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8.17. Maintenance Schedule Quick Reference Chart
Note: The below schedule is the minimum requirements for inspection and maintenance; however, the
equipment should be inspected and serviced immediately if abnormal operation is detected.
SMALL POT ABRASIVE BLASTER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Item Maintenance Required Daily Weekly Monthly Quarterly
Vessel
See Section 8.1
As required by state law and/or local authorities
Blaster
Vessel
Check for exterior damage
(corrosion, dents, bulges).
X
Blaster
Vessel
Check for interior wear, corrosion, & pitting.
Check internal piping for wear or damage.
X
Popup
Check sealing surfaces, alignment and
gasket to popup gap.
X
Blast & Air
Hoses
Check air & blast hoses for soft spots,
wear, cracks, or air leaks
X
Control
Check control air hoses for soft spots,
wear, cracks, or air leaks
X
&
Check pipe & pipe fittings for
wear, cracks, or air leaks
X
Control
Check wiring for bare spots,
fraying, cuts, or cracks
X
Hose
and whip checks
X
Coupling
Check for leaks at the air, blast,
and threaded hose coupling gaskets
X
Blast Nozzle
Check blast nozzle threads
and jacket for wear, damage, or air leaks.
X
Valves
Disassemble, inspect, and lubricate. Check operation.
See Section 8.10
X
Blowdown
Check blowdown hose for wear or thinning.
Check pipe tee, plug, and nipple for wear.
X
VBS II
System
Check VBS II internal components for wear.
See Sections 9.10 and 8.12.
X
Protective
Check for presence and condition of all
personal protective equipment.
See Sections 3.10 and 8.13.
X
Decals
Check presence and condition of warning decals.
See Sections 0.0 and 8.14
X
Check condition of gasket and sealing surfaces
See Sections 6.3 and 8.15.
X
Moisture
Separator &
Strainer
Fully open moisture separator drain ball valve and
strainer petcock to purge moisture and debris.
See Section 8.16.
X