Slag-Screen

Cleaning

Make sure that you clean the slag screen often and inspect for holes or damage. Under correct use, this screen should last for years.

Tools Needed

Qty

Soft Brass Wire Brush

1

OSHA Approved Respirator

1

Shop Vacuum

1

To perform this procedure:

 

1.UNPLUG THE MACHINE!

2.Put on your respirator, unlock and remove the slag drawer, and then the screen (Figure 24).

Figure 24. Slag-screen.

3.Inspect the drawer face seal for evidence of leaks or tears. Reseal as required.

4.Carefully use a wire brush and tap the screen to remove the built up dust and slag. If a piece of solder or slag has welded to the screen, do not pry it off or you may tear a hole in the screen.

5.Vacuum up the loose dust and reinstall the screen and the slag drawer.

Long-Term Storage

If this machine needs to be stored for a long period of time, make sure that the following condi- tions are met:

Remove and manually clean the vibrating filters and the HEPA filter.

Clean and lubricate the drive chains.

Place the machine in a dry area where the humidity range will not vary beyond 30% to 95% and the storage temperature will not vary beyond -13° to 158°F.

Place a moisture-absorbing desiccant bag in the control panel box with a note to remove when the machine is put back in operation.

Close both blast gates, and lock all caster wheels from rolling.

Cover the machine to protect it from dust and moisture.

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Grizzly G0648 owner manual Slag-Screen Cleaning, Long-Term Storage, Tools Needed Qty, To perform this procedure