CertainTeed Volu-Matic 300 Original instructions

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Operation Manual
And Safety Information
Volu-Matic 300
Parts – Service – Accessories
863.294.3206 / 800.237.7841
www.certainteedmachineworks.com
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE PLACING YOUR NEW
VOLU-MATIC 300 INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE INTO SERVICE

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WARNING
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust
can be fatal. Make sure exhaust is routed away
from air intake flanges and that the truck body is
well ventilated.
WARNING
Do not smoke when refueling the tank or operating
the machine. Fumes from fuel are explosive and can
be fatal. Follow all safety precautions when handling
any type of fuel.
WARNING
Recommended hose size, type, and length must be
used to achieve maximum results. CertainTeed
Machine Works cannot guarantee performance of
the Volu-Matic 300 machine if hoses are undersized,
worn, damaged, or hoses other than those we
recommend are used.
NOTE
On PTO models, keep in mind that a weak truck
battery may not be powerful enough to run the
machine. Keep the truck battery and charging
system in very good shape.
NOTE
Decals included in the PTO box should be displayed
on the truck as indicated by the instructions provided
by the manufacturer.
Warning & Notes

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SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................4
ACCESSORY AND INSTALLATION KITS...................................................................................................................5
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................................................8
SAFETY.................................................................................................................................................................................10
OPERATION........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................................... 26
PTO MODEL INPUT/CLUTCH SHAFT ...................................................................................................................... 42
SERVICE AND HOSE KITS ...........................................................................................................................................44
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................................................................................................46
PARTS DRAWINGS .........................................................................................................................................................50
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD................................................................................................................ 66
Table of Contents

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Specifications
MODELS:
Gasoline Engine Driven Insulation Blowing Machine
• Kohler Command Gasoline Engine – 23.5 HP twin cylinder air cooled
• Kohler Command Pro EFI Gasoline Engine – 26.5 HP
Diesel Engine Driven Insulation Blowing Machine
• Kohler Diesel Engine – 23.7 HP
Power Take-O Driven Insulation Blowing Machine
ALL MACHINES:
18” airlock feeder, air volume control system, electro-magnetic clutches,
spiral bevel gearboxes, four speed transmission.
HEIGHT: 74"
LOAD HEIGHT: 60"
WIDTH: 56.5"
LENGTH: 75"
WEIGHT: 2100 lbs
ELECTRICAL: 12V DC
BLOWER VOLUME: 270 cfm @ 2 psi
BLOWER PRESSURE: 7 psi maximum
MAXIMUM FEED RATES FOR CORRECT PRODUCT COVERAGE:
Cellulose: 70 - 80 lbs per minute @ 2.0 psi.
Fiberglass: 25 - 35 lbs per minute @ 3.5 psi.
Rockwool: 35 - 55 lbs per minute @ 4.5 psi.

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P/N DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
ACCESSORY KIT
211046
150 Foot Long Remote Control Cord – P/N 210893 1 EA
Operation Manual 1 EA
Stator Bar Cover Plate – P/N 210031 1 EA
INSTALLATION KIT*
211952
Hose Sleeve, 4" – P/N 210993 1 EA
Worm Drive Hose Clamp, 4" – P/N 162485 2 EA
10" Body Flange For Engine Air – P/N 209911 1 EA
Blower Intake Truck Flange, 4.5" – P/N 209072 1 EA
10" Stainless Steel Band Clamp – P/N 157942 2 EA
4 1/2" Worm Drive Hose Clamp – P/N 162486 2 EA
10" Spiratube – P/N 162376 3 FT
4-1/2" CWC Spiral Hose – P/N 162380 3 FT
Exhaust Kit – P/N 162523 1 EA
Marine Exhaust Hose, 4" X 24" – P/N 210945 1 EA
Accessory and Installation Kits
GASOLINE ENGINE DRIVEN INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE
Check the accessory and installation kits included with new delivered machines that the following items were received for operation.
*These items will be on the machine when installed by CTMW.

