Viking VP3000 User manual

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The Viking VP3000 Axial Air Mover features patent
pending FOCUSTM Technology. FOCUSTM Technology
revolutionizes evaporative drying by producing air
velocities greater than competitive product offerings.
This highly focused air flow is directed towards the
restoration industry’s problematic drying areas
namely, carpet and pad, sub-floor, sill plate and
walls. The Viking VP3000 Axial Air Mover with
FOCUSTM Technology sustains these air velocities
further than any other axial air mover.
The Viking VP3000 Axial Air Mover includes a
2-speed motor delivering a focused airstream of
approximately 3000 cfm and a lightweight stackable
enclosure designed to fit existing vehicle rigging,
on-board duplex GFIC outlet, circuit breaker, and
superior cord namagement.
FOCUSTM Technology Features & Benefits
Focused Air Flow •Approximately 3000 CFM air flow directed where you need it. Patent
pending FOCUSTM Technologydirects air towards the corner of walls
and floors to dry the sill plate quickly
Power Management •Operator interface conveniently located for easy access, featuring:
three-position switch, circuit breaker and GFCI outlet.
Packaged for Use •Comes “ready-to-use” in the box.
•Unique offset handle promotes ease-of-use.
•Units interlock for ease of stacking during storage and handling.
•More pleasing sound than competitive units.
Weight • Weighs 2.5 lbs less than competitive units.
Housing •Linear low density polyethylene construction.
•Unique housing and matched blade/motor result in quiet operation.
•Easily serviced.
Long-life Motor •Low bearing temperatures increase motor life.
•Permawick®Lubrication.
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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
FOCUSTM Technology Features & Benefits 1
Safety Precautions 2
Intended Application for VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER 3
Registrations 3
Specifications 3
Integrated Cord Wrap 3
VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER Operation
Operating Instructions 4
VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER Operator Panel Features
3-Position Drying Selector Switch 4
12 amp Curcuit Breaker
GFCI Protection
Maintaining Your VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER
Servicing 4
Motor Lubrication 4
Cleaning 4
Replacement Parts and 4
Optional Accessories
VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER Applications
Sizing for Water Restoration Jobs 5
Placement 5
Orientation 5
Air Flow Diagrams 5
Performance Chart 5
Warranty 6
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
•Do not operate the unit with a cut or frayed power cord.
•Do not unplug the unit by pulling on the cord. Grasp the
plug firmly and pull it out of the wall socket or power
receptacle.
•Always use a grounded outlet.
•Never operate electrical equipment in standing water.
•Never operate with the safety grills removed. Personal injury
may result.
• Do not stick your fingers or other objects through the safety
grills.
•Do not restrict airflow to the unit. This may cause the
unit to overheat.
•Unit should never be serviced or cleaned while it is
plugged in.
•Do not sit or stand on the unit or use as a shelf or table.
•Before leaving an AXIAL AIR MOVER unattended, ensure chil-
dren do not have access to the equipment. Do not allow
children to play with or near the unit or in its air flow.
•To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use
this air mover with any solid-state speed control device.
LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS
•Risque de choc électrique Peut causer des blessures ou
la mort. Débrancher toutes les alimentations en courant
électrique à distance avant l'entretien ou le nettoyage.
•Ne pas utiliser l'appareil avec un cordon d'alimentation
coupé ou effiloché.
•Ne pas débrancher l'appareil en tirant sur le cordon.
Tenir la fiche fermement et la tirer horsde la prise
murale ou la prise d'alimentation électrique.
•Toujours utiliser une prise mise à la terre.
•Ne jamais utiliser l'équipement électrique dans de l'eau
stagnante.
•Ne jamais utiliser sans les grilles de protection. Des
blessures risquent d'en résulter.
•Ne pas passer les doigts ou d'autres objets dans les
grilles de protection.
•Ne pas diminuer le débit d'air arrivant jusqu'à l'appareil.
L'appareil risque de trop chauffer.
•Ne pas s'asseoir ou se tenir debout sur l'appareil; ne
pas l'utiliser comme étagère ou table.
•Avant de laisser un appareil aéraulique axial sans surveil-
lance, s'assurer que les enfants n'ont pas accès à
l'équipement. Ne pas laisser les enfants jouer avec
l'appareil ou à proximité de l'appareil ou dans l'air qu'il
projette.
•Pour réduire le risque d'incendie ou de choc électrique,
ne pas utiliser ce ventilateur avec un dispositif de com-
mande de vitesse à semi-conducteurs.

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Figure 3:Cord wrap
Intended Application for VIKING VP3000
AXIAL AIR MOVER
The VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER minimizes overall dry-
ing time on water restoration jobs. The VIKING VP3000
AXIAL AIR MOVER uses patent pending FOCUS Technology
to maximize air velocity across floors and along walls for
longer distances. By maximizing the air velocity, water
evaporates more quickly from the carpet, pad, sub-floor,
wall, and sill plate. We optimized the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL
AIR MOVER todry structures through rapid evaporation.
