Intec K30000-01 Installation Guide
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1. 13 139 Sass 7 2 AGITATOR MTR p BLOWERS Gm Ss z N 1 i Sk ul BLOWER TO REMOTE CORD sw 0 RED is 1 BK 2 WHT GRN AGITATOR EN CORD 18 4 100 FT FORCE 3 20 4 0DP Electrical Drawings Cont 110V STD CONTROL WITH NO VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL BLK sin RED H H BLOWERS AGIT FUSES MOTOR 9 5 S 43 m m x x ee 818 B 23 WHT Hiec pp REI CONTACTOR u 21 I H HN AT TRANSFORMER2. 9 0 FORCE Instruction Manual 3771 Monarch Street Frederick CO 80530 www inteccorp com Local 303 833 6644 Fax 303 833 6650 Toll Free 800 666 1611 FORCE 3 20 40DP Table of Contents Machine InfOFtBAatiOri et t ipte eere Ho bx Heg 2 TAP OGU Lay PETER TEE 3 Specifications ed aa dee atl pts 4 Electrical 5 iw 7 How the System Works uuu un 8 Set Up and Operation bates tetendit 10 Safety First EE 11 Operational Guidelines u det 14 Sidewall Tech Notes ii 15 Operating With a Generator Using Additional Extension Code 17 19 Troubleshooting hee ha cadis 23 Making a Claim for Damage or Loes 28 hn pe EET 29 How to Receive Replacement Parts Under Warranty 31 m TRES 32 ioc A 34 1 Rev 3 06 Kaka I ll VW Intec appreciates your business Thank you for purchasing an Intec insulation system Since 1977 both professional contractors and do it yourself equipment users have looked to Intec as the industry leader in the design and manufacture of innovative portable insulation blowing equipment We take pride in making your job as easy and profitabl
3. O 24 veo Hz 9 paf BLOWERS AGITATOR E U TO FLANGE 120 V 60 Hz iM P AGITATOR g ji BLOWERS NE REMOTE BOX et S j 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 B 9 f X d IEREBEDEBDENE Bi Sc BLOWER SW TO REMOTE CORD RED rd HL A AGITATOR sw REMOTE CORD 18 4 100 FT 6 FORCE 3 Electrical Drawings Cont d Item QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION X M 21008 03 Remote Cord 18 4 x 100 BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Remote control operation When starting the machine FIRST TURN ON THE BLOWER then the agitator When shutting the machine off FIRST TURN OFF THE AGITATOR then the blower NOTE Do not allow the agitator to run for more than 5 minutes without the blower running or damage may occur to the blower motor Remote Box 3 4 Molded Remote Box Shield 3 4 Molded Remote Box Toggle Switch Seal witch Assm Field Replacement Remote Box Molded 8 32 x 3 8 Screw Remote Cord Assm Molded 18 4 x 100 ANTES DE UTILIZAR EL EQUIPO Funcionamiento del control remoto Cuando arranque el equipo PRIMERO ENCIENDA EL COMPRESOR y luego el agitador Cuando apague el equipo PRIMERO APAGUE EL AGITADOR y luego el compresor IMPORTANTE no permita q
4. switch Have the system m by a qualified technician Call Intec for nearest service center location Pull test all wires and tighten all screws 9 e F 0 0 I u ad E 0 e 0 U z ja 0 Q I i u ul D 0 b FORCE 3 2090010 Troublesbooting Cont Problem Cause Remedy Agitator does not operate Remote box cord switch failed and or remote cord wire conductor has failed Contactor coil inside electrical failed Bolt on agitator is missing or has sheared off Machine makes a ratchet Sprockets out of alignment ing noise when turned on Low voltage contactor chattering 24 Disconnect electrical from power source Using a volt meter test switch for conti nuity if switch is good check each individual con ductor in remote cord Replace failed component with original factory part Have the system inspected by a Biever technician Call Intec for nearest service center location Remove insulation locate 9 16 bolt head located on the outside of the agitator assembly If bolt is missing align the hole in agitator to the shaft and insert new 3 8 16 bolt grade 5 better into threaded area Tighten bolt using wrench If bolt has sheared off locate bolt in shaft drill hole in bolt and use easy out to remove Easy out is a trade name for a device that assists the removal of bolts It can be purchased ot many hardware sto
5. 20 40DP Maintenance Cont BLOWER BRUSH amp REPLACEMENT The FORCE 3 blowers use carbon brushes for operation These brushes need to be periodically inspected to ensure high performance Replace brushes if they are 3 8 inch or shorter Failure to replace short brushes may cause irreversible damage to the motor Motor air intake RT d Blower brush 2 brushes per blower motor Vacuum air intake 22 FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP Troublesbooting Problem Cause Remedy Agitator does not operate Power cord is not receiving electricity Loose power cord and or extension cord Electrical panel Rocker switch is not in the on position Jam of material between the blade of the agitator and airlock or sidewall Start capacitor failure on agitator motor Main panel rocker switch for agitator motor has failed Loose wire inside electrical system Loose wire at electrical terminal strip Check circuit breaker or fuse box at electrical source Check to make sure all cord ends are in good physical condition and are in good electrical condition Depress rocker switch on electrical panel to the on position Disconnect electrical rom power source Remove material in hopper locate jam and or remove foreign object Have capacitor replaced by a qualifie technician Call Intec for nearest service center location Replace with original factory part rocker
