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012457EN Operating Instruction Booklet Pneumatic Screwdriver 346-138U 396188 A 346-238U 396188 B 346-738U 396188 C 346-338U 396188 D 346-438U 396188 E MINIMAT...
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We kindly ask that you read these operating instructions carefully so that you will be able to use this tool safely and for many years to come. If you need additional information, please contact your DEPRAG Representative, one of our international support offices or us direct at DEPRAG.
Safety Tips General Safety Tips Before operating tool make sure to carefully read and observe this operating instruction. Generally, the operator of the equipment and/or machinery is responsible for the equipment’s perfect condition and operation, while observing all necessary safety regulations. The equipment and/or machinery has been constructed in accordance with the newest level of technology while recognizing all necessary safety-related requirements.
General Safety Tips for Pneumatic Screwdriver Spindles · Disconnect the tool from the air supply, when changing bits or when readjusting clutch. · Do not wear wide clothing or jewelry, for they can be seized by movable parts. Wear a hairnet if operator has long hair. ·...
Owner Obligation The owner is obliged to only let persons operate the equipment, who · are familiar with basic work environment safety rules and accident- preventing regulations. Also, those persons must have been instructed in the correct use of the equipment. ·...
Symbol Description Read and observe the Operating Instruction Booklet, prior to and during operation of tool. DANGER Reference to an immediate danger to a person. May lead to serious injuries or even death, if unobserved! Properly recycle environmentally damaging grease, cooling agents or detergents.
Maintenance and repair on hydraulic and pneumatic equipment may only be performed by specially trained personnel! Disconnect equipment from air supply, prior to repair of pneumatic or hydraulic equipment. Provide regular preventive maintenance on hoses and airlines. Exchange hose lines, even if there is no visible damage! (Observe corresponding requirements of the manufacturer!) After repair and maintenance, check the following items: ·...
Designated Equipment Use DEPRAG MICROMAT / MINIMAT-Screwdrivers of straight shape are used for manual torque-controlled assemblies, preferably for vertical applications. Installation · Blow out air line and pressure hose, prior to connection it to the tool. · Make sure, that all air lines have a sufficient cross-section (see technical data) and hoses must be free of bends and kinks.
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OUR RECOMMENDATION: The preferred lubricating method for the screwdriver spindles mounted in fixtures, brackets, machines, etc., each in connection with a controller, is method b) with Point-of-Use Oiler. · Check pressure at directly on the machine. The Regulator needs to be adjusted to an airflow between 5.0 (71 PSI) and 6.3 bar (90 PSI).
If necessary, exchange clutch spring. The required torque adjustment can be checked, using a DEPRAG Torque Wrench or Dynamometer (see DEPRAG catalogs D 3020 and D 3022). This equipment can also be used to re-adjust the torque of the Screwdriver.
Use the screwdriver 346-338U and 346-438U only with handle or parallelogram stand. Range and Exchange of Clutch Spring The torque range of the DEPRAG Screwdriver is adjustable. Please see a listing for the torque ranges of the color-coded springs below. Type 346-138U, 346-238U and 346-738U Torque Range of the individual clutch spring: "...
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Exchange clutch spring and reassemble clutch in reverse order. Insert clutch into the clutch bearing and tighten clutch bearing complete with spring sleeve to the DEPRAG-Screwdriver (left-hand thread). Attention: The claw of the clutch must engage with the claw of the spindle (in clutch bearing ).
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adjustment nut clutch spring hex of the clutch shaft Picture: Exchange of clutch spring – screwdriver type 346-3/438U (clutch 396030 B) An external torque adjustment of the clutch is again possible (see section Torque Adjustment). Make sure to screw adjustment (adjusting) nut onto clutch bearing until one line of the thread is visible.
Torque Adjustment For an external torque adjustment use the following steps: Disconnect screwdriver from air supply For screwdriver version 346-1/2/738U (clutch 389748 B/D): Insert the supplied hand screwdriver 326240 through the slot on the motor housing into the half-round bore of the lock ring. For screwdriver version 346-3/438U (clutch 396030 B): Push the sup- plied adjustment wrench 337691 through the slot on the motor housing into the bore of the adjustment nut.
