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Summary of Contents for GuardAir UTILITY AIRSPADE 4000
- Page 1 UTILITY AIRSPADE 4000 OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operating Instructions 12-14 Components & Accessories 15-16 Parts Disassembly and Reassembly Products, Parts & Accessories List Limited Warranty UTILITY AIRSPADE® is a registered trademark of Guardair Corporation. Always wear eye and ear protection when operating air tools and related equipment. -
Page 3: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications UTILITY AIRSPADE 4000 • Overall Length 60.5 inches (154 cm) • Weight 10.4 pounds (4.7 kg) • Nozzle Material Brass • Nozzle Flow Rates 105 cfm (3.0m /min) 150 cfm (4.2m /min)* 225 cfm (6.4m /min) • Operating Pressure 90 psi (6.2 bar) -
Page 4: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION GUARDAIR CORPORATION’S UTILITY AIRSPADE is a compressed air-powered tool used for excavation of a wide variety of soils. UTILITY AIRSPADE features an ergonomic pistol grip style handle, an insulated fiberglass barrel, and the patented AIRSPADE supersonic nozzle. Typically powered by a portable tow-behind air compressor, the UTILITY AIRSPADE provides a safe, powerful and efficient method of uncovering underground electric lines, pipes, and tree roots without harm. - Page 5 GENERAL INFORMATION AIRSPADE PATENTED SUPERSONIC NOZZLE The UTILITY AIRSPADE’s patented supersonic nozzle turns compressed air into a high-speed, laser-like jet moving at twice the speed of sound – 1,200 mph. All of the energy and momentum of air moving at approximately Mach 2 is focused into the soil, dislodging it in a fraction of a second.
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Page 6: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ALWAYS … Wear appropriate protective work clothing and equipment. Cut and puncture- resistant gloves, approved safety glasses with side shields and/or face protection, and approved hearing protective earplugs or earmuffs should be worn while operating the UTILITY AIRSPADE. Eye protection should comply with ANSI Z87.1-1989. - Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT … Operate the UTILITY AIRSPADE until the operating and safety instructions are read and fully understood. … Make any modifications to the UTILITY AIRSPADE. … Tie, tape, or otherwise lock or fasten the trigger in the “ON” position. …...
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Page 8: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS • Read and follow the directions below to properly assemble the UTILITY AIRSPADE. • Apply a small amount of commercial grade anti-seize compound on the barrel threads (A & B) to prevent galling. • Screw the nozzle into the barrel by turning clockwise. Hand-tighten only. •... -
Page 9: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATION • Match the air compressor size to the UTILITY AIRSPADE nozzle on the tool. To properly size the air compressor, make sure the air compressor flow rate is equal to, or greater than, the nozzle flow rate. •... - Page 10 • For large-diameter holes, position the UTILITY AIRSPADE 4000 at an angle between 30° and 45° from the horizontal. Depress the trigger and move the UTILITY AIRSPADE back and forth across the footprint of the excavation to loosen the soil to a depth of several inches.
- Page 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • For deeper excavations or trenches, loosen the soil in layers of several inches. Remove the soil with a shovel, backhoe, or vacuum. Repeat the procedure until the desired depth is reached. Table B • Excavation rates will vary depending Soil Excavation Rates (ft /min) upon soil composition, soil compaction,...
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Page 12: Components & Accessories
COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES NOZZLE • The UTILITY AIRSPADE nozzle can be unscrewed from the barrel by turning counter clockwise. In the event of a tighter than normal connection, flats are provided on the nozzle for wrench application. Before reinstalling the nozzle, remove any dirt or foreign material from the threads and O-ring, and apply a small amount of commercial grade anti-seize compound on the threads to prevent galling. - Page 13 COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES 45º ADAPTER • The 45º adapter enables the UTILITY AIRSPADE to operate in tight locations where obstructions do not allow the use of a straight barrel. Unscrew the existing nozzle from the barrel. Ensure the 45º adapter locking ring is shouldered against the 45º adapter body and the 45º...
- Page 14 COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES SLIDING DIRT SHIELD Rubber Deflector Locking Sleeve • The sliding dirt shield is made up of two components: the locking sleeve (A) and rubber deflector (B). One end of the locking sleeve has 4 slots; the other end is solid. Fig.
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Page 15: Parts Disassembly And Reassembly
PARTS, DISASSEMBLY AND RE-ASSEMBLY HANDLE SPARE PARTS KITS • The UTILITY AIRSPADE Handle Spare Parts Kit includes: Valve Spring Valve Seal Valve Stem Pressure Gauge Lanyard Safety Clip Lubricant VALVE STEM REPLACEMENT • Remove the plastic, snap-on handle cover by drawing the cover toward the rear of the tool. - Page 16 PARTS, DISASSEMBLY AND RE-ASSEMBLY PRESSURE GAUGE • The pressure gauge may be removed with a valve removal tool by turning counter clockwise. Valve removal tools are commonly available at any auto parts store. Before reinstalling, apply a small amount of thread locker on the gauge stem threads.
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Page 17: Products, Parts & Accessories List
PRODUCTS, PARTS & ACCESSORIES LIST Part # Description ASU4105G4 Utility AirSpade 105 cfm w 4 ft Barrel ASU4150G4 Utility AirSpade 150 cfm w 4 ft Barrel ASU4225G4 Utility AirSpade 225 cfm w 4 ft Barrel ASU4105KT Utility AirSpade 105 cfm Kit ASU4150KT Utility AirSpade 150 cfm Kit ASU4225KT... -
Page 18: Limited Warranty
(GUARDAIR) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year. Defective units will be replaced or repaired at the option of GUARDAIR. The warranty period begins at the date of shipment of the tool from GUARDAIR or from GUARDAIR’S authorized distributor. - Page 19 2000 & 3000 For the biggest, toughest excavation jobs. Our AIRSPADE models 2000 & 3000 air guns ® effectively penetrate and dislodge most types of soil, but are harmless to non-porous objects such as plant roots, buried pipes, or cables. ARBORICULTURE / HORTICULTURE The premier air tool for use in advanced tree care ENVIRONMENTAL...
- Page 20 AIRVAC ® The Perfect Companion for AIRSPADE ® Powered by compressed air, AirVac is the mobile alternative to large, expensive vacuum trucks. Effectively vacuums up to 2 cubic ft/min of spoils including dirt, sand, gravel, small rocks, and muck. Designed to run off a standard, 185 cfm tow-behind air compressor, the AirVac features a powerful multi-stage venturi vacuum engine with no motors or moving...
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