Hog Technologies Stripe Hog SK2000, Operation Manual

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3.1 Start Up/Shutdown Introduction
A thorough understanding of the component
systems and their operation is essential to the
proper operation of the truck and water blasting
systems. Never allow inexperienced and untrained
personnel to operate this equipment. This manual
and the associated manufacturers’ information is
provided to enhance your knowledge of the Stripe
Hog. Make sure you have read them carefully and
fully understand the truck and all water blasting
components and systems in theory and operation.
Before operating the Stripe Hog, check the fluid
levels in the truck engine, truck transmission,
auxiliary engine and hydraulic system. To make
operation as safe and productive as possible, it is
important to conduct a thorough pre-start inspec-
tion before operating the machine. You should
walk around the unit and visually inspect the Hog
Arm, blasting head, high pressure hoses, hydrau-
lic hoses, vacuum hoses, and all water blasting
system components for obvious signs of leaks,
wear and deterioration. The inspection should be
conducted in an orderly and consistent fashion to
ensure all critical points are inspected each time.
Do not operate the unit until all questionable
components are repaired or replaced.
The startup and shutdown procedures described
in this section are for a typical truck chassis
equipped with an SK2000 water blasting system.
This information is provided as a general guide
and overview of the process for educational pur-
poses. The exact procedure for your truck may be
slightly different, depending on the chassis and
the options selected.
NOTICE:
ALWAYS CHECK THE HOG HEAD NOZZLES AND SPRAY BAR
FOR WEAR AND DAMAGE BEFORE EACH SHIFT. REFER
TO HIGH PRESSURE HOSES AND NOZZLES IN THE WATER
BLASTING SYSTEMS SECTION FOR INFORMATION ON
INSPECTING SPRAY BARS AND NOZZLES.
3.2 Pre-Start Inspection
The Pre-Start Inspection in this section and the
Pre-Op Check List in Appendix 4 is provided as a
guideline. Additional items should be added to the
checklist as determined by company policy, your
operating environment, and other factors unique
to your situation.
The following instructions provide a general
overview and introduction to the pre-start inspec-
Section 3:
Water Blasting Operation