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The employees of Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems thank you for your purchase! Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems proudly manufactures A company with heart Kinney vacuum pumps and M-D Pneumatics blowers and right from the start. ® vacuum boosters in Springfield, Missouri, USA. We bring 100+ years of engineering experience and solid, hands- on care to help customers keep their processes running.
Table of Contents Introduction .................. 1 Applicable Documentation ..............1 Scope of Manual ................... 1 Conventions and Data Plate ............2 Graphic Conventions in this Manual ............. 2 Data Plate ....................3 Lifting .................... 5 Description ................... 6 Flow by Direction................... 7 Specifications ..................
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Table of Contents Hazards Associated With Breakdown or Ignition of Lubrication ................17 Piping Connections ................17 Hazards Associated With Hazardous Process Fluids ....18 Blockage or Restriction ............18 Cooling Coils (Optional) ..............18 Cooling Water Connections and Specifications — Cooling Coils (Op- tional) ....................
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Table of Contents Long-Term Storage ................30 Disassembly and Reassembly ..........31 Disassembly of Blower ............... 31 Assembly of Blower ................32 Preparation of End Plates for Assembly ........33 Gear End Assembly ..............33 Free End Assembly ..............35 Adjusting Rotor Interlobe Clearance ........
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Table of Contents Manual 2006 Rev B p/n 2006...
INTRODUCTION APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of a new PD PLUS Rotary Positive Displacement Blower from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems. Please The applicable documents associated with this examine the blower for shipping damage, and if manual are: any damage is found, report it immediately to the carrier.
CONVENTIONS AND DATA PLATE GRAPHIC CONVENTIONS IN THIS NOTE: Indicates a procedure, practice, or condition that should be followed in MANUAL order for the equipment to function in the manner intended. This manual is the result of a risk assessment CAUTION according to the applicable documents referenced in Applicable Documentation on page 1.
Conventions and Data Plate DATA PLATE MAWP YEAR Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems MAX RPM 4840 West Kearney Street Springfield, Missouri USA 65803 READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR BODILY HARM MAY RESULT WARNING WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Do not operate without...
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Conventions and Data Plate MNDTL NUMBTRE: The specific model of the blower STRIAL NUMBTRE: Unique to each blower YTARE: Year of manufacture MAWPE: Maximum Allowable Working Pressure The standard MAWP is per Table 4-2 – Maximum Operating Limits on page 9.
LIFTING WARNING The blower must be handled using an appropriate device such as a fork truck or appropriate lifting device. See Table 4-1 on page 8 for approximate weights. Care should be taken to assure blower does not over-turn during handling and installation. Manual 2006 Rev B p/n 2006...
The close clearances between the Consult a Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems sales rotors inhibit back slippage of the trapped volume professional if questions arise.
Description INLET INLET INLET DISCHARGE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE Figure 4-1 – General Operation Principle FLOW BY DIRECTION WARNING Refer to diagrams in this manual for proper rotation and orientation in inlet and discharge. VERTICAL FLOW HORIZONTAL FLOW INTAKE DISCHARGE INTAKE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE INTAKE DISCHARGE...
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Assembly Clearances on page 39, will not have the operating limits specified here. Contact your WARNING Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems sales representative for specific information. Ohe maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) is based on the absolute pressure of the blower housing and is NNO the maximum allowable pressure differential.
INSTALLATION GENERAL WARNING Customers are warned to provide adequate DANGER protection, warning and safety equipment necessary to protect personnel against The blower is not intended to be used hazards in the installation and operation of with explosive products or in explosive this equipment in the system or facility.
Installation base. Shims may be needed for alignment. Loosen WARNING the foot hold-down screws to check foot contact with the mounting surface. Mount the base on a Upon completion of the installation, and solid foundation or heavy flooring, using shims as before applying power, rotate the drive necessary at bolting points to prevent warping the shaft by hand.
Blowers from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems Do not use blowers on explosive or hazardous are internally and externally treated after factory gases. Do not exceed the limits described in...
SAFETY Soft Foot Soft foot is a condition in which one of the blower Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems recommends feet does not sit flat on the base. Soft foot is the use of relief valves to protect against excessive usually due to irregularities in the surface to which pressure or vacuum conditions.
Installation LUBRICATION DANGER Every blower from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Assure that properly sized vacuum breaks/ Systems is factory-tested, oil-drained, and shipped relief valves are used on the inlet side of dry to its installation point. Fill both independent oil the blower.
Installation Filling Procedure Assure oil is compatible with copper/yellow See Recommended Lubricants on page 41 for metals (if equipped with cooling coils). suggested lubricants and grease. 1. Remove the fill plugs or breathers from both gear end and drive end plates. 2.
Installation Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Hazards Associated With Breakdown or Lubrication Ignition of Lubrication What is the functional detriment if the “wrong DANGER oil” is used? There is a risk associated The lubricant is selected based on bearing with the lubrication media speed, gear speed, and operating temperature.
