Aerovent IM-977 - Manual

©2014 Aerovent
DO NOT INSTALL, USE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
The purpose of this manual is to aid in the proper installation and operation of fans supplied by Aerovent. These
instructions are intended to supplement good general practices and are not intended to cover detailed instruction
procedures because of the wide variety and types of fans manufactured by Aerovent.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to assure that the installation and maintenance of this equipment is handled
by qualified personnel experienced in such work and equipment.
Contact your local representative should you need further information.
Prior to shipment, all fans have been thoroughly inspected and tested.
All equipment shipped from Aerovent is boxed or crated to fully comply with trucking requirements. Inspect all ship-
ments carefully for damage. THE RECEIVER MUST NOTE ANY DAMAGE ON THE CARRIER’S BILL OF LADING AND
FILE A CLAIM IMMEDIATELY WITH THE FREIGHT COMPANY IN THE CASE OF ANY DAMAGE. Keep a record of
all equipment received including inspection details and date of receipt due to the possibility of partial shipments.
If you receive damaged goods, contact your sales or factory representative for repair or replacement service.
Introduction
Handling
Storage
Shipment and Receiving
Handle your equipment with caution. Some fans are provided with lifting lugs or holes for easy handling. Others must
be handled using nylon straps which protect the fan’s coating and housing. Spreader bars should be used when
lifting large parts.
Fans should be lifted by using straps around the fan housing only. DO NOT LIFT FANS BY THE MOTOR, MOTOR
BASE, PROP OR FLANGES.
Roof ventilators should be lifted by using straps around the fan housing or base only. Spreader bars should also be
used to avoid damage to stack caps or hoods. DO NOT LIFT ROOF VENTILATORS BY THE STACK CAP OR HOOD.
On hooded units, disassemble the stack from hood when lifting. Upblast models may be lifted assembled.
If fans are stored for any length of time, they should be stored in a clean, dry location to prevent rust and corro-
sion. Outdoor storage is not recommended. When outdoor storage is necessary, fans should be protected from the
elements as completely as possible. Cover fan inlets and outlets and keep motors dry and clean.
For extended storage (more than 3 months) motor shafts and bearings should be rotated monthly. If stored longer
than 6 months, bearing grease in the motor and fan should be purged and replaced with compatible grease. Re-check
belts for proper tension. Storage records should be kept to assure proper maintenance. The factory can advise war-
ranty centers to provide motor and bearing service if needed.
General Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions For Aerovent Products
IM-977
August 2014