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TYPES OF ABRASIVES
WORK AREA SETUP
IMPORTANT: To keep the blasting medium from accidentally spilling out of the
nozzle, do not point the nozzle downward .
1 . Designate a work area that is clean and well-lighted . The work area must not allow
access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury .
2 . Route the air hose along a safe route to reach the work area without
creating a tripping hazard or exposing the air hose to possible damage .
The air hose must be long enough to reach the work area to allow free
movement while working .
3 . If possible, place the workpiece inside an abrasive blasting cabinet
(not included) . Otherwise, isolate the workpiece to make sure no damage
can occur to nearby walls, tools, equipment, or other property .
IMPORTANT: Prior to abrasive blasting, protect other people and/or property in
the work area from flying debris by providing barriers or shields. Wear appropri-
ate clothing and safety gear when operating the blaster gun .
Suitable abrasives for this spot blaster are:
- Black Aluminum Oxide
- Glass Beads
- Walnut Shells
- Silicon Carbide (Carborundum)
- Pumice
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1 . Connect the compressor’s air hose to the air inlet (4) of the blaster gun (5) . It is
recommended that a male plug (not included) be first mounted into the air inlet for
quick connection of air hose .
2 . Turn the compressor on and set the working pressure to 90 PSI max . for the tool .
IMPORTANT: Working pressure refers to the air line pressure under working conditions .
3 . Hold the blaster gun (5) firmly with both hands. Aim the nozzle (6) toward the work piece
to be blasted . Then squeeze the trigger (7) to start operating the blaster gun .
4 . Move the blaster gun close to the area to be worked . The nearer you are to the
workpiece, the smaller the dispersion pattern and vice versa .
