CTV-1500 Cooling Tower Vacuum Operating & Maintenance Manual Goodway Technologies Corporation 420 West Avenue Stamford, CT 06902-6384 (203)359-4708 Sales: 1-800-333-7467 Customer Service: 1-800-370-2855 Fax: 1-800-359-9625 E-mail: goodway@goodway.com Internet: www.goodway.com Goodway is a Registered Trademark of Per K. Reichborn
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all the instructions before using the product. 2. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when this product is used near children. 3. Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls. 4. Stay alert - watch what you are doing. 5. Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 6. Keep operating area clear of all persons. 7. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times. Use only certified scaffolding when necessary. 8. Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual. 9. Do not operate without eye protection. 10. Use only Goodway recommended attachments. WARNING - Risk of Injury - Do Not Direct Discharge Stream At Persons. This product is to be used only by trained operators. SPECIAL SAFETY POINTS 1. Do not enter a cooling tower cell when the fan is running. Turn the fan off observing proper lock-out / tag-out procedures. 2. Certain conditions may require the use of a respirator. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for the electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrocution. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not use any type of adapter with this product. CTV-1500 09/03 2
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION The CTV-1500 is provided with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) built into the power supply cord. This device provides additional protection from the risk of electrical shock. Should replacement of the cord or plug become necessary, use only identical replacement parts that include GFCI protection. EXTENSION CORDS Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole cord connectors that accept the plug from the product. Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension cords are identified by a marking "Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors while not in use." Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do not use damaged extension cords. Examine extension cords before using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse extension cord and do not pull on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the product from the extension cord. WARNING - To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands. CAUTIONS 1. Avoid exposing the machine to freezing temperatures. If the unit must be exposed to freezing conditions, follow the instructions under COLD WEATHER STORAGE. 2. DO NOT RUN THE PUMP DRY FOR MORE THAN 15 SECONDS. 5. Do not spray water onto the machine housing as serious damage can result, voiding the warranty. ELECTRIC MOTOR The CTV-1500 utilizes an electric motor equipped with thermal overload protection. Should the motor overheat, the thermal overload will cut off power to the motor. The overload is automatically reset when the motor cools down sufficiently. ALWAYS DETERMINE AND CORRECT THE CAUSE OF THERMAL OVERLOAD BEFORE USING THE MACHINE AGAIN. ADVANCED PREPARATION Allow the debris in the basin to settle for 24 to 48 hours before cleaning. Approximately 20 to 25 percent of the basin water will be discharged during the cleaning process. The basin water level can be raised before cleaning by adding make-up water to the basin. GETTING READY 1. Locate the unit within 15 feet of the farthest area to be cleaned. 2. Connect a clean water hose to the prime inlet fitting. Make sure the water filter is clean and in place. Consult the Goodway catalog for heavy-duty water supply hose (part # WSH-R50). Connect the inlet hose (see Figure #1 on page 4) (the one with the angled wand with ball valve) to the inlet fitting on the machine and the outlet hose to the outlet fitting. 3. Secure the outlet hose to a grate, pipe, etc. to prevent it from whipping. CTV-1500 09/03 3
4. Connect wand extensions as required. (see Figure #1 on page 4) 5. Select the cleaning tool required. The black gulper tool is for general cleaning. The paddle tool is for obstructed areas such as under the fill (honeycombs). Ball Valve Prime Valve Outlet Valve Outlet Hose Water Supply Inlet Hose Figure #1 OPERATION 1. Make sure the power switch is turned off. 2. Plug the unit into a properly grounded outlet and reset the GFCI. 3. Open the valve on the inlet hose 4. Close the prime valve. 5. Close the outlet valve. 6. Turn on water supply to the garden hose. 7. Submerge the tool under water in the cooling tower basin. 8. Go back to the machine and open the small prime valve. Purge the air bubbles from the inlet hose. 9. Do not prime with inlet valve close. 10. Turn the power switch on and immediately open the outlet valve on top of the machine and close the prime valve. The outlet flow can be controlled using the outlet valve. Adjust as needed. 11. Note the outlet water flow it should slowly increase. If not, close the outlet valve and re-prime. 12. Clean the strainer basket after cleaning each cell. 13. Flush unit with clean water after each use. CTV-1500 09/03 4
14. When priming where the basin is below the vacuum, open the outlet valve completely and close the inlet valve. Turn prime valve on, when the outlet hose fills turn the unit on and open the inlet valve. Turn off prime valve when unit vacuums. 15. If hose expands and leaks when inlet valve is closed the prime valve is still open and THE INLET VALVE MUST BE OPENED IMMEDIATELY AND THE PRIME VALVE CLOSED. RELOCATING MACHINE OR CHANGING CLEANING TOOL 1. For short intervals, 15 minutes or less, the unit can remain on. Close the inlet valve, remove the wand and/or tool then resubmerge and open the valve. 2. For longer than 15 minutes, close the inlet valve, turn off the power switch and relocate the machine or change tool. Repeat the priming process described above. COLD WEATHER STORAGE Should the CTV-1500 need to be stored where freezing conditions may exist, turn the machine on end and open the outlet valve to drain the water from the machine. MAINTENANCE Periodically check the hoses, connections and other components for wear and replace as necessary. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Causes Remedy Will not prime Not enough air purged Reprime from inlet hose Leaking connections Tighten all connections including wand, extensions, hoses and tools. Make sure o- ring in strainer is in good condition and cover is tight. Look for leaks at plumbing joints. Will not pump or pumps slowly Not primed Re-prime Inlet or outlet valve Open valve closed GFCI tripped or not reset Reset GFCI. If it will not reset, contact factory. There may be an unsafe condition. Strainer basket clogged. Unscrew filter top, remove basket and clean. Pump is too high above Lower pump. The pump can lift water only Water. 25. CTV-1500 09/03 5
Horsepower: 1.5 SPECIFICATIONS Volts: 120/230 Amperes: 15@120V; 8@230V Frequency: 50 or 60 Electric cord: GFCI protected Flow: @-25 head (suction) 30 GPM; @ 0 head 60 GPM; @64 head 30 GPM Priming: Easy Prime system; Prime Save valve Chassis: Aluminum Cover: Stainless Steel Inlet hose: PVC smooth 1 ½ bore x 15 ; Quick camlock connection; Prime Save valve Outlet hose: PVC smooth 1 ½ bore x 15 ; Quick camlock connection; Anti-whip tether Strainer: Quick Clean ; PVC basket with 3/16 perforations Weight: 125 pounds net dry Overall dimensions: 48 x 24 x 24 Wheels: Semi-pneumatic, 9 diameter x 3.5 wide, smooth tread CTV-1500 09/03 6
VAC-009-1 Bronze Ring 6220-3-4 O Ring 6220-3 6221 25'Outlet Hose Complete 6221-3 6221-2 6221-1 6220-3-2 6220-4 8011 VACP-053-5 6220-1 6220 15' Inlet Hose Complete 6220-2 6225 6220-3-1 6220-6 6225 6217 6218 6203 Gasket VACP-13-3 INLET ON OFF 6214 BFP-126 (3)1535 6202 6213 6212 6215 1053 6224 930-1 BFP-130 BFP-130 6211 *6201 6232 6219 842 808 6226 647 6211 817 1016 6205 6216 2513 6227 Motor *6201 115V 60Hz 6201A 230V 60Hz 6201-50 115V 50Hz 6201A-50 230V 50Hz BFP-130 6208 6208-1 Basket CTV-1500 09/03 7
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