PRO POINT 8971798 1-Burner Propane Foundry Kit Instruction Manual

PRO POINT 8971798 1-Burner Propane Foundry Kit

SPECIFICATIONS

HAZARD DEFINITIONS

Please familiarize yourself with the hazard notices found in this manual. A notice is an alert that there is a possibility of property damage, injury or death if certain instructions are not followed.

DANGER: This notice indicates an immediate and specific hazard that will result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken. This notice indicates a specific hazard or unsafe practice that could result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken. This notice indicates that a specific hazard or unsafe practice will result in equipment or property damage, but not personal injury.

INTRODUCTION

This single-burner foundry is ideal for metal casting. The foundry has a push- button ignition and adjustable flame for fine heat control. The foundry is fueled with propane.
SAFETY
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions before using this tool. The operator must follow basic precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Keep this manual for safety warnings, precautions, operating or inspection and maintenance instructions.
WORK AREA

1.  Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area clean, well-lit and free of distractions. Place lights so you are not working in a shadow.
2.  Keep anyone not wearing the appropriate safety equipment away from the work area.
3.  Store tools properly in a safe and dry location. Keep tools out of the reach of children.
4.  Do not install or use in the presence of flammable gases, dust or liquids.
5.  Install the foundry in a location without nearby wood or fabric due to the high temperature generated.
6.  Have a fire extinguisher available for immediate use. Use a dry chemical fire extinguisher for Types A, B and C.
7.  Install the tool in a low-traffic area to prevent potential burn injuries.

PERSONAL SAFETY

WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) or American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

1.  Always wear impact safety goggles that provide front and side protection for the eyes. Eye protection equipment should comply with CSA Z94.3-07 or ANSI Z87.1 standards based on the type of work performed.
2.  Wear the appropriate type of full-face shield in addition to safety googles, as the work can create molten, acid or chemical splashes.
3.  Wear gloves that provide protection based on the work materials or to reduce the effects of tool vibration.
4.  Wear protective clothing designed for the work environment and tool.
5.  Non-skid footwear is recommended to maintain footing and balance in the work environment.
6.  Wear steel toe footwear or steel toe caps to prevent a foot injury from falling objects.
7.  Wear a NIOSH approved respirator when working on materials that produce hazardous fumes, dust or particulate matter.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

Control the tool, personal movement and the work environment to avoid personal injury or damage to the tool.

1.  Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medications.
2.  Avoid wearing clothes or jewelry that can become entangled with the moving parts of a tool. Keep long hair covered or bound.
3.  Do not overreach when operating the tool. Proper footing and balance enables better control in unexpected situations.
4.  Do not wear any personal grooming products that are flammable, such as hair preparations, perfume or cologne with an alcohol base.
5.  Remove any combustibles, such as butane lighters or matches, from your person. Heat may light the matches or ignite leaking lighter fuel.

SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to the tool safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.

1.  Use the correct tool for the job. This tool was designed for a specific function. Do not modify or alter this tool or use it for an unintended purpose.
2.  Do not use the tool if any parts are damaged, broken or misplaced. Repair or replace the parts.
3.  Do not move, handle or service while hot or burning. Do not attach or remove a hot or operating tool from the propane tank. The hot tool can cause a severe burn injury. Allow the tool to cool before handling.
4.  Use only propane gas. Do not use liquid propane.
5.  Before connecting the tool to the propane tank, make sure the tool regulator knob is in the OFF position. Always connect and light the tool in areas free of open flames.
6.  Only use the hose and regulator assembly provided with the tool. Inspect the hose assembly before each use. If there is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, replace the hose before using the tool again. The hose and regulator must be protected from damage.
7.  Do not use the foundry if it is wet or was immersed in water. This will reduce the effectiveness of the insulation. Have a service technician inspect the foundry and control system before using it again.

FUMES AND GASES
WARNING! If at any time a gas odour is detected, immediately discontinue operation until the source of gas has been located and corrected. WARNING! Stop working and move to a location with ventilation if your eyes, nose or throat become irritated. This indicates the ventilation is not adequate to remove the fumes. Do not resume working until the ventilation is improved and the discomfort ceases. Seek medical attention if the symptoms do not diminish or if the you experiences nausea, dizziness or malaise.

1.  Only work in a confined space if the area is well ventilated or while wearing a respirator or an air-supplied respirator.
2.  The area must be well ventilated. Provide a minimum opening of 1 sq. ft. (0.093 m2) near the floor and 1 sq. ft. (0.093 m2) near the ceiling.

COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! Improper handling or maintenance of compressed gas cylinders and regulators can result in serious injury or death. Do not use a cylinder or its contents for anything other than its intened use. Consult the safety instructions on the cylinder or provided by your gas supplier.

1.  Do not deface or alter the name, number or other markings on a cylinder. Do not connect a regulator to a cylinder that contains a gas that the regulator was not designed to handle.
2.  Do not expose a cylinder to excessive heat, sparks, slag, flame or any other heat source.
3.  Always change a cylinder carefully to prevent leaks and damage to the cylinder’s walls, valve or safety devices.
4.  Gases in the cylinder are under pressure. Protect the cylinder from bumps, falls, falling objects and harsh weather. A punctured cylinder under pressure can become a lethal projectile. If a cylinder is punctured, do not approach until all pressure is released.
5.  Always secure a gas cylinder in a vertical position
6.  Do not use a wrench or hammer to open a cylinder valve that cannot be opened by hand. Notify your supplier for instructions.
7.  Do not modify or exchange gas cylinder fittings.
8.  Close the cylinder valve and immediately remove the faulty regulator from service for repair, if any of the following conditions exist:
9.  Do not attempt to make regulator repairs. Send faulty regulators to the manufacturer’s designated repair centre.
10.  Compressed gas cylinders must not be located in a confined space with the person welding to prevent the possibility of leaks displacing the oxygen.

