Belanger DuraBlaster User manual

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Belanger, Inc.®
P.O. Box 5470
Northville, MI 48167-5470
Customer Service Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.Belangerinc.com
Wheel Cleaner

DURABLASTER®WHEEL CLEANER
Belanger® Equipment Owner’s Manual
DuraBlaster® Wheel Cleaner
Copyright 2013
Belanger, Inc®
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CURRENT REVISION LOG
Rev
Release
Date
Page
Description
01
TBD
All
Changed DuraBlaster™ to DuraBlaster®
3
Updated Limited Warranty
8
Removed ® from Rocker Spin Clean
9
Added 2 ¾” FNPT Fitting Hydraulic Hose under Utilities (Change
Request # 20)
17
Reformatted the Requirement Specification for Bell Hose and
Requirement Specifications for Tire Sensor Photo-Eye Base
Assembly sections
Unbolded the Field Supplied 1/4” Poly Flow tubing spec under the
Bell Hose Output Specifications
Added Indicator information for the Tire Sensor Photo-Eye
20
Removed Bell Hose Assembly title above Wire Connections subtitle
26
Changed the subtitle: Tire position tracking controllers… to
Controllers with Tire Tracking such as the Belanger® Centra® and
Integra®
Changed the format of the Pump Station Startup so that the
Controllers with Tire Tracking and Controllers without Tire Tracking
were subtitles in this section
36
Changed part number 1FTTNG-SW418(2) to 1FTTNG-SW515(2)
38
Added the note ALWAYS USE RED LOCTITE 271 to the 1FSTNR-
SB153 (3) callout (Change Request # 19)
39
Added the note ALWAYS USE RED LOCTITE 271 to the 1FSTNR-
SB153 (3) callout (Change Request # 19)

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Table of Contents
Belanger Incorporated® Limited Warranty.......................................................3
Operational Warning...........................................................................................4
Important Safety Information .............................................................................5
Safety Symbols and Signal Words.............................................................................................5
Before You Begin.......................................................................................................................5
IMPORTANT Safety Information –MUST READ ......................................................................6
Safety Warnings.........................................................................................................................6
Introduction.........................................................................................................8
Specifications......................................................................................................9
Requirements.............................................................................................................................9
Operating Envelopes-Tunnel ...................................................................................................10
Operating Envelopes-Inbay Automatics...................................................................................11
Installation.........................................................................................................12
DuraBlaster® Assembly and Placement..................................................................................12
DuraBlaster® Assembly and Placement-Tunnel Activation Devices .......................................14
DuraBlaster® Assembly and Placement-Inbay Activation Devices..........................................15
Utility Connections....................................................................................................................16
Requirement Specifications for Bell Hose................................................................................17
Requirement Specifications for Tire Sensor Photo-Eye Base Assembly.................................17
Bell Hose and Wear Strip.........................................................................................................18
Bell Hose..................................................................................................................................19
Tire Sensor Photo-Eye Base Assembly...................................................................................21
Tire Sensor Photo-Eye.............................................................................................................22
DuraBlaster® Start Up .............................................................................................................24
Controller..................................................................................................................................24
Pneumatic Startup (Rotating DuraBlaster® ONLY) .................................................................24
Pump Station Startup...............................................................................................................25
Maintenance ......................................................................................................27
Disassembly Procedure ...........................................................................................................27
Routine Procedures: Daily........................................................................................................31
Trouble Shooting Tire Sensing Photo-Eyes and Bell Hose......................................................32
Trouble Shooting the DuraBlaster®.........................................................................................32
Replacement Parts: Fixed DuraBlaster® Assembly ................................................................35
Replacement Parts: Rotating DuraBlaster® Assembly............................................................36
Replacement Parts: Rotating DuraBlaster® Assembly Air Hose Connections........................37
Replacement Parts: Rotating Base Assembly-Driver Side ......................................................38
Replacement Parts: Rotating Base Assembly-Passenger Side...............................................39
Replacement Parts: Photo-Eye Tire Sensor Assembly............................................................40

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Table of Contents
Replacement Parts: Bell Hose Assembly:...............................................................................40
Replacement Parts: Air Panel..................................................................................................41

