lev-co Air Pod III User manual

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OWNERS MANUAL
Model AIR POD™ FREE STANDING AMBIENT AIR CLEANERS
INTRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
UNPACKING
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
REPLACEMENT PARTS
TROUBLESHOOTING
MOTOR TROUBLE GUIDE
***IMPORTANT***
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS RELATING TO WORKER SAFETY. READ AND SAVE
THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND COMPLY AS DIRECTED. ALL THE POTENTIAL HAZARDS OF DUST AND MIST
CONTROL SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO LIST; THEREFORE, OBTAIN THE SERVICES OF A
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER. A FIRE PROTECTION EXPERT SHOULD BE OBTAINED IN THE EVENT THE
PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USES WHICH PRESENT A POTENTIAL RISK OF FIRE OR FIRE PROPAGATION.
REFER TO APPROPRIATE AUTHORITIES, AND DISCUSS YOUR INTENDED USE WITH YOUR LOCAL
DISTRIBUTOR OR LEV-CO. WORKERS HANDLING EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEMS SHOULD BE INSTRUCTED ON THE
PROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
AIR POD I
TM
AIR POD III
TM
AIR POD II
AIR POD IIA
TM
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ALWAYS USE LEV-COREPLACEMENT PARTS AND FILTERS TO MAINTAIN WARRANTY.
TO ORDER SPARE PARTS: CONTACT YOUR LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE, OR
The Local Exhaust and Ventilation Company 
1050 Brock Road, Unit 22-24
Pickering, Ontario L1W 3X4
Phone [phone] FAX [phone]
E-MAIL: [email protected]
INTERNET: http://www.lev-co.com/
Inspect your LEV-CO unit for shipping damage immediately upon receipt. Damaged carton(s), broken
crate(s), etc. are indications that the unit may have been damaged in shipment. It is also possible shipping damage
may be concealed and not noticed until the unit is installed and in operation. If any damage is found, notify your
delivery carrier at once and enter a claim. Claims must be filed within 15 consecutive days of receipt of shipment.
FREIGHT DAMAGE CLAIMS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
PURCHASER, NOT LEV-CO

.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Safety......................................................................................................................................... 4
2. LEV-CO®Sets the Standard ................................................................................................ 5
3. Applications ............................................................................................................................. 5
4. Specifications - Model Air Pod I........................................................................................ 6
Model Air Pod IIA.................................................................................. 7
Models Air Pod II and Air Pod III .................................................. 8
5. Inspection ................................................................................................................................. 9
6. Preparation and Installation ................................................................................................. 9
7. Optional Pressure Gauge Installation.................................................................................. 9
8. Electrical................................................................................................................................... 11
Single Phase .............................................................................................................. 11
Three Phase .............................................................................................................. 12
BI Blower .................................................................................................................. 13
8. Blower Rotation – Three Phase ............................................................................................ 13
9. Operation ................................................................................................................................. 14
10. Filter Maintenance................................................................................................................... 14
Filter Service ............................................................................................................. 15
Filter Replacement ................................................................................................... 15
AD Module - Refillable ............................................................................................ 16
AD Module – Disposable Charcoal/Poly Pad....................................................... 16
11. Other Service ................................................................................................................................ 17
12. Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................................... 18
13. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 20
14. Notes............................................................................................................................................... 21
15. Appendix ....................................................................................................................................... 22

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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL YOUR MODEL AIR
POD FREE STANDING AMBIENT AIR CLEANER. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
SAFETY RULES
Follow all electrical and safety codes as well as the National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). All electrical connections and wiring
should be performed by qualified personnel only.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards require specific duct design and dust collector
configuration when collecting potentially reactive metal dusts, such as aluminum and magnesium, and other
materials. NFPA also covers other dusts such as grain, plastics, etc. A guideline for determining the precautions to
be taken can be found in NFPA 497. Other NFPA standards may apply to your specific application. Consult current
NFPA standards, available from NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA, 02169, 1-800-344-3555, for applicable
safeguards which may be required for the Installation, Operation, and Service of this product. Fire suppression
equipment provided by others.
Additional references are the Uniform Building Code and Uniform Mechanical Code.
WARNING
APPLICATION OF AIR CLEANING EQUIPMENT:
1. Under no condition should burning cigarettes or any burning object such as metal sparks be allowed into the inlet
areas of the Air Pod ambient Air Cleaner.
2. Always disconnect unit from power source before inspecting or servicing.

