Manual

Page 19 of 64 General Machine Products Co., Inc.
6. OPERATING PROCEDURE
CABLE BLOWING
1. Position the Cable Blowing Machine in line with the proposed sub-duct.
2. Adjust the mounting frame to the desired height and angle by means of the front frame
supports. Withdraw the front “R” clip and retaining pin while supporting the weight of the
cable-blowing unit. Raise or lower the blowing unit and locate onto the support bar for the
desired position. Refit the retaining pin and “R” clip. Alternatively the blowing unit may be
detached from the trolley frame by withdrawing both “R” clips and retaining pins, while
supporting the weight of the blowing unit. The blowing unit can then be located in a trench,
manhole (depending on size) or at ground level. Ensure the blowing unit is stable and the
electronic panel is not immersed in water.
3. If trolley mounted, stabilize the frame on uneven ground by adjusting the height on the piv-
oting feet at the rear of the unit and locking in position.
Note: Care should be taken when wheeling the trolley around not to catch the ad-
justable feet pads on curbs or boulders, this may damage the pivoting foot.
4. Position the cable drum some 20 to 25 ft. (6 to 8 meters) directly behind and in line with
the cable blowing machine. (Cable carrying device to be suitably leveled and restrained).
5. Ensure the battery is fully charged before commencement of installation. The battery is
charged with the supplied charger thru the jack located on the right of the control panel.
6. Open tractor drive and unscrew retaining knobs on
the air chamber.
7. Open the air chamber lid on the pivot bolts.
Clean any debris, sludge, dirt, water, lubricant, etc.
from the air chamber, frame housing and cable intake
guide bracket assembly each time before use.
Lubricate both chains before use.
Clean both tractor drive belts before use.
Ensure cord seals are intact and not damaged
It is imperative that all persons using, operating or maintaining this cable blowing ma-
chine be fully trained and competent and authorized to do so and have read the entire
operation manual.
General Machine Products Co., Inc. and CBS Products Ltd, CANNOT BE HELD RE-
SPONSIBLE FOR MISUSE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.