(drive) end cover to the bottom of the hazardous. free (non-drive) end cover. See Figure 5-4 and Refer to the manufacturer of the Figure 6-1 for details. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower process media to assure that Systems recommends water cooling for blowers proper safety precautions are in in applications where the blower operates with discharge temperatures of 250°F (120°C) for 4...
Installation COOLING WATER CONNECTIONS Establish proper gap between coupling halves according to the coupling manufacturer’s AND SPECIFICATIONS — COOLING instructions with the motor armature. Proper gap will minimize the chance of end thrust COILS (OPTIONAL) on the blower shaft. Re-align and grease all direct-coupled base-mounted blowers after field installation.
Installation V-Belts If the motor and blower are V-belt connected, the sheaves on both the motor and blower shafts Too Tight should be as close to the shaft bearings as possible. Blower sheave is not more than 1/4 in. (6.5 mm) from the blower drive end cover. The Too Tight Slight Bow Too Loose...
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Installation As such, it is recommended to check belt tension sheaves, with 8 – 10 lb (3.6 – 4.5 kg) force monthly and make any manual adjustments found applied at the center point of the top section of necessary. belt. 1.
OPERATION GENERAL Before starting the blower for the first time under power, recheck the installation thoroughly to reduce the likelihood of difficulties. Use the following checklist as a guide, but consider any DANGER other special conditions in your installation. 1. Be certain no bolts, rags, or dirt have been left The blower is not intended to be used in blower.
Operation Carry out initial operation under “no load” steady. These checks may be particularly important conditions by opening all valves and venting the if the blower is part of a process system where discharge to the atmosphere, if possible. Then, conditions may vary.
Operation OPERATING CAUTION The upper temperature limit for blower operation is Use of a thermowell insulates the measured in the exhaust gas stream with a low- thermocouple. Invalid and delayed readings mass thermocouple. When this temperature limit will result. This can result in ineffective switch is installed, as the temperature exceeds the protection devices.
Operation Operation Inject the mixture on the inlet side through a valve set to feed 1 gal (3.8 L) of mixture in 15 – 20 minutes. On blowers that are regularly flushed, 1. Check the oil level in the sight glass of the blower and make sure all fittings are tight.
The heat generated by the blower injected, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems will quickly evaporate residual moisture. cannot be responsible for damage which may result should this build-up occur.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL CAUTION Regular inspection of the blower and its During routine maintenance, inspect and installation, along with complete checks on assure that guards are in place and secure. operating conditions, will pay dividends in added life and usefulness. Also, service the drive per Pay special attention to lubrication of timing gears the manufacturer’s instructions and lubricate and bearings according to the information in...
Slight discoloration of FACTORY SERVICE AND REPAIR the oil should not necessitate an oil change. With proper care, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems blowers will give years of reliable service. SPARE PARTS The parts are machined to close tolerances...
Maintenance 10. If possible, rotate the drive shaft by hand at least monthly to prevent seals from setting in one position. When returning a blower to the factory for repair under warranty, please note the factory will not accept any unit that arrives without authorization.
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY OF BLOWER Gears are not exposed for visual inspection prior to disassembly. • Broken teeth • Chipped teeth WARNING • Uneven wear • Excessive wear Before performing any repair or replacement, • Any other abnormalities disconnect and lock out power. With proper maintenance and lubrication, normal life expectancy for gears, bearings, and seals can be achieved.
It is recommended that the gear end rotor shaft 13. Remove the gear end bearing retainer rings, bearings be purchased from Tuthill Vacuum & exposing the bearings. Blower Systems, as they are specially ground to locate the rotors with correct end clearance relative 14.
Disassembly and Reassembly Preparation of End Plates for Assembly Make sure all parts are clean and free of any nicks or burrs caused by disassembly. Lip- seal blowers will require all sleeves or seal journals to be polished to remove any nicks or scratches.
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Disassembly and Reassembly 8. Using flush-ground bearings on the gear end 14. In blowers that have mechanical face seals, only, press the bearings onto the rotor shafts. check the lapped surface of the seal mating ring to be sure it is perfectly clean. Use soft tissue and cleaning agent (acetone) if necessary.
Disassembly and Reassembly Adjusting Rotor Interlobe Clearance To install the driven gear, align the reference marks as shown in Figure 5-5. Install the driven gear carefully to avoid mashing any 32. Lay the blower down with the drive gear on teeth when engaging the opposite gear.
Disassembly and Reassembly Drive Shaft Assembly 33. Install the drive shaft and secure with allen screws. Check drive shaft runout at the seal journal. Do not exceed 0.002 in. (0.05 mm) A. Install one thin spacer onto the drive shaft so it is next to the bearing with the groove TIR.