6. Remedy Agitator trips circuit breaker at main panel Blower trips circuit break er at power source Operator in attic keeps getting shocked Low voltage Incorrect size extension cord Forcing material into hopper Wet insulation recycled material in hopper Worn or frozen agitator airlock bearing Low voltage caused by insufficient sized wire to outlet Low voltage Incorrect extension cord Static electricity buildup from insulation 27 FORCE 3 requires a mini mum of 36 amps 115V Relocate power cord s to 20 amp circuit s For an additional 50 use 10 3 cord For 100 use 8 3 cord Do not push down on insu lation while filling hopper See page 16 for further information Use a 50 50 mix of we to dry material Have bearing checked and replaced by a qualified technician Use generator no smaller than 12 5 KW Consult factory for proper sizing Blower requires a minimum of 20 amps 115V Use a dedicated refrigerator outlet or equivalent For an additional 50 use 10 3 cord For 100 use 8 3 cord Mix half and half solution of water and fabric softener Mist insulation while load ing hopper Note excess moisture will cause jam ming e H d e F 0 0 d u al 8 0 x 5 0 ul K 0 d 0 i lt g Z Y FORCE 3 20 4 0DP Making a Claim for Damage or Loss These go
7. electrical power Redistribute materi al in hopper Reconnect to electrical power and start up machine Replace with original factory part Push to reset Disconnect electrical power Remove insulation material from hopper locate foreign object in airlock and remove e 0 z ja 0 0 I u D 0 K e 0 d e F 0 0 I u ul E Q FORCE 3 20 4 0DP Troublesbooting Cont Problem Cause Remedy Blower does not operate Blower switch on main panel is off Blown fuse Remote switch for blower motor has failed Loose power cord extension cord at electrical system Loose wire in electrical system Worn brushes in blower motor Worn brushes on blower motor Connection between blower housing and airlock leaking 26 Depress switch to on use remote box switch to operate Remove panel below electri cal control Locate blower fuse s and replace with 15 amp slo blo type fuse Replace with original factory part Check condition of electrical plug Have the system inspected and repaired by a qualified technician See page 23 of this manual for further instructions Have the brushes inspected and replaced by a qualified technician Replace all brushes on both blower motors Check hose clamps if loose tighten FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP Troublesbooting Cont Problem Cause
8. hopper while the machine is operating Keep tools and foreign objects out of the hopper Clean all material out of the hopper and the hose after each use Never leave the machine unattended during operation Disconnect all power to the machine when unattended Never operate equipment while standing in water as electrical shock may result Always use grounded extension cords when operating equipment Never operate the equipment with the access panels off possible injury may occur Disconnect all power cords extension cords prior to working on the equipment failure to do so may result in injury or death ul e d ul E 0 d E e 0 ul a 6 FORCE 3 20 40DpP Operational Guidelines BLOWING SIDEWALLS CELLULOSE When blowing sidewalls use the following settings and recommen dations as guidelines Settings may change from job to job material to material or nozzle to nozzle Hose length and humidity may affect your results Two hole method standard wall construction 2 x 4 x 16 on center Air setting 100 Hole size Slide gate opening 21 4 a 2 5 8 1 Keeping the material level consistent in the hopper will aid in achieving good sidewall densities A gradual transition in hose size will aid in the material flow and help eliminate clogging Start at the machine with 50 of 3 hose connect 50 of 2 7 next and then connect 50 of 2 Use hose reducers and clamps to connect the ho
9. never need maintenance GEARBOX The gearbox is sealed for life and should not require any maintenance Periodically remove buildup of insulation dust from gearbox case to prevent overheating and ensure trouble free life BLOWERS Keeping the blowers clean will help reduce the likelihood of overheating Overheating will cause damage to the bearings and motor windings The blowers have two filters The air intake is for cooling the motor and is located on top of the motor the vacuum fan intake is located on the underneath side of the machine and has a metal filter to protect the fan blade from picking up large particles of insulation The motor filter should be cleaned twice a week using compressed air to remove dust or wash in water and dry before using It is recommended that the motor filter be changed every month The filters which are knee high panty hose can be purchased at any local grocery store The vacuum fan filter vacuum filter is located on the underneath side of the frame and should be cleaned weekly Vacuum fan filter reach underneath the blower mounting plate and locate the frame of the metal filter push outer edge of frame towards airlock until it stops pull down on filter to remove To clean use soap amp water and allow to dry for 24 hours or use compressed air to blow out 21 e H d u d e 4 e u 2 q 2 e 0 g u 2 4 e u 2 4 2
