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Westeel 3HP Installation And Operation Manual

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AXIAL FLOW AERATION FAN
MODELS: 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & PARTS MANUAL
Important: Read and Save These Instructions
Read this manual before using product. Failure
to follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
damage. Keep manual for future reference.
Part Number: 198941
INSTALLATION AND
WIRING MUST BE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH CEC,
NEC AND LOCAL
ELECTRICAL CODES
Effective Date: 24 September 2013
Revision 3

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  • Page 1 Part Number: 198941 Revision 3 AXIAL FLOW AERATION FAN MODELS: 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & PARTS MANUAL Important: Read and Save These Instructions INSTALLATION AND WIRING MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CEC, NEC AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES Read this manual before using product.
  • Page 2 This product has been designed and constructed according to general engineering standards . Other local regulations may apply and must be followed by the operator. We strongly recommend that all personnel associated with this equipment be trained in the correct operational and safety procedures required for this product. Periodic reviews of this manual with all employees should be standard practice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction .......................... 5 2. Safety First..........................7 2.1. General Safety ......................8 2.2. Installation Safety ..................... 9 2.3. Operational & Maintenance Safety................9 2.4. Storage Safety......................9 2.5.
  • Page 4 ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 198941...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    XIAL ERATION NTRODUCTION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase. This aeration fan is an excellent addition to any bin and it will allow you to harvest in damp conditions, maintain stored grain in peak condition, and prevent mold growth and insect infestation.
  • Page 6 1. I NTRODUCTION ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 198941...

  • Page 7: Safety First

    ERATION AFETY IRST 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 2. Safety First The Safety Alert symbol to the left identifies important safety messages on the product and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibil- ity of personal injury or death.

  • Page 8: General Safety

    AFETY IRST ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 2.1. G 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP ENERAL AFETY 2.1. GENERAL SAFETY Important: This general safety section includes instructions that apply to all safety practices. Any instructions specific to a certain safety practice (e.g., assembly safety), can be found in the appropriate section.

  • Page 9: Installation Safety

    2. S ESTEEL XIAL ERATION AFETY IRST 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 2.2. I NSTALLATION AFETY • Follow good shop practices: • keep service area clean and dry • be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded • use adequate light for the job at hand •...

  • Page 10: Safety Decal Locations

    AFETY IRST ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 2.6. S 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP AFETY ECALS Bin damage due to improper fan operation is not covered by warranty. Figure 2.1 2.6. SAFETY DECALS • Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times.
  • Page 11 2. S ESTEEL XIAL ERATION AFETY IRST 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 2.6. S AFETY ECALS Figure 2.2 Safety Decal Locations 198941...
  • Page 12 2. S AFETY IRST ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 2.6. S 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP AFETY ECALS Figure 2.3 Safety Decal Locations 198941...

  • Page 13: Installation

    3. I ESTEEL XIAL ERATION NSTALLATION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 3.1. B EFORE EGIN 3. Installation Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage.
  • Page 14 3. I NSTALLATION ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 3.3. E 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP LECTRIC OTOR IRING Table 3.1 Conductor Sizes CONDUCTOR SIZES (AWG) FOR VARIOUS MOTOR TO PHASE MOTOR TRANSFORMER DISTANCES VOLTS 100 FT 150 FT 200 FT 300 FT...

  • Page 15: Operation

    4. O ESTEEL XIAL ERATION PERATION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 4.1. S TART 4. Operation Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage.

  • Page 16: Shutdown

    4. O PERATION ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 4.3. S 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP HUTDOWN • Check all bolts and other hardware to ensure that everything is tight and properly positioned. 4.3. SHUTDOWN  1. For 230V models, move the toggle switch to the OFF position.

  • Page 17: Application Requirements

    4. O ESTEEL XIAL ERATION PERATION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 4.4. E MERGENCY 4.5. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS This aeration fan must only be used for aeration and natural air drying of grain products. A downstream heater can be added if extra drying is required.
  • Page 18 4. O PERATION ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 4.4. E 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP MERGENCY 198941...