Registrations
The Viking VP3000 Axial Air Mover conforms to UL STD
507.
Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No. 113.
Specifications
Size Height: 19.5”
Width: 19.9”
Depth: 15.2” (intake to exhaust)
Weight 29.5 lbs; Shipping Weight–32.7 lbs
Motor 1/4 hp 1-phase 110/120 VAC 2-speed
4-pole, PSC Electric Motor.
CFM Approximately 3000
Cord 20ft Power Cord
Current Draw 2.5 Amps
Voltage 115 VAC
Power Requirements and Daisy-Chaining
the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER
The VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER draws 2.5 amps. The
12 amp, on-board circuit breaker will allow four (4) VIKING
VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVERS on one circuit. When daisy-
chaining the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER,turn on one
VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER at a time to prevent exces-
sive current inrush caused by four units starting at once.
Aground fault in the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER or
anywhere on the circuit will cause the AXIAL AIR MOVER’S
GFCI to trip. After rectifying the ground fault, reset the
GFCI bypressing the reset button.
Recommended Use
Recommended use(s) of on-board duplex GFCI are show in
Figure 2. NOTE: Standard 115 VAC electrical outlets.
15Amp
Outlet
15 Amp
Outlet
15Amp
Outlet
Phoenix 200 MAX
Figure 2: Duplex
GFCI use. Phoenix Mini-Guardian
Integrated Cord Wrap
The VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER features integrated cord
management. Wrap the cord around the cord wrap as
shown and secure the cord with the clasp on the plug.
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Figure 1: Too many AXIAL AIR MOVERS daisy-chained.

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Axial Air Mover Operation
Operating Instructions
The VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER aspackaged is ready to
be put into service. Inspect the unit completely for any
shipping damage. Place the unit on the ground. Orient the
unit so the desired air flow direction is the same as the
indicator in the FOCUS Technology corner on the interior of
the unit. Plug the unit into a grounded outlet and select the
drying mode.
VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER
Operator Panel Features
3-Position Drying Selector Switch
A3-position drying mode selector switch is used to select
the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER’Smode of operation. The
three modes of operation are OFF, LOW or HIGH.
OFF -The VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER is not drying.
LOW -The VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER is in “Normal” Drying
mode. This mode provides rapid drying and very quiet
operation.
HIGH - The VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER is in “Ultra” drying
mode. This mode provides rapid drying and low noise,
quiet operation.
Maintaining Your Axial Air Mover
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Servicing
Before each use, the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER should
be inspected for damage, blocked inlet or outlet, or any
excess buildup of foreign material.
When the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER is first turned on,
check for excessive vibration. If the unit vibrates exces-
sively or if blade rubs on housing turn off the unit immedi-
ately. Have a service technician inspect the unit to locate
the problem.
Motor Lubrication
Oil the unit every six months with 3 - 4 drops of SAE 20
weight non-detergent oil. Lubricate the motor with a drop
of oil after each washing.
IMPORTANT: The approved oil for lubrication is SAE 20
weight non-detergent oil, specifically designated for
use with electric motors.
Oil hole locations. Access the oil holes by removing the
protective grill(s) and turning the unit upside down. If user
adds oil, it is recommended to run unit for 5-15 minutes,
to remove excess oil from unit.
Cleaning The VP3000 Axial Air Mover
The VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER’Shousing is made of a
durable and washable polyethylene. When cleaning, the
use of solvents is NOT recommended.
When washing inside the unit, disconnect the unit from
its power source. Clean inner barrel, grills and blade. Wipe
down motor exterior with a damp cloth. If the motor gets
wet during cleaning, simply allow ample time for motor to
dry out completely before restarting. If you clean your
device frequently perform motor lubrication more frequently
as well.
If you wash the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER and do not
plan to use it within 24 hours, allow the fan to drip dry for
10 minutes and then run the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER
for 3 - 5 minutes before storing it.
Replacement Parts and Optional Accessories
Contact the factory at 1-800-533-7533 to order replace-
ment parts, or optional accessories
4025204 Switch, Rocker, On-Off-On
4025206 Grill, Safety, Intake
4025207 Grill, Safety, Exhaust
4025460 Axial Air Mover Stand
4025299 Stand Hardware Kit

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Viking VP3000 Axial Air Mover
Wiring Diagram
and maximizes the air velocity across the floor and along
the wall when placed the at 4.5° angle from the wall.
