Vaniman MASTER PROBLAST 3 ESD User manual

MASTER PROBLAST 3 ESD
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CAUTION:Read the instructions before using this equipment
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. CONDITIONS FOR USE
This micro abrasive blaster may only be operated:
• Indoors;
• Below 1981 m (6500 ft) above sea level altitude;
• Ambient air temperature between 40°-105°F (5-40°C);
• Maximum relative humidity of 80% at 31°C (88°F);
• Power supply current fluctuations does not exceed 10% of nominal value;
• Under level 2 contamination conditions;
• Supply cool, dry air only, at a maximum pressure of 10.3 Bar (150 PSI).
2. SAFETY
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
BATTERY-operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety:
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating this power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
2. Electrical Safety:
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed
or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

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e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a RESIDUAL CURRENT
DEVICE (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal Safety
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools my result in
serious personal injury.
b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or BATTERY pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
h. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of this tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury
within a fraction of a second.
4. Power tool use and care:
a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and o󰀨. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the BATTERY pack, if
detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar

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with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations di󰀨erent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
f. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
3. SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THIS PRODUCT
• Unplug equipment from the wall before changing out the LED light. Do not squeeze or bend
the light tube. Always wear gloves or use a towel to protect your hands from glass splinters.
• Always disconnect the unit from the compressed air and power sources before beginning any
maintenance.
• Any abrasive material on the o-ring may lead to leakage and early wear of the o-ring. After
lling, clean the thread and o-ring before applying the lid.
• Solvents will create cracks in the jar and weaken the jar (danger of explosion!). Clean the lid
and tank only with a dry cloth. Do not write or adhere anything to the jar or lid.
• Check for damages on the lids and tanks regularly and replace them if there is any doubt of
the structural integrity.
• Before operation, check to make certain the lid is secured properly. Using the product without
the lid secured will create a serious explosive hazard.
• Never operate the blasting units without suitable dust extraction and appropriate protective
gear. The type of dust extraction should be based on the type dust generated. Ask the proper
authorities.
• Never direct the blasting material towards eyes or unprotected areas of skin. Improper use
can result in risk of eye or skin injuries.
• Never work with the glass door open.
• Do not depress the foot switch when only the compressed air supply hose is connected. The
loose hose could wrap around itself and cause serious injury.
• Maintain equipment and accessories. Check for breakage of parts and any other condition
that may a󰀨ect the equipment’s operation.

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• The triangular light symbol labelled on the light indicates that the user should not look directly
into the light and that doing so may cause eye damage.
• Please note that correct use requires reference to this manual and that the following label indicates
that the user should reference this manual prior to operation.
4. LIABILITY EXCLUSION
Vaniman Manufacturing shall be absolved from all claims for damages and warranty if:
• The product is used for any purpose other than it was designed for.
• The product is altered in any way other than those described in the operating instructions.
• The product is repaired by anybody other than an authorized facility or if any parts other than
Vaniman OEM parts are used.
• The product continues to be employed, despite obvious safety faults.

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PACKING LIST
1 - Master Problast 3 ESD
1 - Instructions
1 - DC Power Supply
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
1. Remove all packing material.
2. Attach the ESD regulator to bracket (on left side of unit) with nut included on regulator.
3. The ESD generator must be connected to the supply cord and green ground wire. The loose
black cord coming from the ESD air delivery unit (on rear of unit) is to be inserted and screwed
into the back of the ESD generator. Either one of the two ports will work su󰀩ciently. Attach
the end of the green wire that has a "U" shaped connector to the ground bolt in the center of
the two output ports on the ESD generator with supplied lock nut already on bolt. See page
10 for additional instructions on ESD set up.
4. Unscrew lids on abrasive storage tanks.
5. Fill media storage tanks to ll line with blasting media in the micron size specied on tank
label. DO NOT OVERFILL - clogging may result.
6. Inspect lid for any cracks or areas that might create leaks. Wipe o󰀨 excess abrasive and
screw lid securely back into place. Do not overtighten.
7. Attach your 1/4" ID (outside diameter) hose air supply line to the quick connect on the back
of the unit. If you do not have the proper hose for the quick disconnect on the unit, a barb
tting is provided. To use the barb tting, remove the quick disconnect tting with a wrench
and replace with the barb tting. NEVER depressurize the system by disconnecting the air
supply line while under pressure. Abrasive will be forced into the foot valve and regulator,
causing damage.
**For more help visit: www.vaniman.com/air-supply-connections-blasters/**
8. Inside the Problast is the “TANK” selector knob for using each of the tanks. For ease of use
the handpieces, tanks, and valves are all color-coded. Select the tank of choice making sure
this knob is dialed all the way to the appropriate position. The downward position will shut
off air pressure to the tanks. (This “off” position should be used when filling the abrasive
storage tanks.)

