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5.7
Silencer
The silencer on top of the dust extractor reduces the noise emission but can also be used to adjust the suction
power of the machine. Close it a little bit for less suction power, and open it for more suction power.
6. Maintenance
Pay attention to Chapter 3
"Safety"
during maintenance and repair works.
Failures due to inadequate or incorrect maintenance may generate very
high repair costs
and long standstill
periods of the dust collector.
Regular
maintenance therefore is imperative.
Operational safety and service life of the dust collector depend, among other things, on proper maintenance.
The following table shows recommendations about time, inspection and maintenance for the normal use of the
dust collector.
Operating hours/
time period
Inspection points, maintenance instructions
12 h after repairing
Check all accessible screw connections for tight seat.
Daily and prior to
starting work
Check that all safety devices working adequate.
Check the electric connections for sediments of dirt or foreign bodies.
Check the electric motors for dirt and other contaminants.
Check all safety devices working adequate.
Check the function of the residual current operated device.
Check the hose connections for tightness and fixed seat.
Check all hoses on the machine for damages or leakage.
Make sure that the dust bin is emptied
Make sure there is no water in the air pressure tank.
Every 3 months
Clean the upper section of the filter unit.
Clean or replace the air filter of the compressor.
Clean or replace the filter inside the water separator.
Check the tension of the V-belts
Annually
Full overhaul and cleaning of the complete machine.
The time indications are based on uninterrupted operation. When the indicated number of working hours is not
achieved during the corresponding period, the period can be extended. However a full overhaul and a technical
inspection must be carried out at least once a year, consisting of inspection of filters for damage, air tightness
of the machine and proper function of the control mechanism. This technical inspection shall be carried out by
the manufacturer or an instructed person.
Due to different working conditions it can’t be foreseen how frequently inspections for wear check’s,
inspection, maintenance and repair works ought to be carried out. Prepare a suitable inspection schedule
considering your own working conditions and experience.
Pay attention to unusual noises or strong vibrations. Check for the cause of every big change. Call a technician
if you have doubts about the cause or when a repair without a technician seems not possible without damages.
Only use genuine Blastrac spare parts.
Our specialists will be happy to assist you with more advice.