10. number below for further instructions Upon return of this form and or the damaged merchandise by the carrier we will send you a replacement or credit your account Do not return any merchandise through the U S Post Office MERCHANDISE HAS AN OBVIOUS MANUFACTURER S DEFECT IS THE WRONG ITEM OR HAS ITEMS MISSING Notify by phone fax or mail Shipping Department listed below MERCHANDISE IS PERSONALLY UNSATISFACTORY TO YOU You may return the merchandise along with a RMA number on the outside of the carton and a copy of your invoice to the Shipping Department at the address provided below Upon its return intact we will send a refund or credit your account A restocking fee may be charged 29 e 0 g h e K ja u FORCE 3 20 40DpP Returns Cont SHIPMENTS TO FACTORY All shipments to the factory must have a RMA number on the outside of the carton You will be given a RMA number when you contact the Sales or the Shipping Department The RMA is the only way to track and assure that your request is handled properly If you received an invoice with your merchandise please include a copy of the invoice with all returned materials Your Name Phone Address State Zip Your Comments Invoice Number RMA number Shipping Department Ph 1 303 833 6644 INTEC 1 800 666 1611 3771 Monarch Street Fax 1 303 833 6650 Frederick CO 80530 E mail info inteccorp com 30 FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP How to Rece
11. recommended that you test a small area of wall section to determine optimum machine settings before starting a job Loading of the hopper can affect the desired wall spray job we recommend that when loading the hopper DO NOT dispense wet material into an empty hopper doing so may clog hose Dispense wet material on top of dry material and allow the agitator to blend the materials Hose length and nozzle orifice size and design play a key role to a successful application Depending on the nozzle you select will determine how to set up the machine General guideline for setting your machine up are 100 feet of 2 or 2 1 2 hose variable speed setting of 80 100 with the slide gate 1 4 1 3 open When using 2 or 2 1 2 hose we recommend using an insert tube PN 22049 06 to enhance setup and reduce the likely hood of clogging the hose For further information on Cellulose Wall Spray or Spray On applications consult Intec or your local supplier of material FIGURING WALL CAVITY AREA Measure wall cavity in inches Multiply depth x width x height divide by 1728 Example 3 12 x 14 12 x 92 58 4700 CI 1728 2 72 cubic feet 1728 is the number of cubic inches per cubic foot 16 FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP Operating With a Generator Using Additional Extension Cords USING A GENERATOR Both the Force 3 3 0 amp 4 0 DP operate best when using a use a commercial sized generator The start up requirement for both Force 3 machines is 10 5KW No
12. 05000 How System Works Cont VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL V S C The variable speed control regulates the airflow of the blowers This feature is used when applying spraywall material or dense packing sidewalls GEARBOX The gearbox is driven by the agitator motor and rotates both the agitator and airlock components This gearbox is permanently lubed for life and does not require any lube change Periodically remove build up of insulation dust on gearbox and agitator motor to prevent overheating REMOTE CONTROL The remote cord is 100 or 150 in length and is permanently attached to the machine The operator can control both on off functions of each motor with the remote cord and in an emergency the operator on the ground can shut the machine off by using the main electrical switches HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS CONT SLIDE GATE The slide gate regulates the amount of material entering the airlock To increase material flow pull slide gate out to decrease material flow push slide gate in 2 0 5 0 2 E P FORCE 3 20 40DP Set Up and Operation OPERATION The FORCE 3 is designed to handle bulk packaged insulation material As material is loaded into the hopper the agitator breaks up and conditions the material for proper density while sweeping the material down into the airlock The airlock rotates the material 180 degrees from the lower hopper opening into the ai
13. al purchaser shall be returned properly identified to Manufacturer s factory or Authorized Factory Service facility freight prepaid All replacement repaired or non defective parts will be returned to purchaser freight collect Manufacturer will supply replacement parts prior to purchaser freight collect Manufacturer will supply replacement parts prior to receipt of any parts claimed defective only with the understanding that such replacement parts will be shipped to purchaser at the then prevailing price of said part C O D freight collect Manufacturer will reimburse cost of any such part only after receipt and inspection and finding said part defective e Manufacturer s liability is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of defective parts set forth in this Warranty All other damages and warranties statutory or otherwise being waived are original purchaser as a condition of sale and purchase of said machines Furthermore the Manufacturer shall not be liable for damages or delays caused by defective material or workmanship gt 2 H U gt E S gt E E ul E 2 0 FORCE 3 20 40DP A Glossary R VALUE The resistance R to heat or cold The higher the R Value the greater the resistance and the better the insulation factor SETTLEMENT Insulation will settle after being blown The FORCE 3 blows near settled density Consult the chart on the material bag for coverage and install accordin
14. ds inside of the hopper while the machine is operating If a foreign object is dropped into the hopper immediately shut the machine off unplug the power to the machine and remove the foreign object Do not overload the hopper or place objects other than insulation material into hopper as this may cause personal injury or possible machine failure Never wear loose clothing while running this machine LOADING THE HOPPER When loading the machine empty only one bag at a time into the hopper to prevent overloading of agitator motor Wait until half of the contents have been used before adding more material Cellulose can be loaded by placing the bag on the hopper struts and cutting the bag open length wise using a retractable razor knife Once the bag has been cut dispense the material into the hopper and allow the agitator to feed the material into the airlock Cut all bags of fiberglass into three equal sections width wise Load each section separately allowing the material to be broken up before loading additional material Note To facilitate loading of fiberglass insulation hopper struts may be removed First Cut Second Cut 12 FORCE 3 20 Safety First A P Pb P P P pb When working with insulation always wear a long sleeve shirt gloves and a hat Wear goggles or safety glasses for eye protection and a 3M brand 8710 nose mouth mask or equivalent for respiratory protection Never put your hands into the
15. ds per cavity 1 7 lbs 4 65 pounds Average yield with JM Climate Pro 5 8 cavities per 25 5 pound bag CertainTeed InsulSafe SP 31 pound bag Wall pack density Pounds per cavity 1 8 lbs 5 04 pounds Average yield with CertainTeed InsulSafe SP 6 15 cavities per 31 pound bag Above examples may differ due to change in material design Consult the individual insulation manufacturer for more information FIBERGLASS WET SPRAY COVERAGE Guardian Attic Guard PLUS 33 pound bag Wall pack density Pounds per cavity 2 2 pound 6 16 pounds Average yield per bag 5 36 cavities per 33 pound bag Use a minimum of 100 of hose for proper conditioning For additional information on Attic Guard PLUS contact Guardian Fiberglass 800 748 0035 and ask for technical assistance 15 u 0 2 d g 9 e 0 d u ja 0 2 IL u u al d 5 u FORCE 3 20 40DP Sidewall Tecb Notes Cont CELLULOSE WET SPRAY Your Force 3 can apply both wall spray and spray on materials There are many different types of material for these applications and depending upon the material your results will differ The Force 3 has been designed to apply most materials and can recycle up to 50 50 blend of Dry Wet cellulose material Using recycled material will change the speed of the material traveling through the hose and will change the impact velocity and thus the density of the material being sprayed It is
16. e as possible The right system for your needs Intec strives to provide you with the best combination of portability functionality and installation versatility to surpass your desired success From lightweight polyethylene units with removable hoppers to larger units with increased production rates and installation versatility all of our durable systems are made to maximize your profit generating potential Best in class Customer Service Total ease of use extends beyond your initial purchase of an Intec system to your evolving needs thru the entire lifecycle Both before and after the sale service is important to keep you running at peak operating capabilities Intec s technical team provides installation assistance in addition to maintenance suggestions and trouble shooting support In addition to blowing machines Intec produces a range of accessories that will increase your productivity when dense packing damp spraying and installing net and blow Thank you for partnering with Intec We appreciate the confidence and trust you have placed in us and wish you many profit generating opportunities Ray Lavallee President 2 E Q 5 Z 4 roRCE 3 z20 40D el Specifications gt Height 51 129 cm d Width 31 76 Length 53 130 cm E Weight 350 Ibs 130kg g Hopper capacity 75 lbs 27kg pu Hose size 3 7 35 mm 8 Blower 5 7 diameter 2 stage 3 0 PSI 2 blowers Blowe
17. gly COVERAGE Every bag of material comes with a coverage chart detailing R Value ratings Average ratings for various materials are Cellulose R 37 per inch Rockwool R 7 2 6 per inch Fiberglass R 22 per inch CFM Blowers are measured by Cubic Feet per Minute A low CFM blower reduces dust when blowing insulation into an attic The FORCE 3 features the lowest CFM of all insulation blowing machines minimizing the dust PSI Blowers are also rated by Pounds of force per Square Inch A high PSI does a better job of blowing insulation the The F 3 3 0 produce 3 0 PSI while the F 3 4 0 DP produces a PSI of 4 0 BRIDGING A pocket of air or void created by improper agitation in the hopper A bridge can stop production until cleared The FORCE 3 is designed with a non bridging hopper However you may experience a temporary bridge while using your machine Waiting a few seconds will most likely clear a temporary bridge If not unplug your machine and redistribute the material in the hopper VENTILATION Proper airflow requires one square foot of air movement for every 150 square feet of attic area 34 FORCE 3 205000 A Glossary Cont COMMON INSULATION VALUES l 2 0 g E H 0 ul 0 Material Thickness R Value Air Space 1 1 01 Cellulose loose fill d 3 70 Celotex 1 3 03 Concrete block 8 hollow 1 11 Fiberglass batt 11 0 Fiberglass batt 8 19 0 Fiberglass loose fill 22 Roc
18. home center OPERATION BY REMOTE Position both switches on the main electrical panel to the on position to allow control of the machine via the remote cord 10 FORCE 3 205000 Set Up and Operation Cont OPERATION FROM ELECTRICAL PANEL Position both switches on the remote cord to the on position to allow control of the machine at the main electrical panel BLOWING IN THE ATTIC Start the job at the farthest point from the entrance of the attic and work your way back to the entrance Use the shortest hose possible to ensure maximum production and use the slide gate to optimize the air to product ratio Blow the material at waist level and parallel to the joists to the desired depth Using the remote cord turn on or off the desired motor to assist you in moving around the attic Do not use less than 100 feet of blowing hose Failure to do so will cause improper coverage and conditioning of material FIBERGLASS SETUP When blowing premium blowing wool i e Certainteed Insul Safe IV Guardian Prowhite III or Johns Manville Climate Pro it is strongly recommended that 150 of hose be used The extra 50 section allows for additional conditioning of the material which is beneficial for proper density and coverage For optimum results use 3 hose for the first 100 and reduce down to 2 7 for the last 50 This hose configuration helps attain maximum conditioning giving the operator maximum loft at the end of the hose Do not
