E-VORTEX300-I-0110 Operator’s Instruction Manual VORTEX-300 Manual - Portable 100 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702-4600 USA Phone (301) 663-1600 • 1-800-638-3326 Fax (301) 663-1607 • 1-800-447-3326 Website: www.edcoinc.com Email: sales@edcoinc.
E-VORTEX300-I-0110 READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATORS INSTRUCTION MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT. Death or serious injury could occur if this machine is used improperly. SAFETY MESSAGES SAFETY MESSAGES • Safety Instructions are proceeded by a graphic alert symbol of DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. Indicates an imminent hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates an imminent hazard which, if not avoided, can result in death or serious injury.
E-VORTEX300-I-0110 SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents Section Page Number Safety Instructions....................................................................................................2 Specifications............................................................................................................3 Safety Guidelines......................................................................................................4 Operating Instructions.................................................
E-VORTEX300-I-0110 Read and understand this Operator’s Instruction Manual, and the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual before operating this equipment. Death of serious injury can result if this machine is used improperly. Safety Guidelines Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times while the saw is in use. During normal operation, sound pressure levels exceed 92dBA. Use only ANSI approved safety glasses to help prevent eye injury.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. E-VORTEX300-I-0110 Set the kill switch to the on position. Set the throttle control to the “Choke” position. Pull the starter recoil with a steady even pull. When the engine starts, set throttle. RPM are not to exceed 3600 Note the hour meter reading and follow the service requirements that are dictated by engine run hours. The engine is shut down by setting the kill switch to the off position.
E-VORTEX300-I-0110 HEPA Filter Removal and Installation NOTE: All HEPA filter machines are equipped with a differential pressure gage. The gage measures the pressure above against the pressure below the filter, thereby measuring the restriction of airflow due to contamination. HEPA filters should be replaced when the gage consistently measures 4 inches W.C. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Turn the machine on then block the inlet with a flat and rigid material to place the machine under vacuum pressure.
E-VORTEX300-I-0110 7. Fill the three turbine mounting slots with silicone. Allow silicone to set before proceeding. 8. Position the silencer assembly on the motor deck. 9. Reconnect the power source and turn the machine on. Observe the machine for noise. Reinstall the belt if any unusual noises are detected. 10. Block the inlet with a flat and rigid material to place the machine under vacuum pressure. 11. Secure the motor deck then turn the machine off.
E-VORTEX300-I-0110 LIMITED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY OF SALE – TERMS & CONDITIONS Equipment Development Company, Inc. herein referred to as EDCO (Seller) warrants that each new unit manufactured by EDCO to be free from defects in material and workmanship in normal use and service for a period of (90) ninety days (except for the cutter drum assembly on all model concrete/asphalt planes, in which case the warranty period shall be 90 days) from date of shipment to the original retail or equipment rental center owner.