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If Operator’s Manuals have been lost, please visit www.marco.us, or contact Marco at 563.324.2519 for replacements. Failure to comply with the above warning could result in death or serious injury.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Company Profile ......1 Assembly Part Numbers & Schematics . . 21 Definition of Terms ..... . 2 Blastmaster 121P Remote Control System.
HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONS Failure to comply with ANY WARNING listed below could result in death or serious injury. OSHA sets exposure limits to protect workers from exposure to respirable crystalline silica, 29 CFR 1910.1053. Airborne dust could increase the exposure levels beyond permissible limits. Breathing dust containing silica could cause silicosis, a fatal lung disease.
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Use of Marco remote control switches with other manufacturer’s remote control systems could cause unintended activation of remote control systems resulting in the release of high speed abrasive and compressed air. Only Marco remote control switches should be used with Marco remote control systems.
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONS Failure to comply with ANY CAUTION listed below may result in minor or moderate injury. Static electricity can be generated by abrasive moving through the abrasive blasting hose causing a shock hazard. Prior to use, ground the abrasive blasting pot and abrasive blasting nozzle to dissipate static electricity. High decibel noise levels are generated during the abrasive blasting process which may cause loss of hearing.
AIR & ABRASIVE CONSUMPTION CHART Failure to comply with ANY NOTICE listed below could pose a hazard to personnel or property. See Air & Abrasive Consumption Chart for estimated abrasive consumption rates and required air flow (cubic feet per minute). Your system must meet these minimum requirements to ensure proper function and performance.
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“THE BIG PICTURE” Blastmaster 121P Remote Control System ®...
Switch Operator's Manual for applicable instructions. * Optional or alternative device. Abrasive Blasting Pot Exhaust Muffler – Inspect Abrasive Blasting Pot Ask your Marco Representative Exhaust Muffler (24) at start and end of daily use. Replace element of Abrasive for more details.
• Inspect and clean Abrasive Trap (1) at least twice daily to ensure correct functioning. manufactured by entities Repair or replace damaged components. other than Marco, you must consult the • To cease abrasive blasting, deactivate the Pneumatic Remote Control Switch (8), this will Original Equipment interrupt the air circuit, allowing the blast pot to depressurize.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS W-505 Inspect all equipment for wear or damage before and after each use. Failure to use Original Equipment Manufacturer repair parts and failure to immediately replace worn or damaged components could void warranties and cause malfunctions. Failure to comply with the above warning could result in death or serious injury.
10) Connect Pneumatic Control Line (9) to Hose Unions (8). Secure Pneumatic Control manufactured by entities Line (9) to abrasive blasting hose every 4 to 6 feet, and on each side of the hose other than Marco, you must consult the connections. Provide adequate slack at each connection.
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INSTALLATION Blastmaster 121P Remote Control System ®...
MAINTENANCE Disassemble and Assemble 1-1/2" Inlet Valve Maintenance of the 1-1/2" Inlet Valve is limited to the daily cleaning and the immediate replacement of damaged or worn parts. W-562 Disassemble: Always depressurize the entire system, 1) Remove Fittings (2,13,14) and Petcock (1). Clean or replace if damaged. disconnect all power 2) Remove Bottom Cap (10), Gasket (9), Spring (11), Spring (8), and Valve Plug sources and lockout/...
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MAINTENANCE Disassemble and Assemble 1-1/2” Inlet Valve (cont) Blastmaster 121P Remote Control System ®...
MAINTENANCE Disassemble and Assemble 1” Diaphragm Outlet Valve Maintenance of the 1” Diaphragm Outlet Valve is limited to daily cleaning and immediate replacement of damaged or worn parts. W-562 Always depressurize 1) Remove Nipple (7) from Body (6). the entire system, 2) Remove Bushing (8) from Body (6).
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MAINTENANCE Disassemble and Assemble Blastmaster 1” Diaphragm Outlet Valve (cont) ® Blastmaster 121P Remote Control System ®...
MAINTENANCE Disassemble and Assemble Abrasive Trap Maintenance of the Abrasive Trap is limited to the daily cleaning and the immediate replacement of damaged or worn parts. W-562 Disassemble: Always depressurize the entire system, 1) Remove Thumbscrew (1) by turning counter-clockwise. disconnect all power 2) Swing Cap Lock Bar (15) clear of Cap (3) and remove Shoulder Screws (2,16), Cap sources and lockout/...
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MAINTENANCE Disassemble and Assemble Abrasive Trap (cont) Blastmaster 121P Remote Control System ®...
TROUBLESHOOTING If the Blastmaster 121P Remote Control System does not function properly, check the ® following: Always depressurize SYMPTOM (Cause) ACTION the entire system, disconnect all power Blast pot will not pressurize Inspect pneumatic control lines for correct sources and lockout/ routing, air leaks, blockage or pinch points.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM (Cause) ACTION Blast pot will not depressurize Inspect pneumatic control line for correct Always depressurize routing, air leaks, blockage or pinch points. the entire system, disconnect all power depressurizes slowly Tighten control line fittings if leaks are sources and lockout/ present.
LIMITED WARRANTY ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL DATA Seller warrants to the original purchaser that the Product covered by this Limited Warranty will remain free from defects in workmanship or material under normal commercial use and service for a period of one year from the The associations listed date of shipment to the original Purchaser.
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