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Operation and Maintenance
Model 90000
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General Machine Products (KT), LLC • 3111 Old Lincoln Hwy • Trevose, PA 19053 • USA
TEL: +1-215-357-5500 • FAX: +1-215-357-6216 • WEB: www.gmptools.com
CABLE BLOWING MACHINE
Manual P/N 34816 Ver 03
04/20/2021 AKK
HURRICANE
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Rev.no Date Details Author
01 04/2020 Original issue A.GRAHAM
02 02/2021 Reformat for US A. Konschak
03 04/2021 Various updates to reflect the production model A. Konschak
REVISION HISTORY:
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CONTENTS
SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE
1.0 INTRODUCTION 4
2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5
2.1 WORK AREA AND GENERAL SAFETY 5
2.2 GENERAL PNEUMATIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7
2.3 GENERAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7
3.0 CRITICAL POINTS THAT AFFECT THE CABLE BLOWING MACHINE 7
4.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 9
5.0 SPECIFICATION 9
6.0 EQUIPEMENT LAYOUT 10
6.1 BLOWING MACHINE LAYOUT 10
6.2 REMOTE CONTROL LAYOUT 11
7.0 OPERATING PROCEDURE 11
7.1 SETTING UP BLOWING AREA 11
7.2 CHANGING THE DUCT CLAMPS AND CABLE GUIDES 12
7.3 DUCT AND CABLE SET UP 12
7.4 SETTING THE CLAMP FORCE 13
7.5 CONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY TO THE MACHINE 14
7.6 CONNECTING THE REMOTE AND ELECTRICAL SUPPLY 14
7.7 CABLE INSTALLATION 15
7.8 OTHER REMOTE FUNCTIONS 18
7.9 DATA LOGGING 19
8.0 MAINTENANCE 20
8.1 GENERAL 20
8.2 REPLACING THE AIRBOX HOUSING SEAL 21
8.3 CHANGING THE CABLE DRIVE BELTS 21
8.4 TENSIONING THE DRIVE BELTS 22
8.5 CHANGING THE NYLON CABLE GUIDE 23
9.0 MONTHLY SERVICE CHECK LIST 23
9.1 SERVICE HISTORY RECORD 24
10.0 DUCT INTEGRITY 25
10.1 DUCT LUBRICATION 26
11.0 RECOMMENDED SPARES LIST 27
12.0 APPENDIX 1- COLLET AND SEAL LIST 28
13.0 APPENDIX 2- MAIN REMOTE SCREENS 29
13.1 MAIN SCREEN 29
13.2 PRE-INSTALLATION SCREEN 30
13.3 INSTALLATION SCREEN 30
13.4 SETTINGS SCREEN 31
13.5 SYSTEM INFORMATION SCREEN 31
13.6 ENVIRONMENT SCREENS 32
13.7 FILE STORAGE SCREEN 32
14.0 BLOWING ACCESSORIES 33
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Founded by engineer George M. Pfundt in 1936, GMP started opera-
tions in a downtown Philadelphia building as a specialty machine shop
doing work for the local Bell Telephone company and for the electric
utility company. GMP expanded to a production shop after landing a
contract with Western Electric
Company and, subsequently,
forming a close relationship with Bell Telephone
Laboratories in Murray Hill, NJ, which enabled it to
manufacture prototypes of products for experi-
mental use within the Bell System.
GMP's 100,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in
Trevose is equipped with a full complement of
technologically advanced machine tools manned
by a well-trained team of craftspeople. Our own
engineering staff conduct research & development of GMP's products using computer aid-
ed design, a prototype fabrication shop and an on-site testing facility.
In 2004, CBS Products joined forces with GMP to further enhance the global reach and breadth of
our outside plant equipment capabilities. As of June 2017 the business of GMP Tools and CBS
Products were acquired by Klein Tools of the USA. Renamed GMP Products (KT), LLC, we contin-
ue to be the same engineering talent and innovative solution providers.
GMP continues to make investments in new product R&D, state-of the-art manufacturing,
quality assurance, distribution and inventory control techniques, and physical plant, in or-
der to maintain its manufacturing leadership position and its continuing ability to anticipate
and meet the changing needs of
work crews in the field who rely on
the ruggedness, practicality and
safety of GMP equipment. As our
quality policy statement affirms:
"GMP supplies defect-free products
and service, on time, which meet
its customers' expectations."
1.0 INTRODUCTION
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2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE USED ONLY BY PERSONNEL WHO HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE
APPROPRIATE TRAINING, AND WHO ARE COMPETENT TO USE IT.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE MADE AVAILABLE TO OPERATORS OF THIS EQUIPMENT
AT ALL TIMES, FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
2.1 WORK AREA AND GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the operation and maintenance manual supplied with this equipment. Keep it in a
convenient place for future reference.
2. Keep children and untrained personnel away from this equipment while in operation.
3. Keep all guards and safety devices in place. Do not operate this equipment with guards removed or
damaged.
4. Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts, especially at cable entry points.
5. Always stop the machine and isolate compressed air and electrical services to carry out lubrication and
servicing.
6. Check machine before starting for worn or damaged parts. Check for signs of loose nuts and bolts etc.
7. If machine is left unattended, ensure that unauthorized use is prevented.
8. Never leave the machine unattended while in use.
9. Consider the use of safety barriers, especially when used in public places, observe all statutory require-
ments for working environments.
10. Beware of pinch points involved with rotating components,
11. Beware of hot surfaces, machine uses compressed air.
12. When operating machine always wear appropriate safety clothing, ear defenders, eye protection, hard
hat, safety shoes and leather gloves, machine operates with compressed air at up to 15 Bar.
13. Prior to installation ensure the tube route is connected properly.
14. Beware of exposed electrical contacts. Do not touch, or allow metal objects to come into contact.
15. Machine may cause additional fire hazard if involved in an existing fire due to compressed air.
16. No personnel are to be in manholes or ducts when the Cable Blowing Machine is being operated.
17. The machine must be operated on firm ground.
18. Stay clear of cables or lines under tension.
19. Stay clear of pressurized air line and tube.
20. Only use the machine for its intended purpose, do not use the roller drive without the air chamber to
push or to retrieve cable, blow air in the far end to help cable recovery.
21. Do not place cable drum too close to the Cable Blowing Machine.
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22. The compressed air supply must not be allowed to enter the air chamber or tube before the rollers
have been closed on to the cable. Do not turn the air on until a reasonable length of cable 150 ft. (50m)
has been installed into the tube.
23. Ensure the cable drum rotates freely on its stand, the cable should leave from the top of the drum.
24. The cable should enter the machine in a clean and dry condition. In damp, dusty atmospheres, the ca-
ble should be cleaned continuously as it enters the machine.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, AS THE CABLE
COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE CABLE BLOWING MACHINE WITH HIGH
FORCE AND VELOCITY.
If the connecting plug on the power lead to the generator / (or supply) supplied with the Airstream machine
is unsuitable and requires replacement, the new plug must be correctly connected observing the color
codes as below.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO ENSURE THAT THE CONNECTIONS MEET THE
ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS FOR THE RELEVANT COUNTRY.
Black (Live)
White (Neutral)
Green (Earth)
Brown (Live)
Yellow/Green (Earth)
Blue (Neutral)
Alternate Wiring
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3.0 CRITICAL POINTS THAT DRAMATICALLY AFFECT THE
OPERATION OF THE CABLE BLOWING MACHINE
Below is a list of point what dramatically affect the operation of the cable blowing machine:
1. Pressure on the cable (position of the close arm assembly) should be set as per the instructions.
2. Belts to be closed at all times when cable is installed into machine.
3. Cord seals in air chamber in good condition and correctly fitted to provide good sealing.
4. Correct cable and duct seal fitted.
5. Duct fully connected and pressure tested.
6. Duct and connecting fittings are suitable for operating at 15 Bar air pressure.
7. Duct clamp securely tightened.
8. Compressor capacity 15 Bar and suitable for the size of duct being used.
9. Cable drum must be location directly behind and in line with the cable blowing machine.
10. Air chamber, drive belts, pulleys and cable guides must be clean and free from debris, sludge, dirt,
water and lubricant.
