USER GUIDE This manual covers the description, cautions, operation and maintenance of the Super Vac Tecumseh powered gasoline positive pressure ventilators. Please take the time to read this manual before operating the ventilator. Save this guide for future reference. CONTENTS 1.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 1. Breakage or Damage During Shipment The transportation company is fully responsible for all shipping damage and will resolve problems promptly if you handle it correctly. Please read these instructions carefully. Examine the contents of all shipping cases. If you find any damage, call your transportation agent at once and have them make a description on the freight or express bill describing the damage and the number of pieces.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 2. General Description and Specifications Super Vac ventilators are specifically designed to provide a convenient and portable source of air. Super Vac positive pressure ventilators are tested to AMCA PPV Standard 240-95, for use in extreme conditions.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 3. Product Safety Precautions Ø Do not use the ventilator for purposes other than its’ intended use. Ø Wear eye and ear protection when operating the ventilator. Ø Never operate ventilator while fatigued. Ø Do not disassemble or modify the ventilator in any way. Doing so may lead to mechanical failure or personal injury. Ø...
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 5. Operation Check ventilator inlet and outlet guards for obstructions. Check and remove from immediate surrounding area any objects that could be drawn into the ventilator intake. Check the engine oil level, running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR Starting the engine 1. Turn the fuel lever counter clockwise to the ON position. 2. If engine is cold, move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position. 718G4T_PPVentilatorUserGuide-Tecumseh.doc REV. 03/18/03...
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POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 3. Move throttle control to the SLOW position. 4. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly. Do not let the starter grip return by releasing grip, this can lead to starter cord breakage. Return starter grip gently to the recoiled position. 718G4T_PPVentilatorUserGuide-Tecumseh.doc REV.
2. Turn the fuel valve lever clockwise to the OFF position. Use caution not to direct toxic fumes into confined spaces with the ventilator. Please refer to the Super Vac Training Manual for Smoke Ventilation for comprehensive instruction on effective ventilation practices.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 6. Maintenance and Repair Maintenance should only be performed by experienced and trained personnel. Be sure the ventilator blade has come to a complete stop before performing any maintenance or repair. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and keep it away from spark plug. The ventilator blade should be specially checked for build-up of material or dirt which may cause an imbalance.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 7. Troubleshooting Common causes of engine overheating: § Insufficient unobstructed distance on exhaust side of ventilator. Please refer to the Super Vac Training Manual for Smoke Ventilation for recommended ventilator placement. § Incorrect octane fuel, too low octane.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 8. Warranty Limited Warranty Five Years Super Vacuum Manufacturing Company warrants that the equipment is free from defects in materials and workmanship when used and operated for a period of five years. The responsibility of Super Vacuum Manufacturing Company under this limited warranty is limited to the repair and replacement of any parts which are found defective and which are returned to Super Vacuum Manufacturing Company at 1303 East 11th Street, Loveland, Colorado 80537 with transportation charges prepaid (C.O.D.
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 9. Contact Information For parts or service information, contact: Super Vacuum Manufacturing Company, Inc. PO Box 87 Loveland CO 80539 Phone: 1-800-525-5224 970-667-5146 FAX: 970-667-4296 Internet: www.supervac.com 718G4T_PPVentilatorUserGuide-Tecumseh.doc REV. 03/18/03...
POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATOR 10. Parts List 012-00018 GUARD 718 18" FRONT-PAINTED 032-14564 3/8-16 X 2 1/2” SOCKET BUTTON HEAD CS ZN 032-15540 10-24 X 1/2" PHIL PH MS BLACK 018-15000 718 SHROUD SUPPORT BRACKET 032-10754 1/4” LOCK WASHER ZINC 008-10212 WASHER FLAT #17W14930 MICRO-PLASTIC 032-10745 1/4 - 20 X 1”...
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