Blastrac 1-8DECMKI, Operating Manual

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Operating Instructions 1-8DEC 230V
Safety Instructions
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2. All drive guards must be kept in place and in good condition except during
maintenance or when repair work is being performed. Once maintenance or repair
work is complete, be sure all guards are securely remounted.
3. Safety glasses with side shields should always be worn when working with or near
equipment in use. Gloves, when applicable, can be worn for added protection.
4. Loose fitting clothing and gloves should not be worn when working near belts,
chains, sprockets, shafts and other moveable components.
5. The blast machine and all areas around the machine should be kept clean. Loose
media in particular can become hazardous for foot traffic. All abrasive leaks should
be repaired
immediately to help keep the work area free of loose abrasive.
6.
Any condition(s) that may result in additional damage to the equipment or
cause injury to nearby personnel should be repaired
immediately.
7.
Do not attempt to make adjustments to the feed spout or any control cage
components while the machine is in motion or the blast wheel is operating.
All adjustments must be made when the machine is stationary, the blast wheel
is completely stopped and power has been disconnected.
8.
Obey all safety and danger signs posted on the machine and all information
posted where the machine is being operated.
9.
Do not operate Blastrac machinery in the rain or when heavy moisture is
present. Do not expose the abrasive supply to any type of moisture.
Sticky, tar
related and rubber surfaces should be avoided when using Blastrac machinery.
Always drain unused abrasive from the machine and empty the dust collector
hopper before transporting the equipment.
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