INSTRUCTION MANUAL & PARTS
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1. 21 SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Electrical box exploded view usss pO B a 22 CONTROEHANDEE SYSTEMS Exploded u sm L ua uu a SS 22 NOVA 0000 ASSEMBLY Ex lO ded view e eet e este 23 NOVA 2000 ASSENIDEY S Parts lists in uama 24 RADEX BREATHING AIRLINE FILTER Exploded view SRS am nuna apas 25 BREATHING AIRLINE FILLER S Parts ll tee t muc E 26 IS EAS ace ee eee as ME nee eee ee AE 27 oe ox n we s n ss 28 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology of Terms Used ln his Manual Abrasive also known as media granular material used for blasting a surface Blow down also known as depressurize to expulse air automatically or manually from a pressurized vessel Control Handle mandatory remote control device used to start and stop the blaster Depressurize also known as blow down to expulse air automatically or manually from a pressurized vessel Pressure Hold System also known 85 manual blow down system blasting system in which the pressure vessel stays pressurized when the control handle is released Pressure Release System also known as automatic blow down system blasting system in which the pressure vessel is automatically2. manual this warning triangle will appear to denote instructions requiring special attention 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology A WARNING A Anyone who will be running the Abrasive Blaster or who will be nearby during its operation must receive appropriate training in the safe operation of the equipment and must be cautioned about the potential hazards Besides being adequately trained anyone who will be running the Abrasive Blaster or who will be nearby during its operation must read understand and follow all the procedures explained in the user manual For replacement manuals please contact your distributor or go to www ISTblast com Anyone who will be running the Abrasive Blaster or who will be nearby during its operation must use respiratory protection that meets OSHA and NIOSH standards for breathing apparatus and supplied air Because they contain large amounts of accumulated energy Pressurized Vessels can cause serious injury or death if safety procedures are ignored Never perform maintenance on a pressurized Pressure Vessel or attempt to open it under any circumstances Always depressurize the equipment and disconnect it properly from its air source before beginning maintenance Never modify the Pressure Vessel or do grinding or welding on it under any circumstances Otherwise the ASME certification will be void Damaged pressure vessels must
3. 4 M 6 632202 4HEXNIPPLE See page17 770062 SAFETY FLAP 632002 HEX NIPPLE 1 8 NPT x 1 8 W BALL ST 632224 HEX NIPPLE 1 8 NPT x 1 4 W BALL ST 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts gt O C D 6 O O C e C Q zu gt C NOVA 2000 assembly Exploded view Innovation and Leading lechnology NOVA 2000 assembly Parts list 603500 NOVA 2000 AsSEMeLY is ess erwe _ 603520 CAPE 28 NYLON 16 19557 AIRINLET ASSEMBLY OOOO 03 03 CAPE COVERBAND 18 563523 25 BREATHING AIRSUPPLY rosee 603517 HEAD DOME 8 SIDEWINGS LARGE 19 603524 50 BREATHING AIR SUPPLY HOSE 3 8 603504 HEAD DOME MEDIUM 20 603516 FLOW CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY W BELT 7 603505 SIDEWINGS MEDIUM 21 603519 1 4 QUICK RELEASE TAIL MALE THREAD 1 4 MNPT 1 2 QUICK RELEASE TAIL 3 8 MNPT 22 603525 amp QUICK RELEASE COUPLER FEMALE THREAD Y4 FNPT 603507 WINDOW FRAMEGASKET 23 603510 COOLTUBEWIBSPTHRERDRBELT O 603508 visor 24 603526 50 BREATHING AIR SUPPLY HOSE 1 2 603509 iaren a screws 25 105527 100 BREATHING AIR a 603514 INNERS 10 PACK ANSI Z87 1 1989 26 603511 HOTTUBEW BSPTHREAD amp BELT 603513 TEARAWAYS SOPACK 28 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp
4. amp Gaskets Ul Check the Air Hose for leaks abrasions and soft spots Check the couplings for damage leaks and wear Check the coupling gaskets for leaks and wear Replace all components as needed Be sure safety clips and whip checks safety cables are used to secure Air Hose connections Inspect amp Clean Blow down Muffler Remove the Blow Down Muffler and turn it upside down Tap it on a hard surface to free any debris that may be trapped inside Replace the muffler if it is blocked and the obstruction cannot be cleared Inspect Blow down Hose Assembly Remove and inspect the Blow Down Hose Assembly Replace it if you find leaks or soft spots 8 Inspect Pop Up amp Pop Up Gasket Check the Pop up and Pop up Gasket for wear Replace as needed 9 Service Metering Valve Disassemble and clean the Metering Valves Check for worn components and make sure it is working properly Replace any worn components Lubricate the two PMV 186 valves with an anti seize compound before reassembly 10 Service Air Valve AV 186 Disassemble and clean the valves Check for worn components and make sure it is working properly Replace any worn components Lubricate with an anti seize compound before reassembly 12 Service Control Valve s Disassemble and clean the valve s Check for worn components and make sure everything is working properly Replace any worn components Lubricate with an anti seize compound before reassembly 2015 1
