The Greenlee 690 and 690-22 Power Fishing Systems
are intended to “sh,” or route, nylon shing line through
1/2" to 4" conduit. Optional accessories are also
available for shing through 5" and 6" conduit, and for
clean-up vacuuming.
This tool is intended for commercial use.
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of
Greenlee tools and equipment. This instruction manual
and any markings on the tool provide information for
avoiding hazards and unsafe practices related to the
use of this tool. Observe all of the safety information
provided.
Purpose of this Manual
This manual is intended to familiarize personnel with the
safe operation and maintenance procedures for the following Greenlee products:
• 690 Serial Number AAR 001 and higher(120 volt model)
• 690-22 Serial Number AAT 001 and higher(220 volt model)
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no
charge at www.greenlee.com.
Do not discard this product or throw away!
For recycling information, go to www.greenlee.com.
All specications are nominal and may change as design
improvements occur. Greenlee Textron Inc. shall not be liable for
damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
Mighty Mouse is a registered trademark of Greenlee Textron Inc.
KEEP THIS MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY
ALERT
SYMBOL
This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards
or unsafe practices which could result in an injury or
property damage. The signal word, dened below,
indicates the severity of the hazard. The message
after the signal word provides information for preventing or avoiding the hazard.
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result
in severe injury or death.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is •
necessary when used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only •
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use •
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust and
debris that may reduce air ow.
Turn power OFF before unplugging.•
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.•
Keep loose clothing and all parts of the body away •
from openings and moving parts.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in
severe injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided,
MAY result in injury or property damage.
Read and understand all of the
instructions and safety information
in this manual before operating or
servicing this tool.
Failure to observe this warning will
result in severe injury or death.
Do not use this tool in a hazard-
ous environment, or use this tool
to vacuum up anything hazardous.
Hazards include ammable liquids,
gases, or other materials. Such use
can result in a re or explosion.
Failure to observe this warning will
result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
Do not leave unit unattended when •
plugged in. Unplug from recep-
tacle when not in use and before
servicing.
Do not expose to rain. Store •
indoors.
Do not handle plug or vacuum/•
blower unit with wet hands.
Do not use with a damaged cord or •
plug. If the vacuum/blower is not
working as it should, if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors
or dropped into water, send it to an
authorized Greenlee service center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use •
the cord as a handle, close a door
on the cord, run over the cord, or
pull the cord around sharp edges or
corners. Keep the cord away from
heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on the •
cord. To unplug, grasp and pull the
plug — not the cord.
Connect to a properly grounded •
receptacle only. Refer to
“Grounding Instructions.”
Disconnect from power before •
servicing.
Failure to observe these warnings
could result in severe injury or death.
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ReceptaclePlug
ReceptaclePlug
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not vacuum or blow burning or
toxic materials such as carcinogens,
asbestos, pesticides or heavy metals.
Wear eye protection and a dust •
mask when operating or servicing
this tool.
Piston and debris will exit the •
conduit at high speed. Attach the
warning tag at the exit end of the
conduit before blowing a piston
through the conduit.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris.
Do not use without a clean lter in place. Using •
the vacuum/blower with a clogged, damaged or
missing lter will cause damage to the motor.
Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or •
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
Failure to observe these warnings may result in
severe injury or death.
Note: Keep all decals clean and legible, and replace
when necessary.
Grounding Instructions
Electric shock hazard:
Do not modify the plug provided •
with the tool.
Connect this tool to a grounded •
receptacle on a 15-amp GFCI-
protected circuit.
Failure to observe these warnings
could result in severe injury or death.
This tool must be grounded. In the event of a malfunc-
tion or breakdown, an electrical ground provides a path
of least resistance for the electric current. This path of
least resistance is intended to reduce the risk of electric
shock.
This tool’s electric cord has a grounding conductor and
a grounding plug as shown. Do not modify the plug.
Connect the plug to a corresponding GFCI-protected
receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all national and local codes and
ordinances.
Do not use an adapter.
NEMA 5-15 (for Model 690)
NEMA 6-15 (for Model 690-22)
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Identification
Intake Port
(for vacuuming)
Exhaust Port
(for blowing)
690 and 690-22 Power Fishing Systems
Specifications
Motor
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Model 690 ......................................................................12 amps / 120 VAC / 60 Hz
Model 690-22 ...................................................................6 amps / 220 VAC / 50 Hz
Pressure
Blower ..............................................................................................0.275 bar (4 psi)
Vacuum
Column of Water ................................................................................ 2.8 m (110")
Column of Mercury ............................................................................203 mm (8")
Air Flow .....................................................................................3.4 m3/min (120 ft3/min)
Piston Speed in 1/2" Conduit .................................................... 145 m/min (475 ft/min)
Tank Capacity
Liquid ............................................................................................41 L (11 U.S. gal)
Dry ...................................................................................................30 L (8 U.S. gal)
Mass / Weight ..........................................................................................22.7 kg (51 lb)
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Setup
1. Unfasten the catches. Remove the motor cover and
remove the hose from the tank. Install the cover and
latch the catches.
