PRODUCT OPERATING MANUAL

PANBLASTTM

PB1000P BLAST CABINET

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

2. ASSEMBLY & INSTRUCTIONS

3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4. MAINTENANCE

5. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

6. ASSEMBLIES, PARTS LISTING & EXPLODED VIEW

BLAST CABINET SERIAL NUMBER:

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.3.3 Any work performed on electrical wiring or
1.1 Panblast Notice to Purchasers and Users components must only be carried out by
suitably qualified and registered electrical
1.1.1 All products and equipment designed and trade’s personnel.
manufactured by Panblast are intended for use
by experienced users of abrasive blasting 1.3.4 Under no circumstances should any safety
equipment and its associated operations and interlocks/lockouts or features be altered or
abrasive blasting media. disabled in any way.

1.1.2 It is the responsibility of the user to: 1.3.5 All equipment must be isolated from the
- Determine if the equipment and abrasive compressed air supply and electrical power prior
media is suitable for the users' intended use to any service or maintenance work being
and application. carried out.
- Familiarize themselves with any appropriate
laws, regulations and safe work practices, 1.3.6 All care must be taken by the operator(s) when
which may apply within the users working lifting or moving equipment or components in
environment. order to prevent injury. Blast pots must always
- Provide appropriate operator training and a be emptied of abrasive media before any
safe working environment including attempt is made to move them
operator protective equipment (PPE) such as,
but not limited to, safety footwear, 1.3.7 Any modification of the equipment and/or
protective eyewear and hearing protection. components or use of non-genuine PanBlast™
replacement parts will void warranty.
1.1.3 Panblast Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale
apply. Contact your local Panblast office should 1.3.8 Always check the Material Safety Data Sheet
you require any further information or (MSDS) on the abrasive media being used to
assistance. ensure that it is free of harmful substances, in
particular, free silica, cyanide, arsenic or lead.
1.2 ! WARNING ! – READ THIS SECTION
CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS 1.3.9 Test the surface to be blasted for harmful
EQUIPMENT/APPARATUS. substances, taking the appropriate measures to
ensure the safety of the operator and others.
1.2.1 Heavy metal paint, asbestos and other toxic
material dusts will cause serious lung disease or 1.3.10 The operator should carry out a daily inspection
death without the use of properly designed and of all related components prior to start up of all
approved air supplied respiratory equipment wearing and safety items to ensure they are in
(SAR) by blast operators and all personnel within correct operating order. In particular check the
the work site area. blast cabinet safety door interlock system,
cabinet lighting, pressure regulator and foot
1.2.2 The compressor must have adequate output and pedal for correct operation. Ensure that all
the plumbing between the compressor and the compressed air coupling connections have
point of attaching the air supply hose must have engaged correctly, the safety locking pins are
sufficient capacity to supply the volume of air at fitted and in good order. Always install safety
the pressure required. whip check cables at every air supply
connection. Ensure that the blast nozzle is
1.3 Standard Safety Precautions securely fitted to the suction blast gun assembly
and that the suction gun air and abrasive media
1.3.1 Approved safety eyewear, hearing and footwear hoses are securely attached to the suction blast
protection should be worn at all times by the gun.
operator(s) and all personnel in the immediate
area that may be exposed to any hazards NOTE: UNDER OSHA 1915:34(c)(1)(iv) DEAD
generated by the abrasive blasting process. MAN CONTROL. A DEADMAN CONTROL DEVICE
SHALL BE PROVIDED AT THE NOZZLE END OF
1.3.2 Suitably approved respiratory protection should THE BLAST HOSE EITHER TO PROVIDE DIRECT
also be worn when handling abrasive media, CUTOFF OR TO SIGNAL THE POT TENDER BY
abrasive refuse dust and when carrying out any MEANS OF A VISUAL AND AUDIBLE SIGNAL TO
service/maintenance work where any dust may CUT OFF THE FLOW, IN THE EVENT THE BLASTER
be present. LOSES CONTROL OF THE HOSE. THE POT

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TENDER SHALL BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES TO 2.0 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
RESPOND IMMEDIATELY TO THE SIGNAL.
! WARNING ! – THE SYSTEM MUST BE IN
SHUT DOWN MODE AND THE COMPRESSED AIR
DISCONNECTED BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
INSTALLATION WORK. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN PREMATURE ACTIVATION OF THE
SYSTEM THAT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.