19. ion we will send the part to you at the prevailing price under your current terms When we receive your defective part and a warranty decision is made INTEC will either issue a credit to your account or return the failed part to you Shipping Department Ph 1 303 833 6644 INTEC 1 800 666 1611 3771 Monarch Street Fax 1 303 833 6650 Frederick CO 80530 E mail infoGinteccorp com 31 E ja 5 gt D m 2 E x i ja 2 2 x gt x 9 5 9 L gt 2 4 2 FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP Warranty It is expressly understood and agreed that no officer agent salesman or employee of the manufacturer INTEC has the authority to obligate the Manufacturer by any terms stipulations or conditions not herein expressed that all previous representations and agreements either verbal or written referring to the machinery and equipment which is the subject of this Warranty are hereby superseded and canceled and that there are no promises or agreements outside of the Warranty agreement Furthermore the Manufacturer hereby disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose With the above understanding the Manufacturer s FORCE 3 insulation blowing machine is sold with the following one 1 YEAR Limited Warranty and no other a Manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that the machine is well made of g
20. ive Replacement Parts Under Warranty When you call INTEC please have available the model number and serial number of your machine as well as a description of the defective part or an explanation of the defect We will give you a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number and instructions to return the defective part All shipments to INTEC must be sent via UPS except in the case of complete machines when a common carrier should be used The warranty on your machine does not cover freight or labor charges shipments must be freight prepaid No freight collect shipments will be accepted without prior approval Your RMA number must appear on the outside of any returned cartons We assume no responsibility for incoming lost or untraceable shipments RMA numbers expire 30 days after issue date Shipments beyond the 30 day expiration may not be credited We will repair or replace at our option any returned part found to be defective in materials or workmanship under the terms of our limited warranty Repaired or replaced parts will be returned to you freight collect If we determine the part failure was due to misuse alteration negligence accident or operating beyond rated capacity we will contact you At your option we will send you a new part at the prevailing price or return the failed part to you shipments from the factory are sent freight collect If you require a replacement part prior to a warranty decis
21. kwool batt CH 11 0 Rockwool loose fill 2 60 Plywood y 62 Polyurethane board 1 6 25 Vermiculite 1 213
22. lectricity or not If the LED is glowing green then power is present if not check power cord to ensure that it is plugged in at the wall outlet or check for tripped circuit breaker Rocker switches in the remote box may need to be replaced from time to time When replacing the switches make sure to replace them with the same rated switch to ensure proper operation of the machine Use only 15A or 20A 110V rated switch Failure to do so may cause electrical failure AIRLOCK amp SEALS The airlock is one of the most important items to keep in good condition Foreign objects in the airlock chamber can cause damage and reduce the production of the machine The most common failure in the airlock is the seal of the airlock vane to hold the compression from the blower Failure of this seal will cause blow back of air into the upper hopper and reduce production It is recommended that the seals be visually inspected for cuts and tears each week to ensure proper running condition Airlock seals should be replaced every 300 hours or once a year 19 e 0 g u g e E e u 2 2 FORCE 3 20 40DP Maintenance Cont AIRLOCK SEAL REPLACEMENT Removing airlock rotor assembly Prior to replacing the airlock seals make sure all electrical power to the machine is discon nected and the insulation material has been emptied Tools required Allen wrencb 7 16 socket ratchet and wrench 2 Phillips screwdriver Remove side panel