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LEV-CO ® SETS THE STANDARD
The new Air Pod ambient air cleaner provides manufacturing, processing, vocational, and warehousing
facilities with a dust collection system more efficient than conventional ceiling hung air cleaners and is offered in
three distinct sizes.
How does this work? Most dusts are heavier than air and thus, are effective by gravity. Most dusts that do
suspend in air do so from turbulence in the work area, i.e. fans, blowers, door openings, or process tools such as
grinders. Ceiling hung units rely on the dirt being stirred until it reaches an upper level plateau generated by the
normal air stream of the plant and/or the suspended air cleaners. (Suspended air cleaners work best on very light
materials such as smoke.)
The Air Pod uses the cooler, heavier air at floor level to a mechanical advantage in capturing the dust. The cooler
floor air is sucked in on four sides, cleaned and discharged vertically into the work area. This cooler, cleaned air
then disperses in a random airflow pattern, which settles or causes an acceleration of the downward velocity of the
suspended particles as the cool air drives the dust/dirt particles lower to be picked back up by the Air Pod. By
having the units at the worker level, the dust will be collected faster, providing a better work environment for your
worker’s health and well-being.
The heart of the Air Pod is its design and use of the high dirt holding capacity of the 6” deep MERV 11 filters
with 98% contaminant arrestance of 1.0 – 3.0 micron at 95% efficiency.
The Air Pod I & II A come with a 110/1/60 direct drive forward curve blower assembly and the Air Pod II and
Air Pod III come standard with a 3 HP TEFC motor and backward-inclined, Class II, non-sparking blower in an
acoustic lined blower compartment.
Options for the Air Pod include a variety of filter options such as: MERV 14 or MERV 17 washable
synthetic filters, or AD modules in place of the standard filters, or polyester pre-filters (highly recommended for
buffing), and pressure gauge.
APPLICATIONS
The unique filter design allows for the collection of air born contaminates with low face velocity filters while
maintaining a high dirt loading capacity.
Applications include:
Buffing – Grinding – Sanding - Metal – Wood – Composites - Solid surface preparation
Manufacturing – Processing – Warehousing – Vocational

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SPECIFICATIONS*: MODEL AIR POD I AMBIENT AIR CLEANER
(*) LEV-CO has a policy of continuous research and improvement, and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice.
STD DIM: 31.00" W x 31.00"D x 54.50" H [0.79 m W x 0.79 m D x 1.38 m H]
WEIGHT: 192 lbs. [87 kg]
CONSTRUCTION: The Air Pod air filtration module is constructed of 16 gauge all welded, zinc-coated steel,
finished with Powder-Coat finish. Includes 5” casters, 10’ power cord and an acoustic lined blower compartment.
NOISE LEVEL: 66 dBA @ 5' (High); 65 dBA @ 5’ (Low)
AIRFLOW: 2500 CFM
ELECTRICAL:
Standard Motor: 3/4 HP, 115/1/60, 11.4 amps, with 10’ power cord and off/on toggle switch on top of unit.
BLOWER: 2-speed forward curve
FILTRATION:
STANDARD OPTIONS
1st Stage: (4) 24 x 24 x 6 MERV 11 (See Table under filter options)
Figure 1.

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SPECIFICATIONS*: MODEL AIR POD IIA AMBIENT AIR CLEANER
(*) LEV-CO has a policy of continuous research and improvement, and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice.
STD DIM: 31.00" W x 31.00"D x 72.00" H [0.79 m W x 0.79 m D x 1.83 m H]
WEIGHT: 248 lb. (max.) [113 kg]
CONSTRUCTION: The Air Pod air filtration module is constructed of 16 gauge all welded, zinc-coated steel,
finished with Powder-Coat finish. Includes a 10’ power cord, an acoustic lined blower compartment, and a floor
stand.
NOISE LEVEL: 64 dBA @ 5' (High & Low)
AIRFLOW: 2500 CFM
ELECTRICAL:
Standard Motor: 3/4 HP, 115/1/60, 11.4 amps, with 10’ power cord and off/on toggle switch on top of unit.
BLOWER: 2-speed forward curve
FILTRATION:
STANDARD OPTIONS
1st Stage: (8) 24 x 24 x 6 Merv 11 (See Table under filter options)
Figure 2.