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Belanger Incorporated® Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY:
Equipment:
Subject to the limitations stated below, Seller warrants that the Equipment sold hereunder, which is fabricated by Seller,
shall be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service for a period of 1 year plus 30
days from the date of invoice - CATPumps will be warranted for 2 years from the date of invoice.
Parts:
Subject to the limitations stated below, Seller warrants that the Parts sold hereunder, shall be free from defects in
workmanship and material under normal use and service for a period of 30 days from the date of invoice.
Limitations On All Warranties:
The warranties contained in this Section 13 are subject to the following limitations: (1) they are void if the factory
specifications for operation and maintenance, found in original equipment manuals, and component manuals, are not
followed, or if other than factory authorized erection, alterations or modifications are made to any Parts or Equipment;
(2) defective Parts are warranted to the Purchaser only for repair or replacement through an authorized Purchaser or
Distributor of Seller, or direct with Seller for a period of 13 months from the date of invoice; however, this warranty
excludes all claims for failure resulting from normal wear and tear, improper installation, omission of factory specified
preventative maintenance, misuse, abuse, negligence, third party damages, or acts of God and Purchaser agrees to
submit to and assist Seller or its authorized Purchaser or Distributor in conducting in-warranty inspections of the Goods
including inspection of any Equipment or Parts claimed to be defective by the Purchaser; (3) the cost of providing labor
or repair to replace Equipment and Parts warranted to Purchaser will be included within the warranty only if such claim
is made within 120 days from the date of invoice and then only during normal business hours through an authorized
Purchaser or Distributor of Seller, or direct with Seller, and labor and service provided beyond the labor warranty
period shall be subject to labor charges at the rates established by the local authorized Purchaser or Distributor or
direct with Seller; (4) the warranties shall be void for all Equipment failures and premature Part wear caused by the use
of corrosive chemicals in the wash process, and the following list includes some, but not all, of the particularly corrosive
chemicals that if used in conjunction with Equipment or Parts will void the warranty: Hydrofluoric Acid, Ammonium
Bifluoride, Bromic Acid, Muriatic Acid, Sulfonic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Hydrogen Cyanide, Hydrochloric Acid, Sodium
Hydroxide and Chlorinated Solvents; (5) Seller makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to the design or
operation of any entire system, in which Seller’s Equipment or Parts sold hereunder are mere components;(6) in no
event shall Seller be liable for any incidental, special, consequential, punitive or exemplary damages resulting from the
furnishing, performance or use of any Goods or services sold pursuant hereto, whether due to a breach of contract,
breach of warranty, negligence or any other claim at law or equity. Seller shall not be liable for any damages of any
kind, including, but not limited to, loss of business; inconvenience, or property damage of any kind; nor for any
damages of whatever nature resulting in any way from the Purchaser’s selection and use of any chemicals not
manufactured exclusively by Seller but used with the purchased Equipment or Parts; or for any service not expressly
provided herein related to or arising from the Equipment or Parts sold. Seller shall not be liable for damages resulting
from Purchaser’s use of any engineering recommendations, sales representations, technical assistance, advice or data
other than that information contained in Belanger manuals; (7) all warranties, express, implied, or statutory, pertaining
to the Equipment and Parts apply to the Purchaser only; are not transferable; are fully set forth herein; and no addition
to or modification thereto shall be binding upon the Seller, unless made in writing and signed by a duly authorized
employee of Seller.
No Other Warranties:
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EQUIPMENT AND PARTS IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHETHER STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE CONTAINED IN THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE –SALES ARE EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMED.
Copyright ©2013 by Belanger, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any
form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, or by any information storage or
retrieval system, except as may be expressly permitted by the 1976 Copyright Act. Belanger reserves the right to
change or modify the Belanger Inc. Limited warranty without notice.

