Schmidt AmphiBlast 120 Operation And Maintenance Manual Download

Page: 15 / 116

1.40.

ALWAYS USE CORRECT PRESSURE RATED ACCESSORIES.

Do Not use air reservoirs or moisture separator tanks that are not rated for use in compressed air
applications. Air reservoirs and moisture separator tanks larger than 6 inches inside diameter
must have an ASME code stamp.

An air reservoir or moisture separator tank is a Pressurized Vessel. The compressed air inside a
pressurized vessel contains a dangerously high level of energy which can explode propelling
objects and result in serious injury or death to operating personnel. Air reservoirs and moisture
separator tanks must be ASME coded tanks.

1.41. NEVER AIM BLAST NOZZLE TOWARDS ANY PERSON.

Do Not aim the blast nozzle towards yourself or any person. A system malfunction or a blocked
blast nozzle that clears can trigger accidental start up resulting in injury to personnel.

1.42. NEVER USE ABRASIVE NOT INTENDED FOR BLAST EQUIPMENT.

Do Not use abrasive blast media containing free silica. Silica can cause silicosis or other related
respiratory damage. Verify that the abrasive is intended for use in blasting equipment. Personal
protective equipment, including airline filters and respirators, must be used for all abrasive
blasting operations. Observe all applicable local, state and federal safety regulations. See
Sections 3.8, 3.10, and reference OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134.

1.43.

CHECK ABRASIVE FOR DEBRIS.

Do Not use blast abrasive that contains trash or other debris. Trash or debris can create a
blockage and cause equipment malfunction. Screen recycled abrasive to remove trash.

1.44. STOP OPERATION IMMEDIATELY IF ANY ABNORMALITY IS DETECTED.

Do Not operate this equipment if anything abnormal is seen during operation. Stop operation
immediately for inspection. Refer to Section 8.0 for maintenance and inspection details.

1.45. DO NOT OVERLOAD THE LIFT EYES.

Do Not load the lifting eyes above the rated capacity. Do Not lift this equipment by any point
other than the lifting eyes or designated lift points. Do Not lift this equipment while it is
pressurized. See Section 2.6.

1.46. DO NOT CLIMB ON TOP HEAD.

Do Not climb on the top head of the abrasive blast vessel. All parts of the top head, including
the closure for abrasive filling, are fully accessible from the ladders that are provided for that
purpose. Under no circumstances should the top head be climbed on, stood on, or walked on.
The curved surface of the top head is for holding air pressure and is not a work surface.

1.47. TIGHTEN WHEEL LUG NUTS PERIODICALLY.

Do Not transport the bulk abrasive blaster before retightening the wheel lug nuts. This is most
important after the first load when the lug nuts are establishing a seat. On new highway trailer
mounted units transported on public roads, it is recommended that the lug nuts be re-torqued
after the first fifty miles and periodically thereafter. See Section 8.16.

1.48. TIGHTEN PRESSURE VESSEL MOUNT BOLTS PERIODICALLY.

Do Not transport the bulk abrasive blaster before retightening the pressure vessel mount bolts.
On new highway trailer mounted units transported on public roads, it is recommended that the
mount bolts be re-torqued after the first fifty miles and periodically thereafter. See Section 8.17.