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24" Roof Exhauster Fan Bin Accessories Assembly, Operations, and Parts Manual Read this manual before using product. Failure to Part Number: 018223 R9 follow instructions and safety precautions can Revised: April, 2024 result in serious injury, death, or property Original Instructions damage.
New in this Manual The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual Description Section Updated Section 1.1.1 – Explosion Proof Roof Exhauster Information on page 7 Updated Section 2.9 – Safety Decal Locations and Details on page 11 New section Section 4.2 –...
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This product has been designed and manufactured to meet general engineering standards. Other local regulations may apply and must be followed by the operator. All personnel must be trained in the correct operational and safety procedures for this product. Use the sign-off sheet below to record initial and periodic reviews of this manual with all personnel.
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24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 018223 R9...
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24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES CONTENTS 1. Introduction ............................7 1.1 Intended Use ..........................7 1.1.1 Explosion Proof Roof Exhauster Information............. 7 2. Safety............................... 8 2.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words..................8 2.2 General Safety Information....................... 8 2.3 Fan Safety ..........................
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24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 11. Warranty ............................. 37 018223 R9...
1.1.1 Explosion Proof Roof Exhauster Information AGI grain bin Roof Exhauster Fans have been designed to operate in a hazardous agricultural environment as defined by the United States National Electric Code (NEC), Article 500 Class I, Div. 1, Group D and Class II, Div. 1, Groups F and G.
2. SAFETY 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 2. Safety 2.1. Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury or death, carefully read the message that follows, and inform others.
2. SAFETY 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 2.3. Fan Safety • Keep away from fan impeller/blade; high suction can pull a person toward the inlet. Contact with an unguarded impeller/blade will cause severe injury. • Keep the inlet screen in place at all times. •...
2. SAFETY 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 2.5. Safety Equipment The following safety equipment should be kept on site. • First-Aid Kit Have a properly-stocked first-aid kit available for use should the need arise, and know how to use it. 2.6.
• Verify that the supply voltage is correct. Report missing or damaged parts immediately to ensure that proper credit is received from AGI or your distributor/dealer, and to ensure that any missing parts can be shipped quickly to avoid holding up the installation.
Equally space the fan sheets around the bin roof circumference. Note Roof exhauster models from 006370 to 006375 are only compatible with AGI branded bins and require special roof sheets that would be specified with a grain bin order. Figure 1. Example Roof Exhauster Fan Roof Sheets...
4. INSTALLATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES AGI Roof Exhauster installation method varies depending on the type of fan sheets used for installation. Type Description Standard Universal design which fits on a field-cut opening. These fans have part numbers with “GGE”...
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4. INSTALLATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES Figure 2. Minimum Clearance between Fan and Roof Ribs 5. Mark the location of each of the holes in the back panel (XZA-2674) flashing onto the roof sheet. 6. Mark the location of at least 3 holes in the collar/base of enclosure onto the roof sheet. 7.
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4. INSTALLATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES Figure 3. Field Cut or Drilled Holes for Standard Roof Sheet 3/8" [10mm] THRU 5mm MIN 3/16" MIN 3/8" [10mm] THRU 11. Cut out the aeration hole along the tracing for the collar. Note Cut the opening all around about 1/8"...
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4. INSTALLATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 2. Apply sealer tape around the outside of the collar bolt holes on the roof sheet and around the fan opening in the roof sheet. Figure 5. Sealing Around Opening and Holes in Roof Sheet Sealer Tape (532-3698) 3.
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4. INSTALLATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES Figure 6. Align Flashing Backer with Holes in Back Panel 8. Apply caulking (sold separately) as necessary. 9. After adjacent roof sheets are installed, bolt the fan supports to the roof sheet roof ribs. See Figure Note There are 4 fan supports on the Roof Exhauster Fan;...
