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WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Operations with this equipment can be potentially hazardous.
Caution MUST be exercised prior to and during machine and water
jet tool use. Please read and follow all of these instructions, in addition
to the guidelines in the WJTA Recommended Practices handbook,
available online at
www.wjta.org
. Deviating from safety instructions
and recommended practices can lead to severe injury and/or death.
•
Do not exceed the maximum operating pressure specified for
any component in a system.
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The immediate work area MUST be marked off to keep out
untrained persons.
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Inspect the equipment for visible signs of deterioration,
damage, and improper assembly. Do not operate if damaged,
until repaired.
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Make sure all threaded connections are tight and free of leaks.
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The AutoStroke (AST-200-V2) is an accessory to the
AUTOBOX
®
ABX-2L, ABX-2L-V2, ABX-3L, and ABX-3L-V2.
Users of the AUTOBOX
®
ABX-2L, ABX-2L-V2, ABX-3L, and
ABX-3L-V2 MUST be trained and/or experienced in the use
and application of high-pressure technology and cleaning,
as well as all associated safety measures, according to the
WJTA Recommended Practices for the use of High-pressure
Waterjetting Equipment.
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The Control Box should be located in a safe location where the
Operator has good visibility of the AUTOBOX
®
ABX-2L, ABX-
2L-V2, ABX-3L, and ABX-3L-V2.
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The AUTOBOX
®
ABX-2L, ABX-2L-V2, ABX-3L, ABX-3L-V2,
AutoStroke (AST-200-V2), and Control Box MUST be
supervised at all times and should never be left unattended.
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Test the Control Box before operating the AUTOBOX
®
ABX-2L,
ABX-2L-V2, ABX-3L, ABX-3L-V2, and AutoStroke (AST-200-V2)
with high-pressure water to verify the control valves move the
hose in the intended direction, and that the dump valve and
hose clamp are working properly. See the “Operation” section
of this manual for adjustment settings.
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Always de-energize the system before opening the door to
service or replace any parts. Failure to do so can result in severe
injury and/or death.
PRE-RUN SAFETY CHECK
Refer to WJTA-IMCA’s, Recommended Practices For The Use Of
High-pressure Waterjetting Equipment and/or The Water Jetting
Association’s, WJA Code of Practice for additional safety information.
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Complete a job specific risk assessment and act on the resulting
actions.
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Adhere to all site specific safety procedures.
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Ensure the waterblasting zone is properly barricaded and that
warning signs are posted.
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Ensure the work place is free of unnecessary objects (e.g. loose
parts, hoses, tools).
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Ensure all Operators are using the correct Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE).
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Check that the air hoses are properly connected and tight.
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Check all hoses and accessories for damage prior to use. Do
not use damaged items. Only high quality hoses intended for
waterblast applications should be used as high-pressure hoses.
•
Check all high-pressure threaded connections for tightness.
•
Test the Control Box before operating the AUTOBOX
®
ABX-2L
ABX-2L-V2, ABX-3L, ABX-3L-V2, and AutoStroke (AST-200-V2)
with high-pressure water to verify the control valves move the
hose in the intended direction, and that the dump valve and
hose clamp are working properly. See the “Operation” section
of this manual for adjustment settings.
•
Ensure that Operators never connect, disconnect, or tighten
hoses, adapters, or accessories with the high-pressure water
pump unit running.
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Ensure no personnel are in the hydroblasting zone.
WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS