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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 Magnetic drilling & tapping machine Model Number Element 75/1T, Element 75/3T This machine (Serial Number ......) is CE approved. Rotabroach Ltd Burgess Road Sheffield, South Yorkshire United Kingdom S9 3WD Tel: +44 (0) 114 2212 510 Fax: +44 (0) 114 2212 563 Email: info@rotabroach.co.uk...
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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 Thank you for purchasing our Element 75 magnetic drill. We would really like your feedback on the machine. Other products by Rotabroach: Thank you for your purchase of our product.
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 CONTENTS OF THE MANUAL Page Intended use General safety rules Information plate symbols Specification Operational safety procedures Operating instructions Control panel operation Tapping function Gear selection Magnet detection Extension cable selection Mounting of cutters...
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 1) INTENDED USE The intended use of this magnetic drill is to drill holes in ferrous metals. The magnet is used to hold the drill in place whilst the drill is functioning. It is designed for use in fabrication, construction, railways, petrochemical and any other applications when drilling ferrous metal.
24. The use of any accessory or attachment, other than ones recommended in this instruction manual, may present a risk of personal injury. 25. Have your machine repaired by a qualified Rotabroach technician. This electric tool complies with the relevant safety rules. Qualified persons using original spare parts should only carry out repairs otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 4) SPECIFICATION Maximum hole cutting capacity in .2/.3C steel = 75mm dia. x 75mm deep Arbor bore = MT3. Motor Unit Voltages 110V 50-60Hz 230V 50-60Hz Normal full load 18.0 A 1800 W 8.6 A...
Apply a small amount of light oil lubricant regularly to the slide. Cutter breakage is usually caused by insecure anchorage or a loosely fitting slide (Refer to routine maintenance instructions). Only use approved cutting fluid. Rotabroach cutting fluid has been specially formulated to maximise the cutters performance.
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 7) CONTROL PANEL OPERATION CutSmart™ Technology CutSmart™ Technology Designed for you to get the most out of your machine and your cutters. CutSmart has an easy to read panel that indicates when you are drilling with too much force, which will damage the machine and the cutters.
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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 8) TAPPING FUNCTION 1. Ensure power to the machine, red LED will illuminate (1). 2. Press the magnet switch on to engage the magnet. The LED will light up in either green or red (3).
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 9) GEAR SELECTION The Element 75 magnetic drill is fitted with a 2 speed gearbox. The gear is used to reduce the output speed when using larger cutters. Slide Selector Position Speed Controller Setting...
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 11) EXTENSION CABLE SELECTION The machines are factory fitted with a 3 metre length of cable having three conductors 2.5mm² LIVE, NEUTRAL and EARTH. If it becomes necessary to fit an extension cable from the power source, care must be taken in using a cable of adequate capacity.
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 14) REMEDIES FOR HOLE MAKING PROBLEMS Problem Cause Remedy 1) Magnetic base won’t Material being cut may be too thin for efficient holding. Attach an additional piece of metal under the magnet, or hold effectively mechanically clamp magnetic base to work-piece.
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 15) WIRING DIAGRAM Function Wire Colour Mains Live Input Brown Speed controller module Lead wire White Speed controller module Lead wire Mains Neutral Input Blue Magnet Positive Output 230V Red,110V Blue Magnet Negative Output...
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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 Function Wire Colour Motor 'Reverse' Switch 0V White Motor 'Reverse' Switch +5V White Motor 'Forward' Switch 0V White Motor 'Forward' Switch +5V White Magnet Switch 0V White Magnet Switch +5V White Magnet 'ON' LED +5V...
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 PARTS LIST Item# Rotabroach P/N Description Qty/pcs RDA4201 Screw M4×14 Button Head RDC4004 Screw M4×8 Button Head RDD4014 Element 75 Guard RDD4015 Slide channel RDA4201 Screw M5×12 CSK HD RD45607 M5 CSK Washer...
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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 Item# Rotabroach P/N Description Qty/pcs RDA4071 Screw M4×22 RDA4070 Cable clamp RD4068 M4 nut RD4069 M4 Washer RD45604 Earth label RDD4103 Left side panel RDD4104 Capstan arm RDD4105 Capstan Hub RDD4106 Intermediate gear shaft RDD4107 Screw M5×8 CAP HD...
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 17) EXPLODED VIEW OF MOTOR AND GEARBOX...
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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 PARTS LIST Item# Rotabroach P/N Description Qty/pcs Motor assembly-230V RDD4018 Motor assembly-110V RDD4019 Circlip RDD4020 RDD4021 Oil seal washer Arbor spindle RDD4022 Key steel RDD4023 Rolling bearing 6006 RDD4024 Gear box RDD4025 RD45614...
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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 Item# Rotabroach P/N Description Qty/pcs Field coil-230V RDD4054 8.38 RDD4055 Field coil-110V 8.39 Lead wire RDD4056 8.40 Lead wire RDD4057 8.41 RDD4058 Motor housing 8.42 RDA4021 Screw M4×8 Button Head RDD4059 Brush-230V 8.43...
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 18) CONTROL PANEL AND PARTS LIST Item# Rotabroach P/N Description Qty/pcs RDA4051 Green Motor Switch RDC4090 Blue Motor Switch-Tapping RDC4091 Magnet Switch RDC4092 Red LED RDC4093 Green LED RDA4036 Screw M3×12 BTTN HD...
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 19) PIPE ADAPTOR KIT RD2311 FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Dependent upon the size of the pipe to be cut (see illustrations) attach adjustable angle plates RD3328 with cap screws RD4325 and washers RD4205 (4 off each) to the magnet sides. Do not tighten.
Original Instructions Aug 2016 21) MAINTENANCE In order to ‘get the best life’ out of your Rotabroach machine always keep it in good working order. A number of items must always be checked on Rotabroach machines. Always before starting any job make sure the machine is in good working order and that there are no damaged or loose parts.
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Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 2. Now lower the slide back to its lowest position. Bring the slide into the center of the dovetail slide housing and loosen screws thus allowing free movement of the arbor support bracket.
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 22) TROUBLE SHOOTING Magnet and motor do not function - The magnet switch is not connected to the power supply - Damaged or defective wiring - Defective fuse - Defective magnet switch - Defective control unit...
Element 75 Manual Original Instructions Aug 2016 23) CUTTER SELECTION AND SPEEDS Material Material Hardness Cutter Mild and free cutting steels <900N/mm² RAP or RAPL Mild and free cutting steels <900N/mm² SRCV or SRCVL Steel angle and joists <900N/mm² RAP or RAPL Steel angle and joists <900N/mm²...
(or online registration) has been completed and returned to Rotabroach™ or its designated distributor within a period of (30) days from the purchase date. Failure to do so will void the warranty. If the stated is adhered to, Rotabroach™ will repair or replace (at its option) without charge any faulty items returned.
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