Industrial Contractors’ Supplies, Inc.
- Dust Control Division -
15061 Route 30, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642
Phone: 412 . 824 . 6933 Fax: 412 . 824 . 4704 www.ICScompany.net
INDUSTRIAL POWER BLOWER
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Introduction INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTORS SUPPLIES is a leading distributor of products and
accessories for environmental management in construction, industry and facility
maintenance applications.
With the invention of the Dust Director®, a dust control guard for handheld angle grinders
that prevents silica dust from becoming airborne while providing the operator with complete
visibility of the blade and cutting surface, ICS has since established ourselves as a leader and
innovator in the air movement and dust control industry.
About This Manual
This manual is produced solely for the use of purchasers and operators of our Industrial
Power Blowers and Accessories. The intent of this manual is to provide the owner/operator of
our products general and specific information regarding the safe and proper operation and
maintenance of the equipment described within.
Contact If after careful review, any questions arise concerning any portion of this manual,
contact INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTORS SUPPLIES for assistance at:
INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTORS SUPPLIES, INC. Phone: (412) 824-6933
15061 Route 30, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642 FAX: (412) 824-4704
E-MAIL: info@icscompany.net WEB SITE: www.ICScompany.net
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Table of Contents
SAFETY PAGE
Safety Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
GENERAL INFORMATION
Blower Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Product Warranty: Your Industrial Power Blower has been thoroughly tested and inspected and is
warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. This warranty does cover normal wear items such as brushes, belts, filters, powder cords,
wheels and switches. Other items may apply or not apply based on your specific blower. If such
defects occur, this warranty is void if service is attempted by non Authorized Service Depots.
Power Blower Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Power Blower Electrical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OPERATION
Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Pre-Operation
Operation
Set-Up, Starting and Stopping Instructions
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 8
Belt Adjustment
Belt Replacements
Blade Removal
Blade Installation
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
POWER PRESSURE VENTILATION (PPV)
PPV Set-up Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Single Blower Placement
Multiple Blower Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Exhaust Opening .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Weather Effects on PPV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
TROUBLESHOOTING
Blower Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Blower Fails To Start
Poor Blower Performance
Blower Movement
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Safety Guide
Safety Guide Failure to follow the operating, maintenance and lubrication requirements set forth
in this Operation and Maintenance Manual may result in serious personal injury and/or damage to
the equipment.
The following WARNING statements indicate potentially hazardous conditions for operators and
equipment. Make certain that anyone who works on or around the blower has read and fully
understands the safety precautions listed.
1. Carefully read this Operation and Maintenance Manual before attempting to operate, service or
disassemble any part of your blower.
2. Never operate the unit when mentally or physically fatigued.
3. Stay away from rotating parts; avoid wearing loose jackets, shirts, and ties. Keep hands and feet away
from the blower.
4. Keep all unauthorized personnel at a safe distance from the blower.
5. Keep all guards in place. Never make repairs while the unit is running. Never operate if any guard or
grill is not in place.
6. Always wear eye protection. Loose debris can be picked up in the air stream and flown in the air.
7. Hearing protection is required. Motor and air noise may exceed safe DB levels.
8. Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. To prevent fire hazards, do
not place flammable objects close to the engine.
9. Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and secured. If
any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
10. Never operate gasoline-powered blowers in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas; exposure may cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.
11. The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for some time after stopping the
engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot. To avoid severe burns or fire hazards, let the
engine cool before transporting or storing the unit.
12. It is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator to develop and practice the proper use of the blower
in accordance with generally accepted ventilation procedures as well as the department’s own
operating procedures before placing the unit into service.
General Information
Blower Identification Each industrial power blower has a model number as well as a serial number.
The model number signifies information such as blade diameter, engine type and horsepower. The
serial number relates to information referencing the date of manufacture. This information is useful
should it become necessary to contact the factory regarding your Power Blower.
Please write the Serial Number of your power blower in the spaces below. This will aid us in identifying
which model you have when assisting you.
Model Number:
Serial Number:___ _
Date Purchased:
Serial Number Locations
ELECTRIC POWERED UNITS: The serial number is located on a plate attached to the motor.
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Power Blower Data
TYPE: Positive Pressure Ventilator
BLADE: Air Flex Fiberglass Reinforced Polyamide High Strength Blades, Die
Cast Aluminum or Polypropylene.
BUSHING: Keyed Shaft and Set or Cap Screws.
SHROUD: Turbo 2000 Tapered Aluminum.
DRIVE: Industrial-Type, Straight-Banded V-Belt.
BEARINGS: Locking, Self-Aligning and Permanently Lubricated.
FRAME: Rugged, Lightweight, Square-Steel Tubing with Powder-Coat Finish.
