Inline Centrifugal Fan Installation and Operation Model #: ____________ Owner’s Manual PNEG-119 Date: 03-11-13 PNEG-119
Fan Check List 1. All wire connections. 2. Tip clearance on blade. 3. Fan blade torqued to torque specs. 4. Grill guard in place and tight. 5. Fuse in place, extra fuse provided. 6. Motor rotation correct. 7. Contactor engages properly. 8. Running amperage. 9. Vibration. 10. All fasteners tight. 11. Indicator light. 12. All decals and serial number tag. 13. Aesthetic appearance. 14. Manual.
Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................4 Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 4 Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................................
1. Safety Safety Guidelines This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand. This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections.
1. Safety Fan Operation Thank you for choosing a GSI Group product. It is designed to give excellent performance and service for many years. This manual describes the operation of the Inline Fan. Many models are available to accommodate different types of grain conditioning. This product is intended for the use of conditioning grain only. Any other use is a misuse of the product. This product has sharp edges, which may cause serious injury.
1. Safety Install and Operate Electrical Equipment Properly Electrical controls should be installed by a qualified electrician and must meet the standards set by the National Electrical Code and all local and state codes. Disconnect and lock out all power sources before installing wires/cables or servicing equipment. Electric Shock Hazard Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
2. Safety Alert Decals The GSI Group recommends contacting the local power company and having a representative survey the installation so the wiring is compatible with their system and adequate power is supplied to the unit. All precautions should be taken when lifting and/or moving. Use at least two men when moving the unit anywhere. The safety pages that follow are to show you where you can find the safety decals. The photographs show exactly where the decals should be.
2. Safety Alert Decals WARNING Stay clear of rotating blade. Blade could start automatically. Can cause serious injury. Disconnect power before servicing.
3. Installation Instructions Fan Pad Location Fan pad should be poured level with top of bin foundation for all Inline Fans 18" through 28" diameter. Fan should be centered on center line of bin. Front of pad should be perpendicular to bin wall. Recommended thickness for fan pad is 4" minimum. IMPORTANT: Fan pad and fan must be level and smooth for proper operation. Vibration problems can result from improper fan leveling.
3. Installation Instructions Installation 1. Be sure that the disconnect and the fan are well grounded. See machine to earth ground on Page 13. IMPORTANT: All fans with controls use 120 volt control circuit. Neutral must be supplied on 230 volt 1 and 3 Phase models for unit to operate. 2. Rotate the fan blade to be sure that it revolves easily and does not rub the housing. 3. Check all fasteners on motor mounts, fan blades and other bolted items to make sure they are tight.
4. Fan Specifications Figure 4A Fan 18'' Diameter 24'' Diameter 28'' Diameter A (Bolt Circle) 19-7/16" 25-3/4" 30" B (Inside Diameter) 18-1/4" 24-1/4" 28-1/4" 11-13/16" 15-3/8" 18-1/8" 24-3/8" 25-1/4" 29-1/8" C (CL to Bottom of Leg) D (Length) Fan Electrical Specifications Fan Horsepower RPM Phase 1.5 3 3450 3450 1 3 1 3 Volts 230 230 460 575 230 230 460 575 Full Load Amps 12.5 8.2 4.1 1.8 18.5 7.6 3.
4. Fan Specifications Fan Horsepower RPM Phase 10 15 3450 3450 3450 1 3 1 3 1 3 Volts 230 230 460 575 230 230 460 575 230 230 460 575 Full Load Amps 30 18 9 6 38 23 11.5 9.
5. Fan Installation Use a #6 or approved size bare copper ground wire. Install a 5/8" diameter 8' long copper-clad ground rod, 2' away from the foundation and 1' below the surface of the ground or in accordance with local requirements.
5. Fan Installation Proper Installation of the Ground Rod (Ground rods and wires are not supplied by GSI.) It is recommended that the rod not be driven into dry ground. The following steps ensure proper ground rod installation: 1. Dig a hole large enough to hold 1 to 2 gallons of water. 2. Fill hole with water. 3. Insert rod through water and jab it into the ground. 4.
6. Fan Operation Start-Up On initial start-up of the fan, run it momentarily to make sure that the fan blade is rotating in the proper direction and airflow is correct. If not, change motor direction using instructions on the motor. Proper installation and start-up ensures many years of trouble-free operation. Maintaining Grain Quality To properly maintain the quality of stored grain, it is necessary to keep the grain dry, cool and insect free. Any one of these problems can contribute to spoilage.