UNPACKING
WARNING! Do not operate the tool if any part is missing. Replace the missing part before operating. Failure to do so could result in a malfunction and personal injury. Remove the parts and accessories from the packaging and inspect for damage. Make sure that all items in the Identification Key are included. Contents: • Foundry • Burner unit • Regulator and 10 ft gas hose
IDENTIFICATION KEY

• A Foundry Access Opening
• B Lid
• C Handle
• D Foundry
• E Propane Tank Connector
• F Ignition Button
• G Gas Hose Port
• H Regulato

ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION

Letter references in parenthesis (A) refer to the included Identification Key. IMPORTANT! Consult and follow municipal regulations before installing the foundry.
INSTALLATION LOCATION
WARNING! Install the foundry at least one meter from all walls or make sure the walls are constructed of fire brick or a similar heat resistant material. Wood and non-heat resistant structures can ignite.

1.  Bolt the foundry to a steel workbench or a bench constructed with fire brick capable of handling the generated heat (see specifications).
2.  The foundry access opening (A) must face away from all structures, as heat and flame may escape.
3. This also allows enough room for easy insertion and removal of the crucible.
4.  The location must have sufficient ventilation to remove the foundry’s fumes and to provide enough air to allow combustion.
5. Do not position the foundry so the breeze carries the fumes towards you. Position it so there is a cross breeze.
6. Install under an exhaust hood or duct if possible.

ASSEMBLY

DANGER! Only use gas-rated thread sealant tape (yellow colour) for gas connections. The thinner plumbing thread sealant tape will allow gas to leak and that can result in a fire or explosion

1.  Remove the screws from the sides of the foundry (D).
2.  Attach a handle (C) to each side. The curved front edge faces downward. Tighten the screws (Fig. 2).
3.  Remove the screws on the sides of the lid.
4.  Attach the handle, with word HOT on it, to the lid. Tighten the screws.
5.  Remove the four screws around the exhaust pipe port.
6.  Fit the burner unit gas exhaust pipe into the opening (Fig. 3). The exhaust pipe must enter at a 20° angle. Push inward until the pipe pushes through the insulation. The exhaust pipe should not extend into the interior (Fig. 4).
7.  Secure the burner unit with the four screws.
8.  The back of the regulator identifies each port (Fig. 5). Wrap gas-rated sealant tape on the following three connections before screwing them into place.
9. Screw the pressure gauge into the GAUGE port (Fig. 5-3).
10.  Screw the gas hose into the OUT port (Fig. 5-1).
11. Screw the cylinder connector into the IN port (Fig. 5-2).
12.  Make sure that the propane tank valve and the ball valve are both closed before proceeding.
13.  Screw the gas hose’s gas compression coupler to the ball valve on the burner unit (Fig. 6).
14.  Screw the cylinder connector’s gas compression coupler into the propane tank (Fig. 7).

OPERATION

WARNING! Clear the installation location of all combustable materials to avoid a fire. Flames and heat may issue from the access opening (A). WARNING! Shut the propane cylinder’s valve off if you smell gas and open windows and doors to ventilate the area. Leaking propane may ignite and result in a fire or explosion.

CHECK FOR GAS LEAKAGE
Check for gas leakage before each use. The recommended procedure is as follows:

1.  Slowly open the cylinder valve.
2.  Set the flow rate on the regulator to approximately 2 to 3 PSI.
3.  Close the cylinder valve and pay attention to the needle indicator on the pressure gauge and wait 15 minutes. If the needle drops away towards zero, there is a gas leak.
4.  After confirming there is a loss of gas, check all connectors and clamps for leakage by brushing or spraying with soapy water. Bubbles will appear at the leakage point.
5.  Tighten clamps or fittings to eliminate gas leakage. Replace the clamps and fittings if this fails to solve the problem.

IGNITING THE FOUNDRY
WARNING! Shut the gas off if it fails to ignite after a few seconds to avoid an explosion or uncontrolled fire. Allow the gas to disperse before attempting to ignite the foundry again. The foundry will emit a slight odour (curing paint) for a couple of hours after it is first lit. Ventilate the area until the smell disperses.

1.  Turn the propane cylinder knob to release the gas.
2.  Adjust the pressure level by turning the regulator knob and watching the pressure gauge until it reaches 5 PSI.
3.  Open the ball valve to allow the gas to flow into the foundry.
4.  Press the ignition button (F) and the gas should ignite.
5. Use a long multi-purpose (extended) lighter as an alternative ignition source.
6.  Stand to one side of the foundry, away from the lid (B) in case there is an explosion.
7.  Place the lighter slightly into the access opening (A) and ignite.
8.  Turn the gas on and wait for the gas to ignite.
9.  Adjust the pressure regulator knob to increase or decrease the heat level.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1.  Maintain the tool with care. A tool in good condition is efficient, easier to control and will have fewer problems.
2.  Inspect the tool components periodically. Repair or replace damaged or worn components. Only use identical replacement parts when servicing.
3.  Only use accessories intended for use with this tool.
4.  Have a qualified service technician inspect the foundry before use.
5.  Keep control compartments, burners and air passageways clean.
6.  Maintain the tool’s labels and name plates. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Princess Auto Ltd. for replacements.
   WARNING! Only qualified service personnel should repair the tool. An improperly repaired tool may present a hazard to the user and/or others.

DISPOSAL
Recycle a tool damaged beyond repair at the appropriate facility.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Visit a Princess Auto Ltd. location for a solution if the tool does not function properly or parts are missing. If unable to do so, have a qualified technician service the tool.

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