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QUILL FALCON CYCLONE DAILY CHECK LIST
Before starting compressor
1. Check all levels on compressor
• Fuel level
• Engine oil
• Coolant level (when engine is cold)
• Compressor oil
• Check emergency air bottle pressure
2. Check air hoses from compressor to Quill Falcon unit
• Check whip check safety devices are fitted correctly
3. Check water feed connection from supply to Quill Falcon unit
• Check water feed connection is fitted correctly to Quill Falcon water inlet and jubilee clip tight
• Check water feed connection is fitted correctly at the tap/IBC/barrel and jubilee clip tight
• Check both ends of the water supply for leaks
4. Check blast hose coupling seal is intact
5. Check all blast hose routes have no kinks in the line
6. Check safety pins on couplings are connected securely and whip checks are fitted
7. Check green and yellow control line hose connections are tight
8. Check main air valve on Quill Falcon unit is closed
9. Check grit valve is closed
10. Check green control line valve is closed
11. Check emergency stop is pushed down
12. Depressurise pot by opening overflow valve (if it’s not already open)
please ensure the following checks are carried out DaiLY
Start compressor
1. Start compressor and allow to run for a minute before engaging load button (if fitted). Ensure the pressure gauge reads 8 bar
2. Open main air valve on compressor
3. Check air hoses from compressor to Quill Falcon Cyclone for air leaks
4. Open main air valve on Quill Falcon unit
5. Check system pressure gauge reads 8 bar
6. Open drain valve at the bottom of the system pressure receiver tube. Blow out moisture and close valve
7. Press the drain button on main air filter bowl. Blow out moisture (if present) and let go
8. Press the drain valve on bottom of regulator bowl. Blow out moisture (if present) and let go
9. Once all daily checks are completed the Quill Falcon can be filled with water and grit ready for blasting
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