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National Vacuum Equipment National Vacuum Equipment National Vacuum Equipment Owner’s Manual 43 Series Challenger Tri-Lobe Blower MADE IN THE USA natvac.com 800-253-5500...
Today, NVE has full service machine, fabrication and powder-coating shops complete with CNC-controlled production equipment designed for close tolerance work. The company has a highly trained staff, all of whom are dedicated to quality.
National Vacuum Equipment, Inc. Certain products provided by National Vacuum Equipment, Inc. are covered by their respective manufacturer’s warranties (e.g., engines used in the NVE engine drive packages). These products are not covered by the National Vacuum Equipment, Inc. Manufacturer’s Warranty.
• Customer must receive a return goods authorization (RGA) before returning product. • All serial-numbered products must retain the NVE serial number tag to be qualified for warranty. • Product must be returned to NVE intact for inspection before warranty will be honored.
NVE 4307 & 4310 TRI-LOBE BLOWERS General Blower Operation BALLAST INJECTION The NVE BLOWERS are severe duty vacuum pumps, designed to be used in liquid waste pumping systems where extended operation is desired. The blower incorporates a ballast air cooling system to provide superior cooling, allowing for extended operation.
Location of Serial Number Each blower should have a brass colored tag with an embossed serial number. In addition, the Sereial Number serial number and blower direction as assembled at the factory are stamped into the top of the hous- ing as shown: Specifications Operating Environment...
- faster R.P.M., higher air temperature and longer run time all equal more heat in blower. When installing an NVE 4307 or 4310 blower we recommend a normal R.P.M. of 4000. Other speeds are ok as long as exhaust gas temperatures read on the supplied thermometer do not exceed 380 degrees F.
Dimensions OIL FILL PORT .250 NON-DRIVE END 9/16" HEX STAMP DIRECTION AND SERIAL NUMBER INTO HOUSING AS DETAIL C SHOWN SCALE 1 / 2 OIL FILL PORT DRIVE END 9/16" HEX (1.499) (.375) 1/2-13 UNC - 2B .875 SQ KEY ( ...
Limitations of Use Limitation of Use Reason for Limitation and/ Corrective Actions or Risk Operation of the blower in Fire and/or explosion can an explosive environment result Using blower to move Fire and/or explosion can explosive, toxic or danger- result DO NOT USE ous gases Pollution of the environment...
In the event damage has occurred, first file a claim with the carrier and then contact NVE for assistance. Keep all intake, exhaust and ballast ports covered to prevent accidental ingestion of materials into the blower.
Belt Drive All NVE blower input shafts are equipped with an outboard roller bearing which allows the use of V-belt. The driving pulley from the prime mover must be mounted on the intake side of the blower to prevent unloading of the blower bearings.
PTO Drive PTO’s must be properly sized to drive the blower. For more information on driving blowers with PTO’s, please see the Chelsea Blower Torque Guide Bulletin HY25- 0075-B1-US available at www.parker.com • Improper use of “Hot Shift” (i.e. clutch type, constant mesh) PTO’s can result in severe damage to the blower driveline and blower.
The intake filters are designed to ensure maximum airflow efficiency why minimize the noise for customer specific operating points. If using a non-OEM keeping out unwanted debris. The filters supplied by NVE use a stainless steel silencer, it should be tested for effectiveness in the same fashion as described screen and can be cleaned.
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If the blower is intended to be used in pressure mode then a pressure relief valve is required. NVE recommends the use of Kunkle pressure relief valves as they have been proven to work well and have sufficient flow capacity.
OPERATION Initial Start Up Preliminary Checks Before operating a blower that has been stored for any length of time, remove the intake and exhaust covers and inspect the rotors and cylinders to insure the absence of rust. In addition, remove the oil fill plug on the drive oil tank and inspect the gear for absence of rust.
