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Thank you for choosing VIBCO, Inc. for your vibration needs. You are now the owner of the finest silent pneumatic vibrator available today backed by complete manufacturer confidence in its quality and dependability. For reference please complete the information below about your new VIBCO vibrator.
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The VS model has a built-in muffler. General Features VIBCO turbine air vibrators operate in any position and are not adversely affected by dust, dirt or wetness. Speed can be adjusted by varying the air supply pressure. The only moving part is pre-lubricated for life and never needs oil, even for continuous duty.
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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS If you have any questions consult the Mounting Instruction section of this manual or call VIBCO’s Technical Support at (800) 633-0032. Mounting Plate For force up to 100 lbs. use a 1/4 in. thick plate, 100 to 500 lbs. use a 3/8 in. to 1/2 in. thick plate and over 500 lbs.
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5. Weld studs to back of channel. Always stop welds 1 in. from ends to prevent cracks. NOTE: for a list of alternate and special application brackets, see pg. 35 of the VIBCO General Catalog. Placement For coarse materials the vibrator should be mounted approximately 1/3 of the distance from the discharge opening to the top of the sloped portion of the bin.
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Two Vibrators On 1/2 Rectangular Bin A Single Bin Rectangular Bin Conical Bin One Vibrator For A Double Bin Thin Skinned Bin Angle Iron Stiffeners Corner Mount Instead of Channel Iron Bin With Stiffeners PHONE ORDER: 1-800-633-0032 FAX: 1-401-539-2584 WWW.VIBCO.COM VIBRATORS@VIBCO.COM...
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1/3 from the back. If 2 vibrators are used, place 2nd one directly opposite 1/3 from the front. Do not operate front vibrator until bin is empty in back and the back vibrator has turned off. For more details consult Vibco. PHONE ORDER: 1-800-633-0032 FAX: 1-401-539-2584 WWW.VIBCO.COM...
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F, it is advisable to use a “heat” mount to prevent excessive heat from reaching the vibrator causing overload or bearing failure. Also ask for “high” temperature grease in vibrator bearing. Consult VIBCO for vibrator size. Mount steel plate on inside of bin so that the Use steel plate on inside and bolt to outside vibrator sits 1/3 up bin side.
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10 for vibrators to be able to move the material. If inclination is less the chute has to be made into a feeder. Contact VIBCO for selecting the proper size vibrator or ask for the bulletin covering chutes.
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Installation of the Vibrator It is now time to put the VIBCO vibrator in place. Make sure that it is secured tightly. Retighten the bolts after the first 10 to 15 minutes of operation and check them periodically to maintain proper tightness (figures 1 and 2).
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It is recommended that you use an air filter in the line. Clean air will prolong the life of any pneumatic vibrator. Dirty or moist air will harm the unit and impair it from operating at maximum efficiency and lowest air consumption. PHONE ORDER: 1-800-633-0032 FAX: 1-401-539-2584 WWW.VIBCO.COM VIBRATORS@VIBCO.COM...
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The operating pressure of the vibrator should not exceed 80 psi and should be no lower than 60 psi unless specially contructed by VIBCO. Max air pressure for BVS-60, VS, BBS and FBS- 100 should be 60 psi (Figure 3).
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Maintenance VIBCO turbine vibrators function without maintenance. They require no lubrication in the air line. It is advisable to put an air-cleaner in the line to prevent dust and dirt from going through the unit and clogging the muffler. All models are easily repairable. Remove both nuts, press the shaft out of the bearings and turbine.
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To stop the cracks, drill a hole at the end of each crack and weld on a piece of angle iron as shown above. When welding on the angle iron STOP WELDS 1 IN. FROM THE ENDS. PHONE ORDER: 1-800-633-0032 FAX: 1-401-539-2584 WWW.VIBCO.COM VIBRATORS@VIBCO.COM...
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Speed VPM CFM Force (lbs.) Force (N) Speed VPM CFM Force (lbs.) Force (N) dB Material in Bin MHI-130 8000 21000 MHISS-130 MHI-190 5500 1490 10500 2700 MHISS-190 MHI-250 2.4 1.08 5200 2270 10200 4290 4800 MHI-320 4.5 2.04 5500 3000 10000 1300 5780 5300 MHISS-320 PHONE ORDER: 1-800-633-0032 FAX: 1-401-539-2584 WWW.VIBCO.COM VIBRATORS@VIBCO.COM...
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Freight Claims Should you receive a shipment from VIBCO which was damaged in transit, your claim is to be filed immediately with the carrier. All parts sold by VIBCO are on the basis of F.O.B. Wyoming, Rhode Island.
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