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Operating Instructions & Spare Parts List
Manual # 108057
Re-Issued: September 7, 2006
TMC # 805
For Assistance Contact:
BETTCHER INDUSTRIES, INC.
P.O. Box 336
Vermilion, OH 44089
U.S.A.
Phone: 440-965-4422
800-321-8763
Fax:
440-328-4535
www.bettcher.com

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions & Spare Parts List Manual # 108057 Re-Issued: September 7, 2006 TMC # 805 For Assistance Contact: BETTCHER INDUSTRIES, INC. P.O. Box 336 Vermilion, OH 44089 U.S.A. Phone: 440-965-4422 800-321-8763 Fax: 440-328-4535 www.bettcher.com...
  • Page 2 No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Bettcher Industries, Inc. Written permission to reproduce in whole or part is herewith granted to the legal owners of the ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Machine Specifications SECTION 2.0 Designated Use 2.1 Warning 2.2 Recommended Operation SECTION 3.0 Function 3.1 Machine Function 3.2 Safety Recommendations & Warnings SECTION 4.0...
  • Page 4 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) SECTION 9.0 Maintenance 9.1 Daily/Periodic Checks 9.1.1 Blade Sharpness 9.1.2 Leak Tests 9.1.3 Lubrication 9.2 Adjustments 9.2.1 Finger Loop Post Screw Setting 9.2.2 Smoothness Adjustment 9.2.3...
  • Page 5 11.2 Small Power Cylinder Assembly 11.3 Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly 11.4 X-Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly 92 11.5 AirShirz® Magnum Exploded View 11.6 XX-Large Power Cylinder Assembly 11.7 Optional Equipment Available SECTION 12.0 About These Operating Instructions 12.1...
  • Page 6 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Page v...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    EN 31688 Acoustics ISO 3744 Noise Measurement EN 28662-1 Vibration Measurement ® In addition, the Bettcher AirShirz is also authorized by the USDA and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for use in federally inspected meat and poultry plants. Machine Specifications Power Unit 17 oz.

  • Page 8: Designated Use

    THE BLADES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR CUT RESISTANT ® GLOVES WHILE OPERATING THE AIRSHIRZ WARNING ® AIRSHIRZ MAGNUM AMPUTATION IS POSSIBLE THE BLADES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR METAL ® MESH CUT RESISTANT GLOVES WHILE OPERATING THE AIRSHIRZ M AGNUM Page 2...

  • Page 9: Recommended Operation

    Recommended Operation ® There is an assortment of accessories available from Bettcher Industries to adapt the AirShirz particular applications. Blade sets come standard in straight, curved, and ball-tip styles. Multiple blade configurations allow for a variety of poultry processing applications such as those listed on the following pages.
  • Page 10 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Recommended Operation (Continued) Straight Blades Part Description Typical Application Number 108498 1-3/8” Straight Blade Assembly (Serrated) *General Applications 108499 1-11/16” Straight Blade Assembly *General Applications 108539 2-1/2” Straight Blade Assembly (Serrated)
  • Page 11 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Recommended Operation (Continued) Gizzard Blades Part Description Typical Application Number 108146 4-1/4” Gizzard Blade Assembly Gizzard Open and Trim 108375 5-1/4” Gizzard Blade Assembly Gizzard Open and Trim Page 5...
  • Page 12 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Recommended Operation (Continued) Ball Tip Blades Part Description Typical Application Number 108209 3-1/4” Short Ball Tip Blade Assembly J-Cut Turkey Hens / Vent Opening 108055 4-1/4” Ball Tip Blade Assembly...
  • Page 13 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Recommended Operation (Continued) Low Profile Blades Part Description Typical Application Number 108496 2-1/2” Low Profile Straight Blade Assembly *General Applications 108475 4-1/4” Low Profile Straight Blade Assembly *General Applications...
  • Page 14 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Recommended Operation (Continued) Tabletop Blades Part Description Typical Application Number 108700 Micro-Serrated Tabletop Blade Assembly Fiberglass and Textiles 108505 Tabletop Blade Assembly Upholstery 108720 Kevlar® Tabletop Blade Assembly Kevlar® and Heavy Fabrics...
  • Page 15 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Recommended Operation (Continued) Curved Blades Part Description Typical Application Number 108054 4-1/4” Curved Blade Assembly *General Applications 108210 4-1/4” Evis Curved Blade Assembly *General Applications 103799 4-1/4” Reverse Curve Blade Assembly...
  • Page 16 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Recommended Operation (Continued) Neck Breaker Blades Part Description Typical Application Number 108170 Neck Breaker Blade Assembly Rework / Salvage Necks 108224 Neck Breaker Inverted Blade Assembly Rework / Salvage Necks...

