Clarke CPSB200, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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OPERATION
SAFETY AND HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS
• Before opening the tank make sure that it is not pressurised. Ensure
the gauge reads “0”. If it does not, release pressure from the tank
(See page 11).
• Disconnect the compressor before opening the tank. Protect
yourself and those around you from “over-spray”. Remember that
your sandblaster is shooting a powerful spray of abrasive material.
Do not point it at yourself or anyone around you.
• Wear protective clothing including hood, and heavy duty gloves
when using this sandblaster.
• Wear a filter or mask over your mouth when using this tool. You will
create a cloud of abrasive material and debris which is dangerous
to inhale.
• Protect anything around you that may be damaged by the abrasive
spray or particles. Nothing vulnerable to contamination, damage or
with a fine surface should be near your sandblaster.
WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HOOD, DUST MASK AND HEAVY DUTY
CANVAS GLOVES WHEN OPERATING THE SANDBLASTER.
WARNING: BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SANDBLASTER, INSPECT EACH
CONNECTION, DOUBLE CHECKING TO MAKE SURE THAT ALL ARE TIGHT
AND PROPERLY SEALED.
WARNING: THIS SANDBLASTER IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH SILICA BASED
ABRASIVES. WHICH HAVE BEEN LINKED TO SEVERE RESPIRATORY DISEASE.
ALWAYS USE SILICA SUBSTITUTES SUCH AS CLARKE GLASS BEAD ABRASIVE.