Wm. W. Meyer and Sons, Inc. 1500 Insulation blowing machine Operation and Maintenance Manual

WM. W. MEYER AND SONS, INC.

LIBERTYVILLE, ILLINOIS

OPERATION

AND

MAINTENANCE

MANUAL

MEYER 1500 SERIES INSULATION BLOWING

MACHINE

FILE: 292-F-001

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MANUFACTURED BY:

Wm. W. Meyer & Sons, Inc.

Libertyville, IL 60048

Phone: 800-797-8227 / 847-918-0111

Fax: 847-918-8183

E-MAIL: [email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION DESCRIPTION

1 WARRANTY / QUALITY ASSURANCE

INTRODUCTION 2

3 SAFETY

SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPARE PARTS LIST

HOPPER

SHREDDER

FEEDER

CONTROL PANEL / ELECTRICAL

POWER TAKE-OFF / ENGINE

INSULATION BLOWING TIPS

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SECTION 1

WARRANTY / QUALITY ASSURANCE

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ADMINISTRATION:

President

Vice- President / General Manager

Wm. W. Meyer III

Greg Buric

SALES – COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS GROUP:

VP / Director of Sales & Marketing Raymond J. Galuska

Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer

Customer Service Rep

Louis Erenberg

Kevin Grinnell

Kimberly Joice

Ext. 223

Ext. 217

Ext. 235

Ext. 270

Ext. 219

Ext. 230

FINANCE / CREDIT:

VP / Controller

Credit Manager

ENGINEERING:

Chief Engineer

Product Engineer

Kenneth A. Nowak

Debby Simon

Tim Milburn

Bill Boscarino

Ext. 201

Ext. 237

Ext. 244

Ext. 213

MANUFACTURING:

Production Manager John Thacker Ext. 243

SERVICE:

Service/Distribution

Customer Service Rep

Sherri Sarckees

Kimberly Joice

Ext. 227

Ext. 230

PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT ANY OF US. WE ARE HERE TO

PROVIDE YOU WITH THE BEST POSSIBLE SERVICE WE CAN

TELEPHONE: 847-918-0111

FAX: 847-918-8183

E-MAIL: [email protected]

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SECTION 2

INTRODUCTION

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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION

Built on the same platform as the popular SERIES 1400, the SERIES 1500 features a totally hydraulic drive system. Instead of clutches, transmissions and the associated chains, belts and pulleys, individual hydraulic motors are used to provide power to the blower, feeder and hopper. This innovative design simplifies installation, provides exceptional operating performance and reliability, and requires minimal maintenance compared to conventionally driven machines. The SERIES 1500 includes Meyer’s exclusive quickchange seal strip system that lets you replace feeder seal strips in a matter of minutes. The infinitely adjustable hopper speed control, electrically operated slide gate control and system gages are panel mounted and easily accessible without removing protective safety guards.

The SERIES 1500 drive train options include truck-driven, hydraulic power-take-off model

1502 IB MACHINE and water cooled gas engine model 1505A IB MACHINE.

The SERIES 1500 represents Meyer’s total commitment to the highest standards of quality, craftsmanship and customer service. Backed by the most comprehensive 2-year warranty in the industry, the SERIES 1500 will serve the professional applicator for years.

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SECTION 3

SAFETY

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SECTION 3 SAFETY

3-1 GENERAL

Safety is proudly built into every product that is manufactured by Wm. W. MEYER and

SONS, INC. Carelessness and/or negligence are the usual causes for personal injury and equipment failure. Safety is very important to everyone so we insist that all operators read and understand this manual.

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Equipment to be operated by TRAINED QUALIFIED personnel only.

SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

2) Always read and follow the operating and safety procedures.

3) Do not operate without all guards and safety equipment installed in the proper location and in working order. Always follow the shut down procedures outlined above whenever guards are removed from the machine.

4) Do not disable any safety features. They are there for your protection.

5) Always use qualified personnel when repairing or maintaining the equipment.

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6) This equipment must be used only for the purpose it was intended. Any other use will void the warranty and could cause bodily injury to the operator and costly damage to the machine.

7) If a malfunction should occur, turn off the machine immediately and correct the problem before restarting the machine. If a malfunction should occur, turn off the machine immediately, follow the directions outlined in Item 2 above and correct the problem before restarting the machine.

8) Do not leave the equipment unattended while it is running.

9) Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating this equipment. Long hair should be confined in a hat or hair net.

10) Do not operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

3-2 INSULATION BLOWING SAFETY

1) Limit the operation only to those personnel trained in the proper use and operation of the machinery.

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Never operate the machine without proper ventilation and the exhaust pipe in good condition.

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Keep all clothing and your body away from rotating equipment.

4) Obey all safety labels and instructions affixed to the machine.

5) Keep the blowing hose in good repair.

6) Do not point the open end of the hose at any person or put your hand in front of the hose opening. The material in the hose is moving very fast; a foreign object or even the fiber can severely injure you.

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Never use anything to push material in the hopper. The hopper has been designed to move the material in the proper fashion and speed to the front of the hopper.

