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Manual 2006 Rev B p/n 2006

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PD Plus
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Models
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Operator’s Manual: Tuthill PD Plus Rotary Positive Displacement Blower
3204 4006 5507 5516

3206 4009 5511 5518
Lip-Labyrinth (Air Service)

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Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................... 1
Applicable Documentation.................................................................... 1
Scope of Manual.................................................................................... 1
Conventions and Data Plate........................................................ 2

Graphic Conventions in this Manual...................................................... 2
Data Plate............................................................................................... 3
Lifting............................................................................................. 5
Description.................................................................................... 6
Flow by Direction................................................................................... 7
Specifications......................................................................................... 8
Installation....................................................................................11
General................................................................................................ 11
Location..................................................................................... 13
Blower Air Intake....................................................................... 13
Soft Foot.................................................................................... 14
Safety................................................................................................... 14
Lubrication........................................................................................... 15
Filling Procedure....................................................................... 16
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Lubrication................ 17
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Hazards Associated With Breakdown or Ignition of

Lubrication................................................................................ 17
Piping Connections.............................................................................. 17
Hazards Associated With Hazardous Process Fluids............... 18
Blockage or Restriction............................................................. 18
Cooling Coils (Optional)....................................................................... 18
Cooling Water Connections and Specifications — Cooling Coils (Op-
tional)................................................................................................... 19
Motor Drives......................................................................................... 19
Direct Coupled.......................................................................... 19
V-Belts....................................................................................... 20
Setting V-Belt Tension................................................................ 20
Motor and Electrical Connections............................................. 22
Operation..................................................................................... 23
General................................................................................................ 23
Start-Up Checklist................................................................................ 24
Operating............................................................................................. 25
Methane Gas Applications................................................................... 25
Water-Injected Blowers........................................................................ 26
Operation.................................................................................. 26
Shutdown.................................................................................. 26
Recommended Shutdown Procedure to Minimize Risk of
Freezing or Corrosion.......................................................................... 27
Maintenance................................................................................ 28
General................................................................................................ 28
Regular Maintenance........................................................................... 28
Spare Parts.......................................................................................... 29
Factory Service and Repair................................................................. 29
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Long-Term Storage.............................................................................. 30
Disassembly and Reassembly................................................... 31

Disassembly of Blower........................................................................ 31
Assembly of Blower............................................................................. 32
Preparation of End Plates for Assembly................................... 33
Gear End Assembly.................................................................. 33
Free End Assembly................................................................... 35
Adjusting Rotor Interlobe Clearance......................................... 35
Special Instructions – Double Envelope.............................................. 36
Drive Shaft Assembly................................................................ 36
Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 37
Assembly Clearances................................................................. 39
Torque Chart................................................................................ 40
Recommended Lubricants......................................................... 41
Recommended Lubricants for Rotary Blowers and Vacuum
Boosters............................................................................................... 41
Special Tool Drawings................................................................ 43

Parts List.............................................................................................. 45
Assembly Drawings............................................................................. 54
Declaration of Incorporation...................................................... 73
Warranty – Blower Products...................................................... 74
Operating Data Form / Product Registration............................ 75
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01
INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of a new

PD PLUS Rotary Positive Displacement Blower
APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION
from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems. Please
The applicable documents associated with this
examine the blower for shipping damage, and if
manual are:
any damage is found, report it immediately to the
carrier. If the blower is to be installed at a later • 2006/42/CE – Machinery Directive
date, make sure it is stored in a clean, dry location • EN 1012-1:1996 - Compressors and vacuum
and rotated regularly. Make sure covers are kept pumps - Safety Requirements - Part 1:
on all openings. If the blower is stored outdoors, be Compressors
sure to protect it from weather and corrosion.
PD PLUS blowers are built to exacting standards SCOPE OF MANUAL

and, if properly installed and maintained, will
provide many years of reliable service. Read The scope of this manual and the Declaration of
and follow every step of these instructions when Incorporation includes the bare shaft rotary positive
installing and maintaining the blower. displacement blower.
NNOTE: Record the blower model and serial
numbers of the machine in the
OPERATING DATA form on the inside
back cover of this manual. Use this
identification on any replacement part
orders, or if service or application
assistance is required.
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02
CONVENTIONS AND DATA PLATE
GRAPHIC CONVENTIONS IN THIS NNOTE: Indicates a procedure, practice, or

condition that should be followed in
MANUAL order for the equipment to function in the
manner intended.
This manual is the result of a risk assessment
according to the applicable documents referenced ! CAUTION
in Applicable Documentation on page 1. The
following are hazard levels are referenced within Read manual before operation
this manual: or bodily harm may result.
Attention should be given to the
safety related sections of this
! DANGER
manual.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
! WARNING
avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
! CAUTION
avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
Indicates a situation that can cause damage

to the engine, personal property, and/or
the environment or cause the equipment to
operate improperly.
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02
Conventions and Data Plate
DATA PLATE
MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER MAWP YEAR
Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems MAX RPM

4840 West Kearney Street
Springfield, Missouri USA 65803
READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR BODILY HARM MAY RESULT
WARNING WARNING CAUTION CAUTION
Keep body & clothing away Do not operate without Hearing protection Do not touch hot
from machine openings. guards in place. required. surfaces.
http://www.tuthill.com (800) 825-6937 Made in the USA
Figure 2-1 – General Operation and Symbols on Data Plate
The following information is contained on the data

plate: ! CAUTION
Hearing protection is required
! WARNING while the blower is in operation.
Noise levels may reach as high
Keep body & clothing away
as 81 dBA.
from machine.
During operation, keep body
and clothing away from inlet ! CAUTION
and outlet of the blower.
Do not touch hot surfaces.
The upper limit of the blower
! WARNING operation is 400°F (205°C). Do
not touch the blower while it is
Do not operate without guards
in operation and assure blower
in place.
is cool when not in operation.

02
Conventions and Data Plate
MODEL NUMBER: The specific model of the blower
SERIAL NUMBER: Unique to each blower
YEAR: Year of manufacture
MAWP: Maximum Allowable Working Pressure
The standard MAWP is per Table 4-2 – Maximum Operating Limits on page
9. The MAWP shall not be exceeded.

03
LIFTING
! WARNING
The blower must be handled using an
appropriate device such as a fork truck or
appropriate lifting device. See Table 4-1 on
page 8 for approximate weights. Care
should be taken to assure blower does not
over-turn during handling and installation.

04
DESCRIPTION
discharge port or upstream of the blower inlet port.
Figure 4-1 illustrates the air movement within the

Refer to specific data sheets for flow capacities
machine. In addition, the machine can operate in
and vacuum capacities.
either direction.
NNOTE: Refer to diagrams in this manual for Never attempt to control capacity by means of a
proper rotation and orientation in inlet throttle valve in the intake or discharge piping.
and discharge. This will increase the power load on the drive
system, will increase operating temperatures, and
Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems model 4000 can overload and/or seriously damage the blower.
and 5500 Series rotary lobe blowers are positive Likewise, if the possibility exists that flow to the
displacement type blowers, whose pumping blower inlet may be cut off during normal operation
capacity is determined by size, operating speed, of a process, install an adequate vacuum relief
and differential pressure conditions. Blowers valve. A pressure-type relief valve in the discharge
employ rotors rotating in opposite directions within line near the blower is also recommended for
a housing closed at the ends by end plates. protection against cutoff or blocking in this line.
Use check valves on each blower when more than
The inlet to the discharge is sealed with operating
one blower is connected to a discharge line.
clearances that are very small. Internal lubrication
is not needed, as there is no moving contact. When a belt drive is used, it is possible to adjust
blower speed to obtain the desired capacity by
Clearances between the rotors during rotation are
changing the diameter of one or both sheaves,
maintained by a pair of accurately machined helical
or by using a variable-speed motor pulley. In a
timing gears, mounted on the two shafts extended
direct-coupled arrangement, a variable-speed
outside the air chamber. The intermeshing rotary
motor or transmission is required. Gas blowers can
lobes are designed to rotate and trap air or gas
use bypasses, but some applications may require
between each rotor and the housing. As the rotor
additional cooling. If there is a large volume of
lobes rotate past the edge of the suction port, the
high-pressure air or gas downstream of the blower,
trapped air or gas is essentially at suction pressure
a check valve in the piping downstream of the
and temperature. Since the blower is a constant
blower will protect the blower from overspeeding in
volume device, the trapped air remains at suction
a backward direction upon shutdown.
pressure until the leading rotor lobe opens into the
discharge port. The close clearances between the Consult a Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems sales
rotors inhibit back slippage of the trapped volume professional if questions arise.
from between the rotors, and the trapped volume
is forced into the discharge piping. Compression
occurs not internal to the blower but by the amount
of restriction, either downstream of the blower

04
Description
INLET INLET INLET
DISCHARGE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE
Figure 4-1 – General Operation Principle
FLOW BY DIRECTION
! WARNING
Refer to diagrams in this manual for
proper rotation and orientation in inlet and
discharge.
VERTICAL FLOW HORIZONTAL FLOW
INTAKE DISCHARGE
INTAKE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE INTAKE
DISCHARGE INTAKE
TOP DRIVE TOP DRIVE

CW ROTATION CCW ROTATION
INTAKE DISCHARGE
DISCHARGE INTAKE INTAKE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE INTAKE

RIGHT DRIVE RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE
CW ROTATION CCW ROTATION CW ROTATION CCW ROTATION
BOTTOM DRIVE BOTTOM DRIVE
CW ROTATION CCW ROTATION
Figure 4-2 – Flow Direction by Rotation

04
Description
SPECIFICATIONS
APPROXIMATE VERTICAL FLOW

APPROXIMATE OIL CAPACITY
WEIGHT
MODEL VERTICAL FLOW HORIZONTAL FLOW
SINGLE DOUBLE
GEAR BACK GEAR BACK STANDARD
ENVELOPE ENVELOPE
(DRIVE) END END (DRIVE) END END
100 lb 110 lb 115 lb
3202
(46 kg) (50 kg) (53 kg)
120 lb 130 lb 135 lb
3204
8 oz 12 oz (55 kg) (59 kg) (62 kg)
12 oz (0.35 L) 17 oz (0.50 L)
(0.24 L) (0.35 L) 130 lb 140 lb 145 lb
3206
(59 kg) (64 kg) (66 kg)
165 lb 175 lb 180 lb
3210
(75 kg) (80 kg) (82 kg)
170 lb 180 lb 185 lb
4006
(77 kg) (82 kg) (84 kg)
24 oz 14 oz 200 lb 210 lb 215 lb
4009 24 oz (0.71 L) 14 oz (0.42 L)
(0.71 L) (0.42 L) (91 kg) (96 kg) (84 kg)
225 lb 235 lb 240 lb
4012
(182 kg) (107 kg) (109 kg)
400 lb 415 lb 420 lb
5507
(182 kg) (189 kg) (191 kg)
460 lb 475 lb 480 lb
5511
(209 kg) (216 kg) (218 kg)
57 oz 32 oz 500 lb 515 lb 520 lb
5514 57 oz (1.7 L) 32 oz (0.95 L)
(1.7 L) (0.95 L) (227 kg) (234 kg) (236 kg)
540 lb 555 lb 560 lb
5516
(245 kg) (252 kg) (255 kg)
580 lb 595 lb 600 lb
5518
(264 kg) (270 kg) (273 kg)
Table 4-1 – Specifications

04
Description
MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
MODEL MAXIMUM RPM PRESSURE MAXIMUM VACUUM TEMPERATURE MAWP
DIFFERENTIAL RISE
15 inch-Hg
3202 15 psi (1,035 mbar) 280°F (156°C)
(508 mbar)
15 inch-Hg
3204 15 psi (1,035 mbar) 280°F (156°C)
(508 mbar)
15 inch-Hg
3206 15 psi (1,035 mbar) 280°F (156°C)
(508 mbar)
15 inch-Hg
3210 15 psi (1,035 mbar) 280°F (156°C)
(508 mbar)
15 inch-Hg
4006 15 psi (1,035 mbar) 300°F (167°C)
(508 mbar)
17 inch-Hg
4009 18 psi (1,241 mbar)* 360°F (200°C)*
(575 mbar) 100 psi
3600
15 inch-Hg (6.9 bar)
4012 15 psi (1,035 mbar) 300°F (167°C)*
(508 mbar)
17 inch-Hg
5507 18 psi (1,241 mbar)* 360°F (200°C)*
(575 mbar)
17 inch-Hg
5511 17 psi (1,172 mbar) 360°F (200°C)*
(575 mbar)
15 inch-Hg
5514 13 psi (896 mbar) 300°F (167°C)
(508 mbar)
15 inch-Hg
5516 12 psi (827 mbar) 260°F (144°C)
(508 mbar)
15 inch-Hg
5518 10 psi (690 mbar) 200°F (111°C)
(508 mbar)
* High-pressure option
Table 4-2 – Maximum Operating Limits

04
Description
Maximum limits for pressure, temperature, and

! WARNING speed are specified in See Table 4-2 on page
9 for various blower sizes when operated
The maximum pressure differential is based
under the standard atmospheric conditions. Do not
on the difference between the inlet pressure exceed any of these limits.
and the outlet pressure. The maximum
pressure differential shall not be exceeded.
Exceeding the maximum pressure differential
will cause serious damage to the equipment Specially ordered blowers with nonstandard
and could cause bodily injury. construction, or with rotor end clearances
greater than shown in Assembly Clearances
on page 39, will not have the operating
limits specified here. Contact your
! WARNING Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems sales
The maximum allowable working pressure representative for specific information.
(MAWP) is based on the absolute pressure of
the blower housing and is NOT the maximum
allowable pressure differential. Exceeding
the MAWP will cause serious damage to the Special attention must be paid when a blower
equipment and could cause bodily injury. has a higher than standard ambient suction
temperature. Special recommendations
To permit continued satisfactory performance, a for operating parameters and/or additional
blower must be operated within certain approved cooling may be recommended. Consult the
limiting conditions. The manufacturer’s warranty factory or local representative for appropriate
is, of course, also contingent on such operation. information.