2.1 The PanBlast™ PB1000P Blast Cabinet is a free

standing unit, which should be installed in a
dry area, on a flat and level surface. It is
recommended a clear area of 1200mm (47”) be
provided around all sides of the cabinet to
provide access for operation, loading and
servicing.

2.2 The cabinet should only be lifted by the lifting

lugs provided using suitable sized lifting
equipment in good condition.

2.3 It is recommended that the cabinet should be

permanently fixed in position with suitably sized
fasteners for added stability and safety during
use.

2.4 Connect ¾” air supply to the inlet of the ball

valve on the pressure regulator located at the
side of the blast pot.

Note: The minimum compressed air volume of

1.416m3/m (50cfm) is required. All compressed
air-lines, fittings and connections must be of
the appropriate pressure rating.

2.5 The compressed air supply must also be clean

and dry for the blast cabinet to operate
effectively.

2.6 Connect a suitably sized electrical power supply.

If the electrical supply is being hard wired into
an existing power supply, this must only be
done by a suitably qualified and registered
electrical tradesman.

Note: The recommended Electrical is 415VAC 3

Phase 10AMP

2.7 Position the cabinet foot pedal at the front of

the cabinet in a position which is comfortable
for the operator to use. On some models, the
foot pedal may be mounted on a frame attached
to the cabinet itself.

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2.8 It is recommended that the cabinet foot pedal 3.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
be fixed in position with suitably sized fasteners
for added stability and ease of operation during 3.1 Install the blast cabinet as detailed in
use. Section 2.0 of this manual.

2.9 The blast cabinet is now ready for operation. 3.2 Remove the pot adaptor cover plate by
untighten the two nuts at the pot
adaptor.

3.3 Load the abrasive media into the blast pot

through the pot adaptor. The abrasive
level should remain below the bottom of
the pop up valve to prevent premature
wear to the remote exhaust valve
assembly.

3.4 Refit the pot adaptor panel and ensuring

that the two nuts are properly tightened.

3.5 Turn on the compressed air supply, and

slowly open the main ball valve located at
the pressure regulator assembly.

Lift up the pressure regulator control

knob to release the lock, and adjust the
regulator to the desired blasting
pressure. This is done by spinning the
adjustment knob clockwise to increase
pressure, and counter clockwise to
decrease pressure.

The pressure gauge mounted on the front

of the regulator indicates the system air
pressure, in both KpA and PSI. Do not set
the blast pressure below 345Kpa (50psi)
as the blast system may not operate
correctly (this is to ensure that the pop up
valve will fully close)

! WARNING ! – DO NOT EXCEED THE

MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE OF THE BLAST
POT AT ANY TIME AS THIS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH..

3.6 Open the main cabinet door, and load the

component to be blasted into the main
cabinet area.

3.7 Close the main cabinet door, making sure

that the safety door interlock is properly
engaged. It is a safety feature that the
blasting system will not activate while the
cabinet door is open.

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3.8 Turn on the main power supply, and 3.13 To stop the blasting operation, releasing
switch on the cabinet light at the switch the foot pedal.
on the front of the cabinet, and start the
3.14 Allow a few moments for the fan and dust
dust collector fan by depressing the on
collector to clear the airborne dust from
green button located on the fan starter
the cabinet before opening the cabinet
assembly.
door and removing the work piece/s
3.8.1 The blast cabinet is now ready for operation.
Depressing the foot pedal will pressurise 3.15 After removing the work piece, close the

the blast pot and blasting will start. door, shut off the compressed air supply

Ensure the nozzle is held in hand before at the main ball valve.

depressing the foot pedal.

3.16 Be sure to empty the machine of all

3.9 When the operator is ready to start abrasive when shutting down for more

blasting, point the blast nozzle at the than 3-4 hours as this will reduce the

work piece before pressing the foot problems associated with moisture,

pedal. This will then actuate the Uniflo humidity, etc. when starting a new day’s

remote control valve and start blasting. operation.