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P/N DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
ACCESSORY KIT
211048
150 Foot Long Remote Control Cord – P/N 210893 1 EA
Operation Manual 1 EA
Stator Bar Cover Plate – P/N 210031 1 EA
INSTALLATION KIT*
211951
Hose Sleeve, 4" – P/N 210993 1 EA
Worm Drive Hose Clamp, 4" – P/N 162485 2 EA
12" Body Flange For Engine Air – P/N 209912 1 EA
Blower Intake Truck Flange, 4.5" – P/N 209072 1 EA
12" Stainless Steel Band Clamp – P/N 162926 2 EA
4 1/2" Worm Drive Hose Clamp – P/N 162486 2 EA
12" CWC Spiratube – P/N 162377 3 FT
4-1/2" CWC Spiral Hose – P/N 162380 3 FT
Exhaust Kit – P/N 162523 1 EA
Marine Exhaust Hose, 4" X 24" – P/N 210945 1 EA
DIESEL ENGINE DRIVEN INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE
Check the accessory and installation kits included with new delivered machines that the following items were received for operation.
*These items will be on the machine when installed by CTMW.

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P/N DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
ACCESSORY KIT
211047
150 Foot Long Remote Control Cord – P/N 210893 1 EA
Operation Manual 1 EA
Stator Bar Cover Plate – P/N 210031 1 EA
INSTALLATION KIT*
211953
Hose Sleeve, 4" – P/N 210993 1 EA
Worm Drive Hose Clamp, 4" – P/N 162485 2 EA
PTO Drive Belt Idler Support Bracket – P/N 209899 1 EA
Blower Intake Truck Flange, 4.5" – P/N 209072 1 EA
3TB50 Pulley, (Uses P1 Bushing) – P/N 160263 1 EA
4 1/2" Worm Drive Hose Clamp – P/N 162486 2 EA
Holder, Circuit Breaker – P/N 16200 1 EA
4-1/2" CWC Spiral Hose – P/N 162380 3 FT
PTO Idler Roller Take Up Arm – P/N 209916 1 EA
Marine Exhaust Hose, 4" X 24" – P/N 210945 1 EA
Bushing Idler, 5/8" – P/N 162487 1 EA
Breaker, Circuit 20A – P/N 159034 1 EA
Gearbox PTO Idler Spacer – P/N 210544 1 EA
Non-Exp, 1.25" P/B Bearing – P/N 162818 1 EA
Exp, 1.25" P/B Bearing – P/N 162819 1 EA
POWER TAKE-OFF DRIVEN INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE
Check the accessory and installation kits included with new delivered machines that the following items were received for operation.
*These items will be on the machine when installed by CTMW.

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Introduction
HOPPER
AREA
LOADING
DROPGATE
EMERGENCY
STOP BUTTONS
SERIAL NAME
PLATE
FRONT PANEL
SWING GATE
GUARDS
4-SPEED
TRANSMISSION
BLOWING HOSE
CONNECTION
AIRLOCK
FEEDER
SHREDDER
AREA
SAFETY
GUARD

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VOLU-MATIC 300
Several safety features are on the Volu-Matic 300 machine to ensure operator safety. Study the safety
section thoroughly so that all the features concerning safety are understood.
This introduction is presented to provide a basic description of the function and purpose of the
Volu-Matic 300, which will help with understanding all of the items covered in the section on safety.
The Volu-Matic 300 machine is principally designed to blow insulating materials into attics of residential and
commercial buildings, and can also be configured to spray side walls. The insulation material manufacturer’s
instructions prevail when it comes to installing their product, since they guarantee the final results.
The Volu-Matic 300 machine is normally mounted in the back of a contractor’s truck and can be powered
either by a small industrial engine or by the truck engine via a power take o (PTO) box. The belt driven
power train that drives all machine mechanisms, includes electro-magnetic clutches that provide separate
control of various functions on the machine. To allow the person installing the insulation full control of the
machine, a 12-volt electrical remote control system is provided, which operates either through the provided
hard wire remote control cord and toggle switch, or with an optional wireless remote control unit. The
Volu-Matic 300 controls provide independent control of both the air that blows the material down the hose
to its destination, and the machine mechanisms that condition and feed the insulating material into that air
stream. The machine can be set at dierent speed settings with the transmission to match the material
manufacturer’s instructions.
The 12-volt electrical circuit is powered by the machine’s small industrial engine, or by the truck battery
when it is PTO driven. The electrical control circuit is protected with a 20 amp circuit breaker. A light
illuminates when the master switch is turned on, indicating that power is on for the blower relay and remote
control receptacle. When the remote control cord switch is moved toward the cord, power is sent through
the blower relay, causing the blower clutch to engage. When the remote control cord switch is moved
toward the end of the housing, power flows to the blower and mechanism relays, causing both clutches to
engage. The toggle switch in the remote control cord housing is labeled to identify these machine functions.
The switches on the optional wireless remote control unit are labeled on the transmitter to identify these
machine functions.
The hopper area where material is loaded into the machine has a jogger and circulator to open and stir the
material, and an auger at the bottom for material feed. Material exits the hopper and is conditioned by the
shredder before entering the airlock feeder. The airlock feeder deposits the material into the air stream
where it enters the hose and flows to the hose exit.
Another feature on the Volu-Matic 300 machine is a slide gate that when adjusted, is used to control both
feed rate and material conditioning. Air Volume is controlled independently with a manually operated valve,
to help optimize material coverage.