23. n bill When the number of containers is correct but there is indication of pilferage notify carrier in writing with a complete list of missing merchandise The consignee must file claims for loss or damage with the carrier We will assist you in every possible manner but cannot be responsible for the collection of a claim or the cost of replacement of the damaged goods If you have any questions regarding the above information please feel free to contact an INTEC representative Shipping Department Ph 1 303 833 6644 INTEC 1 800 666 1611 3771 Monarch Street Fax 1 303 833 6650 Frederick CO 80530 E mail infoGinteccorp com 28 FORCE 3 20 40D Returns We at INTEC sincerely hope the merchandise you have just received is in excellent condition and satisfies your expectations If not please read the instructions that apply to your particular situation MERCHANDISE IS DAMAGED If tbe carrier is UPS Keep the merchandise in the original packing materials and carton Call UPS office at 800 742 5877 or go to http www ups com content us en index jsx to notify them of the damaged package Fill out the information sheet on the following page and mail or fax it to the attention of the Shipping Department Upon return of this form and or the damaged merchandise we will send a replacement or credit your account Otber tban UPS Keep the merchandise in the original packing materials and carton Call the Shipping Department at the
24. ods were carefully packed and thoroughly inspected before leaving our factory The carrier upon acceptance of the shipment assumed responsibility for its safe delivery Inspect shipment carefully on the arrival for damage to contents shortages or equipment Save the container and packing material for inspection in case of damage Claims for loss or damage sustained in transit must therefore be made upon the carrier as follows 1 CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE Concealed loss or damage means loss or damage that does not become apparent until the merchandise has been unpacked The contents may be damaged in transit due to rough handling even though the carton may not show external damage When the damage is discovered upon unpacking make a written request for inspection by the carrier s agent within ten days of the delivery date Then file a claim with the carrier since such a claim is the carrier s responsibility 2 VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE Any external evidence of loss or damage must be noted on the freight bill or the express receipt and signed by the carriers agent Failure to adequately describe such external evidence of loss or damage may result in the carrier refusing to honor a damage claim The carrier will supply the form required to file such a claim SHORTAGE the number of containers in the shipment does not correspond with the transportation bill obtain carrier s notation of shortage and signature on transportatio
25. ood material and durable but only if the machine is operated and maintained in accordance with this Operator s Manual and the Maintenance Manual This Warranty is void if the machine is not so operated and maintained or if the machine is used for blowing materials other than those which are intended to be used with the machine b Manufacturer guarantees the machine to be free from manufacturing defects at the time of shipment and to remain free from defects when operated under normal use for a period of one 1 year from the date of factory shipment with the exception of the blowers electrical and air lock components which are warrantied for a period of ninety 90 days from date of factory shipment This Warranty shall not apply to any machine or component part which in the opinion of the Manufacturer has been altered subject to misuse negligence accident or operated beyond factory rated capacity All requested Warranty work should be performed at Manufacturer s factory or by an Authorized Factory Service Facility Failure to have the Warranty work done at Manufacturer s factory or by an Authorized Factory Service Facility will void this Warranty Manufacturer will bear full responsibility to repair or replace at its option without charge to the original purchaser any part that in the Manufacturer s opinion is found to be defective FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP One Year Warranty Cont d parts claimed defective by origin
26. ponent of the FORCE 3 where insulation is loaded 2 Frame Lower part of the machine that supports the entire machine 3 Side panels surround the outside of the machine to aid in protection during operation A Electrical on off function for both the blower and agitator motors FORCE 3 20 40DpP How tbe System Works AGITATOR The five arm agitator is essential in helping attain the high production f 8 rates by conditioning and sweeping the material into the airlock 1 AGITATOR MOTOR The agitator motor is attached to the gearbox which produces the torque to power the Agitator and Airlock components AIRLOCK airlock picks up and rotates the conditioned material into the air stream of the blowers Airlock seals must 0 2 7 f 2 Bs be inspected and maintained in order to ensure maximum blowing efficiency Keep all foreign objects out of airlock to prevent seal or airlock damage BLOWER S Force 3 3 0 uses two 128 CFM blowers to develop a minimum pressure of 3 0 The Force 3 4 0 DP uses two 115 CFM blowers to develop a minimum pressure of 4 0 The two blowers are housed in one assembly to create the needed airflow for the material to be discharged from the airlock The insulation material does not pass through the blower thus increasing the life of the machine FORCE 3 2
27. r 7 2 diameter 2 Stage 4 0 PSI 2 blowers Drive motor 1 4 HP Transmission Worm gear Chain Airlock 12 x 14 steel 6 vanes Electrical 3 0 version 115V 35 amp 60 Hz Electrical 4 0 DP version 115 V 41 Amps 2 60 Hz Agitator 5 blade Wheels 2 x 10 Poly Warranty One year limited 90 days electrical blower airlock system Note All specifications are subject to change without notice Width 30 FORCE 3 20 40DP Electrical Drawings 110V STD ELECTRICAL WITH VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL BLK Swi Se E AE E a 5 n VSC 1 VSG 2 FUSES BLOWERS esch ABIT CIRCUIT BREAKER RED MOTOR I RED HEAT SINK itemm lo g m KZ T CONTACTOR CONTACTOR OJ e ven He 9 BLOWERS NER SS Hz e AGITATOR H 2 u ul u TO FLANGE RECEPT 120 V BD Hz