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Wire equipment motor through a circuit breaker or fused disconnect switch. Important • AGI assumes no liability for incorrect wiring of the fan. Installers and owner are fully responsible for correctly wiring and grounding this equipment. • Fan controls are not supplied by AGI.
4. INSTALLATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 12. Apply sealer tape around the outside of the access panel (see Figure 8) to completely seal out moisture and weather at the access panel to fan left hand panel connection. Figure 8.
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4. INSTALLATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES Figure 9. Fan installation on Special Roof Exhauster Roof Sheet 313-2309 Sealer tape (532-3698) 018223 R9...
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Wire equipment motor through a circuit breaker or fused disconnect switch. Important • AGI assumes no liability for incorrect wiring of the fan. Installers and owner are fully responsible for correctly wiring and grounding this equipment. • Fan controls are not supplied by AGI.
4.5. Grounding Make certain the disconnect switch and the roof exhauster are properly grounded. • AGI recommends that grain bin electrical devices be connected to a ground rod that is no further than 8' (2440 mm) away from the bin foundation.
5. OPERATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 5. Operation For optimal operation, follow these safety precautions, checklists, and instructions. 5.1. Operation Safety • Ensure the fan inlet, outlet, bin floor ductwork and roof vents are not plugged with any foreign material.
5. OPERATION 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 5.3. Ventilation • Ensure that the Roof Exhauster Fans are electrically interlocked with aeration fans to prevent the possibility of fans operating independently. • Adequate ventilation and/or “makeup air” devices should be provided for all powered air handling systems. Make certain aeration fans always push more air into the bin than Roof Exhauster Fans are pulling out.
• After maintenance is complete, replace all guards, service doors, and/or covers. • Use only genuine AGI replacement parts or equivalent. Use of unauthorized parts will void warranty. If in doubt, contact AGI or your local dealer. 6.2. Maintenance Schedule Follow the Maintenance Schedule below.
6. MAINTENANCE 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 6.3. Visually Inspect the Roof Exhauster Fan Check the following during a visual inspection: 1. Ensure all guards are in place and in good working order. 2. Check that the outlet guard is free of debris. 3.
The following section covers some causes and solutions to some of the problems that may be encountered. If there is a problem that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this section, please contact your representative or AGI. Have this manual and the serial number available. Cause Problem Solution Turn power on at source.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES Problem Cause Solution Fan runs for a short Excessively high amps Check voltage and phase balance. Correct time then shuts off. electrical power if needed, otherwise repair or replace motor. Control box is in the sun on a Shade the control box and / or provide very hot day.
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9. PARTS 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES Table 5. Roof Exhauster Roof Sheets (for AGI branded bins) Description Part Number 30’ [9.14 m] EXHAUSTER SHEET 006251 33’ [10.06 m] EXHAUSTER SHEET 006252 36’ [10.97 m] EXHAUSTER SHEET 006253 42’...
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9. PARTS 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES Table 6. Roof Exhauster Fan Housing (006348/006349/XZA-7647/XZA-7648) Parts (quantities not shown) Part Number Description Special Roof Sheet Standard Roof Sheet With single With all other With single With all other phase, XP motors phase, XP motors...
Tighten all bolts to the torque specified, unless otherwise noted. Check tightness periodically, using Table 8 as a guide. Replace the hardware with the same strength bolt, contact AGI if you are unsure. Table 8. Recommended Bolt Torque Recommended Torque (ft-lb) Threads...
11. WARRANTY 24" ROOF EXHAUSTER FAN – BIN ACCESSORIES 11. Warranty AGI (the Company) makes the following warranty to the initial retail purchaser of its products (the Customer). Materials and Workmanship The Company warrants products manufactured by it to be free from defects in materials and workmanship in normal use and service for a period of one (1) year after date of delivery to the Customer.
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AGI is a leading provider of equipment solutions for agriculture bulk commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain, and feed systems with a growing platform in providing equipment and solutions for food processing facilities. AGI has manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Brazil, South Africa, India and Italy and distributes its products globally.
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