Handling The operation of the DEPRAG MINIMAT-Screwdriver is very simple. Grip the Screwdriver as illustrated on the picture “Connection of a DEPRAG MINIMAT- Screwdriver”. As soon as you put the bit onto the screw and slightly push the screwdriver down, it will start running. After reaching the preset torque, the automatic clutch will disengage and turn off the Screwdriver.
After repair or maintenance, verify that equipment runs to specification! Principally, use only DEPRAG original spare parts. Otherwise, a reduction in equipment power-output and an increased maintenance-requirement occurs. If NON-DEPRAG parts are installed, DEPRAG is justified to void any existing warranty and liability obligations. Attention:...
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Press the two ball bearings from the bearing covers. Minimum vanes width should be 8 mm. Assembly: Use the DEPRAG Grease 807293 (100-g tube) to grease the ball bearing, needle bearing and gearing parts prior to reassembly. For assembly proceed logically in reverse order with reference to disassem-...
6 months (single shift). · Exchange broken or worn inserting tools immediately, for they can cause injury to the Operator. · If tool malfunctions, we recommend to send the machine to DEPRAG. Wear Parts UANTITY Silencer...
Maintain air pressure of 90 PSI shut-off or for required torque ratchets value Valve Pin is too long Check length of valve pin, either shorten or replace valve pin (picture: Actual Size of Valve Pin) If necessary, please send tool to DEPRAG for service.
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Type 346-138U, 346-238U and 346-738U Type 346-338U and 346-438U Picture: Actual Size of Valve Pin Attention: When connecting to compressed air supply valve pin may be catapulted out which may cause serious injuries. When verifying the actual size of the valve pin, make sure N O T to hold the screwdriver directed towards yourself or any other person.
Delivery Capacity Please check the delivery capacity in regards to its completeness. UANTITY Operating Instruction Booklet 012457EN Screwdriver 396188 A/B/C/D/E Spanner AF 11 805491 (only for type 346-3/438U) Spanner AF 19 800409 (only for type 346-3/438U) Adjustment wrench 337691 (only for type 346-3/438U) Hand screwdriver 326240 (only for type 346-1/2/738U) Quick release coupling...
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· in our brochure D 3320 E or · on the internet as follows: ® Screwdriving www.deprag.com Technology® Selection program: Inserting tools Assembly of exhaust hose 398703 A A complete exhaust hose # 398703 A is available as an optional item. Please mount exhaust hose as follows: Disconnect the screwdriver from air supply.
Assembly of support ring 398704 A For better driver support and to allow an increased down-pressure force, the support ring may be installed as follows: Disconnect the screwdriver from air supply. Unscrew the complete clutch bearing (left-hand thread). Remove the o-ring from the clutch bearing. Assemble the supplied o-ring 824932 into the groove of the support ring.
13 Disposal Unused machines should be stored in a dry, locked area. Disassemble the machine for the required disposal complete. Observe local and environmental regulations for the separation and recycling of materials. Recycle waste oil to avoid environmental contamination! Waste Oil...
14 Conformity Declaration EC-Conformity Declaration according to the EC-Machine-Guidelines 98/37/EC, Amendment IIA DEPRAG SCHULZ GMBH & CO. PO Box 1352 D-92203 Amberg hereby confirm, that the design of the screwdriver 346-138U 346-238U 346-738U 346-338U 346-438U conforms to the following, relevant regulation: EC-Machine-Guidelines, Version 98/37/EC, Amendment No.
15 Service Locations and Authorized Partners ALGERIA CZECHIA/SLOWAKIA GREAT BRITAIN EP-Technology Trading S.U.A.R.L. DEPRAG CZ a.s. DEPRAG Ltd. 29 Rue Ahmed Tlili - ZI Borj Cedria ul. T.G. Masaryka 113 Unit B4, Pegasus Court TN-2055 Bir el Bey Tunis - Tunisia CZ -50781 Lázně...
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