GRILL: Continuous Circular-Wound, External-Weld Steel Wire with 8 Tie
Points for Additional Safety.
VIBRATION DAMPENERS: Steel-Reinforced Rubber.
Electric Blowers: All electric motors are single phase, 60 Hz, rigid base, 56 frame with ball and
bearings and manual reset overload protection.
ELECTRIC
ENGINE HP CFM S/B RPM WIDTH DEPTH HEIGHT LBS
UNITS
EBS-16 ELECTRIC 1/3 TEFC 3,200 N.A. 1,736 18.75 14.25 19.50 47
EB-16-VSG ELECTRIC 1.5 TEFC 0 - 11,125 7 3,150 19.25 19.25 21.25 83
Electric Blower Power Requirements*
Based on 115 v blower on a 20 amp circuit.
Blower
Model
EBS-16 1/3 TEFC 10.9 6,300 6.3 756
EB-16-VSG 1.5 TEFC 48 6,000 176 1,900
Motor
HP
Starting
Amps
Starting
Watts
Running
Amps
Running
Watts
*Starting amps and watts are momentary
Maximum Power Cord Length (in feet) **
Motor HP
1/3 215' 330' 550' 850' 1,350'
1.0 60' 95' 150' 240' 380'
14
Gauge
12
Gauge
10
Gauge
8
Gauge
6
Gauge
** Calculations based on one blower connected to 20 amp circuit.
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Power Blower Information The Industrial Power Blower is a high powered, portable blower used for
Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV), a ventilation technique that quickly and efficiently replaces hazardous
interior environments. PPV was pioneered in the fire fighting industry where fire fighters use the blowers to
ventilate smoke, heat and harmful gases from buildings. This creates a safer environment for them to
work in and makes it easier for them to find victims and extinguish the fire.
PPV relies on two principles, (1) a cone shaped air pattern, and (2) pressure. To accomplish Positive
Pressure Ventilation, the blower is placed on the outside of the structure. It is positioned so that the cone
shaped air pattern created by the blower completely seals the entrance opening (Figure 1.3). When this
seal is achieved, the air pressure is increased equally at all points inside the structure. When an exhaust
opening is created, all of the interior air moves in one mass towards it. The result is fast, efficient
ventilation of the entire structure.
For additional information on how to accomplish PPV, refer to “PPV Set-Up Procedures” in this Manual.
Figure 1.3
Note: The Industrial Power Blower is the most efficient tool for PPV for two reasons. First, the exclusive
tapered shroud design creates a wide, stable, conical air pattern. Second, the seven blade air
movement impeller used on all of our Industrial Blowers is designed to create high pressure. These
two features make the Industrial Power Blower the powerful ventilation tool that it is.
Operating Procedures The information and instructions in this section should be routinely
reviewed and followed before the actual operation of an Industrial Power Blower.
Pre-Operation: VISUAL INSPECTION. After receiving and unpacking your blower, be sure to
carefully inspect it for any damage that might have occurred during shipping. Should you find any
damage: PLEASE NOTIFY ICS COMPANY IMMEDIATELY AT: 1-412-824-6933
CAUTION: NEVER MOVE THE BLOWER WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION. SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY IS POSSIBLE
AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE BLOWER. ALWAYS SHUT-DOWN THE BLOWER PRIOR TO MOVING!
SET-UP Position the blower in the desired location, making sure it is placed on a flat, hard and debris
free surface.
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Maintenance Procedures Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that your Industrial
Power Blower operates as efficiently and trouble-free as possible. By following the instructions in this
section you will be providing the maintenance needed to achieve this goal.
BELT ADJUSTMENT
The blower drive belt has been adjusted at the factory prior to delivery. However,
the belt should be inspected and checked after the initial three (3) hours of
operation as it may require re-tightening due to belt stretch. It should be inspected
after every 25 hours of operating time.
Operating the blower with a loose belt will cause excessive wear and reduce
performance. Follow the procedures listed to properly adjust the drive belt.
1. Remove the eight bolts holding the front grill in place and remove the grill.
(Figure 4.1)
2. Loosen the four front engine mount bolts.
(Figure 4.2)
Figure 4.1
3. Use a lever to pry or push the engine
downward to tighten the belt (s). (Figure 4.3)
The belt(s) should be snug and have very
little play. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BELT(S).
4. Tighten the front engine mount bolts. On
the Honda 13 HP models the rear mounting
studs must also be tightened.
5. Re-install the front grill and test the blower.
Figure 4.3
BELT REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the eight bolts holding the front grill in place and remove the grill.