5. HOSE INSERT SWIVEL 1 1 630805 NIPPLE 3 x 1 7 607091 DOUBLE BOLT CLAMP 2 630840 T COUPLING 17 630884 BOTTOM VESSEL PLUG 174 3 630844 PLUG 1 4 908847 1 4 UNION BALL VALVE NIPPLE 3 x 115 606007 1 2 SBH HOSE 5 607051 NH34 NOZZLE COUPLING 1 608845 PMV 186 VALVE ASSEMBLY 6 606003 34 SBH HOSE 631060 PA REDUCER 1 TO 14 608821 AIR VALVE AV 1769 607075 NCV TC 114 COUPLING 8 630111 NIPPLE 6 X 4 4 908208 SHUTTLE VALVE 9 632234 T PL 324560 FITTING PUSH IN 90 1 4 10 611022 NTP GAUGE 47 PILOT VALVE 11 611035 AIRLINEFILTER 632760 BP MENDER Y 12 324560 FITTING PUSH IN 90 14 632745 15 x Ya BRASS CONNECTOR 324571 BLUETUBING AIR LINE 632226 a BRASS T STREET 14 NIPPLE 3 x 1 4 632232 1 90 BRASS T PL 14 632214 BP HEX NIPPLE REDUIT 1 2 14 PLUG 324560 PUSH IN 1 4 90 17 14 NIPPLE CLOSE 606167 4 FLEXIBLE HOSE UNION 112 624117 4 CLIP FOR FLEXIBLE HOSE T PA 114 ELECTRICAL SEE DETAIL 22 NIPPLE 114 324503 PUSH IN FITTING X M FITTING PUSH IN 90 57 324502 PUSH IN FITTING 630801 1 NIPPLE CLOSE 324560 PUSH IN 14 90 630890 UNION PA 1 4 324584 PUSH IN 1 4 24 631050 REDUCER HEX PA 1 X 1V 631050 _ 324503 4 PUSH IN 631035 T PA 115 630840 T PA 14 632226 4 T BRA
6. Only experienced qualified persons should perform troubleshooting procedures BLAST MACHINE TURNS ON ACCIDENTALLY OR UNEXPECTEDLY Possible Causes 1 2 3 4 The safety flap lever or lock button on the Control Handle is damaged or missing The Pneumatic Control Handle if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out The Electrical Control Handle if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out The Electrical Control Cord if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out if equipped BLAST MACHINE TURNS OFF TOO SLOWLY OR DOES NOT TURN OFF WHEN CONTROL HANDLE IS RELEASED Possible Causes 2 The Pneumatic Control Handle if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out The Electrical Control Handle if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out The Electrical Control Cord if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out The Air Valve if equipped needs servicing due to insufficient lubrication or it is jammed faulty damaged or worn out The Combination Valve Assembly if equipped is not seating properly because itis faulty damaged or worn out An obstruction in the Blow Down Muffler is hindering the release of air 2015 11 10 AIR BLAST STOPS BUT ABRASIVE CONTINUES TO FLOW WHEN CONTROL HANDLE IS RELEASED APPLIES ONLY TO SYSTEMS WITH PMV 186 SERIES METERING VALVES Possible Causes 1 2 The Urethane Seat black in the Metering Valve is faulty damaged or worn out The MN2 Sle
7. depressurized when the control handle is released Pressure Vessel enclosed section of the blaster filled with pressurized air and abrasive during blasting operations Pressurize to fill the pressure vessel with compressed air Properly Trained Person a person who has successfully passed a training course in sandblasting pertaining mainly to the safe operation of stationary or portable Abrasive Blasters with capacities ranging from 1 5 ft to 6 5 and who has read this entire manual and understands it Silica hazardous substance found in many naturally occurring abrasives NOTE Abrasives containing silica must NEVER be used in any blasting situation Even if respiratory protective equipment is used the resulting dust can cause respiratory disease Safety Symbols The safety symbols below are designed to ensure the safety and protection of the Abrasive Blaster operator and of anyone else nearby The explanations provided apply to sandblasting equipment DAWARNNG A WARNING This symbol indicates a potentially DANGER This symbol indicates a potentially dangerous situation that could result in serious dangerous situation that WILL result in serious injury or death if the instructions related to the injury or death if the instructions related to the symbol are not carried out Throughout the symbol are not carried out Throughout the manual this warning triangle will appear to denote instructions requiring special attention
