Quill Falcon Cyclone Operator's Manual

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QUILL FALCON

OPERATORS MANUAL

FOR THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE QUILL FALCON CYCLONE, QUILL FALCON CYCLONE TRAILER,

QUILL FALCON CYCLONE COMPLETE, QUILL FALCON MOBILE 4 MAN AIR BREATHING UNIT & SCOTT RAS MASKS

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Page 1 QUILL FALCON OPERATORS MANUAL FOR THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE QUILL FALCON CYCLONE, QUILL FALCON CYCLONE TRAILER, QUILL FALCON CYCLONE COMPLETE, QUILL FALCON MOBILE 4 MAN AIR BREATHING UNIT & SCOTT RAS MASKS...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Welcome to Quill Falcon How does the Quill Falcon Cyclone work? Why is the Quill Falcon Cyclone better than a wet or dry blaster? Quill Falcon Cyclone applications Quill Falcon Cyclone product range Getting started with the Quill Falcon Cyclone...
Page 3: Welcome To Quill Falcon
WELCOME TO QUILL FALCON The Quill Falcon Cyclone system is a precision dustless blasting system which combines the simplicity of conventional dry blasting with the eﬀectiveness of ultra-high pressure (UHP) jetting without the associated hazards and complications. The patented Cyclone system rapidly removes coatings, corrosion and residues leaving surfaces contaminant free, proﬁled and cleaned to SSPC-SP5 - SSPC-SP10 (WAB)/NACE WAB 1.
Page 4: How Does The Quill Falcon Cyclone Work
HOW DOES THE QUILL FALCON CYCLONE WORK? The blast media is coated in a water jacket by The blast media hits the surface, the water surface tension, which increases the speed and jacket continues moving but still holds onto the mass enhancing the force of impact upon the blast media by surface tension.
Page 5: Why Is The Quill Falcon Cyclone Better Than Awet Or Dry Blaster
WHY IS THE QUILL FALCON CYCLONE BETTER THAN A WET OR DRY BLASTER? Cleans nd proﬁles surfaces so No sparks or dust cloud, meaning Ex rated, Zone 1 approved, new coatings stick better for excellent safety and visibility and Baseefa accredited, TuV, ATEX...
Page 6: Quill Falcon Cyclone Applications
QUILL FALCON CYCLONE APPLICATIONS Flange maintenance - Bitumen removal Offshore maintenance Marine maintenance before and after Ballast tank maintenance Deck spot repair Fibreglass minesweeper Hull maintenance Grade II listed building stone Concrete rebar inspection Brick restoration Beam restoration steps - before and after...
Page 7 Surface cleaning - Coating removal Offshore surface profiling Paint removal before and after Asbestos ET150 Asbestos limpet Fuel tank coating removal Etching glass paint removal residue removal Highway line removal Graffiti removal Concrete etching Concrete cutting Alloy refurbishment - Automotive body work Sand stone cleaning NDT preparation before and after...
Page 8: Quill Falcon Cyclone Product Range
QUILL FALCON CYCLONE FREESTANDING UNIT PRODUCT RANGE CYCLONE 30 CYCLONE 60 Dimensions CYCLONE30 CYCLONE60 CYCL Capacity 19.5 litres 58 litres Height 830mm 1070mm Width 520mm 620mm Depth 650mm 730mm Unladen Weight 67.2kg 138kg Laden Weight 104kg (garnet) 269kg (garnet) Blast Media No of 25kg bags to ﬁll vessel...
Page 9 20 – 120psi Weights and dimensions are based on current models in manufacture. Cyclone Trailer System laden weight = full vessel of grit and water and full tank of diesel. Consumption rates based on average dosing settings. Water consumption taken from water used at nozzle. Up to 1 litre of water per minute will be required to keep vessel pressurised. Grit and water consumption may vary according to size of compressor, dosing valve setting, size of nozzle and type of blast media used.
Page 10 QUILL FALCON CYCLONE TRAILER PRODUCT RANGE 120T Dimensions CYCLONE30 CYCLONE60 CYCL Capacity 58 litres 121 litres Height 1530mm 1750mm Width 2000mm 1800mm Depth 3050mm 4300mm Unladen Weight 1026kg 1580kg Laden Weight 1240kg (garnet) 1920kg (garnet) Blast Media No of 25kg bags to ﬁll vessel...
Page 11 60 litres Weights and dimensions are based on current models in manufacture. Cyclone Trailer System laden weight = full vessel of grit and water and full tank of diesel. Consumption rates based on average dosing settings. Water consumption taken from water used at nozzle. Up to 1 litre of water per minute will be required to keep vessel pressurised. Grit and water consumption may vary according to size of compressor, dosing valve setting, size of nozzle and type of blast media used.
Page 12: Getting Started With The Quill Falcon Cyclone
The Quill Falcon Cyclone trailer mounted system is available in 60 and 120 litre units. The Quill Falcon Cyclone Complete trailer includes a Quill Falcon unit, a compressor and a water tank and is designed for customers operating in hazardous environments who have a requirement for blasting and air fed breathing apparatus combined on one trailer.