TROUBLESHOOTING Although Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems blowers are well designed and manufactured, problems may occur due to normal wear and the need for readjustment. The following chart lists symptoms that may occur along with probable causes and remedies. SYMPTOM...
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Troubleshooting SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDIES Too much or too little Check oil level. See Lubrication on page 15. oil in gear reservoir Too low operating Increase blower speed within limits. speed Clogged filter or Remove cause of obstruction. Excessive silencer blower Excessive pressure temperature...
ASSEMBLY CLEARANCES LOBES TO END PLATES LOBE TO HOUSING MODEL GEAR END FREE END TIP-PORT INTERLOBE 0.003 – 0.006 in. 0.004 – 0.009 in. 0.005 – 0.009 in. 3202 (0.08 – 0.15 mm) (0.10 – 0.23 mm) (0.13 – 0.23 mm) 0.003 –...
RANDO HD 150 DTE EXTRA HEAVY — (32° to 50°C) (ISO 150) (ISO 150) (ISO 150) RECOMMENDED SYNTHETIC BASED LUBRICANTS** AMBIENT TUTHILL EXXONMOBIL SHELL TEMPERATURE 0° to 32°F SHC 626 MORLINA® S4 B 68 (-18° to 0°C) (ISO 68) (ISO 68) 32°...
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Blowers used in oxygen-enriched service should use only Castrol Brayco 1726 Plus non-fl ammable, PFPE synthetic lubricant. Blowers used in hydrogen service should use only PneuLube synthetic oil. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems cannot accept responsibility for damage to seals, O-rings and gaskets caused by use of synthetic lubricants not recommended by Tuthill Vacuum and Blower Systems.
Parts List PARTS LIST Parts List for Model 3200 Series – Standard Seals ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Lock Washer Rotor Nameplate Housing Drive Shaft End Plate Retaining Ring Drive End Cover Bearing Free End Cover Lab Seal Timing Gear Set Spacer Bearing, Drive End Cap Screw...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 3200 Series – Single Envelope ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Retaining Ring Rotor Bearing Housing Lab Seal End Plate Mechanical Seal Drive End Cover Spacer Free End Cover Cap Screw Timing Gear Set Spacer Bearing, Drive End Oil Gauge...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 3200 Series – Double Envelope ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Spacer Rotor Cap Screw Housing Spacer End Plate Oil Gauge Drive End Cover Spacer Free End Cover O-Ring Timing Gear Set Mechanical Seal Bearing, Drive End Spacer Bearing, Free End...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 4000 Series – Standard Seals ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Lab Seal Rotor Bearing Lock Plate Housing Cap Screw End Plate Lock Plate Drive End Cover Cap Screw Free End Cover Dowel Pin Timing Gear Set Cap Screw Bearing, Drive End...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 4000 Series – Single Envelope ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Bearing Lock Plate Rotor Cap Screw Housing Lock Plate End Plate Cap Screw Drive End Cover Dowel Pin Free End Cover Cap Screw Timing Gear Set Oil Gauge 2 / 6...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 4000 Series – Double Envelope ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Spacer Rotor O-Ring, Viton Housing Mechanical Seal End Plate Drive Shaft Face Seal Sleeve Drive End Cover Retaining Ring Free End Cover Washer Timing Gear Set Lock Nut Bearing, Drive End...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 5500 Series – Standard Seals ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Bearing Spacer Rotor Bearing Lock Plate Housing Cap Screw End Plate Lock Plate Drive End Cover Cap Screw Free End Cover Dowel Pin Timing Gear Set Cap Screw Bearing, Drive End...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 5500 Series – Single Envelope ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Bearing Lock Plate Rotor Cap Screw Housing Lock Plate End Plate Cap Screw Drive End Cover Dowel Pin Free End Cover Cap Screw Timing Gear Set Oil Gauge 2 / –...
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Parts List Parts List for Model 5500 Series – Double Envelope ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Oil Gauge Rotor Spacer Housing O-Ring, Viton End Plate Drive Shaft Face Seal Sleeve Drive End Cover Washer 1 / – Free End Cover Washer Timing Gear Set Lock Nut...
Models 3200, 4000, 5500 Lip-Labyrinth (Air Service) Single Envelope Gastight Double Envelope Gastight David Schardt Vice President of Engineering, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems 4840 West Kearney Street P.O. Box 2877 Springfield, MO USA 65801-0877...
WARRANTY – BLOWER PRODUCTS Subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth and set forth in General Terms of Sale, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems (the Seller) warrants products and parts of its manufacture, when shipped, and its work (including installation and start-up) when performed, will be of good quality and will be free from defects in material and workmanship.
NOTES: IMPORTANT All blowers manufactured by Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems are date-coded at time of shipment. In order to assure you of the full benefits of the product warranty, please complete, tear out and return the product registration card, or register online at tuthillvacuumblower.com.
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