8. do so shut off the compressed air at its source and open the Drain Valve on the Abrasive Blaster Slowly WARNING The Abrasive Blaster must receive open the Inlet Valve on the Abrasive Blaster This will clean cool dry compressed air to run properly allow the compressed air stored in the Compressed Depending on the quality of the air being Air Supply Hose to exit through the Drain Valve Once supplied the Moisture Separator included with the sound of air escaping through the Drain Valve the Abrasive Blaster may not have the capacity to has stopped squeeze the Compressed Air Supply ensure this is the case Hose and make sure there is no more compressed air left inside Once this is done you can disconnect it DANGER Compressed Air Supply Hoses must NEVER be disconnected until the HOW TO DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY HOSE procedures have been carried out Otherwise the hose could blow off violently and injure or kill someone in the area HOW TO SHUT DOWN THE ABRASIVE BLASTER When you have finished blasting you must shut down the Abrasive Blaster To do so release the Remote Control Handle and then shut off the Inlet Valve In the case of an RC 176 Pressure Release the Abrasive Blaster will be depressurized by that time When using an RC 186 Pressure Hold make sure that the pneumatic Control Handle is released Next shut off the Main Air Supply Valve and slowly open the Blow Down Valve to let out the compressed air
9. 1 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology Wroubleshoowing ABRASIVE NOT FLOWING DURING BLASTING AIR ONLY Possible Causes 1 The Abrasive Blaster is empty The abrasive cut off function if equipped is engaged and is preventing the abrasive from flowing 2 The Metering Valve is closed or not properly adjusted If you suspect that a PMV 186 Metering Valve is not opening conduct the following test Shut off the Me tering Valve completely by turning the knob clockwise until it stops Next turn it counterclockwise about 9 full turns Then depress the Control Handle and check if the knob is difficult to turn or does not turn at all If so the Metering Valve is opening properly 3 There is a blockage in the Metering Valve To free the blockage from a PMV 186 Metering Valve begin by turning the knob on the Metering Valve clockwise until it stops Then turn the knob counterclockwise 9 full turns so it is fully open Depress the Control Handle and have a slSTblastnd qualified person close the choke valve for 2 sIlSTblastnds and then re open it immediately Minor obstructions such as paint chips a bit of wet abrasive or a piece of paper will be forced through the Metering Valve and out the Nozzle Turn the Metering Valve back to the required blast setting and check if the obstruction has been removed If there is still a blockage depressurize the Abrasive Blas
10. E to make sure that it fits and that it is in good working condition Replace or repair PPE or have it fitted as needed 2 Inspect Remote Control Handles and Control Hose Cord Pneumatic Remote Control Systems Inspect the Control Handle to be sure the Safety Flap Lever Lock Button is in good working condition Check for damages and replace or repair components as needed Inspect the twin line hoses and replace them if there are leaks abrasions or soft spots Electric Remote Control Systems Inspect the Control Handle and make sure the Safety Flap Lever Lock Button is in good working condition Check for damages and replace or repair components as needed Inspect the control cord and replace it if there are damaged plug ends or signs of abrasion exposed wires or cracks Inspect Blast Hose Couplings amp Gaskets Check the Blast Hose for leaks abrasions and soft spots Inspect the couplings for damage leaks and wear Check the coupling gaskets for leaks and wear Replace all components as needed Be sure safety clips and whip checks safety cables are used to secure Blast Hose connections Inspect Blasting Nozzle UJ 4 Check the Blasting Nozzle for wear and measure the bore diameter If the bore diameter is worn to the point of being 1 16 in larger than its original diameter replace the Blasting Nozzle For instance a 5 Nozzle 5 16 in bore needs to be replaced when the bore reaches 3 8 in Inspect Air Hose Couplings
11. Innovation and Leading lechnology PRESSURE VESSEL Model 1046 YVER SPOON ROTS 2 ODINS INSTRUCTION MANUAL amp PARTS 2015 11 10 Innovation and Leading lechnology vabile Of contents pase NOR TERMS USED IN THIS WAIN A Ere 3 WARNING RENE T DTE 4 TO SEP PEDES STi itecto 5 4 13 CONTR ORS STEMS m E HT c oR a 6 BEFORE BLASTING ea Nose eer 7 BELASTING M GG E aa eee e 8 BEA TONG END Sas ct 9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE n N 10 MAINTENANCE OCEDURES eret 11 Tel TRIN GE sce ui 12 ROWE MES Oma NER CONTD Uu E 13 TROUBLE SHOOTIN GCE ND caret nn RR m REL 14 SYS TEMAS SEMBEY Parts MONT VIEW x uu io ee BS 15 SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Pants cor d tiov oett E 16 SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Parts cont d miscellaneous sss saa sees eese eee eene nennen etiatn tinens 17 SY TENBA S SEMB LY Pa CSS ILS em itcr 2 1 18 AN VABVESSSENMEBLDYSSEXDIOGOGOIQ Dee bam u uuu mas astaq 19 VALVE AV ISG Exploqed View P eet CD n aS ma 20 ABRASIVE METERING VALVE PMV 186 Exploded view
