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Vacuum 26 Gallon
Operator's Manual
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This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read
this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke
American Sanders machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine
or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine
before using it. If your operator(s) cannot read this
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 3 Specifications ......................................................................................................... 4 Introduction and Instructions ..................................................................................... 4 Operating Instructions.............................................................................................. 6 Troub
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER: Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in severe bodily injury or death. Read and observe all DANGER statements found in your Operator's Manual and on your machine. WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result in injury to you or to other personnel; property damage could occur as well. Read and observe all WARNING statements found in your Operator's Manual and on your machine. CAUTION: Failure to read and
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SPECIFICATIONS Model CAV 26 Voltage 120 V Frequency 60 Hz Power 2400 W (800 x 3) Ambient Temp -23°F to 86° F Volume Flow (CFM) 290 (max) Static Lift (inches H2O) 82 Sound Level dB(A) 73 Cord Length (ft.) 36 Tank Volume 26 gal. Width (in.) 26 Depth (in.) 27 Height (in.) 61 Weight (lbs.) 143 INTRODUCTION AND INSTRUCTIONS The CAV 26 comes fully assembled. It is specifically designed for dry pick-up of fine dust made from grindings of wood or gypsum. It is mounted on tough rubber wheels, two of whi
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INTRODUCTION AND INSTRUCTIONS, cont. Features Figure 1, 1 - Control Panel For explanation of controls, see "Controls" section this page. Figure 1, 2 - Inlet This inlet is for installation of vacuum hose and accessories. Figure 1, 3 and Figure 2, 1 - Debris Canister The debris canister should be emptied when the canister is full. To empty canister, lift debris canister lever (figure 3,2). Debris canister will lower until it rests with it's wheels on the floor. Grip the handle and remove the can
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To operate this machine follow these procedures: 1. Position the CAV 26 in a convenient location near a wall outlet and within reach of the working area. If the surface is not level, set the brakes on the casters. CAUTION: Do not use an extension cord with the CAV 26 or you will experience a loss in performance. Should an extension cord be necessary, use one sized 12 AWG and no longer than 50' in length. An extension cord sized smaller than 12 AWG or greater than 50' in
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 4. Install a poly-liner (fig. 7, 1) in the debris canister (fig. 7, 2). To release the debris canister raise the lever (fig. 7, 3) as shown.. The poly-liner provides quick convenient disposal. 5. When the debris canister becomes full, the manometer (fig. 8, 1) reads in the red, deactivating all vacuum motors. 6. Allow time for the dust to settle, then operate the filter cleaning lever (fig. 9, 1) several times. 7. Remove the poly-liner and replace with a new liner. 8.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Action The vacuum fails to start 1. Check whether power is reaching the socket. 1. No power. Check whether the plug and cable are in good condition. Ask for assistance from an authorized service technician. The rpm rate of the vacuum 1. Shake the filter. Replace it if this is not sufficient. 1. Clogged primary filter. increases. 2. Check the suction hose / wand and clean it. 2. Suction hose clogged. Dust leaks from the machine. 1. Replace it with another with ident
