ACME QBR Installation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
For the QBR Model with hurricane construction that complies
with Florida Building Code including High Velocity Hurricane
Zones (HVHZ) see the ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS on page 4.
RECEIVING AND INSPECTION
Immediately upon receipt of a shipment, carefully inspect
for damage and shortage. Turn the impeller by hand to see
that it turns freely and does not bind. If any damage and/or
shortage is detected or suspected, the carrier must be asked
to conduct an inspection. The consignees representative
should not accept a shipment without a notation on the
delivery receipt indicating items not delivered or the apparent
extent of damage.
When a shipment is opened and damage is found which was
not evident externally (concealed damage), it is mandatory
that the consignee request an immediate inspection by the
carrier. Report any damage to the carrier within 15 days.
Failure to report damage within the above time limit will result
in rejection of a claim.
HANDLING
When handling fans and their accessories, always use equip-
ment and methods that will not cause damage. Fans should
be lifted using slings and padding or spreaders to avoid dam-
age.
CAUTION! Always make sure that all lifting and handling
equipment and techniques conform to current safety stan-
dards.
Avoid lifting fans in a way that will bend or distort fan parts.
Never pass slings or timbers through the orifices of fan.
CAUTION! Do not lift by the fan hood. Fans with special
coatings or paints must be protected in handling to prevent
damage.
STORAGE
Fans are protected against damage during shipment.
they cannot be installed and put into operation immediately
upon receipt certain precautions are necessary to prevent
deterioration during storage. Responsibility for integrity of
fans and accessories during storage must be assumed by the
user. The manufacturer will not be responsible for damage
during storage. These suggestions are provided solely as a
convenience to the user, who shall make his own decision as
to whether to use any or all of them.
INDOOR: The ideal storage environment for fans and acces-
sories is indoors, above grade, in a low humidity atmosphere
which is sealed to prevent the entry of blowing dust, rain, or
snow. Temperatures should be evenly maintained at between
70°F and 105°F (wide temperature swings may cause con-
densation and "sweating" of metal parts). Windows should be
covered to prevent temperature variations caused by sunlight.
Provide thermometers and humidity indicators at several
points and maintain the atmosphere at 40% relative humidity,
or lower.
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Models QBR
(including QBRH hurricane option)
It may be necessary to use trays of renewable desiccant or
portable dehumidifier to remove moisture from the air in the
storage enclosure.
Thermostatically controlled portable heaters (vented to out-
doors) may be required to maintain even temperatures inside
the enclosure.
CAUTION!
Provide fire extinguishers, or fire alarms, or
emergency response communication to protect building and
equipment against fire damage. Be sure that building and
storage practices meet all local, state and federal fire and
safety codes.
The following fans or accessories must be stored indoors, in
a clean dry atmosphere:
a. Propeller wall fans not in wall housings.
b. Any fan protected by a cardboard carton.
c. Motors dismounted from fans.
d. Spare wheels or propellers.
e Belts, sheaves, bushings and other parts when not
mounted on fan.
f. Boxes, bags or cartons of hardware.
g. Curbs
h. Dampers
Remove any accumulations of dirt, water, ice or snow and
wipe dry before moving indoor storage. Allow cold parts to
reach room temperature to avoid sweating of metal parts.
Open boxes or cartons. Remove any accumulated moisture;
if necessary use portable electric heaters to dry parts and
packages. Leave coverings loose to permit air circulation and
to permit periodic inspection.
Rotate wheels or propellers by hand to distribute bearing
grease over the entire bearing surfaces.
Store at least 3 1⁄2" off the floor on wooden blocks covered
with moisture proof paper or polyethylene sheathing. Provide
If
aisles between parts and along all walls, to permit air circula-
tion and space for inspection.
OUTDOOR: Fans designed for outdoor use may be stored
outdoors, if absolutely necessary. The storage area should be
reasonably level and drained or ditched to prevent accumula-
tion of water. Fencing and lighting for security are desirable.
Roads or aisles for portable cranes and hauling equipment
are needed. Consider the use of drift fencing to minimize
accumulation of blowing snow or dirt.
The following fans may be stored outdoors, if dry indoor
storage space is not available:
a. Fans intended for outdoor use that are crated in
wood.
b. Wall fans installed in wall housings.
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