Abrasive will not be discharge from the

4.0 MAINTENANCE
nozzle if the abrasive valve is not set.

DAILY SET UP CHECKLIST

3.10 As there are many different sizes and
types of abrasive blasting media, it is
! WARNING!
necessary for the system to be adjusted
to allow for each abrasive type individual 4.1 All piping, fittings and hoses must be
performance characteristics. Most of this checked daily for tightness and leakage.

adjustment is carried out at the abrasive

4.2 All equipment and components must be
valve, located at the bottom of the blast
thoroughly checked for wear.
pot.

4.3 All worn or suspect parts must be

3.11 Turn the abrasive valve knob located at
replaced
the bottom of blast pot to fully close, and
then slowly open it until the desired 4.4 All blast operators must be properly
abrasive flow level is achieved. The trained to operate equipment.
optimum abrasive flow level will vary
4.5 Before Blasting, always use the following
depending on actual operating conditions
checklist :
and the desired end result, but as a
general rule, the abrasive should appear
4.5.1 If moisture separator is fitted, clean filter
in the air stream as a fine mist. Once the
daily & drain away excess water.
desired abrasive flow rate has been
achieved, the system is now set for 4.5.2 Use abrasive that is properly sized and
ongoing blasting operations. free of harmful substances such as free
silica, cyanide, arsenic or lead. Check for
3.12 The operator should now manipulate the
presence of toxic or harmful substances
blast nozzle to move the blasting action
over the surface of the component being Blasting Nozzle
blasted, until the desired result is
achieved. Smooth, continuous strokes 4.6 On a weekly basis, remove the blast

over the component surface are normally nozzle from the nozzle holder by

the most effective, with the nozzle being unscrewing the nozzle in a counter-

held approximately 75mm (3”) to 125mm clockwise direction, and inspect it for

(5”) from the component surface. wear. Replace the nozzle if the internal
diameter is worn by 1.5mm (1/16”) from

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 it’s original size, or if the liner is chipped Dust Collector
or cracked.
4.9 On a weekly basis, or when the visibility
4.6.1 Check the condition of the nozzle washer within the cabinet becomes poor, with the
and replace as required, then re- dust collector fan turned off, operate the
fit/replace the blast nozzle by screwing it dust collector pulse system 2-3 times by
clockwise into the nozzle holder until it is depressing then releasing the valve lever
fully sealed against the nozzle washer. located on the side of the dust collector
behind the main cabinet. Wait a few
4.6.2 Check the condition of the nozzle holder,
moments for the dust to settle, then open
and inspect for any cracks or signs of
the drain valve on the bottom of the dust
damage. Replace if required. collector and drain the dust into a refuse
dust bin. When all the dust has
Blast Pot
completely drained out, close the drain
4.7 On a monthly basis, inspect the pop up valve. Do not over pulse the dust collector
valve located in the top of the blast pot cart, as this will cause damage to the
for wear in the form of cracks or grooves. filter cartridge media, and this in turn will
If replacement is required, remove the cause the dust collector to leak dust from
blast pot shell inspection cover located the fan outlet.
on the front of the blast pot. Using a
4.9.1 Open the dust collector inspection door,
suitable pipe wrench, unscrew the vertical
and visually inspect the filter cartridge for
pipe section which houses the pop up
any damage, wear or excessive dust build
valve, and remove both the pipe section
up. If the filter media is damaged in any
and pop up valve through the inspection
way, or there is dust present in the air
opening. Installation of the new pop up
being discharged from the dust collector,
valve is a reversal of the removal
then the filter cartridge should be
procedure and ensures that the pop up
replaced.
valve is positioned directly below the top
opening of the blast pot for correct
4.9.2 As the abrasive is used, dust and debris
sealing. may build up in the abrasive mix. This
will reduce the performance of the blast
4.7.1 Check and inspect the pop up valve
gun, increase wear on the gun parts and
seating ring for wear. If replacement is
hoses, and also reduce visibility within
necessary, use a large screw driver or
the cabinet area. If cabinet visibility does
similar tool to pry the seating ring out of
not improve after carrying maintenance
the seat. When re-fitting the seating ring,
as detailed in 4.8 and 4.8.1, then it will
ensure that it is correctly seated within
be necessary to drain all the abrasive
the seating ring housing.
from the cabinet, and replace it with new,
Abrasives delivery Hose clean abrasive media.