05
INSTALLATION
GENERAL ! WARNING
Customers are warned to provide adequate
! DANGER protection, warning and safety equipment
The blower is not intended to be used necessary to protect personnel against
with explosive products or in explosive hazards in the installation and operation of
environments. The blower is not intended this equipment in the system or facility.
to be used in applications that include
hazardous and toxic gases. Consult the
factory for support. ! WARNING
The standard MAWP is per Table 4-2. The
MAWP shall not be exceeded unless specific
! DANGER factory testing of the pressure containing
It is the responsibility of the installer to components of the blower has been
assure that proper guarding is in place and performed.
compliant with all applicable regulatory
requirements.
! WARNING
Table 4-2 states the maximum operating
! WARNING speed in RPM (rotations per minute) and
The bare shaft blower can maximum temperature. Do not exceed these
generate excessive noise. limits. The installation of the blower shall
Methods to reduce the noise take these critical operating parameters
levels by installing inlet and into account and adequate control features
outlet silencers will be required. implemented.
Even with inlet and outlet
silencers, hearing protection
will be required.

05
Installation
base. Shims may be needed for alignment. Loosen

! WARNING the foot hold-down screws to check foot contact
with the mounting surface. Mount the base on a
Upon completion of the installation, and
solid foundation or heavy flooring, using shims as
before applying power, rotate the drive necessary at bolting points to prevent warping the
shaft by hand. It must move freely. If it assembly.
does not, look for uneven mounting, piping
strain, excessive belt tension or coupling Transmission of small operating vibrations to a
misalignment or any other cause of binding. support structure may be objectionable in some
If blower is removed and still does not move applications. Use of vibration isolators or vibration-
freely, check inside the blower housing for absorbing materials can be effective in overcoming
this transmission. To avoid causing distortion, apply
foreign material.
the treatment under the common motor/blower
base or mounting plate rather than directly under
the feet alone.
Remove the protective covers from the shaft Make sure piping is accurately squared with the
and inspect for damage. blower and supported independently. Stress
imparted from incorrectly aligned piping or
mounting will create problems with bearing and
Carefully check to ensure that no transit damage seal life, possibly leading to premature internal
has been sustained. If damage has occurred from contact. The blower should sit stress free and
shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately. evenly on its supporting surface. Take care
Preserve the shipping container for inspection by to evenly tighten the mounting bolts to avoid
the carrier. imparting undue stress into the blower. Stress
can be checked in a free state with feeler stock or
verified on a previously installed blower with the
aid of a dial indicator. Spring or gap should be less
In the event that your unit sustains damage than 0.002 in. (0.05 mm).
while being shipped to your facility, do not
return it to the factory without first obtaining Use only clean, new pipe and make certain it is
shipping instructions from us. free of scale, cuttings, weld beads, dirt, or any
other foreign material. To guard against damage
Do not remove protective covers and plugs until to the blower, make sure that an inlet filter is used.
the connections are complete. Mount the blower on Clean the filter of collected debris after 3 hours of
a flat, level surface. Use a baseplate that is rigid, operation and periodically thereafter. See Piping
solidly supported, and structurally sound. Shim Connections on page 17 for additional details.
under the legs where necessary so that each leg of
Figure 5-1 shows a typical complete installation
the blower supports an equal share of the blower
of the blower and accessories. Note the absence
weight. This is necessary to prevent twisting of
of throttle or shut-off valves in both discharge and
the blower. Make sure the feet rest evenly on the
intake piping. If it is possible for airflow to be cut off
mounting surface before fastening down. Twisting
in either line, add a pressure and/or vacuum relief
or cramping the blower during mounting will
valve. In some installations, it may be desirable to
cause rotor contact and binding during operation,
use only an inlet silencer-cleaner supported directly
resulting in a condition called “soft foot.” See
from the blower connection. Keep the weight of
Soft Foot on page 14 for further details and
accessories and piping to a minimum to prevent
preventative measures.
blower casing distortion. If the weight exceeds
A blower that is factory-mounted on a base should 10% of blower weight, support the components
not require such adjustments. However, since independently of the blower and connect them with a
the assembly can become twisted in shipping or flexible hose or connectors. The approximate weight
installation, check for soft foot after installing the of the blower is listed in Table 4-1 on page 8.

05
Installation
AIR FILTER
Location
INTAKE SILENCER
Install the blower in a room or outdoor area that
FLOW
supplies adequate space and lighting for routine
maintenance. Make sure that indoor installation
areas are well ventilated and kept as cool as
possible, because operating the blower at elevated
temperatures can result in nuisance overload or
temperature shutdowns. An unprotected outdoor
installation is satisfactory only when correct
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE lubrication for the expected temperatures is
CHECK VALVE provided. See Recommended Lubricants on
FLEX CONN. page 41.
FLOW
PRESSURE GAUGE DISCHARGE

SILENCER
Blower Air Intake
To minimize maintenance, supply the blower with
Figure 5-1 – Typical Blower Installation
the cleanest air possible. The air must not contain
any flammable or toxic gases, as the blower will
A blower may be driven by direct-coupling to concentrate these gases. This could result in
the driver or by V-belt drive for the purpose of damage to the blower and surrounding property
obtaining other speeds within the approved and lead to personal injury or death. Do not block
range. See Motor Drives on page 19 for more or restrict the opening of the blower, as the motor
information. could overheat and fail.
Blowers from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems Do not use blowers on explosive or hazardous
are internally and externally treated after factory gases. Do not exceed the limits described in
assembly and testing to protect against rusting in Table 4-2 on performance criteria such as
normal atmospheric conditions prior to installation. pressure differential, running speed, and discharge
The maximum period of internal protection temperature.
is considered to be 6 months under average
conditions, provided closing plugs and seals are If it is necessary to take air from a remote source,
not removed. Protection against chemical or salt- such as in a vacuum application, make sure the
water atmosphere is not provided. Avoid opening diameter of the piping is at least equal to the
the blower until ready to begin installation, as diameter of the blower inlet. For distances greater
protection will be quickly lost due to evaporation. than 20 ft (6 m), enlarge the pipe diameter to
For recommended preparations for long-term reduce inlet restriction. Excessive restriction will
storage (longer than 6 months), see Long-Term reduce the efficiency of the blower and elevate its
Storage on page 30. discharge temperature. The piping used should
also be corrosion-resistant and free of scale and
dirt. Keep the inlet covered to keep out foreign
objects and rain. Vacuum kits are available.

05
Installation
Soft Foot SAFETY

Soft foot is a condition in which one of the blower Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems recommends
feet does not sit flat on the base. Soft foot is the use of relief valves to protect against excessive
usually due to irregularities in the surface to which pressure or vacuum conditions. Test these valves
the blower is mounted. When the bolt on the foot at initial start-up to be sure they are properly
gets tightened, a slight distortion occurs that can adjusted to relieve at or below the maximum
affect bearing and seal life as well as internal pressure differential rating of the blower.
contact between parts.
ANGULAR ! DANGER
SOFT FOOT
It is the responsibility of the
installer to assure that proper
guarding is in place and
compliant with all applicable
regulatory requirements.
PARALLEL
SOFT FOOT
! DANGER
Internal and external rotating
parts of the blower and driving
equipment can produce
Figure 5-2 – Illustrations of Soft Foot serious physical injuries. The
blower should never be run
1. Place the blower on the base. with the inlet or discharge
piping removed. If it becomes
2. Check each foot for gaps between the foot and necessary to inspect the
base (soft foot). Shim as necessary to fill the rotating parts of the blower or
gap within 0.002 in. (0.05 mm). to change V-belts, be absolutely
Figure 5-2 shows the two most common types
sure that all power to the motor
of soft foot conditions. If either type is present
controls has been shut off, the
at a measurement of more than 0.003 in.
motor controls are locked out,
(0.076 mm), the blower may fail prematurely.
and properly tagged before
3. Tighten all bolts. proceeding.
4. Mount a dial indicator on the base contacting

one foot at 12 o’clock position.
5. Loosen the bolt on that foot. Observe indicator

travel and add shims as needed to reduce
“spring” to less than 0.002 in. (0.05 mm).
Repeat steps 4 and 5 on the remaining feet.

05
Installation
! DANGER LUBRICATION
Assure that properly sized vacuum breaks/ Every blower from Tuthill Vacuum & Blower
relief valves are used on the inlet side of Systems is factory-tested, oil-drained, and shipped
the blower. Also assure that properly sized dry to its installation point. Fill both independent oil
pressure relief valves are used on the outlet reservoirs to the proper level before operation. Oil
reservoirs are under the vacuum.
of the blower. The sizing shall be such to
assure that the proper flow can be achieved Shaft bearings at the gear end of the blower are
without exceeding the rated vacuum and splash-lubricated by one or both gears dipping into
pressure ratings. an oil reservoir formed in the gear end plate and
cover. Shaft bearings at the drive end of the blower
are lubricated by a slinger assembly dipping into
! DANGER an oil reservoir. Before starting the blower, fill the
oil sumps as described in Filling Procedure on
Blower housing and associated page 16.
piping or accessories may
become hot enough to cause Add oil to the blower in the quantity listed in
Table 4-1 on page 8. Make sure oil level is
major skin burns on contact.
maintained within the notched area of the sight
glass. See Figure 5-3. Lower drive blowers have
“bull’s eye” type oil level gauges. Maintain oil levels
! WARNING at the center of the glass.
Use lock out/tag out procedures
to disable the electrical energy ! WARNING
source before any service or
Never attempt to change or add lubrication
work is done on the blower.
while the blower is running. Failure to heed
this warning could result in damage to the
equipment or personal injury. Oil must be
! WARNING checked when the blower is NOT running.
Avoid extended exposure in
close proximity to machinery
with high intensity noise levels. ! WARNING
Wear adequate ear protection.
Properly dispose of the spent lubricants.
Refer to the manufacturer of the lubricant and
NNOTE: Use proper care and good procedures in
handling, lifting, installing, operating, and any regulations to assure proper and safe
maintaining the equipment. disposal.
! WARNING
Do not start the blower until you are sure oil
has been put in the gear housing and rear
cover. Operation of the blower without proper
lubrication will cause the blower to fail and
void the warranty.

05
Installation
Filling Procedure
Assure oil is compatible with copper/yellow See Recommended Lubricants on page 41 for
metals (if equipped with cooling coils). suggested lubricants and grease.
1. Remove the fill plugs or breathers from both

gear end and drive end plates.
See Table 4-1 for oil capacities. 2. Slowly pour oil through the fill until oil appears
in the oil sight glass. Bring the oil level to the
center of the sight glass.
3. Verify oil level is at proper level in both gear

end and drive end sight glasses.
4. Replace the fill plugs or breathers that were

removed in step 1.
HORIZONTAL FLOW SIDE BREATHER VERTICAL FLOW SIDE

& OIL FILL
(1) EA
END PLATE
OIL LEVEL
MAGNETIC GAUGE OIL LEVEL
DRAIN PLUG (1) EA GAUGE
(1) EA END COVER (1) EA
END PLATE END PLATE
END END
BREATHER
& OIL FILL
(1) EA
END PLATE
MAGNETIC
DRAIN PLUG
(1) EA
END PLATE
Figure 5-3 – Oil Fill, Drain Connections, and Oil Level Gauges

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Installation
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Hazards Associated With Breakdown or

Lubrication Ignition of Lubrication
What is the functional detriment if the “wrong
oil” is used? ! DANGER
The lubricant is selected based on bearing There is a risk associated
speed, gear speed, and operating temperature. with the lubrication media
If the lubricant is too light, it increases wear by breaking down and resulting
not separating the sliding surfaces and it will not in a hazardous fluid or vapor.
remove the heat adequately. If the lubricant is too There may also be a hazard
thick, the drag in the bearings is increased, causing associated with the ignition of
them to run hotter. Thicker lubricant will not flow the lubrication media. Refer to
as readily into the gears and it will reduce the the lubrication manufacturer’s
available backlash. Lubricants at our conditions are applicable instruction for safety
incompressible.
precautions.
What is the functional detriment if the oil is not
serviced?
If the lubricant is not serviced at the proper PIPING CONNECTIONS

interval, the shearing action in the bearing and the
gears will begin to take its toll and the lubricant
will thicken. The blower will run hotter and the ! WARNING
wear on moving parts will increase. The lubricant
Pipe loading on the blower should be
will generally appear dirtier, caused by material
negligible as pipe loading can cause
rubbing off the components. The lubricant will
discolor because of overheating. An indicator of the distortion of the blower. Use proper supports
breakdown of a lubricant is the increase in the Total and pipe hangers to assure that there is no
Acid Number (TAN) and a change of 10 percent in loading.
the base viscosity.
Several things are happening as the lubricant

goes through the blower. First, it is absorbing
frictional energy in the form of heat. This heat has Remove the protective covers from the inlet
to be dissipated through either surface contact and outlet ports and inspect for dirt and foreign
with cooler materials or in a rest volume of material.
lubricant. While reducing the friction, the lubricant
is also going through a shearing process and the Inlet and outlet connections on all blowers are
molecular structure is broken down. large enough to handle maximum volume with
minimum friction loss. Maintain same-diameter
The result is that the lubricant will begin to thicken piping. Do not support silencers by the blower.
because of the shorter molecular chains and the Avoid stress loads and bending moments.
drop out of additive packages. The thickened
lubricant will cause more drag, increasing the
friction and heat and further degrading the
lubricant.
Operation of the blower (environment, run time,

speed, and pressure) has a direct effect on duty
cycles. The published cycles are based on worst-
case conditions.

