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DIVERSITECH Operation & Maintenance Manual FRED JR READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Visit our Website for more information on this product www.diversitech.ca 2500 Alphonse Gariepy, Montreal, Quebec H8T 3M2 Tel: 1.800.361.3733 | Fax: 1.514.631.9480 | info@diversitech.ca OMM-FJR-105 [E N]...
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OF FUME & DUST EXTRACTION/COLLECTION This manual contains specific cautionary statements related to worker safety. To READ protect yourself and others, read this manual thoroughly and follow as directed BEFORE before use. Not all hazards of fume & dust control are listed in this manual, and no hazards related to welding, cutting, grinding, painting, deburring or other applications are listed.
Never use or install equipment where the potential for combustible fumes or dusts are present without a fire/explosion protection system. • If you are unsure if the product you purchased is correct for your application, call DiversiTech at 1-800-361-3733. 1.5 Safety Stickers •...
SECTION 3 - PRE-INSTALLATION 3.1 To Setup or Install Safely • Do not place unit near flammables or combustible surface. • Refer to SECTION 2: Specifications, to know the electrical requirements of the unit you are installing and ensure adequate input power that is properly sized, rated, and protected. •...
• Do not use product without first confirming if a Spark Arrestor is required and installed for the type of dust, or fumes you are extracting and/or collection. If you are unsure, call a DiversiTech representative at 1-800-361-3733. 4.2 Controls •...
4.4 Principles of Operation This product is designed to capture and clean smoke and dust from medium & heavy duty welding, soldering, and grinding applications. When operating, air is drawn in to the nozzle, passes through the 7” diameter hose, then through the air cleaner’s filtration system, and is exhausted through the rear discharge.
SECTION 5 - MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 To Maintain this Product Safely • Read and understand SECTION 1: Safety Precautions and SECTION 4: Operation before maintenance. • Do not breathe the dust collected from product while changing/cleaning filters or performing maintenance on this product.
5.3 Routine Maintenance Schedule The manufacturer recommends the following routine maintenance based on light-duty use in normal operating conditions. Service more frequently if the unit is used in severe conditions. Frecuency Manual Reference Pre-Use • Perform pre-use inspection to ensure operating correctly. Clean Filter Place filter in garbage bag with the open end facing down Blow off the filter cartridge using dry shop air...
5.5 Troubleshooting Procedure Turn Unit Call for Service Check Leads at Motor 1(800)361-3733 INTERMITTENTLY Input Power Operating support@diversitech.ca Source Motor Air Flow Operating Restricted Check/clean Hood inlet & Capture tubes Check Leads at Replace Air Flow Unit Filter Restricted Air Flow...
SECTION 6 - DECOMMISSIONING 6.1 To Decommission this Product Safely • Read and understand SECTION 1: Safety Precautions and SECTION 4: Operation before maintenance. • Do not breathe the dust collected from product while changing/cleaning filters or performing maintenance on this product. •...
APPENDIX 1A - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM MANUAL [120 VAC] Single-Phase Power ELECTRIC Disconnect power before performing any maintenance on unit, including filter inspection. The input power to this unit is high voltage, and touching any live SHOCK electrical parts can cause fatal shocks or severe burns. Do not touch live electrical HAZARD parts.
APPENDIX 1B - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM MANUAL [230/460/575V] 3-Phase Power ELECTRIC Disconnect power before performing any maintenance on unit, including filter inspection. The input power to this unit is high voltage, and touching any live SHOCK electrical parts can cause fatal shocks or severe burns. Do not touch live electrical HAZARD parts.
APPENDIX 2 - MAINTENANCE RECORD DiversiTech Inc. authorizes this page to be photocopied or otherwise reproduced as needed for management of maintenance records. MANUFACTURER: DIVERSITECH INC. MODEL N° FRED-JR SERIAL N° SERVICE LOCATION: CONTROL N° Date Description of Service Serviced By...
APPENDIX 3 - ARM-TO-BLOWER DIRECT INSTALLATION 3.1 Unpack capture arm, hood, and base Capture Arm Swivel Base STEP 1. Unpack capture arm, hood, and base. Vent Hood 3.2 Attach swivel base to mounting plate STEP 2. Attach swivel base to mounting plate. •...
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3.3 Attach capture arm to swivel base STEP 3. Attach capture arm to swivel base. Hardware Quantity Swivel Base Capture Arm Assembly 1/4’’ Bolt, Socket Cap 1/4’’ Washer 1/4’’ Locking Nut 1/4’’ Spacer • Insert Spacers (3) between Capture Arm Mounting Bracket. •...
3.4 Install flex hose STEP 4. Install flex hose. • Mount Flex Hose to Swivel Base and Capture Arm. • Tighten Both Hose Clamps. Hardware Quantity Fred-JR Assembly Hose Clamps Flex Hose APPENDIX 4 - FILTER INSTALLATION 4.1 Opening rear panel for filter access STEP 1.
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4.2 Preparing for filter STEP 2. Preparing for filter. • Slide and lock the Locking Bolt in the left most position. • Pull Retention Rod Handle to allow space for filter. Hardware Quantity Fred-JR Assembly Locking Bolt Retention Rod Handle 4.3 Inserting filter STEP 3.
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4.4 Locking filter STEP 4. Locking filter. • Push Retention Rod to forward most position • Slide and Lock the Locking Bolt to the right most position and lock. Hardware Quantity Fred-JR Assembly Locking Bolt Retention Rod Handle Filter 4.3 Closing rear panel for filter access STEP 5.
APPENDIX 6 - SAMPLE SAFETY STICKERS The machine is marked with a wet filtration safety sticker to remind the operator of safe working practices: The machine is marked with safety stickers in appropriate places to remind the operator of safe working practices.
LIMITED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY For a period of 2 years from the date of purchase, all Diversitech products are warranted to be free from defects in material, workmanship, and construction, when used in accordance with installation, maintenance instructions, and expressly stated proper use application(s). Diversitech Inc.
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