Ford simtap Instruction Manual

Ford simtap Instruction Manual

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08/2013
Web Revision 12/17/2015
Ford
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Drilling
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Summary of Contents for Ford simtap

  • Page 1 Section 08/2013 Web Revision 12/17/2015 Ford Ford Drilling Drilling Machines Machines Parts and Parts and Instruction Instruction Manual Manual...
  • Page 2 AB-2...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SIMTAP™ Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 The Ford SIMTAP™ Drilling Machine Operating and Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . 14 & 15 Warranty .
  • Page 4: Optional Items

    Information The Ford Model 77 Complete Drilling Machine Kit Includes: • The Drilling Machine (items 1 through 9A on page 5) • Flare Copper Thread Adapters for 3/4" and 1" Corporation Stops (item 10) • Two small adjustable open end wrenches (item 11) •...
  • Page 5: Dmo

    The Ford Model 77 Drilling Machine DRIllIng MAChIne KITS atalog esCriptioN < / > umber Dmo-Nl Model 77 Drilling Machine (items 1 through 8) (10 lb .) 1 - Handwheel and Dmo-1-9a-Nl Model 77 Drilling Machine including Boring Bars (items 1 through 9A) Feedscrew (DMHF) DmK-1-12a-Nl Model 77 Drilling Machine Kit Complete (items 1 through 12) (36 lb .)
  • Page 6: Optional Items For 1-1/4" Through 2" Drilling Requirements

    The Ford Drilling Machine, with its light-weight design and size, is ideal for making taps up to 1" . The Ford Drilling Machine can be adapted for 1-1/4", 1-1/2" and 2" taps . The following items will allow for occasional taps for 1-1/4", 1-1/2" and 2" . Please note the Ford Drilling Machine is not recommended for making routine taps larger than 1"...
  • Page 7: Cutting Tools

    The Ford Model 77 Drilling Machine Option Selection Charts: Cutting Tools, Adapters and Boring Bars CuTTIng TOOlS: To select a cutting tool, choose the proper column for type of water main . Select the nominal hole size . The proper cutting Cutting Tools tool catalog number is in the far left column .
  • Page 8: Ford Model 77 Operating Instructions

    Ford Model 77 Operating Instructions CAuTIOn: Always follow pipe manufacturer’s recommendations to protect from injury. Remove the Drilling Machine Carefully lower the Drill (DMD) from the Tool Box (DMTB) and until it touches the water main . lay it on a flat surface . Back the...
  • Page 9: Ford Model 77 Assembly Instructions For Shell Cutters

    Ford Model 77 Assembly Instructions for 1-1/4", 1-1/2" and 2" Shell Cutters For drilling Cast Iron, Ductile, PVC and A/C Pipe Insert the Boring Bar (DMBB-67) into the Drilling Machine (Fig . 1) . Select the Adapter (DMA) that matches the outlet threads of the Corporation Stop and attach it to the bottom of the Drilling Machine (Fig .
  • Page 10: Recommended Drill Sizes

    WARnIng: Some tapping machine adapters, furnished by the tapping machine manufacturers, are not threaded all the way to the bottom of the adapter . This can cause problems when installing Ford Pack Joint and Grip Joint style corporation stops . If your adapter is not threaded to the bottom, a free washer-type screw plug adapter is available from Ford .
  • Page 11: The Ford Simtap™ Drilling Machine Information

    WALT 36V Cordless Drill • WALT Automobile Battery Charger Ordering Information The Ford SIMTAP™ Drilling Machine complete kit includes items 1 through 11 on page 12 . Optional items and spare parts should be ordered separately, see pages 12 and 13 . AB-11...
  • Page 12: Simdmk

    SIMDMAW Adapter Wrench SIMDMPD 1/4" Coupon Retaining Pilot Bit SIMDMTB SIMTAP™ Drilling Machine Carrying Case *SIMDRIVe Simtap Drive Ring for use with 1-1/2" and 2" Hole Saws 11 - Adapter SIMCe1 1/2" Coupon Extractor SIMCe2 5/8" Coupon Extractor SIMDMhS-3 11/16" Hole Saw SIMDMhS-4 7/8"...
  • Page 13: Cutting Tools

    * For 2" Flare Copper, use the SIMTAP™ body without an adapter . The SIMTAP™ is compatible with all corporation stops complying with the AWWA C800 Standard . The SIMTAP™ also works on Ball Corporation Stops and most other valve types . Consult with factory for non-standard valve applications and adapter availability .
  • Page 14: The Ford Simtap™ Drilling Machine Operating And Assembly Instructions

    ● Remove the body from the case . The body is black in color and is identified by part number SIMDMB . The SIMTAP™ body serves a dual purpose . It is also the 2" Flare Copper Thread Adapter (item #1) .
  • Page 15 The Ford SIMTAP™ Drilling Machine Operating and Assembly Instructions Important Tips ● Maximum drill RPM is 650 . ● Do not use with a hammer drill or impact driver . ● Do not reverse the drill . Only rotate in a clockwise direction .
  • Page 16: Warranty

    Please note: Consult The Ford Meter Box Company, Inc . website (www .fordmeterbox .com) for the most recent catalog information . The Ford Meter Box Company considers the information in this catalog to be correct at the time of publication . Items and option availability, including specifications, are subject to change without notice .

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