Eastwood 2-PS Quick Setup Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Eastwood Manuals
  4. Power Tool
  5. 2-PS
  6. Quick setup manual
Eastwood 2-PS Quick Setup Manual

Eastwood 2-PS Quick Setup Manual

Heavy duty portable soda
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
THE EASTWOOD COMPANY
HEAVY DUTY PORTABLE SODA
BLASTER
OPERATOR'S BOOKLET

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the 2-PS and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Eastwood 2-PS

Summary of Contents for Eastwood 2-PS

  • Page 1 THE EASTWOOD COMPANY HEAVY DUTY PORTABLE SODA BLASTER OPERATOR’S BOOKLET...
  • Page 2 4. Make sure that the ball valve on the bottom of the tank is in the fully open position. 5. Turn on your air compressor and set the compressor to 120 psi (pounds per square inch). 6. Open the air inlet valve on your Model 2-PS (where your air supply line goes into the Model 2- PS).
  • Page 3 Model 2-PS Quick Trouble Shooting Guide In the event that you encounter an issue with your Model 2-PS, listed below are some quick solutions to get you up and running again. 1. Make sure that you have enough soda blast media in the tank. When the media level gets too low, you may encounter erratic soda spray.
  • Page 4 This will save you time in the long run, and also increase the life of the tubes inside of your control box on the Model 2-PS and 2-S. • Never leave unused soda blast media in your soda blaster overnight. Always empty any unused media into a sealed plastic container between uses.
  • Page 5 SODA BLASTER MODEL 2-PS HD PORTABLE SODA BLASTER ESTIMATED CFM REQUIREMENTS 3/32” 1/8” 5/32” 3/16” ¼” ESTIMATED MEDIA USAGE (LBS / MINUTE) 1/8” RESTRICTOR 1.47 2.21 4.04 1.38 1.70 3.25 1.20 1.57 2.62 1.34 2.52 3/32” 1/8” 5/32” 3/16” ¼”...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Soda Dry Blast Media Section 2.0 The Heavy Duty Portable Dry Soda Blaster Model 2-PS 2.1 Features and Benefits 2.2 Site Requirements 2.3 Specifications Section 3.0 Assembly 3.1 Start-Up Instructions Section 4.0 Operating Procedures 4.1 Safe Use Instructions...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    MSDS. 2.0 The Heavy Duty Portable Dry Soda Blaster Model 2-PS The Model 2-PS is a pressure driven abrasive blast system that is used in manual cleaning operations. By using dry soda media, the Model 2-PS is a versatile system that can be used for numerous cleaning activities.

  • Page 8: Features And Benefits

    • The work site must be well ventilated. • The work site should have sufficient lighting. • The Model 2-PS should not be placed near open flames, sparks or welding devices. • A source of compressed air with minimum operating requirements 18 CFM.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Soda Blast Media Capacity: 100 Lbs. Dry Blast 3.0 Assembly To assemble the Model 2-PS, simply connect and tighten the 1/2”NPT pipe union at the top of the unit with a pipe wrench or channel lock. Make sure the union is secure.
  • Page 10 3.1 Start-Up Instructions (cont.) Connect unit to a source of clean water 30-90psi. (Optional) Verify that the System is Operational Once the system is fully assembled, check to make sure it is operational and ready to use: 1. Make sure that the pressure vessel vent valve is closed. 2.

  • Page 11: Operating Procedures

    4.0 Operating Procedures 4.1 Safe Use Instructions Before operating the Model 2-PS, read and understand the Operator’s Booklet and the Material Safety Data Sheet for the Soda Blast Media used in this unit. If an operator cannot read or is a poor reader, a qualified person must explain equipment manuals and all warning labels, making sure that the operator knows how to safely use and maintain the equipment.

