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M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Operating manual Version 1.1.0 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Keep for future reference! 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG...
4.2.1 Control panel ......................31 4.2.2 Control panel hydraulics ................... 32 4.2.3 Control elements ....................... 32 Inserting the work piece ....................... 34 4.3.1 Turn saw bow ......................34 Page 2 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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7.3.2 Ersatzteilliste - Spare parts list - S300 VG ..............53 Abnomalties Appendix Copyright ..........................61 Terminology/Glossary ......................61 Warranty ..........................62 Product follow-up ........................63 EC Declaration of Conformity ....................64 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 3...
If you are not able to solve a problem using this manual, please do not hesitate to contact us for further professional advice: OPTIMUM Maschinen GmbH Dr. Robert-Pfleger-Str. 26 D- 96103 Hallstadt Page 4 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
In case of certain dangers, we replace the ideogram by general dan- with a warning injuries of hazardous rotating parts. ger, hands, electrical volt- age, 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 5...
If the metal belt saw is used in any way other than prescribed above, modified without autoriza- use! tion of Optimum Maschinen GmbH, then the metal belt saw is being used improperly. We do not take liability for damage caused through improper use.
All additional installations carried out by the operator must incorporate the safety devices prescribed. This is your responsibility being the operator! “Safety devices“ on page 9 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 7...
• Electrical parts or operating agents: shall only be performed by an electrician or under the qualification guidance and supervision of an electrician. Page 8 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
V-belt (cover variator) to switch the speed of the saw blade, • position switch for the saw blade tension, • protective covers of the saw blade guide. 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 9...
Danger of injury! The teeth of the saw blade are sharp. Take great care when opening the pro- tective cover to change the saw blade. Close and mount all protective covers before restarting the metal belt saw. Page 10 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
Use the following table to organize the checks. General checks equipment check protective covers fitted, firmly bolted and not damaged labels, markings installed and legible Date: Checked by (signature): 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 11...
Use protective gloves when lifting or handling pieces with sharp edges. Wear safety shoes when fitting, dismanteling or transporting heavy components. Page 12 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
Observe the regulations for the prevention of accidents issued by your association for the prevention of occupational accidents and safety in the workplace or other inspection authorities. Fasten the loads properly. Do not walk under lifted loads! 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 13...
Check if they are working properly! 1.10 Accident report Inform your superiors and Optimum Maschinen GmbH immediately in case of accidents, possi- ble sources of danger and any action which almost lead to and accident „near misses“. „Near misses“ may have many possible causes.
25 ~ 100 for a connection of ~ 60Hz - [m/min] infinitely 30 ~ 120 Environmental conditions temperature 5°-35 °C humidity 25 - 80 % 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 15...
Store packaged or unpacked parts only under the following external conditions “Environmental conditions“ on page 15 Consult Optimum Maschinen GmbH if the metal belt saw and accessories have to be stored for a period of over three months or under different ambience conditions to those given here.
Fasten the machine substructure to the machine foundation when the metal belt saw is being connected to the power supply stationary. 3.5.3 Installation of the motor Illustr. 3-3: Fix the motor plate. Illustr. 3-4: Fix the clamp. Page 20 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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Illustr. 3-7: Tighten the motor screws (4 pcs.). Illustr. 3-8: Fix the motor screws (4 pcs.). Illustr. 3-9: Mount the rear protecting cover . Illustr. 3-10: Fit the screws (2 pcs). 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 21...
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Illustr. 3-13: Adjust the distance between the motor Illustr. 3-14: and the rear protective cover. Illustr. 3-15: Tighten the fixing screws after having Illustr. 3-16: Distance adjusted the distance. Page 22 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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Illustr. 3-19: Mount and tighten the safety screw. Illustr. 3-20: Mount the ring of the motor shaft. Illustr. 3-21: Fit the feather key. Illustr. 3-22: Mount the variator. 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 23...
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M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Illustr. 3-23: Tighten the screw Illustr. 3-24: Illustr. 3-25: Place the V-belt. Illustr. 3-26: Illustr. 3-27: Illustr. 3-28: V-belt installed. Page 24 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Illustr. 3-29: Install the protective cover in the front. Illustr. 3-30: Illustr. 3-31: Illustr. 3-32: Illustr. 3-33: Illustr. 3-34: 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 25...
Illustr. 3-36: Protective cover installed. Illustr. 3-37: Turn right to increase the speed rate. Illustr. 3-38: Turn left to decrease the speed rate. 3.5.4 Installation plan Page 26 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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Illustr.3-40: depth stop Skirtboard for chips guideway machine vice Put the skirtboard for chips on the guideway of the machine vice, see Illustr.3-40: “depth stop“ on page 27. 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 27...
Control the direction of the sawteeth. The sawteeth must point to the drive engine. Running direction of the saw blade The running direction of the saw blade is counter-clockwise. Page 28 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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“Adjusting the tension of the saw blade“ on page 47 Oil level of the gear Control the oil level. “gear“ on page 46 Coolant Fill in coolant. “liquid cooling system“ on page 49 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 29...
Staff and equipment may be endangered if the metal belt saw is first used by untrained personnel. We do not take any liability for damages caused by incorrect commissioning. Page 30 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
Digital display of the speed of the saw blade • “Control panel on the metal belt saw“ on page 31 Operation lamp • “Control panel on the metal belt saw“ on page 31 Page 32 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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Scale for adjusting the the cutting angle Illustr.4-7: “angle cut - 60°“ on page 35 Scale for the depth stop Illustr.3-40: “depth stop“ on page 27 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 33...