8) Never run the machine speed faster than the factory settings.

9) Never operate the machine without the blower inlet screen in place.

10) Always wear proper protection when handling the battery. This includes eye protection, proper gloves, and clothing protectors.

11) Always wear proper safety equipment when operating the machine. This includes steeltoed shoes, safety glasses, and a respirator.

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12) Do not smoke while operating the machinery.

If there are any questions as to the safety of your MEYER INSULATION BLOWING

MACHINE, do not hesitate to contact us at 1-800-797-8227 or 1-847-918-0111.

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SECTION 4

SPECIFICATIONS

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SECTION 4 SPECIFICATIONS

4-1 PURPOSE

The MEYER 1500 SERIES IB MACHINES are designed to process and blow all of the currently available loose fill insulations on the market today.

4-2 EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS

#1502

#1505A

WIDTH: 86 ½” (218 CM)

DEPTH: 47 5/8" (121 CM)

HEIGHT: 71 3/4” (182 CM)

WEIGHT: APPROX. 1,500 LBS (682 KG)

WIDTH: 86 ½” (218 CM)

DEPTH: 47 5/8" (121 CM)

HEIGHT: 71 3/4” (182 CM)

WEIGHT: APPROX. 1,614 LBS

(733 KG)

4-3 MACHINE COMPONENTS

1) FEEDER ASSEMBLY

2) SHREDDER ASSEMBLY

3) HOPPER ASSEMBLY

4) CONTROL PANEL / ELECTRICAL

5) HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS

6) ENGINE OR PTO

Each of the above components is covered in detail. See the Table of Contents.

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SECTION 5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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SECTION 5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

5-1 RECEIVING 1500 INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE

Immediately check the condition of your 1500 IB MACHINE as received. It should arrive in the same condition it was shipped. If there are any visible problems with your machine or any other items in the shipment it is imperative that you or the driver note all copies of the

Freight Bill that specific items are damaged. You should also have the driver contact their office before the driver leaves your premises. Title to your machine and all other items in the shipment were transferred to you as soon as the shipment left our dock, thus it is your responsibility to handle any claim. Contact the truck line to arrange for an independent inspector to come out to inspect the damage and to prepare the inspection report. It is imperative that this inspection is done before you start to unpack or use any of the equipment. Please contact us so that we can assist you with replacement parts or with any questions about the claim process.

5-2 UNCRATING

1) Carefully remove all shipping materials from the machine.

2) Check that all parts are included as stated on the packing list.

5-3 MACHINE DRIVE AND TRUCK SPECIFICATIONS

Our Meyer 1502 and 1505A IB MACHINES can be mounted in any truck and chassis configuration. See Fig.5.1 for recommended location of machine and body specification.

The PTO rating for the #1502 should be 25.2 HP @ 1600 RPM yielding a torque rating of

82.8 FT-LBS (NOTE: Some #1502 pumps run at 1800 RPM). The truck chassis should have a minimum rating of 21,000 GVWR. We also. It is best that we review the truck and transmission specifications. The truck chassis should have a minimum rating of 21,000

GVWR. We also recommend a minimum 22-foot body. The body should have two side doors and a full width rear door.

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5-4 TRUCK BODY SPECIFICATIONS

1500 IB MACHINE

FIGURE 5.1

INSTALLATION NOTE:

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THE SIDE DOORS BE IN THE POSITION

SHOWN IN FIGURE 5.1. THIS IS TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION.

5-5 MACHINE INSTALLATIONS

TOOLS NEEDED:

DRILL

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DRILL BITS:

1/8", 7/16" OR 5/16" for either bolts or lag screws.

3/8" bolts or lag screws

FORK LIFT OR SOME MEANS TO LIFT THE MACHINE

PRY BARS

BASIC WRENCHES

SAW

5-5-1 1502 IB MACHINE INSTALLATION

1502 IB MACHINE installation consists of 2 parts: installation of machine in the truck body and PTO installation. If MEYER does installation, we will select right components such as PTO and hydraulic pump. If customer wants machine to be installed by others, then

MEYER will not be responsible if problems occur.

1) Before moving your 1502 IB MACHINE into position you must locate and cutout two openings in the truck floor: one is for blower inlet pipe, and second one is for hydraulic hoses.

2) First is the location for the blower inlet pipe. Layout the center of the opening per FIG. 4-

1. Drill a 1/8" pilot hole in the floor. Then check under the truck body that the opening will not interfere with any truck components under the body. If there is interference then adjust the position of the machine to clear the obstruction.

3) Using your saw make the cutout at least 2 1/2" dia.

4) Make another cutout 6" dia. for hoses. Again before sawing make sure it doesn't interfere with truck frame members. In order to avoid friction of hoses & truck frame, we recommend to use rubber tape or electrical tape to keep them together.

5) Remove the guards from the front and the right side of the machine.

6) Move the MEYER 1502 IB MACHINE into the proper position in the truck body per fig 5-1.

