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USA Industrial Vacuums DS1-EX Series Installation, Operation, Maintenance & Service Model No. Serial No. Filter No. Start-Up Date • PORTABLE Version: 2.1 10/29/19 54 Winter St. • Holyoke, MA 01040 • (413) 532-4030 • info@ruwac.com...
Table of Contents Contents Page Warranty Safety Instructions III. Start-Up Inspection and Maintenance Standard Instructions (All Vacuums) Silo Vacuum Instructions Trouble Shooting VI. Terms and Conditions Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
RUWAC service personnel are covered by a 120-day parts only warranty. RUWAC, Inc. will not assume any responsibility under the terms of this limited warranty on equipment, which has not been paid in full. This warranty does not apply to any equipment that has been disassembled, repaired, or otherwise altered by any person without the written authorization of RUWAC’S service department, nor does it apply to any product that has...
7. Inspect the vacuum for visible damage, especially to the power cord and cord cap. The vacuum must be removed from service and repaired prior to use. 8. Use only Ruwac replacement parts, accessories and hoses specifically designed for your machine. 9. Unplug the vacuum from the power source when not being used or when being serviced.
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Safety Instructions WARNING: The electrical service at the installation site must supply the voltage stamped on the machine’s serial tag. Most motors have multiple voltage capabilities that may appear on the motor serial tag but do not apply to the specific machine.
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Note: If continuity is not found across any of these points, consult the parts manual to check that all ground wires are in place. For further assistance, contact Ruwac. Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
III. Start-Up DS1-EX SERIES STANDARD INSTRUCTIONS: START-UP / SHUT DOWN OPERATION WARNING: A qualified electrician in accordance to the NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE and all local codes should perform all wiring and or electrical adjustments during installation and servicing. Pull up on the dust pan...
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1” unrestricted air line ball valve by turning turning the lever away grounded object. is required for optimal the lever towards you. from you. performance. Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
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Note: Using an object to dislodge material may tear the filter. Consult your RUWAC representative if material blockage is excessive. Do not use high pressure compressed air or water to clean off filter, as material may become permanently lodged into filter membrane.
NOTE: The presence of material in this area or in the exhaust is often the result of a misaligned seal or damaged filter. Consult your RUWAC representative if either is the case. Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
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Inspection & Maintenance DS1-EX SERIES STANDARD INSTRUCTIONS: FILTER INSTALLATION CAUTION: Motor deck will be heavy and will require a hoist to remove. Always wear a dust mask when performing filter inspections or service. Reinsert black mesh Insert the filter cage...
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Remove and replace Tighten the bracket Replace the With the motor running the HEPA filter. hardware. motor deck, attach and inlet blocked, the ground wire. secure the motor deck hardware. Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
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Inspection & Maintenance DS1-EX SERIES STANDARD INSTRUCTIONS: HEPA MAXX FILTER FIELD INSTALLATION CAUTION: Motor deck will be heavy and will require a hoist or two users to to place atop work bench or table. Remove the motor Remove the motor...
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2 locations point out above. Block the inlet and turn Insert ¼-20 bolts with Competed unit as on the vacuum. lock washers into the shown. 6 locations pointed out above. Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
Inspection & Maintenance DS1-EX SERIES STANDARD INSTRUCTIONS: BELT INSPECTION CAUTION: Motor deck will be heavy and will require a hoist to remove. Before any maintenance service is done, follow standard lock out and tag out procedures as well. With power disconnect-...
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CAUTION: Motor deck will be heavy and will require a crane to place atop work bench or table. Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
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Inspection & Maintenance DS1-EX SERIES STANDARD INSTRUCTIONS: TURBINE REPLACEMENT Replace turbine by Align and install new Tighten all nuts and Flip fully assembled fastening all nuts and motor belt (See pg. 14 bolts surrounding motor deck upright, bolts through bottom of for instructions).
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6-groove belts should be between 4lbs to 5lbs, and 10-groove belts should be between 7lbs to 8lbs. F: FORCE APPLIED D: DEFLECTION AT CENTER OF BELT Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
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Inspection & Maintenance DS1-EX SERIES STANDARD INSTRUCTIONS: PULLEY ALIGNMENT NOTE: Complete the previous operations to prepare the motor deck for service of the motor, turbine or belt. Replace any defective components and secure the motor with bolts before proceeding. Measure the height of...
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Note: To reattach, place drum underneath silo, release the locking pins on each side, and allow the lid to lower onto the drum. Questions? Call Ruwac USA at (413) 532-4030 or e-mail us at info@ruwac.com!
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Insufficient Vacuum - Motor in wrong direction - Check motor direction and ensure it is Pressure moving clockwise. - Dustpan improperly seated - Remove dustpan, inspect seal, replace dustpan. - Filter clogged or improperly - Follow filter inspection procedure (Section IV.) seated - Clogged hose...
Buyer shall set aside and hold rejected goods without further processing until RUWAC has an opportunity to inspect and advise of the disposition, if any, to be made of such goods. In no event shall any rejected goods be returned reworked, or scrapped by Buyer without the express written authorization of RUWAC.
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LIMITED WARRANTY: RUWAC warrants that new equipment which are complete units and are sold and/or manufactured by RUWAC, Inc. will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 18 months from date of shipment or 12 months from date of start-up, whichever comes first. RUWAC warrants that replacement parts sold hereunder will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 120-days after the date of shipment.
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RUWAC. RUWAC’S failure to strictly enforce any right on one occasion does not constitute a waiver of that or any on any other occasion.
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