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OWNERS MANUAL GV240 65 YEARS OF AMERICAN INGENUITY KRENDL MACHINE COMPANY • 1201 SPENCERVILLE RD DELPHOS, OHIO 45833 • TELEPHONE 800-459-2069 • FAX 419-695-9301 E - MAIL: krendl@krendlmachine.com • WEB SITE: www.krendlmachine.com...
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF KRENDL EQUIPMENT MODEL GV240 OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ASSURED SAFETY AND CONFIDENCE, PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING YOUR MACHINE. E-MAIL ADDRESS IS: krendl@krendlmachine.com WEB SITE IS: www.krendlmachine.com...
able of ontents Preface General Safety Information Decals Returned Goods Procedure Service Specifications Warranty Basic Components Theory of Operation Operating Instructions Machine Hook-up ......8 Machine Start-up .
This manual has been prepared to help you obtain the maximum efficiency and service from your Krendl equipment. The machine is designed to move insulation with the utmost in dependable performance. Our primary objective is to build equipment which will provide complete satisfaction.
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If you have any questions about your intended use or the machines suitability, ask your supplier/distributor or consult the factory. Krendl Machine Company can not anticipate every circumstance that might involve a hazard. For that reason, warnings in the manual and warning tags and decals affixed to the unit, are not all-inclusive.
Make Sure! • Vacuum is sitting on level surface or engine failure may occur. • Both inlet and outlet hoses are attached and pushed on all the way to actuate safety switches, then secured with hose clamps before operating. • Fan chamber is empty of foreign debris before starting as this can bind and stall your machine or damage the fan. •...
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Notice: For assured safety and confidence, please read the manual before operating. If no manual is provided a free download is available at www.krendlmachine.com or by contacting Krendl Machine at 419-692-3060. El vac o debe utilizarse Aviso: Para una mejor seguridad y confianza, por favor lea el manual antes de operar.
IF MACHINE WAS NOT PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM KRENDL MACHINE COMPANY, CONTACT YOUR SUPPLIER / DISTRIBUTOR. When returning products to Krendl for repair, first obtain a return goods authorization, at which time you will be given shipping instructions. The product must be shipped PREPAID:...
WARRANTY Krendl Machine Company (Company) warrants to each original purchaser (Buyer) of its machines that such products will be free of manufacturing defects for a period of 2 years from the date of shipment to the Buyer. (This does not include accessories, pumps, blowers, wall scrubbers, etc.) No warranty is made with respect to: 1.
asic omponents This is a view of the basic components of your vacuum. It shows the location of each item and gives the function of each. Use this as a guide throughout the manual. (See Illust. A) A) STAND — Mobile frame unit that supports the motor, battery, and fan chamber.
perating nstructions Machine Hook-up Hook-up for Loosefill Insulation Removal: This unit comes ready for connection to the Vacuum Defender and 6" insulation hose when used for loosefill insulation removel with the use of a 8" to 6" reducer shown in (Illust. C). Note: Hose clamps are to be utilized with all hose connections to prevent air leakage and insure operator safety.
(Illust. D) At all times keep your hands, clothing, foreign objects, etc. away from inlet and discharge of your gas vacuum. Never operate vacuum without hoses attached. Note: The end user should perform a risk assessment when first using this equipment. The end user has knowledge of conditions the equipment is used in.
rouble hooting TROUBLE SHOOTING Note: Whenever vacuum chamber cover is off, make sure key is taken out of the ignition switch and red positive cable is disconnected from battery. Problem Corrective Action 1) Gas vacuum will not start. • Check engine oil level - (if low, unit will not start). •...
Periodic preventive maintenance will add years of life to your equipment. Reviewing the information in this manual will go a long way in reducing downtime and lost income. Krendl Machine Maintenance: See engine operation Daily manual for additional • Clear insulation away from engine and muffler to avoid fire, ensure proper...
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Weekly Cooling Fins • Remove air filter and blow with compressed air. • Clean out fan chamber and remove insulation build up on fan. • Inspect fan for wear and bent blades. Debris Note: Do not remove fan for general maintenance. Monthly •...
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Kohler Maintenance Schedule Honda Maintenance Schedule Hour / Tachometer Reset Instructions: 1) Toggle to the appropriate Flash Alert menu to be cleared. 2) Press and hold button until "00000" appears. (approx. 3 sec) Note: Hour glass will flash repeatedly while holding button down during service reset. Rev.
Fan Removal for Replacement: 1. Remove fan chamber cover. (See Illust. H) 2. Remove cap screws and insert them in tapped holes in bushing flange. 3. Tighten cap screws progressively in a clockwise rotation placing equal amounts of torque until bushing disengages. 4.
GV240 E xploded arts GAS VACUUM Item# Part# Description GV240-1 Gas Vacuum Stand GV230-5 Motor, Gas Vacuum, 23HP GV230-5H Motor, Gas Vacuum, 22HP (Honda) GV230-5K Motor, Gas Vacuum, 23 1/2HP (Kohler) GV230-5-1 Muffler Kit GV230-5H-5 Muffler Kit (Honda) GV230-5K-1 Muffler Kit (Kohler) 150311Z Key, 1/4"...
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Item# Part# Description LS200 Switch, Limit (2) GV230-28 Battery 11-1 GV230-17-R1 Battery Pad GV230-BHD Bracket, Hold Down, Battery 12-1 FSB230 Hold Down Bolt, SB 1/4-20 x 9" (2) 12-2 FW003 1/4 Flat Washer (2) 12-3 FW004 W 1/4" Lock Washer (2) 12-4 FN007 N 1/4-20 Nut (2)
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65 YEARS OF AMERICAN INGENUITY Made in the U.S.A. KRENDL MACHINE COMPANY • 1201 SPENCERVILLE RD DELPHOS, OHIO 45833 • TELEPHONE 800-459-2069 • FAX 419-695-9301 E - MAIL: krendl@krendlmachine.com • WEB SITE: www.krendlmachine.com...
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