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Safety
The Volu-Matic 300 insulation blowing machine has
full guarding and electrical disconnects for your safety.
Every Volu-Matic 300 machine has this warning displayed
in a prominent place. Do not remove, modify, or deface
the warning label!
WARNING: if any foreign object should enter the
machine; push an emergency stop button in (o), turn
o the master switch, unplug the remote control cord,
and shut the machine engine or power source down
before retrieving the object. Never reach into the
machine while it is operating.

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Other wrning signs, cution signs,
nd dnger signs re displyed so
tht the opertor is wre of other
hzrds ssocited with the use
of the mchine. You will see the
following wrnings on the mchine.
Do not remove, modify, or defce
the wrning lbels!
The purpose of this sign is to make the operator
aware that they may lose balance and fall.
This warning sign is displayed on the truck
after installation of a PTO driven machine.
Decals included in the PTO box should be
displayed on the truck as indicated by the
instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Use the installation instructions if you
install the machine.

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All Volu-Matic 300 machines are factory equipped with side, front, and rear guards. The top of the machine does
not require guarding when correctly mounted in the contractor’s truck as shown in the installation instructions.
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The front swing gate guards are equipped with a recessed T-Handle Latch 1 . These guards must never be
opened while your Volu-Matic 300 machine is in operation – there are shafts with guarding over them,
which are still rotating. If these gates are opened, safety switches 2are mounted to the swing gates which
will only stop chain driven mechanisms and the blower. If the mechanisms do not shut o or stop when
either of the gates are opened, you should request that maintenance be performed on the safety
interlocks. You will have to push the reset button 3in order to restart the machine after the swing gates
are closed for machine ready on. If the safety switch or guard should become damaged, replace them, to
ensure safety while operating your Volu-Matic 300 machine.
The main drive belt guard is to ensure safety when starting or stopping the engine and also for general
maintenance that may require the engine to be running while the machine is o. The main drive belt guard
on PTO models is to ensure safety when the machine is o, but the PTO is still engaged on the truck.
There are two emergency stop buttons 4& 5that will completely shut the machine down. Either
red button will stop all machine mechanisms when pushed in (o) overriding all other controls. If the
mechanisms do not shut o or stop when either button is pushed, request that maintenance be performed
on the safety system. The emergency stop buttons must be pulled out (on) for normal operation.
Knowledge of the location and function of these emergency stops is emphasized.
These buttons should be used for any of the following type of emergencies:
- unauthorized individual getting too close to the machine.
- objects falling into machine.
- a machine component breaks.
- a material hose becomes disconnected.
- anything requiring immediate stopping of the machine.
You will have to push the reset button 3in order to restart the machine after the emergency stop buttons
are pulled back out (on) and swing gates are shut. If any safety switch interlock should become damaged,
replace it; keep your Volu-Matic 300 machine safe.
During machine operation, always turn o the “rocker type” master switch 6(light indicates switch is on),
and unplug the remote control cord from the receptacle 7before removing any guards for any reason!
The material conditioning slide gate is adjustable from outside the machine using adjustment handle 8.
During machine operation, always stand on the floor to deposit material into the hopper. Under no
circumstances should your hand, arm, stick, broom or any other object, be used to move or force feed
material down into the hopper. The Volu-Matic 300 machine is a self-feeding design requiring no outside
assistance for smooth flow.
Operators should wear hearing protection if the machine noise makes them uncomfortable or noise level
exceeds permissible exposure limits. CTMW recommends that operators wear approved dust masks or
respirators for their protection. Safety features are incorporated into the Volu-Matic 300 machine to protect
everyone from serious injury. Operate your machine according to the outlined instructions in this manual
with all safety features in place and working properly. Operating the machine in an unsafe manner can result
in serious injury or death.

