Daily/Weekly/Monthly Maintenance

MMLJ Parts

Inspect the pinch hose
Inspect the blast hose
- Check for soft spots by squeezing it about every six inches. Also, look for holes, cracks, and disintegration of the outer casing. If you discover several soft spots, holes or general deterioration, it's time to replace the hose.
Ensure filter regulator is cracked open so it can drain
Ensure moisture trap drain is cracked open
Inspect all gauges
- Ensure gauges are at 0 when machine is not in operation.
Walk around trailer and inspect tires and breaks.

RPB Nova 3

Compressor

Check compressor oil level
Check for leaks in oil filter seal, hydraulic lines and fittings, pneumatic blue lines, and clear lines
Make sure there is no obstruction of the canopy vents.
Make sure there is no obstruction of the radiator fins.
Check compressor air filters (in severe conditions)
View this compressor maintenance video for more information

Engine

Check engine oil level https://support.dustlessblasting.com/en/pre-work-checklist-d184t4f
Check engine coolant level
https://support.dustlessblasting.com/en/pre-work-checklist-d184t4f
Check fuel level and top up if necessary
Check for leaks in fuel lines, fuel filter seal, and fuel tank cap
Check engine air filters (in severe conditions)

MMLJ Parts

Rotate the pinch hose https://support.dustlessblasting.com/blasting-basics/how-do-i-rotate-and-replace-the-pinch-hose
Check the torque on the water pump bolts [ torque chart ]
Inspect the blast hose
- Check for soft spots by squeezing it about every six inches. Also, look for holes, cracks, and disintegration of the outer casing. If you discover several soft spots, holes or general deterioration, it's time to replace the hose.
Inspect nozzle and nozzle holder
Check filter regulator

Compressor

Engine

MMLJ Parts

Replace the pinch hose monthly, or after it has been rotated 4 times. https://support.dustlessblasting.com/blasting-basics/how-do-i-rotate-and-replace-the-pinch-hose
Lubricate the threads of the pressure regulator knob with a lubricant such as lithium grease or Never-Seez.
Inspect and lubricate the parker valve. https://support.dustlessblasting.com/blasting-basics/parker-valve-maintenance
Inspect the fill cap gasket, and clean or replace if necessary.
Flush out blast pot to prevent rust from accumulating inside https://support.dustlessblasting.com/blasting-basics/flush-out-blast-pot
Check filter regulator
Rinse the underside of the trailer, especially in areas where snow/icy roads are present

Compressor

Check ELGi's Blog most for tips on maintenance and intervals

https://www.elgi.com/us/air-compressor-wiki/elgis-guide-to-preparing-your-air-compressor-for-spring/

Flush out radiator fins https://support.dustlessblasting.com/en/summer-maintenance
Shake off compressor air intake filters or blow with compressed air, to prolong their life
Check connecting hoses for leaks or cracks.
Check all the mounting bolts as well as fittings to make sure everything is tight and hasn’t vibrated loose.
Inspect battery electrolyte/water level, top off just above the cell plates
At the first 50 hours, change the compressor oil & filters. Future oil changes should be performed every 500 hours after this. https://support.dustlessblasting.com/en/compressor-oil-change-procedure-d185t4f

Engine

Check coolant levels and top off if needed.
At the first 50 hours, change the engine oil & filters. Future oil changes should be performed every 500 hours after this. https://support.dustlessblasting.com/en/engine-oil-change-procedure-d185t4f
At the first 50 hours, replace the fuel filter. Future fuel filter changes should be performed every 500 hours after this.

MMLJ Parts

Check dry blast wear items. Depending on how much dry blasting you do, these parts may have to be replaced sooner or later than 6 months. https://support.dustlessblasting.com/dry-blast-wear-items

Compressor

Engine