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Installation
Be certain all piping is clean internally before

connecting to the blower. Place a 16-mesh wire
COOLING COILS (OPTIONAL)
screen backed with hardware cloth at or near
the inlet connections for the first 50 hours of use ! CAUTION
until the system is clean. Clean the screen after
3 hours of operation and completely discard it If the blower is to be located outdoors or in a
once the system is clean, as it will eventually building where the temperature surrounding
deteriorate and small pieces going into the blower the blower or the water supply and return
can cause serious damage. A horizontal or vertical piping can fall below 35°F (2°C), then care
airflow piping configuration is easily achieved by must be taken to ensure that the water
rearranging the mounting feet position. (or other cooling liquid) does not freeze
and cause damage. Cooling coils must be
drained of liquid during downtime unless a
Hazards Associated With Hazardous recirculating unit using a glycol mixture has
Process Fluids been installed.
! DANGER
It shall be the responsibility Water cooled end plates are discontinued.
of the installer to ensure that Consult factory for connection details.
piping is adequate, sealing
between pipe joints is adequate
for the process fluids and
proper process and pressure
protection devices are in place.
Units are never shipped from the manufacturer
with liquid in the end plates or cooling coils.
It is also the responsibility
of the installer to assure that
process gasses are not vented Blowers supplied with coiling coils can be
in a manner that would be identified by the hose that connects the top of
hazardous. the gear (drive) end cover to the bottom of the
free (non-drive) end cover. See Figure 5-4 and
Refer to the manufacturer of the Figure 6-1 for details. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower
process media to assure that Systems recommends water cooling for blowers
proper safety precautions are in in applications where the blower operates with
place. discharge temperatures of 250°F (120°C) for 4
hours or more per day. Water cooling reduces oil
temperature and improves oil viscosity for better
lubrication. A water flow of 0.5 – 1.0 GPM (1.9 –
Blockage or Restriction 3.8 L/min) is generally sufficient to maintain oil
temperatures of 150°F (65°C) or below. Do not
allow water pressure to exceed 75 psig
! WARNING (510 kPa g).
Damage to the blower could occur if there is
blockage in the inlet or outlet ports or piping.
Care should be taken when installing the
blower to assure that there are no foreign
objects or restrictions in the ports or piping.

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Installation
COOLING WATER CONNECTIONS Establish proper gap between coupling halves

according to the coupling manufacturer’s
AND SPECIFICATIONS — COOLING instructions with the motor armature. Proper
gap will minimize the chance of end thrust
COILS (OPTIONAL) on the blower shaft. Re-align and grease all
direct-coupled base-mounted blowers after field
installation.
! WARNING
The cooling water pressure shall not exceed
75 psig (5.17 bar g).
MOTOR DRIVES
Figure 5-4 – Water Cooling Connections
Two drive connections commonly used are direct Coupling halves must correctly fit the blower and
drive and V-belt drive. drive shafts so that only light tapping is required to
install each half. The two shafts must be accurately
aligned. A direct-coupled blower and motor must
Direct Coupled be aligned with the two shafts having no more than
0.005 in. (13 mm) Total Indicator Reading (TIR).
When installing the motor directly to the blower, Make sure the face is aligned within 0.002 in. (0.05
align the shafts to the coupling according to the mm).
coupling manufacturer’s instructions. Blowers Establish proper gap between coupling halves
shipped with the motor directly coupled and according to the coupling manufacturer’s
mounted on a common base have been aligned instructions with the motor armature. Proper
prior to shipment. Further alignment is not normally gap will minimize the chance for end thrust
necessary, but be sure to check the alignment and on the blower shaft. Re-align and grease all
make adjustments if necessary prior to starting the direct-coupled base-mounted blowers after field
blower. installation.

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Installation
V-Belts
If the motor and blower are V-belt connected, the
sheaves on both the motor and blower shafts Too Tight
should be as close to the shaft bearings as
possible. Blower sheave is not more than 1/4 in.
(6.5 mm) from the blower drive end cover. The Too Tight
Slight Bow Too Loose
drive sheave is as close to the driver bearing as
possible. Take care when installing sheaves on Figure 5-5 – General appearance of a V-belt drive
the blower and motor shafts. Make sure the face is Slight Bow Too Loose
20” (50.8 cm)
accurately in line to minimize belt wear.
20/64” = 5/16” (8 mm)
Adjust the belt tension to the manufacturer’s 20” (50.8 cm)
specifications using a belt tension tester. Check 8-10 lb=s.5/16” (8 mm)
20/64”
(3.6-4.5
new belts for proper tension after 24 hours of run kg)
time. When manufacturer data is not available,

8-10 lb
industry guidelines recommend 1/64 in. deflection (3.6-4.5 s.
kg )
for each inch of span (0.157 mm deflection per
centimeter of span) at 8 – 10 lb (3.6 – 4.5 kg) of
force in the center of the belt.
Figure 5-6 – Setting of proper tension for a V-belt drive
Insufficient tensioning is often indicated by slipping
(squealing) at start-up. Do not use belt dressing Check the blower after installation and before
on V-belts. Keep sheaves and V-belts free of oil applying power by rotating the drive shaft by hand.
and grease. Remove tension from belts if the
drive is to be inactive for an extended period of If the drive shaft does not rotate freely:
time. For more specific information, consult the
drive manufacturer. In a V-belt drive, the blower • Look for uneven mounting, piping strain,
sheave must fit its shaft accurately, run true, and excessive belt tension, or coupling misalignment
be mounted as close to the bearing housing as • Check the blower to make sure oil was added to
possible to minimize bearing loads. the reservoirs
A tight or driving fit will force the drive shaft out of

its normal position and cause internal damage. A Setting V-Belt Tension
loose fit will result in shaft damage or breaking.
Make sure the motor sheave fits correctly and is Proper belt tension is essential to long blower
properly aligned with the blower sheave. life. Figure 5-5, Figure 5-6, and the following
procedure are provided to aid in field-adjusting
Adjust the motor position on its sliding base V-belts (when the blower is so equipped) for
so that belt tension is in accordance with drive maximum performance. A visual inspection of the
manufacturer’s instructions. Always avoid V-belt drive should yield the appearance shown in
excessive belt tension. Recheck tension after Figure 5-5.
the first 10 hours of operation and periodically
thereafter to avoid slippage and loss of blower Factors outside the control of the belt tensioning
speed. system used on an individual blower package
assembly, such as environmental factors and
quality of the belts installed, may contribute to
decreased belt life. Such factors can cause wear
of the belts beyond the ability of the tensioning
system to compensate.

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Installation
As such, it is recommended to check belt tension sheaves, with 8 – 10 lb (3.6 – 4.5 kg) force
monthly and make any manual adjustments found applied at the center point of the top section of
necessary. belt.
1. Turn off and lock out power. 5. Install the belt guard, making sure that all drive
components are free of contact with the guard.
2. Remove the belt guard fasteners (if equipped).
6. Install the belt guard fasteners that were
3. Remove the belt guard. removed in step 2.
4. Check and adjust the belt tension as 7. Unlock the power and start the blower.
necessary. Tension should be 1/64 in.
deflection per inch of span (0.157 mm 8. Resume normal operation.
deflection per centimeter of span) between
V-Belt Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION

Belts slip (sidewalls
Not enough tension Replace belts; apply proper tension.
glazed)
Shock load Apply proper tension.
Drive squeals Not enough arc of contact Increase center distance.
Heavy starting load Increase belt tension.
Replace set of belts and install
Broken cord caused by prying on sheave
correctly.
Overloaded drive Redesign drive.
Impulse loads Apply proper tension.
Misalignment of sheave and shaft Re-align drive.
Belt(s) turned over
Worn sheave grooves Replace sheaves.
Check drive design.
Excessive belt vibration Check equipment for solid mounting.
Consider use of banded belts.

Mismatched belts New belts installed with old belts Replace belts in matched sets only.
Shock loads Apply proper tension; recheck drive.
Apply proper tension; recheck drive.
Heavy starting loads
Breakage of belt(s) Use compensator starting.
Belt pried over sheaves Replace set of belts correctly.
Foreign objects in drives Provide drive guard.

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Installation
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION

Sheave grooves worn Replace sheaves.
Sheave diameter too small Redesign drive.
Mismatched belts Replace with matched belts.
Rapid belt wear Drive overloaded Redesign drive.
Belt slips Increase tension.
Sheaves misaligned Align sheaves.
Oil or heat condition Eliminate oil. Ventilate drive.
Motor and Electrical Connections
! WARNING
The motor and connections shall be protected
to assure that product and environmental
condensation does not come in contact with
the electrical connections.
It is the responsibility of the installer to assure

that the motor is in compliance with the latest
edition of IEC 60204-1 and all electrical
connections are performed per IEC 60204-1,
this includes overcurrent protection.
Wire the motor and other electrical devices, such

as solenoid valves and temperature switch, to the
proper voltage and amperage as indicated on the
nameplate of the component being wired. Turn
the blower by hand after wiring is completed to
determine that there are no obstructions and that
the blower turns freely. Then, momentarily start the
blower to check the direction of rotation.
Figure 4-2 shows direction of airflow in relation to
rotor rotation. The airflow direction can be reversed
by reversing the appropriate motor leads.

06
OPERATION
GENERAL Before starting the blower for the first time under
power, recheck the installation thoroughly to
reduce the likelihood of difficulties. Use the
following checklist as a guide, but consider any
! DANGER other special conditions in your installation.
The blower is not intended to be used 1. Be certain no bolts, rags, or dirt have been left
with explosive products or in explosive in blower.
environments. The blower is not intended
2. Be certain that inlet piping is free of debris. If
an open outdoor air intake is used, be sure the
hazardous and toxic gases. Consult the opening is clean and protected by an inlet filter.
factory for support. This also applies to indoor use.
3. If installation is not recent, check blower

leveling, drive alignment, belt tension, and
! WARNING tightness of all mounting bolts.
Do not operate without guards 4. Be certain the proper volume of oil is in the oil
in place. reservoir chambers.
5. Be certain the driving motor is properly

lubricated and connected through suitable
electrical overload devices.
6. With electrical power off and locked out to

prevent accidental starting, rotate the blower
shaft several times by hand to make sure the
blower is rotating freely. Unevenness or tight
spots are indicators of a condition that should
! WARNING be corrected before progressing.
Maximum operating speed: Table 4-2 states
7. Check motor rotation by momentarily pushing
the maximum operating speed in RPM
the START button and then checking the flow
(rotations per minute), the maximum pressure
direction of the blower. Reverse the motor
differential, maximum vacuum and maximum connections if the flow is in the wrong direction.
temperature rise. Do not exceed these limits.

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Operation
Carry out initial operation under “no load” steady. These checks may be particularly important
conditions by opening all valves and venting the if the blower is part of a process system where
discharge to the atmosphere, if possible. Then, conditions may vary. At the first opportunity, stop
start the motor briefly, listen for unusual noises, the blower and clean or remove the inlet filter.
and make sure the blower coasts freely to a stop. Also recheck leveling, coupling alignment or belt
If no problem appears, repeat this check and let tension, and mounting bolts for tightness.
the motor run slightly longer. If any questions exist,
investigate before proceeding.
Assuming all tests are satisfactory, the blower will START-UP CHECKLIST
now be ready for continuous full-load operation.
During the first several days, check periodically to It is recommended that these start-up procedures
make sure all conditions remain acceptable and be followed in sequence and checked off ( ) in
the boxes provided in any of the following cases.
• During initial installation • After maintenance work has been performed

• After any shutdown period • After blower has been moved to a new location
DATES
CHECKED:
Check the unit for proper lubrication. Proper oil level is critical. See Lubrication on page
15. See Recommended Lubricants on page 41 for information on acceptable
lubricants for the product.
Check the V-belt drive for proper belt alignment and tension.
Carefully turn the rotors by hand to be certain they do not bind.
! WARNING
Disconnect power. Make certain power is
off and locked out before touching any
rotating element of the blower, motor, or drive
components.
“Bump” the unit with the motor to check rotation (counterclockwise when facing the shaft)
and to be certain it turns freely and smoothly.
Start the unit and operate it for 30 minutes at no load. During this time, feel the cylinder
for hot spots. If minor hot spots occur, see Troubleshooting on page 37.
Apply the load and observe the operation of the unit for 1 hour.
If minor malfunctions occur, discontinue operation and see Troubleshooting on page

37.

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Operation
OPERATING ! CAUTION
The upper temperature limit for blower operation is Use of a thermowell insulates the
measured in the exhaust gas stream with a low- thermocouple. Invalid and delayed readings
mass thermocouple. When this temperature limit will result. This can result in ineffective
switch is installed, as the temperature exceeds the protection devices.
predetermined temperature, the blower motor will
stop and cannot be restarted until the temperature
drops below the trip setting of the temperature
switch.
The upper temperature limits are not intended

for continuous operation. Consult with factory
! DANGER for detailed information assistance.
The blower is not intended to be used
with explosive products or in explosive
environments. The blower is not intended
! CAUTION
hazardous and toxic gases. Consult the Do not stop the blower if there are high
factory for support. outlet pressures in the outlet piping. Unload
the outlet piping prior to shutting down the
blower.
! WARNING Stop the blower by turning off the motor. Isolate

Physical harm may occur if human body parts the blower from the vacuum system and vent the
are in contact or exposed to the process blower to the atmosphere. Turn off the cooling
vacuum. Assure that all connections are water, if the blower is water cooled. Stop the
backing pump. See the component instruction
protected from human contact.
manual.
! WARNING METHANE GAS APPLICATIONS

If rated vacuum or pressure levels are Some sewage gases will adhere to the rotors in a
exceeded, process fluids will migrate to other gas blower. If enough sludge from the gas being
parts of the blower and system. pumped builds up on the rotors, it destroys the
clearances between the rotors. The build-up can
cause the blower to clatter and eventually freeze
up when the rotors no longer have clearance to
! CAUTION turn. This can be easily prevented by periodically
flushing the blower with a mixture of 75% kerosene
Do not touch hot surfaces.
or fuel oil and 25% lubricating oil. The kerosene
Do not touch the blower while or fuel oil dissolves the sludge build-up and the
it is in operation and assure lubricating oil coats the rotors to slow the build-up.
blower is cool when not in
operation.

