Aircare TurboJet Max FG0062 User manual

TURBOJET MAX/MAX II
USER GUIDE

Division of D.P.L. Enterprises Inc.
3868 East Post Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89120, [phone], FAX [phone]
Website: www.air-care.com; E-mail: [email protected]
TURBOJET
MAX & MAX II
TurboJet
Max
TurboJet
Max II
REV. 02132023

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Remove the outer box and inspect for damage. Report all damage immediately to your carrier. If
special set-up instructions are required, they will be taped to the outside of the equipment or in the
“Operating” section of this manual. Inspect all of the packing material for small parts before discarding
packaging material. Report all damage to Air-Care immediately. Any attempt at repairing damages may
void warranty.
Check that all parts are present (See Page 10)
TurboJet Max Main Assembly, with Wheels, Motor and Blower. Release the 4 side latches and lift the
front of the upper section so it hinges up to check for filters.
o First stage, 18” x 24” x 1” Disposable Pad Filter
o Second stage, 16.75” x 22” Flex Electrostatic Air Filter
o Third stage, 18” x 24” x 4.71” Certified HEPA Filter
o 25’ Grounded Extension Power Cord.
o The Rotation molded handle is shipped loose in the box.
Always use safe and common sense precautions when working with Air-Care equipment. Do not
block walkways with equipment, and remove delicate and breakable articles from the immediate work
area. The following are precautions that should be reviewed by all persons who will be involved in the
cleaning activity:
• Other than the 3 filters, there are no user serviceable components in Air-Care TurboJets. Only
trained technicians should attempt to make internal repairs on this equipment.
• Always turn o the main power switch on the TurboJet front panel, and disconnect the power
before opening or removing the doors or filters.
• Inspect AC power plug to be sure the ground pin is in place. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION
CORD. Plug directly into power outlet.
• Never connect power to Air-Care equipment unless all covers and safety shields are in place.
Mechanical and electrical parts could activate and cause injury.
• Never allow anyone but a properly trained technician to use the equipment or cleaning products.
• All Air-Care equipment is designed for US standard 115 volt, 60 Hz AC. Most Air-Care equipment
can be special ordered to meet other worldwide standards for a reasonable price and delivery
schedule. Always check the specifications on the equipment before connecting electrical power
to Air-Care equipment.
If you have questions about the safe use of any Air-Care product, call 702-454-5515
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Handle is wrapped and packed near the
bottom, front of TurboJet.
It must be installed with the 4 bolts provided and
your ½” socket wrench or nut driver.
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Air-Care TurboJet Negative air machines are designed to “Pull” debris out of the air system to which
they are connected and filter out harmful debris such as pollen, dust, mold spores and other debris
with its 3 stage HEPA filter system. An agitating device to “Push” debris is required to properly clean
an air system. The Cobra Power Brush System or the Air Whisk and Sidewinder air tools are designed
to loosen and agitate debris so the TurboJet can pull it out. See the “Duct Cleaning” section below for a
summary of proper duct cleaning procedures.
To test the TurboJet, be sure all filters are in place and the Top is closed and latched in place.
1. Attach the 12 gauge x 25-foot power cord to a dedicated outlet (one that has no other devices
currently connected).
2. Turn on the circuit breaker/switch on the front panel.
3. The Max II has “High” and “Low” speed, so Select either “Low” (13 Amp) or “Hi” (17 AMP) speed
(depending on available power) then turn on the “Start” switch.
4. The soft start feature will slowly climb to full speed within a few seconds.
5. The Single Speed TurboJet Max operates in the same manner.
Eective duct cleaning can be accomplished with the TurboJet connected to one of the following
positions in the duct system. The “best” location is determined by the specific configuration of the
particular air system.
A. With a basement or crawlspace air conditioner/furnace
Cutting an access hole in the side of the supply side main trunk line is very eective. Be sure that
no airflows through the furnace a/c coils. To stop air from coming through the furnace, block the
return openings with cardboard and duct tape. An alternate way to block the airflow would be to
slip the customers existing furnace filter in a plastic trash bag and reinstall. If there are returns in
each room, you will also need to connect to the return trunk line at the furnace and block it o while
cleaning the return ducts. If you need advice on how to connect to an unusual system, call Air-Care
for assistance
B. With a garage, interior closet or roof mounted up-flow air conditioner/furnace
Just remove the diuser grill from a large ceiling or wall mounted supply duct and use the Pogo
Pole hose adapter to connect the TurboJet inlet hose to the system. Connecting to a large supply
duct is very eective. Gravity will help “pull” dust and debris into the Turbojet.
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In some cases, it may be best to attach the TurboJet to each Supply or return duct and insert the
