ICS EBS-16, EB-16-VSG Operation Manual
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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