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électrique, la mort, un incendie et / ou des dommages matériels. Avant d’entreprendre l’installation, l’entretien ou un nettoyage, coupez l’alimentation électrique au panneau de service et bloquez les dispositifs de sectionnement pour éviter une mise en marche accidentelle. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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While its unlikely, gearboxes may leak oil in rare instances. Please contact SkyBlade Fan Company is this occurs. Bien que ce soit peu probable, les boîtes de vitesses peuvent fuir de l’huile dans de rares cas. Veuillez contacter SkyBlade Fan Company si cela se produit.
100 lbs. (46 kg) ST3-2061 20’ / 6.1M Fan 24” (610mm) 114” (2,896mm) 19.0” (483mm) 110 lbs. (50 kg) ST3-2473 24’ / 7.3M Fan 24” (610mm) 114” (2,896mm) 19.0” (483mm) 120 lbs. (55 kg) Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Materials not included in the fan contents (e.g., Grade 5 hardware, etc.) are the responsibility of the installer. Notify your product representative or SkyBlade Fan Company of any discrepancy or missing kit contents prior to installing unit.
When mounting a fan in an area where objects may be lifted or moved into the path of the fan, Skyblade Fans recommends marking or painting hash lines on the floor to alert personnel of the above movement of the fan.
3.3 Safety Cable A Skyblade fan should never be run without proper installation of Safety Cables. These are supplied with every fan. You must install safety cable for warranty to be in effect.
Skyblade Fans can only be hung from an I-beam or angle irons. See installation instructions on the following page. Do not mount the fan to single purlins, trusses, or bar joists. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in the manual.
état, et capable de supporter des charges de jusqu’à 650 lb (295 kg). Il est de la seule responsabilité du client de vérifier que la structure du bâtiment est suffisante pour l’installation du ventilateur. Skyblade fans recommande de consulter un ingénieur en structure avant d’attiser installation.
.25”(.6cm) 3”(7.6cm) over 8’ (2.4m) - x 3”(7.6cm) 12’ (3.7m) x.25”(.6cm) *2 pairs of angle irons. Pairs should be placed back to back and fastened in center (see step 2). Height Thickness Width Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Align the angle irons to each other and tighten the bolts to 90 ft-lb (122 N-m) using a 3/4” socket with torque wrench. Proceed to step 5.5b. Grade 8 Hardware (Customer-Supplied) a. (2) 1/2”-13 GR5 Bolt b. (4) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (2) 1/2” Nylock Nut Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Grade 8 Hardware (customer-supplied): a. (4) 1/2”-13 GR5 Bolt b. (8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 2-1/2” Square Washer (see diagram) d. (4) 1/2” Nylock Nut 2.5” (6.4 cm) 9/16” Dia. (1.4 cm) 2.5” (6.4 cm) Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Fixer les cornières à la structure du toit de points de fixation à chaque extrémité fourni par le client matérielle la 8e année, comme illustré. Grade 8 Hardware (customer-supplied): a. (4) 1/2”-13 GR5 Bolt b. (8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 2-1/2” Square Washer (see diagram) d. (4) 1/2” Nylock Nut Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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(4) 1/2”-13 x 2-1/2” GR 5 Bolt b. (8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 1/2”-13 Nylock Nut 11 1/4” (28.32cm) Upper Yoke Top View 5 1/2” 13 3/4” (34.9cm) x 8” (20.32cm) (13.97cm) Upper Yoke Side View Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
MOUNTiNg MeThOD 3: PUrLiNS NOTE: Purlin brackets and hardware are available from SkyBlade Fan Company upon request and not included standard. 5.7 Selecting Proper Angle Irons Select the proper angle irons based on the requirements stated under section 5.2. 5.8 Pre-Drill Purlins Drill four 9/16”...
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Purlin Bracket Hardware (per set, supplied): a. (2) 1/4” Formed Steel Purlin Bracket b. (2) 1/4” Steel Purlin Backplate c. (16) 1/2”-13-1 3/4” GR 5 Bolt d. (16) 1/2” Nylock Nut e. (32) 1/2” Flat Washer Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
Weight calculations must be done to select the proper size unistrut. Failure to do so may result in damages to the fan and building or even personal harm. Skyblade Fan Company is NOT liable for any damages or injury resulting from improper installation.