12. Leading lechnology HOW TO PRESSURIZING THE ABRASIVE BLASTER Before you pressurize the Abrasive Blaster make sure that o AII BEFORE BLASTING procedures have been carried out The Inlet Valve is shut off Blow down Valve is shut off RC 186 systems only The Remote Control Handle is released Each hose connection is secure and reinforced with a safety clip The Abrasive Blaster is set up in a safe location on level ground and everyone nearby has been informed of its presence 4 Anyone who will be near the Abrasive Blaster is wearing the required safety equipment The only persons who will be near the Abrasive Blaster are those who have received the proper training and who have read the manual and understand it Once these conditions are met you can turn on the compressed air source and open the Inlet Valve on the Abrasive Blaster At that point the Abrasive Blaster will be ready for blasting DANGER Maintenance must NEVER be done on the Abrasive Blaster nor should anyonetry to open it while it is pressurized Otherwise serious injury or death will result from the violent expulsion of compressed air and propelled objects The compressed air supplied to the Abrasive Blaster should NEVER exceed 150 PSI 10 3 BAR WARNING Activating the Remote Control Handle can cause the Blast Hose to kick back Prepare by bracing yourself Blasters with MMV 175 Metering V
13. NEVER be used The appropriate Remote Deadman Control System must be used to operate the Abrasive Blaster Abrasive Blasters must NEVER be used without Remote Controls Bleeder Type Control Handles must NEVER be used with RC 176 or RC 186 Series Blasters because they can create dangerous conditions where the blaster does not shut off when the handle is released Anyone who will be running the Abrasive Blaster or who will be nearby during its operation must use the appropriate safety equipment as well as common sense to protect themselves The required safety equipment includes but is not limited to hearing eye body and lung protection Because of their weight Abrasive Blasters and the objects being blasted can cause serious injury or death if they topple over All OSHA and NIOSH safety requirements must be followed at all times Only genuine ISTblast replacement parts must be used for maintenance on the Abrasive Blaster The equipment must NEVER be altered under any circumstances Using altered brand parts can create hazardous conditions and will void your warranty Beforeusingthe Abrasive Blaster inspectitand make sure itis in good working order Malfunctioning or damaged equipment must NEVER be used Only clean cool dry compressed air must be supplied to the Abrasive Blaster Hazardous conditions can result if moisture or debris reaches the Remote Control System Compressed air supplied to the Blaster must not exceed 150
14. Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology RADEX Breathing airline filter Exploded view 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology RADEX Breathing airline filter Parts list 603613 DRAIN TAP BRASS 1 4 NPT 603614 BASE MOUNT 603600 RADEX FILTER ASSEMBLY 603600 13 603601 QUICK RELEASE COUPLER FEMALE THREAD 14 TEE BRASS 3 2 15 603615 AUTO DRAIN UNIT CAP BRASS 2 2 16 603616 MICRO MIST FILTER 2 ASSEMBLY REDUCING NIPPLE BRASS 1 X A ELBOW BRASS 14 603606 VALVE PRESS RELIEF 125 PSI 1 4 NPT 603619 SIX OUTLET FILTER LID 18 19 7 HEX NIPPLE BRASS 3 2 20 603620 6 OUTLET MANIFOLD 22 10 603050 FILTER CARTRIDGE FLANGED 23 603623 SUPER HIGH FLOW REGULATOR m 603611 Nut washer serora 24 603624 CONNECTORTNT a2 603612 FLTERBODY _ 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology USublast WARRANTY OOO ISTblast would like to thank you for your recent purchase of our product line Please complete the card below and either mail or fax it to our office so that we may start the warranty of your product and keep you up to date on the EPA regulations by fax Again thank you for your purchase and if you have any suggestions or comments