  • Page 17: Function

    A return spring moves the finger loop outward to the "blades open" position, relieving the ® operator's finger muscles during this phase of the cutting cycle. Since the AirShirz gets its cutting power from the air line, the only force the operator feels during a cut is the force required to overcome the return spring.
  • Page 18 The blades are driven by linkages connecting them to the power cylinder. These linkages are ® driven with a lot of force. Care has been taken in the design of the AirShirz such that the operator's fingers will be safely away from any pinch points as long as the unit is held in the normal manner and operated with cover in place.

  • Page 19: Safety Features

    AIRSHIRZ MAGNUM AMPUTATION IS POSSIBLE THE BLADES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR METAL ® MESH CUT RESISTANT GLOVES WHILE OPERATING THE AIRSHIRZ M AGNUM WARNING ALWAYS CLOSE THE BLADES AND LOCK THE BLADE LATCH WHEN NOT IN USE SECTION 4.0 SAFETY FEATURES ®...

  • Page 20: Air Supply Quick Disconnect

    Then pull the finger loop fully inward and rotate the latch to the locked position. This is the normal rest position for handling the AirShirz®, i.e., Blades Closed - Latch Locked. Failure To Follow This Procedure Can Lead To Serious Injury.

  • Page 21: Fully Enclosed Finger Loop

    OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Blade Latch (Continued) WARNING ® LOCK BLADE LATCH WHENEVER THE AIRSHIRZ ARE NOT IN USE LOCK BLADE BEFORE RELEASING THE FINGER LOOP LATCH UNLOCKED LATCH LOCKED FIGURE #3 FIGURE #4...

  • Page 22: Ergonomics & Environment

    SECTION 5.0 ERGONOMICS & ENVIRONMENT ® The Bettcher AirShirz has been designed to provide scissor-like performance while allowing full control of the blades at all times. The ergonomic design is lightweight and balanced to fit comfortably in the worker's hand.

  • Page 23: Installation

    If the air supply does not already have a filter and pressure regulator, these items will need to be installed. If you purchased these items from Bettcher Industries, they will fit onto size 1/4 NPT pipe threads. The order of installation is very important. The air filter is installed upstream from the regulator and air gage as shown in the following illustrations.

  • Page 24: Configuration #2-Mount To Air Hose Or Pipe With Standard Quick Disconnect

    Apply a thread sealant to the male threads of the air supply line and mount the filter body directly onto the pipe. ® Turn on the air supply. The coupler is ready to use. (The AirShirz filter/ coupler shuts off automatically when it is disconnected from the power unit).

  • Page 25: Instructions For Operation

    This roller is visible at the top of the pocket in the power unit as shown. FIGURE #6 ROLLER WARNING ® NEVER LEAVE THE AIRSHIRZ WITH THE BLADES IN THE OPEN POSITION Page 19...

  • Page 26: Blade Installation Sequence

    AMPUTATION IS POSSIBLE THE BLADES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR METAL ® MESH CUT RESISTANT GLOVES WHILE OPERATING THE AIRSHIRZ M AGNUM • Check that the finger loop is in the "blades closed" position with the blade latch in the locked position.
  • Page 27 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 8.1.1 Blade Installation Sequence (Continued) • Confirm that the roller is at the top of the pocket. If not, it can be moved by pushing forward on the linkage at the power cylinder rod. (See Figure #10).
  • Page 28 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 8.1.1 Blade Installation Sequence (Continued) • Start the blade set over the pins and wiggle the blades slightly while pushing them into the power unit. FIGURE #12 • If the blade set does not drop fully into the pocket, it is because the slot in the movable blade is not exactly aligned with the roller.

  • Page 29: Blade Removal Sequence

    WARNING WEAR CUT RESISTANT GLOVES AND HANDLE THE BLADE SET WITH BLADES CLOSED WARNING ® AIRSHIRZ MAGNUM AMPUTATION IS POSSIBLE THE BLADES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR METAL ® MESH CUT RESISTANT GLOVES WHILE OPERATING THE AIRSHIRZ M AGNUM Page 23...
  • Page 30 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 8.1.2 Blade Removal Sequence (Continued) • Close the blades fully and lock the blade latch. Blades Closed Latch Locked FIGURE #15 • Disconnect the air line before proceeding. Press Tab...

  • Page 31: Microbreak Strap

    FIGURE #19 Microbreak Strap ® A MicroBreak Strap has been provided on the AirShirz power unit which allows the hand additional comfort. This strap is adjustable to the operator's hand. It is easily disengaged or removed at the snap buttons. The Top Snap Is Only Removed For Cleaning Or Replacement.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Microbreak Strap

    • Disconnect the strap at the bottom snap button. • Pick up the AirShirz® power unit with a gloved hand and grasp it as you intend to hold it during operation. The thumb is passing through the thumb hole. The hand is as far forward as it will go.

  • Page 33: Microbreak Strap Installation

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 8.2.3 MicroBreak Strap Installation • Put the top end of the strap, (end without the buckle), through the thumb hole, from the hand side of the power unit, such that the snaps are facing up.

  • Page 34: Operation And Product Handling

    AIRSHIRZ MAGNUM AMPUTATION IS POSSIBLE THE BLADES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR METAL ® MESH CUT RESISTANT GLOVES WHILE OPERATING THE AIRSHIRZ M AGNUM WARNING ® ALWAYS LEAVE THE AIRSHIRZ WITH BLADES CLOSED AND BLADE LATCH LOCKED WHEN NOT IN USE •...
  • Page 35 CAN RESULT IN PREMATURE FAILURE AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY • Connect the coiled tubing to the filter/coupler. • Put your hand in the AirShirz® and fasten the MicroBreak Strap. Do not unlock the blade latch at this time. • Position yourself at the work station and check that the coiled tubing is not tangled and is routed in such a way that it does not interfere with the cutting operation.

  • Page 36: Fault Detection & Correction

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Fault Detection & Correction BLADES NOT CLOSING FULLY HAVE BLADES BEEN SHARPENED BEYOND THEIR REPLACE USEFUL LIFE? MAXIMUM BLADES MATERIAL REMOVAL – 1/8" (8.3.2) (9.3.2) IS PRODUCT, OR OTHER...
  • Page 37 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Fault Detection & Correction (Continued) BLADES NOT OPENING FULLY TO 45 DEGREE ANGLE CHECK THAT BLADE IF FINGER LOOP STILL LATCH IS OPEN FULLY NOT OPENING FULLY, IS FINGER LOOP OPENING...
  • Page 38 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Fault Detection & Correction (Continued) FINGER LOOP STICKY, FEELS ADJUST SMOOTHNESS CONTROL ROUGH, OR WILL NOT OPEN FULLY (9.2.2) OR QUICKLY IF OK NOW, RETURN TO SERVICE CLEAN AND LUBRICATE...
  • Page 39 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 Fault Detection & Correction (Continued) Page 33...

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    Industries Model 212 EdgeKing Scissor Sharpener System. 9.1.2 Leak Tests ® A small amount of air leakage will not significantly affect the operation of the AirShirz ® However, large leaks will cause the AirShirz to operate at reduced power and speed. There are two simple tests that may be done.
  • Page 41 Disconnect the air supply and remove the blade set. ® Reconnect the air supply and operate the AirShirz while it is submerged in a pan of water. Observe around all the fitting connections, at the power cylinder rod and at the control valve rod.
  • Page 42 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.1.2.3 Power Cylinder Leak Disconnect the air supply and remove the blade set. Disconnect the front air tube to the power cylinder at the valve body. Use a screwdriver to pry the tube end over the barb of the fitting while pulling on the tubing with the other hand.

