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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 350E Global
VERSION 2.2

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  • Page 1 Original instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 350E Global VERSION 2.2...

  • Page 2: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Utrechthaven 12 NL - 3433 PN NIEUWEGEIN The Netherlands Declare under our sole responsibility that the blast cleaning machine as described below, Model: Blastrac 350E Global Serial number: XXXXXXXX satisfies the conditions set out in the: Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC); Low Voltage directive (2006/95/EC);...
  • Page 3 Personal safety Machine safety Shot / steel blasting safety Dust collector safety Maintenance safety Transport safety Signs on the machine 4. Getting to know the 350E Global Control box Separator Hopper Control handle of the abrasive valve Abrasive sealing Blast wheel Air suction system 5.

  • Page 4: Machine Description

    This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. Blastrac BV offers a course on the use of the machine in order to make the operating and maintenance personnel familiar with all elements of the machine.
  • Page 5 Any damage to the electric cables and/or electrical components is not permitted. d) If the power supply cable or plug is damaged, it must be replaced immediately. Only use original Blastrac parts. e) The voltage on the identification plate must comply with the power supply.
  • Page 6 If the length of the brushes is, due to wear, less than 5mm or they are extremely deformed, the brushes have to be replaced. Check the Service Manual for the order numbers. All repair work has to be done by qualified Blastrac personnel, this guarantees a safe and reliable machine.
  • Page 7 In some cases sparks could be created by shot / steelblasting. Dustcollector safety a) Always use a Blastrac dust collector to ensure a dust-free operation of the machine and clean air at the workspace. Also the airflow helps to cool the machine and prevents overheating.
  • Page 8 The weight of 350E Global is 430 kg. Use a crane or lift when transporting the machine, use the lifting eye of the machine. c) Before every use check the lifting eyes/lugs and welds for: deformation, damages, cracks, corrosion and wear.
  • Page 9 Signs on the machine The following stickers are placed on the machine. Meanings of these symbols are: • ! Danger Hazardous voltage in motor even when solid state controller is OFF. Disconnect main power before servicing motor, controller or associated wiring. Warning! Hot surface Wear a dust mask class FFP2 or higher Ear protection is obliged...
  • Page 10 4. Getting to know the 350E Global The control box is equipped with all control elements and instruments for monitoring and controlling the machine. Abrasive valve handle Tracking Push buttons OFF: Drive / Fan / Blast motor Control lights Joystick drive motor right...
  • Page 11 Speed control Dial for setting the drive speed of both drive motors. Rotating the speed control dial in counter-clockwise direction reduces the directional speed of the machine to a full stop. Tracking This dial can be used to steer the machine slowly by tuning down the left or right drive motor. 10.
  • Page 12 Separator Abrasive valve handle Separator door Separator tray (wire mesh) Baffle plates Hopper Shot valve Separator The abrasive separator is mounted to the end of the rebound plenum. It separates the abrasive from contaminants and feeds the cleaned abrasive back to the abrasive storage hopper. A wire mesh is fitted to prevent any large contaminants from getting into the blast wheel.
  • Page 13 Abrasive sealing The front seal system consists of three polyurethane seals to ensure that a good fit is maintained between the side seals and the work surface at the bottom. The rear seal system comprises of one back brush, which is located inside the rear seal box. Side seal system: Side brush Side skirt fixing plate...
  • Page 14 Use hose clamps and industrial tape. Use a dust hose 130 mm in diameter. The length of the dust hose depends on the power of the dust collector used. Contact our experts at Blastrac for advice and recommendations.

