Clemco WETBLAST FLEX LP Manual

Water-injection abrasive-blast system with millennium acs pneumatic remote controls
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© 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP.
One Cable Car Dr.
Washington, MO 63090
Phone (636) 239-4300
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WETBLAST FLEX
WATER-INJECTION ABRASIVE-BLAST SYSTEM
WITH MILLENNIUM ACS PNEUMATIC REMOTE CONTROLS
DATE OF ISSUE:
REVISION:
Do not use this
equipment before
READING this MANUAL
and UNDERSTANDING its
contents.
These WARNINGS are
included for the health
and safety of the operator
and those in the
immediate vicinity.
Failure to read and
understand these
warnings can result in
injury or death.
Electronic files include a
preface containing the
same important
information as in the
orange cover.
TM
O. M. 28649
08/23
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  • Page 1 Failure to read and understand these warnings can result in © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. injury or death. One Cable Car Dr. Washington, MO 63090 Phone (636) 239-4300 Electronic files include a...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    * This section is especially important when using the Notice indicates information that is considered injector at the blast machine. important, but not hazard-related, if not avoided, could result in property damage. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 3: Components

    Replacing the Blast-Machine’s Pop-Up Valve ..... 7.9 adjustments are completed, store manuals in a Replacing the Blast-Machine’s Pop-Up Seal .... 7.10 convenient location for future reference. Replacing Injector Sleeve .......... 7.11 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 4: Description And Operating Principles

    ASME (American Society of the Clemco ASME certification. Mechanical Engineers) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1. It is the owner’s © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 5 Compressed-Air Isolation Valve and Air Tee with plugged port hose Connection to Pump Module for CPF air filter option. Water-Injector Air-Pressure Regulators Remote-Control Hose Connections Figure 2 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 6: Remote Controls With Abrasive Cut-Off (Acs)

    Three Bulkhead Fittings with Six Hose Adaptors Back view of valves shown for clarity of control Abrasive Cutoff (ACS) Switch hose connections. Nylon Tie Figure 3 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 7: Injector Pump Module

    Close when using Controls pump pressure. Isolation Valve pressurized water. Water Strainer Open when using water from the storage tank. Some items rotated for clarity. Figure 4 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 8: Low Pressure Blasting

    Abrasives commonly chosen for most applications include crushed glass or garnet. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 9: Initial Setup

    * Horsepower requirements are based on 4.5 cfm per horsepower. * Figures show approximate compressed-air consumption when nozzles are new. Consumption will increase as the nozzle wears. Figure 6 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 10: Wetblast Injector Tm Placement Options

    (installed on the injector assembly), as Clip Tie Ends Figure 8 shown in the upper illustration in Figure 9. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 11: Injector At The Nozzle

    Section 2.4.4, while the coupled injector is installed at the blast machine, as shown in upper illustration. Injector Installed at the Nozzle Some items are removed or rotated for clarity. Figure 9 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 12: Using Nozzle Injector With Additional Blast Machine

    Figure 10 2.5.4 Insert the elbow through the mounting bracket and tighten it into the CPF inlet port. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 13: Routine Setup

    Figure 4. When using pressurized water, make sure the water-tank supply valve is closed. Water supply from a pressurized source must not exceed 150 psi. Figure 13 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 14: Wetblast Injector Tm Placement Options

    3.3.2.1 Make sure the coupling gaskets are in place and in good condition before connecting the blast hose to the quick coupling on the blast machine. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 15: Using Nozzle Injector With Additional Blast Machine

    Section 2.4.2. NOTE: Air must be supplied to the FLEX system in order for the pump to operate. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 16: Water Segment Inspection And Settings

    Refer to Ancillary (pressurized water) valve. Section 1.1.1 for a list of manuals for accessories provided with a systems package. Water-Tank Supply Valve Figure 17 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 17: Compressed-Air Supply

    4.1.4.3 Slowly increase the pump air pressure to 10 - 15 blasting area must wear approved hearing psi, per Section 5.5. The pump should begin to stroke protection. rapidly as soon as air is supplied. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 18: Pressurize Blast Machine To Start Blasting

    NOTE: When the injector is placed at the nozzle, hold after pressing the control handle lever. the end of the hose down to prevent water from accumulating inside the hose. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 19: Operation Of The Abrasive Cut-Off Switch (Acs)

    Failure to isolate the water system can result in abrasive backing up into the water system. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 20: Wetblasting With Injector At The Blast Machine

    4.11.5 Always open the safety petcock during work flow per Section 5.6. breaks and before filling the blast machine. Opening the petcock prevents unintentional blasting. 4.10.2 Operation of second, separate blast machine © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 21: Loading Abrasive Into The Blast Machine

    4.13.8 If the nozzle was removed, thoroughly inspect the nozzle holder threads for wear before reinstalling the nozzle washer and nozzle. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 22: Shutdown

    The hole in the knob enables the operator to monitor its rotation. Counting turns is helpful for returning to the original setting if temporary adjustments are Figure 22 required. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 23: Low-Pressure Delay Valve

    Turn counterclockwise to decrease pressure. Turn clockwise to Pressure Delay Valve increase pressure. Push knob in to lock and Figure 23 maintain pressure setting. Figure 25 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 24: Water Flow

