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Original Instructions [English] (Rev A)
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2023-12-13
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  • Page 1 Operator Manual Original Instructions [English] (Rev A) 2023-12-13 Click to go to Top of Document...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cold Jet and the customer and remains the exclusive property of Cold Jet. If you find any problems in the documentation, please report them to us in writing. Cold Jet does not warrant that this document is error-free.
  • Page 3 Shutting Down the Machine ________________________________________________________________________ 22 Cold Jet CONNECT® ___________________________________________________________________________________ 23 Maintenance ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 25 Troubleshooting _______________________________________________________________________________________ 25 Unclog the Dry Ice Chute ___________________________________________________________________________ 26 Pellet and Nugget Shaving ____________________________________________________________________________ 27 Warranty Policy ________________________________________________________________________________________ 29 Schematics _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 30 Contact Information ___________________________________________________________________________________ 37...

  • Page 4: System Identification

    System Identification Locate the data plate for this machine and record the information provided in the spaces below. ASSEMBLY No. SERIAL No. VOLTS AC AMPS PHASE FREQ (Hz) FULL LOAD AMPS MOTOR AMPS SHORT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTING CAPACITY SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT CAPACITY MAX CO2 TEMP MAX OPERATING PRESSURE SHIPPING WEIGHT...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Supplier Responsible for the Cold Jet, LLC Phone: 1-800-777-9101 Equipment: 455 Wards Corner Road Website: www.coldjet.com Loveland, Ohio 45140 USA Introduction About This Manual This manual should be kept with the machine and be readily accessible to machine operators and •...

  • Page 6: Co 2 Safety

    Operation should only be performed by trained personnel. Below are some basic safety • guidelines: o Follow local governing codes to ensure a minimum standard of safety. o Wear protective gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, and protective clothing. o Operate the machine in a well-ventilated work area. o Follow the prescribed inspection schedule.

  • Page 7: Electrostatic Discharge

    Standardization (ISO) and are defined below. These symbols may include yellow warning triangles, blue mandatory action circles or red prohibited action circles. Replace any safety labels or warning signs if they become damaged, missing, or illegible. Contact Cold Jet’s customer service department to obtain replacement labels. Symbol Definition...

  • Page 8: Cautions And Warnings

    Symbol Definition Explosive Release of Pressure Skin Puncture/Pressurized Jet Attention Hand Crush Debris Static Shock Blade Cold Temperature Warning Cautions and Warnings Please review the following cautions and warnings before operating or performing maintenance on the machine. CAUTION Read the entire operator manual before using the machine. Only qualified personnel should operate the machine.
  • Page 9 High pressure hoses, fittings, and couplings are important for the safety of the machine. Use only hoses, fittings, and couplings supplied by Cold Jet. WARNING To ensure machine safety, use only original and replacement parts from Cold Jet. WARNING The applicator and blast hose contain electrical connections. Do not immerse in water.

  • Page 10: Lockout Tagout

    of a cord reel which keeps the socket at least 2.4 inches (60 mm) above the ground. Ensure that the extension cord is properly sized for the machine electrical requirements. WARNING Always switch off the main disconnecting switch, or unplug the power cord, bleed any pressure, and disconnect the air supply when leaving the machine unattended or shutting down.

  • Page 11: System Description

    3. Check for Stored Energy: At the applicator, press the “Air-Only” once, pull the trigger. No activity should be present at the machine. 4. Isolation Verification: Does the machine have electric power or compressed air present? The power button should not be lit; it should be off. At the applicator, press the “Air-Only” once, pull the trigger.

  • Page 12: Machine Components

    Machine Components 1. Applicator Hook 2. Safety Guard Lock 3. Chute Access Port 4. Carrying Handle (Two Person Lift) 5. Ventilation 6. Blast Pressure Gauge 7. Blast Pressure Regulator 8. Control Cable Connection Port 9. Blast Hose Connection Port 10. Dry Ice Block Level Indicator 11.

  • Page 13: Control Panel

    Control Panel Control Panel Legend 1. Main Power Switch (I = ON, O = OFF) 2. Power On Indicator Light 3. Applicator Light Switch (I = ON, O = OFF) 4. Dry Ice Feed Rate Knob 5. Disable Applicator o Push button in to disable applicator [Blue light ON] – Applicator will not work. o Pull button out to enable applicator [Blue light OFF] –...

  • Page 14: Applicator Components

    Applicator Components 1. LED Light 2. Nozzle Connector 3. Trigger with Safety Switch NOTE: The applicator trigger has a safety switch that must be depressed first before the trigger will activate. 4. Control Cable Connection 5. Blast Hose Connection 6. Hanger 7.

