Clemco Pulsar II, Owner'S Manual

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6 Trouble-shooting
Problem Probable cause Remedy
(1) Poor visibility.
The motor does not rotate. Check and repair it.
Clocked cartridge.
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Clean cartridge.
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Replace cartridge (see section 4.7.4).
The motor rotates in the wrong
direction.
Check if it rotates in the direction of the arrow. If
not reverse polarity of the electrical connection
(only through licensed electrician).
Blast media breaks down rapidly
and develops dust.
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Check for different blast media more suita-
ble.
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Check for lower working pressure.
Blocked suction hose between
cabinet and cyclone.
Check and if necessary disconnect hose and
remove debris and media.
Warning! The blockage is not the real cause.
Negative pressure. The following components should be checked
for leaks or wear:
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Cyclone door.
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Suction hose connections between cabinet
hopper and cyclone and between cyclone
and dust collector.
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Suction hoses for wear.
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Gasket on filter door.
(2) Abnormally high
media consumption.
Incorrectly adjusted static pres-
sure in the cabinet.
Increase static pressure with damper on top of
cabinet (see section 4.7.2).
Cyclone door open or leaking Check and replace gasket if necessary
Dust drum at filter leaks - Check gasket and replace if necessary
- check hose between dust drum and filter for
leakage and replace gasket in case
Use of too fine or light media Assembly an optional vortex cylinder
(3) Poor cleaning rate. Incorrectly adjusted metering
valve.
Improve metering (see section 4.7.1).
Blockage in air hose or gun
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Press nozzle against an elastic item e.g.