  • Page 43: Lubrication

    There should be no more than a few bubbles emerging anywhere. 9.1.3 Lubrication ® Most of the moving parts of the AirShirz are designed to operate without periodic lubrication. If dirt accumulation becomes a problem with some moving parts, clean them and reassemble them ®...
  • Page 44 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.1.3.1 Greasing the Drive Roller and Servo Link (Continued) • Hold the grease gun directly over the grease fitting, and push the cone tip of the gun tightly against the fitting •...

  • Page 45: Adjustments

    Disconnect the air supply line and squirt a few drops of light oil into the line with connector on it. ® (See Approved Oils below). Reconnect the air supply and operate the AirShirz about 10 times to work in the oil. This will flush out any gummy deposits forming in the valve.

  • Page 46: Smoothness Adjustment

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.2.1 Finger Loop Post Screw Setting (Continued) With your hand off the finger loop, slowly loosen the screw (counterclock-wise) until the finger loop just opens freely. There should be a slight bounce or "clunk" when the finger loop hits the stop.

  • Page 47: Stroke Adjustment

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.2.2 Smoothness Adjustment (Continued) Loosen 1 Turn FIGURE #29 Now, slowly rotate the fitting clockwise while operating the finger loop until operation just becomes smooth. (At this setting, the noise at the exhaust line also becomes loudest). The sound of the exhaust should be about equally loud when opening or closing the finger loop.
  • Page 48 Remove the blade set (reference Section 8.3.2). Open the cover and using a 9/16 inch open-end wrench, loosen the control valve lock nut about 3 turns. Then close cover. (NOTE: On the AirShirz® Magnum, it is necessary to remove the cover).

  • Page 49: Blade Sharpening And Maintenance

    Disconnect the air line. Open the cover and use a 9/16 inch open-end wrench to tighten the locknut against the frame. Close cover. On the AirShirz® Magnum, replace the cover. Recheck smoothness adjustment. Blade Sharpening and Maintenance This section does not apply to Neck Breaker or other special blade styles.

  • Page 50: Grinding The Blades

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.3.1 Steeling the Blades (Continued) FIGURE #32 FIGURE #33 Start with the throat of the blade placed near the tip of the steeling rod. Apply moderate pressure. Slide the blade toward you while sweeping the contact point outward such that the entire edge is worked in each stroke.
  • Page 51 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.3.2 Grinding the Blades (Continued) Blades which have a small gap at the tip often may be restored by grinding back the length of both blades up to the point of overlap (see Figure #34B). This procedure may be repeated until the blade length no longer suits the application.
  • Page 52 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.3.2 Grinding the Blades (Continued) FIGURE #35 Tabletop Blade Standard Blade Neck-Breaker Blade Edge Angle Edge Angle Edge Angle Support the blade with the edge at the proper angle against the grinding wheel. Use light pressure against the wheel.

  • Page 53: Checking Blade Sharpness

    A sharp blade set will be able to cut cleanly through a sheet of 8 mil (.2mm) thick latex without fold over (sold as "Dental Dam" from dental supply outlets or available from Bettcher Industries #108218). Check this cut when blades are closing slowly and then again, with blades closing fast.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Blade Nut

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.3.3 Checking Blade Sharpness (Continued) The recommended way to use the latex sheets is to tape the top edge to the edge of a shelf. Let the sheets drape down and make vertical cuts as shown.
  • Page 55 LOCKING THREAD THEREFORE IT SHOULD ALWAYS TURN WITH SOME RESISTANCE ® The AirShirz blades are designed to require more force to close them than hand scissors. This is normal and required for the blades to cut properly. PULL TO REMOVE SCREW...

  • Page 56: Replacing Blade Pivot Bushing

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.3.5 Replacing Blade Pivot Bushings Significant wear in any of the components usually indicates wear in mating components; therefore all the pivoting parts should be replaced at once. However, do not interchange blades from other blade sets.