4.8 On a monthly basis, inspect the abrasive Cabinet Gloves

supply hose along its entire length, by
4.10 On a weekly basis, give the cabinet gloves
feeling for soft spots which will indicate
a visual inspection and check for holes
areas of wear. If the wear is near the end
and signs of deterioration. Replace the
of the hose, it is permissible to cut off the
gloves as necessary.
worn section of hose and re-connect the
shortened hose. Otherwise it will be
Cabinet Window
necessary to replace the entire length of
hose. 4.11 Over a period of time, the cabinet viewing
window will become frosted by the impact
from rebounding abrasive. The service

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 life of the window will be increased by
ensuring that the operator always directs
the blasting action away from the window
as much as possible. Replace the window
by unscrewing the four retaining nuts and
removing the cabinet widow frame.

*Note – The cabinet viewing window is

made from 6mm thick laminated
glass. NEVER USE PLAIN PLATE GLASS
FOR A CABINET WINDOW, AS SERIOUS
INJURY MAY OCCUR.

Pressure Regulator/Filter

4.12 Over a period of time, depending on the

air drying capacity of the compressed air
supply, water may build up in the air
pressure regulator/filter assembly. This
water should be drained from the
regulator on a daily basis, or more often
if required, by opening the drain valve in
the bottom of the regulator filter bowl.
Close the drain valve after draining is
complete.

Rubber Seals

4.13 On a weekly basis, inspect the main

cabinet door seal around the door
opening for wear and damage. Also
inspect the abrasive hopper seal and the
dust collector inspection door seal for
wear and damage. Replace all seals as
required.

Door Safety Interlock

4.14 On a weekly basis, inspect the cabinet

door safety interlock for condition and
operation. The blasting system should
not operate with the main cabinet door
open. Replace/adjust the door interlock
as required.

*Note – NEVER BYPASS OR DISABLE THE

DOOR INTERLOCK AS SERIOUS INJURY
MAY OCCUR.

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5.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Item Problem Possible Cause Corrective Actions

Door safety interlock not fully Check that the main cabinet door is
engaged filly closed and the interlock is
engaged
Blasting system will not Door safety interlock faulty Check/repair/replace door interlock
1
operate assembly as required

Faulty foot pedal operation Check/repair/replace foot pedal

assembly as required
No/inadequate compressed air supply Check that air compressor is
operational. Ensure air output and
supply hose size is correct
2 Blast pot will not pressurize Main supply ball valve is closed Open ball valve

Pop up valve/seating ring worn or Inspect and replace as required

damaged
Depressurize system and remove
nozzle for holder
Check and clear any possible
Blast nozzle blocked
blockage
Re-fit nozzle

Pusher line choke valve fully closed Open and adjust the choke valve as
No air and/or abrasive flow necessary
3
from blast nozzle Abrasive valve fully closed Open and adjust abrasive ball valve
as required
Insufficient abrasive in blast pot Refill with abrasive as required

Excessive dust and fines in abrasive Drain abrasive from blast pot and
refill with clean abrasive
Damp or wet abrasive in blast pot Drain abrasive from blast pot and
refill with clean abrasive
Dirty dust collector bags/cartridge Operate dust collector shaker/purge
system and empty dust collector
hopper
High level of dust in abrasive media Drain and abrasive from the system
and replace with new clean abrasive
media
Poor visibility in cabinet while
4 Dust collector fan damper closed Adjust fan damper to correct setting
blasting
Blocked/dirty cabinet air inlet filters Remove, clean and re-fit inlet filters

Dust collector fan rotation incorrect (3 Have an authorised tradesman

phase models only) reverse the direction of fan rotation
Dust collector fan not operating Turn dust collector fan on

Excessive dust and fines in abrasive Drain abrasive from blast pot and
refill with clean abrasive
Insufficient abrasive in blast pot Refill with abrasive as required

Damp or wet abrasive in blast pot Drain abrasive from blast pot and
5 Intermittent abrasive flow
refill with clean abrasive
Excessive abrasive
Check and adjust air pressure as
Compressed air supply pressure too required
low

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 Damaged or poorly fitted filter Check and replace dust cartridges as
cartridges required, and ensure that fitment is
correct
6 Dust emission from fan outlet Dust build up on clean side of dust Clean out dust and check condition
collector plenum and fit of dust bags/cartridges
Excessive dust build up in refuse dust Drain dust hopper and clean out as
hopper required.