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Operational Warning
Formulations containing the chemicals listed below are particularly dangerous and should not
be used even at low concentrations:
Hydrofluoric Acid
Ammonium Bifluoride
Bromic Acid
Muriatic Acid
Sulfonic Acid
Phosphoric Acid
Hydrogen Cyanide
Hydrochloric Acid
Chlorinated Solvents
Belanger, Inc.®, does not endorse or condone the use of chemicals that are potentially
dangerous to human health, the environment or property. Belanger® recognizes that it is the
right and sole decision of the end user operators of our equipment as to the type and dilution ratio
of the chemicals used in their facilities. We strongly recommend that the end user does not
select products containing any of the chemicals listed above as an ingredient in the wash
solutions. The chemicals listed above are potentially dangerous to human health, and have a
detrimental, deteriorating effect on the equipment and the facility. Be advised that a portion of, or
all of your warranty will be voided if you determine to use any of the chemicals listed above as an
ingredient in the wash solutions in conjunction with your Belanger® automatic car wash
equipment:
Limitation (4), of Paragraph (8), Limited Warranty, of the Belanger® Terms and Conditions of
Sales describes the potential limitation of warranty due to your chemical selection:
(4) This warranty shall be void for all equipment failures and premature component wear
caused by the use of corrosive chemicals in the wash process. The following list includes
some, but not all, of the particularly corrosive chemicals that if used in conjunction with
Belanger® equipment will void the warranty: Hydrofluoric Acid, Ammonium Bifluoride, Bromic
Acid, Muriatic Acid, Sulfonic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Hydrogen Cyanide, Hydrochloric Acid,
and Chlorinated Solvents. The Purchaser also agrees to accept the responsibility and liability
for the selection and use of any chemicals listed above;
However, should the end user decide to use formulations containing any of the above
ingredients, the end user should institute a comprehensive training program and implement
detailed operational parameters within their organization for the proper handling and treatment of
such products to minimize the potential dangers involved. Consult your chemical supplier for
assistance in establishing operational guidelines in the use of their products. MSDS (Material
Safety Data Sheet) should be obtained from the chemical supplier before using any chemical
formulation.
During the installation process the installer is responsible for re-tightening ALL
lugs, set screws and terminals located in the electrical panels. Components may
vibrate loose during shipping.

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Important Safety Information
This section introduces the hazard and safety precautions associated with installing, maintaining or
servicing this product. Before performing any task on this product, read this safety information and the
applicable sections in this manual, where additional hazards and safety precautions for your task may
be found. Electrical shock could occur and cause death or serious injury if these safe service
procedures are not followed.
Safety Symbols and Signal Words
Alert Symbol
This safety alert symbol is used in this manual and on warning labels to
alert you to precautions which must be followed to prevent potential
personal safety hazards. Obey safety directives that follow this symbol to
avoid possible injury or death.
Signal Words
The signal words used in this manual and on warning labels tell you the seriousness of particular
safety hazards. The precautions that follow must be followed to prevent death, injury or damage
to the equipment.
This signal word is used to alert you to a hazard or unsafe practice which WILL RESULT IN
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY
This alerts you to a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR
SERIOUS INJURY
This signal word designates a hazard or unsafe practice which MAY RESULT IN MINOR
INJURY
When used by itself, CAUTION designates a hazard or unsafe practice which MAY RESULT IN
PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Before You Begin
Only trained or authorized individuals knowledgeable in the related procedures should install, inspect,
maintain or service this equipment.
Read the Manual
Read, understand and follow this manual and any other labels or related materials supplied with
this equipment. If you do not understand the procedure, call a Belanger, Inc.® representative at
248-349-7010. It is imperative to your safety and the safety of others to understand the
procedures before beginning work.

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Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT Safety Information –MUST READ
Safety Warnings
DISCONNECT THE MAIN POWER SUPPLY AND
DISSIPATE ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
ENERGY SOURCES PRIOR TO SERVICING OR
MAINTAINING EQUIPMENT
Belanger® recommends that all workers observe the OSHA (U.S. Department of
Labor Occupational Safety & Health Administration) Lockout / Tagout procedure
to dissipate all potentially hazardous energy sources (i.e. - electrical, mechanical,
hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, etc.) prior to performing service or
maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Note: Reference the OSHA standard for the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout), Title 29
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1910.147 and the example provided in 1910.147
Appendix A for practices and procedures necessary to disable machinery or equipment, thereby
preventing the release of hazardous energy while employees perform servicing and maintenance
activities. The standard outlines measures for controlling hazardous energies –electrical,
mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, and other energy sources.
Note: Reference the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.331 to 29 CFR 1910.335 for safe work practices to
protect employees working on electrical circuits and equipment. This section requires workers to
use safe work practices, including lockout and tagging procedures. These provisions apply when
employees are exposed to electrical hazards while working on, near, or with conductors or systems
that use electrical energy.
Note: Both referenced OSHA standards can be found at the following website: http://www.osha.gov/law-
regs.html. Browse to the General Industry tab under the Find an OSHA Standard heading, scroll
down to the link of interest and click on it.
Doing so will prevent unexpected energization, startup, or release of hazardous
energy while maintenance and servicing activities are being performed.

