Harbor Freight Tools ITEM 60738 - Manual (Page 14)

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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Inspect tool before use, looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts.
If any problems are found, do not use tool until repaired.
Tool Set Up
Abrasive Selection
1. The type of media chosen will greatly
influence the amount of time needed to
clean a particular surface area.
2. Abrasive blasting media include silicon carbide,
glass bead, walnut shell, brass bead, and alumina.
3. If you decide to reuse media, remember, it does
wear out. The sharp edges become rounder
and are less effective. At that point you should
replace the tank of media you are using.
Loading the Blast cabinet
TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy:
Always wear ANSI-approved safety impact eye glasses under a full face shield,
a respirator, and heavy duty work gloves when operating the Blast cabinet.
Also, wear heavy duty work boots, long trousers, and long sleeve shirt.
Never service the Blast cabinet or disassemble with the air hose attached.
Always release any built-up air even after disconnecting the hose.
1. Open a Side Door and pour the media
(up to 15 pounds) over the Grate within the Cabinet.
Note: The media used must be dry to avoid
clogging the Metering Valve or Blast Gun.
2. All parts to be blasted must be free of oil, grease,
and moisture. Once cleaned and dried, place
the parts on the Grate within the Cabinet.
3. Close and securely lock the Door Latch.
Nozzle Size
Depending on the size (diameter) of the media, install
the proper size Nozzle (6mm, 7mm) into the Blast Gun.
1. Unscrew and remove the Nozzle Holding Nut (1B).
2. Insert the desired Nozzle into the
front portion of the Blast Gun.
3. Then screw the Nozzle Holding Nut back onto
the Blast Gun to secure the Nozzle in place.
Note: By changing to the next larger size of Nozzle,
production can increase significantly. Larger size Nozzles
produce a larger cleaning pattern. This, however,
requires a higher air pressure and greater air flow.
Electrical power
1. Plug the male Power Cord from the Lamp Housing
into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet.
2. Turn the Power Switch on the
Lamp Housing to its “ON” position.
The two Fluorescent Lamps will illuminate.
Workpiece and Work Area Set Up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.
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.