11. The cable must be hand guided into the cable blowing machine through a dry clean cloth by the opera-
tor wearing suitable work gloves.
12. Ensure the compressed air supply is not applied to the cable until approximately 150 feet of cable has
been installed or the motor begins to labor.
DISCLAIMER
General Machine Products takes care in the design of its products to help ensure that the cable is
protected during installation. Due to the variety and different methods of cable manufacture the
responsibility of checking the cable compatibility with the equipment lies with the operator.
Therefore, GMP cannot accept liability for any damage to the cable.
2.2 GENERAL PNEUMATIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The GMP Jetstream Cable Blowing Machine is a pneumatic device, using pressurized air to project cable
at high velocities. Please observe the following precautions when operating the Cable Blowing Machine:-
Compressed air can cause flying debris. This could cause personal injury. Always wear personal
protective equipment.
Ensure no personnel are in the manhole at the far end of the cable run. Severe personal injury may result.
Never open the air chamber when pressurized.
Only AUTHORIZED, fully trained personnel should operate the air compressor.
2.3 GENERAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The machine has electronic and electrical power and control circuits. Electric shock hazards exist that
could result in severe personal injury. Observe the following precautions to avoid electrical hazards:
Do not operate in water. Do not expose the machine to rain.
Do not remove cover of electronic control panel or power supply unit. There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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The Hurricane comes with a heavy duty case with wheels that doubles as a work table
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4.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Hurricane blowing machine is designed to install small diameter cable into underground ducts.
The machine uses two synchronized motors to drive belts that push the cable into the ducts.
The belts are covered with a compliant coating to prevent damage to the cable. A range of different
coatings and profiles are available depending on the surface texture of the cable being installed. The belts
offer a large surface area in contact with the cable ensuring high grip with reduced compressive loading.
During installation, the torque applied to the cable by the drive belts can be adjusted to prevent the cable
buckling and to prevent damage to the cable. A full range of accessories is available to allow the machine
to handle a wide range of cables and ducts.
The machine may be placed on the ground or on a support to bring the cable to a suitable height. A
separate reinforced transit case is provided, this will protect the machine from damage during transit and
can be used as a support for the machine when being used to install cable.
* The sensitive electronics needed to give the desired control over the installation speed and torque
require a certain electrical supply quality. Should a generator be necessary GMP recommend the use of an
inverter type generator e.g. Honda EU 2200i or equivalent giving a pure sine wave output in order for safe,
continued use of the machine. Please contact General Machine Products (KT), LLC should you
require further assistance.
Cable size: 2.5 to 14.0mm 0.098” to 0.551”
Duct size: (OD) 5 to 25.00mm 0.197” to 0.984”
Cable speed: 0 - 85m/min. 0 - 279 ft/min
Maximum pushing force: 43 kg. 95 lb.
Maximum air pressure: 15 bar. 220 psi.
Power requirements*: 90-264Vac 50/60 Hz via supplied power supply
48Vdc, 1008W directly into machine
Weight 24 kg 53 lbs.
Weight inc. case and power supply 51.5 kg 113.6 lbs.
Dimensions (ht x length x width) 352mm x 556mm x 305mm 13 7/8" x 21 7/8" x 12"
Ambient Temperature Range 0 - 400C32 - 1040 F
5.0 SPECIFICATION
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CLAMP
COUNTING
WHEEL
HANDLE
AIR PRESSURE
GAUGE
DUCT
CLAMP
AIRBOX AND DUCT
CLAMP BRACKET
AIRBOX CABLE
GUDIES
NYLON CABLE
GUIDE
LOWER
GUARD
LOWER DRIVE
BELT
INLET CABLE
GUIDES
UPPER
GUARD
UPPER DRIVE
BELT
HANDLE
6.0 EQUIPMENT LAYOUT
LCD
SCREEN
SPEED
ADJUSTMENT
TORQUE
ADJUSTMENT
SELECTOR
BUTTONS
6.1 BLOWING MACHINE LAYOUT
6.1 REMOTE CONTROL LAYOUT
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