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PipeMan Products KWIK SNAP 2500 Owner's Manual

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Distributed By: PipeMan Products, Inc.
TF: 1-877-747-3626
Congratulations on your purchase of the Kwik Snap
2500. With proper use, this machine should afford you
years of service while saving you money.
familiarize yourself with the information in this manual
before using your Kwik Snap 2500 Cast Iron Pipe
Cutting Machine.
KWIK SNAP MODEL 2500 OWNER'S MANUAL V.3322-R1
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Model 2500
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  • Page 1 2500. With proper use, this machine should afford you years of service while saving you money. Please familiarize yourself with the information in this manual before using your Kwik Snap 2500 Cast Iron Pipe Cutting Machine. KWIK SNAP MODEL 2500 OWNER’S MANUAL V.3322-R1...

  • Page 2: Operator Safety Instructions

    Additional copies are available upon request to manufacturer or http://www.harrison-isi.com/downloads/hisi_kwiksnap2500manual.pdf Prior to attaching the Kwik Snap 2500 to an electrical power Inspect the Equipment source, check the movable parts for obstructions such as rags, packing remnants, etc.
  • Page 3 Operator Safety Instructions (continued) Proper grounding of the machine is essential to eliminate the Ground the Machine hazard of electrical shock to the operator. The machine is equipped with an approved three-prong plug for use with a properly grounded three-prong electrical cord and power source. Keep the work area adjacent to the machine clear of clutter to Keep Work Area Clean afford the operator unobstructed movement.
  • Page 4 Operator Safety Instructions (continued) Repair should be attempted only by authorized personnel. Disconnect Power Always disconnect power cord before making any adjustments Cord Prior to or servicing the machine. Do not jerk the power cord from the Servicing electrical receptacle to disconnect the unit. All visitors and bystanders should be kept a safe distance from Keep Visitors Away work area.
  • Page 5 2500 Basic Parts Identification DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO. Actuating Arm (Overarm Subassembly, Handle Tube) 3322-OA-51.0 Hand Trucking Handle (Top Plate Subassembly, Handle) 3322-TP-23.0 Safety Shield 3322-OA-1.5 Hold Down "Vees" 3322-OA-38.0 Cutting Chain Assembly 3322-SM-14.5 Power Indicator Lamp 3322-EB-6.5 Motor Control Switch 3322-EB-7.5 115 Volt Power Cord 3322-PI-1.5...
  • Page 6 2500 Basic Parts Identification (continued) DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO. Chain Cleat Assembly 3322-SM-1.5 KWIK SNAP MODEL 2500 OWNER’S MANUAL V.3322-R1...
  • Page 7 2500 Basic Parts Identification (continued) DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO. Hydraulic Pump Motor (Hydraulic Power Unit Subassembly) 3322-HP-8.5 KWIK SNAP MODEL 2500 OWNER’S MANUAL V.3322-R1...
  • Page 8 2500 Basic Parts Identification (continued) DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO. Snapping Mechanism Assembly 3322-SM-3.5 Snapping Mechanism Side Plates (Left & Right) 3322-SM-3.0 L/R Cam Pivot Pin 3322-SM-9.0 Anti-knuckle Device 3322-SM-24.0 Chain Ski 3322-SM4.0 KWIK SNAP MODEL 2500 OWNER’S MANUAL V.3322-R1...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    2500 Specifications Kwik Snap 2500 is shown here with short section of pipe for clarity. The Kwik Snap 2500 is designed to cut: Capacity Hubless Cast Iron Pipe: 1-1/2" through 6" Nominal Dia. Vitreous Clay Pipe: 4" Nominal Diameter Not suitable for cutting ductile iron.

