41017 50 lb. abrasive blaster (polymer)
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1. Breathing dust from silica sand may cause silicosis a fatal lung disease Breathing dust during blasting operations may also cause asbestosis and or other serious or fatal diseases A NIOSH approved well maintained air supplied abrasive blasting respirator must be used by anyone blasting anyone handling or using media containing toxic substances or media with more than point one percent 001 free crystalline silica and anyone in the area of the dust Harmful dust can remain suspended in the air for long periods of time after blasting has ceased causing serious injury or death Before removing respirator use an air monitoring instrument to determine if atmosphere is safe to breathe Contact local OHSA or NIOSH office to determine the proper respirator for your particular application Supplied Air respirators do not remove or protect against carbon monoxide CO or any other toxic gas Use a carbon monoxide removal device and monitoring device with the respirator to ensure grade D quality air Follow all applicable OSHA standards and OSHA regulation 1910 134 d ALG 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 3 OPERATION GUIDE APPLICATIONS ABRASIVE BLASTING Your ALC abrasive blaster is designed to spray abrasive material such as black beauty aluminum oxide glass beads metal shot silicon carbide ground corncobs and ground nut shells The abrasive blasting of rust paint scale grease old paint mold mildew and other corrosion from2. 41017 50 LB ABRASIVE BLASTER POLYMER DIVISION OF S amp H INDUSTRIES 5200 Richmond Road e Cleveland OH 44146 Phone 216 831 0550 e Toll Free 800 253 9726 e Fax 216 831 9573 www shindustries com E mail www service shindustries com Rev 1 19 12 ALG 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 2 WARNING Do not use an ALC Abrasive Blaster until you have read this manual and you understand its contents and warnings These warnings are included for the health and safety of the operator and those in the immediate vicinity Keep this manual for future reference Dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities may contain chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and respiratory illnesses Some examples of the chemicals include e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals Work in a ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Abrasive blasting produces harmful dust Everyone in the blasting area must wear a properly fitted and properly maintained NIOSH approved supplied air respirator SILICOSIS AND OTHER DUST WARNINGS
3. SPECT TO ANY OF THE GOODS AND S amp H INDUSTRIES INC EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES AGAINST INFRINGEMENT S amp H INDUSTRIES INC WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY DAMAGE OR NON CONFORMITY RESULTING FROM THE NEGLIGENT OF IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OR USE OF ANY GOODS BY USERS OR BUYER OR ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS OR FROM ALTERATION OR ATTEMPTED REPAIR BY ANY PERSON OTHER THAN S amp H INDUSTRIES INC ALL USED REPAIRED MODIFIED OR ALTERED ITEMS ARE PURCHASED AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS Indemnification Agreement Buyer agrees to the fullest extent permitted by the law to fully indemnify hold harmless and defend Seller its parent subsidiary and affiliated companies its owners officers directors employees agents representatives and insurers collectively Indemnities from and against any and all claims demands suits damages judgments of sums of money losses and expenses including but limited to attorney s fees and costs collectively referred to herein as Claims arising out of or resulting from any bodily injury sickness disease or death or injury to or destruction of tangible property arising out of or resulting from the use sale or distribution of any and all products purchased from Seller by Buyer regardless of whether or not such claim arises in whole or in part out of Seller s alleged fault including but not limited to Seller s negligence Strict liability products liability breach of warranty or any ot
4. aster note the air hole is located on the abrasive hose below the container Keep it open at all times Abrasives must flow freely from container to the level part of hose below container The speed and quality of the blasting depends upon the size of the air jet and nozzle used air pressure type and size of abrasive and distance from the work surface The gun should be held almost directly at the object to be cleaned but at enough angle that the abrasive doesn t rebound at the operator Abrasive power is increased as you hold the gun closer to the work WARNING Disconnecting hose while unit is under pressure could cause serious injury or death Use safety lock pins and safety cables in all coupling connections to help prevent hose couplings from accidental disconnection If twist on type air hose couplings are used they must be secured by safety lock pins or wires to prevent accidental disconnection while under pressure Hose disconnection while under pressure could cause serious injury ALG 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 4 MAINTENANCE Replace the nozzle when you notice too much air and abrasive or liquid escaping or if cleaning speed is reduced When the air jet is worn it will deflect the flow downward and will cut a groove in the nozzle The ratio of wear is one air jet to every three or four steel nozzles Replace air jet and nozzle when worn or damage to the gun suction head will result The nozzle is easily replaced by l