(Figure 4.1)
2. Loosen the four front engine mount bolts.
3. Pry the engine up to loosen and remove the belt(s). (Figure 4.4)
4. Use a lever to pry or push the engine downward to tighten the belt (s). The belt(s) should be snug
and have very little play. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BELT (S).
Figure 4.4
Figure 4.2
5. Tighten the front engine mount bolts.
6. Re-install the front grill and test the blower.
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BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION FOR THE FOLLOWING BLADES
BLOWER BLADE CAUTION: THE ENGINE MAY START SIMPLY BY ROTATING THE
BLADES. ALWAYS REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE PRIOR TO WORKING ON THE
BLADE SIDE OF THE MOTOR.
Figure 4.5
BLADE REMOVAL PROCEDURES
1. Remove the eight bolts holding the front grill in place and remove the
grill. (Figure 4.1)
2. Remove the three cap screws in the center of the fan blade bushing
with an 5/32 hex bit (Allen wrench). (Figure 4.5)
3. Insert the cap screws into the adjoining threaded holes in the bushing.
(Figure 4.6) Turn the screws in a clockwise manner. Tighten the cap
screws progressively with the wrench. Evenly tighten each cap screw ¼
to ½ a turn successively until the blade slides off of the bushing. (Figure
4.7)
4. Insert a small screwdriver into the
bushing slot to release the bushing
from the engine shaft. Be careful not
to damage the end of the jackshaft. Remove the bushing and
blade.
Figure 4.6
Figure 4.7
1. Put bushing on motor shaft then tighten the allen screw on the bushing. Put blade on bushing (Fig. 4.7). Put
lock washers on the three allen screws and insert into drilled holes of blade. Turn each screw and tighten
evenly.
2. Reinstall front grill.
BLADE INSTALLATION
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BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION FOR THE FOLLOWING BLADES
EB16 blade (260-069) requires a G 5/8 bushing and a 3/16” X 1 3/8” key.
BLADE REMOVAL PROCEDURES
1. Remove the eight bolts holding the front gr place and remove the grill (Figure 4.1).
2. Remove the three bolts from blade. Remove the two bolts from the bushing and hub. Put the
two bolts in the threaded part of the bushing and turn evenly until bushing separates from
hub.
BLADE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR DD16
1. Make sure that the shaft and key-way are clean and smooth before installing
the blade.
2. Insert the cap screws through the clearance holes in the bushing and place
loosely into the hub of the blade. Do not press the bushing in. Hand start
3. Insert the cap screws, turning them just enough to engage the threads in the
tapped holes on the hub. The bushing should be loose in the hub. Insert the
key into the key-way (Figure 4.9). Tighten two bolts drawing the bushing and
hub together.
4. Slide the blade onto the bushing/hub assembly and insert the three screws
through the blade and turn evenly but do not tighten. Make sure blade is in
line with hub then tighten screws (Fig. 4.10). Locate the blade and bushing so
that the blade tips do not hit the rear grill eyelets. On some models the blade
and bushing may be in beyond or out away from the end of the shaft up to ¼”
Figure 4.9
5. Tighten the cap screws progressively with a wrench. Tighten each cap screw partial turns successively until
both are tight. Final tightening should be done with torque wrench with the torque set at 7.5 ft./lbs. for each
screw. Over tightening will cause the cap screws to break or crack the blade. (Figure 4.10)
• Carefully turn the blade and check for clearance between the blade and
shroud. Confirm that the blade is free to rotate without hitting other parts.
• Reinstall the front grill and test the blower.
• If you have any trouble removing or installing the blade on your blower,
contact the factory for assistance at 412-824-6944.
but no further. This is necessary for proper blade clearance.
Figure 4.10
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Maintenance Schedule
TENSION BELT(S)
REPLACE BELT(S)
INSPECT BLOWER FOR DAMAGE,
FIX IF ANY
INSPECT BLOWER FOR LOOSE OR
MISSING BOLTS, NUTS,
ATTACHMENTS. TIGHTEN OR
REPLACE WHERE REQUIRED
EACH
USE
%
NEW
BLOWER
FIRST 3
HOURS
EVERY
MONTH
OR 10
HOURS
EVERY
MONTH
OR 25
HOURS
% %
%
EVERY
MONTH
OR 50
HOURS
EVERY
MONTH
OR 100
HOURS
%
PPV Set-up Procedures
Single Blower Placement When using one blower, it should be positioned so that the cone of
pressurized air just covers the entrance opening (Figure 5.1). If the blower is too close to the
opening, the opening will not be completely covered by pressurized air. If the blower is too far
from the opening, pressurized air will strike the building around the opening and reduce the
amount of pressurized air being forced inside the building. Therefore, optimum placement is
dependent on the size of the entrance opening, the size of the blower, and the distance between
the blower and the entrance opening.