06
Operation
Inject the mixture on the inlet side through a valve Operation

set to feed 1 gal (3.8 L) of mixture in 15 – 20
minutes. On blowers that are regularly flushed, 1. Check the oil level in the sight glass of the
flushing once a week is sufficient. If the blower is blower and make sure all fittings are tight.
dirty, flush it daily until the hard build-up is removed
and then move to a weekly flushing cycle. In very 2. Check the water injection system to make sure
dirty gas installations, vary the cycle to meet the water is available.
demand.
3. Operate the blower dry for 3 minutes at no
load to check for correct rotation and smooth
operation.
FLUSHING
FLUID
CONTROL 4. Turn the water on and adjust the flow as
VALVE recommended for the individual blower. Make
sure the water discharges freely from the outlet
piping.
5. Apply vacuum and observe operation at the

desired inlet condition.
Shutdown
It is possible to shut down the blower for brief
periods by relieving the inlet vacuum, shutting off
the water, and then stopping the blower.
Figure 6-1 – Flushing To avoid rusting during a slightly longer shutdown

period, operate the blower under a partial vacuum
without the water injection, allowing the blower to
heat within safe limits. The heat will tend to drive
WATER-INJECTED BLOWERS off residual moisture.
For extended shutdown, oil may be injected into

Water injected into the inlet of a blower operating the inlet of the heated blower just prior to shutting
on vacuum service will cool the blower. The water down the blower. The oil will provide a protective
absorbs the heat of compression as it passes coating on the internal components. Make sure the
through the blower along with the air/gas being water is completely shut off after shutdown.
compressed. A blower cooled in this manner can
operate safely at higher vacuums or higher inlet Special coatings or platings are available to
temperatures than an uncooled blower. minimize rusting or corrosion in applications where
blowers can remain wet.
The amount of water required depends on the
inlet air/gas temperature, inlet vacuum, water Always use vertical-flow blowers with two-lobed,
temperature, and maximum discharge temperature plugged rotors. Always orient the system with
desired. Check with the factory or sales the blower intake at the top and discharge at the
representative for more guidance. bottom.

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Operation
! CAUTION
Water injection can cause lime build-up on Care must be taken not to overload or
overheat the blower during this procedure.
rotors. Check water supply for hardness. The
use of water softeners, other chemicals, or
distilled water may be necessary to prevent 1. Isolate the blower from the moist system
or remove this build-up. However, due to piping, allowing the blower to intake
the wide variations in mineral content, pH, atmospheric air. Operate the blower under a
and chemical content of water that can be slight load, allowing the blower to heat within
safe limits. The heat generated by the blower
injected, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems
will quickly evaporate residual moisture.
cannot be responsible for damage which
may result should this build-up occur. Units 2. For carpet cleaning applications, after the
should be inspected regularly to determine work is completed, allow the blower to run
any problems. 3 – 5 minutes with the suction hose and wand
attached. The suction hose and wand will
provide enough load to the blower to evaporate
the moisture quickly.
3. For extended shutdown, inject a small amount

For liquid injection other than water, consult of a light lubricating oil such as 3-in-One® or
the factory. a spray lubricant such as WD-40® into the
inlet of the blower just before shutdown (3-in-
One and WD-40 are registered trademarks of
WD-40 Company). The lubricant will provide
RECOMMENDED SHUTDOWN an excellent protective coating on the internal
surfaces. If using a spray lubricant, take care
PROCEDURE TO MINIMIZE RISK to prevent the applicator tube from getting
OF FREEZING OR CORROSION sucked into the blower. The applicator tube will
damage the blower, likely to a degree where
When an air piping system has high humidity or repair would be required.
moisture, water condensation can occur after
4. If the blower is being taken out of commission
the blower is shut down and it begins to cool.
for an extended period of time, see Long-
Condensation creates an environment favorable
Term Storage on page 30.
to corrosion of the iron internal surfaces and to
ice formation in cold weather. Both conditions can
close the operating clearances, causing the blower
to fail upon future start-up.
The following shutdown procedure minimizes

the risk of moisture condensation, corrosion, and
freezing.

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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL ! CAUTION
Regular inspection of the blower and its During routine maintenance, inspect and
installation, along with complete checks on assure that guards are in place and secure.
operating conditions, will pay dividends in added
life and usefulness. Also, service the drive per
the manufacturer’s instructions and lubricate Pay special attention to lubrication of timing gears
the coupling or check the belt drive tension. Use and bearings according to the information in
thermometers and gauges to make sure that Lubrication on page 15.
blower operating temperature and pressure remain
within allowed limits. When a blower is taken out of service, it may
require internal protection against rusting or
corrosion. The need for such protection must be
! DANGER a matter of judgment based on existing conditions
as well as length of downtime. Under atmospheric
The blower and parts may conditions producing rapid corrosion, protect the
contain hazardous media. blower immediately. See Long-Term Storage on
Assure that pump and parts are page 30.
evacuated of hazardous media
prior to servicing.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
! CAUTION A well-designed maintenance program will add
The electrical service must be isolated and
years of service to the blower.
de-energized prior to maintenance. Apply Check a newly installed blower frequently during
appropriate procedures to assure electrical the first month of operation, especially lubrication.
supply is de-energized and cannot be With the blower at rest, check the oil level in both
inadvertently energized during maintenance. the gear (drive) end and free (non-drive) end of
the blower and add oil as needed. Complete oil
Assure piping and product is isolated prior
changes are recommended every 1,000 - 1,200
to maintenance of blower. Apply appropriate
operating hours, or more frequently depending
procedures to assure piping and product on the type of oil and operating temperature. Also
is isolated and that inadvertent opening of change the oil more frequently if pumping corrosive
valves cannot occur during maintenance. vapors or where excessive operating temperatures
are encountered. The following is recommended as
a minimum maintenance program.

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Maintenance
DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY
1. Check and maintain oil 1. Clean all air filters. A clogged 1. Inspect the entire system for leaks.
level, and add oil as air filter can seriously affect the
necessary. efficiency of the blower and cause 2. Inspect the condition of the oil and
overheating and oil usage. change if necessary.
2. Check for unusual
noise or vibration (See 2. Check the relief valve to make sure 3. Check drive belt tension and
Troubleshooting on it is operating properly. tighten if necessary.
page 37).
In developing a stock of spare parts, consider the

following factors:
Oil levels should be checked every 24 hours of • The degree of importance in maintaining the
operation. blower in a “ready” condition
• The time lag in parts procurement

Proper oil drain schedules require oil be changed
before the contaminant load becomes so great • Cost
that the lubricating function of the oil is impaired
or heavy disposition of suspended contaminants • Shelf life (seals and O-rings)
occurs. To check the condition of the oil, drain a
sample into a clean container and check for the
presence of water or solids. Slight discoloration of
the oil should not necessitate an oil change.
FACTORY SERVICE AND REPAIR
With proper care, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower
Systems blowers will give years of reliable service.
SPARE PARTS The parts are machined to close tolerances
and require special tools by mechanics who are
Should adjustments or replacement be needed, skilled at this work. Should major repairs become
repairs can often be performed locally as described necessary, contact the factory for the location of
in this manual after obtaining the required parts. the nearest service facility.
Personnel should have a good background of
mechanical experience and be thoroughly familiar
with the procedures outlined in this manual. For
major repairs not covered in this manual, contact Current regulations require Material Safety
the nearest Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems Data Sheet to be completed and forwarded to
service representative. Tuthill Corporation on any unit being returned
for any reason which has been handling or
When ordering parts, supply the blower nameplate involved with hazardous gases or materials.
information, as well as the item number and parts This is for the protection of the employees of
description as per the parts lists and assembly Tuthill Corporation who are required to perform
drawings. Repair kits are available for all models. service on this equipment. Failure to do so will
These kits contain all the seals, bearings, O-rings, result in service delays.
locks, and special retaining screws necessary for
an overhaul. For convenience when ordering parts,
complete the Operating Data Form included on
the inside, back cover of this manual.

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Maintenance
10. If possible, rotate the drive shaft by hand at

least monthly to prevent seals from setting in
When returning a blower to the factory for one position.
repair under warranty, please note the factory
will not accept any unit that arrives without
authorization. Contact Customer Service for
return authorization.
LONG-TERM STORAGE
Any time the blower will be stored for an extended
period of time, make sure it is protected from
corrosion by following this procedure:
1. Spray the interior (lobes, housing, and end

plates) with rust preventative. Repeat as
conditions dictate and on an at least a yearly
basis.
2. Fill both end covers completely full of oil.
3. Firmly attach a prominent tag stating that the

end covers are full of oil and must be drained
and refilled to proper levels before start-up.
4. Apply a rust-preventative grease to the drive

shaft.
5. Spray all exposed surfaces, including the inlet

and discharge flanges, with rust preventative.
6. Seal the inlet, discharge, and vent openings.

It is not recommended that the blower be set
in place, piped to the system, and allowed to
remain idle for a prolonged amount of time. If
any component is left open to the atmosphere,
the rust preventative will escape and lose its
effectiveness.
7. During storage, make sure the blower does not

experience excessive vibration.
8. Attach a desiccant bag to one of the covers to

prevent condensation from occurring inside the
blower. Make sure any desiccant bag (or bags)
is attached to the covers so that they will be
removed before start-up of the blower.
9. Store the blower in an air conditioned and

heated building if possible. If air conditioned
and heated storage is not possible, make
conditions as dry as possible.

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DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
DISASSEMBLY OF BLOWER Gears are not exposed for visual inspection prior to
disassembly.
• Broken teeth
• Chipped teeth
! WARNING • Uneven wear
Before performing any repair or replacement, • Excessive wear
• Any other abnormalities
disconnect and lock out power.
Snap-On P/N CJ83-3

or equivalent
With proper maintenance and lubrication, normal
Snap-On
life expectancy for gears, bearings, and seals 3/4
” Drill Ø 11/16”
Tap 3/4” - 16 UNF
P/N CJ66-15-3
or equivalent
can be achieved. However, over time these parts
must be repaired or replaced to maintain the 17
7/16” × 1” Slot
(Thru)
/8”
efficiency of the blower. This section is written in a 15
way that will allow you to completely disassemble /16
”
the blower. The inspection of certain repairable 2”
or replaceable parts is referred to at the point of 1”

disassembly where these parts are exposed. If 25
/8”
repair or replacement is deemed necessary at any
point of inspection, appropriate instruction is given 51
/4”
to achieve.
Remove the oil drain plugs in the bottom of the end

covers and drain the oil. Remove eight cap screws
and remove the gear cover. It may be necessary Figure 8-1 – Bar puller
to tap the sides with a mallet or wooden block to
break the seal joint. See Figure 13-5 for further details.
1. Make sure that all oil is drained from blower

and remove the port fittings.

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Disassembly and Reassembly
2. Remove the spanner lock nut, dust washer, NNOTE: Using two bar pullers is recommended.
screws, and seal adapter housing. Tap out the
seal and discard O-rings. Remove the spacers, 18. Attach the bar puller to the gear end plate bore
and discard the O-ring. and push out the rotors, one at a time.
3. Remove the cap screws from the gear end 19. Using the rubber mallet, tap the end plate from
cover. the housing.
4. Remove the gear end cover using the beveled 20. Using a soft metal punch and a mallet, tap out
chisel and hammer, unless jackscrew holes the bearings from the end plate bores.
have been provided.
21. Using a bevel chisel, remove the seals from
5. Remove the snap ring from drive shaft. end plate bores.
6. Using the gear pullers, remove the drive shaft 22. On blowers with labyrinth seals installed,
bearing. remove the labyrinth seals with a beveled
chisel and hammer, if necessary.
7. Remove the drive shaft.
23. Inspect all parts for wear and serviceability.
8. Remove the gear Iock nuts and locks.
9. Align the timing marks (See Figure 8-2 on

timing gears). ASSEMBLY OF BLOWER
10. Rotate the drive gear in a clockwise rotation The assembly procedure is generally the same for
approximately 4 or 5 teeth and mark this all series, but notations are made where there are
location (see Figure 8-3). This gear position differences.
is necessary so rotors will clear and not
jam. Do not allow the reference marks to Gaskets are never used between rotor housing and
change location while the driven gear is being end plates. Gaskets are used on 16/47 and 17/46
removed. series between the end covers and end plates to
seal oil leakage. Dowel pins are used to locate the
11. Using the gear pullers, pull the driven gear first. end plates, housing, and drive end cover in proper
location relative to each other. Be sure the dowel
12. After removal of the driven gear, continue with pins are in place.
pulling the drive gear.
It is recommended that the gear end rotor shaft
13. Remove the gear end bearing retainer rings, bearings be purchased from Tuthill Vacuum &
exposing the bearings. Blower Systems, as they are specially ground to
locate the rotors with correct end clearance relative
14. Remove the cap screws and free the end
to the gear end plate.
cover, exposing the oil slinger assembly.
15. Remove the flat-head socket screw from the oil

slinger and gently pry the oil slinger from the
shaft (on some models).
16. Remove the flat-head socket screw and

washer from the opposite rotor.
17. Use the bar pullers (see Figure 8-4) and

attach to free end plate bores. Using the bar
pullers, pull the free end plate from rotor shafts.