  • Page 12: Loading Soda Blast Media

    4.1 Safe Use Instructions (Cont.) 1. Keep this Operator’s Booklet with the equipment to allow easy access for reference by operators. 2. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE SAFETY GEAR –SAFETY GLASSES / FACE SHIELD, HOOD, APPROVED GLOVES, RESPIRATOR, EAR PROTECTION AND APPROPRIATE CLOTHING. 3.
  • Page 13 4.2 Loading Soda Blast Media (Cont.) 1. Turn off the safety lockout air valve located at the front of the pressure vessel and lock it out. (sideways position) TURN OFF THE SOURCE OF COMPRESSED AIR TO THE UNIT. 2. Vent the pressurized air from the delivery unit using the vessel valve located on the top of the pressure vessel unit.

  • Page 14: Operation

    9. Turn on air supply. 10. Remove shutout lock from Air Safety valve. Move Air Safety valve to on position. (up) 4.3 Operation This section covers the safe operation of the Model 2-PS. 1. Put on protective equipment before operating the unit.
  • Page 15 4.3 Operation (Cont.) 2. Make sure air and water feed lines are attached and turned on. 3. Unwind blasting feed hose so there are no kinks or coiled portions (as with all blasting, the least amount of sharp bends in the hose the better). 4.

  • Page 16: Maintenance And Troubleshooting Guide

    5.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide It is recommended that you spray all pipefittings on the unit with a rust preventative before and after each use of the Model 2-PS. 5.1 Blast Nozzle Replacement 1. Turn off the safety lockout air valve located at the front of the pressure vessel and lock it out.
  • Page 17 5.1 Blast Nozzle Replacement (Cont.) 5. Lay nozzle handle on work surface. Remove the first three (3) 2” Velcro straps from the handle, noting the position for replacing. 6. Bend blast hose, and slip the water spray nozzle disc assembly off the end of blast nozzle.

  • Page 18: Water Spray Nozzle Replacement

    5.1 Blast Nozzle Replacement (Cont.) 8. Gently tap the blast nozzle until it separates from the hold down nut. 9. Replace nozzle. Reverse process to re-assemble. 5.2 Water Spray Nozzle Replacement 1. Turn off the safety lockout air valve located at the front of the pressure vessel and lock it out.
  • Page 19 5.2 Water Spray Nozzle Replacement (Cont.) 4. Vent the pressurized air from the delivery unit using the vessel valve located on the top of the pressure vessel unit. Turn valve slowly (earplugs recommended) releasing air pressure. 5. Lay nozzle handle on work surface. Use a 1/2” wrench and a 7/16” wrench to loosen the water spray nozzle tip.

  • Page 20: Restrictor Replacement

    5.3 Restrictor Replacement 1. Turn off the safety lockout air valve located at the front of the pressure vessel and lock it out. (sideway position) TURN OFF THE SOURCE OF COMPRESSED AIR TO THE UNIT. 2. Vent the pressurized air from the delivery unit using the vessel valve located on the top of the pressure vessel unit.
  • Page 21 5.3 Restrictor Replacement (Cont.) 4. With your free hand placed under the control unit (so as to not let it drop), completely unscrew the union, allowing the control unit to separate from the pressure vessel (place a small container under the pressure vessel to catch any remaining soda).

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide

    5.4 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM INDICATIONS REMEDY No air at nozzle Air line hook-up Check compressor, air line, and power. Safety lock out off Turn safety lock out handle to on position Hand lever not Check for obstruction under lever. depressed Regulator setting Adjust regulator setting.
  • Page 23 5.4 Troubleshooting Guide (Cont.) PROBLEM INDICATIONS REMEDY No water at Spray nozzles Check for obstructions, clean or replace. nozzles plugged Spray feed tubes Check for kinks, leaks or bad connection. (red ¼”) Water ball valve Lever setting or remove and clean valve. Slow or weak Nozzle angle Soda works best when sprayed at a 45-...

  • Page 24: Servicing The Soda Blast Unit

    6.0 Servicing the Soda Blast Unit This section covers the routine servicing of the Model 2-PS. 6.1 Servicing the Model 2-PS 1. Turn off the safety lockout air valve located at the front of the pressure vessel and lock it out. (side ways position) TURN OFF THE SOURCE OF COMPRESSED AIR TO THE UNIT.

