Model gb, Wheel overlap and gap dimensions, Pre-starting checks – Greenheck Model G User Manual

Page 6: Wheel rotation, Belts

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Downblast Centrifugal Roof Exhaust Fans

WARNING

Correct direction of wheel rotation is critical. Reversed
rotation will result in poor air performance, motor
overloading and possible burnout.

WARNING

The fan has been checked for mechanical noises at
the factory prior to shipment. If mechanical noise
should develop, suggested corrective actions are
offered in the Troubleshooting section.

IMPORTANT

Over tightening will cause excessive bearing wear and
noise. Too little tension will cause slippage at startup
and uneven wear.

Model GB

Pre-Starting Belt Tension Checks

8. Always loosen tension enough to install belts

without stretching, see Figure 9.

9. For units with two groove pulleys, adjust so the

tension is equal in both belts.

10. If adjustments are made, it is very important to

check the pulleys for proper alignment. Misaligned
pulleys lead to excessive belt wear vibration, noise
and power loss, see Figure 10.

Figure 10

Wheel Overlap and Gap Dimensions

Figure 7

G

H

Model

G - Overlap

in. (mm)

H - Gap

in. (mm)

G

060-095

3⁄32 (2)

G

97-163

1/4 (6)

GB

071-161

1/4 (6)

G

183-243

3/8 (10)

GB

180-240

3/8 (10)

GB

260-540

1/2 (13)

Pre-Starting Checks

1. Check all fasteners and set screws for tightness.

The wheel should rotate freely and be aligned as
shown in Figure 7 below.

2. Wheel position is preset and the unit is test run at

the factory. Movement may occur during shipment
and realignment may be necessary.

3. Only G unit - Centering height alignment can be

accomplished by loosening the set screws in
the wheel and moving the wheel to the desired
position.

4. Only GB unit - Centering can be accomplished by

loosening the bolts holding the drive frame to the
shock mounts and repositioning the drive frame.

5. Only GB unit - Wheel and inlet cone overlap can be

adjusted by loosening the set screws in the wheel
and moving the wheel to the desired position.

6. Only GB unit - Fan RPM should be checked and

verified with a tachometer.

7. Check wheel rotation (viewing from the shaft side)

by momentarily energizing the unit. Rotation should
be clockwise as shown in Figure 8 and correspond
to rotation decal on the unit. If wheel rotation is
incorrect, reverse two of the wiring leads or check
motor wiring for single phase.

Wheel Rotation

Figure 8

Clockwise
Rotation
All Models

Do not force belt(s). Forcing the belt(s)
will break the cords and cause belt failure.

Belts

Figure 9

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