  • Page 19: Maintenance & Storage

    ESTEEL XIAL ERATION AINTENANCE TORAGE 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 5.1. M AINTENANCE 5. Maintenance & Storage Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage.

  • Page 20: Storage

    TORAGE ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 5.1. M 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP AINTENANCE 5.2. STORAGE • Ensure that all foreign material is removed from the fan. • Inspect electrical wires and repair if necessary. • Inspect all parts and components and repair or replace as required.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    6. T ESTEEL XIAL ERATION ROUBLESHOOTING 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 6. Troubleshooting ELATED ROBLEMS 1. PROBLEM: Fan does not run. Cause Solution Blown fuse / tripped breaker Replace fuse or reset breaker No power at fan Turn power on at source...
  • Page 22 6. T ROUBLESHOOTING ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 198941...

  • Page 23: Appendix

    7. A ESTEEL XIAL ERATION PPENDIX 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 7.1. P ARTS LIST 7. Appendix 7.1. PARTS LIST ERATION UMBERS AND ESCRIPTIONS Axial Fans—with controls Part Product Volts Number Description Unit WX-80311 3 HP, 1 Phase, 18" Dia.
  • Page 24 7. A PPENDIX ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 7.1. P 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP ARTS LIST AXIAL FAN 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, 15HP 198941...
  • Page 25 Item Part Number Description 10HP 15HP GGX-8026 MOTOR 3HP ODP 230 VOLT 1 PHASE GGX-8027 MOTOR 3HP ODP 230/460 VOLT 3 PHASE GGX-8028 MOTOR 3HP ODP 575 VOLT 3 PHASE GGX-8029 MOTOR 5-7HP ODP 230 VOLT 1 PHASE GGX-8030 MOTOR 5-7HP ODP 230/460 VOLT 3 PHAS GGX-8031 MOTOR 5-7HP ODP 575 VOLT 3 PHASE GGX-8033 MOTOR 7.5-10HP ODP 230 VOLT 1PH...

  • Page 26: Electrical Schematics

    7. A PPENDIX ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 7.1. P 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP ARTS LIST 7.2. ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS Figure 7.1 Figure 7.2 198941...
  • Page 27 7. A ESTEEL XIAL ERATION PPENDIX 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 7.3. G & A RAIN RYING ERATION Figure 7.3 7.3. GRAIN DRYING & AERATION TIPS • WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AERATION, NATURAL AIR DRY- ING, AND GRAIN DRYING WITH A SUPPLEMENTAL HEATER? Aeration is used to control and provide uniform temperature for a grain mass.

  • Page 28: Aeration Tips

    ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 7.3. G & A 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP RAIN RYING ERATION • AT WHAT TEMPERATURE DOES NATURAL AIR DRYING BEGIN? Grain drying begins at 10°C (50°F). Anything less than 10°C means the air is too cold and can only hold a small amount of moisture;...
  • Page 29 7. A ESTEEL XIAL ERATION PPENDIX 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP 7.3. G & A RAIN RYING ERATION • CAN LOW TEMPERATURE SUPPLEMENTAL HEAT CUT MY DRYING TIME WITHOUT INCREASING COSTS? A rule of thumb relating tempera- ture increase to relative humidity decrease is: a temperature increase of ...
  • Page 30 7. A PPENDIX ESTEEL XIAL ERATION 7.3. G & A 3HP, 5HP, 7HP, 10HP, & 15HP RAIN RYING ERATION Figure 7.4 Grain Drying Charts 198941...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    WARRANTY Except as expressly provided in this agreement, Westeel (hereinafter called the Manufacturer) excludes all express or implied warranties, conditions, and obligations of the Manufacturer, whether statutory or otherwise, concerning the quality of the units or their fitness for any pur- pose.
  • Page 32 450 Desautels Street, P.O. Box 792 Winnipeg, Manitoba, CANADA R3C 2N5 Phone: 204-233-7133 Fax: 204-235-0796...

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