Intec FORCE 3, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...3771 Monarch Street Frederick CO 80530 www inteccorp com Local 303 833 6644 Fax 303 833 6650 Toll Free 800 666 1611 Instruction Manual...

Page 2: ...ow the System Works 8 Set Up and Operation 10 Safety First 11 Operational Guidelines 14 Sidewall Tech Notes 15 Operating With a Generator Using Additional Extension Cords 17 Maintenance 19 Troubleshoo...

Page 3: ...MACHINE INFORMATION 2...

Page 4: ...d installation versatility all of our durable systems are made to maximize your profit generating potential Best in class Customer Service Total ease of use extends beyond your initial purchase of an...

Page 5: ...I 2 blowers Blower 7 2 diameter 2 Stage 4 0 PSI 2 blowers Drive motor 1 1 2 HP Transmission Worm gear Chain Airlock 12 x 14 steel 6 vanes Electrical 3 0 version 115V 35 amp 60 Hz Electrical 4 0 DP ver...

Page 6: ...FORCE 3 3 0 4 0 DP Electrical Drawings ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 5 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 110V STD ELECTRICAL WITH VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL...

Page 7: ...FORCE 3 3 0 4 0 DP Electrical Drawings Cont ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS CONT 6 110V STD CONTROL WITH NO VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL...

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Page 10: ...AL SYSTEM The FORCE 3 3 0 requires 2 separate dedicated 20 amp grounded circuits Low voltage or amperage may likely cause tripping blowing of house circuit breakers or chattering of contactor relay Th...

Page 11: ...d material into the air stream of the blowers Airlock seals must be inspected and maintained in order to ensure maximum blowing efficiency mKeep all foreign objects out of airlock to prevent seal or a...

Page 12: ...nd does not require any lube change Periodically remove build up of insulation dust on gearbox and agitator motor to prevent overheating REMOTE CONTROL The remote cord is 100 or 150 in length and is p...

Page 13: ...circuit breakers within the electrical distri bution box or chattering of contactors relays When connecting the power cords to the machine make sure all the switches are in the off position Force 3 4...

Page 14: ...a 50 section allows for additional conditioning of the material which is beneficial for proper density and coverage For optimum results use 3 hose for the first 100 and reduce down to 2 1 2 for the la...

Page 15: ...o not overload the hopper or place objects other than insulation material into hopper as this may cause personal injury or possible machine failure m Never wear loose clothing while running this machi...

Page 16: ...objects out of the hopper Clean all material out of the hopper and the hose after each use m Never leave the machine unattended during operation Disconnect all power to the machine when unattended m N...

Page 17: ...lamps to connect the hose making sure all connections are tight If clogging or less than satisfactory compaction occurs adjust the slide gate inward by 1 2 increments until the situation clears If the...

Page 18: ...ds Average yield with JM Climate Pro 5 8 cavities per 25 5 pound bag CertainTeed InsulSafe SP 31 pound bag Wall pack density Pounds per cavity 1 8 lbs 5 04 pounds Average yield with CertainTeed InsulS...

Page 19: ...hen loading the hopper DO NOT dispense wet material into an empty hopper doing so may clog hose Dispense wet material on top of dry material and allow the agitator to blend the materials Hose length a...

Page 20: ...ent that is needed to start the agitator motor Consult Intec for further information or your local generator reseller Using a generator of insufficient size will cause internal motor damage and will v...

Page 21: ...ING ADDITIONAL EXTENSION CORDS CONT Cord Current Capacities Type S SVT It is recommended that if you need additional cord to run the machine use the next gage size up Note in the electrical world the...

Page 22: ...orce 3 comes with two 10 3 power cords Each twist lock plug in has a built in LED indicator which will let the operator know if the power cord has electricity or not If the LED is glowing green then p...

Page 23: ...Using a 7 16 ratchet and wrench remove the bolts and nuts securing the end plate to the airlock and frame Remove end plate from airlock and remove the airlock rotor Note It is necessary to remove the...

Page 24: ...or the vacuum fan intake is located on the underneath side of the machine and has a metal filter to protect the fan blade from picking up large particles of insulation The motor filter should be clean...

Page 25: ...owers use carbon brushes for operation These brushes need to be periodically inspected to ensure high performance Replace brushes if they are 3 8 inch or shorter Failure to replace short brushes may c...

Page 26: ...or nearest service center location Replace with original factory part rocker switch Have the system inspected by a qualified technician Call Intec for nearest service center location Pull test all wir...

Page 27: ...all Intec for nearest service center location Remove insulation locate 9 16 bolt head located on the outside of the agitator assembly If bolt is missing align the hole in agitator to the shaft and ins...

Page 28: ...on to replace Run hose as straight as pos sible to help maintain pro duction Inspect seals for tears or cuts See maintenance sec tion to replace Check source of electrical power Possible tripped cir c...

Page 29: ...and airlock leaking Blower does not operate Depress switch to on use remote box switch to operate Remove panel below electri cal control Locate blower fuse s and replace with 15 amp slo blo type fuse...

Page 30: ...FORCE 3 requires a mini mum of 36 amps 115V Relocate power cord s to 20 amp circuit s For an additional 50 use 10 3 cord For 100 use 8 3 cord Do not push down on insu lation while filling hopper See...

Page 31: ...responsibility 2 VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE Any external evidence of loss or damage must be noted on the freight bill or the express receipt and signed by the carrier s agent Failure to adequately describ...

Page 32: ...will send a replacement or credit your account Other than UPS Keep the merchandise in the original packing materials and carton Call the Shipping Department at the number below for further instructio...

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Page 34: ...raceable shipments RMA numbers expire 30 days after issue date Shipments beyond the 30 day expiration may not be credited We will repair or replace at our option any returned part found to be defectiv...

Page 35: ...Maintenance Manual This Warranty is void if the machine is not so operated and maintained or if the machine is used for blowing materials other than those which are intended to be used with the machin...

Page 36: ...laimed defective only with the understanding that such replacement parts will be shipped to purchaser at the then prevailing price of said part C O D freight collect Manufacturer will reimburse cost o...

Page 37: ...ust when blowing insulation into an attic The FORCE 3 features the lowest CFM of all insulation blowing machines minimizing the dust PSI Blowers are also rated by Pounds of force per Square Inch A hig...

Page 38: ...Value Air Space 1 1 01 Cellulose loose fill 1 3 70 Celotex 1 3 03 Concrete block 8 hollow 1 11 Fiberglass batt 31 2 11 0 Fiberglass batt 8 19 0 Fiberglass loose fill 1 2 2 Rockwool batt 3 4 11 0 Rock...