7) Locate and drill 1/8" pilot holes for the four hold down holes located in the bottom of the base flange. Again, check the underside of the truck body for any obstructions. Using either 3/8" bolts or 3/8" lag screws drill the correct size hole and bolt the base to the truck floor.

8) In the box of accessories, you will find an inlet pipe with screen and an 8" x 8" piece of neoprene. Place the neoprene on the truck floor over the opening and push the inlet pipe up through the bottom into the blower inlet. Using a pipe wrench screw, the pipe into the inlet until it is tight.

9) Now push the neoprene to the truck floor and tack securely to the floor.

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SAFETY NOTE:

THIS NEOPRENE FLASHING IS USED TO SEAL THE OPENING BETWEEN

THE INLET PIPE AND THE HOLE. IT PREVENTS LOOSE FIBER FROM

FALLING THROUGH THE OPENING AND BEING SUCKED INTO THE

BLOWER. IF THIS SHOULD HAPPEN IT WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE

BLOWER!

10) Attach the hose to the underbody of the truck with the clamp provided keeping the hose away from the wood decking.

SAFETY NOTE:

POSITION TRUCK EXHAUST OUTLET AWAY FROM THE BLOWER INLET.

THIS IS TO PREVENT EXHAUST FUMES FROM BEING SUCKED INTO THE

BLOWER AND PUMPED INTO THE ATTIC, A POTENTIALLY FATAL

CONDITION TO THE HOSEMAN AND THE BUILDING OCCUPANTS.

11) Reinstall all guards.

These machines require a direct flange mounted PTO dual hydraulic pump. The rest of the hydraulic system is integral to the machines. If the customer wants to do his own installation then we should supply the dual hydraulic pump. The PTO must be selected to match the particular dual pump chosen for the application.

5-5-2 1505A IB MACHINE INSTALLATION

1) Before moving your 1505A IB MACHINE into position you must locate and cutout two openings in the truck floor: one is for blower inlet pipe, and second one is for engine exhaust pipe.

2) First is the location for the blower inlet pipe. Locate the center of the opening per FIG. 5-

1. Drill a 1/8" pilot hole in the floor. Then check under the truck body that the opening will not interfere with any truck components under the body. If there is interference then adjust the position of the machine to clear the obstruction.

3) Now layout the location of the engine exhaust. You can get an exhaust pipe at a local muffler shop or other source. You must route the exhaust as far away from the fuel system as possible. Also route exhaust away from blower inlet. Again drill a 1/8" pilot hole and check for obstructions as in step two above.

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4) Using your saw make the cutout at least 2 1/2" dia.

5) Remove the guards from the front and the right side of the machine.

6) Move the 1505A IB MACHINE into the proper position in the truck body per fig 4-1.

7) Locate and drill 1/8" pilot holes for the four hold down holes located in the bottom of the base flange. Again, check the underside of the truck body for any obstructions. Using either 3/8" bolts or 3/8" lag screws drill the correct size hole and bolt the base to the truck floor.

8) In the box of accessories, you will find an inlet pipe with screen and an 8" x 8" piece of neoprene. Place the neoprene on the truck floor over the opening and push the inlet pipe up through the bottom into the blower inlet. Using a pipe wrench screw, the pipe into the inlet until it is tight.

9) Now push the neoprene to the truck floor and tack securely to the floor.

SAFETY NOTE:

THIS NEOPRENE FLASHING IS USED TO SEAL THE OPENING BETWEEN

THE INLET PIPE AND THE HOLE. IT PREVENTS LOOSE FIBER FROM

FALLING THROUGH THE OPENING AND BEING SUCKED INTO THE

BLOWER. IF THIS SHOULD HAPPEN IT WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE

BLOWER!

10) In addition, in the accessory box you will find a piece of steel flashing. This flashing is for the engine exhaust pipe. (Exhaust extension pipe is not included).

11) Drill hole for exhaust pipe extension through truck floor. Be careful locating hole so it clears all obstructions. It is best to drill 1/8" pilot hole first.

12) Attach exhaust extension pipe to engine exhaust, and then run the extension thru flashing and thru truck floor. Be sure to securely attach both ends of exhaust extension.

SAFETY NOTE:

POSITION THE EXHAUST OUTLET AWAY FROM THE BLOWER INLET. THIS

IS TO PREVENT EXHAUST FUMES FROM BEING SUCKED INTO THE

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BLOWER AND PUMPED INTO THE ATTIC, A POTENTIALLY FATAL

CONDITION TO THE HOSEMAN AND THE BUILDING OCCUPANTS.

SAFETY NOTE:

THIS EXHAUST PIPE MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED TO PREVENT A

BUILD-UP OF CARBON MONOXIDE GASES INSIDE THE TRUCK, WHICH CAN

BE FATAL TO THE OPERATOR.

If you need more information, please call your sales agent.

Your MEYER INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE in now ready for operation.

Your 1502 and 1505A were checked and thoroughly run before it was shipped, but it is always a good idea to check all set screws, to check all hoses for leakage and that all fluid levels are checked and topped off where required.

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SECTION 6

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

6-1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

6-1-1 STARTING YOUR MEYER INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE.

