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AIR SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC.829 Juniper Crescent, Chesapeake, Va. , 23320Telephone (757) 424-3967Toll Free 1-800-866-8100 Fax No. (757) 424-5348 http://www.airsystems.come-mail: sales@airsystems.com

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Operating Manual

Model PPV-20E, PPV-20GH, PPV-20EV, PPV-20EXPSPITFIRETM POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATORManual No. BLWR022(Rev 3 Jan 2008)

Air Systems International, Inc.Registered to ISO 9001Certificate No. A5033

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WARNING:

This manual should be read completely and understood thoroughly prior to operation of theventilator; failure to do so could cause injury. Contact Air Systems if you have any

questions concerning your ventilator, 800-866-8100 or 757-424-3967.1. Do not operate standard ventilators in explosive environments, use model PPV-20EXP.2. While operating the PPV (Positive Pressure Ventilator) use eye & ear protection.3. Do not operate the PPV without inlet/outlet guards in place.4. Do not modify tilting mechanism to obtain greater than 16o forwards or 20o backwards.5. Do not place foreign object through the inlet/outlet guards.6. Do not modify, the ventilator in anyway. Modifications may create a hazardous situation and lead

to personal injury.7. Do not operate without proper training.8. Only operate on stable surfaces.9. Remove all loose debris around the ventilator prior to start-up.10. Always engage braking mechanism before starting the ventilator.11. Ventilator power cords should be plugged into a GFI (ground fault circuit interrupter) receptacle.12. Inspect the power cord jacketing for cuts, abrasions, etc. Replace if necessary.

SETUP/OPERATION1. Inspect ventilator to ensure all guards and moving parts are free of obstructions.2. Position ventilator in the desired location.3. Remove any loose debris in the immediate vicinity of the intake and exhaust. Note: Eye

and ear protection should be worn. CAUTION: Because of the tremendous volume of air being created, debris may

become airborne and cause personal injury.

plug. Note: Some GFI units will not work with a variable speed motor.MODEL AMP DRAW @ 115 VAC EXTENSION CORD RATINGSPPV-20E 16.2 0’ - 50’ 12 AWGPPV-20EV 12.4 50’ - 250’ 10 AWGPPV-20EXP 12.8

4. For Model PPV-20GH, please refer to the Honda EngineManual for start up instructions.Connect the ventilator power cord to a 20 ampcircuit. Note: It is recommended that a ground faultcircuit interrupter (GFCI) be installed somewherebetween the ventilator and power source. This isrecommended especially in wet environments.Model PPV-20EXP is shipped without an explosion-proof

SPECIFICATIONSMODEL HP VOLTAGE AMPS RPM TILT ANGLE WEIGHT DIMENSIONS CFM

PPV-20E 1.5 115/230 16.2/8.1 1725 +20 DEGREES TO -14 DEGREES 80 lbs. 25.5" H x 24" W x 24" D 11,198 (19,025 cm/h)PPV-20EXP 1.0 115/230 12.8/6.4 1725 +20 DEGREES TO -14 DEGREES 95 lbs. 25.5" H x 24" W x 24" D 11,198 (19,025 cm/h)PPV-20EV 1.0 (VARIABLE) 115 12.4 0-1740 +20 DEGREES TO -14 DEGREES 72 lbs. 25.5" H x 24" W x 24" D 0 - 12,550 (VARIABLE)PPV-20GH 6 N/A N/A 0-1740 +20 DEGREES TO -14 DEGREES 67 lbs. 25.5" H x 24" W x 24" D 0 - 15,277 (VARIABLE)

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SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE1. Push the stop button.2. Unplug the power cord.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE1. Periodically check fasteners for tightness.2. Ensure there are no obstructions/debris. Located around any moving parts.3. Inspect power cable on a regular basis for frays, cracks, kinks, etc.4. Check tire pressure. Inflate to 50psi maximum.5. Grease the zerk fittings located on the inside of the tire/rim assembly periodically.6. Check brake mechanism to ensure it is secure and operable.

5. STANDARD ELECTRIC/EXPLOSION-PROOFVENTILATORSPlace the on/off switch to the “on” position.

VARIABLE SPEED ELECTRIC VENTILATORPush the start button and then set the desired RPM ofthe motor by using the up and down arrows. Themotor RPM range is between 240-1740. Do notattempt to change the factory settings on the key padas this may damage the electric motor and void allwarranties.

Standard Electric Shown

ON/OFF SWITCH

6. Adjust the angle by pulling the set pin and tiltingthe ventilator. (Maximum tilt 14o downward, 20o

upward). Make sure the pin is set and locatedwithin one of the position slots.

Note: Local procedures should be followed toensure proper ventilator location.

SET PIN

TROUBLESHOOTINGInterpreting display faults. The unit will flash an error code if aprotection fault is detected, signified by the following definitions:2222 - Overloaded (too much current)3333 - Over temperature (too hot)4444 - Short circuit (misconnection)5555 - Under voltage (or power loss)6666 - Over voltage (regenerated voltage on deceleration).

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REPLACEMENT ITEMS - MODELS PPV-20EV

1 POWER CORD ELCB002

2ELECTRIC MOTOR W/ VARIABLE

SPEED MTR046V3 REAR GUARD MSFPPV-RG4 FAN ASSEMBLY PPV-EFAN5 FRONT GUARD MSFPPV-FG

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REPLACEMENT ITEMS - MODELS PPV-20EXP

ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART #1 POWER CORD MTR0472 ON/OFF SWITCH ELSW0283 POWER CORD ELCB00114 REAR GUARD MSFPPV-RG5 FAN ASSEMBLY PPV-EFAN6 FRONT GUARD MSFPPV-FG

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REPLACEMENT ITEMS - MODELS PPV-20E

ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART #1 POWER CORD ELCB0022 ON/OFF SWITCH ELSW0053 ELECTRIC MOTOR MTR0464 REAR GUARD MSFPPV-RG5 FAN ASSEMBLY PPV-EFAN6 FRONT GUARD MSFPPV-FG

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Warranty DisclaimerAir Systems’ manufactured equipment is warranted to the original user against defects in workmanship or materials undernormal use for one year after date of purchase. Any part which is determined by Air Systems to be defective in material orworkmanship will be, as the exclusive remedy, repaired or replaced at Air Systems’ option. This warranty does not apply toelectrical systems or electronic components. Electrical parts are warranted, to the original user, for 90 days from the dateof sale. During the warranty period, electrical components will be repaired or replaced at Air Systems’ option.NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AS TO DESCRIPTION, QUALITY, MERCHANT-ABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER MATTER IS GIVEN BY AIRSYSTEMS IN CONNECTION HEREWITH. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE SELLER BELIABLE FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, ANY OTHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT COSTS, EXPENSES, LOSSES ORDAMAGES ARISING OUT OF DEFECTS IN, OR FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY PART THEREOF.The purchaser shall be solely responsible for compliance with all applicable Federal, State and Local OSHA and/or MSHArequirements. Although Air Systems International believes that its products, if operated and maintained as shipped from thefactory and in accordance with our “operations manual”, conform to OSHA and/or MSHA requirements, there are noimplied or expressed warranties of such compliance extending beyond the limited warranty described herein. Productdesigns and specifications are subject to change without notice. Rev 2 12/98

REPLACEMENT ITEMS - MODELS PPV-20GH

ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART #1 GASOLINE ENGINE MTR0532 REAR GUARD MSFPPV-RG3 FAN ASSEMBLY PPV-GFAN4 FRONT GUARD MSFPPV-FG