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Item 60801
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tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM EXpLOSiOn:
use only clean, dry, regulated, compressed air to power this Soda Blaster.
Do not use oxygen, carbon dioxide, combustible gases,
or any other bottled gas as a power source for this Soda Blaster.
1. Incorporate a filter, regulator with pressure gauge,
dryer, in-line shutoff valve, and quick coupler for
best service, as shown in Figure B on page 10
and Figure C on page 11.
an in-line shutoff ball
valve is an important safety device because
it controls the air supply even if the air hose
is ruptured. the shutoff valve should be a
ball valve because it can be closed quickly.
note:
An oiler system should not be used with this
Soda Blaster. The oil will mix with the material
being propelled, causing poor results.
2. Attach an air hose to the compressor's air outlet.
Connect the air hose to the air valve
of the Soda Blaster. Other components, such
as a coupler plug and quick coupler, will make
operation more efficient, but are not required.
WarninG! tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury
FrOM acciDEntaL OpEratiOn:
Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool.
Such a coupler contains an air valve that will
allow the air tool to retain pressure and operate
accidentally after the air supply is disconnected.
note:
Air flow, and therefore Soda Blaster
performance, can be hindered by undersized air
supply components. The air hose must be long
enough to reach the work area with enough extra
length to allow free movement while working.
3. Close the Soda Blaster’s valves.
4. Close the in-line shutoff valve between the
compressor and the Soda Blaster.
5. Turn on the air compressor according to
the manufacturer's directions and allow it
to build up pressure until it cycles off.
6. Adjust the air compressor's output regulator so
that the air output is enough to properly power the
Soda Blaster, but the output will not exceed the
Soda Blaster's maximum air pressure at any time.
Adjust the pressure gradually, while checking the
air output gauge to set the right pressure range.
7. Inspect the air connections for leaks.
Repair any leaks found.
8. If the Soda Blaster will not be used at this
time, turn off and detach the air supply, safely
discharge any residual air pressure, and close
the valves to prevent accidental operation.
note:
Residual air pressure should not be present after
the tool is disconnected from the air supply. However,
it is a good safety measure to attempt to discharge
the tool in a safe fashion after disconnecting to ensure
that the tool is disconnected and not powered.