1) Having installed your machine to the specifications in SECTION 5 it is time to start your machine. Again, check all hydraulic hoses, fluid levels and that all guards are installed properly. Be sure that tank outlet valve in pump suction line is open.

2)

Open the side doors and the rear door. Attach the blowing hose to the machine and run the hose into the building.

3) Run the remote control cord into the building.

STARTING 1502 IB MACHINE

4) Start truck and engage PTO.

5) Plug in the remote control cord and turn the remote control switch on the control panel to the " on " position.

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6) Set the truck speed to the appropriate value for machine operation. The #1502 operates at

1200 RPM (machine tachometer).

STARTING 1505A IB MACHINE

4) Turn remote control switch on the control panel to the “off” position.

5) Pull out the choke cable.

6) Pull the throttle halfway out.

7) Turn the key switch clockwise to the start position and hold until the engine starts then release the key, it will automatically return to the run position.

8) Push in the choke cable.

9) Run the engine at 1/2 speed until the engine warms up, approx. 5 minutes. Then set the engine speed using the throttle.

10) Plug in the remote control cord and turn the remote control switch on the control panel to the " on " position.

11) Your machine is now ready for operation. See SECTION 16 for machine settings.

6-1-2 STOPPING

1502 IB MACHINE

1) Close the slide gate all the way.

2) Switch the remote switch to “AIR ONLY” and wait until the hose is clear of all material.

3) Turn off the remote switch and remove the remote control cord plug from the panel.

1505A IB MACHINE

1) Close the slide gate all the way.

2) Switch the remote switch to “AIR ONLY” and wait until the hose is clear of all material.

3) Push the throttle all the way in so that the engine is almost at idle. Let the engine idle for a couple of minutes to cool down.

4) Turn off the remote switch and remove the remote control cord plug from the panel.

5) Turn key switch to the "off" position.

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SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

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SECTION 7

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

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7-1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

7-1-1 GENERAL

Your MEYER 1502 AND 1505A INSULATION BLOWING MACHINES are designed to be used with minimal maintenance for all its components. The following is only a guide; experience is the best guide for the right maintenance schedule for you.

DESCRIPTION EACH

SHIFT

20

HOURS

500

HOURS

1000

HOURS

INSPECT ALL DRIVE LINES

CHECK GUARDS

GREASE BLOWER BEARINGS

GREASE SHREDDER BEARINGS

GREASE HOPPER BEARINGS

CHANGE BLOWER OIL

CLEAN INLET SCREEN

CHANGE SEALSTRIPS

OIL DRIVE CHAINS

CHECK ALL DRIVE SET SCREWS

OIL LEVEL IN TANK

HOSES RUBBING

OIL FILTER

OIL COOLER FILTER

OIL LEVEL IN ENGINE

COOLANT LEVEL

CLEAN AIR CLEANER,

RADIATOR

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

For 1502 IB Machine hydraulic oil filters should be changed every 3 months of normal use or more often in case of extreme amount of use. There is an indicating gauge with 3 different colors: green indicates that oil filter is clean, yellow indicates that it's time to change it, and red indicates a plugged filter on bypass.

For 1505A IB Machine oil and oil filter should be changed annually or every 200 hours.

Replace air cleaner element every 250 hours, spark plugs annually or every 500 hours, change engine coolant every 2 years or every 1000 hours.

New machine should have set screws and all connections checked after 20 hours of operation and then every 500 hours.

NOTE:

SEE ENGINE SECTION FOR ENGINE MAINTENANCE.

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SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

7-2 LUBRICATION CHART

RECOMMENDED LUBRICATION

ALL BEARINGS NLGI grade #2 LITHIUM GREASE

DRIVE CHAIN 30W NON DETERGENT MOTOR OIL

GREASE: #2 NON CORROSIVE BEARING GREASE

SHREDDER

GEARBOX

OIL TANK

ENGINE

MOBIL D.T.E. EXTRA HEAVY AGMA #4 OR #4EP

ISO VG32 HYDRAULIC OIL

SAE 10W30 MOTOR OIL

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SECTION 8

TROUBLE SHOOTING

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SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

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TYPICAL HYDRAULIC MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

HAVE

MATERIAL

FLOW

NO

SLIDE GATE

OPEN

SEE

PAGE

TWO

AGITATOR ARM

AND

PRE-SHREDDER

REEL

ARE

TURNING

NO

REMOTE

SWITCH

ON

CHECK AIR

PRESSURE

GAUGE

CHECK

CIRCUIT

BREAKERS

CHECK

REMOTE

CORD

BAD

REPLACE

CORD

MATERIAL

FEED

PROBLEMS

CHECK

HOPPER SPEED

INDICATOR CHECK

MACHINE

FOR BROKEN

PARTS

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SLOW

MATERIAL

FEED

YES

SLIDE

GATE

SET PROPERLY

SEE

NEXT

PAGE

MACHINE SPEED

CORRECT

CHECK

HOPPER

SPEED

FEEDER

"BLOW BACK"

