Section 2: Getting Started
MicroBlaster MB1005
Comco Inc.
2-8
Issue Date: September 2003
Set-Up and Test
1. Place the MicroBlaster in the area it will normally occupy, within reach of the
electrical outlet and the air source. Generally, this will be on top of or alongside the
workstation.
CAUTION:
The MB1005 weighs approx. 21 pounds. Use appropriate
caution while lifting.
2. Remove the tank cover by twisting counterclockwise. Carefully clean out any foreign
material. Replace the tank cover and tighten firmly, by hand.
3. Connect the MicroBlaster to a dry air supply.
a.
At the rear panel of the MicroBlaster, remove the hose connector nut from
the “Air” fitting. Refer to Figure 2-3.
b.
Slide the connector nut onto one end of the white tubing (ST4012)
supplied in the accessory parts kit.
c.
Slip the end of the tubing onto the hose connector. Tighten the nut onto
the connector using a 7/16" open-end wrench.
d.
Connect the other end of the air tubing (may be cut to length) to the gas
or air supply. Additional tube or pipe fittings may be required in some
instances and are available from the factory.
4. Set the pressure of the air supply at the high pressure supply regulator or dryer
cabinet to at least 80 PSI but not more than 200 PSI.
CAUTION:
MAXIMUM BLAST SETTING ON YOUR BLASTER
Never operate any micro-abrasive blaster with the air pressure
regulator turned fully open. Check your compressor settings to
determine the air pressure level it uses to trigger the re-pressurize
cycle. The blast pressure setting on your blaster should always
be set at least 10psi below this point, which is the lowest supply
pressure coming from your compressor. If the inlet pressure
drops below the blast pressure setting, air and abrasive will cause
damage to your machine as it flows backwards through the
system.
5. Plug the power cord into a 115 or 230 VAC outlet.
CAUTION:
The MicroBlaster can be manufactured for either 115VAC or
230VAC. Check the voltage on the nameplate located on the
back panel to see which voltage is correct for your machine.
6. Place the footswitch in any convenient position for the operator.
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