S&P LPD, RED Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual
Models LPD and RED
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
Direct Drive Centrifugal Exhausters
Low Prole Roof/Sidewall and Roof Downblast
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The purpose of this manual is to aid in the proper installation and operation of fans
manufactured by Soler & Palau USA. These instructions are intended to supplement good
general practices and are not intended to cover detailed instruction procedures, because of
the wide variety and types of fans manufactured by Soler & Palau USA.
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Jacksonville, FL 32217
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
INTRODUCTION:
DO NOT INSTALL, USE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN READ AND
UNDERSTOOD. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to assure that the installation and maintenance of this equipment is handled by
qualied personnel experienced in such work and equipment.
Contact your local representative should you need further information.
SHIPMENT AND RECEIVING:
Prior to shipment, all fans have been thoroughly inspected and tested.
All equipment shipped from Soler & Palau USA is skidded or crated to fully comply with trucking requirements. Inspect
all shipments carefully for damage. THE RECEIVER MUST NOTE ANY DAMAGE ON THE CARRIER’S BILL OF
LADING AND FILE A CLAIM IMMEDIATELY WITH THE FREIGHT COMPANY, IN THE CASE OF ANY DAMAGE.
Keep a record of all equipment received, including inspection details and date of receipt, because of the possibility of
partial shipments.
If you receive damaged goods, contact your S&P representative for repair or replacement service.
HANDLING:
Handle your equipment with caution. Some fans are provided with lifting lugs or holes for easy handling. Others must
be handled using nylon straps that protect the fan’s coating and housing. Spreader bars should be used when lifting
large parts.
Fans should be lifted by using straps around the fan housing only. DO NOT LIFT FANS BY THE MOTOR, BASE,
PROP, WHEEL, OR FLANGES.
Roof ventilators should be lifted by using straps around the fan housing or base only. Spreader bars should also
be used to avoid damage to stack caps or hoods. DO NOT LIFT ROOF VENTILATORS BY THE STACK CAP OR
HOOD. On hooded units, disassemble the stack from hood when lifting. Upblast models may be lifted assembled.
STORAGE:
If fans are stored for any length of time, they should be stored in a clean, dry location to prevent rust and corrosion.
Outdoor storage is not recommended. When outdoor storage is necessary, they should be protected from the
elements as best as possible. Cover the fan inlet and outlet and keep motors dry and clean.
For extended storage (more than 3 months), motor shafts should be rotated monthly. Storage records should be
kept to assure proper maintenance. The factory can advise warranty centers to provide motor and bearing service if
needed.
INSTALLATION:
Roof ventilators should always be mounted to a at level, solid and rigid structure. Particular caution should be
exercised when installing fans on metal buildings. Be sure wall or roofs are capable of supporting the fan(s). Walls/
Roofs not supported correctly will cause vibration that could cause damage or injury.
Fans mounted off ground level should be rigidly mounted to a special platform and be placed as near as possible to,
or over, a solid wall or column.
Supports for suspended fans must be crossbraced for live load support to prevent side sway.
Use guy wires to help secure root units if excessively windy conditions prevail.
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1. CAUTION! This fan contains rotating parts and requires special service. Appropriate safety precautions
should be taken during installation, operation and maintenance.
2. WARNING! Do not install or operate this fan in an environment or atmosphere where combustible or
ammable materials, gasses or fumes are present, unless it was specically designed and manufactured
for use in that environment. Explosion or re can result. Explosive, corrosive, high temperature, etc.
conditions may require special construction, inspection and maintenance. It is necessary to observe the fan
manufacturer’s recommendations and limitation concerning the type of material to be handled by the fan and
its application in special conditions.
3. When ventilator is designed to be mounted on a curb, the curb should be securely installed prior to fan
installation.
4. A damper, if used, should be securely mounted within the curb or wall in a manner that allows free and
unobstructed operation.
5. CAUTION! All electrical work must be done in accordance with local and/or national electrical codes as
applicable. If you are unfamiliar with methods of installing electrical wiring, secure the services of a qualied
electrician.
6. WARNING! This product must be grounded.
7. DANGER! Make sure power is turned off and locked in the OFF position at the service entrance before
installing, wiring or servicing fan.
8. CAUTION! Before wiring the motor, check the supply voltage against the motor nameplate voltage. High or
low voltage can damage the motor and void the motor warranty.
9. WARNING! Be sure to keep all wiring clear of rotating or moving parts.
10. WARNING! Before starting the fan, turn the wheel to assure it rotates freely. If needed, adjust the wheel/shaft/
motor position as required to achieve necessary clearances.
11. WARNING! Check all setscrews and keys. Tighten as necessary prior to fan startup.
12. On roof units, anchor the fan securely to the curb. Anchoring through the vertical portion of the curb cap
ange is recommended. Use a minimum of four lag bolts or other suitable fasteners.
13. Due to the general nature of its applications, the basic air mover is available with protective guards and/or
other devices for required operating safety as with most installations of rotating machinery. Before operating
the basic unit in any of its applications determine requirements for such guards and/or devices needed
for protection against accidental contact with moving parts or against injury to nearby personnel or critical
equipment due to accidental rupture of fast moving parts.
START-UP:
Lock out the power source.
Tighten all bolts and setscrews securely. NOTE THAT ALL BOLTS AND SETSCREWS SHOULD BE TIGHTENED
AFTER TWO DAYS OF INITIAL OPERATION.
Clearance should be checked all around between wheel or propeller tips and the housing before starting up. The
wheel or propeller should not strike the housing.
No initial lubrication is required. Motors have been pre-lubricated by motor manufacturer.
Arrows to show direction of rotation and airow are attached to the fan housings.
After the electrical connections are completed, apply just enough power to start the impeller as indicated by the
directional arrows on the unit. If the impeller is turning the wrong direction, it will not deliver rated airow and the motor
connections must be altered to correct rotation.
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