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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS MANUAL Part Number: FG0090 MM0151 Updated 07/12/2011 Air-Care is a Division of D.P.L. Enterprises, Inc. 3868 E. Post Road, Las Vegas, NV 89120 (702) 454-5515, Fax (702) 454-5225 Page 1 of 26 Website: www.air-care.com, E-mail: Info@Air-Care.com...
Unpacking Instructions Safety Precautions Operating Instructions How to Connect the Air-Care DuctMaster Duct Cleaning Procedures Using the Air-Care DuctMaster Dryer Duct Cleaning Procedures Using the Air-Care DuctMaster Maintenance Brush Motor Replacement Instructions Included Parts and Accessories DuctMaster Control Panel Optional/Replacement Parts & Accessories...
“Operating” section of this manual. Inspect all of the packing material for small parts before discarding packaging material. Report all damage to Air-Care immediately. Any attempt at repairing suspected damages may void warranty. Check that all parts are present (See Page 13-15)
The following are precautions that should be reviewed by all persons who will be involved in the cleaning activity. Other than the 3 filters and the brush there are no user serviceable components in Air-Care TurboJets and Air-Care DuctMaster. Only trained technicians should attempt to make internal repairs on this equipment.
It is NOT meant to be a wet vacuum for liquids. To test an Air-Care DuctMaster, plug one of the power cords into a suitable 120-volt outlet. Line #1 will supply power to VAC1 and VAC2 and the Brush Motor, while Line #2 will provide power to VAC3 and VAC4.
The Air-Care DuctMaster’s high volume and high static “water lift” make it even more effective at removing debris from smaller diameter air ducts than many other standard duct vacuums. Air-Care has self-study and classroom and field training on how to clean all types of air systems, call 800-322-9919 for details.
1 ½” X 35’ brush and motor hose assembly or the optional 2” X 35’ brush and motor hose assembly to the 3” to 2” hose adapter that you placed in the inlet of the Air-Care DuctMaster. Use the vacuum motor switches on the panel to select the motors you want to use to vacuum the ducts: 1 to 4 motors can be used.
Dryer Duct Cleaning with the Air-Care DuctMaster YOU WILL NEED: Air-Care DuctMaster and the drill powered dryer duct cable with 4” dryer duct brush (Included with DuctMaster). Dryer exhaust ducts vary in construction, materials and configuration from city to city. The general procedure for using the drill powered dryer duct cable described here may need to be modified to safely and effectively clean these ducts in your area.
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17. Clean up any lint around the outside of the dryer, clean the exterior of the dryer and if you have a sticker or magnet, date it for a follow-up cleaning in 12 months. Using Air-Care DuctMaster to Clean Dryer Duct Page 9 of 26...
Maintenance The Air-Care DuctMaster requires a minimum amount of maintenance, normally limited to cleaning or replacing filters as they become filled with dirt and debris. It is always beneficial to keep the exterior and interior of the machine clean. A qualified technician should perform all electrical or mechanical repairs.
All 3 wires will need to be the same length for this new Motor Connection. 3. You will no longer need any of the parts in the original motor assembly unless you are returning it to Air-Care with an RMA for warranty evaluation. Installing the NEW Motor Assembly.
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If there is no stiffener, just install the nut and tighten the screws. 15. Your repair and upgrade is now complete and ready to test. If you have any questions, please call Air-Care Tech Support, 800-322-9919. Page 12 of 26...
Hose (Red), 1 ½” X 35’ DuctMaster Brush and Motor Assembly. Includes: FG0074 12” DuctMaster Brush, .021” Bristles Cable, 20’ Drill Powered Dryer Duct with 4" Dryer Brush FG0090 Air-Care DuctMaster Training DVD SAO0040 Shown Air-Care DuctMaster Dryer Duct Cleaning DVD SAO0039 Shown Page 13 of 26...
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Included Parts and Accessories for Air-Care DuctMaster (Ref#) Listed on Previous Page (Ref #2) 3” x 4” x 3” Y Adapter (Ref #1) Vent Flap Clip (Ref #4) Hose, 3” x 12.5’ with Cuffs (Ref #6) 3 Stage Silver, Electrostatic Air Filter (Ref # 10) Brush, 24”...
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Included Parts and Accessories for Air-Care DuctMaster (Continued) (Ref #11) Kit, 1.5” Tool (11a through 11i) (Ref #14) Cable, 20’ Drill Powered Dryer Duct W/4” Brush (Ref #25) 4” Dryer Duct Brush (Ref #13) Hose (Red), 1 ½” x 35’ DuctMaster Brush and Motor Assembly.
Air-Care DuctMaster Control Panel “Test” Switch for Green Indicator Light Power Brush Override Switch FWD/REV Brush Switch (Not included on 220/240Volt, 50/60 Hz) Green “Test” Indicator Light- Indicates That Both Power Cords are in Independent 1, 2, 3, & 4 Vac Motor Switches...
Specifications Specification Description Size 21” W x 36” D x 40” H Weight 94 lbs 115 Volt AC, 60Hz, 14 AMPS x 2 (Optional: 220/240 Volt, 50/60 Hz, 8 AMPS x 2) Power requirements: Power Brush draws 2 AMPS for 115 Volt and 1 AMP for 220/240 Volt Power Cords (qty 2) Attached...
Pancake-Style Brush P/N SAO0307 12” Bristle Replacement Instructions Updated: 9/10/12 The configuration of the 12” brush (0.021 Dia Bristles) for the TruckMaster and DuctMaster 1.5” vacuum hose and Motor has been changed to a Shorter, “Pancake-Style” hub that allows it to negotiate sharp turns in smaller air ducts than the previous type hub.
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Installing Bristles into the Pancake-Style Brush (SAO0307) 1. Be sure all parts are available to assemble the 12” Pancake-Style brush. See List at top. 2. Layout the Pancake-Style Brush Hub “TOP” piece with the 3 deep grooves facing up. 3. Install the pre-formed bundle of bristles (SAO0306) into one of the grooves as shown.
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6. Line up the screw into one of the holes, and screw it in a short way – DO NOT TIGHTEN ANY SCREWS until ALL 3 SCREWS are in place. 7. This is the time to slowly tighten each of the 3 screws to be SNUG.
(air flow Turn on one motor at a time to determine arrow should point up). which one is bad, and then call Air-Care 2. One or more motor is bad. for a new motor. Page 22 of 26...
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4. Motor Connectors have come inserted into the Panel Connector loose. There are holes in the red 1. The “crush proof” hose is very Call Air-Care for an RMA to have the vacuum hose. durable, pulled cable housing repaired or replaced.
Glossary & Acronyms 1. ACGIH—American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists 2. ASHRAE—American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers 3. Air Handler/ AHU—The Furnace or air conditioner that heats, cools and moves the air. 4. Antimicrobial—Agent that kills Bacteria, Molds and viruses. See “Sanitizer 5.
Brushes, Wheels, & Filter No Warranty Warranty covers both parts and labor (labor is to be performed at Air-Care’s facility located at 3868 E. Post Road; Las Vegas, Nevada). Warranty is extended to the original purchaser and is not transferrable.
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Air-Care is a Division of D.P.L. Enterprises, Inc. 3868 E. Post Road, Las Vegas, NV 89120 (702) 454-5515, Fax (702) 454-5225 Website: www.air-care.com, E-mail: Info@Air-Care.com Page 26 of 26...
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