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SPECIFICATIONS*: MODEL AIR POD II & AIR POD III AMBIENT AIR CLEANER
(*) LEV-CO has a policy of continuous research and improvement, and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice.
AIR POD II STD DIM: 31.00" W x 31.00"D x 76.00" H [0.79 m W x 0.79 m D x 1.93 m H]
AIR POD III STD DIM: 31.00" W x 31.00"D x 100.00" H [0.79 m W x 0.79 m D x 2.54 m H]
WEIGHT, AIR POD II: 310 lb. [141 kg]
WEIGHT, AIR POD III: 365 lb. [166 kg]
CONSTRUCTION: The Air Pod air filtration module is constructed of 16 gauge all welded, zinc-coated steel,
finished with Powder-Coat finish. Includes floor stand and an acoustic lined blower compartment.
NOISE LEVEL: 77 dBA
AIRFLOW: 5000 CFM
ELECTRICAL:
Standard Motor: 3 HP, 208-230/460/3/60 @ 7.8 – 7.2/4.0 A
Optional Motors: 3 HP, 230/1/60 @ 11.7 A
Motor starting device required - not supplied as standard equipment.
Wiring terminated inside motor junction box.
BLOWER: Backward incline, direct drive with aluminum cone.
FILTRATION:
STANDARD OPTIONS
1st Stage: (8) 24 x 24 x 6 MERV 11 (AIR POD II) (See Table under filter options)
(12) 24 x 24 x 6 MERV 11 (AIR POD III)
Figure 2

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Figure 4.
Minihelic pressure gauge.
Figure 5.
Panel mounting bracket with gauge.
INSPECTION AND UNPACKING
Inspect your LEV-CO unit for shipping damage immediately upon receipt. Damaged carton(s), broken crate(s),
etc. are indications that the unit may have been damaged in shipment. It is also possible shipping damage may be
concealed and not noticed until the unit is installed and in operation. If any damage is found, notify your delivery
carrier at once and enter a claim. Claims must be filed within 15 consecutive days of receipt of shipment. FREIGHT
DAMAGE CLAIMS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER, NOT LEV-CO.
PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION
After initial inspection for shipping damage, check the filter and motor/blower compartments for any
packing materials and remove. The following sections discuss both physical installation and electrical
connections.
OPTIONAL PRESSURE GAUGE INSTALLATION
To mount an optional PG-3 minihelic pressure gauge (Figure 4) onto an Air Pod air cleaner, please refer to the steps
and illustrations below. The gauge can either be mounted flush, which requires drilling a 2 5/8” hole, or onto a panel
mounting bracket (see Figure 5) which is then mounted to the unit. Directions are provided for both. Please refer to
the Dwyer bulletin provided with the gauge for instructions on securing the gauge, whether flush mounted or bracket
mounted.
1. Shown below, in Figure 6, are the suggested gauge locations for each Pod configuration, (flush mount
shown). Note: On the Air Pod II & III, the gauge is low in the cabinet to keep the tubing from interfering with the
blower wheel.
2. Disconnect power to the unit.
Figure 6.

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Figure 7.
Figure 8.
Figure 10.
Figure 9.
FLUSH MOUNT
3. Drill a 2 5/8” hole in the desired location for the gauge. Be sure to cut away any silencing material
inside the cabinet first. Install the pressure gauge and gasket using the supplied bracket (not shown)
according to the directions included with the gauge.
4. Drill a 7/16” hole next to the gauge (see Figure 6) for the high port and install the provided hose
barb as shown in View AA, Figure 7.
5. Run clear tubing (supplied) from the “Hi” port of the gauge to the hosebarb. Skip to Step #8.
BRACKET MOUNT
6. Before securing the mounting bracket, Figure 8, drill a 3/8” hole for the low port connection directly behind where the
gauge will locate. Install grommet. No hole will be needed for the high port as the port on the gauge will be left open to
the ambient air.
7. Secure the mounting bracket (with gauge) to the cabinet so the low port hole is directly behind the gauge. Use (4) #8 self-
drilling tek screws, provided.
8. Low Port Installation - Air Pod I & IIA (Figure 9):
Drill a 3/8” hole in the approximate location on the top panel (shown less silencer) as shown in Figure 9 and install
grommet provided.
Air Pod II & III (Figure 10):
Drill a 3/8” hole in the cone, directly behind the gauge and approximately 1” up from the bottom of the cone and
install grommet provided, see Figure 10.