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Operation

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GENERAL
Your Volu-Matic 300 machine is primarily a material conditioning and air conveying system. Fibers are
conditioned or opened to the proper density by mechanisms in the hopper, the shredder, and then air
conveyed into sidewall or attic by the blower, airlock feeder, and hose.
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
1. Check the following table for the proper hose size, type, and length for a particular operation. All hose
couplings must be thin wall, 1/16 inch maximum, to minimize restrictions. Thin wall couplings can be
purchased from CTMW.
Note: Follow fiber manufacturer instructions for hose setup
2. Make sure hopper is free of foreign materials.
3. Check for presence of oil from the blower, transmission, and gearbox indicating a leak. On engine models,
check for presence of oil from engine indicating a leak. Check the maintenance section for proper levels
and type of oil used in each component.
4. Check material conditioning slide and air bleed valve position. Check the recommended start settings
chart for proper position.
5. Make sure all guards are in place and securely latched.
WARNING: always operate your machine with the truck sitting on a level surface. Operating the machine
when the truck is not level will lead to failure of some machine components. The oil level in the blower,
transmission, and gearbox, may not lubricate internal parts properly when the truck is sitting on an incline.
OPERATION MATERIAL HOSE DIAMETER HOSE LENGTH
Open Blow
Cellulose
Fiberglass
Rockwool
3-1/2" Minimum 150' Minimum
Side Wall
Cellulose
Fiberglass
Rockwool
2-1/2" Minimum
3" Minimum
3" Minimum
150' Minimum

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PRELIMINARY START-UP CHECKS
1. Make sure hopper is free of foreign materials.
2. Put transmission into proper gear.
3. On engine driven models, start the engine in accordance with manufacturer’s literature and increase
engine speed until the throttle is at full speed. The engine should run at 3600 rpm.
On PTO model machines, start the truck and engage the PTO at a low idle in accordance with truck
manufacturer’s literature. Bring the truck up to the recommended speed established during installation.
Always engage and disengage the PTO at a low idle.
PTO OVER SPEED WARNING:
The input/clutch shaft that powers the drive train on the machine is designed to run at a nominal 1782
rpm. This speed should be held within 25 rpm so that support bearings, clutches, etc. will not generate
excessive heat. Over speeding the machine can and will damage shafts, bearings, and clutches driven by
the input/clutch shaft, as well as the shaft itself. This is especially true if the truck is moved before the
PTO attachment is disengaged after operating the machine. Remember, the input/clutch shaft rotates
at all times the PTO is engaged. Any optional equipment driven by the input/clutch shaft is also subject
to damage because of excessive speeds.
4. Make sure to push circuit breaker 20
5. Turn on the master switch 6 ; light indicates the switch is on.
6. Pull emergency stop buttons 4& 5out (on) and make sure swing gates are closed and latched for operation.
7. Push reset button 3for next step.
8. Move the toggle switch 9to the center (o) position and plug the remote control cord 10 shipped with
new delivered machines into the receptacle 7 . This is a twist lock connection.
9. Clear the area in front of the airlock feeder outlet 11 for testing.
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10. Cycle the toggle switch in the remote control cord housing toward the cord and the blower will come on,
check that air does exit the airlock outlet. With the blower operating satisfactorily, cycle the switch toward
the end of the housing and the blower and machine mechanisms will operate simultaneously. The
tachometer 12 should read 1050 rpm. The tachometer also has an hour meter that records machine
mechanism time.
11. Cake some time to get to know the Volu-Matic 300 machine. Engage and disengage the remote control
cord noticing the drives start and stop. With machine running, push one emergency stop button and
check that the drives stop. Pull emergency stop button out, push the reset button and start the machine
again. Push in the other emergency stop button and check that the drives stop. If the remote toggle
switch was cycled o, then cycle the toggle switch for the drives to come on. Repeat process with each
swing gate.
12. For any problems encountered during preliminary start-up procedures, check the Troubleshooting section
or call CertainTeed Machine Works at 800-237-7841.
Warning: If at any time the drives do not stop when an emergency stop button is push in (o), or if any
swing gate is open, request that maintenance be performed on the safety interlocks.
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GETTING STARTED
1. Use the preliminary and start-up checks as a
checklist on your Volu-Matic 300 machine
each day before proceeding to the job site.
At the job site, connect hose at the through
wall connection firmly with band clamps and
make sure the hose does not have a short
radius bend. A short radius bend will result
in poor coverage, excessive hose and feeder
wear, and/or plugged hoses. Use thin wall
couplings and reducers, 1/16” maximum, to
minimize restrictions.
Proper hose selection is important to
optimize insulation volume and coverage.
A rough bore corrugated hose is
necessary for blown fibers since smooth
bore rubber or plastic will roll shredded
material into small tight balls. Your
Volu-Matic 300 machine has been
engineered, when properly adjusted, to
condition fibers for optimum coverage.
Improper hose will degrade fibers
conditioned by the machine and reduce
insulation value in blown material. Do not
deviate from hose diameters, types, or
length as specified in the table.
THIS
NOT THIS
The Volu-Matic 300 machine will not
perform to specifications when held back
by undersized and restrictive hoses,
couplings, reducers, and/or nozzles that
are used for sidewall spray operations.
For open blow operations, use a 25 foot
to 50 foot length of 4" diameter hose at
the machine connection. For sidewall
spray operations, make sure the nozzle
that you use has an opening that is at
least the same square inch area or greater
than the hose selected. The nozzle should
also have a body wall that is not greater
than 1/16" to 1/8" in thickness and with a
smooth tapered entrance.
For maximum open blow
operation, connect 4 inch hose
to airlock feeder outlet. Use
4 - 3.5 reducer when using the
minimum recommended hose
diameter of 3.5 inch.
4 inch or 3.5 inch blowing
hose, minimum 150 feet.
NOTE: Hose connections are
generally made at the truck
box through wall connection
established at installation.
For side wall operation,
connect hose to airlock feeder
as shown in the render.
NOTE: Add 3 - 2.5 reducer for
side wall operation using 2.5
inch hose.
4 inch rubber hose sleeve.
4 - 3.5 reducer.
3.5 inch rubber hose sleeve.
3.5 - 3 reducer
3 inch blowing hose,
minimum 150 feet.