Cold Weather Operation During very cold weather conditions, always warm the blower before operating at full rated vacuum or pressure. Damage to the blower can result from operating for short intervals in very cold weather conditions. If using a coupler with a rubber jaw or sleeve in shear during extremely cold weather, take note that elastomeric materials become stiffer in cold weather.
MAINTENANCE • LOCK OUT any equipment before performing maintenance. • Remove all pressure and vacuum from the system, i.e. discharge stored energy in the system. • Allow the blower to cool to below 100°F before beginning work to prevent burns. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FREQUENCY CHECK...
Oil Capacities and Recommendations The initial oil change on the blower is after 500 hours of operation. OIL FILL OIL LEVEL WITH BLOWER SHUT DOWN DRIVE NON-DRIVE OIL LEVEL OIL DRAIN SIGHT EYES CHANGE OIL IN BOTH DRIVE AND NON-DRIVE OIL TANKS Right
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Rebuilding Rebuilding is beyond the scope of this owner’s manual and should be performed only by trained technicians. Consult an authorized distributor or NVE to arrange rebuilding of the blower. natvac.com | 800.253.5500 4307 & 4310 Blower | 23...
Main Pump Housing – Fluid flush; At least weekly. • Your blower comes standard with flush fluid kit hookup capability. This is used to introduce small amounts of flushing fluid into the machine to clean out debris and inhibit rust. Note this procedure is also followed daily in cold climates to help keep any moisture that may be in the blower from freezing up.
TROUBLESHOOTING Operating Problem Probable Cause (See Next Table) Blower does not spin freely A, B & C Inlet vacuum is not what’s expected D , E, X, Y, Z, AA & BB Outlet pressure is not what’s expected E, F & H STOP THE BLOWER TO PREVENT DAMAGE Outlet temperature is not what’s expected D, E, F, G, H, J &...
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Oil too thick Use correct viscosity oil Oil is foaming Use correct type of oil Operating Diesel engine at too low of Increase Engine RPM and adjust drive ratios an RPM causing rotor contact according. Use a vibration dampened drive shaft Moisture trap or shut off is full and Empty the moisture trap or shut off of fluid closed off...
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Probable Cause Remedy Rotors are contacting each other Stop the blower immediately and check the internal clearances of the blower Deposit build up on cylinder wall Clean the cylinder walls and rotors Object was ingested into the blower Remove the object, clean the internal walls of blower and check the internal clearances Inlet plumbing or filter clogged Check and clean the inlet plumbing and filter...
4307 Blower Complete | Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION HHCS - 5/16-18 UNC x 0.75 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW - 5/16-18 UNC x 0.75 HHCS - 3_8-16 UNC X 1.125 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW - 3/8-16 UNC X 1.125 HHCS - 3_8-16 UNC X 1.25 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW - 3/8-16 UNC X 1.25 HHCS - 3_8-16 UNC X 1.50...
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4310 Blower Complete | Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 120-006 KEY 3/8" X 3/8" X 2" 120-010-001 CAP 3/4" PIPE BLACK POLY 120-047 DRAIN PLUG, 3/4" NPT 120-047-1 DRAIN PLUG, 3/4" NPT MAGNETIC 120-049-004 BUSHING BRASS 3/4" X 1/4" 120-064-003 O-RING, 2-240 VITON 120-064-008...
4310 Blower Complete | Parts List Continued ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 150-063-006 FLANGE, RETAINING 6" ADJ ELBOW 150-063-014 FLANGE, 4" ADJ-ELBOW NARROW 150-099-007 WASHER, #10 FLAT HD 150-099-008 WASHER, 5/16 SEALING BUNA 150-309-001 HOUSING, FILTER MACHINED 4310 150-310-002 COVER, FILTER 4310 150-314-002 FILTER, STAINLESS 4310 150-612-747...
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4310 Blower Complete | Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 320-407-026 GREASE LINE -3 SST STR -3 FEMALE JIC TO STR -3 FEMALE JIC 4" (MAKE) 320-407-027 GREASE LINE -3 SST 90 DEG JIC TO 90 DEG JIC 6" (MAKE) 320-408-016 FITTING STR -3 MJIC X 1/8 MNPT 320-408-028...