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9. Run clear tubing (supplied) from the “Low” port of the gauge through the installed grommet(s).
NOTE: Spray some WD-40 on the clear tubing to ease penetration thru the grommet.
10. Reference “Filter Service” for reading of gauge.
11. Re-connect power to the unit.
ELECTRICAL
All Air Pod 115V, single-phase units, have a toggle switch located on the top of the unit. The 230/1 phase
and all three-phase units have the wiring terminated inside of a junction box located on the end of the unit unless
specially ordered otherwise. The electrician to the line side of the end user power supply must connect the
wires extending from the junction box. Motor starters and disconnects are not supplied with the unit, unless
ordered as an option. If these devices are user supplied, they must meet local and National Electrical Code
standards and recommendations. Motors are typically of the multiple voltage type (e.g. 115/230 or 208/230/480).
Make sure connections in motor junction box correspond to the line voltage you plan to use. Motor starters
(manual or magnetic type) must have properly sized thermal overloads for the voltage and current required for the
motor.
Motor checkout should be performed with the unit running and all filters in place. Be sure that the motor current
readings are equal to or below motor nameplate rating. These specifications can be found on the motor itself or are
provided in the Specifications Section of this manual.
WARNING
BE SURE THAT SOURCE POWER HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED AND LOCKED OUT BEFORE
ELECTRICALLY CONNECTING THE UNIT.
SINGLE PHASE MOTOR - AIR POD I and AIR POD IIA
Models Air Pod I and Air Pod IIA come standard with a power cord suitable for plugging into a standard 3-wire,
115 Volt AC, single phase grounded outlet, and draws 10 Amps of current. The outlet must have this much current
available. The standard motor used in the Air Pod I and Air Pod IIA is a two speed, 115 Volt, 3/4 HP, single phase,
as shown in the wiring schematic in Figure 11. (Note: Toggle switch chart corresponds with Figure 11.) The motor
is also available in 208/230 volt and 460 volt single phase configurations, shown
in Figure 12.
Figure 11.
Wiring schematic and toggle switch
chart for 115V, single phase.
Figure 12.
Wiring schematic for 230V
or 460V, single phase.

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THREE PHASE MOTOR - AIR POD II and AIR POD III
The Model Air Pod II and Air Pod III are three phase units with the wiring terminated inside of the motor
junction box. Motor starters and disconnects are not supplied with the unit unless purchased as an option. Any
customer supplied device must meet local and National Electrical Code. Motors are typically multiple voltage
(208/230/460, 3 phase). Make sure connections in the motor junction box correspond to the line voltage you plan
to use. A voltage rating label is attached to the cabinet near the junction box to indicate the configured unit voltage.
Motor starters (manual or magnetic type) must have properly sized thermal overloads for the voltage and current
required plus start-stop capability. Three phase motors do not have overload protection included in the standard
configuration and must be supplied by the end user, see Figure 13.
All units are required to have a motor voltage and current check performed at startup. Measured
motor current readings should be equal to or below the motor name-plate rating. These specifications can be
found on the motor name-plate or in the specifications section of this manual. If the motor current does not fall
below the Full Load Amp Rating (FLA), refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING Section of this manual.
OPERATING THE MOTOR WITHOUT OVERLOAD PROTECTION WILL VOID THE MOTOR
WARRANTY.
Figure 13.
Typical 3connection w/details of main disconnect & motor starter shown.