Turn the saw bow to the required cutting position. The scale to adjust the angle is on the bearing support. Secure the adjustment with the clamping lever. clamping lever Illustr.4-6: slewing range Page 34 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
When the material is completely cut, the metal belt saw is automatically switched off by the depth stop switch. They are then also positioned on the mechanical depth stop. 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 35...
Illustr.4-9: variator Use the recommended guide numbers. Use the recommended number of teeth per inch depending on the material to be cut (exchange of the saw blade). Page 36 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
Reduce the feed and / or the speed of the saw blade. Gathered, silver and warm chips. • Optimum feed and speed of the saw blade. Coolant appliance ATTENTION! Failure of the pump in the event of a dry run. The pump is lubricated by the cooling agent.
M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y General information concerning saw blades In order to achieve an optimum service life with a new saw blade, it is necessary to put the saw blade carefully into service.
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2 - 3 2 - 3 1,33 - 2 0,75 - 2 - 3 1,33 - 2 1,25 0,75 - 0,75 - 1,33 - 2 1,25 1,25 Page 40 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
The groups of teeth which are repeating throughout the band length show one or more straight teeth whereas the other teeth are sets of cut teeth right / left. 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 41...
• the quality of the products you manufacture. Installations and equipment for other manufacturers must also be in optimum condition. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Make sure that liquids and oils are not spilt on the ground.
Illustr.6-2: end position saw arch at the beginning of every shift “Safety check“ on page 11 after each main- tenance or repair work 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 43...
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Illustr.6-4: right hand saw blade guidance Page 44 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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Illustr.6-5: right hand saw blade guidance, rear 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 45...
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INFORMATION Run the metal belt saw a few minutes before you start the oil change. The oil warms up and flows more easily through the outlet. Page 46 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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Illustr.6-8: saw blade pulley 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 47...
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Close the saw blade housing. Proceed a trial run. Remount all the protective covers. ATTENTION! In order to achieve an optimum service life of the new saw blade, it is necessary to care- fully run in the saw blade. “General information concerning saw blades“...
Illustr.6-10: coolant container Repair For any repair work, get assistance from an employee of Optimum Maschinen GmbH’s techni- cal service or send us the metal belt saw. If the repairs are carried out by qualified technical staff, they must follow the indications given in this manual.
OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG Zeichnung - Explosion drawing - S300 VG 5.2.08 S:\Betriebsanleitungen\saws\S300VG\S300VG_parts\S300VG_parts.fm...
OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Zeichnung - Explosion drawing - S300 VG 5.2.08 S:\Betriebsanleitungen\saws\S300VG\S300VG_parts\S300VG_parts.fm...
OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Zeichnung - Explosion drawing - S300 VG 5.2.08 S:\Betriebsanleitungen\saws\S300VG\S300VG_parts\S300VG_parts.fm...
OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.3.1 Schaltplan - Wiring diagram - S300 VG 7.3.2 Ersatzteilliste - Spare parts list - S300 VG Menge Grösse...
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OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Menge Grösse Artikelnummer Bezeichnung Designation Qty. Size Item no. Hydraulikzylinder Hydraulic cylinder 0329030021 0329030022 Sägebandeinstellung Blade Adjustable...
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OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Menge Grösse Artikelnummer Bezeichnung Designation Qty. Size Item no. Schraube Hex. Socket Head Screw M8x25 Bandabdeckung...
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OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Menge Grösse Artikelnummer Bezeichnung Designation Qty. Size Item no. Schraube Hex. Socket Head Screw M10x20 Schraube...
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OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Menge Grösse Artikelnummer Bezeichnung Designation Qty. Size Item no. Seitenfuss Side Leg 03290300290 Scheibe Washer Schraube Hex.
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OPTIMUM Ersatzteile - Spare parts S300 VG M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Menge Grösse Artikelnummer Bezeichnung Designation Qty. Size Item no. Schraube Hex. Head Screw M8x15 Mutter Schraube Hex.
• saw blade guide badly set, dis- • readjust, exchange bearings, tance between the lateral bear- adjust clearance to the saw blade ings more than 0.025mm 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 59...
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Saw blade twisted • tension of saw blade too high • reduce tension of saw blade • wrong saw blade guidance • adjust saw blade guidance Page 60 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
• reduction gear from the drive motor to the pulley for V-belt cutting speed • speed of the saw blade drive motor • engine 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 61...
M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Warranty Within the term of warranty, the company Optimum warrants for a perfect quality of its products and will reimburse any cost for overhaul or exchange of defective parts in case of construction error, fault in material and / or defect of fabrication.
16 A. Kilian Stürmer Thomas Collrep (Manager) (Manager) Hallstadt - 14.01.2008 Page 64 Metal belt saw Opti S 300 VG Version 1.1.0 5 February 2008...
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Safety devices..........9 Safety warnings..........5 Schaltplan ............53 Technical Data Emissions ..........16 Operation agents ........16 Power connection ........15 Warning notes ..........5 5 February 2008 Version 1.1.0 Opti S 300 VG Metal belt saw Page 66...
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The metal belt saws at a glance Optimum metal belt saws Model S 100 G S 130 GH S 181 G Cutting range 90° 100 mm 128 mm 180 mm Round bars Cutting range 90° 100x150 mm 100x150 mm 180x240 mm / 65 x 300 mm Rectangular bars Cutting range 45°...
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quantum metal belt saws Model S 91 G S 121 G S 181 Cutting range 90° 90 mm 115 mm 178 mm Round bars Cutting range 90° 90x130 mm 100x150 mm 178x240 mm / 50 x 300 mm Rectangular bars Cutting range 45°...
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