By touching the front edge of the output side of the
VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER against the wall and rotating
the rest of the unit against the wall, the restoration profes-
sional will place the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER at 4.5°
due to the housing’s built-in design. A VIKING VP3000 AXIAL
AIR MOVER properly positioned at 4.5° will achieve high
velocity airflow in the corner, on the carpet, and along the
wall while also increasing air throw distances. Higher
angles should only be used on the rare occasion air flow up
the wall is desired. Recent testing shows the largest drying
area has been produced by a 22°angle. Refer to Figure 5A.
VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER Applications
Sizing VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER’S
for Water Restoration Jobs
Current industry standards call for one axial air mover per
12-16 linear feet of wall space, dependent upon the Class
of water damage. For commercial structures, the industry
standard calls for one air mover for every 50-60 ft2.
The water restoration industry based these estimates on
the air mover technology available when writing the
standards. Following these equipment-sizing standards
when using the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER will result in
dramatically faster drying times. If the restoration
professional desires to merely achieve industry standard
drying times, he can use fewer VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR
MOVERS than current equipment standards allow.
Placement of the VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER
Current industry guidelines suggest placing air movers at
a 45° angle to wall. These guidelines apply to air movers
without FOCUS Technology. FOCUS Technology allows the
restoration professional to place the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL
AIR MOVER at an angle more parallel to the wall.
The test graph shown in Figure 4 depicts immediate air
flow at the FOCUS Technology corner and delivery of two
times the evaporative drying air velocity of existing units.
The FOCAL POINT sustains this air flow for more than 20 feet
Figure 5A: Placement
of FOCAL POINT shown at
4.5° and 22°. Use
4.5° position to maxi-
mize air velocity and
22°position to maxi-
mize drying area.
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2000
1500
1000
500
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0 Feet 5 10 15 20 25
Air Velocity (fpm)
Figure 4: Airflow of the PHOENIX AXIAL AIR MOVER
measured 3.5” parallel to wall.
Patent pending FOCUSTM Technology
delivers two times the evaporative
drying air velocity of existing
air movers.
Immediate
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WARRANTOR:
Therma-Stor LLC
PO Box 8680
Madison, WI 53708
Telephone: [phone]
WARRANTY: This warranty covers VIKING
VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVERS.
Year One - 100% parts and labor (all components)
Year Two - 100% parts only (all components)
Year(s) Three through Seven - Only materials
and workmanship of the housing are covered.
If a defect in materials or workmanship occurs
within the warranty period, Therma-Stor LLC will
repair or replace the defect.
USER RESPONSIBILITIES: Warranty service
must be performed by a servicer authorized by
Therma-Stor LLC. To obtain warranty service you
must obtain a return material authorization
(RMA). To obtain an RMA you must present proof
of purchase or (lease), by use of a warranty card,
original sales receipt or other reasonable and
reliable means.
To obtain an RMA call Therma-Stor LLC at the
above number and ask for the ThermaStor Inc.
Service Department, which will then issue an
RMA number and arrange for, at our option,
either repair or replacement.
FREIGHT: Freight to and from the servicer is
the responsibility of the end-user. The end-user
is responsible for normal care and proper return
packaging.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: This warranty
does not cover any defect, malfunction, etc.
resulting from misuse, abuse, lack of normal
care, corrosion, freezing, tampering, modifica-
tion, unauthorized or improper repair or installa-
tion, accident, acts of nature or any other cause
beyond Therma-Stor LLC's reasonable control.
If any VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER part is
repaired or replaced, the new part shall be
warranted for the balance of original warranty
(but all warranty periods will be extended by the
period of time, if any, that the VIKING VP3000 AXIAL
AIR MOVER with FOCUS Technology is out of service
while awaiting covered warranty service).
Warranty service will be performed during normal
working hours.
UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WRITTEN
WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THE VIKING VP3000
AXIAL AIR MOVER OR ANY PART THEREOF, ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW,
INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL ALSO
EXPIRE. ALL WARRANTIES MADE BY THERMA-
STOR LLC ARE SET FORTH HEREIN, AND NO
CLAIM MAY BE MADE AGAINST THERMA-STOR
LLC BASED ON ANY ORAL WARRANTY. IN NO
EVENT SHALL THERMA-STOR LLC, IN CONNEC-
TION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, USE, REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY VIKING VP3000 AXIAL
AIR MOVER OR PART THEREOF BE LIABLE UNDER
ANY LEGAL THEORY FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITH-
OUT LIMITATION WATER DAMAGE (THE END
USER SHOULD TAKE PRECAUTIONS AGAINST
SAME), LOST PROFITS, DELAY, OR LOSS OF USE
OR DAMAGE TO ANY REAL OR PERSONAL PROP-
ERTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, and some do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so one or both of
these limitations may not apply to you.
LEGAL RIGHTS: This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
VIKING VP3000 AXIAL AIR MOVER Limited Warranty