing System . .11
9.2 B60 Super Blower™ System . . . . . . . . . . . .12
BV208DA Blo-Vac
™
2
1.0 DESCRIPTION
The GB/JetLine®Blower and Blo-Vac™ Systems are low
pressure tools that deliver high volume air stream, which is
used to place pull line in most conduit from 1⁄2" to 6" diameter.
Blow-Vac™ systems are intended for commercial use only.
The systems are convenient to use in new and existing
construction. They require a 120 V, 60 Hz grounded power
source. See 5.0 Technical Specifications, GB/JetLine
®
Blowers Table and GB/JetLine®Blo-Vac™ Table.
The Blower or Blo-Vac™ System consists of four basic
components:
• The Power Unit – a high volume air or vacuum source.
• Hose and Seal-Off – to channel the air into the conduit and
form a seal at the conduit entrance.
• A Line Carrier – to serve as a movable object that supplies
the pulling force to install pull line in conduit.
• Pull Line – for pulling wire through the conduit, to pull rope
or cable for large or difficult runs.
A thorough understanding of all components and their
functions and operating precautions is essential for safe and
efficient use of the system.
Read and understand all the instructions before attempting to
use the system or blow line into conduit.
2.0 SAFETY SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
The symbol below is used to call your attention to instructions
concerning your personal safety. Watch for these symbols.
They point out important safety precautions. They mean
“ATTENTION! Become alert. Your personal safety is
involved.” Read the message that follows and be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.
DANGER: Indicates a high probability that death,
severe bodily injury or major property damage could result.
WARNING: Is serious but less inevitable. There is
some probability that death, severe bodily injury or
major property damage could result.
CAUTION: Is less serious but still demands
attention. Indicates a hazard which may result in minor
injury or property damage.
3.0 WARNINGS
This section contains information for your protection,
safety and quick reference. When using an electrical
appliance basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following.
Read all Instructions before using the Blo-Vac
™
System.
CAUTION: Do not leave the Blo-Vac™ when plugged
in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock: Do
not expose to rain. Store indoors.
CAUTION: Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
WARNING: Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
the Blo-Vac™ is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, or dropped in water, return it to a
service center.
CAUTION: Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close a door on cord, or pull around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the Blo-Vac
™
over cord.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
WARNING: Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
CAUTION: Do not handle plug or Blo-Vac
™
with
wet hands.
CAUTION: Do not put any object into openings. Do
not use with any opening blocked: keep free of dust, lint
and anything that may reduce air flow.
WARNING: Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all
parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
WARNING: Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
CAUTION: When used for vacuum clean-up, do not
use without filter bag in place.
CAUTION: Turn off switch before unplugging.
DANGER: Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline. Do not use in
areas where they are present.
WARNING: Use extra caution when working on a
ladder, elevated platforms, stairs, etc.
WARNING: Do not use the power unit in a manhole
— keep the power unit above ground.
DANGER: All GB/JetLine
®
conduit fishing Blo-Vac
™
systems are designed to force loose debris of all types
out of the conduit by means of a pressurized force.
Serious or critical injury may result to anyone struck by
high velocity debris or the line carrier. Warn all personnel
to stand clear of the conduit exit prior to pressurization
procedures or blowing line into the conduit.
CAUTION: GB/JetLine
®
Blo-Vac™Systems have
been designed specifically for fishing conduit. The
system, under certain field conditions, may be used to
remove debris or water from the conduit. The electric
motor is protected from liquid entering the fan area by a
float ball. If liquid is discharged, the float ball has been
defeated. Immediately unplug unit from power source
and check to make sure the float ball is functioning
properly and the sealing area is free of foreign matter.
DANGER: Failure to observe these instructions or
misuse of equipment could result in serious injury or
possible death.