2. Attach the storage box to the tank by positioning the box over the triangular rib on the tank and
sliding the box down rmly until it locks into place.
Operation
Wear eye protection and a dust •
mask when operating or servicing
this tool.
Piston and debris will exit the •
conduit at high speed. Attach the
warning tag at the exit end of the
conduit before blowing a piston
through the conduit.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris.
Use the 690 or 690-22 alone, or combine it with a
592 Mighty Mouser® as shown here.
OPERATING TIPS
When shing through IMC or rigid, blowing is •
generally more efcient than vacuuming.
When shing through EMT, vacuuming is the better •
method. EMT connections are not airtight, and a
piston that is blown through might not reach the exit
end of the conduit run.
Two shing lines can be vacuumed in at the same •
time, if desired. Leave one line in the conduit to
pull additional wire into the conduit after the initial
installation.
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Operation (cont’d)
Cone 1-1/4" to 2-1/2"
Cone 3" to 4"
Cone 1/2" to 1"
Washer 5" and 6"
(optional)
Adapters
CAUTION
1
3
2
Line Tied
to Piston
Piston
Nose
Cone
Fish Line
Canister
Line Drag Insert
Adapter
Cone
CAUTION
1
3
2
690 and 690-22 Power Fishing Systems
VACUUMINGBLOWING WITH OPTIONAL 592 MIGHTY MOUSER
®
BLOWING
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28
28A
Operation (cont’d)
CLEAN-UP VACUUMING
Do not vacuum or blow burning or
toxic materials such as carcinogens,
asbestos, pesticides or heavy metals.
Wear eye protection and a dust mask
when operating or servicing this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury or death.
Maintenance
Electric shock hazard:
Disconnect from power before
servicing.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Note: Keep filters clean. Efficiency of this vacuum is
largely dependent on the cleanliness of the filters. A
clogged filter can cause overheating and damage to the
motor. Filters should be removed and cleaned periodically to ensure proper operation. After cleaning, allow
filters to dry thoroughly to prevent deterioration.
Filters and Gaskets
1. Unplug the unit.
2. Remove the tank cover (21).
3. Carefully remove the lters (28, 28A) from the lter
basket (25). Refer to the illustration.
Do not use without a clean lter in place. Using •
the vacuum/blower with a clogged, damaged or
missing lter will cause damage to the motor.
Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or •
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
Failure to observe these warnings may result in
severe injury or death.
Wet Pickup
This unit is equipped with a shut-off oat valve. When
the unit is used for wet pickup, the rising uid lifts
the oat valve until it seals against the motor intake.
When this happens, the sound of the motor changes
to a higher pitch. Unplug the unit, empty the tank, and
replace the cover.
Dry Pickup
For optional dry pickup accessories, refer to the
“Optional Equipment” at the end of the “Parts List—690
and 690-22.”
4. Clean the lters with a mild detergent and warm
water. Allow them to dry thoroughly.
5. Inspect the gaskets (22, 23). Replace if necessary.
6. Install the lters. Install the tank cover and secure
with the catches.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemProbable CauseProbable Remedy
Unit does not run.Faulty cord.Replace cord.
Faulty switch.Replace switch.
Faulty motor.Replace motor.
Unit does not develop adequate
vacuuming or blowing pressure.
Piston does not travel through
the conduit.
Filters are dirty.Clean the lters. Refer to the
“Maintenance” section of this
manual.
Gaskets do not seal well.Replace gaskets. Refer to the
“Maintenance” section of this
manual.
Tank is full.Empty the tank.
Wrong piston size.Select the correct piston size.
Conduit run is obstructed.Clear the conduit run. Check for
attened bends.
EMT couplings are loose.Tighten the couplings.
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Illustration —
27
20
10
22
21
51
50
19
17
14
12
13
16
15
43
49
11
47
26
18
23
24
28
28A
25
1
5
7
6
42
3
4
46
2
44
46
45
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CAUTION
4140
38373635
52
29
5355
56
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
54
9
323334
31
30
30A
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Parts List —690 and 690-22
Key Cat. No. Part No. Description Qty
690 Fish tape system—120 volt .............................................. 1
50343920 Tank assembly (includes items 1–8, 44–46) ...................... 1
1 50340263 Tank unit without wheels ................................................... 1