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9. Regulate air pressure by turning the air regulator knob. Unlock by pulling up the knob then
turn. Pressure reading will indicate pressure. DO NOT adjust above 100 psi (7 BARS).
10. To engage the ESD air ow, turn the valve on the rear of the unit for
the ESD air supply. Any time full ESD protection is required, this valve
must be on. The gauge should read roughly 30 psi before depressing
foot pedal and can be changed by removing the tamper-resistant
knob. This can be adjusted to increase ow by removing the snap-ring on the regulator knob,
adjusting, and replacing the snap ring.
11. Turn the red power switch on the ESD power supply on, it will light when connected correctly.
Both the power supply and the blaster's light cord must be connected to a properly grounded
wall plug or cable.
12. To begin blasting, use the foot pedal to start the ow of air and blasting media. Release the
foot pedal to stop the ow.
13. A dust collector is strongly recommended to contain the dust inside the cabinet:
-120V Abrasive-Vac Dust Collector P/N 10660
-220V Abrasive-Vac Dust Collector P/N 10664
MAINTENANCE
Vaniman blasters are designed to be low maintenance. However, as the materials used in a
microblaster are abrasive by design, components do wear out. A few minor areas should be
maintained regularly for a long product life.
Handpieces Hoses:
Check handpiece hoses for wear regularly. When hose feels thin or holes develop, the tubing
should be replaced.
On the rear of IO/Master units, there is a pinch valve that controls the ow of media by squeezing
andreleasing the handpiece tube. This will be the point of highest wear on the tubing and
therefore the hose should be moved periodically in order to wear a new section of hose. If a
hole develops, replace the tubing.
Handpiece Tip Installation:
It is imperative that the handpiece tip and sealing o-ring be installed correctly and securely
to avoid damage or leaks. Install in the manner shown in Illustration 1 and ensure the tip and
o-ring sit evenly in the assembly.
Tanks:
When installing the lids on the tanks, be sure the lid is rid of any blasting material or debris.
If the tank or lid begins to wear, replace immediately. Do not over-tighten the lid on the unit.
The ttings on the bottom of the tank are designed for easy maintenance of the hoses. To
remove a handpiece tubing from quick disconnect tting, push toward the tank on the plastic
ring while pulling the tubing out. Do not remove the hose ttings while tank is full of media
and upright; turn the tank upside down or empty before removing hoses. To replace, be sure
the tting and hose are free of debris or abrasives and push the hose rmly into the tting. Be
sure the tube reaches beyond the black o-ring that is just above the quick disconnect tting
in the tank. Improper installation will result in leakage and damage to the tanks.

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123456
7
Illustration 1
Fig. Reorder #
1 2192
2 2191
3 2187
4 2188
5 varies, #4
Included
6 2177
7 97959, #4
& #5 Not
Included
Glass Window:
Included with the unit is a free "Static-Cling" blasting shield for the inside of the window. These
are inexpensive protection for the viewing clarity of the window. To install, pull o󰀨 the backing
on the shield and adhere to the inside of the window. Replace when necessary.
Moisture:
Vaniman blaster regulators include a lter for small amounts of oil and moisture. If moisture
causes the media to clump or cake in the tanks, improper media ow will result. Be sure the
air supply is relatively oil and moisture free. Installation of a heavy duty air lter/dryer between
the air supply and unit may be required.
Part No. Nozzle Size, Inches (mm) Color Recommended Media
Long Lasting Crystal Tips (2 per package)
97902 Medium, .032” (.8mm) Blue 25/50 μm Al2O3
97903 Large, .048” (1.2mm) Black 50/100 μm Al2O3, 50 μm Glass
97904 Extra Large, .065” (1.6mm) Red 100-250 μm Al2O3, 50/100 μm Glass
Precision Tungsten Carbide Tips (1 per package)
97905 Small, .026” (.65mm) Yellow 25 μm Al2O3
97906 Medium, .036”(.91mm) Green 50/100 μm Al2O3, 50 μm Glass
97907 Large, .059” (1.5mm) Violet 100-250 μm Al2O3, 50/100 μm Glass

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ENGLISH
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Blasting Media
Part No. Material Size Applications
97921 Aluminum Oxide 25μm Fine surfacing of metal or hard materials.
97922 Aluminum Oxide 50μm Deburring and deashing of metals and other hard materials.
97923 Aluminum Oxide 100μm Aggressive removal of materials, semi-rough nished surface.
97924 Aluminum Oxide 250μm Bulk removal or surface cleaning of tough materials. Rough surface preparation.
97925 Glass Bead 50μm Smoothing/polishing. Cleans and polishes without removing material.
Fig. # Description Reorder Part Number
1ESD Regulator 2227
2ESD Ionizer 3490
3 Pinch Valve 2234
4 Vent Valve Assembly 2283
5Sand Jar Assembly 25 micron
Sand Jar Assembly 50-100 micron
Sand Jar Assembly 110-250 micron
97956
97957
97958
6 Thumb Nut 2266
7Regulator 2286
8Air Pressure Gauge 2112
9Selector Valve Assembly 2284
10 Floor Screen 2240
11 LED Light Assembly 97969
12 Window Bracket Assembly (with glass) 2282
13 Pin-Hinge Assembly 2290
14 Window Only 2241
15 Cu󰀨 Holder 2260
16 Window Gasket Kit 2030B
Not Shown Cu󰀨 (black cloth) 2033XL
Not Shown Blow O󰀨 Gun 2285
Not Shown Window Protector Shield 97951
2
3
4
5
610
8
7
15
14
13
12
11
16
1
9
17
16
15

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PLUMBING
Foot
Pedal
Air Supply In
ESD
Regulator
Power Supply

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PROPER GROUNDING PROCEDURE
When setting up your Vaniman ESD Blaster, it is important to correctly ground your system to provide
the best posibible protection against ESD damage to the parts you are blasting. To properly ground your
system, complete the following steps:
1. Using a typical wall outlet, unscrew the middle screw that holds the outlet faceplate to the outlet
body (Fig. 1), but keep the outlet faceplate in place on the outlet once the screw is removed.
2. Plug the power supply into the provided gray outlet adapter, then plug both into one of the wall
outlets so that the adapter's metal tab with a hole in it aligns with the outlet's faceplate mounting
hole (Fig. 2).
3. Take the green wire attached to the power supply wiring harness with the ring terminal on the end
and slide the ring terminal between the metal tab of the gray adapter and the outlet faceplate, with
the holes aligned.
4. Secure the adapter and power supply to the outlet faceplate using the same screw removed in step
1 above. Your ESD system will now be properly grounded.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2