28. re 3 Size Conductor AWG Amps 10 25 12 20 14 15 16 10 18 7 It is recommended that if you need additional cord to run the machine use the next gage size up Note in the electrical world the lower the gage number the larger the wire size Consult Intec for your specific needs or your local electrical distributor 18 FORCE 3 20 40D Maintenance Preventative maintenance will help ensure the FORCE 3 gives you many years of satisfactory use Clean the interior and exterior of the machine weekly to help maintain the longevity of the motor blowers gearbox and chain as well as the finish This machine has been designed to work in a dusty environment however without periodic cleaning and servicing the performance of the machine will decline or mechanical failure will occur Clean intake air filter and motor air filter at least once per week Intake air filter is located on the underneath side of the blowers CORDS AND SWITCHES The power cords remote cord and switches are subject to considerable wear and tear during normal operation Inspect all cords prior to use to ensure safe operation If any damage is observed be sure to repair it before operating the machine to avoid personal injury Note Do not pull on power while plugged into machine or damage may occur The Force 3 comes with two 10 3 power cords Each twist lock plug in has a built in LED indicator which will let the operator know if the power cord has e
29. res or car automotive store Locate set screws on sprock et s loosen set screw full turn re align sprock ets tighten set screws before operation Relocate power cord to another electrical outlet If additional extension cords are be used move machine closer to power source and use the supplied power cord which came with the machine FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP Troublesbooting Cont Problem Cause Remedy Decreased material throw from hose Machine does not run Air but no material comes out of hose Worn airlock seals Kink in hose Excess air leaking into hopper No power Power cord to blower inlet on machine not receiving electricity Slide gate closed Bridging air pocket in hopper Remote switch for agitator motor has failed Circuit breaker tripped on main panel Jam between blade of agitator and airlock 25 Inspect seals for tears or cuts See maintenance sec tion to replace Run hose as straight as pos sible to help maintain pro duction Inspect seals for tears or cuts See maintenance sec tion to replace Check source of electrical power Possible tripped cir cuit breaker Check and repair cord ends or check electrical inlet for loose con nection Check to make sure that LED indicators on both power cords are glowing Check circuit breaker at electrical panel Open to operating position Turn machine off Disconnect from
30. rflow created by the blower system which discharges the material through the hose As the material travels through the hose it is buffeted up against the interior sides of the hose to further conditioning of material ELECTRICAL HOOK UP Both power cords need to be plugged into two separate circuits that are independent of other equipment Both circuits need to be rated at 115VAC 20 Amp each in order for the machine to function properly Failure to use two independent circuits will result in continued tripping of circuit breakers within the electrical distri bution box or chattering of contactors relays When connecting the power cords to the machine make sure all the switches are in the off position Force 3 4 0 DP must be used on at least a 10 5KW generator This is due to the high current draw of the blowers HOSE HOOK UP Attach the 3 x 50 plastic hose to the outlet of the machine and secure the hose with a 3 inch hose clamp The length of hose does aid in the conditioning process and it is not recommended to use less then 100 of blowing hose You may use a maximum length of 200 of any one size of hose ATTIC PREPARATION Be sure that all chimneys flus and heat generating devices are not covered before insulating Attic chutes need to be installed for proper ventilation and portable lighting set up prior to installing Additional information on how to prepare your attic for insulation is available from your local building or
31. rmal running wattage for the Force 3 3 0 is 4025 watts and the 4 0 DP is 4680 Watts We recommend using a minimum wattage of 10 5KW While many brand name generators Honda Generac Yamaha Coleman are of high quality they are not commercial grade and are not built to handle the high in rush current that is needed to start the agitator motor Consult Intec for further information or your local generator reseller Using a generator of insufficient size will cause internal motor damage and will void machine warranty FORCE 3 MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS Blower 5 7 diameter 10 2 Amps 115 Volt x 2 blowers 20 4 Amps Blower 7 2 diameter 13 0 Amps 115 volt x 2 blowers 26 Amps GE model 0271 14 7 Amps 115 Volt Leeson model 11042000 17 2 Amps 115 Volt ADDITIONAL EXTENSION CORDS The FORCE 3 is supplied with the correct size power cords to deliver the proper voltage to the motors If you require additional extension cords please follow the table on page 18 A smaller sized extension cord is not advised and will lead to electrical or motor failure 17 N K 0 i ul 2 ul 0 amp 2 9 2 ul 0 USING ADDITIONAL EXTENSION CORDS CONT OPERATING WITH A GENERATOR K 0 g 2 9 2 m X ul 4 2 0 E 9 z 2 E FORCE 3 2 0 4 0DP Operating Witb a Generator Using Additional Extension Cords Cont Cord Current Capacities Type S amp SVT Wi