15. R 1 4 FLAT WASHER NUT 1 4 UNC HEX HEAD MACHINE SCREW UNC X 35mm SPRING Service kit available only 608823 2 4 5 7 9 10 12 14 16 18 EN EE PME ES EN EN EN O RING 45mm x 3mm e O RING 9mm x 2 65mm SHAFT FLAT WASHER SEAT HOLDER 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts i EN 8 meme r Ex EE ES Innovation and Leading lechnology Abrasive metering valve PUV 186 s Exploded view 770022 770201 770023 770024 770026 770202 770203 770213 770204 770121 608830 770030 770206 608832 2015 11 10 608845 PMV 186 COMPLETE VALVE ASS Y TOP ANTI VIBRATION WASHER STOP RING PISTON SEAL PLUNGER COVER NYLON WASHER PISTON TUNGSTENE PLUNGER CYLINDER PLUNGER SEAL C WITH O RING PLUNGER SEAL C WITHOUT O RING TUNGSTEN CARBIDE SLEEVE URETHANE SEAT SEAT HOLDER FLAT WASHER HEX HEAD BOLT EXHAUST FILTER SQUARE HEAD PLUG CONTROL KNOB 14 X 1 Y4 PIPE NIPPLE TUNGSTEN SEAT KIT INCLUDE 15 16 17 KIT 770210 INCLUDE ITEMS 5 11 12 13 14 AND 15 16 17 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading fechnology System assembly Electrical box exploded view 1 608568 SOLENOIDVALVE 2 324561 90 PUSHING FITTING x 3 324571 NYLON TUBING SOLD BY FOOT a 324502 PUSHINFTTING 5 324503 PUSH IN FITTING x
16. SS 7 631001 NIPPLE PA 115 632233 90 ELBOW BRASS 631045 90 ELBOW PA 172 632202 4 BRASS HEX NIPPLE 611057 1 MOISTURE SEPARATOR 740102 ACCESS DOOR KIT 632730 15 90 BRASS ELBOW 740101 ACCESS DOOR GASKET 606193 DUALLINE REMOTE CONTROL HOSE 55 C W FITTING 606104 w WHITE NYLON HOSE shee 631001 1 NIPPLE CLOSE 908006 PNEUMATIC DEADMAN CONTROL HANDLE 608106 1 BALL VALVE 608230 DRAIN COCK VALVE Q IA PER FOOT Q N N sN N NIN Z N 2 N See details parts page 19 5 5 See details parts page 20 5 See details parts page 21 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology AV 476 Alr valve assembly Exploded view 608821 AV 176 COMPLETE VALVE ASS Y mw far mew Ps EXTERNAL CIRCLIP UPPER ROD ASS Y INCLUDE ITEMS 26 27 28 29 SEALKIT PISTON SEAL 770190 VALVE PLUG Lock NUT UPPER ROD SEAL CIRCLIP LOWER ROD SEAL LOWER ROD GUIDE BUSH EXHAUST FILTER CIRCLIP PLUG KIT 770183 INCLUDE ITEMS 11 12 20 21 22 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology Air valve AV 186 Exploded view 908846 AIR VALVE AV186 150 COMPLETE VALVE ASS Y RETAINER LOCK NUT 1 4 UNF O RING 34mm x 1 8mm P O RING 31 5mm x 2mm COVER LOCK NUT 5 16 UNF FLAT WASHER 8mm SPRING WASHE
17. alves usually kick back erratically for a short while when they first start up WARNING All persons who will be in the vicinity of the blasting operation must be adequately trained must have read and understood the manual and must be wearing the necessary safety equipment 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Blasting HOW TO USE THE ABRASIVE BLASTER To prepare for blasting pressurize the Abrasive Blaster To begin the flow of abrasive and compressed air push the safety flap down and squeeze the Remote Control Handle To adjust the air abrasive mixture turn the handle on the Metering Valve It will take a bit of time for the adjusted mixture to reach the Nozzle The delay will vary according to the length of the Blast Hose Before you make adjustments stop the Abrasive Blaster by releasing the Remote Control Handle After a short period which will again depend on the length of the hose the flow of compressed air and abrasive will come to a halt On Pressure Release RC 176 Abrasive Blasters the Pressure Vessel automatically exhausts through the Blow Down valve This causes a burst of compressed air which can project loose objects debris or abrasive toward anyone in the area Therefore no one should be close to a Pressure Release RC 176 Abrasive Blaster during blasting operations DANGER Respiratory disease can result from airborne particles generated by abrasive blasting Anyone involved in the bl
18. asting operation or in the vicinity must wear the appropriate NIOSH OSHA approved breathing apparatus Abrasives containing silica must NEVER be used DANGER Always stay clear of a Pressure Release RC 176 Abrasive Blaster while it is running When the Remote Control Handle is released compressed air will rush out suddenly and violently from the exhaust valve You must wait until the Abrasive Blaster is depressurized before adjusting the Metering Valve WARNING Only persons who have been fully trained in abrasive blasting should run the Abrasive Blaster This manual provides only basic information on the safe operation of the features of ISTblast RC 176 RC 186 Series Abrasive Blasters WARNING You must NEVER point the Blast Nozzle towards anyone including yourself or towards the Abrasive Blaster WARNING Make sure the Choke Valve is completely open during blasting to prevent damage to the equipment Innovation and Leading lechnology Blasting ond HOW TO DRAIN THE MOISTURE SEPARATOR HOW TO DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY HOSE The Moisture Separator must be drained Even once you have depressurized the Abrasive periodically during blasting To do so it is best to Blaster and shut off the Inlet Valve the Compressed keep the Drain Valve slightly open This way air Air Supply Hose may still contain pressure which will continuously escape and force the moisture must be expelled before you disconnect the hose To out