  • Page 15: Nozzles

    There are many different nozzles available, depending on what is being cleaned and how • accessible it is. Specialty nozzles are also available. Contact Cold Jet's customer service department to determine the nozzle that may be most effective for your application. Nozzle Air Consumption...

  • Page 16: Operation

    3. Examine the machine for any external damage that may have occurred during transport. Refer to the packing slip for a list of the components shipped with the machine. Contact Cold Jet if any damage has occurred to the shipping container or the machine or if any components are missing. 2023-12-13...

  • Page 17: Machine Setup

    Machine Setup Improper installation of the machine or the applicator could cause injury to WARNING the operator. Follow Lockout Tagout procedures and always shut off the air pressure WARNING while attaching or disconnecting hoses or fittings to the machine. Prior to disconnecting the air supply hose, ensure the air pressure has been shut off and pressure bled from the hose.

  • Page 18: The Compressed Air Supply

    Starting the Machine section of this manual. The Compressed Air Supply Although Cold Jet dry ice equipment is designed and engineered to work under the most • demanding environments and conditions, the incoming air supply must be as free of oil, dirt/foreign particles, and water/moisture as possible.
  • Page 19 If these air quality specifications are not met and poor air quality air continues to be used with Cold Jet equipment, the warranty will be nullified.
  • Page 20 And, if it is possible to cool the air even further such as using a Cold Jet aftercooler, more moisture is turned to water that can be separated from the compressed air. The result is less moisture, in any form, to negatively affect the dry ice blasting equipment.

  • Page 21: Starting The Machine

    Starting the Machine Ensure that the power cord, air supply hose, blast hose, and applicator control cable are properly connected and that all safety precautions are understood. 1. On the control panel, ensure the disable applicator trigger button is disengaged (blue light is off). If the blue light is on, pull the button to disengage (blue light will turn off).

  • Page 22: Blasting Dry Ice

    Blasting Dry Ice For optimum performance: Position the machine and blast hose to prevent kinking and allow for maximum maneuverability. • Hold the nozzle perpendicular to & about 2 – 6 in (5 cm to 15 cm) from the article being cleaned. •...

  • Page 23: Cold Jet Connect

    This will take you to a support site unique to this machine, providing on-line manual(s), training, warranty information, technical service contacts, service parts ordering and more. How to Access Cold Jet CONNECT® 1. Pull out your mobile device and open the camera or other QR code scanner.
  • Page 24 Optional Service Agreements Connect Basic is complementary; users can also subscribe to Connect Care described below. 2023-12-13 Click to go to Top of Document...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Machine does switch to the ON position not start If problem is still not resolved Contact Cold Jet for support The switch on the applicator is set to Air-Only Set the applicator to Air+Dry Ice (II) (I) mode. mode Machine Trough door is open Close the trough door.

  • Page 26: Unclog The Dry Ice Chute

    Problem Possible Reason Solution compensate for the extended length of your blast hose setup. Dry ice clogging the feeder chute Follow the Unclog the Dry Ice Chute procedure. Unclog the Dry Ice Chute Always wear proper personal protective equipment including eye protection to guard against flying objects, ear protection to prevent hearing loss and gloves to protect hands from exposure to cryogenic temperatures and sharp blade surfaces.

  • Page 27: Pellet And Nugget Shaving

    Pellet and Nugget Shaving Experience Cold Jet’s patented shaved Microparticle technology. The optional DX upgrade can • now shave both pellets and nuggets. Microparticles allow you to clean and prepare surfaces with more precision, more delicacy, less • air, and less noise than traditional dry ice pellet blasters.
  • Page 28 FEED RATE DIAL o With the unique and varying sizes of pellet and nugget media that can be utilized in the machine, the feed rate indicator has been simplified to showcase minimal to maximum feed. o For your specific application and media setup, begin with minimal feed and increase the dial until you find what setting works best.

  • Page 29: Warranty Policy

    Warranty Policy Cold Jet, LLC® (“CJ”) warrants its products (“Equipment”) provided under this Agreement to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months (90 days for used equipment), under normal use, maintenance and service as stipulated in the Operator’s Manual, Commissioning, and Operator Training.

  • Page 30: Schematics

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  • Page 37: Contact Information

    Fax: +1 513-831-1209 Phone: +1 888-675-9915 Customer Service: +1-800-777-9101 Fax: +1 513-831-1209 Mexico Belgium - Europe Headquarters Cold Jet Latinoamérica S. de R.L. de C.V. Cold Jet BV Address: Address: Calle Sinaloa, 901-3. Zone 1 Researchpark 330, B-1731 Colonia: Nuevo Repueblo...

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