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Figure 17.
BI BLOWER
The BI motor (Figure 14) requires little or no routine servicing. The motor, blower wheel,
and motor compartment gaskets should be checked twice a year under normal usage.
It is very important that the blower wheel be aligned correctly to prevent interference
with the inlet horn and also to maximize the air flow performance. Adjust the height above the
inlet cone to match Figure 15, then tighten the set screws on the blower wheel, refer to Figure
16.
BLOWER ROTATION – THREE-PHASE
A. On the three phase models, the motor can rotate in either direction, and the fan
will pump air in the same direction, although the flow is reduced and the noise is
increased when the motor is not rotating in the proper direction. For maximum
suction and airflow, the blower/motor should be turning in a clockwise direction
when viewed from the MOTOR END of the unit, see Figure 17.
B. To verify the correct rotation, switch the blower ON momentarily. Note the
rotation of the blower wheel, using an inspection mirror if necessary, and make
sure the motor is turning clockwise, or corresponds to the arrow on the blower
housing. CAUTION: Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into motor area
when wheel is turning.
C. Rotation can be changed by re-wiring the internal motor hookup. This
can be done by reversing any two of the 3 incoming electrical wires at the motor
junction box.
D. Check motor current with unit running and all filters in place. The current
should be at or below nameplate full load amp rating. If not, refer to
Troubleshooting Guide in Appendix.
Figure 15.
Figure 16.
Bottom view.
Figure 14.

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OPERATION
Operation of any Air Pod model is very straightforward. Place the unit in the desired work area and arrange it so
that no equipment will come into contact with the unit and/or power cords. Switch the unit ON as required.
FILTER MAINTENANCE
The Air Pod 6” wide filter slots may be used for many filter combinations, see Table 1 below. The most
common use is the single stage, 6” pleated, MERV 11, box filter that has approximately 42 square feet of filter
media. Another variation is the 2” MERV 11, which can be stacked three wide in each filter slot. With this
combination, the first filter collects most of the contaminant, thereby giving the second filter increased filter
efficiency due to the collected material that has accumulated on the first. The outer, contaminated filter can then be
discarded and the new replacement filter can then be installed in the inside (or last) position. This approach will
maximize filter and cost effectiveness. Other filter combinations include a 2” pre-filter followed by a 4” MERV 14
or MERV 17 filter. Adsorption filters may be used that include poly media that is impregnated with activated
carbon or a refillable media module that holds as much as twenty-five pounds of activated carbon or other
adsorption media. In most cases, adsorption media requires a dust filter in front to filter particulate contaminant,
and a poly filter behind the carbon to catch extraneous carbon dust.
TABLE 1
A
irpod I Airpod II
A
irpod III
Quantity Quantity Quantity
STANDARD Filter, Pleated. (24" x 24" x 6"). MERV 11. 48 12
OPTION A: Filter, Pleated. (24" x 24" x 2"). MERV 11.Three stage. 12 24 36
OPTION B: Poly Pre-Filter w/Spring Loaded Frame. (24" x 24" x 2"). 48 12
Filter, Pleated. (24" x 24" x 2"). MERV 11. 816 24
OPTION C: Poly Pre-Filter w/Spring Loaded Frame. (24" x 24" x 2"). 48 12
Filter, Pleated. (24" x 24" x 4"). MERV 11. 48 12
OPTION D: Poly Pre-Filter w/Spring Loaded Frame. (24" x 24" x 2"). 48 12
Filter, Mini-Pleat. (24" x 24" x 4"). MERV 11. (122 Sq. ft) 48 12
OPTION E: Poly Pre-Filter w/Spring Loaded Frame. (24" x 24" x 2"). 48 12
HEPA, 99.97% filter, metal frame. (24" x 24" x 4 ") MERV 17. 48 12
Rated 1500 cfm.
OPTION F: Poly Pre-Filter w/Spring Loaded Frame. (24" x 24" x 2"). 48 12
Filter, pleated. (24" x 24" x 4"). MERV 14, Synethic, Washable. 48 12
(122 Sq. ft)
OPTION G: Poly Pre-Filter w/Spring Loaded Frame. (24" x 24" x 2"). 48 12
Refillable modules. (24" x 24" x 3"). Holds 25 lbs. of charcoal. 48 12
Poly After-Filter. (24" x 24" x 1") filter w/Plastic Frame. 48 12
OPTION H: Poly Pre-Filter w/Spring Loaded Frame. (24" x 24" x 2"). 48 12
Charcoal Filter, Impregnated. (24" x 24" x 2").
8
16
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FILTER PACKAGE SET CONFIGURATIONS