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Preparation of End Plates for Assembly
Make sure all parts are clean and free of any

nicks or burrs caused by disassembly. Lip-
seal blowers will require all sleeves or seal
journals to be polished to remove any nicks or
scratches. Failure to polish seal journals will
result in seal leakage or damage. See Special
Tool Drawings on page 43 for information
and dimensions on seal pressing tools as well
as other assembly tools required.
1. In blowers that have labyrinth seals, position Figure 8-2 – Keyways in line and timing marks matched
the labyrinth seals with the slots pointing up
and press one seal into each end plate bore.
2. In blowers that use lip seals as a means of

sealing, apply a smooth coating of Permatex
#2 or silicone sealer to the outer diameter (OD)
edge of the seal shell. Press a lip seal into
each end plate bore, making sure the seal “lip”
is facing up, or toward the oil. Apply grease to
lip seals only.
3. In blowers that require mechanical seals, apply

a smooth coating of silicone to the OD of the
seal shell as in step 2. Position the mechanical
seal with the carbon face up and press the
seal into each end plate bore. Wipe the carbon
with soft tissue and acetone or similar cleaner.
Make sure the seal is fully seated and the shell
is not deformed. Make sure the carbon is not
Figure 8-3 – Timing marks advanced 3 teeth (reference
scarred or cracked. Mating rings will be seated
marks aligned)
later in the assembly procedure.
Gear End Assembly 5. Place the gear end plate with the seals
installed on the rotor shafts. Make sure the
4. Stand the rotors on the free end in the arbor threads on the rotor shafts do not damage the
press. Make sure both keyways are in line and seals.
point to the right. Two-lobe rotors include two
keyways on each shaft. When positioning the 6. Blowers with mechanical face seals must have
rotors, two keyways (one on each rotor) should mating rings installed. Make sure the surface
point in the same direction, to the right. is clean, and gently place a few drops of
clean oil on the seal face for lubrication. Install
the mating ring (lapped surface) against the
carbon face.
7. Lightly coat the rotor shaft with anti-seize

compound or equivalent.

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8. Using flush-ground bearings on the gear end 14. In blowers that have mechanical face seals,
only, press the bearings onto the rotor shafts. check the lapped surface of the seal mating
ring to be sure it is perfectly clean. Use
soft tissue and cleaning agent (acetone) if
necessary. Place a few drops of lubricating oil
! CAUTION on its surface and install on the shaft with the
These bearings have flush ground faces lapped surface coming to rest on top of the
carbon. Gently press with fingers to make sure
and should be installed with manufacturer
compression is taking place and the ring is not
numbers up (toward gear). If no numbers
hung up for any reason.
appear on either side, look for a black dot
(acid mark) on the inner race. Install with dot 15. Lubricate the shafts and press the double row
up. Do not use bearings that have not been ball bearings on the rotor shafts and into the
flush ground to within a .001" (.025 mm) end plate bores. Secure with retainer rings and
tolerance. screws.
9. Install the oil retainer (4000 models only).
10. Install the bearing retainer ring and lock plates

These bearings have been flush ground at the
on all series blowers.
factory. The inner race will have a black dot
11. Check the clearance between the gear end etched on the surface. This dot must be up
plate and rotor lobe ends. Correct clearances and visible when the bearings are installed.
are listed in Assembly Clearances on page
39. 16. Check clearance between the face of the end
plate and the rotor lobes. See Figure 8-4 for
correct gear and clearances. If clearances are
not within specifications, recheck the parts
to find and correct the cause of improper
Position of timing marks is for removing or clearances before proceeding.
installing the driven gear. To remove the drive
gear, advance three teeth in the opposite 17. Install spacer (0.260 in. [6.60 mm] thickness)
direction. and oil slinger on the other shaft.
12. Stand the rotors on the arbor press with the

gear end shafts up and both keyways facing to
the right. The drive rotor should be on the left.
Oil slinger and its spacer should always be
13. Install the gear end plate, making sure the mounted on either shaft for vertical flow units.
feet are facing in the correct direction, over
the rotor shafts and coming to rest on top of
the rotor lobes. Be careful not to damage the 18. Install the timing shim in the same location
seals. as found in disassembly. This does not
necessarily ensure the blower will be in proper
time. Adjustments can be made later in the
assembly process.
19. Insert the gear keys into the rotor shaft

keyways. Loose fits are not acceptable.
20. Lubricate the shafts and install the driver gear

(right hand helix) on the drive rotor (left side).

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To install the driven gear, align the reference Adjusting Rotor Interlobe Clearance
marks as shown in Figure 5-5. Install the
driven gear carefully to avoid mashing any 32. Lay the blower down with the drive gear on
teeth when engaging the opposite gear. the left. Using feeler gauges, take interlobe
readings and record on each side of housing
21. Install the washers and flat-head allen screws. as indicated in Figure 8-4. By removing or
adding shim behind the helical gear, it rotates
22. Remove the assembly from the press and
as it is moved in or out and the driven rotor
stand it on the work table with the gears down.
turns with it, thus changing the clearance
Place blocks under the end plate to prevent
between rotor lobes. Changing the shim
the assembly from falling over. The drive gear
thickness 0.006 in. (0.16 mm) will change
should remain on the left side.
the rotor lobe clearance one-half the amount:
23. Place a small bead of an RTV silicone type 0.003 in. (0.08 mm).
sealer around the periphery of the end plate
EXAMPLE: See Figure 8-4, check the
and encircling each bolt hole.
clearance at AA (left-hand reading) and BB
24. Install the rotor housing and secure with four (right-hand reading). If AA reading is 0.003 in.
screws evenly spaced. (0.08 mm) and BB reading is 0.009 in.
(0.24 mm), by removing 0.006 in. (0.16 mm)
25. Check clearances between the end of the of shim, the readings will change one-half the
lobes and the housing using a flat bar and amount removed or 0.003 in. (0.08 mm). AA
feeler gauges or a depth micrometer. See should then read 0.006 in. (0.16 mm) and BB
Figure 8-4 for free end clearances. should read 0.006 in. (0.16 mm). The final
readings should be within 0.002 in. (0.05 mm)
Free End Assembly of each other.
26. On single and double envelope series, put To determine the amount of shim to add or
sealer on the free end plate (same as step 15). remove, subtract the smaller figure from the
larger. If the right side reading is higher than
27. Install the free end plate and secure it with 4 the left side, remove shim. If the right side
screws. reading is lower, add shim.
28. On single and double envelope series, repeat
step 7.
29. In blowers that have mechanical face seals,

install the bearing spacers (0.063 in. [0.06 mm]
thickness) on each shaft. Lubricate the shafts
and tap on the bearings.
30. Install the oil retainer rings with button-head

screws.
31. Install the oil slinger on lower rotor (either

shaft on vertical-flow blowers), spacer on the
opposite shaft, washers, and screws.
Figure 8-4 – Checking Rotor Interlobe Clearance

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33. Install the drive shaft and secure with allen Drive Shaft Assembly
screws. Check drive shaft runout at the seal
journal. Do not exceed 0.002 in. (0.05 mm) A. Install one thin spacer onto the drive shaft
TIR. Install the lockwire. so it is next to the bearing with the groove
out. Install one O-ring to seat in the groove of
34. Install the bearing on the drive shaft and the spacer. Lightly oil the face of the mating
secure with the retaining ring. The shield side ring, and install onto the shaft with the lapped
of the bearing must face outward. surface out. Install the large spacer with the
groove side facing the mating ring. Install the
35. Remove the temporary cap screws from each
thin spacer with the groove out. Install the
end plate and install the cover gasket and
O-ring so it will seat into the groove.
gear end cover. Make sure the dowel pins
are in place. Sealer is not required on factory- B. Remove the temporary hold-down bolts. Place
supplied gaskets. Secure with cap screws and a bead of silicone around the periphery of the
washers. end plate encircling each bolt. Install the gear
end cover and tighten the bolts. Install the
36. Coat the OD of the drive shaft seal with sealer,
large spacer with the groove out and install
and grease the ID. Install carefully over the
the free end spacer. Install the dust cover and
keyway and tap into the cover.
lock nut. Install the pipe plug into the bottom
37. Install the free end cover with gasket, and nosepiece in the cover silicone plug.
secure with cap screws and washers.
C. Fill with oil until oil can be seen in the middle
38. Install the port fittings, gaskets, and secure hole, and install the pipe plug. Continue to
with cap screws and washers. fill to the proper level. Wait 2 minutes before
installing the last pipe plug to make sure
proper oil level is maintained.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS –
DOUBLE ENVELOPE
Continue assembly:
A. Prepare the cover. Place the flange side down.

Install the first of the two snap rings into the
innermost groove. Press in the first of the two
mechanical seals. Lightly silicone the outer
case of the seal. Press the seal with the carbon
side down until seated against the snap ring.
Be careful not to distort the snap ring.
B. Install the second snap ring into the outer

groove. Place the mating ring from the first
seal into the cover with the lap surface up.
Press the second mechanical seal in, with the
carbon side groove down until seated against
outer snap ring. The carbon will seal against
the mating ring when the cover is installed on
the drive shaft.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Although Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems blowers are well designed and manufactured, problems may occur
due to normal wear and the need for readjustment. The following chart lists symptoms that may occur along
with probable causes and remedies.
SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDIES

Gear housing not
Tighten gear housing bolts.
tightened properly
Lip seal failure Disassemble and replace lip seal.
Loss of oil
Remove gear housing and replace sealant. See Disassembly
Insufficient sealant
of Blower on page 31.
Loose drain plug Tighten drain plug.
Correct oil level. Replace dirty oil. See Lubrication on page
Improper lubrication
15.
Excessive
bearing or gear Check belt manufacturer’s specifications for tension and adjust
Excessive belt tension
wear accordingly.
Coupling misalignment Check carefully. Re-align if necessary.
Check belt manufacturer’s specifications for tension and adjust
Slipping belts
accordingly.
Check for proper clearances. See Assembly Clearances on
Lack of volume Worn lobe clearances
page 39.
Speed too low Increase blower speed within limits.
Obstruction in piping Check system to ensure an open flow path.
Blower out of time Re-time.
Distortion due to
improper mounting or Check mounting alignment and relieve pipe strains.
pipe strains
Knocking
Excessive pressure Reduce to manufacturer’s recommended pressure. Examine
differential relief valve and reset if necessary.
Replace timing gears. See Disassembly of Blower on page
Worn gears
31.

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Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDIES

Too much or too little
Check oil level. See Lubrication on page 15.
oil in gear reservoir
Too low operating
Increase blower speed within limits.
speed
Clogged filter or
Excessive Remove cause of obstruction.
silencer
blower
temperature Excessive pressure
Reduce pressure differential across the blower.
differential
Elevated inlet
Reduce inlet temperature.
temperature
Check for proper clearances. See Assembly Clearances on
Worn lobe clearances
page 39.
Insufficient assembled
Correct clearances. See Assembly Clearances on page 39.
clearances
Case or frame
Check mounting and pipe strain.
Rotor end or tip distortion
drag Excessive operating
Reduce pressure differential.
pressure
Excessive operating
Reduce pressure differential or reduce inlet temperature.
temperature
Belt or coupling
Check carefully. Re-align if necessary.
misalignment
Check cylinder for hot spots, and then check for lobe contact at
Lobes rubbing these points. Correct clearances. See Assembly Clearances
on page 39.
Vibration Worn bearings or gears Check condition of gears and bearings. Replace if necessary.
Unbalanced or rubbing Possible build-up on casing or lobes, or inside lobes. Remove
lobes build-up and restore clearances.
Driver or blower loose Check mounting and tighten if necessary.
Check pipe supports, check resonance of nearby equipment,
Piping resonance
and check foundation.

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ASSEMBLY CLEARANCES
LOBES TO END PLATES LOBE TO HOUSING

MODEL GEAR END FREE END TIP-PORT INTERLOBE
0.003 – 0.006 in. 0.004 – 0.009 in. 0.005 – 0.009 in.
3202
(0.08 – 0.15 mm) (0.10 – 0.23 mm) (0.13 – 0.23 mm)
0.003 – 0.006 in. 0.004 – 0.009 in. 0.005 – 0.009 in.
3204
(0.08 – 0.15 mm) (0.10 – 0.23 mm) (0.13 – 0.23 mm)
0.003 – 0.006 in. 0.006 – 0.011 in. 0.005 – 0.009 in.
3206
(0.08 – 0.15 mm) (0.15 – 0.28 mm) (0.13 – 0.23 mm)
0.003 – 0.006 in. 0.010 – 0.015 in. 0.005 – 0.009 in.
3210
(0.08 – 0.15 mm) (0.25 – 0.38 mm) (0.13 – 0.23 mm)
0.004 – 0.007 in. 0.006 – 0.011 in. 0.008 – 0.011 in.
4006
(0.10 – 0.18 mm) (0.15 – 0.28 mm) (0.20 – 0.28 mm)
0.004 – 0.007 in. 0.008 – 0.012 in. 0.008 – 0.011 in.
4009
(0.10 – 0.18 mm) (0.20 – 0.30 mm) (0.20 – 0.28 mm)
0.004 – 0.007 in. 0.010 – 0.014 in. 0.008 – 0.011 in.
4012 CENTER TIMED
(0.10 – 0.18 mm) (0.25 – 0.36 mm) (0.20 – 0.28 mm)
0.004 – 0.007 in. 0.012 – 0.016 in. 0.008 – 0.011 in.
4014
(0.10 – 0.18 mm) (0.30 – 0.41 mm) (0.20 – 0.28 mm)
0.005 – 0.007 in. 0.009 – 0.013 in. 0.012 – 0.014 in.
5507
(0.13 – 0.18 mm) (0.23 – 0.33 mm) (0.30 – 0.36 mm)
0.005 – 0.007 in. 0.012 – 0.016 in. 0.012 – 0.014 in.
5511
(0.13 – 0.18 mm) (0.30 – 0.41 mm) (0.30 – 0.36 mm)
0.005 – 0.007 in. 0.014 – 0.018 in. 0.012 – 0.014 in.
5514
(0.13 – 0.18 mm) (0.36 – 0.46 mm) (0.30 – 0.36 mm)
0.005 – 0.007 in. 0.016 – 0.020 in. 0.012 – 0.014 in.
5516
(0.13 – 0.18 mm) (0.41 – 0.51 mm) (0.30 – 0.36 mm)
0.005 – 0.007 in. 0.018 – 0.023 in. 0.012 – 0.014 in.
5518
(0.13 – 0.18 mm) (0.46 – 0.58 mm) (0.30 – 0.36 mm)