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8”x 9”x 1/4” Flat Steel Plates b. (2) 1/4” Steel C Channel Bars c. (8) 1/2” Threaded Rods d. (16) 1/2” Nylock Nuts e. (16) 1/2” Washers f. (2) Steel Safety Cables g. (4) 1/8” Wire Rope Clips Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
The safety cable is a critical safety feature of the fan and must be installed correctly. Le câble de sécurité est une caractéristique de sécurité essentielle de la soufflante qui doit être installé correctement. Cable End Detail Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Tighten bolts to 90 ft. lbs. (122 N-m) using a 3/4” socket with torque wrench. Motor Chassis Hardware (supplied): a. (4) 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” GR 5 Bolt b. (8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 1/2”-13 Nylock Nut Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
1. Slide the gripple fastener (as supplied) over the opposite end of the wire. 2. Feed the end of the guy wire through the guy wire loop on the fan and then through the gripple, removing any slack from the cable. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Assurez-vous que tous les câbles électriques ne soient pas obstruées par des haubans. Eye Hook Gripple a Beam Clamp a Chassis Eye Hook b Eye Hook b Guy Wire c Gripple Wire Loop c Gripple Fastener Gripple Maximum Angle Ceiling/Beam Guy Wire 45° Maximum Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
Pressure Relief Valve Hardware (supplied): a. Gearbox b. Elbow c. Pressure relief valve ATTENTION: Failure to install the pressure relief valve could result in an oil leak from the gearbox seals and will void the Skyblade warranty. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
ALLiNg BLADeS 8.1 Attach Blades to Hub: Slide blade onto struts until blade holes and strut holes are aligned. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Thoroughly inspect the hub, the bolts and brackets within the hub to guarantee clear and proper rotation. If you find that the fan has a bracket that is hitting another object on the hub, contact SkyBlade Fan Company for a resolution. Where Form Follows Function...
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Ne pas insérer d’objets étrangers entre les pales du ventilateur. Blade Hardware Kit (supplied): a. (3) 5/16”-18 x 2” GR 5 Bolt b. (3) 5/16”-18 x 1-3/4“ GR 5 Bolt c. (12) 5/16” Flat Washer d. (6) 5/16”-18 Nylock Nut Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Install wingtips on end of blade after blade has been securely attached to the strut. Using a Phillips- head screwdriver, fasten wingtip to blade using a #6 x 5/8” Flat Phil Screw. Screw Blade Wingtip Wingtip Wingtip Hardware Kit (supplied): a. (3) #6 x 5/8” Flat Phil Screw Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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MOTOr COver NOTE: Motor cover and hardware are available from SkyBlade Fan Company upon request and are not included standard. 8.4 Motor Cover Assembly 1. Orient the motor cover so that the three ventilation slots are on top. 2. Knock out the hole for the motor cable on the cover that is on the side of the motor electrical box.
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2. Twist the entire hub cover to thread the bolt in to the hole. Spin until the hub cover is installed tight. 3. Remove the protective paper from the face of the hub cover. Chassis Assembly Reducer Output Shaft Hub Cover Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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2. Proper grounding of panel and fan per the NEC is required for safety and proper operation. 3. Remote switch, remote cable, motor cable, and motor cable glands supplied by SkyBlade Fans. 4. Length of cable from drive to motor to be 25 feet or less.
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à l’état solide. The installation of a SkyBlade Fan must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1999, and all local codes. The procedures and techniques outlined in this manual are merely a guide for proper installation.
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Not for use with other speed control devices. To avoid a short circuit, be very careful not to get metal chips in the control. The SkyBlade Fan product warranty will not cover equipment damage or failure that is caused by improper installation.
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Ground copper shielding under clamp Factory Installed IMPORTANT: Grounding of one end of the shielding and both ends of the ground cable of the controller wire is required. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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9.3 Running the Motor Wire The SkyBlade ST3 series’ custom designed chassis makes for running the motor wire in an incognito fashion. The motor wire slot on the top of the chassis allows the power wire to be ran through (or affixed to the side) of the extension bar, then conveniently through the top plate of the chassis and directly in to the motor electrical box.
To restart the fan, turn the controls to “OFF” and then back on to your desired setting. 575V ABB Applications: Fire Relay Jumper For questions or comments regarding the fire alarm relay installation, contact SkyBlade Fan Company at 586-806-5107 during normal business hours. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
Motor Connections T4 = Yellow T5 = Black T6 = Gray T7 = Pink Line from VFD T8 = Red T9 = Brown/BRK Red High Voltage Applications (460V/3Ph and 575V/3Ph) Motor Connections Line from VFD Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
Fix incorrect wiring. Check all brackets and bolts. Ensure bolts are torqued to the proper rating and brackets are free to spin without collisions. Is the fan making End of any noise? troubleshooting. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Is the correct input voltage going to the VFD? PLEASE NOTE: All Delta Consult factory. power configurations are incompatible with SkyBlade fans. Wire the proper voltage to the See Fault Code charts on page 40. VFD. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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Over current/Short circuit - IGBTs module in short circuit or damaged. F072 Overload on the motor shaft. Motor overload F078 Overload on the motor shaft. Motor over temperature - Poor contact or short circuit. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
5. Risk of fire. Replace fuse only with 25 Amp, 600 Volt ATMR25 Fast Acting Class C fuse. 6. Close fuse cover by pushing down on the top lever until completely closed. 7. Reconnect power to the drive via the disconnect switch on the side of the VFD enclosure. Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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11. Drain and replace the oil in the gearbox every 40,000 hours of operation with Class 220 viscosity oil. Maintenance Log: DATE: MAINTENANCE PERFORMED REPLACEMENT PARTS REQUIRED Where Form Follows Function SKYBLADe FANS...
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