Air Pressure And Air Volume; Maintenance And Care - Westfalia 80 31 50 Instruction Manual

Air Pressure and Air Volume

Operate the air sand blaster with a pressure of 6 bar using a compressor with
an air suction capacity of at least 200 l/min. When using higher pressure for
operating the air tool than the max. permitted pressure of 8 bar, its self life will
be reduced drastically. The ideal capacity is provided by compressors with a
suction capacity of 300 – 400 l/min.
Only use air hoses with an inner diameter of at least 9 mm. When setting up
the air pressure, always keep in mind that the pressure will decrease by
approx. 0.6 bar when using a 10 m long hose with an inner diameter of 9 mm.

Maintenance and Care

To ensure proper functionality and a long lifetime, diligent maintenance is
essential.
For operating pneumatic tools, clean air is required. Corrosion residues, dust
and dirt from the pneumatic pipes reduce the efficiency of the tool and will
cause technical problems. An upstream maintenance unit consisting of filter
and pressure regulator valve removes moisture and dirt from the air and
controls the working pressure.
After use, clean the air sand blaster and the nozzle inserts with a moist cloth.
Do not use abrasive or aggressive chemicals as benzene or thinner, which
may dissolve plastic parts.
Do not allow liquids to enter the unit and never immerse it into liquids. Water in
the compressed air inlet can damage the machine. Therefore it is
recommended to drain the air lines and the compressor in regular intervals!
Also clean the air filters in regular intervals.
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