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1. DORE CHALLENGAIR INDUSTRIES INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE OPERATING PRODUCT SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARRANTY PERTINENT CONTENT Product Specifications Model AirMax Voltage 115v Voltage 230v Amperage 16 4 Amperage 5 8 Hertz 60 Hertz 50 60 Wattage 1886 Wattage 1334 Horse Power 3 each motor Horse Power 3 each motor Motor Air Volume 123 CFM each Motor Air Volume 123 CFM each 9711 Mason Avenue Chatsworth CA 91311 818 772 2887 800 821 9449 Fax 818 886 0218 www DoubleKIndustries com info DoubleKIndustries com IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ COMPLETELY BEFORE USING PRODUCT When using electrical appliances especially when children or animals are present basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury including but not limited to the following DO NOT TURN ON DRYER WITHOUT FIRST HOLDING THE DRYER HOSE as the air volume from the dryer can cause the hose to whip or move rapidly and may cause injury Do not leave dryer OR the animal unattended while product is in use Unplug unit when not in use Do not use extension cords with dryer Do not unplug unit by pulling on cord Do not expose dryer to rain or water Do not use or store dryer where it can fall or be pulled into tub or sink or standing water If dryer falls into water U2. is not necessary to replace brushes 5 Disconnect the motor power wires Motor Part A 2069 6 Front motor a a Loosen the two brush assembly retainer screws Fig 3 Ref 3 to loosen the brush assembly retainer Fig 3 Ref 2 Remove the brush assembly Fig 3 Ref 1 and replace it with a new one Note IMPORTANT the brush has a small tab on the Brush Assembly with a Braue bottom that MUST be fitted into the slot on the motor frame for proper positioning Fig Metal Body Ref 1 Retainer Ref 2 Part 2065 3 Ref 4 b After the new brush assembly is seated tighten the brush assembly retainer screws c Repeat steps A B for the brush on other side of motor Brush Assembly Rear motor Ret 3 a Follow steps A C above as outlined for the front motor Brush Retainer Arm must slide into the Male Terminal Reassembly 7 Inspect the motor mounts for cracks or damage replace if necessary Set the motors back into their original positions in the dryer housing Each motor mount has slots that fits over corresponding alignment tabs on the inside of the dryer housing These slots and tabs must match up for proper fit and function Note In the event that the motor mount is removed from the motor simply replace it by being mindful to align the contours of the motor mount with corresponding contours on the motor housing 8 Reattach the screws around the outside of the dryer making sure the two halv
3. NPLUG IT Do not reach into the water Unplug unit before attempting any maintenance or service Do not put any object into dryer openings Keep loose clothing jewelry and hair away from dryer openings Do not direct dryer air towards eyes or ears of people or pets Never use dryer if it has a damaged cord or plug has been dropped damaged or exposed to rain or water Return to Double K Industries or an Authorized Service Center for service 12 This dryer should not be used as a cage dryer for cage drying please consider our model 560 Cage dryer 13 This product is for use on animals only 14 Recommended operation by adults only Use caution when working around children 15 Do not use attachments not recommended by Double K Industries 16 Do not operate without filters in place Keep filters clean as dirty filters limit air intake and may damage the motor or cause overheating 17 Plug only into a properly grounded receptacle Always make sure the amperage of the electrical outlet is sufficient for the amperage rating of the product See Product Specifications for amperage rating of this product 18 Do not use product for anything other than its intended purpose 19 Do not attempt to perform any service or maintenance not outlined in instruction manual 20 Do not attempt any product modifications or alterations Do not use if any parts or switches are damaged Send to an Authorized Service Center or Double K Industries fo
4. ame of an Authorized Service Center nearest you All warranty service must be performed by an Authorized Service Center or Double K Industries to protect your warranty status Attachment List Attachment aooo 825 6 8 10 12 or 15 E Hose 1 Black on Blue 17 Air Sweep Nozzle 1 897 172 Regular Nozzle 1 2036 Hose to Dryer 172 Locking Adapter 1 w TRV Heed Nozzle 1 O 2070 Nozzle Super Hi Velocity a BRUSHES Your CHALLENGAIR AirMax has two brush type motors The brushes should be checked for wear after approximately 500 hours of use If the carbon brushes are worn shorter than 1 4 inch the brushes should be replaced Brushes may be ordered from Double K Industries or an Authorized Retainer Ref 2 Service Center you will need 2 sets 1 set for each motor Please be sure to specify that your dryer is an AirMax as the brushes are slightly different from one dryer model to another To check and or replace brushes 1 Unplug electrical cord from wall outlet Disassembly 2 Slide off the back cover from the dryer This is a compression fit and will come off with a little effort 3 Remove all screws on the outside of the dryer that hold the two halves of dryer housing in place It may be best to lay the dryer on its side while removing these screws 4 Each motor will be sitting in place inside the rubber silicone motor mounts Removing the rubber ie eo a silicone motor mounts from the motor
5. bber Molded Motor Mount 115v 2164 Silicone Rubber Molded Motor Mount 230v 20 2191 Internal Filter Housing 21 2196 Internal Filter 22 2009 sound Control Foam Disk 23 2049 End Cap Assembly Includes 5538 and 2009 5538 Velcro for External Filter oo 2027 External Filter Speed Control 2069 Motor 120v AirMax 5 1 Single Stage site 2 po G TE da 2064 Motor 230v AirMax 5 1 Single Stage DIAGRAM a Red gay Red 10101 TI 27 2177 Year 2010 Filter Assy ae 28 2178 Year 2010 Filter Pack 3 per Order i 2100 Year 2009 Internal Snap In Filter 2606 VS Decal 115v Extreme Product Data Side Rear Motor Assy VARIABLE SPPED z Switch 2148 2069 WIRING DIAGRAM 2168 Speed Control Board 115v 32 2145N Nut Rheostat Speed Control VS 1 5509 Knob Switch Black 2217 Decal VS Pot Side Variable Speed Units hit 12 CORD Black a gt Black O O Blue Q Blue 806 White 55 f 881 5539 5537 Wire Nut o i White Green Green 2153 3 8 External Tooth Lock Washer 2167 Triac PC Board 115v Assy w Heat Sink 5537 Wire Nut