4.0. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The GB/JetLine®blowers and Blo-Vac™ systems require a
120 V, 60 Hz, 15 A circuit; with the exception of the B3000
power unit which requires a 120 V, 60 Hz, 30 A circuit; and
must be grounded. If the power unit should malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
the electrical current to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
These power units are equipped with a cord that has a
grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be
inserted into an outlet that is properly grounded in
accordance with all codes and ordinances. See Figure 1.
CAUTION: Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the Blo-Vac™. If it will not fit the outlet, have the correct
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
5.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
6.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
GB/JetLine®Blowers and Blo-Vac™systems are designed to
provide a convenient means of installing pull line in a “sealed”
conduit. “Sealed” conduit for this purpose is considered EMT
conduit with compression type couplings, rigid conduit with
threaded joints, or PVC conduit with adhesive bonded joints.
Conduit with set screw type couplings does not effectively
seal joints and substantial air or vacuum loss occurs making it
difficult to maintain pressure or vacuum to place a line in
the conduit.
Blower Systems
GB/JetLine
®
supplies two blower systems; the B4500K Line
Shooter™ (for fishing from
1
⁄
2" through 4" trade size conduit)
and the B60 Super Blower™ for heavy duty work in conduit
from 21⁄2" through 6". See Figures 2 and 3.
B4500K Line Shooter
™
The B4500K Line Shooter™ conduit fishing kit is equipped
with a light weight 1261 Power Unit, three foot hose, shoulder
strap, power saver line packages, foam line carriers,
inflatables and accessories for fishing conduit from 1⁄2" through
4". Bulk pull line is not included with the kit.
3
Grounding Pin
Grounded
Outlet Box
Adapter
Metal
Screw
Tab for
Grounding Screw
Grounding
Blade
Figure 1. Grounding Methods
125 V
30 A
NEMA
L5-30R
GB/JetLine®Blowers
B4500K B60
Power Unit 1261 B3000
Voltage 120 120
Frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz
AMPS 7.50 23
In. Water Lift (sealed) 85-92 85-92
P.S.I. 3.31 3.31
CFM 90 270
No. of Motors 1 3
Impeller Stages (Fans) 2 2
Thermal Overload Yes Yes
Motor Type (Cooling) Flow Through Flow Through
Handling Portable Portable
Weight 7.5 lb 35 lb
Hose Dia. (Inch) 11⁄2 21⁄2
Length (Feet) 3 25
GB/JetLine®Blo-Vac™
BV208DA
Power Unit 1523
Voltage 120
Frequency 60 Hz
AMPS 13.8
Inches Water Lift (sealed)* 130-135
P.S.I.* 4.86
CFM 92
No. of Motors 1
Impeller Stages (Fans) 3
Thermal Overload No
Motor Type (Cooling) By-Pass
Handling Cart
Recovery Cap. (Gals) 9**
Height with Cart (Inch) 41
Motor Brush Life (Hours) 750
Weight 50 lb
Hose Dia. (Inch) 11⁄2
Length (Feet) 8
* Will vary with voltage and atmospheric conditions.
** When using recovery compartment and tool storage
compartment together.
Figure 2. 1261 Blower
B60 Super Blower™
The B60 Super Blower™ was designed for use in long
underground single bore conduit from 2
1
⁄2" through 6". The
B3000 Power Unit must remain above ground for safety
reasons, and the 21⁄2" diameter x 25' long hose and seal-off
are used in the manhole. The portable triple motor power unit
provides a high volume of air to blow a line in large bore
conduit whether above ground or below ground.
Blo-Vac™ Systems
GB/JetLine
®
Blo-Vac™ Systems: BV208DA Super-Ultra
Blo-Vac™ provides blowing or vacuuming capabilities
for conduit fishing of
1
⁄2" through 6". These systems provide a
higher output pressure for more difficult runs. The water lift
capabilities of the Blo-Vac™ is the same for blowing or
vacuuming. See 5.0 Technical Specifications, GB/JetLine
®
Blo-Vac™Table.
