View source for Bulk Abrasive Hopper (OMAX Maxiem 1515)

== Safety ==
{{PictogramExplanation|hazard-general|Garnet Bags Are Heavy|Each bag of garnet weighs 25 kg. Take care when lifting and moving the bags. Only lift or move the bags if you have completed manual handling training and perform a risk assessment before starting work. }}
== Refilling the Bulk Abrasive Hopper ==
Garnet stock is stored on a pallet in the multi-purpose storage room near the SEE Building Goods In. Please ask a member of technical staff to get more from the store room when it's needed. 

* Turn OFF compressed air supply ('''AIR IN''') at the hopper.
* Ensure the lid is on the hopper. 
* OPEN the '''DUMP VALVE'''. Wait for the container to de-pressurise.
* CLOSE the '''DUMP VALVE'''.
* Remove the lid.
* Add a container of abrasive (or more if required) ensuring that no foreign material is introduced to the hopper – this will block the nozzle.
* Clean the mating surfaces of the seal.
* Pull up on the seal T-handle and hold it in place.
* Turn ON the compressed air supply ('''AIR IN''') at the hopper.
* Once the seal holds itself in place, replace the lid.

== Ordering Garnet ==
A metric ton of garnet costs around £450 + VAT and delivery and can be ordered from [https://www.aquajet.co.uk/ Aquajet in Chorley]. We use 80-mesh garnet.

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