Condux Gulfstream 350e Instruction Manual
Gulfstream™ 350e
USER'S GUIDE & SAFETY MANUAL
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Read and understand all procedures and safety instructions before using the Gulfstream™ 350e. Observe all safety
information on this page and note specific safety requirements as explained by procedures in this manual. Failure
to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury or death.
Important Safety Notice
ADVERTENCIA:
Favor de leer y comprender todas las instucciones de operación y seguridad antes de usar la máquina. Si Ud. no
comprende las instrucciones favor de consultarle a su jefe.
If you have questions on:
SAFETY - OPERATIONS - APPLICATIONS
U.S. CALL 1-800-533-2077
EU Call your Local Representative
Save this user’s guide for future reference.
COMMUNICATIONS WITH THE MANUFACTURER
For any information related to the machine (use, maintenance, spare parts) always state Model, Serial Number, and
Manufacturing Year. This data can be found in the machine identification table.
Manufacturer:
Condux International Inc.
145 Kingswood Drive
Mankato, MN United States 56001
1-507-387-6576
Fax 1-507-387-1442
Internet: http://www.condux.com
E-mail: cndxinf[email protected]
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Table of Contents
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General Information .....................................................................................6-7
Technical Information ....................................................................................8-9
A. Condition of Use .................................................................................8
B. Air Compressor Requirements ......................................................................8
C. Operational Capacities ............................................................................8
D. Power Requirements .............................................................................8
E. Physical Specifications.............................................................................8
F. Acoustic Emission.................................................................................8
G. Belt Drive Specifications...........................................................................8
H. Conduit Coupling Requirements ..................................................................8-9
Safe Operating Procedures ..................................................................................9
A. Work Area Safety ................................................................................9
B. Pneumatic Devices ...............................................................................9
C. Electric Devices ..................................................................................9
Unpacking the Gulfstream™ 350e ...........................................................................10
A. Blower Components .............................................................................10
Set Up the Blower ........................................................................................11
Set Up for E Recording .................................................................................12-15
Download to USB with No Tablet.........................................................................16-17
Download with Tablet ..................................................................................18-25
Cable Crash Test.......................................................................................26-29
Pressure Test Conduit ..................................................................................30-35
Prepare Conduit for Proof & Prepare Conduit for Install......................................................36-39
Prepare Cable for Traditional Duct........................................................................40-42
Prepare Cable for Micro Duct...............................................................................43
Blower Operating Instructions ..............................................................................44
A. Final Inspection .................................................................................44
B. Observer at Exit Pit ..............................................................................44
C. Notify .........................................................................................44
D. Operation...................................................................................44-45
Preparation for Storage....................................................................................46
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B. Remove Cable from Blower .......................................................................46
C. Separate Unit from Conduit .......................................................................46
Maintenance ............................................................................................47
A. Belt Drive Cleaning ..............................................................................47
B. Motor Maintenance .............................................................................47
C. Change Belts ...................................................................................47
D. Grease ........................................................................................47
Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................................48
Warranty Information .....................................................................................49
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to be received by the machine. The conduit must be made from HDPE material to
pressure of 215 psi (15 bar). For this purpose, connectors of screw, compression or
from 5/32" (4 mm) to 5/8" (16 mm) diameter can be accepted by the machine.
TRADITIONAL DUCT
in behind the carrier causing it to be forced through the conduit. As the carrier moves
conduit and reduces the magnitude of the pulling forces needed to carry the leading
end through. Special lubricants are used to make it easier for the carrier to pass through
the conduit.
MICRO DUCT
pushing force. The pulling force is achieved when pressurized air is fed into the air block
The pushing force is created by engaging the tractor drive system. As the tractor drive
The exit of the machine consists of an air box (Figure 65) that is made in two halves that
clamp together. The air box contains special removable seals (Figure 82) on entry and
the air block. A clamp located in front of the entrance to the air block holds the conduit
seals located in an aluminum venturi that splits in half. The aluminum venturi is located
the space between the seals on entry and exit.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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other than the ones described in this manual will result in improper use and relieves the manufacturer
from any responsibility, civil or penal. The manufacturer’s responsibility declines even when one of the
following happens:
b. The use of inappropriate spare parts.
c. Inadequate maintenance.
d. Use with bypassed safety devices.
machines.
Comprised of an air block and a tractor drive that, when combined with an air compressor , will propel
The Gulfstream™ 350e comes standard with case, digital counter, and common parts kit (Figure 2 and 3).
GENERAL MACHINE USE
b. Machine must only be used for the work it was designed for.
d. Should there be any doubt concerning use, maintenance or anything else, please contact the factory or
authorized Condux Supplier.
OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
loose clothes, hanging jewelry or whatever might become entangled in the moving parts.
d. Operator must have work area kept clean of obstacles that might inhibit a safeworking area.
MAINTENANCE QUALIFICATION
a. All of the machine maintenance must be carried out with the machine on a level surface and not
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2. A. CONDITION OF USE
Temperature from 21° F ( -6° C) to 110° F (+43° C)Humidity from 30% to 90% +/- 5%
the work site, minimum 200 lux
B. AIR COMPRESSOR REQUIREMENTS
• Required Flow Capacity: 35 SCFM(1 m3/min) to 375 SCFM (11 m3/min)
• Conduit Size: 8 mm-1.25" (42mm) OD
C. OPERATIONAL CAPACITIES
• Pushing Force: 70lbs (310 N) maximum
• Cable Sizes: .1575" to .6299" (4 mm to 16 mm)
• Conduit Sizes: 3/4" - 1.25 " 8 mm, 8.5 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 12.7 mm, 14 mm,
16 mm, 18 mm, 25 mm, 27 mm, 32 mm, 36 mm, 37 mm, 40 mm, 42 mm
D. POWER REQUIREMENTS
INTL Equivalent to above for the country you are located
E. PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Height: 11.8" (300 mm) • Weight: 56 lbs (28 Kg)
• Length: 23" (338 mm) • Weight with case: 76 lbs (34 Kg)
• Width: 13.3" (338 mm)
F. ACOUSTIC EMISSION
• Level of max. sound pressure to the operator seat (ISO 11202) Lep=85 dB(A)
• Maximum pushing force: 70 lbs (310 N), depending on cable diameter
• Side guards.
