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Eastwood 11737 Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Dual Blaster Instructions Part #11737...
  • Page 2 Eastwood’s Dual Blaster allows you to strip, clean and blast with our Patent Pending, specially de- signed “mixing valve” to instantly switch from Soda Media to Abrasive and back again in seconds. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing an Eastwood Dual Blaster.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Check for damage regularly. If any part of the tool is damaged it should be carefully inspected to make sure that it can perform its’ intended function correctly. If in doubt, the part should be repaired. Refer all servicing to a qualifi ed technician. Consult Eastwood for advice. •...
  • Page 4 • Store idle tools out of the reach of children and untrained persons. Tools may be dangerous in the hands of untrained users. • Drain water trap periodically during use. Do not allow moisture to fi ll more than 1/2 the water trap bowl.
  • Page 5 fi tting on the Inlet Manifold and tighten. CAUTION: these are tapered pipe threads and over tightening will cause permanent damage. 9. Repeat previous step for the left (ABRASIVE) pressure hose. Step 8 Step 8 Continued... To order parts and supplies, call 1-800-345-1178 or visit www.eastwood.com...

  • Page 6: Before Beginning

    10. Flip the unit gently on its back with the Frame Loop and wheels supporting the weight providing access to the manifold assemblies on the underside of the tank. 11. Attach the right side SODA blast hose (GREEN VALVE) to the barbed fi tting and securely tighten the hose clamp.
  • Page 7 Using extreme care, slowly open the Purge Valve and direct the stream of media into the container. To order parts and supplies, call 1-800-345-1178 or visit www.eastwood.com...
  • Page 8 TROUBLESHOOTING SODA BLASTING 1. The most common problem encountered with Soda Blasting is clumping of media due to moisture contamination. If media stops fl owing, stop all work and “burp” (quickly open and close) the Purge Valve allowing a minimal discharge of media from the Clear Purge Hose. Be certain to direct the discharge to a safe area.

  • Page 9: Helpful Tips

    CFM @ 80 PSI Approximate Media Usage Area 25 lbs/hr 135 sq. in./hr 2.5mm 35 lbs/hr 180 sq. in./hr 60 lbs/hr 250 sq. in./hr 3.5mm 75 lbs/hr 425 sq. in./hr To order parts and supplies, call 1-800-345-1178 or visit www.eastwood.com...
  • Page 10 ABRASIVE BLASTING (Red Valves) Always wear your blast hood, NIOSH approved respiratory protection, ANSI-approved safety glasses and heavy duty canvas gloves when operating the abrasive blaster. Before operating your abrasive blaster, inspect each connection, double checking to make sure that all are tight and properly sealed. THIS MACHINE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH SILICA BASED ABRASIVES.
  • Page 11 The Abrasive Hose needs to be replaced immediately if its side walls develop leaks or show blisters in the surface. Do not use if any of these problems are present. To order parts and supplies, call 1-800-345-1178 or visit www.eastwood.com...
  • Page 12 ABRASIVE SELECTION The kind of abrasive you choose will greatly infl uence the amount of time needed to clean a given surface area. Abrasive materials include glass beads, aluminum oxide, and others. For best results, use 80 grit abrasive or fi ner. Do not exceed 80 grit media size. •...

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 1. Keep your Eastwood Dual Blaster clean, and protect it from damage. 2. Release pressure from the tank after each use. 3. When initially pressurizing, check for leaks at the tank top and at all hoses and fi ttings. Leaking joints may be repaired by replacing worn or damaged parts and using tefl...

  • Page 14: Warranty

    30 days of your purchase, send the product and the original receipt to the Eastwood Company for credit or replacement. Before returning any product, you must contact the Eastwood Company at 800-345-1178 to acquire a Return Authorization Number.
  • Page 15 To order parts and supplies, call 1-800-345-1178 or visit www.eastwood.com...
  • Page 16 NOTES If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 1-866-759-2131 email: techelp@eastwood.com The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA US and Canada: 1-800-345-1178 Outside US: 610-718-8335 fax: 610-323-6268 www.eastwood.com...

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