Patron FA-8 User manual

FA-8 8” AXIAL FAN
PRODUCT MANUAL
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IMPORTANT
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE USE.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS AIR MOVER!
DO NOT allow minors to operate the blower. Bystanders, children and animals should not be
allowed in the area where a blower is in use.
DO NOT improperly connect the equipment’s grouding conductor. Improper connection can
result in a risk of re, electrical shock, or personal injury.
DO NOT use an undersized wire size on electrical power cable or extension cords if used. This
will adversely limit the starting and load carrying capabilities of the motor. Always use the
minimum AWG wire size that is specied for this machine.
DO NOT operate the blower without the inlet and outlet screens properly secured and in place.
DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of
dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air ow. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all
parts of the body away from opening and moving parts.
DO NOT stand directly in front of and/or face the blower outlet. Personal injury may result from
debris being thrown from the blower fan at high velocity.
DO NOT use electrical transformer to modify or alter the motor’s frequenzy (Hz).
DO NOT place machine near ammable materials and vapors. Do not use or store this
machine with or near fuels, grain dust, solvents, thinners, or other ammable materials. Do not
use ammables to clean this machine.
DO NOT immerse or use this unit in standing water. Such use may cause electrical shock. To
avoid electrical shock do not expose the unit to rain - store it indoors only. Do not expose the
unit to freezing temperatures.
DO NOT drop or throw the unit. Treatment of this type can cause damage to the components
and create hazardous conditions.
DO ensure the blower is in its original, factory conguration and has not been modied. Any
modications may result in potentially dangerous congurations that can lead to property
damage and/or personal injury. As well as voiding the manufacturer’s warranty.
DO only use PATRON approved replacement parts to repair / replace parts on this machine.

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DO wear study and snug tting clothing. Never wear loose tting clothing or anything that
could become caught on controls and moving parts. Wear long pants to protect legs. To
improve your grip and protect your hands, wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves. DO wear steel-
toad safety boots with non-slip shoes. Sneakers or other smiliar type shoes do not provide
adequate protection.
DO wear an approved safety hard hat. Noise generated by the blower may damage your
hearing. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufers). Continuous and regular operators
should have their hearing checked regularly.
DO a visual inspection of the blower and check for damged, worn, loose, and/or broken parts.
Ensure all safety devices are operable and information decals are readable. Check to see the
blower and all related accessories are in good mechanical condition before use.
DO verify that the blower uses appropriate electrical cord and NEMA plug. For maximum pro-
tection against electrical shock, use a circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI). Electrically drive blowers (A.C.), are designed to operate ONLY from a
grounded 115 volt AC, 60Hz single-phase power source.
DO place the blower on secure footing to prevent it from shifting while in use. Such movement
can cause injury to the operator(s) or damage the blower itself.
DO turn off all controls before unplugging.

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OPERATION:
Blower comes completely assembled and ready to operate. Inspect all components for any
damage that may occur during shipping. Plug blower into a standard grounded outlet with the
correct voltage and amperage. If you are unsure about the outlet, contact your supervisor. Turn
on the switch and check that the unit operates properly before operation.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS:
This machine must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualied electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the machine if it will not t the
outlet; have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician. This machine is designed to
operate on a standard 15 AMP, 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC Circuit. Voltage below 105 Volt AC or
above 125 Volts AC could cause serious damage to the motor.
EXTENSION CORDS:
Use only three-wire 12/3 or larger gauge approved extension cords that have three-prong
grounding type plugs and three-pole receptacles that accept the machine’s plug. Replace or
repair any damaged cords or plugs.
MAINTENANCE:
Inspect the electrical cord and wiring for damage discoloration.
Inspect for loose fasterners.
Clean screens on the side and front of the unit.
Turn on unit and listen for abnormal sounds.
Keep polythelene chassis clean.
Use compressed air or a vacuum to remove lint and other debris from the motor, screen and
blower wheel. Do not use a pressure washer to clean the unit.