YES SEE SECTION 12

HOSE

KINKED

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POOR

COVERAGE

SEE

NEXT

PAGE

FEED RATE

TOO FAST

YES

CLOSE DOWN

SLIDE GATE

OR ADJUST

FLOW CONTROL

VALVE

FEED RATE

TOO SLOW

OPEN SLIDE

GATE

OR ADJUST

FLOW CONTROL

VALVE

FEEDER

"BLOW-BACK"

SEE SECTION 12

MACHINE SPEED

TOO FAST OR

TOO SLOW

INCORRECT

STORAGE

INCORRECT

APPLICATION

CONTACT

FACTORY

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MATERIAL JAMS

HOSE

CHECK RELIEF

VALVE

SEE SECTION 14

HOSE TOO

SMALL

HOSE RUN TOO

LONG

CHECK

OPERATING

SPEED

SHARP BEND

OR KINKED

HOSE

BAD OR WORN

HOSE

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EXCESSIVE AIR PLUGGED HOSE

RELIEF VALVE

JAMMED

KINKED HOSE

HOSE DIAMETER

TOO SMALL

FEED RATE TOO

FAST

HOSE RUN TOO

LONG

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SECTION 9

SPARE PARTS LIST

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SECTION 9: SPARE PARTS

The following is a recommended spare parts list. To keep your machine running in topnotch shape, these are the parts we suggest you keep on hand for your MEYER 1502 and

1505A SERIES INSULATION BLOWING MACHINES.

1500 IB MACHINE

PART

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

REQUIRED

450AA072 SHREDDER DRIVEN SHAFT BEARING

450AA074 SHREDDER DRIVE SHAFT BEARING

450FA003 SHREDDER TO FEEDER CHAIN

450FA009 SHREDDER TO FEEDER CHAIN CONNECTING LINK

430J-185 FEEDER SEALSTRIPS

450AA004 FEEDER HEADPLATE BEARING

450B-061 FEEDER OIL SEAL

450FA002 HOPPER CHAIN

450FA017 HOPPER CHAIN CONNECTING LINK

450HF013 PILOT LIGHT LENS

450HE004 RELAY

2

2

4 FT

1

1 SET

2

2

4 FT

1

1

1

1

2

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SECTION 10

HOPPER

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SECTION 10: HOPPER

10-1 DESCRIPTION

The hopper holds the fiber as it is emptied from the bags. Here the tightly packed fibers are tumbled in the first step in opening up the fiber. Depending on the material the hopper can hold up to 30 cubic feet of fiber. The hopper door is kept closed with a paddle latch on each side. Just pull the latches out to open the hopper. To close - just slam the door.

Inside the hopper you will find an agitator shaft in the rear and a pre-shredder reel in the front. The agitator shaft is fitted with arms that are tipped with steel pads. These arms break up and precondition the material before it is delivered to the shredder. The pre-shredder reel moves the material to the opening for the shredder and is driven by a hydraulic motor.

The hopper speed control and the slide gate opening control the feed rate and the amount of fluffing the hopper provides. The slide gate runs horizontally between the hopper and the shredder box, and is controlled by a switch on the control panel. While the flow control valve regulates the speed of bringing the fiber to the front of the hopper, the slide gate is the real control mechanism that permits material to feed into the shredder, feeder, and the hose.

SAFETY NOTE:

DO NOT FILL THE HOPPER TO CAPACITY AT THE END OF THE DAY DUE

TO THE MATERIAL ABILITY TO COMPRESS.

SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

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10-2 TESTING

When the machine is running look inside the hopper and observe if all the arms are rotating.

The sprockets and chain on the right hand side of the hopper should all be turning.

10-3 INSPECTION

1) Check the sprockets and chain for alignment and wear.

2)

Check the bearings for noise and / or looseness.

3) Check for oil leaks.

10-4 REPAIR

10-4-1 SPROCKETS AND BEARINGS

1)

Remove the master link and chains from the right side of the hopper.

2)

Loosen the setscrews from the sprockets

3)

Remove the sprocket

4)

Loosen the setscrews from the bearings and unbolt the bearings.

5)

Replace the bearings and / or the sprockets.

6)

Reassemble in reverse order.

10-5 SLIDE GATE ACTUATOR

The hopper is equipped with an electric linear actuator. The actuator is operated by a toggle switch on the control panel. The motor is protected by thermal overloads in the housings. If for some reason the motor stalls and the overloads kick out. A: Then find out and correct the reason why the motor jammed, B: wait 5 minutes and C: restart the motor. The slide gate mechanism is designed so that the motor will free wheel at either end of the stroke.

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SECTION 11

SHREDDER

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SECTION 11: SHREDDER

11-1 DESCRIPTION

The shredder box is located between the bottom of the hopper and the top of the feeder.

There are two picker shafts, which rotate center up to fluff and condition the fibers before they drop into the feeder. The shredder runs at a constant speed.

The longer of the two picker shafts (the drive shaft in the rear of the shredder box) operates at half the speed of the driven shaft, and driven by hydraulic motor.

The front panel can be removed to clear any jams that may occur in the shredder.

SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

11-2 TESTING

1) Remove all of the fiber from the hopper and run the machine to blow all of the fiber from the system. Listen to the shredder for any noises.

2) Remove the front guard.

3) Remove the shredder front panel.

4) Clean off any fibers sticking to the picker shafts.

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5) Inspect the picker shafts for any bent or broken picks. If so then replace them.

6) Inspect the drive gears for any broken or missing teeth. Rock the shafts by hand and observe any excessive play between the gears. If there is any, realign or replace the gears.

7) Inspect the bearings for any excessive wear and replace as required.

11-3 REPAIR

11-3-1 Gear replacement

1) Loosen the setscrews on the spur gears and remove them from the shaft.

2) Reinstall in reverse order using new spur gears.

11-3-2 Shredder removal

1) Remove coupling which holds motor.

2) Remove the feeder chain.

3) Remove the bolts from the hopper bottom. Remove the bolts from the shredder to the feeder.

4) Remove the hopper-mounting bolt on the left front hopper leg and shim the hopper up

1/16".

5) Using two people remove the shredder box from the machine.

6) Installation is the reverse of above.

11-3-3 Bearing replacement

1) See 11-3-2 above.

2) Loosen the setscrews from the spur gears and remove these from the shaft.

3) Loosen the setscrews on the bearings, unbolt, and remove them.

4) Replace with new bearings.

5) Reassemble in reverse order.

11-3-4 Shaft replacement

1) See section 11-3-2 and section 11-3-3.

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2) Remove the feeder drive chain, jackshaft sprocket and bearing.

3) Unbolt the left side panel.

4) Remove the panel and the shafts.

5) Replace the shafts.

6)

Reassemble in reverse order.

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SECTION 12

FEEDER

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SECTION 12 FEEDER

12-1 DESCRIPTION

The feeder feeds the insulation fiber from the shredder into the hose. The feeder consists of a housing, two head plates, and a 6-vane rotor. Each rotor blade is fitted with a flexible neoprene seal strips. This strip keeps pressurized air in the hose line from leaking past the blades and up into the shredder. This condition is known as "BLOW BACK".

The feeder is also equipped with a shear pin sprocket. This shear pin is designed to break at a certain torque. If the torque applied to the feeder shaft is excessive the pin will break before it causes damage to the feeder shaft. This can be caused by a foreign object or by over feeding the shredder

SAFETY NOTE:

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE

ALWAYS:

FOR 1505A IB MACHINE:

1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.

2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE

MACHINE KEY

3) PUSH THE THROTTLE ALL THE WAY IN.

4) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

5) DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLE.

FOR 1502 IB MACHINE:

1) TURN THE REMOTE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG

THE REMOTE CONTROL CORD FROM THE MACHINE.

2) DESINGAGE PTO AND STOP TRUCK COMPLETELY.

12-2 TESTING

If while you are running you notice that a lot of fiber is being blown back through the top of the shredder or that the fiber is not shooting far enough from the end of the hose it is time to inspect the feeder and probably time to change your seal strips. Air can leak through a feeder in two ways:

1)

Worn seal strips from friction, a normal condition.

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2) Worn metal surfaces from abrasion, again a normal condition but one that develops over a long period of time. It depends on the amount and type of fiber blown.

12-3 INSPECTION

1) Remove the front guard

2) Remove the 6 bolts holding the shredder front panel to the shredder.

3) First inspect the outside of the feeder. Are there any holes worn through the housing? If not then inspect the interior of the feeder. Are there any large grooves worn into the housing? Does there seem to be anything broken? If the answers are no then change the seal strips. If any of the answers are yes call the factory for replacement parts.

12-4 REPAIR

12-4-1 CHANGING SEALSTRIPS

1) Remove the seal strip and holder noting to which side of the rotor vane the seal strip was mounted.

2) Install a new seal strip and reuse the holder.

3) Repeat steps 1-2 for the remaining 5 rotor blades. Use a small amount of oil on each seal strip after it is installed will help make turning the feeder easier. Use the pulley on the right side of the shredder to turn the feeder to the next blade.

6) Reassemble the feeder in reverse order from above.

12-4-2 FEEDER DISASSEMBLY

Call the factory for feeder disassembly.

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SECTION 13

CONTROL PANEL / ELECTRICAL

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13-1 CONTROL PANEL

Before starting your MEYER IB MACHINE take a few minutes and familiarize yourself with the control panel shown in at the back of this section.

1) CIRCUIT BREAKER: The primary switch used to apply and remove power from equipment. If an overload occurs, the excessive current will cause circuit breaker button to pop up. There are two (2) circuit breakers: a 15 AMP for ignition switch and a 20 AMP for the slide gate.

2) TACHOMETER: This shows the machine speed in revolutions per minute. It used to set the machine speed. On 1500 Series it should indicate 1200 RPM.

3) HOURMETER: Shows the total elapsed time the machine has been running. It is used for setting up a maintenance schedule.

4) BLOWER PRESSURE GAUGE: This gauge shows the air pressure in the hose.