19. death will result from the violent expulsion of compressed air and propelled objects WARNING The Operating Procedures described in this manual are intended to provide basic information about the safe operation of the features of ISTblast RC 176 RC 186 Series Abrasive Blasters The Abrasive Blaster should be operated only by persons who are fully trained in PURGE THE AIR SUPPLY HOSE Before the Air Supply Hose is connected to the Abrasive Blaster the hose must be purged of any moisture or debris If there is standing water or moisture in the air line the Abrasive Blaster will not perform optimally Air supplied to the Abrasive Blaster must be cool dry and clean ATTACH THE REMOTE CONTROL HANDLE Using hose clamps or heavy wire ties fasten the Remote Control Handle to the Blast Hose near the Nozzle Next form a loop of Twinline Control Cord where the first 6 inches of cord curve away from the Blast Hose then the next 6 inches run parallel to the Blast Hose and then the last 6 inches curve back to join the Blast Hose At the location where the loop ends fasten the Twinline Control Cord to the Blast Hose by wrapping duct tape twice around the Twinline Control Cord and then around the Blast Hose to form a strain relief attachment Do this only on the first connection near the Control Handle Fasten the rest of the Twinline Control Cord to the blast hose by wrapping duct tape around the cord and the hose every 3 feet begin
20. ded to prevent water from getting inside the Abrasive Blaster ABRASIVE STREAM TOO HEAVY OR THROBBING DURING BLASTING Possible Causes Note When RC 176 systems first start up they may throb for a while if there is an accumulation of abrasive in the blast hose from a previous operation This is normal and no corrective action is needed 1 The Choke Valve is partially closed The Abrasive Blaster should be operated ONLY with the Choke Valve fully open Doing otherwise will cause 2 The Metering Valve needs adjusting Refer to the instructions on page 10 on how to adjust Metering Valves Innovation and Leading lechnology DANGER The Abrasive Blaster must NEVER be opened while itis pressurized Extreme caution is required when troubleshooting involves pressurizing the Abrasive Blaster Only experienced qualified persons should perform troubleshooting procedures LOW PRESSURE AT THE NOZZLE Possible Causes 1 The air compressor is too small or the load button is not activated 2 The Nozzle is worn out creating too much demand for the compressor The hose supplying air to the blaster is too small There is a hole in the blast hose The pop up is not sealing properly Me There are one or more leaks in the Handway Assembly The Inlet Air Valve is dirty or blocked p 8 Thelower plunger if equipped in the Inlet Air Valve is damaged faulty or worn out 9 The Choke Valve is partially c
21. eve in the Metering Valve is faulty damaged or worn out The MN2 Plunger in the Metering Valve is faulty damaged or worn out Foreign material is jammed between the Plunger and the Metering Valve Seat The Metering Valve Spring is faulty damaged or worn out ABRASIVE STOPS FLOWING BUT AIR BLAST CONTINUES WHEN CONTROL HANDLE IS RELEASED Possible Causes 1 2 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts The lower plunger in the AV 176 or AV 186 Air Valve is faulty damaged or worn out The piston seal in the AV 176 or AV 186 is faulty damaged or worn out The O ring in the AV 176 or AV 186 Valve is faulty damaged or worn out 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts A v m 9 16 2015 11 10 a i4 Wt i ne Fn pe pu P 4 mow W W e 9 See details parts page 22 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology System assembly Parts list stock ay J stock DESCRIPTION A 908820 PRESSUREVESSELONLY 1 908846 AIR VALVE AV 186 1508 8 B 740104 O RING FOR 10 pi 608106 1 BALL VALVE 610044 5 PLUNGER LG SERIE 607090