• Adjustable air clamp force 0 - 12.5 lbs/in(2.2 N/mm)
H. CONDUIT COUPLING REQUIREMENTS
• Must withstand maximum air pressure of 215 psi (15 bar).
• Must be screw type, compression type, or fusion type.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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H. CONDUIT COUPLING REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)
• Conduit must be fully seated into the coupler.
• Must be same size as conduit.
requirements as explained by procedures called out in this manual. Failure to follow
A. WORK AREA SAFETY
leather work gloves.
ground.
3. Stay clear of cables or lines under tension.
4. Stay clear of pressurized line and conduit.
5. Stay out of manhole while blower is in use.
6. Use the blower only for its intended purpose. Do not use the tractor drive without
the air block to push or pull cable.
7. Do not place cable reel too close to unit. Place the reel far enough away from the
unit to ensure proper control.
personnel.
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UNPACKING THE GULFSTREAM™ 350e
A. BLOWER COMPONENTS
Each Gulfstream™ 350e Package contains the following items: (Figure 2)
• User and Parts Manual
• Molded Case with Foam Insert
• Base Gulfstream™ 350e
• Common Parts Kit Which Includes: (Figure 3)
• Metric & Standard Allen Wrench Set
• Fiber Guides 4-8 mm, 8-12 mm, 12-16 mm
• 9/16 Stubby Ratchet Wrench (14.288 mm)
• Machine Screw Kit
• Allen Wrench (2.5 mm)
• Replacement Seal Kit
Figure 2. Unpacking the
Gulfstream™ 350e
Figure 3. Common Parts Kit
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SET UP THE BLOWER
IMPORTANT: The Gulfstream™ 350e must not be located below overhead gantries,
power lines or walkways where there might be a risk of falling objects. The operator
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Remove the Gulfstream™ 350e from the storage box using the handle provided on
the top of the machine (Figure 4). Place on ground or on a sturdy surface.
Figure 4. Lift out Blower with
Handle
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SET UP FOR E RECORDING
A. CONNECT 3 PIN CORD SUPPLIED TO BATTERY CLIP AND TO THE MACHINE.
B. CONNECT 8 PIN CORD TO CONTROL BOX AND MACHINE.
Charger (Dewalt DCB101) or equivalent
C. INSERT BATTERY
D. ONCE POWERED UP
1. Select Pon main screen (Figure 5)
2. Select General Setup (Figure 6)
5. Select Back Arrow (Figure 8)
Figure 5. E Recording
Main Screen
Figure 7. E Recording
Units & Language
Figure 6. E Recording
General Setup
Figure 8. E Recording
Back Button
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6. Select Duct (Figure 9)
7. Fill out info as complete as you can
8. Select Back Arrow (Figure 10)
9. Select Cable (Figure 11)
10. Fill out info as complete as you can
11. Select the back arrow (Figure 12)
Figure 9. E Recording
Duct
Figure 11. E Recording
Cable
Figure 10. E Recording
Duct Back Button
Figure 12. E Recording
Cable Back Button
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12. Select Blowing Machine/Compressor (Figure 13)
13. Fill out info as complete as you can
14. Select Back Arrow (Figure 14)
15. Select Crash (Figure 15)
16. This will be the screen you see. When you do the crash test have this
screen up and record the Current Pressure readings (Figure 16-1). Once
you have them, enter them manually into the Push Force and Clamp
Force (Figure 16-2) and hit Save to Max on both (Figure 16-3).
17. Select the back arrow (Figure 16-4).
Figure 13. Blowing Machine /
Compressor
Figure 15. Crash Test
Figure 14. Blowing Machine /
Compressor Back Button
Figure 16. Crash Test Screen
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18. Select Home. You should be back at this screen. (Figure 17)
20. Start Blowing
21. While blowing you can monitor each parameter by touching the name.
Example: Speed, Air Block, Clamp Force, Push Force.
Then go to home and hit OFF to stop recording. Hit P and note the ID for
Figure 17. Main Screen & Begin
Recording
Figure 19. E Recording
ID Reference
Figure 18. Monitor Parameters
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DOWNLOAD TO USB WITH NO TABLET
A. DOWNLOADING PULL INFORMATION TO USB
1. Select P (Figure 20)
2. Select USB (Figure 21)
3. Insert USB on side of box (Figure 22)
4. Hit Copy to USB (Figure 23)
5. Then hit the Home Icon (Figure 23)
Figure 20. Select P
Figure 21. Select USB
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Figure 22. Insert USB
Figure 23. Copy to USB
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DOWNLOAD WITH TABLET
A. DOWNDLOAD PULL INFORMATION WITH A TABLET
1. Connect tablet to the control box:
b. Go to WIFI (Figure 25)
c. Turn WIFI on (Figure 26)
d. Select GS 350 (Figure 27)
Figure 24. Select Settings
Figure 25. WIFI
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Figure 26. WIFI On
Figure 27. Select GS350
f. Connect
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a. Select the CONNECT/REFRESH tab (Figure 29)
Figure 28. Open Installation Report App
Figure 29. Run the Installation Report
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