     Lack of lubrication can cause premature failure of the pump. Pump damaged caused by lack of lubrication is not covered under warranty. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 25: Preventive Maintenance

    Inspect the blast hose for wear by squeezing the hose every three to four feet, feel for soft spots. Replace the blast hose before the tube wears as far as the fabric plies. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 26: Monthly Inspection

    Inspect for wear and lubrication on O-rings, pistons, hoses. All valves should be open to allow for expansion. springs, seals, and castings. Refer to the Service Maintenance in Sections 7.6 and 7.7. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 27: Service Maintenance

    7.1.2.4 When the obstruction has been removed, depressurize the machine. Remove the nozzle and nozzle washer, and reconnect the blast hose. Open the choke valve and close the abrasive metering valve. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 28: Millennium Inlet Valve

    Remove the screw after the piston is removed. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 29 7.3.2.8 Install the spring, cylinder cap gasket, and Lubrication not required cylinder cap. on this O-Ring. Figure 33 7.3.2.9 Tighten the six socket-head screws in sequence to secure the cap. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 30: Piston Outlet Valve

    *Items included in service kit. For replacement parts, refer to Section 9.3. 7.4.14 Attach the control hose to the fitting on the Figure 36 bonnet. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 31: Abrasive Trap

    Flanged Upper Body Figure 38 7.5.5 Install the screen in the top section. The smallest diameter end of the screen must face up, as shown in Figure 37. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 32: Auto-Quantum Metering Valve - Actuator Segment

    Outlet Flange 7.6.18 Place a new O-ring in the groove on the face of Seat the upper body. 5/16-NC Socket Hd Screws (4) Figure 39 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 33 Tuck in the lip of the piston cup while applying pressure to the piston, to make sure the leading lip on the piston does not curl. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 34: Rlx Control Handle

    Depressurize the blast machine, and lockout to full up position, and does not engage unless the lever and tagout the air supply. lock is pulled down. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 35 Screw a 1-1/4" nipple that is at least 12" long Figure 45 into the elbow in place of the pop-up guide. Check the alignment through the pop-up filling port. The nipple © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 36: Replacing The Blast-Machine's Pop-Up Seal

    Injector Sleeve Remove Sleeve Remove Insert Figure 48 7.13 Water Pump O-Ring O-Ring Groove Refer to the water pump manual to service the pump Figure 47 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    If problem with nozzle). moisture persists, an after-cooler or air dryer may be required in the air-supply line. 8.2.3 Blast machine may be empty. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 38: Blast Machine Does Not Pressurize

    If air comes out the petcock, the Millennium valve is not functioning. Turn OFF the compressed-air supply and service the Millennium valve per Section 7.3. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 39: Blast Machine Does Not Depressurize

    Clean and replace as necessary. arrow should point toward the outlet in the direction of water flow. 8.9.2 Check the spring for damage or fatigue. Replace as necessary. © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 40: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    NW-4, for SAS nozzles ......00869 Cover, 24" diameter ........02336 Supplied with factory-installed CPF air filter option ** Supplied with accessory kit SC E EA N 29 32 Figure 51 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 41: Tlr Piston Outlet Valve

    10.* Spring, 7/16" x 1-5/8" long (1) ....01974 11.* Washer, nylon (1) ........01979 12.* Cap screw, 3/8-NC x 3/4" (1) ....03251 Figure 53 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 42: Low-Pressure Delay System

    #5 and #8 are plugged. Bottom view of item 2. *Gauge supplied with this Jump between #4 and #6. regulator is installed on item 12. Figure 54 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 43: Auto-Quantum Metering Valve

    Metering assembly Refer to Section 9.6 for parts ....24587 * Retaining ring is not required with current outlet flange. Figure 55a *, 7 Figure 55 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 44: Auto-Quantum Metering Segment

    Housing, knob ........... 22761 Nut, knob-housing ........22762 Metering plate and shaft ......22763 Metering screw ......... 22764 Knob, adjustment ........22766 Figure 56a Figure 56 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 45 Figure 51 for additional fittings. 22898 SERVICE KIT MILLENNIUM PLUNGER TIP Item Qty Description Screw, 5/16-NC button head Washer, plunger tip Tip, replaceable plunger Figure 57b Figure 57 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 46: Rlx Pneumatic Control Handle With Acs

    Includes items called out in Figure 59a ... 22859 Handle lever ..........10573 Body ............. 10568 Pneumatic adaptor ........10562 Adaptor, 1/8-NPT (2 required) ..... 01940 Tie, nylon wire ..........02195 Figure 59a © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 47: Abrasive Trap

    Lock bar ............. 02016 Label, "Clean screen twice daily" Screw, 3/8-NC x 1" thumb ......03289 Shoulder screw, 3/8" x 3/8" ....... 03291 Figure 60a Figure 60 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 48 Lubricator, 1/2-NPT ........05531 2, 25 Some items are rotated for clarity. * Not required with current injector pumps. Refer to Section 2.6 for lubrication information. Figure 61 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...
  • Page 49: Injector Assemblies

    12, 14, & one from 17 ..05534 Hose, hydraulic starter, 5-ft coupled ..28565 Cradle, injector assembly storage ..On request Figure 62 © 2020 CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP. • www.clemcoindustries.com • Manual No. 28649, Rev. B <>/20...

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