The key operating precautions for shot blasting machines dedicated to welded workpieces are listed as follows:
Wear personal protective equipment Before starting operation, operators shall wear safety shoes, safety helmets, protective face shields, gloves and other protective gear, and put on protective goggles when required.
Inspect equipment safety Check that the housing and internal components of the shot blasting machine are undamaged. Verify reliable connections of the power supply and air compressor without any abrasive leakage or air leakage.
Follow standard operating procedures Carry out operations in strict accordance with official operating procedures, including pre-start inspections, in-operation safety rules, as well as post-operation cleaning and maintenance.
Emergency handling In case of machine breakdown or personal injury emergencies, shut down the machine immediately and implement appropriate rescue measures.
Forbid overload operation Overloaded operation is strictly prohibited to prevent damage to the shot blasting machine.
Regular inspection and maintenance Perform periodic inspection and maintenance on the shot blaster to guarantee its long-term stable running performance.
Maintain a safe working environment Keep irrelevant personnel out of the working zone. Stay fully focused during operation and avoid distraction or random movement.
Ban feeding wet steel plates It is strictly forbidden to feed wet steel plates into the blasting chamber for treatment.
Compliance with all the above precautions ensures the safe operation of the shot blasting machine for welded parts, protects operators’ personal safety and maintains normal equipment function.