  • Page 10: Preparing For Operation

    Preparing for Operation Operator should be thoroughly familiar with preceding NOTICE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before attempting to operate this equipment. Flip motor control switch on front panel to the "OFF" position before plugging the machine in. Make sure the cutting chain is free from entanglements with other hardware, i.e.
  • Page 11 Preparing for Operation (continued) With motor control switch in Inspect Cutter Wheels "OFF" position, inspect chain cutter wheels for excessive wear or inability to spin or rotate on pins. Replace or reverse worn cutting chain. Cutting chain life can often be effectively doubled reversing the chain as most...
  • Page 12 Cutting Pipe With actuating arm (overarm) Position Pipe on in fully upright position, pull Machine cutting chain toward rear of machine. Position pipe across chain snapping mechanism, with cutting chain behind pipe. If not using the optional tables with the machine, make sure that the pipe is supported level with the top of the machine.
  • Page 13 Cutting Pipe (continued) Immediately upon snapping Raise Actuating Arm (severing) the pipe, raise the actuating arm. This reverses the cutting chain tightening cycle. The pipe should be cut almost instantly upon cutting NOTICE chain being tensioned. If it does not, consult the Trouble Shooting Guide.
  • Page 14 Replacing the Cutting Chain The first step in any maintenance or repair procedure De-engergize Machine — 1. Turn the motor control 2. Disconnect the power switch to the"OFF" position. cord. Open Top Plate 1. Twist the Cam Latch at the 2.
  • Page 15 Replacing the Cutting Chain (Continued) Remove cotter pin from cam Remove the Cam Pivot pivot pin. Using a rod (approximately 1/4" in diameter and about 8" long, for example a Phillips screwdriver), push out the cam pivot pin. Using an 3/16" allen wrench, Remove the Chain Ski remove the socket head cap screws which hold the chain...
  • Page 16 Replacing the Cutting Chain (Continued) Grasp the cutting chain and Lift the Cutting Chain pull upward to lift the anti- Above the Snapping knuckle device other Mechanism Side attached items from between Plates the side plates of the snapping mechanism. Lift high enough for the pivot hole of the cam to clear the top of the snapping mechanism...
  • Page 17 Replacing the Cutting Chain (Continued) The cutting chain can now be Remove the Cutting removed for inspection and/or Chain replacement. While the cutting chain is removed from the machine, take this Inspect Assembly opportunity to inspect the anti-knuckle device and the cam pivot Components pin for excessive wear.
  • Page 18 Checking and Adding Hydraulic Fluid Open side door Check Oil Level inserting a 5/16" Allen wrench in the door latch and turning it turn counter-clockwise. Swing the door open. Locate the tube coming out of the bottom right hand side of the hydraulic pump reservoir.
  • Page 19 Checking and Adding Hydraulic Fluid (Continued) Unlatch the cam latch at the Adding Oil front of the machine and pivot the top open. Locate port labeled, "HYDRAULIC OIL FILL PORT" on the left hand side while facing the front of the machine. (See copy of placard below.) Open the spring cap.
  • Page 20 Shipping distances. For ease of local transport, the Kwik Snap 2500 can be pivoted The Kwik Snap 2500 back from the wheels and transported in a reclined position. May be Transported in...

  • Page 21: Shooting Guide

    Trouble Shooting Guide PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED REMEDY Hydraulic pump motor does 1. No power to plug. 1. Check power cord not run. 2. Motor starter and source. tripped. 2. Push motor control 3. Internal malfunction of switch all the way off, motor.
  • Page 22 Trouble Shooting Guide (Continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED REMEDY Oil leaks from machine. 1. Machine been 1. Put machine in upright tipped over improperly. position and check for (See transporting proper oil level. instruction.) 2. Replace o-rings with 90 2. O-rings between 4-way durameter (hardness) o- valve and pump head rings...

  • Page 23: Replacement Parts List

    Replacement Parts List The following parts are the ones which most commonly wear with use. Occasional replacement will be necessary. DESCRIPTION QTY/ASSY PART NO. Complete Cutting Chain Assembly 3322-SM-14.5 Hold Down "Vee" 3322-OA-38.0 Anti-projection Pad 3322-TP-12.5 Cutting Chain Spring 3322-SM-13.0 Cutting Chain Spring Retainer 3322-SM-15.0 Cutting Chain Cleat Assembly...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    Warranty The Kwik Snap 2500 is warranted against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty covers replacement or repair of defective parts for a period of a year (excluding hydraulic pump motor and electrical parts, which are warranted for a period of 90 days from the date of sale).
  • Page 25 Web: http://www.harrison-isi.com Identification Sticker When requesting information or parts for your Kwik Snap 2500, please reference the serial number shown on the identification sticker located on the inside of the door of the machine. KWIK SNAP MODEL 2500 OWNER’S MANUAL V.3322-R1...

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