  • Page 15: Before Operation

    5. Before operation Before using the machine it is essential to inspect the machine. It is not permitted to use the machine if the machine safety is not according the checkpoints below. Checkpoints power supply Use only extension cables for extending the main cable that are sized and marked in accordance with the overall power consumption of the machine.
  • Page 16 Connect the power supply cable of the filter unit with the generator. Be sure that electrical power supply is correct. Turn the main power switch to “ON”, the control light voltage lights up. Checking the turning direction of the motor(s) •...
  • Page 17 Operation Carry out blast cleaning in parallel tracks in such way that the dust hose and electric cable do not become twisted. The next figure shows the recommended blast paths leading away from the dust collector. Dust collector Dust hose and electric cable Blast cleaning machine Make sure that no vehicles, such as forklift trucks and other equipment run over the electric cable and the dust...
  • Page 18 The blast pattern Abrasive leaving the blast wheel blades is not thrown in all directions. Scatter is restricted to an angle of about 80°. This is achieved through the use of a control cage which surrounds the impeller. The position of the window in the control cage determines the blast pattern.
  • Page 19 d) If the ‘hotspot’ is too much on the right, turn the control cage a little bit clockwise: Loosen the cage clamps to adjust the position (3-6mm). Look at the notch which indicates the central position of the control cage window. Tighten the cage clamps after adjusting. If the ‘hotspot’...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance Pay attention to Chapter 3 "Safety" during maintenance and repair works. Failures due to inadequate or incorrect maintenance may generate very high repair costs and long standstill periods of the machine. Regular maintenance therefore is imperative. Operational safety and service life of the machine depends, among other things, on proper maintenance. The following table shows recommendations about time, inspection and maintenance for the normal use of the machine.
  • Page 21 All repair work must to be done by qualified Blastrac personnel, this to guarantee a safe and reliable machine. Any guarantee on the machine is expired when: Non original Blastrac parts have been used Repair work is not done by qualified Blastrac personnel Changes, add on’s or conversions are undertaken without written permission of Blastrac BV...

  • Page 22: Important Notes

    Changing the blast wheel blades and impeller Remove the abrasive storage hopper from the separator. Remove the cage clamps and control cage. Block the blast wheel and remove the central fixing bolt. Remove the impeller using a wooden or brass drift. Remove the top liner cover and remove the top liner using a screw driver or a crowbar.
  • Page 23 The V-belts The V-belt drives are designed for the installed driving power. To force a higher output through an excessive high tension of the V-belts will result in broken belts, damage to the bearings and causes loss of the total efficiency.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Reduce the travel speed. Escaping abrasive Poor sealing. Check all seals and replace if necessary. Abrasive loss on the Poor abrasive quality. Contact Blastrac. surface or escaping abrasive at the blast Worn blast wheel parts. Replace worn blast wheel parts. head...
  • Page 25 Clogged dust hose Replace dust hose Ripped or damaged dust hose Excessive wear in blast Wrong abrasive. Contact Blastrac. housing and recovery duct The thrown abrasive blasts the housing Incorrect setting of the control cage and not the surface to be blasted. Adjust the blast pattern.
  • Page 26 The Blastrac blast cleaning machines are designed and built to operate with Blastrac abrasive. Blastrac abrasive has a very high quality and has the rebouncing ability required for the efficient use of the machine. The selection of abrasive is very important since this is the material to carry out the surface treatment.

  • Page 27: Technical Data

    Contact Blastrac BV for a suitable filter unit The electrical diagrams of the electrical system are placed inside of the control panel. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice by Blastrac BV. IMPORTANT NOTES: The indicated values are measured on new machines. Noise and vibration levels will vary in different circumstances.
  • Page 28 Despite the fact that this guide is made with care, Blastrac takes no liability for errors in the manual and the possible consequences. We are naturally very interested in your findings and additions. No part of this publication may be reproduced and / or published in print, photocopy, or other form without prior permission by Blastrac.
  • Page 30 Adjustments for motor soft-starter controller DIP switch number Adjustment DIP SWTCHES...
  • Page 32 SMC-3™ SMART MOTOR CONTROLLERS Description of Features Electronic Motor Overload Protection The SMC-3 controller incorporates, as standard, electronic motor overload protection. This motor overload protection is accomplished electronically with the use of current transformers on each of the three phases. The controller’s overload protection is programmable, providing the user with flexibility.
  • Page 33 LED Description (Number of Flashes) 1. Overload 2. Overtemperature 3. Phase Reversal 4. Phase Loss/Open Load 5. Phase Imbalance 6. Shorted SCR 7. Test Source : Allen-Bradly (manufacturer ) http://www.ab.com/en/epub/catalogs/12768/229240/229262/3073021/1179231/tab4.html...
  • Page 34 Headquarter Blastrac Poland Blastrac Italy Blastrac The Netherlands Golina, Dworcowa 47a S.S. 10 Padana Inferiore, 41 Utrechthaven 12 PL – 63-200 Jarocin IT – 29012 Caorso (PC) NL – 3433 PN Nieuwegein Tel – 0048 627 40 41 50 Tel – 0039 0523 81 42 41 Tel –...

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