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Figure 19.
Figure 20.
Airflow.
FILTER SERVICE
Filter service is required when a reduction of airflow (suction) is observed. The optional
pressure gauge (Figure 18) is used to judge the amount of particulate collected on the filter.
In most applications, a reading of 2.0” is typical of when the filter(s) should be replaced.
FILTER REPLACEMENT
To replace the filters, follow the instructions listed below.
1. Turn unit OFF and let motor/blower come to a complete stop. Lock out power source.
2. Grasp the filter frame and carefully pull the filter out of the unit, see Figure 19. Repeat for all remaining filters.
ALWAYS WEAR PERSONAL BREATHING PROTECTION DURING FILTER REMOVAL AS DUST
MAY BE EXPELLED.
3. Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
4. Install new filters, making sure the pleats run in the vertical direction as shown in Figure 19 and that the air flow
arrows are as shown in Figure 20.
5. On units with optional filter arrangements as shown in Table 1, remember the sequence in which the new filters will
be replaced. On the pre-filter or after-filters that have the plastic frame, the polyester and/or carbon pads are simply
pulled from the frame (see Figure 23) and the new pads tucked securely back into the frames .
6. Turn unit ON.
Figure 18.

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Figure 21.
AD MODULE - REFILLABLE:
WEAR ADEQUATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE DEVICES WHEN REFILLING AS AIRBORNE
CARBON DUST IS RELEASED DURING THIS OPERATION.
AD’s are NOT factory-filled and must be filled with charcoal before unit operation. The adsorption material
(activated carbon or other) can be emptied from the module and refilled with fresh adsorber. Refer to Figure 22. It
is important to get the AD module as full as possible as any low spots or air gaps will allow the gas being captured
to by-pass or be exposed to a reduced amount of scrubbing.
1. Turn unit OFF and let motor/blower come to a complete stop.
Lock out power source.
2. First, remove the spring loaded pre-filter (see Figure 21) by
compressing the spring loaded channels (top and bottom) and
pull the filter out of the unit.
3. Then remove the AD module and take to a well ventilated area:
DUST IS RELEASED DURING THE REFILLING
OPERATION.
4. Remove cover plate (see Figure 22) and empty module
contents into a plastic bag or other approved container.
5. Refill with the new adsorber material. After initial
refilling, shake module to pack granules tightly and top off any void
before replacing cover plate.
6. Vacuum any excess carbon dust that occurs from settling during
handling. Re-install the AD. Repeat for all remaining AD modules,
7. Always dispose of the spent adsorption material in accordance
with local, state and federal regulations.
8. Re-install all filters.
9. Turn unit ON.
AD MODULE – DISPOSABLE CHARCOAL/POLY PAD:
An optional type of AD module is available which consists of a 2” wide
plastic frame with a replaceable charcoal/poly pad, see Figure 23. To
replace, just pull the old pad out from under the plastic frame then tuck a
new charcoal/poly pad back under the frame so the charcoal is to the
bottom (next to the wire screen). Always dispose of the spent
adsorption material in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations.
Figure 23.
Figure 22.