5) REMOTE CONTROL RECEPTACLE: This is where the remote control cord plugs in to the control panel.

6) REMOTE CONTROL CORD AND SWITCH: The remote control switch allows the hose man to turn the air and material flow on or off. The control panel has the MASTER

ON-OFF switch and the REMOTE CONTROL ON pilot light. The Remote Switch is located on the end of the remote control cord and has 3 positions OFF, AIR ONLY, and

AIR AND MATERIAL. For normal blowing, the switch should be in the AIR AND

MATERIAL position. The switch is then moved to the AIR ONLY position to clean out the hose or knock down any high spots.

7) PTO ENGAGED PILOT LIGHT: Indicates when PTO is engaged.

8) POWER SWITCH (IGNITION SWITCH): To start the engine, turn the key to "start".

The key will automatically return to the "RUN" position when the key is released. To stop the engine, turn the key to the "OFF" position.

9) CHOKE: Pull the knob out slightly to start the engine. Push this knob in after the engine warms up.

10) THROTTLE: After the engine warms up, pull out the throttle by depressing the center button with your thumb and pull out the knob. Set the throttle to the correct RPM shown on the tachometer. (SEE SECTION 16) Turn the knob to the left to increase speed and turn the knob to the right to decrease speed.

11) OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT: The red light will appear in the event of low oil pressure. Stop the engine immediately and determine the cause SEE SECTION 15.

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12) ENGINE TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT: The red light will appear in the event that the engine temperature gets too hot. The engine will automatically stop. The usual cause is a build up of fibers under the heat shields.

13) BATTERY DISCHARGE (VOLTMETER): This shows the condition of the charging system. A + reading shows that the battery is being charged. A - reading shows that the battery is not being charged.

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SECTION 14

HYDRAULIC

COMPONENTS

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SECTION 14 HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS

14-1 FLOW CONTROL VALVE

The flow control valve and the slide gate opening control the feed rate and the amount of fluffing the hopper provide.

1500 IB SETTINGS

POSITION

NO.

PRE-SHREDDER REEL

RPM

1 26

2 63

3 100

4 140

14-2 OIL HEATER

An optional oil heater is offered for 1502 and 1505A IB MACHINES. It includes an internal thermostat. Set it at 60 degrees F and plug it into a 115V / 1Ph/ 60 Hz wall receptacle when the machine is not in use and temperatures below 32 degrees F are expected.

14-3 HYDRAULIC MOTORS

There are three hydraulic motors in the system: blower motor, shredder / feeder motor & hopper motor.

14-4 HYDRAULIC PUMP

1502 IB Machine

Tandem pump driven by power take-off. Design speed is 1600 RPM. Front pump is blower pump, rear pump is material pump.

1505A IB Machine

Tandem pump driven by AEGIS 25 HP Engine. Design speed is 3100 RPM. Front pump is blower pump, rear pump is material pump.

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SECTION 15

BLOWER AND PIPING

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SECTION 15 BLOWER AND PIPING

15-1 DESCRIPTION

The blower and piping on your 1500 INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE is designed to efficiently and quietly produce and move the air that is required to blow the insulation fibers.

15-2 BLOWER

The blower supplied with your machine is a positive displacement type. This means it will positively deliver a constant volume of air at all times. The blower has two "figure 8" impellers inside the casing that rotate in opposite directions. Two timing gears hold the impellers in the correct position. This positioning allows the blower to deliver a constant volume of air for each revolution of the impellers. The blower is driven by hydraulic motor.

The blower normally needs no maintenance except to grease the bearing and change the oil

(see SECTION 8 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE).

REMEMBER TO ALWAYS

TURN OFF THE MACHINE AND LOCK IT OUT BEFORE

ATTEMPTING REPAIRS.

15-3 BUTTERFLY VALVE:

This valve is located on top of the chain drive guard. When the valve handle is closed all of the air goes through the hose. As the valve is slowly opened more air is bled off from the hose to the atmosphere. The result is the material will not shoot out as far from the end of the hose. Check with the "HOSEMAN" and adjust to his needs.

15-4 RELIEF VALVE:

This valve is also located on top of the chain drive guard. The primary function of the relief valve is to protect the blower from damage due to overload. The relief valve consists of a cylinder with a sliding cap and a set of eight rings of three different sizes. Despite a common belief you cannot "set" a certain pressure. Pressure develops naturally from the density of the fiber, feed rate, the length and direction of the hose, and the hose diameter.

SAFETY NOTE:

NEVER TIE DOWN THE RELIEF VALVE TO GET MORE AIR. THIS WILL

DAMAGE THE BLOWER OR BREAK THE HOSE.

15-5 CHECK VALVE

The check valve is located at the inlet to the square tube. The valve consists of a metal sleeve with an internal "butterfly wing" type disc that folds together when air is moving in the correct direction. They will then close when there is no air or if there is a reversal of the airflow. This is to prevent the fibers from backing up into the blower and causing damage to the blower.