  • Page 57: Assembly/Disassembly Procedures

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.3.5 Replacing Blade Pivot Bushings (Continued) WARNING WEAR CUT RESISTANT GLOVES ON BOTH HANDS ® Apply a light coating of Bettcher Max-Z-Lube to the mating surfaces of the blades near the pivot as shown in Figure #40.

  • Page 58: Cover Installation

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.1 Cover Removal (Continued) PIVOT SCREW FIGURE #41 9.4.2 Cover Installation Disconnect the air line. Lay the cover over the linkage in the closed position. Install the pivot screw and tighten firmly.

  • Page 59: Blade Latch Installation

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.4 Blade Latch Installation Disconnect the air line. Clean area around post and re-install latch ring with the projections at the top edge as shown in Figure #43. Rotate latch ring between the unlocked and locked positions. The tangs of the latch ring should engage the flats on the post to produce a "detent"...

  • Page 60: Connecting Master Link

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.6 Connecting Master Link Disconnect the air line. If needed, pull the control valve rod outward slightly. Rotate the finger loop until the free end of the master link engages the pin on the control valve rod.

  • Page 61: Servo Linkage Installation

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.7 Servo Linkage Removal (Continued) Remove the master link from the underside of the middle pin if it has not fallen off on its own. CAUTION IF IT IS NOT INTENDED THAT THE FINGER LOOP BE REMOVED AT THIS TIME BE SURE IT IS SEATED FULLY ONTO THE POST AND DO NOT DISTURB IT 9.4.8...
  • Page 62 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.8 Servo Linkage Installation (Continued) Lay the servo link assembly over the power unit and orient the links so their holes are aligned with their corresponding pins as shown in Figure #50. Push the links over the pins and post. Press down on the linkage to be sure it is seated fully onto the finger loop post.

  • Page 63: Finger Loop & Spring Removal

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.9 Finger Loop and Spring Removal Disconnect the air line. Remove blade latch. (Reference Section 9.4.3) Remove the servo linkage. (Reference Section 9.4.7) Place thumb of left hand over the return spring. With the other hand, rotate finger loop back and forth slightly while pulling it off the post.
  • Page 64 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.10 Finger Loop and Spring Installation (Continued) Inspect the post and the surface around it. If the coating is worn through to bare metal, the frame should be replaced.

  • Page 65: Drive Link Removal

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.10 Finger Loop and Spring Installation (Continued) Teflon® Washer Grease Grease FIGURE #54 • First, place the Teflon washer onto the post. Then place the finger loop onto the post, above the spring and rotate it fully counterclockwise until it is against the cover post (with blade latch removed).
  • Page 66 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.11 Drive Link Removal (Continued) Loosen the flat head screw. (see Figure #56 below). Flathead Screw Pivot Pin Drive Link FIGURE #56 Loosen the screw about 5 turns then tap the head of the screw with the handle of the screwdriver until the pin becomes loose.
  • Page 67 Drive Link Removal (Continued) ® Use a small screwdriver to remove the clevis screw. Turn the AirShirz over and use a small diameter rod or a paper clip to push or tap the clevis pin out. Move the power cylinder rod outward slightly and push aside the tubing as needed to gain access to the end of the clevis pin.

  • Page 68: Drive Link Installation

    (See Figure #59 above). ® Turn the AirShirz over so the threaded side of the drive link clevis is facing up. Position the clevis hole over the hole in the power cylinder rod and insert clevis pin. Wiggle the clevis while pushing on the pin until it slides in past the threads.