  • Page 25: Service And Adjustment Of The Control Unit

    6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit Over the course of time the control unit may need to be serviced or adjusted due to the natural wearing of the unit’s shut off tubes or from foreign material becoming lodged in one of the shut off tubes. A routine check of the unit’s operation should be preformed on a regular basis.
  • Page 26 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) WARNING: NEVER OPERATE OR ADJUST THE CONTROL UNIT WITH THE CONTROL UNIT COVER OFF. SHUT OFF TUBES ARE UNDER PRESSURE AND THE CONTROLLER SPRING IS UNDER GREAT COMPRESSION. EXPOSED MOVING COMPONENTS PRESENT PINCH HAZARD.
  • Page 27 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 3. Using a medium sized pipe wrench, loosen the union pipe fitting that attaches the control unit to the bottom of the pressure vessel. 4. With your free hand placed under the control unit (so as to not let it drop), completely unscrew the union, allowing the control unit to separate from the pressure vessel (place a small container under the pressure vessel to catch any remaining soda).
  • Page 28 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 6. Disconnect the 1/8” air feed tube from the control unit air cylinder. Place a small piece of tape over the ends so as not to get dirt or debris into tube or cylinder 7.
  • Page 29 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 9. Place the control unit on a clean and stable work surface, and remove the four (4) Allen head machine screws from the cover. Remove cover. 10. With a socket wrench, 2” extension and 9/16”socket, carefully loosen the two (2) controller adjustment bolts (back of control unit above and below the air cylinder), until both bolts are completely loose.
  • Page 30 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 11. Remove the spring plate and spring. 12. Loosen the air cylinder shaft nut that holds the pincher plate with a 3/4” open-end wrench. Set aside pincher plate and nut, noting placement in assembly.
  • Page 31 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 13. Using a 5/16” socket wrench with extension, loosen the (4) hose clamps on the (2) control tubes (note position of hose clamp bolts). Use a flat head screwdriver to gently pry one end of the control tube off of the barbed fitting. Gently rotate, while pulling, to remove the control tube from the other end (repeat for other tube).
  • Page 32 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 15. Reassemble the control unit, using the following steps. Slide (2) hose clamps onto each control tube. Slide one end onto a barbed nipple in the control housing, and the other end on the barbed nipple directly across from first nipple.
  • Page 33 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 17. Place compression spring and spring plate onto the end of the pincher plate in recessed area, making sure the spring plate is 90 degrees from the control tubes. Using (2) long adjustment bolts (washers next to head of bolt) carefully thread each bolt evenly into the spring plate (spring plate recess area is to be against spring, make sure spring is centered in recess areas on both plates).
  • Page 34 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 19. Replace control unit cover with the (4) hex bolts (washers against bolt heads). WARNING: NEVER OPERATE OR ADJUST THE CONTROL UNIT WITH THE CONTROL UNIT COVER OFF. CONTROL TUBES ARE UNDER PRESSURE AND THE CONTROLLER SPRING IS UNDER GREAT COMPRESSION.
  • Page 35 6.2 Service and Adjustment of Control Unit (Cont.) 21. Attach control unit to the bottom of the pressure vessel. MAKE SURE THAT THE UNION THREADS ARE FREE OF SODA AND SEATED COMPLETELY. 22. Reconnect all air feed and blast hoses to the proper fittings. Tighten clamps.

  • Page 36: Replacement Parts

    NOZZLE, CERAMIC 1/4”ID LRG. 448847 RESTRICTOR 1/8” (STANDARD) 410106 RESTRICTOR 7/64” 410108 RESTRICTOR 3/32” 410112 201244E-A NOZZLE RESTRICTOR KIT MODEL 2-PS INCLUDES: 1 OF EACH: 410106,410108,410112 AND 4 OF EACH: 313526-A, 410451 BUMP CAP 410452 LIGHT DUTY HOOD 411113 WATER BALL VALVE 411174...

Table of Contents