6. Fan Operation Approximate Allowable Holding Time for Field-Shelled Corn, to Maintain Grade* Grain Temperature 15% Days 18% Days 20% Days 22% Days 24% Days 26% Days 28% Days 30% Days 40°F 898 195 85 54 38 28 24 20 50°F 451 102 46 28 19 16 13 11 60°F 242 63 26 16 10 8 6.5 5.5 70°F 147 37 13 8 5 4 3.5 3 80°F 109 27 10 6 4 3 2.5 2 *Allowable holding time for field-shelled corn at various grain temperatures and moisture.
7. Fan Service Motors used in fan units are all standard NEMA frame motors and are specially designed for use in crop drying applications. Replacement parts for these motors are handled by authorized service stations of the various motor manufacturers. 1. Always disconnect and lock out power before working on or around fan motor and electrical components. 2. Malfunctioning electrical components should be checked by a qualified electrician. 3.
8. User Servicing Instructions and Troubleshooting Hub Bolt Torque Requirement for Fan Blades 18"-1.5 HP through 18" 3 HP..........................12 ft. lbs. (Browning) 24"-7 HP through 28" 15 HP...........................16 ft. lbs. (Browning) Important Information Regarding Fuse Replacement This product employs overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload or short circuit situation. If the fuse blows, disconnect all power to the product.
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10. Wiring Diagrams 1 Phase 230 Volt Wiring Diagram and Parts Ref # Part # Description 1 C-8707 Mounting Plate 2 E160-1137 Ground Lug 3 C-8718 Single Pole Fuse Block 4 C-8719 2A Slow Blow Fuse 5 C-8715 Fuse Puller 6 C-8716 ON/OFF Switch Assembly 7 056-1941-6 3 HP 230V 1 PH Contactor 7 056-2078-7 5 HP 230V 1 PH Contactor 7 056-1994-6 7.
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10. Wiring Diagrams 3 Phase 230 Volt Wiring Diagram and Parts Ref # Part # Description 1 C-8707 Mounting Plate 2 E160-1137 Ground Lug 3 C-8716 ON/OFF Switch Assembly 4 C-8718 Single Pole Fuse Block 5 C-8719 2A Slow Blow Fuse 6 C-8717 Cable Tie 7 C-8715 Fuse Puller 8 056-1949-9 3 HP 230V 3 PH Contactor 8 056-1969-7 5 HP 230V 3 PH Contactor 8 056-2078-7 7.
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10. Wiring Diagrams 3 Phase 460 Volt Wiring Diagram and Parts Ref # Part # Description 1 C-8707 Mounting Plate 2 C-8715 Fuse Puller 3 C-8716 ON/OFF Switch Assembly 4 C-8719 2A Slow Blow Fuse 5 C-8720 Class CC Slow Blow Fuse 6 E160-1137 Ground Lug 7 C-8717 Cable Tie 8 056-2110-7 Side Mount Contact 9 S-1158 Screw, TCSF #8-32 x 1/2" PHP ZN 10 056-1948-1 3 HP 460V 3 PH Contactor 10 056-1949-9 5 HP 460V 3 PH Contactor 10 056-1949-9 7.
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10. Wiring Diagrams 3 Phase 575 Volt Wiring Diagram and Parts Ref # Part # Description 1 C-8707 Mounting Plate 2 C-8715 Fuse Puller 3 C-8716 ON/OFF Switch Assembly 4 C-8719 2A Slow Blow Fuse 5 C-8720 Class CC Slow Blow Fuse 6 E160-1137 Ground Lug 7 C-8717 Cable Tie 8 056-2110-7 Side Mount Contact 9 S-1158 Screw, TCSF #8-32 x 1/2" PHP ZN 10 056-1948-1 3 HP 575V 3 PH Contactor 10 056-1949-9 5 HP 575V 3 PH Contactor 10 056-1942-4 7.
NOTES 28 PNEG-119 Inline Centrifugal Fan
11. Warranty GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty The GSI Group, LLC (“GSI”) warrants products which it manufactures to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal usage and conditions for a period of 12 months after sale to the original end-user or if a foreign sale, 14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable regulations, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. GSI Group 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 www.gsiag.