22. losed The Abrasive Blaster should be operated ONLY with the Choke Valve fully open Doing otherwise will cause damage to the Abrasive Blaster 10 The Abrasive Metering Valve is open too far 11 The Nozzle is blocked 12 The Regulator if equipped needs adjusting ABRASIVE BLASTER DOES NOT TURN ON OR IS SLOW TO DO SO Possible Causes The air compressor is too small or the load button is not activated The Nozzle is worn out creating too much demand for the compressor 3 The hose supplying air to the blaster is too small 4 There are one or more leaks in the control hoses and or fittings 5 The Nozzle is blocked 6 The Inlet Air Valve is dirty or blocked 7 The Pneumatic Control Handle if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out The Electrical Control Handle if equipped is faulty damaged or worn out The Electrical Control coil or coils if equipped are faulty The Power Source battery or AC DC converter is not generating enough power to open the electrical control valves if equipped The Control Valve if equipped needs servicing due to insufficient lubrication or it is jammed faulty damaged or worn out 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology DANGER The Abrasive Blaster must NEVER be opened while itis pressurized Extreme caution is required when troubleshooting involves pressurizing the Abrasive Blaster
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24. ning at the Nozzle end of the Blast Hose 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology RG A S Control system How it works Combination valve AV 176 Pressure regulator optional Remote control handle P ox IMPORTANT A PRESSURE REGULATOR SHOULD BE INSTALLED ON THE AIRLINE FROM AIR COMPRESSOR When the main air line ball valve is ON air is supplied to the AV 176 Combination Air Intake and Exhaust Valve which is normally closed When the Remote Control Handle on the dual air line is depressed the AV 176 Combination Valve will be activated so the air can flow in This forces the Plunger Pop up Valve to seal the filling port and close the exhaust section of the Combination Valve at the same time thus pressurizing the Pressure Vessel When the Control Handle is released blasting will stop and the Pressure Vessel will automatically depressurize When you have finished blasting always be sure to close the main inlet air line ball valve 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts 2015 11 10 Innovation and Leading lechnology 237373 Blasting PRE BLASTING INSPECTION Before each use of the Abrasive Blaster check and make sure it is in safe working condition Examine the seals hoses and other components closely for wear or damage Replace any damaged or worn component before you begin blasting WARNING An Abrasi
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26. psi USING AN AIR LINE PRESSURE REGULATOR IS STRONGLY RISTBLASTMMENDED Abrasive Blasters must NEVER be used in locations that could be deemed potentially hazardous according to Article 500 of the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 The Abrasive Blaster must NEVER be used in wet locations Electrically controlled Abrasive Blasters must always be connected to a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts 2015 11 10 Innovation and Leading lechnology abrasive blasting INSPECT THE PRESSURE VESSEL When your Abrasive Blaster arrives remove the Handway Assembly and check if any foreign objects have fallen in through the pop up opening If so remove them all and then reinstall the Handway Assembly DANGER Maintenance must NEVER be done on the Abrasive Blaster nor should anyone try to open it while it is pressurized Otherwise serious injury or death will result from the violent expulsion of compressed air and propelled objects RE TIGHTEN THE HANDWAY ASSEMBLY Once you have pressurized the Abrasive Blaster for the first time tighten the nut on the Handway Assembly Also whenever the Handway Assembly is removed for maintenance you must tighten the nut again prior to and following the next pressurization DANGER Maintenance must NEVER be done on the Abrasive Blaster nor should anyone try to open it while it is pressurized Serious injury or
27. ter remove the Pusher Line and the Metering Valve and check if there is a steady stream of abrasive If so allow the Abrasive Blaster to empty and then reinstall the Metering Valve If you find a large obstruction you will have to remove it from inside the Pressure Vessel To do so start by making sure that the Abrasive Blaster is depressurized Next remove the Handway Assembly scoop or vacuum all the abrasive out of the Pressure Vessel and then remove the obstruction You can then reinstall the Handway Assembly and the Metering Valve Be sure to tighten them securely 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts DANGER The Abrasive Blaster must NEVER be opened while it is pressurized Extreme caution is required when troubleshooting involves pressurizing the Abrasive Blaster Only experienced qualified persons should perform troubleshooting procedures Once this is done you can refill the Abrasive Blaster It is advisable to use a screen to keep foreign objects from getting inside the Abrasive Blaster and causing a blockage 4 There is wet abrasive in the Abrasive Blaster The wet abrasive must be removed To do so depressurize the Abrasive Blaster remove the Handway Assembly and scoop or vacuum out the wet abrasive The Abrasive Blaster must always be used with dry abrasive and supplied with clean cool dry air to keep the abrasive dry For outdoor operations using a lid is rliSTblastmmen