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Important Safety Information
Safety Warnings
BE SURE TO OBSERVE OPERATING ENVELOPE.
EQUIPMENT MAY START UNEXPECTEDLY. OVERHEAD,
ROTATING AND/OR MOVING COMPONENTS COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
BE AWARE OF FOREIGN OBJECTS IN THE AREA
SURROUNDING A ROTATING PIECE OF EQUIPMENT.
OBJECTS MAY BECOME TANGLED WITH EQUIPMENT AND
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
BE AWARE OF HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH
EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE FLOOR
THAT MAY BE A TRIP HAZARD.
It is imperative to your safety and the safety of others to always follow safe work
procedures.

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Introduction
The DuraBlaster® is a component with two options. One option is a rotating version that requires
tire sensing. The second option is a fixed (non-rotating) version that operates with or without tire
sensing. Both options can be programmed to operate during any wash package to provide extra
attention on the vehicle wheels. The driver-side and passenger-side DuraBlasters®, each have
two, 4 nozzle spinners to spray up to 1000 psi water on each wheel. The nozzle pressure and
water volume of the DuraBlaster® is dependant on the capability of the optional pump station.
Rotating DuraBlaster®
The rotating DuraBlaster® operation is initiated by a programmed output from the main system
controller. A PLC inside the system control panel turns on the pump station. A 2-position air
solenoid valve provides air to a cylinder that holds the spray assemblies rotated to the start
position toward the entrance of the tunnel. High pressure water sprays the front bumper and along
the lower rocker panels. A tire sensing device triggers an input to the PLC in a system with a tire
sensing controller or starts a timer in the component control box. Then, the air solenoid shifts,
causing the DuraBlaster® to rotate with the wheel, for maximum cleaning time. After full stroke,
the PLC or timer will shift the valve and the DuraBlaster® will rotate toward the entrance again.
The cycle will repeat on the rear wheel after it is sensed. Belanger® sells two types of tire sensing
devices. They are the bell hose actuator and a tire photo-eye sensing kit. Once the rear tire
application is complete the system controller will shut off the DuraBlaster® function, and the
spray assemblies will sit in a rest position rotated toward the entrance of the tunnel.
The rotating DuraBlaster® for tunnel applications utilizes a vertical cylinder that when stroked,
rotates a piston that is attached to the spinner manifold assembly. The return speed is set by an
air flow control under the back cover, using a small screw driver. This speed should be quick
enough to return and be ready for the rear wheel, yet not causing any hard slamming of the
equipment. The tracking speed is set by turning a flow control knob protruding out of the back
cover. This should be readjusted whenever conveyor speed is changed.
Fixed DuraBlaster®
The fixed DuraBlaster® operation can also be initiated by a programmed output from the main
system controller or as a timed programmed function. High pressure water sprays the front
bumper and along the lower rocker panels.
Since there is no rotating cylinder, no air is required. Other than the rotating action, the function of
the fixed DuraBlaster® is the same as the function of the rotating DuraBlaster®. So, it can be
used in similar applications.
If it is actuated as a timed function, the fixed DuraBlaster® can be used as an alternative to the
Belanger® Rocker Spin Clean.
Note: Uncrate and inspect shipment for damage, and to verify that all pieces are there. If there is
any damaged equipment, file a claim with the trucking company immediately. Receiving
party is responsible for filing claim with trucking company. Notify your local distributor or
Belanger, Inc.® immediately if shipment is determined damaged or incomplete.
Rotating DuraBlaster®
Fixed DuraBlaster®

