Troubleshooting
Problem and Potential Cause
Low Capacity or Pressure:
• Incorrect direction of rotation. Make sure the fan rotates
in same direction as the arrows on the motor or belt drive
assembly
• Poor fan inlet conditions. There should be a straight clear
duct at the inlet
• Improper wheel alignment
Excessive Vibration and Noise:
• Damaged or unbalanced wheel
• Belts too loose; worn or oily belts
• Speed too high
• Incorrect direction of rotation. Make sure the fan rotates
in same direction as the arrows on the motor or belt drive
assembly
• Bearings need lubrication or replacement
• Fan surge
Overheated Motor:
• Motor improperly wired
• Incorrect direction of rotation. Make sure the fan rotates
in same direction as the arrows on the motor or belt drive
assembly
• Cooling air diverted or blocked
• Improper inlet clearance
• Incorrect fan RPMs
• Incorrect voltage
Overheated Bearings:
• Improper bearing lubrication
• Excessive belt tension
LO-PRO IO&M
7
B51021-004
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