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4310 Blower Complete | Parts List Continued ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION LW - 3/8 LOCK WASHER, 3/8 LW - 5/16 LOCK WASHER, 5/16 PLUG - 1/4 NPT SH SOCKET HEAD PLUG - 1/4 NPT PLUG - 1_2 NPT SH SOCKET HEAD PLUG - 1_2 NPT PLUG - 3/8 NPT SH SOCKET HEAD PLUG - 3/8 NPT RVT 3/32 D X 1/4L SS...
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REVIS DATE DESCRIPT 7/24/2017 CREATED PRINT FOR 4310 Blower 4-Way Intake Manifold | Parts Diagram PARTS LIS ITEM PART NUMBER DESC 131-4310-LD BLOW 148-4310-002 150-650-004 BALL 150-650-005 BALL 150-099-008 426-400-TAR-0400 HOSE 426-4625-TBC CLAM 802-650-003A BALL 150-616-4310 GASK HHCS - 5/16-18 UNC X 2.75 PLUG - 1/4 NPT SH SOCK 131-4310-LD...
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4307 Blower 4-Way Intake Manifold | Parts Diagram ITEM CAD FILE LOCATION TOLERANCES UNLESS One place (.X) Two places (.XX) Three places (.XX Angles All machined surface Remove all burrs and CAD drawing - NO ma All dimensions in inc This document may co secret information w property of National Va...
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4307 Blower 4-Way Manifold | Parts List Continued ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 120-311 GASKET, FILTER HOUSING, 4-WAY 120-312 KNOB, 3/8-16 UNC 120-313 STUD, 3/8-16UNC-2A x 4-3/8" SS 120-314 FILTER ELEMENT, INLET 367/506 120-315 GASKET COVER FLTR 4-WAY 120-315-B GASKET COVER FLTR 4-WAY, BUNA 120-317 FILTER COVER 150-041-007...
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ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION HHCS - 5_16-18 UNC - 1.50 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW - 5/16-18 UNC - 1.50 HHCS - 5_16-18 UNC X 1.25 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW - 5/16-18 UNC X 1.25 HHCS - 5_16-18 UNC X 1.75 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW - 5/16-18 UNC X 1.75 HHCS - 5_16-18 UNC X 3.75 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW - 5/16-18 UNC X 3.75...
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4310 Blower 4-Way Intake Manifold | Parts Diagram 4310 Blower 4-Way Intake Manifold | Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 120-010-001 CAP 3/4" PIPE BLACK POLY 120-049-004 BUSHING BRASS 3/4" X 1/4" 120-060-002 GRIP, HANDLE W/ LOGO 120-064-003 O-RING, 2-240 VITON 120-064-011 O-RING, 2-438 VITON 120-064-012...
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4310 Blower 4-Way Intake Manifold | Parts List Continued ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 150-063-003 ELBOW, INTAKE 4310 150-063-004 FLANGE, CHECK 4" 4310 150-063-005 FLANGE, 4" ADJ-ELBOW 150-063-006 FLANGE, RETAINING 6" ADJ ELBOW 150-099-007 WASHER, #10 FLAT HD 150-122-001 STANDOFF, 3/8 UNC X 2.6"L STL 150-309-001 HOUSING, FILTER MACHINED 4310 150-310-002...
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4310 Blower 4-Way Intake Manifold | Parts List Continued ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION FW 1_2 USS FLAT WASHER 1/2” USS HHCS - 1_2-13 UNC - 1.75 HHCS - 1_2-13 UNC - 1.75 HHCS - 1_2-13 X 1.50 HHCS - 1_2-13 X 1.50 HHCS - 3_8-16 UNC X 0.75 HHCS - 3_8-16 UNC X 0.75 HHCS - 3_8-16 UNC X 0.875...
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