  • Page 69: Power Cylinder Removal

    Push the power cylinder rod to about its mid stroke position so the clevis screw on the drive link is ® accessible (see Figure #60). Remove the clevis screw. Turn the AirShirz over and use a small diameter rod or a paper clip to push the clevis pin out as shown.
  • Page 70 FIGURE #60 FIGURE #61 In like manner, remove the rear clevis screw and pin. (NOTE: These pins and screws are interchangeable, except on the AirShirz® Magnum). 9.4.13.1 Single Power Cylinder Disassembly & Repair *Items included in Power Cylinder Overhaul Kit...
  • Page 71 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.13.1 Single Power Cylinder Disassembly & Repair (Continued) Pull power cylinder rod fully outward and thoroughly clean its surface. Remove the four (4) flat head screws from the side of the power cylinder.
  • Page 72 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.13.1 Single Power Cylinder Disassembly & Repair (Continued) • The wiper should be replaced if it shows any signs of wear. A new wiper has a sharp front edge where it contacts the rod. Wear produces a widening band of contact at this edge.
  • Page 73 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.13.2 Single Power Cylinder Reassembly (See Fig. #62) If the rod was removed from the piston, reassemble them as follows: ® Clean rod surface thoroughly. Grease the rod with Bettcher Max-Z-Lube and slowly slide the threaded end into the base from the outside (wiper end).
  • Page 74 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.13.3 Dual Power Cylinder Disassembly and Repair (See Fig. #64) * Items Included in Cylinder Overhaul Kit FIGURE #64 (AirShirz® Magnum Power Cylinder Shown) Page 68...
  • Page 75 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.13.3 Dual Power Cylinder Disassembly and Repair (See Fig. #64) (Continued) Thoroughly clean the outside of the power cylinder. Be sure to work over a table to catch loose parts.
  • Page 76 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.13.3 Dual Power Cylinder Disassembly and Repair (See Fig. #64) (Continued) The rod bearing should be replaced if there is excessive side play in the rod, or if abrasive particles have become embedded.
  • Page 77 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.13.4 Dual Power Cylinder Reassembly (See Figure #64) If the rod was removed from the center plate, reassemble as follows: Remove both O-rings from their grooves in the center plate. Lubricate new O-rings and carefully install them in their grooves.

  • Page 78: Power Cylinder Installation

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.14 Power Cylinder Installation – All Models Disconnect the air line. Examine clevis bearings. If pins fit with more than .007 inch (.18mm) side play, bearings and pins should be replaced. Use a tool as described in Figure #66 below, to press out old bearings and install new bearings.

  • Page 79: Control Valve Removal

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.15 Control Valve Removal Disconnect the air line. Control Valve Seal Kit Control Valve Assembly Frame Locknut FIGURE #67 Remove blade set. (Reference Section 8.3.2) Disconnect master link (see Section 9.4.5).

  • Page 80: Control Valve Installation

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.16 Control Valve Installation (See Figure #67) Disconnect the air line. Examine the (5) O-rings on the valve body for nicks, cuts, or cracks. Replace any damaged O- ®...

  • Page 81: Rear Fitting Assembly Removal

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.17 Rear Fitting Assembly Removal Disconnect the air line. Rear Fitting Assembly Locknut Tubing with Swivel Fitting FIGURE #68 Remove tubing from barbed fitting (as shown in Figure 24).

  • Page 82: Air Line Coiled Tubing Replacement

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 9.4.19 Air Line Coiled Tubing Replacement Disconnect the air line. Pressure Inlet Air Inlet Water Water Collar Exhaust Pressure Inlet End of Collar Must Extend Slightly Beyond End of Barb...

  • Page 83: Air Line Filter Element Replacement

    9.4.20.1 Filter Element Replacement Disconnect the air line. Attach the filter gauge tool (108334) between the air supply line and the AirShirz® coiled tubing as shown in Figure #70A below. Check that the pressure is reading between 80 and 120 PSI (5.5 to 8.3 Bars).
  • Page 84 Washer Kit FIGURE #70B ® The in-line filter is located ahead of the quick connect coupling to the AirShirz coiled air line. Remove this section from the air line if it is on a quick connector, otherwise, SHUT OFF THE AIR TO THIS LINE AND BLEED OFF ALL PRESSURE BEFORE PROCEEDING.

  • Page 85: Removing Tubing From Barbed Fittings

    Take Care Not To Damage The Barb. SECTION 10.0 CLEANING ® The AirShirz is constructed of corrosion resistant, easily cleanable materials. The metallic parts are either stainless steel or aluminum with an anodize coating. The plastic parts are acetyl, nylon, polypropylene, nitrile, or polysulfone.
  • Page 86 WILL DESTROY THE FINISH AND CORRODE THE ALUMINUM PARTS ® Do not use water hotter than 70°C (160°F) as this will soften the tubing. Let the AirShirz cool to below 40°C (100°F) before using. Do not allow soapy water to get inside the air lines.
  • Page 87 8. To close the cover, pivot it back and lift the tab to allow it to slide over the top of the frame and snap into place. BETTCHER INDUSTRIES, INC. PROUDLY MANUFACTURES QUALITY PARTS FOR YOUR BETTCHER EQUIPMENT. FOR OPTIMUM...