Page 13 Quill Falcon Cyclone understand the surface characteristics and the proﬁle depth that they require before starting the project. For help choosing the right blast media for your project please call Quill Falcon on +44 (0) 1332 864664. Always test a small inconspicuous area before commencing use.
Page 14: Additional Products
Quill auto Dose System The entire Quill Falcon Cyclone range is available with the Quill Auto-Dose System which allows operatives to dose additives through the blast pot during the blast process such as Quill Asbestos Fibre Suppressor or HoldTight ®...
Page 15 102 Flash Rust Inhibitor and Salt Remover in conjunction with the Quill Auto Dose System can be automatically dosed through the Quill Falcon Cyclone allowing operatives to prevent ﬂash rust and remove salts from steel surfaces. Quill Highways Containment System The Quill Highways Containment System is a portable device that has been designed for customers removing road markings on highways.
Page 16: Quill Falcon Cyclone Safety Guidelines
Quill Falcon Complete is not advisable. manufacturer or supplier to conduct these training courses. • If the Quill Falcon Cyclone is not to be used for a period of Furthermore, the operating company must ensure that the time in excess of ﬁve days. it is advisable that it is empty of...
Page 17: Quill Falcon Cyclone Complete Safety Guidelines
QUILL FALCON CYCLONE COMPLETE SAFETY GUIDELINES The Quill Falcon Cyclone Safety Guidelines and Quill Falcon Cyclone Complete Safety Guidelines must both be read by the blasting operative and engineer responsible for the machine prior to installation and commissioning. • The Quill Falcon Cyclone Complete with blasting and air •...
Page 18: Operating The Quill Falcon Cyclone System
The diagram of the Quill Falcon Cyclone System below details the main components, which operatives of the system should familiarise themselves with before commencing work. To watch how to set up a Quill Falcon Cyclone freestanding pot or trailer please visit www.quillfalcon.com and select “set up guides” from the menu...
Page 19 QUILL FALCON CYCLONE TRAILER HOSE rEEL COMprESSOr QuiLL FaLCON CYCLONE WaTEr TaNk BrakE TraiLEr QUILL FALCON CYCLONE COMPLETE SNOrkLE COMprESSOr BrEaTHiNG air OpEraTivES viSuaL DiSpLaY paNEL HOSE rEEL BrEaTHiNG QuiLL FaLCON air OpEraTivE CYCLONE WaTEr TaNk BrakE rESErvE air SuppLY...
Page 20: Quill Falcon Cyclone - Setting Up
3. CONNECT WATER SUPPLY Connect mains water supply to the coupling on machine. Connect hose pipe with jubilee clip. Falcon Trailer and Cyclone Complete operatives: Connect mains water supply to the coupling on the water tank, connect hose pipe with jubilee clip.
Page 21: Quill Falcon Cyclone - Filling & Refilling
Quill Falcon Cyclone Product Range pages 8-11 for quantities. Close the water drain valve. For help choosing the right blast media for your project please call Quill Falcon on +44 (0) 1332 864664. Always test a small inconspicuous area before commencing use.
Page 22: Quill Falcon Cyclone - Starting & Stopping
4. WASHDOWN PROCESS The Quill Falcon Cyclone can be used to wash down the surface after blasting. Open wash down valve by turning to required setting, close grit control valve. Wash down loose debris from blasted area with nozzle. Start from top of area and chase debris down to a collection point.
Page 23: The Quill Falcon Cyclone Complete Air Breathing Operative Instructions
Connect breathing air lines for up to 3 operatives on the Cyclone Complete 60 and for up to 4 operatives on the Cyclone Complete 120 and Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit Start compressor.
Page 24 Once operatives are connected to their respective airlines, carry out the Quill Falcon Cyclone start up procedure on page 19 to start blasting To shut down the air breathing system, close the emergency air valve and turn emergency air bottle off Daily checks: Check daily emergency air bottle is at a minimum of 50 bar (200 bar full).
Page 25: Quill Falcon Cyclone Troubleshooting
QUILL FALCON CYCLONE TROUBLESHOOTING prOBLEM : System will not start • Check system pressure is at minimum 8 bar and pump pressure at 3 bar. • Check emergency stop button is not pressed down. • Ensure compressor decompression button is pressed in.
Page 26: Quill Falcon Cyclone Daily Check List
Press the drain button on main air ﬁlter bowl. Blow out moisture (if present) and let go Press the drain valve on bottom of regulator bowl. Blow out moisture (if present) and let go Once all daily checks are completed the Quill Falcon can be ﬁlled with water and grit ready for blasting...
Page 27: Quill Falcon Cyclone Ordering Spares
