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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Never aim nozzle towards any person. Do not aim the blast nozzle towards yourself or any
person. System malfunction can cause accidental start-up and result in injury to personnel.
• Never use media not intended for blast equipment. Do not use blast media containing free
silica. Silica can cause silicosis or other related respiratory damage. You must wear personal
protective equipment for all abrasive blasting operations.
• Check abrasive for foreign objects. Do not use blast media that contains trash or other foreign
objects. Trash or foreign objects can create a blockage and cause equipment malfunction.
Screen recycled media to remove trash.
• Use the provided kickstand when unit is stationary. Ensure that the kickstand is down and
locked in place using provided pin whenever the Mist Blaster™ is not being moved. The
kickstand can be locked in the up position using the same pin when the unit is to be moved.
• Stop operation immediately if any abnormality is detected. Do not operate this equipment if
any abnormalities are observed during operation. Stop operation immediately for inspection.
• Inspect pop-up valve assembly. Inspect the assembly and all other associated parts for proper
working condition.
• Maintain warning labels. Do not remove, cover, obstruct, deface or paint over any warnings,
cautions or instructional material attached. Warning labels (decals) must be provided,
maintained and conspicuously located with enough light for legibility.
• Save this operation and maintenance manual. Refer to this operation and maintenance manual
as well as any additional information included from other manufacturers as needed. Never
permit anyone to operate this equipment without having him/her first read this manual and
receiving proper training. Provisions should be made to have this manual readily available
to the operating and maintenance personnel. If for any reason the manual becomes lost or
illegible, have it replaced immediately. This operation and maintenance manual should be read
periodically to maintain the highest skill level; it may prevent a serious accident.
WARNING
Keep fingers away from the pop up valve.
Whenever compressed air is applied to the unit,
there is the possibility that the valve may energize.
Severe personal injury can result