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OTHER SERVICE
Most other components of your model Air Pod ambient air cleaner require little or no routine servicing.
Items such as motors, blower wheels, and gaskets should be checked twice a year under normal usage (more
frequently under severe 24 hr-per-day usage). Clean, repair, or replace parts as necessary. Check for dirt build-up
on blower wheel and other rotating parts, which can cause imbalance and resultant vibration, noise, and short
bearing life, and clean as necessary.
Replacement parts are available from your LEV-CO distributor. The following section lists replacement
parts for the Air Pod unit.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS – AIR POD AMBIENT AIR CLEANER
Listed below are common replacement parts for the Air Pod ambient air cleaner. If a part is not listed below,
contact your local LEV-CO Distributor or LEV-CO. Refer to Figure 24 for parts illustrations.
ITEM QTY
AP I
QTY
AP IIA
& II
QTY
AP III
PART # DESCRIPTION
1 1 2 3 2AC4-9810 24” x 24” x 6” Filter frame assembly
2 1 1 1 1AC4-9814 6” Base
3 1 1 (IIA only) NA 1AC4-9825 Blower panel
4 1 1 (IIA only) NA 2AU4-9001 3/4 HP Silencer assembly
5 NA 1 (II only) 1 1AC4-9813 Motor/blower housing
6 NA 1 (II only) 1 1PN4-9823 Panel, motor box
7 NA 2 (II only) 2 1AN6-4001 Lifting angle
8 1 1 (IIA only) NA 2KT4-9801 Caster kit
9 1 1 (IIA only) NA 7BF1-0101 Blower
10 1 1 (IIA only) NA 7MM5-6101 3/4 HP motor, 115/1/60, Std.
10 NA 1 (II only) 1 7MT4-6308 3 HP, 208-230/460/3/60, Std
11 NA 1 (II only) 1 7BW1-8101 Blower wheel
12 NA 1 (II only) 1 7PT6-1001 1/4” Square Key stock
13 NA 1 (II only) 1 5MP7-9830 Inlet Cone
14 1 1 (IIA only) NA 7EG1-3010 Capacitor, 10 MFD, 370V
15 1 1 (IIA only) NA 7PC3-4002 Power cord, 10’, 13A
16 1 1 (IIA only) NA 7ER2-1002 Off/on switch
17 7FP1-1642 Pleated Filter, 24”x 24”x 6”, MERV 11, Std.
17 7FP1-1214 Pleated Filter, 24”x 24”x 2”, MERV 11, Opt.
17 7FP1-1427 Pleated Filter, 24”x 24”x 4”, MERV 11, Opt.
17 7FP1-1412 Puracell Filter, 24”x 24”x 4”, MERV 11, 122 sf., Opt.
17 7FP1-4412 Puracell Filter, 24”x 24”x 4”, MERV 14, 122 sf., Opt.
17 7FP1-4505 Pleated Filter, 24”x 24”x 4”, MERV 14, washable, Opt.
17 7FJ9-9005 99.97% HEPA, 24”x 24”x 4”, MERV 17, Opt.
18 2AF7-9865 Poly Filter w/spring loaded frame, 24”x 24”x 2”, Opt.
18a 2AZ1-0006 Poly refill, 1”, Opt.
19 2AF7-9001 Charcoal Filter, refillable, 3”, Opt.
19 2FC7-5604 Charcoal Fltr, plastic frame w/throw away pad, 2”, Opt.
19a 7FC7-5604 Charcoal Pad refill, Opt.
20 2AF1-9002 Poly Filter with 1” plastic frame, Opt.
20a 2AZ1-0006 Poly refill, 1”, Opt.
20 2AF2-9003 Poly Filter with 2” plastic frame, Opt.
20a
REFER TO TABLE 1
UNDER FILTER
MAINTENANCE FOR
CONFIGURATIONS
AND QUANTITIES
(NOT EVERY
CONFIGURATION IS
LISTED)
2AZ2-0004 Poly refill, 2”, Opt.
N/S 1 1 1 2PG3-APOD 0-3” Minihelic pressure gauge kit, Opt.

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Figure 24.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
The troubleshooting guide included in this manual is for qualified personnel only. A Motor Trouble Guide is included in
Appendix A. If the unit does not function properly after following the guidelines in this manual, consult a LEV-CO Representative for
further help.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Motor won't operate. Motor overload.
Failed motor.
Starter failure.
No input voltage.
Too much airflow.
Be sure filters are installed
before running.
Replace motor.
Check amps to ensure
proper operation.
Check overload reset.
Check magnetic coil for
failure.
Check circuit breaker.
2. Motor runs, then trips
out overload or blows
fuses.
Voltage source
inadequate.
Static load on blower
too low
Check voltage at motor with
motor running. Voltage
should be +/- 10% of motor
rating. If not, check:
1. Power source
2. Wire size from source
Check running amps of
motor. If at or below amps
indicated on unit nameplate,
check fuse size or overload
sizing/adjustment.
Make sure all filters are in
place.
3. Low air flow. Motor running
backwards.
Filter plugged .
Motor running slow.
Check rotation.
Clean filter
Check line voltage
Check motor current
4. Low Efficiency. Air by-pass.
Filter efficiency too
low.
Check filter gaskets.
Use higher efficiency filter
or afterfilter.
5. Excessive noise. Motor running
backwards.
Locking collar loose
on shaft.
Foreign material
inside blower.
Damaged fan blade.
Motor or motor base
not securely
anchored.
Change input line wires.
Tighten set screws, check
wheel position. Inspect and
repair blower.
Replace fan wheel.
Check bolts and tighten.