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Specifications
Requirements
Physical
Component Height
28”(Rotating and Fixed)
Component Width
150”(Rotating) or 140” (Fixed)
Tunnel Space Required
24”(Rotating and Fixed)
Utility
Electrical
120 VAC Signal (Rotating and Fixed)
One 120 VAC Output for the carwash Controller. If your controller does not
have tire position tracking, then a separate optional Wheel Sensor Timer is
required. The Wheel Sensor Timer is available with a bell hose or photo-
eyes, needs 120 VAC control power (9 Watts) and is sold seperately.
Hose
3/8” poly-flow line for main feed to air panel (Rotating Only)
Two 1/4” poly-flow lines to feed tunnel components (Rotating Only)
(lengths will vary from site to site)
2 3/4" FNPT Fitting Hydraulic Hose
Pneumatic
2 SCFM @ 100 PSI air flow (minimum) to 3/8” poly-flow (Rotating Only)
Water
Determined by pump platform (Rotating and Fixed)
DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT ELECTRICAL POWER AND DISSIPATE ALL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS ENERGY SOURCES BEFORE SERVICING ANY
EQUIPMENT!
Always wear safety glasses when performing maintenance on any equipment
It is recommended that a licensed electrician is contracted to perform all electrical
installations.
A compressed Air System should be set correctly to support 90 PSI necessary to operate
equipment, but should never be set to deliver more than 120 PSI air pressure to the Belanger®
specified equipment.

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Center Line of
Bell Hose
Specifications
Operating Envelopes-Tunnel
Top View (Stand alone with an optional bell hose displayed)
Note: When the tunnel controller does NOT have tire tracking:
An optional tire tracking device, such as a bell hose or photo-eye, must be installed to trigger the
sweeping action of the Rotating DuraBlaster® or to actuate the Fixed DuraBlaster®. The optional
tire tracking device works in conjunction with the DuraBlaster® wheel sensor timer.
Note: When the tunnel controller DOES have tire tracking:
The use of an output from a Belanger® Centra® or Integra® controller is also a possible option
to trigger either style DuraBlaster®, provided that a tire locating device is placed at least 12” past
the bay enter photo-eyes.
Direction
of Travel
Operating Envelope
150” For Rotating DuraBlaster®
140” For Fixed DuraBlaster®
43”
140” For Rotating and Fixed DuraBlaster®
36”
TY
P
24”
Center Line of DuraBlaster®
Inside of Conveyor Inner Guide Rail
Conveyor Inner Guide Rail
Conveyor Outer Guide Rail
Partial Top
View of the
Conveyor
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall

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Specifications
Operating Envelopes-Inbay Automatics
Top View (Stand alone with an optional undercarriage spray bar displayed)
120” Typical Wash Door Opening
24”
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall
36”
Fixed DuraBlaster® Operating Envelope
Direction
Of Travel
Ideal Photo Eye Operating Envelope
May Be Adjusted To A Site Specific Dimension
Fixed DuraBlaster® Assemblies and Undercarriage
Must Be CENTERED On the Wash Door Opening
Driver Side Fixed
DuraBlaster®
Passenger Side Fixed
DuraBlaster®
Undercarriage Spray Bar
128” Minimum
Centerline of DuraBlaster® and
Undercarriage Spray Bar

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Installation
DuraBlaster® Assembly and Placement
It is very important to understand the operation and activation of the DuraBlaster® to determine the
best location of the components.
1) Ideally, the pump station should be placed in the back room as close to the
DuraBlaster® as possible to allow for fast and on time water response to the wheels.
Belanger® offers 2 DuraFlo™ pump station options to supply various pressures and
flows to the DuraBlaster®. They are:
Pump
Description
Flow Total
(Driver Side and
Passenger Side
Combined)
Pressure
Horsepower
Nozzle
Part Number
Nozzle Kit
Part Number
DURAFLO10D
18 GPM
600 psi
10 Hp
1NOZZL-MG003
115001
DURAFLO15D
18 GPM
1100 psi
15 Hp
1NOZZL-MG002
115002
DURAFLO15P
36 GPM
600 psi
15 Hp
1NOZZL-MG006
115003
DURAFLO25P
36 GPM
1100 psi
25 Hp
1NOZZL-MG004
115004
2) Ideally, the air panel (Rotating DuraBlaster® ONLY) should be placed in the back room,
but it can be placed in the bay as close as possible to the DuraBlaster®. For best
operation, keep airline length from the panel to the DuraBlaster® less than 100 feet in
length.
3) To ensure maximum cleaning, DuraBlaster® spinner assemblies should be located to
allow maximum soak time for any chemicals applied to the wheels. The spinners can be
placed below an existing piece of equipment to save on space.
The driver and passenger side DuraBlasters® should be in line with each other
across the wash bay width.
The outside of the driver side base plate should be 43” from the inside guiderail
of the conveyor as shown on the previous sketch.
The outside of the passenger side base plate should be 140” from the outside of
the driver side base plate.
Use two 3/8” x 3-3/4” anchors to secure the DuraBlaster® to the floor at these
dimensions. There are 4 mounting holes in each base plate but only 2 diagonal
anchors are needed for each side. Mark the floor, drill one 3/8” hole and insert
one anchor.
The driver side and passenger side Rotating DuraBlasters® have the same
components but are assembled slightly differently. There are two different flow
controls located under the back cover. One flow control is shiny silver and may
be installed into the top or bottom of the cylinder. The other port of the cylinder
will have an elbow that connects an airline to a brass flow control protruding
through the cover.
The brass flow control has the highest resolution, and is used to adjust air out
of the cylinder during the wheel tracking rotation.
The silver flow control is used to control air out of the cylinder during return
rotation. The assembly with the silver flow control on the bottom should be
installed on the passenger side of the tunnel.
Note: Step 3 is continued on the next page.

