National Vacuum Equipment Owner’s Manual & Operating Instructions Model 5314 Blower Visit our web site to download brochures and other MADE IN USA technical information.
Contents Introduction ....................6 About National Vacuum Equipment, Inc...........6 Our History ....................6 Limited Warranty ..................7 Warranty ....................7 Warranty Procedures ................8 Overview .......................9 General Blower Operation ................9 General Blower Construction ..............10 Location of Serial Number ..............10 Specifications ....................11 Operating Environment ................11 Operating Limits ..................11...
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Operating ....................23 Stopping the Blower................23 Cold Weather Operation .................23 Maintenance ....................24 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..............24 Oil Capacities and Recommendations .............25 Rebuilding ....................26 Cleanout Procedure If Flooded ...............27 Parts Diagram ..................28 Parts List ....................29 Troubleshooting ..................30 www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 5...
Our History National Vacuum Equipment, Inc. was founded in 1980 by Bruce Luoma. The Company started as a retailer of vacuum pumps. Soon after it started, the Company secured the rights to exclusive distribution of the Battioni vacuum pumps in North America.
6. Manufacturer’s liability shall not be enforceable for any product until National Vacuum Equipment, Inc. has been paid in full for such product. 7. Except to the extent expressly stated herein, manufacturer’s liability for incidental and consequential damage is hereby excluded to the full extent permitted by law.
Product must be returned to NVE freight prepaid in the most eco- nomical way. Credit will be issued for material found to be defective upon our inspection, based upon prices at the time of purchase. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 8 | 5314 Blower...
The airflow capacity of the machine (in ACFM) is nearly proportional to the speed of the machine and is nearly constant with changes in inlet or outlet pressures. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 9...
Each blower should have a brass colored tag with an embossed serial num- ber. In addition, the serial number and blower direction as assembled at the factory are stamped into the top of the housing as shown: www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 10 | 5314 Blower...
SPECIFICATIONS Operating Environment The 5314 blower is designed to move atmospheric air. Do not use to move explosive or corrosive gasses or operate the blower in an area with explosive gases. Any materials in the intake air must be filtered and separated from the air by means of an intake filter, moisture trap and/or a cyclonic filter.
34.2 54.6 64.8 75.0 85.2 95.4 72.9 3600 ACFM 1587 1320 1179 1087 B.O. 1252 ACFM - Actual CFM generated on the vacuum or pressure side of the machine B.O. - Blanked Off www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 12 | 5314 Blower...
It is recommended the operator monitor the blower while running and listen for resonances (increased levels of noise) that may occur at certain RPM’s and operate the blower at speeds above or below the resonance speeds to reduce excess noise. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 13...
Operating in excess of the Seizure of Blower, damage to Reduce the vacuum or pres- specified temperature rise blower and ejection of parts sure level to bring within across the blower limits. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 14 | 5314 Blower...
Keep all intake, exhaust and ballast ports covered to prevent accidental ingestion of material into the blower. Handling Use an appropriately sized lift strap for lifting the blower. Thread two 3/4” eye bolts into unused mounting feet as shown. Model Weight (Lbs) 5314 www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 15...
In addition, remove the oil fill plug on drive oil tank and inspect the gear for absence of rust. Use a rust preventative oil with a flash point over 400°F Dispose of used rust preventative oil according to local regulations INSTALLATION Rotation and Airflow www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 16 | 5314 Blower...
RPM. U-Joint operating angles on each end of a drive shaft should always be equal within 1° of each other to cancel an angle vibration. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 18 | 5314 Blower...
6” hose minimum. Be sure to locate the ballast inlet away from heat, debris and fluid sources as exposure to these may result in damage to the blower. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 19...
(i.e. tank protection or overheat protection). We would recommend the use of a high quality vacuum relief valve such as Kunkle. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 20 | 5314 Blower...
Bag houses are typically used in systems where dry material is being pumped. Specification of a proper bag house depends on the frequency and type of dry material being pumped. Consult the factory for assistance in selecting a bag house. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 21...
Increase the vacuum level slowly until the rated level is reached. During the first 8 hours of operation, check that there are no vacuum leaks, oil leaks, vibrations or strange noises. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 22 | 5314 Blower...
Kerosene. Use the recommended oil for the operating temperatures. If temperatures are so cold that the blower cannot warm up, enclose the blower allowing for sufficient clearance from parts to prevent contact with hot or moving components. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 23...
Dispose of used oil according to local regulations Rebuilding Rebuilding is beyond the scope of this owner’s manual and should be performed only by trained technicians. Consult an authorized distributor or NVE to arrange rebuilding of the blower. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 26 | 5314 Blower...
Clean it out as best you can. Drain all fluids from the silencer and allow it to dry. 8. When everything is clean and dry, reassemble the manifold and silencers. Make sure flange bolts on the blower are tightened evenly. www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 27...
5314 Blower Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 150-001-5314 HOUSING BLOWER 5314 MACHINED 150-003-003 ENDPLATE 5314 DRIVE END MACH 150-003-004 ENDPLATE 5314 GEAR END MACH 150-005-5314-D ROTOR DRIVE 5314 150-005-5314-I ROTOR IDLER 5314 150-006-002 KEY .5"X.5"X2.5" 1018 BER 150-043-001 DOWEL HOLLOW 5/16" X 1/2"...
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D, E, F, H, K, U & V Blower is creating unusual noises or vibrations A, B, C, D, F, G,H, K, L, N, W & AC STOP THE BLOWER TO PREVENT DAMAGE www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 32 | 5314 Blower...
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Four way valve not fully seated in Seat the 4-way valve. Clean if debris built up has proper position occurred. Faulty relief valve Replace relief valve Rotors timing is off Have blower rebuilt www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 5314 Blower | 33...
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National Vacuum Equipment, Inc. P.O. Box 685 Traverse City, MI 49685 USA 231.941.0215 Phone 231.941.2354 Fax www.natvac.com | 800.253.5500 36 | 5314 Blower...
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