Due to the size of the "cone" of air issued from a blower, small blowers need to be moved back
from entrance openings while larger blowers should be placed closer to entrance openings to
properly cover the opening with pressurized air.
Figure 5.1
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Multiple Blower Placement The use of more than one blower can dramatically increase airflow (volume)
and reduce the time necessary to complete a ventilation operation.
Figure 5.2
For standard entrance openings (that is, door openings of three feet by six and one-half feet), maximum
effectiveness is achieved by placing two blowers "in-line" with each other. As in (Figure 5.2), blower A is
positioned about two feet from the entrance opening. This ensures that all of the pressurized air from the
blower enters the building, yet allows sufficient room for personnel to enter and exit the building. Blower B is
then positioned behind blower A. The proper location for blower B is determined by the distance necessary
to cover the entrance opening with pressurized air. Blower B covers the entrance opening with pressurized air
and increases the capacity of blower A by approximately ten percent.
For standard entrance openings, multiple blowers in a parallel (side-by-side) configuration are less effective
than multiple blowers in an in-line configuration. However, for large entrance openings, multiple blowers in a
parallel configuration (Figure 5.3) should be used due to their combined ability to cover the larger opening
with pressurized air. The size of the opening dictates the numbers of blowers necessary to cover the opening
with combined cones of pressurized air.
Remember that some openings (such as loadingdock doors) can be reduced in size by partially
closing the door to reduce the size of the entrance
opening that must be covered by pressurized air.
Depending on the number of blowers that are
available, large areas may be effectively ventilated
by using a combination of parallel (proper
coverage of the opening) and in-line (increased
volume) blowers.
Areas or locations that do not have openings that
can be used as exhaust openings (storage rooms,
offices, enclosed work areas, etc.) can be
effectively ventilated by using multiple blowers as
depicted below.
Figure 5.3
Use a blower to provide a flow of air past the
opening. This blower can be located outside the building to provide pressurized air to the interior of the
building and past the area to be ventilated. The blower should be placed in the bottom portion of the
opening and will provide pressurized air that will create positive pressure within the area to be ventilated and
force the contaminants out of the upper portion of the entrance opening. The air flowing past the entrance
opening will force the exhausting contaminants to follow its direction to the exterior of the building.
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Exhaust Opening Positive pressure ventilation is most effective when the exhaust opening (window, door,
etc.) is between three-fourths to twice the size of the entrance opening (Figure 5.4). This variance is due to
the number and CFM’S of the blower(s) utilized and can be summarized as follows:
Figure 5.4
A single blower powered by 1/3 HP to 4 HP electric motor is most effective when utilized with exhaust
openings that are three-fourths or slightly less than the size of the entrance opening. Remember, these
guidelines are generalized and that optimum efficiency is easily obtained by a combination of training and
experience.
Weather Temperature, humidity, snow, and rain do not have any appreciable effect on positive pressure
ventilation. Although cold, damp weather conditions may limit the ability of smoke to rise; these atmospheric
conditions will not limit the ability of blowers to move contaminants horizontally and, in most cases, vertically.
Wind can have an adverse effect on positive pressure ventilation, but its effect is dependent on direction
and velocity. As in any ventilation operation, maximum efficiency can be obtained by using the prevailing
wind direction to advantage by pressurizing the structure on the windward side and exhausting contaminants
on the leeward side of the building. If it is not possible to utilize the prevailing wind as an advantage, positive
pressure has proven effective against winds of up to 25 mph. As winds exceed 25 mph, efficiency reduces
accordingly.
Blower Troubleshooting Many factors can contribute to or be the sole cause of problems for gas and
electric power blowers. This section will identify some of these problems and provide solutions to correct
them.
Poor Blower Performance MAKE SURE THE BELT(S) ARE TIGHT. REFER TO PAGES 6 - 8 FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON
CHECKING AND TIGHTENING THE BELT(S).
Blower Movement or “Walking”
• ADJUST THE RUBBER FOOTPADS ON THE BACK OF THE BLOWER BY TURNING THEM EITHER IN OR OUT.
ADJUST THE SIDE THAT IS WALKING. THIS WILL HELP TO EVENLY DISTRIBUTE THE WEIGHT OF THE BLOWER TO
ALL FOUR POINTS OF THE FRAME.
• MOST BLOWERS WILL WALK IF NOT RUNNING AT FULL SPEED, MAKE SURE THE BLOWER IS RUNNING AT FULL
SPEED.
• MAKE SURE THE BLOWER IS SITTING FLAT AND NOT ON SMALL ROCKS OR OTHER OBJECTS.
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