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Troubleshooting tips
The Kurt 3600-Series vise will operate mostly trouble free for
many years. If properly maintained, this product is indestructible.
In some cases it will be necessary to troubleshoot. Use the infor-
mation below to help in the process.
Problem: My vise turns hard.
Tip: As a new vise the brush seal could be stiff. Allow for break
in of vise.
Tip: As a used vise, it could be filed with chips and threads could
be jammed. Properly clean and grease vise.
Problem: The collar comes off.
Tip: Retighten the four SHCS that hold it on. Proper adjust-
ments need to be made. See the 3-6 month maintenance schedule.
Problem: The handle support is loose or comes off.
Tip: You may need a new retaining ring. This support will float,
this is normal. Install a new snap ring if needed.
Problem: My vise will not turn in either direction.
Tip: The vise is jammed with debris. Disassemble and clean as
needed.
Problem: My vise won't hold tolerance.
Tip: You may be experiencing jaw lift from clamping too high or
on one side of the jaw. Lower the part in the vise jaw and clamp
more material.
Problem: My vise won't clamp pneumatically.
Tip: Check pressure setting and valve position.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Kurt vise. You have just pur-
chased one of the best machine vises in the industry. The Ver-
satile Lock 3600-Series AngLock vise has a time proven de-
sign. The outstanding accuracy of this product is second to
none. Backed by a lifetime warranty, this product will last
forever when used and maintained properly.
The original Kurt Anglock vises are designed for precision
clamping. The "Pull-type" action of the 3600 Versatile Lock de-
sign reduces jaw stationary deflection by at least 80%. This vise
has a one-piece body and stationary jaw design which reduce
weight and increases strength while providing .0005 clamping
repeatability. It offers ultra-high precision through many impor-
tant features. Features include: Ground sides that allow side
mounting, upright and back to back mounting, using the body
through holes allows side by side mounting.
With twelve different models ranging from standard lengths to
short lengths, forward to reverse and hydraulic to air this series of
vises are truly versatile. The short reverse configuration has the
added benefit of easier programming by reducing the "reach-
over" distance in the "Y" axis. This makes it safer and easier for
the operator.
The patented Anglock design allows the movable jaw to advance
in such a way that each pound of force forward induces a ½
pound force downward which minimizes the jaw lift and in-
creases accuracy. This combined with the needle bearings in-
creases jaw clamping pressure. Other features include: 80,000 psi
ductile iron body, hardened vise bed & jaw plates, semi-hard steel
screw.
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