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SERVICE

Use only manufacturer replacement parts. 

Substitute parts may not meet the required 

standards.
Other than cleaning, there are no operator 

maintainable components on the SnakeBite XQ 

Nozzle and Silencer.
Regularly measure the wear at the nozzle 

throat by using a nozzle wear gauge.
If the Nozzle or Silencer are damaged or 

excessively worn do not continue to use the 

product.
The Nozzle and Silencer should be cleaned 

regularly ensuring there is no build-up of dust 

or grit on the threads or around the machined 

fins on the silencer.

The SnakeBite XQ Nozzle and Silencer are 

available in industry standard nozzle sizes:

SNAKEBITE XQ PART NO.

Throat 

Size

Nozzle

Silencer

Bump 

Guard

Nozzle & 

Silencer 

Assembly

6 (3/8”)

BNSB6C BNSBXQ6S BNSBBG

BNSBXQ6

7 (7/16”) BNSB7C BNSBXQ7S BNSBBG

BNSBXQ7

8 (1/2”)

BNSB8C BNSBXQ8S BNSBBG

BNSBXQ8

Summary of Contents for SnakeBite XQ

Page 1: ...Nozzle and Silencer INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ial Number ______________________________________ Date Of Issue ______________________________________ 2 Safety Warnings 6 General Information 7 Installation 11 Operation 14 Service 15 Troubleshooting WARNING Do not attempt to operate this equipment without first reading and understanding the manual enclosed with this device Suitability for use of this device lies solely with user ...

Page 3: ...nt is operated only by trained individuals that have read and understand this manual The operator of this equipment should assess the risks associated with using this equipment and implement appropriate risk control measures If there is any portion of this manual or function you do not understand contact BlastOne International to obtain further assistance Keep this manual available for reference T...

Page 4: ... are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices and indicate potential failure or damage to equipment CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Abrasive blasting exposes operators and bystanders to hazards that can cause injury or de...

Page 5: ...serving the required safe operation requirements when this occurs Operators must read and understand fully this operating manual prior to using the SnakeBite XQ Nozzle and Silencer Operator Competence Operators must be trained and competent to undertake abrasive blasting prior to using the SnakeBite XQ Nozzle and Silencer Personal Protective Equipment PPE Operators and bystanders are required to w...

Page 6: ...the typical high pitch screech of the blast stream and reduce the sound emitted by the blasting process The Silencer design incorporates a nozzle thrust reduction feature that reduces the force produced by the nozzle in the opposite direction to the blast stream FEATURES Groundbreaking Nozzle internal geometry that delivers up to 25 increase in surface cleaning rates and operator productivity with...

Page 7: ...ket for damage If the nozzle liner is damaged or excessively worn do not continue to use the nozzle 3 Ensure the system pressure is isolated before installing the nozzle into the nozzle holder 4 Clean the threads on the nozzle and the nozzle holder and make sure they are free of any grit or debris protects the nozzle and liner from the harsh blasting environment and improved operator safety Slimli...

Page 8: ...t the silencer the bump guard must be installed and securely fitted to the outlet end of the nozzle Hand tighten the bump guard in the same way the nozzle is hand tightened Note The bump guard thread is different to the nozzle inlet thread to ensure the nozzle cannot be installed backwards 8 When the nozzle is installed into the nozzle holder as per the instructions above check to make sure the co...

Page 9: ...sure the system pressure is isolated before installing the silencer onto the nozzle 3 The nozzle has been designed to be used with or without the silencer If required remove the bump guard and clean the threads on the nozzle exit and the silencer and make sure they are free of any grit or debris 4 The silencer is installed onto the nozzle by screwing it onto the outlet end of the nozzle as shown b...

Page 10: ... operations Nozzle Serviceability Always inspect the nozzle and silencer for excessive wear or damage prior to operating the nozzle or silencer Fatigue Regular operator breaks are recommended to reduce operator fatigue CAUTION DANGER NOZZLE AND SILENCER INSTALLATION ARRANGEMENT SILENCER NOZZLE CURVED NOZZLE INLET NOZZLE WASHER NOZZLE HOLDER A B C D E F 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 DRAWN CHK D A...

Page 11: ...to place down the SnakeBite XQ nozzle and silencer rather than dropping from height and to avoid impact with hard surfaces as this may damage the nozzle and silencer Operators are required to inspect the nozzle and silencer for damage or excessive wear before installing onto the blast hose and before use Nozzle control The Blasting Process generates thrust through the nozzle in the opposite direct...

Page 12: ...compressor sizing The SnakeBite XQ has been designed to optimise abrasive blasting using GMA Australian Garnet Use with alternative abrasive types may result in reduced performance outcomes compared to using GMA Australian Garnet Preparing to use the nozzle and silencer 1 Setup Blast system in accordance with manufacturers instructions and connect nozzle and silencer as per instruction above 2 Cle...

Page 13: ...0 380 660 840 3 5 4 2 The optimum nozzle standoff distance will depend on the type of coating to be removed and is influenced by factors such as coating type and thickness abrasive type being used worksite access and required surface profile 3 When safe to do so start blasting at a stand off distance of 500 600mm 20 24 in Adjust the standoff distance to find the optimum stand off for the job at ha...

Page 14: ...ncer are damaged or excessively worn do not continue to use the product The Nozzle and Silencer should be cleaned regularly ensuring there is no build up of dust or grit on the threads or around the machined fins on the silencer The SnakeBite XQ Nozzle and Silencer are available in industry standard nozzle sizes SNAKEBITE XQ PART NO Throat Size Nozzle Silencer Bump Guard Nozzle Silencer Assembly 6...

Page 15: ...te abrasive flow rate Adjust abrasive flow rate to the recommended flow rate for the nozzle size and abrasive type combination Damaged or worn nozzle liner Replace the damaged or worn component Ineffective silencing Low operating pressure Adjust nozzle outlet pressure to 100psi Worn or damaged silencer liner Replace the damaged or worn silencer ...

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