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TORQUE CHART
Data shown represents “wet” torque values.
PART DESCRIPTION TORQUE
3 ft-lb
CAP SCREW 10-32UNF
(4 N-m)
6 ft-lb
CAP SCREW 1/4"-20UNC GR5
(8 N-m)
13 ft-lb
(17 N-m)
23 ft-lb
(31 N-m)
57 ft-lb
(77 N-m)
113 ft-lb
(153 N-m)
200 ft-lb
(271 N-m)

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS FOR ROTARY BLOWERS AND VACUUM

BOOSTERS
RECOMMENDED MINERAL BASED LUBRICANTS
AMBIENT
SHELL CITGO CHEVRON EXXONMOBIL
TEMPERATURE
0° to 32°F TELLUS® S2 M 68 A/W 68 RANDO HD 68 DTE HEAVY MEDIUM
(-18° to 0°C) (ISO 68) (ISO 68) (ISO 68) (ISO 68)
32° to 90°F TELLUS® S2 M 100 A/W 100 RANDO HD 100 DTE HEAVY
(0° to 32°C) (ISO 100) (ISO 100) (ISO 100) (ISO 100)
90° to 120°F* A/W 150 RANDO HD 150 DTE EXTRA HEAVY
—
(32° to 50°C) (ISO 150) (ISO 150) (ISO 150)
RECOMMENDED SYNTHETIC BASED LUBRICANTS**
AMBIENT
TUTHILL EXXONMOBIL SHELL
TEMPERATURE
0° to 32°F SHC 626 MORLINA® S4 B 68
(-18° to 0°C) (ISO 68) (ISO 68)
32° to 90°F PneuLube™ SHC 627 MORLINA® S4 B 100
(0° to 32°C) (ISO 100) (ISO 100) (ISO 100)
90° to 120°F* SHC 629 MORLINA® S4 B 150
(32° to 50°C) (ISO 150) (ISO 150)
RECOMMENDED MINERAL BASED, FOOD GRADE LUBRICANTS

LUBRICANT MEETING U.S. FDA REGULATION
21 CFR 178.3570 GOVERNING PETROLEUM LUBRICANT MEETING U.S. FDA REGULATIONS
AMBIENT
PRODUCTS WHICH MAY HAVE INCIDENTAL 21 CFR 172.878 AND 178.3620(A) FOR DIRECT
TEMPERATURE
CONTACT WITH FOOD, AND USDA H1 AND INDIRECT FOOD CONTACT
REQUIREMENTS
0° to 32°F CITGO CLARION® A/W 68 CITGO CLARION® 350 FOOD GRADE
(-18° to 0°C) (ISO 68) (ISO 68)
32° to 90°F CITGO CLARION® A/W 100
CONSULT FACTORY
(0° to 32°C) (ISO 100)
90° to 120°F*
CONSULT FACTORY CONSULT FACTORY
(32° to 50°C)

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Recommended Lubricants
RECOMMENDED SYNTHETIC BASED, FOOD GRADE LUBRICANTS

LUBRICANT MEETING U.S. FDA REGULATION
21 CFR 178.3570 GOVERNING PETROLEUM LUBRICANT MEETING U.S. FDA REGULATIONS
AMBIENT
PRODUCTS WHICH MAY HAVE INCIDENTAL 21 CFR 172.878 AND 178.3620(A) FOR DIRECT
TEMPERATURE
CONTACT WITH FOOD, AND INDIRECT FOOD CONTACT
AND USDA H1 REQUIREMENTS
0° to 32°F
(-18° to 0°C)
32° to 90°F PneuLube™ FG
CONSULT FACTORY
(0° to 32°C) (ISO 100)
90° to 120°F*
(32° to 50°C)
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS FOR M-D VACUUM BOOSTERS
REQUIREMENTS
• Suitable for high vacuum service
• 100 cSt @ 40°C
• Vapor pressure of 1 micron or less @ 70°F (21°C)
• Straight mineral (no additives) or PAO synthetic oil
RECOMMENDED GREASE FOR COMPETITOR® PLUS BLOWERS:

TUTHILL CITGO
For food grade requirements: Use Citgo Clarion® Food Grade HTEP grease,
Tuthill PneuLube™ NLGI #2 premium grade, NLGI No. 2 grade. It meets all requirements of FDA Regulation 21 CFR
petroleum base lithium grease. 178.3570 (the former USDA H-1 approval requirements) for lubricants having
incidental contact with food.
* For higher ambient temperatures, please consult the factory.
** Blowers used in oxygen-enriched service should use only Castrol Brayco 1726 Plus non-ﬂammable, PFPE synthetic lubricant.
Blowers used in hydrogen service should use only PneuLube synthetic oil. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems cannot accept
responsibility for damage to seals, O-rings and gaskets caused by use of synthetic lubricants not recommended by Tuthill
Vacuum and Blower Systems.

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SPECIAL TOOL DRAWINGS
.125 (3.175)
.002 (0.05) 4.00
101.6 .25
6.35
Ø 2.103 ± .010 MIN R
53.416 ± .25 Ø 2.746 ± .001
Ø 2.436 ± .001 69.748 ± .025
Ø 1.38 REF
61.874 ± .025 Ø 2.243 ± .001 35.05 Ø 2.50
56.972 ± .025 63.5
.05 × 30°
1.27
.12 × 45°
30° 3.048
0.187 (4.749) TOOL ASSEMBLY FOR DRIVE SHAFT
4.00 MECHANICAL SEAL INSTALLATION
101.6
0.08 (2.03) × 15° MATL P/N: CR1026T0-287075 × 4.25 (107.95) LG
MATL P/N: CR1215RO-0250 × 4.25 (88.9) LG MATL: COLD ROLLED 1026 TUBE
MATL: COLD ROLLED STEEL BAR 2.875 (73.025) OD × 4.25 (107.95) LONG
Ø 2.50 (63.5) OD × 4.25 (107.95) LG
TOLERANCES:
TOLERANCES .XX = ± .01 (0.3)
.XX = ± .01 (± .03) .XXX = ± .0005 (0.05)
.XXX = ± .005 (± .05) CHAMFERS = ± 2°
CHAMFERS = ± 2°
Figure 13-1 – 4000 Mechanical Seal Tool (T11549) Figure 13-3 – 4000/5500 Seal Pressing Tool (T11449-1)
4.00
.125 (3.175) 101.6
.002 (0.05) 1.562 .875
39.675 0.31 (7.87) 22.225
DIA. DRILL
TAP 3/8-16 NC .09 R
Ø 2.103 ± .010 2.29
53.416 ± .25
Ø 2.436 ± .001 Ø .375 Ø 3.000
Ø 2.500 9.525
61.874 ± .025 Ø 2.243 ± .001 63.5 76.2
56.972 ± .025 Ø 1.875
Ø 1.757
1.752 47.625
Ø 44.628 Ø 3.342
44.501 Ø .962 3.337
30° 24.435 Ø 84.887
0.187 (4.749) 84.759
4.00
101.6
0.08 (2.03) × 15° .09 R
2.29
MATL P/N: CR1215RO-0250 × 4.25 (88.9) LG THIS SURFACE
MATL: COLD ROLLED STEEL BAR MUST BE
Ø 2.50 (63.5) OD × 4.25 (107.95) LG SQUARE
WITH WITHIN
TOLERANCES .002 TIR
.XX = ± .01 (± .03)
.XXX = ± .005 (± .05)
CHAMFERS = ± 2°
Figure 13-4 – 4000/5500 Pressing Tool for Mechanical
Figure 13-2 – 4000 Mechanical Seal Tool (T11549) Seals

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Special Tool Drawings
2 REF 0.5
.75 50.8 12.7 1
19.02 25.4
1
25.4
MATL P/N: CR1018B0-200075 × 5.5 (139.7) LG
MATL: COLD ROLLED 1018 BAR SNAP-ON P/N
2.75 (69.85) × 5.5 (139.7) LONG CJ83-3 OR 2.63
EQUIVALENT 66.80
TOLERANCES
5.25
FRACTIONAL = ± .0005 (± 0.0127) 133.35
CHAMFERS = ± 2°
Ø 0.69 (17.52)
3/4-16UNF-2B
SNAP-ON P/N
CJ66-16-3 OR
EQUIVALENT
R 0.22 (5.58) TYP

0.44 REF
11.17
Figure 13-5 – 4000/5500 Gear and EP Tool (T29603)
NNOTE: All dimensions are shown in inches and

millimeters.

Parts List
PARTS LIST
Parts List for Model 3200 Series – Standard Seals
ITEM ITEM
PART DESCRIPTION QTY PART DESCRIPTION QTY
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 41 Lock Washer 24
3 Housing 1 42 Nameplate 1
4 End Plate 2 45 Drive Shaft 1
6 Drive End Cover 1 47 Retaining Ring 1
7 Free End Cover 1 50 Bearing 1
8 Timing Gear Set 1 51 Lab Seal 4
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 57 Spacer 1
10 Bearing, Free End 2 66 Cap Screw 2
12 Lip Seal 4 67 Spacer 2
13 Lip Seal 1 70 Oil Gauge 2
14 Retainer 4 85 Pipe Plug 6
16 Shim 2 98 Pipe Plug 6
16 Shim 2 123 Bearing Spacer 2
17 Spacer 1 129 Spacer 4
18 Spacer 1 174 Pipe Plug 2
20 Oil Slinger 1 234 Oil Level Tag 2
21 Oil Slinger 1 241 Cap Screw 12
22 Dowel Pin 0 242 Sight Gauge Frame 2
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame 2
24 Gear Key 2 244 Window Gasket 2
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 4 245 Frame Gasket 2
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 12

NOTES:
• QUANTITIES SHOWN ARE MAXIMUM
27 Lock Washer 24
VALUES. QUANTITIES MAY VARY BETWEEN
28 Gasket 2 BLOWER.
29 Cap Screw 4 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
30 Cap Screw 16 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
NUMBERS.
31 Magnetic Pipe Plug 2
37 Breather 2
38 Port Fitting 2
39 Port Fitting Gasket 2
40 Cap Screw 24

Parts List
Parts List for Model 3200 Series – Single Envelope
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 47 Retaining Ring 1
3 Housing 1 50 Bearing 1
4 End Plate 2 51 Lab Seal 4
6 Drive End Cover 1 54 Mechanical Seal 4
7 Free End Cover 1 57 Spacer 1
8 Timing Gear Set 1 66 Cap Screw 2
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 67 Spacer 2
10 Bearing, Free End 2 70 Oil Gauge 0
13 Lip Seal 1 85 Pipe Plug 6
14 Retainer 4 98 Pipe Plug 10
16 Shim 6 123 Bearing Spacer 2
17 Spacer 1 234 Oil Level Tag 2
18 Spacer 1 241 Cap Screw 12
20 Oil Slinger 1 242 Sight Gauge Frame 2
21 Oil Slinger 1 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame 2
22 Dowel Pin 0 244 Window Gasket 2
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 245 Frame Gasket 2
24 Gear Key 2
NOTES:
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 4
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 12 BLOWER.
27 Lock Washer 24 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
28 Gasket 2 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
NUMBERS.
29 Cap Screw 4
30 Cap Screw 16
37 Breather 2
38 Port Fitting 2
40 Cap Screw 24
41 Lock Washer 24
42 Nameplate 1
45 Drive Shaft 1

Parts List
Parts List for Model 3200 Series – Double Envelope
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 57 Spacer 1
3 Housing 1 66 Cap Screw 2
4 End Plate 2 67 Spacer 2
6 Drive End Cover 1 70 Oil Gauge 0
7 Free End Cover 1 74 Spacer 1
8 Timing Gear Set 1 75 O-Ring 1
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 76 Mechanical Seal 1
10 Bearing, Free End 2 77 Spacer 1
14 Retainer 4 82 Washer 1
16 Shim 2 83 Lock Nut 1
16 Shim 2 91 Drive Shaft Seal Adapter 1
17 Spacer 1 92 O-Ring 1
18 Spacer 1 93 Cap Screw 4
20 Oil Slinger 1 98 Pipe Plug 10
21 Oil Slinger 1 118 Shim 1
22 Dowel Pin 0 118 Shim 1
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 121 Pipe Plug 4
24 Gear Key 2 123 Bearing Spacer 2
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 4 140 O-Ring 1
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 12 174 Pipe Plug 4
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 12 234 Oil Level Tag 2
27 Lock Washer 24 241 Cap Screw 12
29 Cap Screw 4 242 Sight Gauge Frame 2
30 Cap Screw 16 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame 2
31 Magnetic Pipe Plug 2 244 Window Gasket 2
38 Port Fitting 2 245 Frame Gasket 2
40 Cap Screw 24
NOTES:
41 Lock Washer 24
42 Nameplate 1
45 Drive Shaft 1 BLOWER.
50 Bearing 1 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
51 Lab Seal 4 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
NUMBERS.
54 Mechanical Seal 4

