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OPERATOR MANUAL
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MicroClean Dry Ice Blast System
General Safety Precautions ............. 6
Electrostatic Discharge.................... 7
Carbon Dioxide ............................... 7
Front View ...................................... 10
Left/Right View ............................... 11
Blast Applicator ............................. 12
Standard Carts ............................... 13
Start Up ........................................... 16
Shut Down ...................................... 16
Blasting ........................................... 17
Blasting Technique ........................ 17
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance .................................. 20
Troubleshooting ............................. 21
Blast Air Quality ............................. 25
Cold Jet Services ........................... 26
Symbol Glossary ............................ 27
Warranty ......................................... 29
Training Video ................................ 31
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Shut Down ........16 Blasting ........... 17 Blasting Technique ......17 MAINTENANCE Maintenance ........20 Troubleshooting ......21 APPENDIX Specifications ......... 24 Blast Air Quality ......25 Cold Jet Services ......26 Symbol Glossary ......27 Warranty ......... 29 Training Video ........ 31... - Page 3 All Machine diagrams are located on the inside of the back panel. The design contained in this manual was originated by and is the exclusive property of Cold Jet, LLC. It is not to be used in any way detrimental to the interests of Cold Jet, LLC.
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Page 5: Safety
SAFETY... -
Page 6: General Safety Precautions
• NEVER DISCONNECT the air supply hose without first shutting off the source air and bleeding lines. • ONLY COLD JET TRAINED service technicians are allowed to work on the unit’s electrical components. • ALWAYS turn the application safety on before laying it down or passing it to someone. -
Page 7: Electrostatic Discharge
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE A) The power outlet must have a good ground This is critical for electrostatic dissipation. If the ground is not connected a charge will build up on the unit or the applicator. B) The static bonding cable must be attached between the blast hose and target surface Electrostatic discharge If a target is on a non-grounded surface it will... -
Page 9: Component Guide
COMPONENT GUIDE... -
Page 10: Front View
FRONT VIEW Fill Lid Feed Rate Control Blast Pressure Power Indicator Gauge Blast Pressure Power Disable Blasting Regulator Switch (Stop) (When light is on, the machine will not blast.) Control Cable Blast Hose Hour Meter Applicator Connect Connect Light Switch... -
Page 11: Left/Right View
LEFT/RIGHT VIEW Applicator Hook Carrying Handle (2 person lift) Chute Access Port Ventilation Ice Block Level Indicator Data Plate Bleed Valve Air Supply Hose Connect... -
Page 12: Blast Applicator
BLAST APPLICATOR Hanger LED Lights Nozzle Connector Trigger Blast Hose Fitting with rotating union Safety Switch Right= Applicator Active Center = Applicator Inactive Left= Air Only (HOLD) Control Cable... -
Page 13: Standard Carts
STANDARD CART... -
Page 15: Operation
OPERATION... -
Page 16: Start Up
START UP VERIFY THE FOLLOWING SUPPLY AIR PARAMETERS: • The air pipe is at least a .5 in (12 mm) in diameter. • The air pressure does not exceed 140 psig (9.7 bar). • The air temperature does not exceed 122°F (50°C). If the supply air Make sure the power switch and bleed valve are OFF (O). exceeds 140 psig (9.7 bar) then use Securely attach the blast hose and control cable to an external pressure the machine. -
Page 17: Blasting
BLASTING With the air hose pressurized and the unit ready, Purge the system, of any debris, by blasting with air for 1 minute. Before loading the dry ice block into the trough, turn the feed rate control to its maximum and Always purge the i³... - Page 19 MAINTENANCE...
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Page 20: Maintenance
(Turn the bleed valve ON (I) to drain the water). 2. While in operation check the pressure gauge for damage. If you are not an 3. Check the air and blast hoses for damage authorized Cold Jet (ie: cuts or scuff marks). Service Technician, please call to WEEKLY MAINTENANCE schedule service. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Is the dry ice block behind the back of the trough the Pusher Plate? and reinsert the dry ice block. Do the rotary knives look YES: Call Cold Jet for damaged? support. MACHINE BLASTS AIR BUT NOT YES: Open the Chute... -
Page 23: Appendix
APPENDIX... -
Page 24: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Weight (empty): 130 lb (59 kg) 6 x 6 x 12 in (150 x 150 x 300 mm) Dry Ice Capacity: 5 x 5 x 12 in (127 x 127 x 300 mm) with inserts Variable From: Dry Ice Delivery Rate: 0 - 1.2 lb/min (0 - .6kg/min) 100 - 140 VAC 1 Ø... -
Page 25: Blast Air Quality
BLAST AIR QUALITY (UP TO 140 PSIG /9 .7BAR) The Cold Jet i³ MicroClean works best when the supply air is free of any debris and has a dew point of -40°F (-40°C). USING PLANT AIR (CENTRAL COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEM) Manufacturing plants, with central compressed air systems, should have an after Cooler and a 2-stage coalescing filter assembly downstream of the receiver tank. -
Page 26: Cold Jet Services
• If the gauge drops quickly there is a restriction or the pipe is too small. • If the gauge stays steady then the compressor is adequate. To maintain adequate pressure, the hose size from the compressor to the i³ MicroClean needs to be .5 in (12 mm) in diameter. COLD JET SERVICES • Equipment upgrades • Maintenance services and training • Parts and service • 24-hour technical assistance... -
Page 27: Symbol Glossary
SYMBOL GLOSSARY Lock Out/ General Variable Danger Feed Rate Tag Out Electric Disconnect Shock or Enable Electrocu- Blasting Power tion Hour Extreme Disable Cold Blasting Meter Hand Applicator Wear Ear Crush from Protection Light Side Hand Cut Blast Blast from Wear Eye Pressure Regulator Impeller... -
Page 29: Warranty
WARRANTY INFORMATION Cold Jet ® (“CJ”) warrants its products (“Equipment”) provided under this Agreement to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months, under normal use, maintenance and service as stipulated in the Operator’s Manual. -
Page 31: Training Video
TRAINING VIDEO... - Page 32 USA: +1 800.337.9423 +1 513.831.3211 Belgium: +32 (0)13 53 95 47 Germany: +49 (0)6551 9606.0 Canada: +1 800.337.9423 X501 Latin America: +52 (81)10 97 0445 Middle East: +32 (0)13 53 95 47 www.coldjet.com...
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