QUILL FALCON CYCLONE - ORDERING SPARES NOzzLES BNA01A Nozzle SXS 6 silicone carbide 9.5mm BNA01B Nozzle SXS 7 silicone carbide 11.5mm BNA02 Nozzle 3/8 boron 10mm BNA02A Nozzle #5 silicone nitride BNA03 Nozzle 7/16 boron alloy 12mm BNA04 Nozzle 1/2 boron alloy 14mm...
Page 28: Scott Ras Mask And Airline Breathing Harness Set
P3 ﬁlter provided in a hard carry case for protection during transportation and storage. please note all masks require face ﬁtting to the individual operative before use. please call Quill Falcon on +44 (0)1332 864664 to arrange your mask face ﬁtting.
Page 29: Scott Ras Mask Daily 10 Step Check List
SCOTT RAS MASK DAILY 10 STEP CHECK LIST 1.STORE EQUIPMENT PROPERLY 6.CHECK HOSE & COUPLINGS 2.CHECK MASK HARNESS 7.CHECK FILTER CONDITION 3.CHECK THE MASK SEAL 8.CHECK DEMAND VALVE 4.CHECK INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL VALVES 9.CHECK CONNECTIONS AND FILTER COVER 5.CHECK VISOR 10.PERFORM A LEAK TEST...
Page 30: Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit
4 robust braked castors and is skid mounted too for ease of mobility around site. On site air quality testing can be provided for this equipment if required. please call Quill Falcon on +44 (0)1332 864664 to arrange your onsite air quality test. EMErGENCY BEaCON LiGHT...
Page 31: Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit Safety Guidelines
EN12021 protection in certain high toxic atmospheres. • Air quality should be tested from the Quill Falcon Mobile • Do not block vents on the Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air 4 Man Air Breathing Unit before use. Breathing Unit •...
Page 32: Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit - Setting Up
Connect other end of air line(s) to mask harness(es) The Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit must be air tested and a certificate issued before use. Please call Quill Falcon on +44 (0)1332 864664 to arrange your air test.
Page 33: Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit - Getting Started
QUILL FALCON MOBILE 4 MAN AIR BREATHING UNIT - GETTING STARTED Switch compressor on, open main air inlet valve on compressor Switch power on at the mains, the blue light on top of the unit will illuminate and the siren will sound Open main air inlet valve on mobile unit, the siren noise will stop, machine will start to filter air, exhausting on a cycle every few minutes.
Page 34: Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit - Shutting Down
QUILL FALCON MOBILE 4 MAN AIR BREATHING UNIT - SHUTTING DOWN To switch off emergency air. Open emergency air bottle cupboard door Close air bottle valve by twisting clockwise, close emergency air bottle cupboard door Open bleed screw by twisting anti clockwise. Close after empty...
Page 35: Quill Falcon Mobile 4 Man Air Breathing Unit - Daily Checks
QUILL FALCON MOBILE 4 MAN AIR BREATHING UNIT - DAILY CHECKS Check water connection bottle in base of cabinet daily, empty as necessary Check daily emergency air bottle cupboard air bottle is over 50 bar (200 bar full) Change emergency air bottle to spare bottle if reading falls below 50 bar...
Page 36: Quill Falcon Cyclone Bespoke Solutions
QUILL FALCON CYCLONE BESPOKE SOLUTIONS At Quill Falcon we manufacture our Cyclone Systems from start to ﬁnish in the UK, meaning we are in control of the whole manufacturing process from beginning to end. Therefore if our customers require a bespoke solution building to ﬁt their niche projects, we are ready, willing and able to facilitate this.
Page 37: How To Hire Or Buy A Quill Falcon System
HOW TO HIRE OR BUY A QUILL FALCON CYCLONE SYSTEM You can hire or buy direct from Quill Falcon on +44 (0) 1332 864664 You can email your enquiry direct to sales@quillinternational.com If you are in the UK and require a free demonstration without obligation please call +44 (0) 1332 864664 to arrange a meeting If you are an overseas customer please call our head oﬃce on +44 (0) 1332 864664...
Page 38 DID YOU KNOW? The Quill International Group is an iSO 9001:2015 accredited group of companies. It is a global brand player with on going successful operations on six of the world’s seven continents in over 30 diﬀerent countries. Over the past quarter of a century we have designed, developed and taken to market unique infection control healthcare products, high quality industrial cleaning detergents and pressure washers, revolutionary precision dustless blasting systems, high performance commercial laundry powders and innovative 3D printing post processing solutions.
Page 40 All written and visual data contained in this document is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The Quill International Group reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. Quill Falcon Group is ISO 9001 certiﬁed. Quill Falcon Operators Manual Rev 01-0619.

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