Parts List
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 51 Lab Seal 4
3 Housing 1 61 Bearing Lock Plate 4
4 End Plate 2 62 Cap Screw 8
6 Drive End Cover 1 65 Lock Plate 2
7 Free End Cover 1 66 Cap Screw 4
8 Timing Gear Set 1 68 Dowel Pin 1
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 69 Cap Screw 1
10 Bearing, Free End 2 70 Oil Gauge 2/–
12 Lip Seal 4 85 Pipe Plug 4/6
13 Lip Seal 1 98 Pipe Plug –/4
14 Retainer 2 121 Pipe Plug 6/2
15 Oil Retainer Ring 4 123 Bearing Spacer 2
21 Oil Slinger 1 129 Spacer 4
22 Dowel Pin 6 174 Pipe Plug 2/–
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 234 Oil Level Tag –/2
24 Gear Key 2 241 Cap Screw – / 12
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 1 242 Sight Gauge Frame –/2
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 28 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame –/2
27 Lock Washer 28 244 Window Gasket –/2
28 Gasket 2 245 Frame Gasket –/2
29 Cap Screw 1
NOTES:
30 Cap Screw 4
31 Magnetic Pipe Plug 2 • QUANTITIES SHOWN ARE MAXIMUM
35 Lock Nut 2
BLOWER.
36 Washer 2
PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
37 Breather 2 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
38 Port Fitting 2 NUMBERS.
40 Cap Screw 28
41 Lock Washer 28
42 Nameplate 1
45 Drive Shaft 1
47 Retaining Ring 1
50 Bearing 1

Parts List
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 61 Bearing Lock Plate 4
4 End Plate 2 65 Lock Plate 2
6 Drive End Cover 1 66 Cap Screw 4
7 Free End Cover 1 68 Dowel Pin 1
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 70 Oil Gauge 2/6
10 Bearing, Free End 2 85 Pipe Plug 4/8
14 Retainer 2 121 Pipe Plug 6/2
15 Oil Retainer Ring 4 123 Bearing Spacer 2/–
21 Oil Slinger 1 174 Pipe Plug 2/–
22 Dowel Pin 6 234 Oil Level Tag –/2
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 241 Cap Screw – / 12
24 Gear Key 2 242 Sight Gauge Frame –/2
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 1 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame –/2
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 28 244 Window Gasket –/2
27 Lock Washer 28 245 Frame Gasket –/2
28 Gasket 2
NOTES:
29 Cap Screw 1
30 Cap Screw 4
31 Magnetic Pipe Plug 2 BLOWER.
35 Lock Nut 2 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
36 Washer 2 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
NUMBERS.
37 Breather 2
38 Port Fitting 2
40 Cap Screw 28
41 Lock Washer 28
42 Nameplate 1
45 Drive Shaft 1
47 Retaining Ring 1
50 Bearing 1
51 Lab Seal 4

Parts List
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 74 Spacer 2
3 Housing 1 75 O-Ring, Viton 2
4 End Plate 2 76 Mechanical Seal 1
6 Drive End Cover 1 77 Drive Shaft Face Seal Sleeve 2
7 Free End Cover 1 78 Retaining Ring 2
8 Timing Gear Set 1 82 Washer 1
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 83 Lock Nut 1
14 Retainer 2 86 Shim 1
15 Oil Retainer Ring 4 87 Sleeve 1
21 Oil Slinger 1 88 O-Ring, Viton 1
22 Dowel Pin 6 89 Spacer 1
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 90 Set Screw 2
24 Gear Key 2 91 Drive Shaft Adapter Seal 1
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 1 92 O-Ring, Viton 1
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 28 93 Cap Screw 4
27 Lock Washer 28 98 Pipe Plug 8
28 Gasket 1 108 Magnetic Pipe Plug 1/–
29 Cap Screw 4 121 Pipe Plug 7/3
30 Cap Screw 2/3 123 Bearing Spacer 2
31 Magnetic Pipe Plug 2 140 O-Ring, Viton 1
35 Lock Nut 2 174 Pipe Plug 2/–
36 Washer 2 234 Oil Level Tag –/2
38 Port Fitting 28 241 Cap Screw – / 12
40 Cap Screw 28 / 8 242 Sight Gauge Frame –/2
41 Lock Washer 1 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame –/2
42 Nameplate 1 244 Window Gasket –/2
45 Drive Shaft 1 245 Frame Gasket –/2
50 Bearing 4
NOTES:
51 Lab Seal 6
54 Mechanical Seal 4 • QUANTITIES SHOWN ARE MAXIMUM
61 Bearing Lock Plate 8 VALUES. QUANTITIES MAY VARY BETWEEN
BLOWER.
62 Cap Screw 2
65 Lock Plate 4 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
66 Cap Screw 1
NUMBERS.
68 Dowel Pin 1
69 Cap Screw 1
70 OIl Gauge 2

Parts List
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 57 Bearing Spacer 1
3 Housing 1 61 Bearing Lock Plate 6
4 End Plate 2 62 Cap Screw 12
6 Drive End Cover 1 65 Lock Plate 2
7 Free End Cover 1 66 Cap Screw 4
8 Timing Gear Set 1 68 Dowel Pin 1
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 69 Cap Screw 1
10 Bearing, Free End 2 70 Oil Gauge 2/–
14 Retainer 2 121 Pipe Plug 2/–
21 Oil Slinger 1 123 Bearing Spacer 4/2
22 Dowel Pin 6 129 Spacer 7/4
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 174 Pipe Plug –/5
24 Gear Key 2 234 Oil Level Tag –/2
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 1 241 Cap Screw – / 12
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 28 242 Sight Gauge Frame –/2
27 Lock Washer 56 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame –/2
28 Gasket 2 244 Window Gasket –/2
29 Cap Screw 1 245 Frame Gasket –/2
30 Cap Screw 6
NOTES:
35 Lock Nut 2
36 Washer 2 BLOWER.
37 Breather 2 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
38 Port Fitting 2 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
NUMBERS.
40 Cap Screw 28
42 Nameplate 1
45 Drive Shaft 1
46 Ring Adapter 1
47 Retaining Ring 1
50 Bearing 1
51 Lab Seal 4

Parts List
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 61 Bearing Lock Plate 6
4 End Plate 2 65 Lock Plate 2
6 Drive End Cover 1 66 Cap Screw 4
7 Free End Cover 1 68 Dowel Pin 1
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 70 Oil Gauge 2/–
10 Bearing, Free End 2 85 Pipe Plug 10 / 8
14 Retainer 4/2 123 Bearing Spacer 2/–
21 Oil Slinger 1 174 Pipe Plug 7/5
22 Dowel Pin 6 234 Oil Level Tag –/2
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 241 Cap Screw – / 12
24 Gear Key 2 242 Sight Gauge Frame –/2
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 1 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame –/2
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 28 244 Window Gasket –/2
27 Lock Washer 56 245 Frame Gasket –/2
28 Gasket 2
NOTES:
29 Cap Screw 1
30 Cap Screw 6
31 Magnetic Pipe Plug 2 BLOWER.
35 Lock Nut 2 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
36 Washer 2 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
NUMBERS.
37 Breather 2
38 Port Fitting 2
40 Cap Screw 28
42 Nameplate 1
45 Drive Shaft 1
46 Adapter Ring 1
47 Retaining Ring 1
50 Bearing 1
51 Lab Seal 4
57 Bearing Spacer 1

Parts List
ITEM ITEM
NO. NO.
1 Rotor 2 70 Oil Gauge 2
3 Housing 1 74 Spacer 2
4 End Plate 2 75 O-Ring, Viton 2
6 Drive End Cover 1 77 Drive Shaft Face Seal Sleeve 2
7 Free End Cover 1 80 Washer 1/–
8 Timing Gear Set 1 82 Washer 1
9 Bearing, Drive End 2 83 Lock Nut 1
14 Retainer 2 86 Shim 1
21 Oil Slinger 1 86 Shim 4
22 Dowel Pin 6 91 Drive Shaft Adapter Seal 1
23 Drive Shaft Key 1 92 O-Ring, Viton 1
24 Gear Key 2 93 Cap Screw 4
25 Rotor Shaft Washer 1 98 Pipe Plug 8
26 Cap Screw, Hex HD 28 123 Bearing Spacer 2
29 Cap Screw 4 136 Lock Washer 1/–
30 Cap Screw 2/3 140 O-Ring, Viton 1
31 Magnetic Pipe Plug 2 174 Pipe Plug 2/–
35 Lock Nut 2 224 Oil Retainer Plate 4/1
36 Washer 2 225 Cap Screw 4
38 Port Fitting 28 234 Oil Level Tag –/2
40 Cap Screw 28 / 8 241 Cap Screw – / 12
42 Nameplate 1 242 Sight Gauge Frame –/2
45 Drive Shaft 1 243 Sight Gauge Glass Frame –/2
50 Bearing 4 244 Window Gasket –/2
51 Lab Seal 6 245 Frame Gasket –/2
54 Mechanical Seal 4 255 Roll Pin 2/–
57 Bearing Spacer 1
NOTES:
61 Bearing Lock Plate 6
62 Cap Screw 2
65 Lock Plate 4 BLOWER.
66 Cap Screw 1 PARTS KITS ARE AVAILABLE. CONSULT
68 Dowel Pin 1 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR PART
NUMBERS.
69 Cap Screw 1

Assembly Drawings
ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS
Model 3200 – Standard Seals – Cutaway View

Assembly Drawings
Model 3200 – Standard Seals – Side and End Views

56
INSERT REQD NO. OF SHIMS
118 TO ACHEIVE DIMENSION
SHOWN IN VIEW A
NOTE:
75 50 64/67 SERIES BEARING ARE SHIELDED.
74 INSTALL WITH SHIELD TOWARD MECHANICAL SEAL
27
92
66 49 26A 16 17 1 3 4 54
Assembly Drawings
76
64/67 SERIES
140
77 26B 27
91
82
23
83
123
67
57
45
21
25
24
29
91
REF
29
Model 3200 – 54/57/64/67/81/84 – Cutaway View
.003 TO .009
BEYOND ITEM 91.
SEE ITEM 118 25 10
8 30
VIEW
NOT TO SCALE
64/67 SERIES 6
14
16 18 30 14 20 9 51 22 244 7
(1) EA END COVER

241 28 54/57/81/84 SERIES
234
245 243
47
54/57/81/84 SERIES 242
13
DRIVE SHAFT LIP SEAL OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE DETAIL 3210 MODEL SHOWN
ARRANGEMENT NOT USED ON 54/84 SERIES OR BOTTOM DRIVE UNITS

66 65 62 61 14 15 9 1 3 4 27 26
50
23

30
15
29
45 25
10
13
68
47
69
Model 4000 – Standard Seal – Cutaway Views
35
36
21
24 6 8 22 129 12 51 242 22 51 12 129 123 28 7

243 (1) EA
END COVER
234
241
245 244
OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE DETAIL
57
Assembly Drawings
Assembly Drawings
Model 4000 – Lip-Labyrinth – Side and End Views

50 65 66 27 26 62 61 14 15 1 3 4 27 26 30
15
23
123

29
25
45 47 13
10
68
Model 4000 – Single Envelope – Cutaway View
69
21
35 36 24 6 8 28 22 9 176 51 54 28 7
22 4 22
O-RING OPTION
O-RING BETWEEN END PLATE & HOUSING
BOTH END PLATES
59
Assembly Drawings
60
38 40 41 37 85 (2) EA PORT 37
Assembly Drawings
98
(2) EA
END PLATE
121 245 244
OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE
(1) EA END PLATE FARSIDE
(SEE DETAIL)
243 234
31 (1) EA 98 (2) EA
END PLATE END PLATE 241
RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE 4000

(4009 SHOWN) 242
OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE DETAIL
121 40 41 121 37 (1) EA END PLATE

85 (2) EA 174 (1) EA
121 85 (1) EA 174 (1) EA
38 PORT PORT
PORT PORT
Model 4000 – Single Envelope – Side and End Views
98 (4) EA
END PLATE
174 4009 4012

(1) EA
END PLATE
OPTIONAL FLANGED PORT FITTING DETAIL
121 (1) EA 85 (2) EA PORT 31 70 (1) EA
END PLATE END PLATE
BOTTOM DRIVE TOP DRIVE 4000

(4009 SHOWN)

181 166 180 181 180 166 97
97

97 SEE SEC
97 98
98
94
VERTICAL FLOW
97
96
95
181
FARSIDE
181 166 180 97
SEC
COOLING COIL DETAIL
(TYP BOTH ENDS)
SCALE: NONE
166
180
98 98
97 COOLING COIL OPTION
97 97
HORIZONTAL FLOW
Model 4000 – Single Envelope (Cooling Coil Option) – Side and End Views
61
Assembly Drawings
62
90 91 93 77 76 74 50 66 65 62 61 14 15 1 3 4 26 30 15
89
Assembly Drawings
83
87
123
45
23
29
25
140
10
88
75
68
82
.000 TO .005
BELOW ITEM 91
92
69
Model 4000 – Double Envelope – Cutaway View
86
INSERT SHIMS (IF REQD) BETWEEN
SLEEVE (ITEM 87) & BEARING
(ITEM 50) TO ACHIEVE
DIMENSION SHOWN ABOVE
21
35 36 24 6 8 22 9 51 54 7
176
22 4 22
O-RING OPTION
O-RING BETWEEN END PLATE & HOUSING
BOTH END PLATES

121 40 38 85 (2) EA
PORT
85 121
121 FARSIDE
245 244
98

(2) EA 243 234
END PLATE
(1) EA END PLATE 241
(SEE DETAIL)
31 (1) EA END PLATE 98 (2) EA

END PLATE
242
RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE 4000-67

4009 SHOWN OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE DETAIL
85 (2) EA 174 (1) EA

85 (1) EA 174 (1) EA PORT PORT
Model 4000 – 64-67-68 – Side and End Views
PORT PORT
98 (4) EA 121 (1) EA

END PLATE END PLATE
38 85 (2) EA 121
PORT
4009 4012
OPTIONAL FLANGED PORT FITTING DETAIL
174
(1) EA
END PLATE 121 85 40 31 (1) EA END PLATE 70 (1) EA END PLATE
(1) EA
END PLATE
BOTTOM DRIVE TOP DRIVE 4000-64

4009 SHOWN
63
Assembly Drawings
64
181 166 180 181 180 166 97
Assembly Drawings
97
152
273
97 SEE SEC
274
98
166 271 272 97
94
RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE VERTICAL FLOW
97
96
95
181 152 273 274