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Installation
DuraBlaster® Assembly and Placement
Rotational Activation Device Placement
3) (Continued from previous page) To ensure maximum cleaning, DuraBlaster® spinner
assemblies should be located to allow maximum soak time for any chemicals applied to
the wheels. The spinners can be placed below an existing piece of equipment to save
on space.
Place the driver side DuraBlaster® on top of the anchor, mark the diagonal
corner and remove the DuraBlaster® prior to drilling for the second anchor.
Secure the DuraBlaster® to the floor, level, square it up to the conveyor (for a
tunnel application) or the center of the wash bay (for an inbay application) and
tighten in place. Repeat this process for the passenger side.
4) The rotational activation device position will vary based on your system.
a. Systems with controllers, such as a Belanger® Centra® or Integra®, have a tire
position sensor input that keeps track of both the front and rear tire positions.
The optional tire position sensor can be a bell hose or a photo-eye set that is
placed within 12” of the entrance photo-eye.
Note: These controllers record the tire position and allow a set distance before and after the wheel for
activation on and off.
b. Please see the appropriate Belanger® controller manual for further instructions.
Note: Program the pump to come on about 24” before the vehicle front and have the
pump go off 24” after the rear of the vehicle. A look back function should be set
to keep the pump on if another vehicle is in the wash and getting this option.
Note: Program rotation activation to come on 16” before the wheel and 16” after the
wheel to turn off. Adjust these settings after startup for best performance.
c. For other controllers with tire or wheel position capabilities, follow their manuals
for instructions.
d. For tunnel controllers without tire sensing, purchase an optional tire tracking
device, such as a Bell Hose or Photo-eye. Belanger® sensing devices are
supplied with a Wheel Sensor Timer control box that should be mounted on the
wall as close as possible to the air panel.
Note: The optional tire position sensor, (bell hose or photo-eye set-purchased
separately) should be placed 36” before the centerline of the DuraBlaster®
assemblies.
Note: The timer control box will have an on delay and an off delay to be set when the
system is operational.

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Installation
DuraBlaster® Assembly and Placement-Tunnel Activation Devices
See the diagrams below for correct placement of activation devices in a tunnel application.
Note: The Bell Hose and the Photo-eyes are for use with system controllers that do NOT have tire
tracking. Use those sensing devices with a Belanger® Wheel Sensor Timer for each
DuraBlaster®.
Note: See the tunnel controller manual for further information on the use of the Bell Hose or Photo-
eyes to track tires with the controller’s tracking system.
Bell Hose
Photo-Eye
Center Line
of Bell Hose
36”
TY
P
36”
TY
P
34”
26 1/2”
Center Line of DuraBlaster®
Center Line of DuraBlaster®
Center Line of
Photo Eyes
Direction
of Travel
Direction
of Travel
Inside of Conveyor
Inner Guide Rail
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall
Conveyor Inner Guide Rail
Partial Top
View of the
Conveyor
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall
Conveyor Outer
Guide Rail
Inside of Conveyor
Inner Guide Rail
Conveyor Inner Guide Rail
Conveyor Outer
Guide Rail
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall
Partial Top
View of the
Conveyor
Partial Top
View of
Wash Wall