Each Blo-Vac™ system is cart mounted for easy transporting
around the job site. Each Blo-Vac™ unit has three
compartments which are easily separated. The top section is
the power unit, the center section is the recovery
compartment, and the bottom section is storage for
accessories. See Figure 4. The power unit and the recovery
compartment may be unlatched from the tool storage
compartment and used as a portable blower vacuum system.
All Blo-Vac™ systems are equipped with a 1
1
⁄2" diameter x 8'
long hose and seal-offs to fit
1
⁄2" through 6" conduit.
The BV208DA Super Ultra Blo-Vac™ has a powerful threestage motor fan section. The recovery capacity is 41⁄
2 gallons
expandable to 9 gallons by using the tool storage
compartment above the recovery compartment after
removing the false bottom. Housings are made of high
impact polypropylene.
7.0 USE AND OPERATION
The primary purpose of the GB/JetLine®Conduit Fishing
System is to place a pull line in the conduit by the quickest
and easiest means available. The GB/JetLine®Blower and
Blo-Vac™ systems are low pressure, high volume machines
that are easy and convenient to use.
7.1 Blowing Line in the Conduit
The GB/JetLine®Blower and Blo-Vac™ systems are
designed to blow line in a “sealed” conduit such as EMT
conduit with compression type couplings, rigid conduit with
threaded joints, or PVC conduit with adhesive bonded joints.
These types of conduit require very little effort to install a pull
line with the Blower or Blo-Vac™ system.
There are some conduit runs that will be difficult or impossible
to blow a line in, such as:
• Conduit containing hard packed sand, silt, debris
or concrete.
• Conduit containing water with a head greater than the
maximum water lift of the Blower or Blo-Vac™ system.
• Conduit with leaking or separated joints.
• Conduit with two sizes of duct connected by a reducer.
• Conduit with unsealed set screw couplings.
• Small diameter conduit of several hundred feet with
multiple bends.
Let Gravity Help
When blowing line in conduit of tall buildings or underground
duct, start at the highest elevation of the conduit entrance. In
underground duct; water may have accumulated in low points
of the run, and the blower may not be able to force it out.
Start at the highest point.
7.2 Preparation
It is helpful to know the purpose for which the line is to be
used once it has been blown into the conduit.This will aid the
user in selecting the appropriate line for the job.
Knowing the approximate length of the conduit run will
prevent selecting a line too short for the run. For example, if
lightweight pull line is being placed in
3
⁄4" conduit with a
estimated length of 195' to 200', select a 300'. Power Saver™
line package for the run. An alternate solution would be to
use a
3
⁄4" foam line carrier pulling bulk nylon line. Either
selection would insure an adequate length of line.
7.3 Selecting the Pull Line
It is not possible to foresee all conduit situations that may be
encountered, therefore, the following is presented as a guide
in selecting pull line. Determine which best fits the situation;
whether the line is to be used for conduit identification, pulling
in a larger line or rope, pulling in wire or for wire pulls at a
later date.
1. Identification of a conduit termination where multiple
conduit runs originate from a single location.
Recommended line: Power Saver™ Line Packages or
Bulk Nylon Line.
2. Placing a line in the conduit for use at a later date.
Recommended line: Small conduit
1
⁄2", 3⁄4" and 1" — Power
Saver™ Line Packages, Bulk Nylon Line or PL232 Pull
Line. Larger conduit 11⁄4" through 6" — Tag-Along™ Line
Packages, PL232 or PL235.
3. Pulling in larger line, rope or steel winch cable.
Recommended line: Small conduit — same as above.
Larger conduit PL232, PL235 or Poly Rope.
4. Pulling wire in conduit. Recommended line: PL232,
PL235 or Poly Rope.
4
Blower Outlet
Power Unit
Vacuum Inlet
Recovery Compartment
Tool Storage Compartment
Figure 4. Blo-Vac™
Figure 3. B3000 Super Blower
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