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2. Make sure the emergency stop buttons are pushed in (o) and the remote control cord toggle switch is in
the center (o) position.
3. Use the recommended start settings chart to adjust machine for the type of insulation you are using and
particular operation. The material manufacturer’s instructions prevail since they guarantee the final results.
4. Air flow rate may be controlled with the air bleed control valve 13 while monitoring system pressure on
the air gauge 14 . The system back pressure must be read while the Volu-Matic 300 machine is operating
with full length and proper hose while material is being blown. Always start the adjustment with the air
bleed control valve in the fully closed position. See Fig. down below. If the air flow and pressure deliver
the desired results with the valve closed, then do nothing to the valve. As you begin to open the valve, air
is bled o from the exit of the blower preventing flow of all air to the airlock feeder. As you open the
valve, be careful to not open completely during open blow or the blowing hose could clog because of
insucient air volume.
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1 FULLY CLOSED VALVE 2 FULLY OPEN VALVE
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5. To adjust the slide gate 15 , refer to the chart and select the proper setting for the material to be blown
and particular operation. Rotate the handle 8on the machine front panel clockwise to open the slide
gate. Line up the left edge of the slide gate with the desired setting on the scale 16 . The scale is
calibrated in inches of opening.
CAUTION: as you open the valve, be careful not to open completely during open blow or the blowing
hose could clog because of insucient air volume.
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6. To adjust the transmission 1 7 , refer to the chart and select an appropriate gear for material and type of
operation. Shift the lever 18 into gear in accordance with decal instructions on the machine front panel.
Since the transmission is not synchronous, it may be necessary to pull the gears through by hand using
the pulley 19 so that gears mesh allowing you to change them. This should never be attempted or gears
shifted while the machine is operating.
WARNING: Never attempt to change gears while the Volu-Matic 300 machine is in operation. Always
change gears when the machine is completely shut down. Failure to do so can result in serious personal
injuries or a severely damaged transmission.
Gears Decal Instructions
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