5. ce Blast in a large open area to minimize abrasive accumulation in surrounding areas 5 For safe operation perform recommended preventive maintenance on blaster and accessories Replace all worn parts before they fail Immediate replacement of worn components is required Failure to replace worn components could result in exposing the operator or bystanders to high speed media and compressed air causing serious injury 6 Do not use corrosive materials of any type in unit Use only clean dry media Z Do not splice abrasive hose The splice will wear out guickly and may violently spray media over the surrounding area A worn blast hose could suddenly fail Couplings and nozzle holders may not adeguately grip worn hose causing them to blow off under ALG 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 6 10 pressure Compressed air and abrasive escaping from a burst hose or disconnected coupling or nozzle holder could cause severe injury Always place the machine so that the outlet is pointed away from any objects or persons Stand clear of the path of exiting abrasive It may come out at high velocity Impact from exiting abrasive could cause severe injury Static electricity can be created by the use of this equipment Do not use within fifty feet of any explosive potentially explosive substances or their vapors as an explosion can occur Do not use this equipment in any area that might be considered hazardous or where flammable gases
6. her act or omission Buyer expressly waives any and all immunity from suit by Seller its parent subsidiary and affiliated companies and its owners officers directors employees agents representatives and insurers by operation of any workers compensation law or statute By purchasing from S amp H Industries Inc Buyer acknowledges and represents that Buyer has read fully understands and agrees to the Indemnification provisions set forth above LIMITED WARRANTY S amp H Industries Inc warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years after the date of original purchase If the product should become defective within that warranty period we will repair or replace it at our option free of charge including return transportation to you provided you deliver it prepaid to S amp H Industries Inc 5200 Richmond Road Bedford Hts Ohio 44146 This warranty does not include damage resulting from accident abuse or misuse of the product Nor does it apply to parts subject to abrasive wear i e nozzles air jets seal blocks valves hose connections and hoses Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are excluded to the extent permitted by law and any and all implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy and liability for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted by law
7. metal wood stone and fiberglass are ideal applications for the ALC abrasive blaster This product is also excellent for etching distinctive designs in glass wood stone marble and concrete WARNING Disconnecting hose while unit is under pressure could cause serious injury or death Use safety lock pins and safety cables in all coupling connections to help prevent hose couplings from accidental disconnection If twist on type air hose couplings are used they must be secured by safety lock pins or wires to prevent accidental disconnection while under pressure Hose disconnection while under pressure could cause serious injury OPERATION Connect your air supply to the handle of the blast gun with a 1 4 NPT fitting Not supplied Abrasive materials must be dry and preferably of the finest grit available to prevent clogging of the gun Pour abrasive into the container The ALC blast cleaner is designed to operate between 50 110 PSI Pressures of no more than 70 PSI are recommended for the etching of glass or plastic and the carving of wood A minimum 7 CFM compressor is required At 80 PSI the 1 4 nozzle supplied with the product will require 15 CFM A smaller nozzle requiring only 7 CFM can be ordered separately For maximum operating power no less than 5 16 I D air hose of a maximum 50 feet length with no splices or restrictions should be connected to a direct line from the compressor tank to the blast gun When using an ALC abrasive bl
8. ng Holes in abrasive hose Air filter on compressor plugged Lack of air pressure Compressor too small Supply valves not on full position Nozzle size too large Leaks in plumbing Holes in abrasive hose Air filter on compressor plugged Urethane gasket worn or dirty Lack of abrasive flow Blaster tank empty Moisture in media Not enough air pressure Abrasive hose kinked Debris in media POSSIBLE SOLUTION Check pressure gauge on compressor Check pressure gauge on compressor Purge and screen Use smaller grit size Use larger nozzle Adjust media valve 40200 Dry media drain water from air Change or use dry media Drain water from air lines Empty dry out and refill Keep media as dry as possible Use drier or moisture separator Avoid that period of use if possible Restrict time used Use smaller size Seal and tighten plumbing Replace hose Clean Use smaller nozzle Open valves Use smaller size Seal and tighten plumbing Replace hose Clean filter Clean or replace gasket Fill tank 6 from top Dry media Check system Straighten hose Clean or screen media ALG 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 11 Disclaimer of Warranties S amp H Industries Inc Seller makes no warranties with respect to any goods delivered to Buyer or users except as specifically set forth within this manual S amp H INDUSTRIES INC MAKES NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RE