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6.0 ASSEMBLIES, PARTS LISTING AND EXPLODED VIEW

6.1 ASSEMBLIES, PARTS LISTING AND EXPLODED VIEW

PanBlast™ PB1000P Blast Cabinet Assemblies

Stock Code Description Weight

BEC-CA-PB-0009 PB1000P BLAST CABINET ASSEMBLY 600kg (1322lbs)

6.1.1 PanBlast™ PB1000P Blast Cabinet Parts Listing ( Figure A)

Item Stock Code Description Qty Unit

1 BAC-CA-PB-0137 RECTANGULAR WINDOW 1 PCS
2 BAC-CA-PB-0141 CABINET WINDOW SEAL 2 PCS
3 BAC-GL-PB-0003 10 Ø CABINET RUBBER GLOVES 1 PAIR
4 BAC-CA-PB-0157 CABINET ENTRY RING 2 PCS
5 BAC-CA-PB-0126 CABINET FLOOR MESH 1 PCS
6 BAC-CA-PB-0086 FOOT VALVE SPRING RETURN 1 PCS
7 BAC-CA-PB-0087 DOOR INTERLOCK VALVE 1 PCS

8 BAC-CA-PB-0178 CABIENT DOOR SEAL 1 PCS

9 BAC-CA-PB-0140 AIR ENTRY FILTER 2 PCS
10 YAC-CA-PB-0145 ¼” BLOW OFF GUN 1 PCS
11 YAC-CA-PB-0138 LATCH 1 PCS
12 YAC-FN-PB-0041 TOGGLE CATCH 2 PCS
13 BAC-DC-PB-0007 PULSE VALVE 1 PCS

14 BAC-DF-PB-0002 FILTER CARTRIDGE – SIZE 2 1 PCS

15 BAC-DC-PB-0005 700MM HANGER ROD 1 PCS

16 YAC-CA-PB-0146 HANDLE 4 PCS

17 YAC-CA-PB-0205 HANDLE TONGUE 4 PCS

18 BAC-PF-PB-0008 38MM (1½”) BALL VALVE 1 PCS

19 BAC-CA-PB-0375 DUST COLLECTOR DOOR SEAL 1 PCS

20 BAC-CA-PB-0282 PB1500HD RUBBER LINED CYCLONE 1 PCS

21 BAC-HR-PB-0007 RECOVERY HOSE 2 MTR
22 BAC-NZ-PB-0025 ANH-1/2 NOZZLE HOLDER 1 PCS
23 BAC-NZ-PB-0054 BLAST NOZZLE ATN-3S ALUM/TUNGSTEN SHORT 1 PCS
24 BAC-HB-PB-0002 BLAST HOSE 19MM X 34MM X 20MM L2 5 MTR
25 BAC-HC-PB-0054 NHC-1/2 NYLON HOSE COUPLING 1 PCS
26 BAC-HC-PB-0057 NTC 1/2 NYLON THREADED POT COUPLING 1 PCS
27 BAC-VA-0397-00 FINA II VALVE ½” X ¾” 1 PCS
28 BAC-RC-PB-0014 UNIFLO VALVE ASSEMBLY WITH FITTINGS 1 PCS
29 BAC-AF-PB-0153 19MM (¾”) PRESSURE REGULATOR 1 PCS
30 BAC-PF-PB-0004 19MM (¾”) BALL VALVE 1 PCS
31 BAC-PF-PB-0030 6MM (¼”) – 125 PSI PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE 1 PCS
32 YAC-CA-PB-0226 SPIGOT 1 PCS
33 YAC-CA-PB-0144 1.5KW 415V/50HZ MOTOR 1 PCS
34 YAC-CA-PB-0183 FAN IMPELLOR - 360CFM ALUMINIUM 1 PCS

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6.1.2 PanBlast™ PB1000P Blast Cabinet Exploded View

Figure A

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