6. es are matching up 9 After the two halves of the dryer housing have been put together replace motor filter on back motor and push the burgundy back cover back onto the rear of the dryer Replace exterior filter on to burgundy back cover Always make sure all filters are in place before operating dryer Assembly Tab Ref 4 a ar Poll Part s 2177 2178 and 2100 have been replaced with part 2191 Dryers produced after January 2011 will have 2191 internal filter housing with filter 2196 installed if your dryer currently has Part 2177 you may still purchase the replacement filters 2178 3 pack filters Part 2177 snap together filter housing has been e discontinued if this item needs to be replaced you may do so with part 2100 o 2191 Part 2191 requires disassembly of the dryer for installation a N w INDUSTRIES MODEL AIRMAX EXPLODED DIAGRAM P ae TESTET ee ee os ies z Hy Sse ft Hee Be Bist i DESCRIPTION screw 2600 Series Housing Housing Plug models w o stand Decal AirMax Switch Side Switch Rocker 20A 125VAC 2 POS Sex Bolt 1 4 Barrel 24 Thread Long Black Housing Right Side Long Blue Housing Right Side Motor Brushes 115v Motor Brushes 230v 8 2159 WireGrommet 4 Hole 2 9 2108 Housing O Ring for Hose Adapter 1 Long Housing Left Side Long Housing Left Side 2221 Decal 115v AirMax 2222 Decal 230v AirMax 14 15 16 1 17 18 19 2160 Silicone Ru
7. imum b Variable Output Turn the dial speed control clockwise to desired air output c Off Position Turn the dial speed control counter clockwise until it clicks off REQUIRED MAINTENANCE FILTERS Procedures below must be performed regularly or as needed to protect dryer warranty status FILTER CLEANING Both the external and internal filters of the CHALLENGAIR AirMax should be kept clean If the filters become heavily coated with hair and or dirt it will reduce the air output of your dryer and can cause damage to the motors or cause the motors to overheat Never operate the dryer without all filters in place To clean external filter Vacuum or shake off dirt and hair daily Filter may be rinsed in water if necessary Let filter dry completely before reinstalling on dryer To clean the internal motor filter of the CHALLENGAIR AirMax 1 Unplug dryer 2 Slide off the back cover of the dryer This is a compression fit and will come off with a little effort 3 Remove the filter from the internal filter housing 4 Clean motor filter disk by vacuuming off hair and dirt or wash filter gently in cool water Shake off excess water and allow to air dry completely Replace filter if necessary Place the filter back in the filter housing 6 Replace dryer back cover g Any maintenance not explained in this manual should be performed by Double K Industries or an Authorized Service Center Call Double K Industries for the n
8. r instructions A NOTE ABOUT HEAT Your CHALLENGAIR AirMax has no heating element The CHALLENGAIR AirMax produces heat by a flow thru motors system meaning the air is pushed through the motors and is warmed by the natural heat of the motors that occurs during operation This means greater electrical savings and efficiency for you The dryer will reach its maximum air temperature after about 2 4 minutes of operation Note The higher the room temperature the warmer the air from the dryer will be ASSEMBLY To attach hose to dryer Your dryer hose has a black hose adapter that will screw onto the hose in a counter clockwise motion The adapter with hose attached then fits onto the dryer with a half twist motion that locks the adapter onto the dryer First place the adapter over the snout of the dryer with the Double K logo facing up then turn hose counter clockwise until the adapter locks in place the Double K logo should then be sitting horizontally To remove hose from adapter Turn the hose clockwise ATTACHMENTS Your dryer is equipped with one hose and 4 twist on nozzles To attach nozzles to hose twist the nozzles counter clockwise Twist clockwise to remove OPERATION Switches and Controls 1 2 Speed a Low Speed Standard Heat Turn on the top motor switch b High Speed High Heat Turn on both motor switches 2 Variable Speed optional a Maximum Output Turn the dial speed control clockwise to its max
9. r service 21 When servicing use only Double K Industries parts oO oS O CO N CG Congratulations You ve just purchased the Double K CHALLENGAIR AirMax Forced Air Dryer which produces warm high velocity air under pressure to make your animal grooming tasks easier Your new dryer is designed to provide long reliable service Please read this manual carefully and completely before beginning operation of your dryer and keep this manual in a convenient and safe place for future reference A warranty card is included with your dryer and should be filled out completely and mailed to Double K Industries within 30 days of the purchase date of your dryer to validate your warranty Online registration available at www DoubleKIndustries com Your CHALLENGAIR AirMax has a two year warranty covering the unit against defects in materials and workmanship Regular maintenance items such as brushes and filters are not included see warranty card for complete warranty information It is also important to retain your sales receipt as proof of purchase should service ever be needed Your CHALLENGAIR AirMax has two brush type motors It is important that the brushes be changed when they become worn down to prevent damage to your dryer motor brushes are maintenance components and are not covered under the warranty We suggest checking the motors brushes after every 500 hours of dryer use Please see section on BRUSHES in this manual fo
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