FARSIDE
181 166 180 97
SEC
COOLING COIL DETAIL

(TYP BOTH ENDS)
166 SCALE: NONE
180 166
98
97 180
97
97
COOLING COIL OPTION

Model 4000 – 64-67-68 (Cooling Coil Option) – Side and End Views
BOTTOM DRIVE TOP DRIVE HORIZONTAL FLOW

66 65 8 14 4 9 51 1 4 28 26 27 14
6
47
13
23
10
25

29
57
45
46
50 68
69
35
Model 5500 – Standard Seal – Cutaway View
36 24 62 61 129 12 22 3 51 12 129 123 30 21

245 244
243
~ 234
241
242
OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE DETAIL 5511 MODEL SHOWN
65
Assembly Drawings
66
50 66 65 14 9 4 3 1 51 54 123 26 27 14
Assembly Drawings
23 13 46
10
29
25
45 47
57
68
24
24
Model 5500 – Single Envelope – Cutaway View
69
36
35
8
30
6 62 61 22 22 21 7
176
28
126
4 22
O-RING SEALING ARRANGEMENT OPTION (R) 5514 SHOWN

TYP FOR BOTH END PLATES
SCALE: 1/2

27 40 38 (SEE PORT 174 85 (2) EA PORT 37 (1) EA END PLATE 98 40 38 (SEE PORT DETAIL) 85 (2) EA PORT 37 (1) EA END PLATE
DETAIL)
174 174

174 174
(1) EA (1) EA
END PLATE OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE END PLATE
(1) EA END COVER
(SEE DETAIL)
85 (1) EA 31 (1) EA 174 (1) EA 85 (2) EA 85 (1) EA 31 (1) EA 174 70 (1) EA 85 (2) EA
END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE
5500 (TOP DRIVE) 5500 (BOTTOM DRIVE)

5511 SHOWN 5511 SHOWN
85 38
245 244
38 (SEE PORT DETAIL) 27 40 85 (2) EA PORT

243 234
37 174 174 37
241
Model 5500 – Single Envelope – Side and End Views
NPT PORT FITTING DETAIL

174 FARSIDE MODEL 5507
242
85 174 38
OIL LEVEL SIGHT
98 GAUGE DETAIL
(2) EA (1) EA END PLATE
END PLATE
(SEE DETAIL)
31 (1) EA END PLATE 174 85 (2) EA END PLATE
RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE 5500 FLANGED PORT FITTING DETAIL

5511 SHOWN MODELS 5514 & 5518
67
Assembly Drawings
68
180 120 132 259 258 149
120
159 159
159
Assembly Drawings
163
163 163
NPT NPT FLANGED

5507 5511 5507, 5511, 5514, & 5518
94
HORIZONTAL FLOW
97
120 180 120 259 258 132 149
159 159 159 96
95
163 163 163
NPT NPT FLANGED SEC

5507 5511 5507, 5511, 5514, & 5518
VERTICAL FLOW COOLING COIL DETAIL
SCALE: 1/2
VENTING DETAIL
VENT TO INLET PORT
RIGHT SIDE & TOP INLET SHOWN
(SEE FACTORY FOR FLOW DIRECTION)
FARSIDE
181 166 180 97 181 166 180 97 180 166 181 180 166
97
181
166
180
97
97 97 97 98 SEE SEC
THIS SIDE 98 98
BOTTOM DRIVE TOP DRIVE RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE

HORIZONTAL FLOW VERTICAL FLOW
Model 5500 – Single Envelope (Cooling Coil Option) – Side And End Views

66 65 8 14 4 9 51 1 3 54 123
26 14 7
225 224
93 91

23 10
25
29
45
57
80
136
64/64W SERIES
TOP DRIVE ONLY 40 68
20
255
69
Model 5500 – Double Envelope – Cutaway View
36
83 93 91 77 54
35
45
24 62 61 22 21 30
140
75
176
50
82
.000 TO .005 86 INSERT SHIMS (IF REQD)
BELOW ITEM 91 BETWEEN SPACER (ITEM 74)
126
AND DRIVE SHAFT BEARING
92 74 TO ACHIEVE DIMENSION SHOWN 4 22
DRIVE SHAFT MECHANICAL SEAL ASSEMBLY DETAIL O-RING SEALING ARRANGEMENT OPTION (R) 5514 MODEL SHOWN
SCALE:FULL TYP FOR BOTH END PLATES
SCALE: 1/2
69
Assembly Drawings
70
85 40 38 (SEE PORT DETAIL) 85 (2) EA PORT 174 (1) EA END PLATE 85 40 38 (SEE PORT DETAIL) 85 (2) EA PORT 174 (1) EA END PLATE
Assembly Drawings
174 174
174 174
(1) EA (1) EA
END PLATE OIL LEVEL SIGHT GAUGE END PLATE
(1) EA END COVER
(SEE DETAIL)
85 (1) EA 31 (1) EA 174 (1) EA 85 (2) EA 85 (1) EA 31 (1) EA 70 (1) EA 85 (2) EA
END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE END PLATE
5500 (TOP DRIVE) 5500 (BOTTOM DRIVE)

5511 SHOWN 5511 SHOWN
85 38 245 244
243 234
38 (SEE PORT DETAIL) 40 85 (2) EA PORT

241
174 174 174 174
85 NPT PORT FITTING DETAIL

MODEL 5507 242
174 FARSIDE
Model 5500 – Double Envelope – Side and End Views
OIL LEVEL SIGHT

GAUGE DETAIL
85 174 38
98
(2) EA (1) EA END PLATE
END PLATE (SEE DETAIL)
31 (1) EA END PLATE 174 85 (2) EA END PLATE
FLANGED PORT FITTING DETAIL

MODELS 5514 & 5518
RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE 5500
5511 SHOWN

180 120 132 259 258 149
120
159 159
159
163
163 163

NPT NPT FLANGED
5507 5511 5507, 5511, 5514, & 5518
94
HORIZONTAL FLOW
97
120 180 120 259 258 132 149
159 159 159

96
95
163 163 163
NPT NPT FLANGED

5507 5511 5507, 5511, 5514, & 5518 SEC
VERTICAL FLOW COOLING COIL DETAIL

SCALE: 1/2
VENTING DETAIL
VENT TO INLET PORT
RIGHT SIDE & TOP INLET SHOWN
(SEE FACTORY FOR FLOW DIRECTION)
FARSIDE
152 273 274 181 166 180 97 181 166 180 97 180 166 181 180 166
152
97
181
273
166
274
180 166
274
97 180 97 97 98 97 SEE SEC
THIS SIDE
166 272 271 97 98
BOTTOM DRIVE TOP DRIVE RIGHT DRIVE LEFT DRIVE

HORIZONTAL FLOW VERTICAL FLOW
Model 5500 – Double Envelope (Cooling Coil Option) – Side and End Views
71
Assembly Drawings
Assembly Drawings

DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION
Herewith we declare that the items detailed below are in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery
Directive 2006/42/EC.
Information on the items detailed are compiled per the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex VII,
part A and are the responsibility of the person listed below.
The items detailed below must not be put into service until the machinery into which it is to be
incorporated has been declared in conformity with the provisions of the relevant directive(s).
Other directives and standards that apply to this Declaration of Incorporation:
EN 1012-1:1996 - Compressors and vacuum pumps - Safety requirements - Part 1:

Compressors
The scope of the Declaration of Incorporation is for bare shaft Rotary Positive Displacement (PD Plus)
Blowers
Models 3200, 4000, 5500
Lip-Labyrinth (Air Service)
Single Envelope Gastight
Double Envelope Gastight
David Schardt
Vice President of Engineering, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems
Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems

P.O. Box 2877
Springfield, MO USA 65801-0877
WARRANTY – BLOWER PRODUCTS
Subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth and set forth in General Terms of Sale, Tuthill Vacuum & Blower
Systems (the Seller) warrants products and parts of its manufacture, when shipped, and its work (including installation and
start-up) when performed, will be of good quality and will be free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty
applies only to Seller’s equipment, under use and service in accordance with seller’s written instructions, recommendations
and ratings for installation, operating, maintenance and service of products, for a period as stated in the table below. Because
of varying conditions of installation and operation, all guarantees of performance are subject to plus or minus 5% variation.
(Non-standard materials are subject to a plus or minus 10% variation)
TYPE OF APPLICATION
PRODUCT
TYPE ATMOSPHERIC AIR OR PROCESS AIR PROCESS GASES OTHER THAN AIR,
WITHOUT LIQUIDS PRESENT OR ANY LIQUID INJECTED APPLICATION
New 30 months from date of shipment, or 24 months after

Consult Factory
(Qx™ models only) initial startup date, whichever occurs first.
New 24 months from date of shipment, or 18 months after 18 months from date of shipment, or 12 months after
(all other models) initial startup date, whichever occurs first initial startup date, whichever occurs first
12 months from date of shipment, or remaining warranty 12 months from date of shipment, or remaining
Repair
period, whichever is greater warranty period, whichever is greater
THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO BUYER AND/OR ORIGINAL END USER, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE SELLER
BE LIABLE FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY A PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE LAW OF ANY JURISDICTION
AS A THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARY OF THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY HELD TO SURVIVE SELLER’S
DISCLAIMER.
All accessories furnished by Seller but manufactured by others bear only that manufacturer’s standard warranty.
All claims for defective products, parts, or work under this warranty must be made in writing immediately upon discovery and,
in any event within one (1) year from date of shipment of the applicable item and all claims for defective work must be made
in writing immediately upon discovery and in any event within one (1) year from date of completion thereof by Seller. Unless
done with prior written consent of Seller, any repairs, alterations or disassembly of Seller’s equipment shall void warranty.
Installation and transportation costs are not included and defective items must be held for Seller’s inspection and returned to
Seller’s Ex-works point upon request.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION
ON THE FACE HEREOF, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS OF PURPOSE.
After Buyer’s submission of a claim as provided above and its approval, Seller shall at its option either repair or replace its
product, part, or work at the original Ex-works point of shipment, or refund an equitable portion of the purchase price.
The products and parts sold hereunder are not warranted for operation with erosive or corrosive material or those which may
lead to build up of material within the product supplied, nor those which are incompatible with the materials of construction.
The Buyer shall have no claim whatsoever and no product or part shall be deemed to be defective by reason of failure to
resist erosive or corrosive action nor for problems resulting from build-up of material within the unit nor for problems due to
incompatibility with the materials of construction.
Any improper use, operation beyond capacity, substitution of parts not approved by Seller, or any alteration or repair by
others in such manner as in Seller’s judgment affects the product materially and adversely shall void this warranty.
No employee or representative of Seller other than an Officer of the Company is authorized to change this warranty in any
way or grant any other warranty. Any such change by an Officer of the Company must be in writing.
The foregoing is Seller’s only obligation and Buyer’s only remedy for breach of warranty, and except for gross negligence,
willful misconduct and remedies permitted under the General Terms of Sale in the sections on CONTRACT PERFORMANCE,
INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE and the PATENTS Clause hereof, the foregoing is BUYER’S ONLY REMEDY
HEREUNDER BY WAY OF BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, WITHOUT REGARD TO WHETHER ANY
DEFECT WAS DISCOVERED OR LATENT AT THE TIME OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT OR WORK. In no event shall
Buyer be entitled to incidental or consequential damages. Any action for breach of this agreement must commence within
one (1) year after the cause of action has occurred.
May 2008
OPERATING DATA FORM / PRODUCT REGISTRATION
It is to the user’s advantage to have the requested data filled in below and available in the event a problem should develop
in the blower or the system. This information is also helpful when ordering spare parts.
Model No. V-Belt Size Length
Serial No. Type of Lubrication
Start-up Date
Pump RPM Operating Vacuum

Pump Sheave
Diameter Any Other Special Accessories Supplied or in Use:
Motor Sheave
Diameter
Motor RPM HP
NOTES:
IMPORTANT
All blowers manufactured by Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems are date-coded at time of shipment. In order
to assure you of the full benefits of the product warranty, please complete, tear out and return the product
registration card, or register online at tuthillvacuumblower.com.
Technical Support: 1-877-955-TECH (8324)
Service & Repair or Product Sales: T

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Rotary Positive Displacement Blower

Manual 2006 Rev B p/n 2006

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Lip-Labyrinth (Air Service)

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Conventions and Data Plate........................................................ 2

Manual 2006 Rev B p/n 2006 i

Hazards Associated With Breakdown or Ignition of

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Disassembly and Reassembly................................................... 31

Special Tool Drawings................................................................ 43

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CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of a new

PD PLUS blowers are built to exacting standards SCOPE OF MANUAL

Manual 2006 Rev B p/n 2006 1

GRAPHIC CONVENTIONS IN THIS NNOTE: Indicates a procedure, practice, or

Indicates a situation that can cause damage

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MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER MAWP YEAR

Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems MAX RPM

WARNING WARNING CAUTION CAUTION

Figure 2-1 – General Operation and Symbols on Data Plate

The following information is contained on the data

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MODEL NUMBER: The specific model of the blower

SERIAL NUMBER: Unique to each blower

YEAR: Year of manufacture

MAWP: Maximum Allowable Working Pressure

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discharge port or upstream of the blower inlet port.

Figure 4-1 illustrates the air movement within the

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INLET INLET INLET

DISCHARGE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE

Figure 4-1 – General Operation Principle

VERTICAL FLOW HORIZONTAL FLOW

TOP DRIVE TOP DRIVE

DISCHARGE INTAKE INTAKE DISCHARGE DISCHARGE INTAKE

Figure 4-2 – Flow Direction by Rotation

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APPROXIMATE VERTICAL FLOW

Table 4-1 – Specifications

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Table 4-2 – Maximum Operating Limits

Manual 2006 Rev B p/n 2006 9

Maximum limits for pressure, temperature, and

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base. Shims may be needed for alignment. Loosen

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PRESSURE GAUGE DISCHARGE