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TROUBLESHOOTING:
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Unit will not turn
on.
1. No power to unit.
2. Switch not on.
3. Switch is faulty.
4. Faulty/broken cord or motor wire
1. Plug unit in. Check circuit breaker.
2. Place in “ON” position.
3. Replace switch.
4. Perform continuity check, using
volt/amp meter. Repair/replace
broken wire.
Unit runs but fan
makes loud
scraping noise.
1. Unit has been severely dislodged
causing fan to rub against housing /
vane motor mount.
2. Vane motor mount has been severely
deformed.
1. Remove wire grill and reinstall or
replace fan blade.
2. Reinstall or replace Vane motor
mount.
Unit runs but
vibrates
excessively.
1. Dislodging has bent motor position
causing unit to be out of balance.
2. Motor is damaged.
1. Reinstall motor with new mounts.
2. Replace Motor.
Unit runs but
motor does not
turn.
1. Motor bearings are failing or motor
has developed an internal electrical fault.
2. Intake grill and/or exhaust grill
obstructed.
1. Remove and replace motor.
2. Remove obstruction.

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PARTS DIAGRAM:
6
3
8
79
10
11 12 13
14
15
1
2
4
5
16
ITEM
NUMBER
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM NUMBER
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1F1034 WIRE GRILLS INLET 1
2F1035 WIRE GRILLS OUTLET 1
3F1036 PLASTIC CASING 1
4F1037 AC MOTOR 1
5F1038 VANE MOTOR MOUNT 1
6F1039 FAN BLADE 1
7F1040 RIVET 4
8F1024 RUBBER FOOT 4
10 F1026 NUT, HEX 1
11 F1027 GASKET 1
12 F1028 SWITCH PLATE 1
13 F1004 STRAIN RELIEF 1
14 F1030 SWITCH ASSEMBLY 1
15 F1031 POWER CORD 1
16 F1056 CLIP 4
17
9F1042 CAPACITOR 1
17F1058CIRCUIT PROTECTOR 1

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LIMITED WARRANTY:
PATRON air mover products are professional construction air movers. They are warranted for
twelve (12) months from original date of purchase. The warranty does not cover products
modied outside our factory, damage or failure caused by acts of God, abuse, misuse, use on
other than rated voltage, abnormal usage, faulty or improper installation, failure to provide
recommended maintenance or any repairs other than those provided by an authorized
PATRON service.
THERE ARE NO OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF PATRON PRODUCTS
INC. FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH
THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR OTHER INDIRECT DAMAGES
WITH RESPECT TO LOSS OF PROPERTY, REVENUES, OR PROFIT, OR COST OF
REMOVAL, INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION.
THIS WARRANTY CONSTITUTES THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF ANY PURCHASER OF
EQUIPMENT SOLD BY THE MANUFACTURER AND ITS DEALERS AND DISTRIBUTORS
AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
During the warranty period, Patron Products will, at its sole option, repair or replace any
defective parts or products returned, freight prepaid, to Patron Products or such other location
as Patron Products may designate.
Returned products must be packaged carefully, and Patron Products shall not be responsible
for damage in transit. When returning parts, the owner must provide the model number of the
product and the nature of difculty being experienced. This warranty does not oblige Patron
Products to bear the cost of labour in replacing any assembly, unit or component or part
thereof, nor does the company assume any liability for secondary charges, expenses of
removal or installing, freight or damages. There will be charges rendered for product repair
after our warranty period has expired. Proof of purchase, including date, must accompany
request for in-warranty service.
TECHINICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
FA-8 8” AXIAL FAN
CERTIFICATION cETLus WEIGHT 17lbs
HP 1/3HP CORD LENGTH 15FT
VOLTS 115V AWG 18 AWG 3-Prong
CYCLE 60 Hz CFM FREE AIR 1100
RPM 3450 CFM ONE 90° Bend 600
AMPS 2.1 CFM TWO 90° Bend 400

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