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WHISPER FLAT DROP CABLE BLOWING MACHINE
P/N 89915
Copyright 2018 by General Machine Products (KT), LLC
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced or transmitted in any form
whatsoever without the written permission of General Machine Products (KT), LLC
WHISPER MICRO CABLE BLOWING MACHINE
for FLAT DROP FIBER
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
GMP • 3111 Old Lincoln Hwy • Trevose, PA 19053 • USA
TEL: +1-215-357-5500 • FAX: +1-215-357-6216 • EMAIL: info@gmptools.com
October 2018 USA Ver 3f
QC Final Inspection by:_________________________ Date:__________________
Unit Serial Number:__________________
Build Date:__________________
Manual Part Number 33513
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REVISION HISTORY
Rel.no Date Details Author
01 03/16 Original issue A KONSCHAK
02 12/16 Updated to show cable pressure indicator
Added part numbers to spares A KONSCHAK
03 12/16 Added seal direction recommendation P14 A KONSCHAK
03a 02/17 Added roller follower kit to spares A KONSCHAK
03b 03/17 Minor verbiage changes A KONSCHAK
03c 07/17 Company name change A KONSCHAK
03d 02/18 Removed Encoder Reference A KONSCHAK
03e 05/18 Updated supplied tools A KONSCHAK
03f 10/18 Removed p/n 89951 (Corning ROC Option) A KONSCHAK
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CONTENTS
1. Safety Instructions
2. Critical Points
3. General Description
4. Specification
5. Operating procedures
6. Maintenance
7. Monthly Service – check list
8. Service History Record
9. Tube integrity and Lubrication
10. Recommended Spares List
APPENDICES
Appendix 1 Determining the correct drill torque setting
Appendix 2 Counter/Ratemeter Programming Instructions
GMP Limited Warranty can be found at http://www.gmptools.com/warranty/
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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA AND GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the operation and maintenance manual supplied with this equip-
ment. Keep it in a convenient place for future reference.
2. Keep children and untrained personnel away from this equipment while in operation.
3. Keep all guards and safety devices in place. Do not operate this equipment with guards
removed or damaged.
4. Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts, especially at cable entry
points.
5. Always stop the machine and isolate compressed air and electrical services to carry out
lubrication and servicing.
6. Check machine before starting for worn or damaged parts. Check for signs of loose nuts
and bolts etc.
7. If machine is left unattended, insure that unauthorized use is prevented.
8. Never leave the machine unattended while in use.
9. Consider the use of safety barriers, especially when used in public places, observe all
statutory requirements for working environments.
10. Beware of pinch points involved with rotating components.
11. Beware of hot surfaces, machine uses compressed air.
12. When operating machine always wear appropriate safety clothing, hearing protection, eye
protection, hard hat, safety shoes and leather gloves, machine operates with compressed
air at up to 220 psi.
13. Prior to installation insure the tube route is connected properly.
14. Beware of exposed electrical contacts. Do not touch, or allow metal objects to come into
contact.
15. Machine may cause additional fire hazard if involved in an existing fire due to com-
pressed air.
This Equipment should be used only by personnel who have been given the appropri-
ate training and who are competent to use it.
These instructions are to be made available to operators of this equipment at all times.
Failure to observe these safety instructions could result in serious personal injury and/
or property damage.
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16. No personnel are to be in manholes or ducts when the Cable Blowing Machine is being
operated.
17. The machine must be operated on firm ground.
18. Stay clear of cables or lines under tension.
19. Stay clear of pressurized air line and tube.
20. Only use the machine for its intended purpose. Do not use the roller drive without the air
chamber to push or to retrieve cable or blow air in the far end of tube to help cable
recovery.
21. Do not place cable drum too close to the Cable Blowing Machine.
22. Do not tamper with pressure relief valves or pressure reducing valves.
23. Ensure the cable drum rotates freely on its stand, the cable should leave from the top of
the drum.
24. The cable should enter the machine in a clean and dry condition. In damp, dusty atmos-
pheres, the cable should be cleaned continuously as it enters the machine.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, AS THE CABLE
COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE CABLE BLOWING MACHINE WITH HIGH
FORCE AND VELOCITY.
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GENERAL PNEUMATIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The GMP Whisper Micro Cable Blowing Machine is a pneumatic device, using pressurized air
to project cable at high velocities. Please observe the following precautions when operating
the Cable Blowing Machine:
1. Compressed air can cause flying debris. This could cause personal injury. Always wear
personal protective equipment.
2. Ensure no personnel are in the manhole at the far end of the cable run. Severe personal
injury may result.
3. Never open the air chamber when pressurized.
4. Only authorized, fully trained personnel should operate the air compressor.
GENERAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The machine has electronic circuits. Observe the following precautions to avoid electrical
hazards:
1. Do not operate in water.
2. Do not expose the machine to rain.
3. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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2. Critical points that dramatically affect the operation of the cable blowing
machine.
• Pressure on the cable should be set as per the instructions.
• Rollers to be closed at all times when cable is installed into machine.
• Cord seals in air chamber correctly fitted to provide good sealing.
• Correct cable seal fitted.
• Tube fully connected and pressure-tested.
• Tube connecting fittings are suitable for operating at 220 PSI air pressure.
• Tube clamp securely tightened.
• Compressor capacity 220 PSI and suitable for size of tube being used.
• Cable drum must be located directly behind and in line with the blowing machine.
• Air chamber, drive rollers, cable guides, must be clean and free from debris, sludge, dirt,
water and lubricant.
• The cable must be hand guided into the blowing machine through a dry clean cloth by the
operator wearing work gloves.
• Ensure the compressed air supply is not applied to the cable until required amount of ca-
ble has been installed.
• The counter/display is powered by (2) 9 volt batteries. To maximize battery life, turn dis-
play off by pressing power button on left side of display box when unit is not in use.
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DISCLAIMER
General Machine Products (KT), LLC takes care in the design of its products to insure that the
cable is protected during installation. Due to the variety and different methods of cable manu-
facture the responsibility of checking the cable compatibility with the equipment lies with the
user. Therefore, GMP can not accept liability for any damage to the cable.
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3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The GMP Whisper Micro Cable Blowing Ma-
chine is designed to install flat drop fiber cable
into micro tubes.
The Whisper uses a user supplied variable
speed drill to drive the drive roller.
The pressure the rollers apply to the cable is
adjustable.
A full range of accessories is available to allow
the machine to handle a wide range of cables
and micro tubes.
The Whisper may be placed on a stand or on
the optional tripod kit to bring the cable to a suit-
able height. The Whisper is supplied with a re-
inforced soft case which will protect the ma-
chine from damage during transit and storage.
On left is the Whisper assembled for a
typical blowing operation. Shown is the
unit with the optional Tripod Mounting Kit
(P/N 89945) and a user supplied variable
speed drill.
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4. SPECIFICATIONS
Cable size: Manufacturer Specific, See configuration
Tube size: (OD) 12-18mm
Cable speed: 0-300 ft/min 0-90 m/min
Maximum air pressure: 220 psi. 15 bar.
Power requirements: Variable Speed Drill
with adjustable torque (not included)
Weight 12 lbs. approx. 5.4Kgs approx.
Dimensions (ht x length x width) 8.5” x 9.7” x 8.1” 216mm x 246mm x 206mm
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