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SECTION 16

POWER TAKE-OFF / ENGINE

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16-1 POWER TAKE-OFF INSTALLATIONS

The 1502 IB machine requires 25.2 HP @1600 RPM yielding a torque rating of 82.8 FT-

LBS. Meyer recommends the PTO unit runs at approximately 100% of engine speed. If you have any questions please contact the engineering department at 800-797-8227. We will be happy to help with any power requirement questions you have.

16-2 ENGINE

The 1505A IB machine's engine is mounted to the machine at the factory. You will receive the Engine Manufacturers IOM manual when the machine is shipped. It may be inserted into this section for further reference.

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SECTION 17

INSULATION BLOWING TIPS

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SECTION 15INSULATION BLOWING TIPS

17-1 GLOSSARY OF TERMS

AIR PRESSURE:

The measurement of air provided to the blowing machine by the blower. Usually measured in pounds per square foot (PSI).

ARC LENGTH:

The distance from the end of the blowing hose to the point of insulation may impact.

BAG COUNT:

The specified number of bags required insulating a given area. This is a critical factor in assuring the thermal performance of a blown insulation by installing the proper weight per square foot.

BLOW BACK:

Air pressure escaping from the feeder (airlock) preventing the smooth flow of material into the shredder. Worn feeder seals cause this condition.

BLOWING MACHINE:

Pneumatic equipment designed to condition and install blowing insulation.

COVERAGE:

The maximum square footage that an insulation product will achieve at a given R- VALUE.

This must never exceed the specified coverage on the bag label.

DENSITY:

The weight per cubic foot of blowing material; generally expressed in pounds.

FEED RATE:

The rate at which blowing insulation passes through the blowing machine and hose. It is usually expressed in pounds per minute or minutes per bag.

LOFT:

The vertical height of the blowing material from the end of the hose to the point of impact.

This is determined by the degree of the hose angle during application.

OVERBLOW:

The difference between the actual installed thickness and the minimum specified thickness, at the required weight per square foot for a given R-VALUE.

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PRODUCT CONDITIONING:

The process of opening and sizing the blowing material. An essential element to achieve the specified thermal performance.

R-VALUE:

The measure of an insulating material's ability to resist the flow of heat. The higher the R-

VALUE is the greater the insulating power. Blowing insulation must be installed at the proper weight per square foot, at or above the minimum thickness to achieve the specified

R-VALUE.

WEIGHT PER SQUARE FOOT:

The weight per square foot of blowing material expressed in pounds. This must never be less than the recommendation on the bag label.

17-2 SIDEWALL BLOWING

The most important consideration when using a blowing machine to pump loose fill fibers into an enclosed cavity is NOT TO USE TOO MUCH AIR. Like the fiber itself the air has volume. And when pumping insulation into a confined sidewall or a floored attic allow room for the air to escape, while the fiber remains firmly packed in place.

As mentioned before the process of blowing insulation is very imprecise. So the exact settings for the pressure relief valve must be general, until you become familiar with your machine.

THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS TO PREVENT THE POPPING OFF OF THE

WALLBOARD WITH TOO MUCH PRESSURE. (USE A VERY FEW WEIGHTS IN

THE BEGINNING.)

17-2-1 BLOWING Walls FROM THE ATTIC (BALLOON WALLS)

1) Access to the walls is from the attic perimeter.

2) Extend the hose to the bottom of the cavity and slowly raise the hose as the cavity fills.

17-2-2 BLOWING WALLS FROM THE INSIDE

1) Use the one hole blow where necessary.

2) Wrap a cloth around the nozzle to prevent the fibers from escaping.

3) REMEMBER: The smaller the hole the smaller the patch. The larger the hole is the faster you can blow.

4) Good references:

MIMA BOOK PAGES 11,24

ICAA BOOK PAGES 1.0,1.2, AND 3.0

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17-2-3 BLOWING WALLS FROM THE OUTSIDE

1) On a clapboard siding job, cut the hole opening no larger than the width if the clapboard.

2) REFERENCES:

MIMA PAGES 11,24

ICAA PAGES 1.0-6.0

17-2-4 GENERAL

1) You know when the cavity is full by the sound. Just as the sound a bottle makes when it is filled with water, a wall cavity being filled with insulation makes a sound that changes as it is being filled. LISTEN!

2) Note the time it takes to fill the first couple of cavities to judge the time for the rest of the cavities.

3) Watch the plastic hose, when the fibers start to slow down and thicken the cavity is full.

4) During cold weather use in infrared camera to make sure the cavities are being completely filled.

5) Use the air clutch wisely. Stop the material flow just before the cavity is filled and let the hose run out of material before shifting to the next hole.

17-3 OPEN BLOW

1) Lay the hose as straight as possible.

2) Start at the furthest end of the attic and work your way back to the access door.

3) Blow the insulation with the joists not across the joints

4) Do not blow over bare wires.

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1500 IB MACHINE

COMMON

COMPONENTS

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420J-148

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420O-006

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420O-007

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1502 IB MACHINE

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420J-149

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420J-146

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420J-169C

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420J-169

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1505A IB MACHINE

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420J-156

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420J-167E

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