9. num Oxide 451585 Aluminum Oxide is a high quality abrasive that is sharper than sand not recommended and cuts twice as fast as sand It leaves a smooth textured finish with no pits or burrs Aluminum Oxide is rougher than glass bead and can be used over and over again It is one of the most economical abrasives you can use in any reclaim systems or cabinets 4 25 Lb container Plastic Grit 155686 Primarily used to strip aluminum and fiberglass Great for stripping paint light oxidation and surface rust Recommended for use in blast cabinets because it creates very little dust Works quickly last a long time and increases visibility within the cabinet 10 Lb container Walnut Shells 51588 Walnut shells are recommended for use on soft surfaces such as aluminum glass wood and other areas where no pitting is desired Leaves a smooth dull finish 10 Lb container ALG 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 10 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS PROBLEM CAUSE Surging of blast flow Air pressure too low Too much media Excessive media consumption Media valve open too far Air pressure too low Clogging and plugging of blast flow Debris in media Media size too large Nozzle plugs Nozzle plugs Wet media Moisture in abrasive media Wet media Water in air Water in tank Humid weather Moderate humidity Moderate humidity High humidity Overtaxed compressor Compressor too small Nozzle size too large Too many leaks in plumbi
10. oosening the nozzle set screw The air jet is accessible by removing the suction head To obtain maximum power the I D of the air jet must be 1 2 the I D of the nozzle When re assembling the blast gun ensure that the suction head is holding the air jet and rubber sealing washer tightly against the gun body Tighten the setscrew securely making sure that it is sitting in the proper groove on the gun handle Also periodically check the abrasive hose for leaks or cracks IMPORTANT Nozzle and air jet must maintain proper size ratio i e small Gold medium Silver large Black See replacement parts section for more information WARNING Abrasive articles and liquids are emitted from the blast gun under high pressure Operator must ear appropriate personal and respiratory protective equipment as approved by MSHA NIOSH Abrasive Media Usage 1 If moisture is in the media it will eventually damage the tank or plug the system Keep the media and compressor air dry to avoid this problem 2 li the media is moist screen it and dry it before using 3 Do not leave media in the blaster after blasting because it can absorb moisture and impair blasting performance 4 Store media in a dry place keep media off the ground or concrete floors Put it on a wooden skid 5 If the humidity is excessively high it may not be advisable to blast at that time 6 Consider using different grades or different types of media to prevent nozzle clogging due
11. or liquids are present Failure to do so may cause an explosion resulting in serious injury 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 7 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 40050 40051 40047 40082 40048 401 AN 40049 mmm 40345 REPLACEMENT PARTS Description PartNo Description S O 5 64 Air jet gold Inc in Nozzle Kit o 1 8 Air jet silver Inc in Nozzle kit E 40370 7 x 3 8 hose with 90 molded end Optional not included 41017 Assembly Instructions 50 LB ABRASIVE BLASTER POLYMER A TAT dt REPLACEMENT PARTS Key PartNo Description Gy B 12580 Legsfortank g OD 81599 Blastgun Z oo 4 P age 8 ALG 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 9 Coal Slag 51584 Coal Slag is used when paint and rust has to be removed from steel such as car bodies tanks or heavy machinery Coal Slag is faster cutting can be re used is moisture free and will not pack or absorb moisture 25 Lb container Steel Grit 1587 Steel grit is extremely fast cutting on rusty metal and hard to remove paint Steel Grit is popular because it leaves a very smooth finish It is also comparable in price to most other specialty abrasives Steel Grit is recommended in reclaim systems or cabinets 25 Lb container Glass Bead 451586 Glass Bead is used in creating a satin or matte finish Glass Bead is recommended in reclaim systems or cabinets 25 Lb container Alumi
12. to high moisture content 7 Do not use sand ABRASIVE AND PRESSURE GUIDE Abrasive 10898 10898 10898 10898 10898 Silicon carbide Glass beads 30 50 80 120 30 50 30 50 30 50 30 40 14 30 41017 Assembly Instructions Page 5 ABRASIVE BLASTER SAFETY PROCEDURES CAUTION READ THESE SAFETY PROCEDURES IN THEIR ENTIRETY PARTS OF THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE WITHIN THESE WARNINGS These procedures are not intended to be exhaustive due to the many variables in the abrasive blasting field Therefore we INSIST that the hands ears mouth nose and eyes be covered with appropriate safety protection at all times ADDITIONAL WARNINGS CAUTION MUST BE EXERCISED BY USER AT ALL TIMES 1 Everyone in the blast area including the equipment operator should correctly use and maintain a NIOSH approved air supplied respirator even after blasting has ceased Harmful dust can remain suspended in the air for long periods of time after blasting has ceased causing injury or death 2 Before using the abrasive blaster Put on eye protection gloves and NIOSH approved respirator Always wear these protective items when operating and while servicing your abrasive blaster A well maintained air supplied blasting respirator must be used by anyone blasting 3 Use thick gloves with gauntlets to protect your hands 4 Use backboards to prevent overspray from hitting someone or something else because the dust will travel a long distan
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