32. s from machine using the 2 Phillips screwdriver Locate the chain tensioner and use the 2 Phillips screwdriver and 7 16 wrench to loosen tension on chain Loosen the sprocket and bearing set screws using Allen wrench sprockets and bearings have 1 2 set screws On the opposite sides of the Rotation airlock loosen setscrews on bearing Using a 7 16 ratchet and wrench remove the bolts and nuts securing the end plate to the airlock and frame Remove end plate from airlock and remove the airlock rotor Note It is necessary to remove the sprocket and the chain before attempting repair Replacing Seals Remove all bolts and nuts from airlock rotor plates to remove the old airlock seals Insert new airlock seals in the plates and re attach all hardware Do not over tighten the bolts or you will distort the airlock seal and cause premature wear Spray WD 40 or equivalent into the airlock insert airlock rotor line up bolt holes and attach end plate Secure all fasteners on airlock align sprocket bearing and chain tensioner and tighten all setscrews Note It may be necessary to remove the bearing on end plate to ensure ease of installation of the airlock rotor Use 9 16 wrench to remove bearing 20 FORCE 3 0vu amp 0rP Maintenance Cont CHAIN TENSIONER The chain tension between the agitator and the airlock rotor is self adjusting and should
33. se making sure all connections are tight If clogging or less than satisfactory compaction occurs adjust the slide gate inward by 7 increments until the situation clears If the problem persists add an additional 50 of 2 hose and readjust the slide gate setting maximum hose length 200 feet BLOWING SIDEWALL DENSE PAK Drill two holes into the wall one 17 approx from the bottom and one 17 approx from the top of the cavity Always use the largest hole possible to prevent clogging Starting with the bottom hole put the insulation nozzle into the hole using the remote turn the blower on first then the agitator Fill the cavity until the material stops flowing turn off the agitator and allow the blower to push additional material into the wall Turn off the blower and wait until pressure in line has dissipated before removing the insulation nozzle Repeat the steps for filling the cavity through the top hole 14 FORCE 3 2089 4 0 DP Sidewall Tech Notes The information below is to be used as a guideline Results may differ due to construction amp material 2 x 4 x 16 on center 2 8 cubic feet per cavity CELLULOSE COVERAGE 1 6 pound material density 18 7 pound bag Wall pack density Pounds per cavity 4 0 lbs 11 2 pounds 3 5 165 9 8 pounds 3 0 165 8 4 pounds Average yield with cellulose 1 9 cavities per 18 7 pound bag FIBERGLASS COVERAGE Johns Manville Climate Pro 25 5 pound bag Wall pack density Poun
34. ue el agitador funcione por m s de 5 minutos sin que el compresor est en funcionamiento de lo contrario se pueden producir da os en el motor del compresor o o 2 lt 9 D ke ul FORCE 3 20 40DpP The System Three sub systems make up your FORCE 3 THE AGITATOR AND AIRLOCK The FORCE 3 uses a 1 Zhp motor and is coupled to a worm gearbox to reduce the speed of the motor and increase torque In addition to the motor and gearbox chain and sprockets are used to further reduce the speed of the airlock THE BLOWER MOTOR S The FORCE 3 3 0 is equipped with two 5 7 128 CFM three stage blowers to push the material through the hose and into the attic with optimum pressure and output The Force 3 4 0 DP is equipped with two 116 CFM two stage blowers which produce over 4 0 PSI through the airlock ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The FORCE 3 3 0 requires 2 separate dedicated 20 amp grounded circuits Low voltage or amperage may likely cause tripping blowing of house circuit breakers or chattering of contactor relay The Force 3 4 0 DP requires 2 dedicated circuits 20 amp 30 amp Due to the high current draw of this machine you will need to use a 10 5KW generator to properly operate it Never attempt to operate the FORCE 3 in standing water Always disconnect all power to the equipment before attempting repair otherwise bodily injury or death may result THE PARTS 1 Hopper upper com
35. use your hand at the end of the hose to direct material as this affects the conditioning process and is not recommended by the insulation manufacturers CELLULOSE SETUP When blowing light density cellulose it is recommended that the operator use a minimum of 100 of 3 hose allowing for the extra conditioning of the material needed to achieve the proper density and coverage If coverage is not per the manufacturer s specifications on the bag reduce the slide gate opening by 2596 and add an additional 50 of 3 hose Note Some cellulose materials are manufactured by injecting liquid into the paper to make the cellulose fire retardant This may cause poor or low coverage of the material during colder seasons as the material can freeze and become chunky If you continue to experience poor coverage after reducing the 11 F 2 0 g 2 0 ul 0 2 amp F ul i 2 0 g 2 0 ul B 0 2 4 E P ul FORCE 3 205000 Set Up and Operation Cont slide gate and adding additional hose contact the cellulose manufacturer for additional information and recommendations HOPPER SAFETY Safety is the most important consideration when using any machine Failure to follow safety precautions may result in permanent injury or possible machine failure Follow all safety rules provided by the manufacturer of the insulation material including wearing protective masks or respirators Do not put han
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