Start-up - blower, Check the voltage, Check the blower rotation – Greenheck IGK (472084) User Manual

Page 7: Motor check, Air volume measurement & check, Check for vibration

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Model IGK Make-Up Air

®

Start-Up - Blower

Refer to the Start-Up Checklist in the Reference

Section Before Proceeding Further!
Pre Start-Up Check

Rotate the fan wheel by hand and make sure no
parts are rubbing. Check the V-belt drive for proper
alignment and tension (a guide for proper belt tension
and alignment is provided in the Belt Maintenance
section). Check fasteners, set screws, and locking
collars on the fan, bearings, drive, motor base, and
accessories for tightness.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Required and recommended tools. Equivalent
products may be used.

Voltage &
Amperage
Meter

Manufacturer: Fluke

Model:

177

Phone:

1-800-44-FLUKE

www.fluke.com

Thermometer

Manufacturer: Fluke

Model:

50

Phone:

1-800-44-FLUKE

www.fluke.com

Micro Amp
Meter

Manufacturer: Fluke

Model:

116

Phone:

1-800-44-FLUKE

www.fluke.com

U-Tube
Manometer

Manufacturer: Dwyer

Model:

Slack Tube

Phone:

1-219-897-8000

www.dwyer-inst.com

Tachometer

Manufacturer: Monarch

Model:

Pocket Tach 100

Phone:

1-800-999-3390

www.monarchinstrument.com

WARNING

Check the housing, blower, and ductwork for any

foreign objects before running the blower.

WARNING

Disconnect and lock-out all power and gas before
performing any maintenance or service to the unit.
Failure to due so could result in serious injury or
death and damage to equipment.

1. Check the Voltage

Before starting the unit, compare the supplied voltage,
hertz, and phase with the unit and motor’s nameplate
information.

Electrical Nameplate

SUP HP

MCA

MOP

VOLTS

HZ

PH

Unit’s Total MCA

Voltage, Hertz, Phase

DGK

2. Check the Blower Rotation

Open the blower access
door and run the blower
momentarily to determine
the rotation. Arrows are
placed on the blower scroll to
indicate the proper direction or
reference the example shown
to the right.

NOTE

To reverse the rotation on three phase units,
disconnect and lock-out the power, then
interchange any two power leads.

NOTE

To reverse the rotation on single phase units,
disconnect and lock-out the power, then rewire the
motor per the manufacturer’s instructions.

IMPORTANT

If the blower is rotating in the wrong direction, the
unit will move some air, but will not perform as
designed. Be sure to perform a visual inspection to
guarantee the correct blower rotation.

4. Motor Check

Measure the motor’s voltage, amps and RPM.
Compare to the specifications. Motor amps can be
reduced by lowering the motor RPM or increasing
system static pressure.

5. Air Volume Measurement & Check

Measure the unit’s air volume (CFM) and compare it
with its rated air volume. If the measured air volume
is off, adjust the fan’s RPM by changing/adjusting the
drive.

3. Check for Vibration

Check for unusual noise, vibration or overheating of
the bearings. Reference the Troubleshooting section
for corrective actions.

IMPORTANT

Excessive vibration may be experienced during
the initial start-up. Left unchecked, it can cause a
multitude of problems including structural and/or
component failure.

IMPORTANT

Generally, fan vibration and noise is transmitted
to other parts of the building by the ductwork. To
minimize this undesirable effect, the use of heavy
canvas duct connectors is recommended.

Blower Rotation

Blower

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