agitation device into that same duct opening to disturb debris as far up stream and down stream as
possible.
To obtain maximum “pull”, always keep the attaching hose as short and as straight as possible.
1. Bring the TurboJet into
close proximity to the planned
connection ducts.
4a. Connect the other end to
the most eective supply duct
location using the optional Pogo
Pole hose adapter or adapter
plate.
2. Connect 12 gauge electrical
power cord directly to a suitable
electrical outlet (110V, 15AMP or
more)
5. Close o the return side of
air handler by putting a filter in
a plastic bag and reinstalling it
into its holder.
3. Connect a 12” hose to the 12”
TurboJet inlet.
6. Turn on the power switch
located on the control panel.
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7. Then turn on the start switch
and the power light will go on
and the blower motor will start
providing strong suction. The
TurboJet Max will run on 15 amp
or 20 amp circuits.
8. The TurboJet Max II can be
set to “High” speed If a 20 amp
Power outlet is used.
Follow recommended
procedure to clean each supply,
beginning at the most distant
one, using the Sidewinder or Air
Whisk, or Cobra Power Brush
System (sold separately).
9. After all ducts are cleaned,
the ducts can be fogged with
an EPA registered sanitizer and
Soot Set Sealer.
10. Before fogging the supplies, turn o the power switch.
11. Remove hose from the top of the TurboJet.
12. Place a piece of pellon, 20” X 22” over the 12” inlet.
13. Re-install the hose, and turn on the power switch.
14. Fog the supplies, beginning with the most distant supply.
15. When the fogging is complete, turn o the power; remove the hose from the TurboJet and the
supply duct.
16. Remove and discard pellon.
17. Inspect first stage filter, if loaded with debris, Dump it out or replace as required.
18. Inspect electrostatic flex filter and wash if soiled.
19. Unplug power cords, put TurboJet back into the vehicle, and complete the job.
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Symptom Check If Corrective Action
No vacuum with motor
running. Is blower turning?
Yes
No
Call Air-Care: 1-800-322-9919
Airflow & vacuum, felt at
inlet with motor running
but not connected to
duct.
Are the 1st stage
pad and 2nd stage
Electrostatic filters
clean?
Yes
No
Replace HEPA filters as required.
Clean 1st and 2nd stage air filters.
Insuicient “pull” at duct. Vacuum OK at Turbojet
Collar.
Yes
No
No
Clean or replace filters as required.
Check for disconnected, collapsed or
broken system ducts.
Inspect 12” hose for cracks or holes.
Circuit breaker trips
when TurboJet is turned
on.
Is the TurboJet
connected to a
dedicated 115-volt, 15 or
20-amp line?
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Be sure TurboJet is connected directly
to the power outlet. DO NOT use an
extension cord.
Be sure that only the original 12 gauge
(or heavier) 25 ft. power cord is used on
the TurboJet Max.
Call Air-Care
Find an outlet on a line that does not
have other devices connected to it.
Use the TurboJet Max II on “low” speed
only.
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The TurboJet requires a minimum amount of maintenance, normally limited to cleaning or replacing
filters as they become filled with dirt and debris. Cleaning the 1st and 2nd stage filters daily will extend
the life of the 3rd stage HEPA filter.
1st and 2nd Stage Filter Replacement
1. The 1st stage disposable polyester pad is mounted in
the top section of the TurboMax and held in place with a
metal bracket at one end and a flip latch on the other end.
They should be cleaned when visibly dirty and at the end
of each workday. The duct debris captured in the upper
section and first stage filter can be collected in a trash bag
placed over the 12” Hose inlet and secured with the Velcro
strap.
Unlatch the top section and tip it back on its hinge so
the debris falls into the bag from the upper section of
the TurboJet and its first stage filter. Follow all local
regulations on disposing of material removed from the
ducts. In critical areas, such as hospitals, it is required
to cover the inlet with 6-mil plastic when the job is
completed to prevent the collected debris from escaping
and contaminating the area while it is removed from the building to be emptied in a non- critical area
where the trash bag can be disposed of safely. The first stage filter can be put into the same trash bag
for disposal.
2. When necessary, wash the 2nd stage filters with a garden
hose and nozzle at full force. First rinse in the opposite
direction of the airflow, then rinse both sides. Occasionally, a
degreaser such as Air-Care C.E.F electrostatic filter cleaner
may be required to restore this filter to its’ peak performance.
Let the filter air dry before reinstalling into the unit.
Note: When there is not suicient time to allow filters to
dry before using the TurboJet, simply dry vacuum the loose
debris o of the filters’ surfaces or use compressed air in an
appropriate outdoor area. Wear a protective mask.
When there is little “pull” at the inlet, and the 1st and 2nd
stage filters are clean, the 3rd stage HEPA filter should be
replaced (approximately once or
twice per year, if other filters are cleaned regularly). There is no safe way to clean the HEPA filter
without a risk of damaging it.
NOTE: NEVER WASH THE HEPA FILTER WITH WATER.
First Stage Filter
Second Stage Filter
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