28. ter to start and stop blasting Electrical On the Abrasive Blaster the Remote Control Handle must be connected to the female twist lock connector on the Abrasive Blaster A 12 VDC power source 12 V battery or optional 120 VAC to 12 VDC converter must be connected to the male twist lock connector Pneumatic The Remote Control twin line hose must be connected to the Abrasive Blaster using the threaded or quick disconnect fittings that are supplied Using pneumatic Remote Control Systems is not rlSTblastmmended with Blast Hoses exceeding 100 feet WARNING The Abrasive Blaster must NEVER be operated without a Remote Control System DANGER Caution must always be used around electrical sources to avoid electrical shock Never operate electrically remote controlled Abrasive Blasters in wet or other hazardous conditions HOW TO CONNECT HOSES Before you connect hoses to the Abrasive Blaster be sure the Inlet Valve is closed and the compressed air supply is off Next connect the hose from the compressed air supply to the inlet on the Abrasive Blaster and use safety clips to secure it Using an air line pressure regulator is strongly riSTblastmmended Connect the blast hose to the coupling on the Metering Valve at the base of the Abrasive Blaster Use safety clips to secure it WARNING Safety devices such as clips and whip checks safety cables must always be used to secure the hose 2015 11 10 Innovation and
29. that is stored in the Abrasive Blaster Exhaust Combination valve AV 176 ee Pneumatic control handle Nozzle RC 176 Pressure Release System 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology WARNING Only experienced qualified persons should perform maintenance The maintenance procedures and timetable below must be followed otherwise the equipment may perform poorly or fail Furthermore the equipment warranty will bISTblastme void DANGER Maintenance must NEVER be done on the Abrasive Blaster nor should anyone try to open it while it is pressurized Serious injury or death will result from the violent expulsion of compressed air and propelled objects 1 Inspect personal protective equipment Every day 2 Inspect remote control handles and control hose cord Every Day 3 Inspect blast hose couplings amp gaskets Every Day 4 Inspect blasting nozzle Every Day 5 Inspect air hose couplings and gasket Every Day 6 Inspect amp clean blow down muffler if equipped Every Week 7 Inspect pop up amp pop up gasket Every Months 8 Service metering valve Every 3 Months 9 Service combination valve if equipped Every 3 Months 10 Service control valve s if equipped Every 3 Months 2015 11 10 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts Innovation and Leading lechnology 1 Inspect Personal Protective Equipment PPE Inspect all PP
30. ve Blaster must NEVER be used if any of its components are damaged or worn Replace all damaged or worn parts before using the equipment HOW TO ADD THE ABRASIVE Before you fill the Abrasive Blaster be sure that the Inlet Valve is closed and that the Pressure Vessel is depressurized Pour the abrasive into the top of the Abrasive Blaster Allow it to flow around the Pop up and into the Pressure Vessel Make sure you neither overfill nor allow foreign materials to enter To prevent foreign items from getting inside the use of a screen is rlSTblastmmended DANGER NEVER reach inside while the Abrasive Blaster is being filled The pop up opening can close unexpectedly and cause serious injury or death WARNING Abrasives containing silica must NEVER be used with ISTblast Abrasive Blasters WARNING The Inlet Valve must NEVER be open while the Abrasive Blaster is being filled Before you begin filling always be sure to close it WARNING NEVER use electrically conductive abrasives when the Abrasive Blaster is being used with Electrical Remote Control Systems unless the sealed strain relief connectors have been changed WARNING An Abrasive Blaster containing abrasive must NEVER be moved or transported A 1046 Pressure Vessel Instruction Manual amp Parts ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM An electrical or pneumatic Remote Control System also referred to as Deadman must always be used with an Abrasive Blas
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