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Section II Parts and Service (71114A) ® Page -9- Clarke American Sanders Operator's Manual - CAV 26
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Frame Assembly Drawing 2/06 ® Page -10- Clarke American Sanders Operator's Manual - CAV 26
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Frame Assembly Parts List 5/06 Ref. Part No. Description Qty 1 8 14087 Pin 2 2 8 14084 Pin 2 3 8 14262 Pin 2 4 8 38033 Washer 2 5 8 38034 Washer 2 6 8 14266 Washer 2 7 8 14267 Spring 2 8 8 14256 Lever 2 9 8 14261 Pin 2 10 8 14259 Bushing 2 11 8 14258 Lever 1 12 8 18513 Handgrip 2 13 8 18506 Pillar 2 14 8 40392 Collar 1 15 8 16060 Basket 1 16 8 40582 Caster, Cart 2 17 8 36196 Cart 1 18 8 40035 Plug 2 19 8 40581 Wheel, Cart 2 20 229102 Washer,
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Container Unit Assembly Drawing 2/06 ® Page -12- Clarke American Sanders Operator's Manual - CAV 26
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Container Unit Assembly Parts List 3/06 Ref. Part No. Description Qty 1 Ref. Container 1 2 Ref. Bracket 2 3 Ref. Plaque 2 4 8 36028 Latch 2 5 5 60133 Hose, Balancing 1 6 Ref. Label 1 7 Ref. Label 1 8 8 17007 Seal, Inlet 9 8 12013 Deflector 1 10 8 17006 Seal, Container 1 11 Ref. Filler 1 12 Ref. Spring 2 13 Ref. Pin, Ø 3 x 16 2 14 924004 Nut, M5 4 15 58413A Screw, M5 x 20 1 16 58411A Screw, M5 x 25 2 17 58414A Screw, M5 x 30 1 18 Ref. Push Bu
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Suction Unit Assembly Parts List 2/06 ® Page -14- Clarke American Sanders Operator's Manual - CAV 26
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Suction Unit Assembly Parts List 6/06 Ref. Part No. Description Qty 1 - 6 8 17324 Soundproofing Kit 1 8 8 14270 Spacer 2 9 8 12168 Valve 3 10 8 13162 Valve Seat 3 11 8 17325 Seal 6 12 8 54006 Vacuum Motor 3 NI 839067.115 Carbon Brush for ref. 12 (2 reqd.) ea. 13 8 16179 Motor Locator 1 14 8 17326 Seal 3 16 8 16243 Housing, Vacuum Motor 1 17 816381CFM Cover 1 18 8 40401 Hosebarb 1 19 Ref. Tube
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Filter Group Assembly Drawing & Parts List 3/06 Ref. Part No. Description Qty 1 8 17026 Seal 1 2 Ref. Tie 6 3 Ref. Ring 1 4 Ref. Tie 1 5 Ref. Filter 1 6 8 17749 Filter Liner, Polyester 1 Ref. Items 1 - 5 = Part No. 8 33151, Complete Filter, Qty 1 ® Page -16- Clarke American Sanders Operator's Manual - CAV 26
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Control Panel Assembly Drawing & Parts List 6/06 Ref. Part No. Description Qty 1 8 39531 Switch Cover 3 2 Ref. Connection Block 1 3 Ref. Label 3 4 80065A Screw, 4 x 10 1 5 Ref. Cables Kit 1 6 8 39533 Suppressor 1 7 8 40403 Pressure Switch 1 8 Ref. Panel 1 9 Ref. Seal 1 10 Ref. Decal 1 12 8 39526 Voltage Indicator 1 13 8 40400 Manometer 1 15 8 39525 Switch 3 17 8 39529 Cable Locking Device 1 18 Ref. Screw, 3.9 x 9.5 2 19 80058A Washer, Ø 4 2 2
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Electrical Schematic 6/06 (Optional) (Optional) ® Page -18- Clarke American Sanders Operator's Manual - CAV 26
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CLARKE PRODUCT SUPPORT BRANCHES U. S. A. Locations European Locations CORPO PRODUCTION FACILITIES PRODUCTION FACILITIES ALTO Danmark A/S, Aalborg ® Clarke , Springdale, Arkansas Blytaekkervej 2 2100 Highway 265 DK-9000 Aalborg Springdale, Arkansas 72764 +45 72 18 21 00 (479) 750-1000 Customer Service - 1-800-253-0367 ALTO Danmark A/S, Hadsund Technical Service - 1-800-356-7274 Industrikvarteret DK-9560 Hadsund ® American Lincoln , Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 +45 72 18 21 00 1100 Haskins Ro
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® Clarke American Sanders U. S. Warranty This Clarke American Sanders Industrial/Commercial Product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years from the date of pur- chase, when operated and maintained in accordance with Clarke American Sanders's Maintenance and Operations instructions. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser for use of the product. It does not cover normal wear parts such as electr
