Gas Powered Positive Pressure Ventilator Owners/Operators Manual 3924 E. Trent Ave.
Contents OWNERS MANUAL FOR UNIFIRE GAS POWERED PPV’S ©1994 Unifire Power Blowers, Inc. This manual covers PPV’s produced from July 1993. Information in this manual may be applicable to PPV’s built prior to this date. Contact your dealer or the factory if you have any questions regarding compatibility. Frame Patent # 5,205,711 Water Misting System Patent # 5,062,487 Table of Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION ......................Page 1-2 SPECIFICATIONS..........................................
WARRANTY Unifire, Inc. makes the following limited warranty to the original purchaser of each new and unused Positive Pressure Ventilation Blower (PPV). Unifire warrants that each new and unused PPV sold, be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five (5) years on the stainless steel frame, limited lifetime on the propeller and Unifire will pass on the engine warranty from the original engine manufacturer.
CAUTION Do not allow anyone to operate the PPV without first reading this manual and/or becoming familiar with and trained in its operation. Unifire has gone to great extremes to provide the owner(s) and/or operator(s) with the finest equipment available for the intended job of providing Positive Pressure Ventilation. Yet, the possibility exists that the PPV can be utilized in and/or subjected to job applications not perceived by the manufacturer.
Introduction The PPV is designed for positive pressure ventilation purposes. The PPV is not designed for operation in an explosive or flammable atmosphere. Operation in an explosive or flammable atmosphere will result in property damage, personal injury or even death. Incorrect use of the blower can result in carbon monoxide fumes causing serious injury or even death. DANGER Incorrect use of the PPV can result in property damage, personal injury or even death.
Preparation 1) This PPV is a specialized type of power equipment, designed for a specific job function. Each operator must receive adequate instruction regarding the proper operation of this PPV BEFORE being allowed to operate it. 2) Develop a comprehensive training program for safe operation of the PPV by its operators. The program should include: instructional requirements for safe operation, fire ground safety and PPV maintenance.
Operation Filling the Crank Case with Oil Starting the PPV Tools required: small funnel 1) Position the PPV on a suitable work area that is level. 1) Place the PPV at the desired operation location. The location should be relatively flat to prevent tipping. 2) Wipe dust or dirt from the engine filler plug area. 2) Turn the ignition switch into the ON position. 3) Remove the filler plug. 3) When starting a cold engine, move the choke lever as far as possible in the ON direction indicated by the arrow.
Maintenance Initial Startup Allow the engine to idle for a minute and observe the unit. Observe safety precautions mentioned in the beginning of this manual. After the engine has reached operating temperature slowing move the throttle speed from idle to maximum speed. Run the PPV for a few minutes then return the throttle to idle. Turn off the ignition. If there were any problems or if you have any questions regarding the initial running of the PPV please contact your dealer or Unifire at 1800-745-3282.
Maintenance Shroud Shrouds produced after July 1993 are 3/16" wire - the strongest shroud available to the fire service. A retrofit kit is available for older fans with thinner wire, contact your dealer or Unifire for information regarding this kit. The front shroud is attached to the back shroud by 4 nuts. Use a 7/16" wrench to tighten these nuts. Care must be taken not to over tighten the nuts. Always use a flat washer between the shroud and the nut. Always use a lock nut or thread lock on these bolts.
Important Information Storage Proper procedures for long term storage of the PPV will protect it against contamination and damage. If the PPV is not to be operated for 30 days or more, store as follows: 1) Clean all accumulated dirt and grease from the PPV using a safe solvent. DO NOT use an alcohol/solvent based cleaner on the propeller blades. 2) Follow the engine manufacturers procedure for gasoline engine storage. 3) Check all visible parts for wear, breakage or damage.
Parts Break Down 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 20. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41.