  • Page 88: Spare Parts List

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 SECTION 11.0 SPARE PARTS LIST ® 11.1 Airshirz Exploded View Page 82...
  • Page 89 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.1 Airshirz Exploded View (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Frame Assembly – Black 108052 Frame Assembly – Blue 108549 Clip – Microbreak Strap 108134 Screw #8-32 x 3/16...
  • Page 90 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.1 Airshirz Exploded View (Continued) Page 84...
  • Page 91 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.1 Airshirz Exploded View (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Locknut 108156 Tubing, 1/8” I.D. x 1-7/8” Long 108103 Screw #8-32 x 7/16” Flat Head Self-Locking 108151 Flanged Pivot Bushing 108728 Drive Link Assembly Kit (Includes Item #13 and 2 pc.
  • Page 92 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.1 Airshirz Exploded View (Continued) Page 86...
  • Page 93 Filter Body (Includes Element) 108043 Filter Element (Inline) with Washer 108196 Connector, Female Line 108044 Twin Tubing Assembly – Black AirShirz 108221 (Includes Items 33, 35 and 36) Twin Tubing Assembly – Colored AirShirz 108595 (Includes Items 33, 35, and 36)

  • Page 94: Small Power Cylinder Assembly

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.2 Small Power Cylinder Assembly Page 88...
  • Page 95 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.2 Small Power Cylinder Assembly (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Small Power Cylinder Assembly 108263 Cylinder, Small 108262 Bearing, Power Cylinder Mounting 108742 Screw, #4-40 x5/16” Flat Self-Locking...

  • Page 96: Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.3 Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly Page 90...
  • Page 97 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.3 Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly 108788 Cylinder, Large, Heavy Duty 108786 Fitting- Swivel Elbow 125587...

  • Page 98: X-Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.4 X-Large Heavy duty Power Cylinder Assembly Page 92...
  • Page 99 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.4 X-Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number X-Large Heavy Duty Power Cylinder Assembly 108474 Cylinder (Black), X-Large 108472 Bearing, Power Cylinder Mounting 108742 Screw, #8-32 x 5/16”...

  • Page 100: Airshirz® Magnum Exploded View

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.5 AirShirz® Magnum Exploded View Page 94...
  • Page 101 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.5 AirShirz Magnum Exploded View (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Complete Power Unit with XX-Large Cylinder 108723 Plate – Shield 108516 Screw #8-32 x 3/16” 123250 Clip 108134 Tubing –...
  • Page 102 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.5 AirShirz Magnum Exploded View (Continued) Page 96...
  • Page 103 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.5 AirShirz Magnum Exploded View (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Frame Assembly 108732 Locknut, Control Valve 108156 Tubing –1/8” I.D. x 1” Long 108754 Fitting –Tube 108021...
  • Page 104 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.5 AirShirz Magnum Exploded View (Continued) Page 98...
  • Page 105 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 ® 11.5 AirShirz Magnum Exploded View (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Fitting – Large Tubing 101440 Twin Tubing Assembly (Includes Items 37, 38, & 39) 108221 Twin Tubing, Coiled...

  • Page 106: Xx-Large Power Cylinder Assembly

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.6 XX-Large Power Cylinder Assembly Page 100...
  • Page 107 ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.6 XX-Large Power Cylinder Assembly (Continued) Part Item Description Qty. Number Power Cylinder Assembly – XX-Large 108724 Cylinder, Front, XX-Large 108725 Ring – Wiper 108033 Bearing 108034 Seal – Rod Cylinder 122341 Screw #8-32 x 1-1/4”...

  • Page 108: Optional Equipment Available

    ® OPERATING BETTCHER AIRSHIRZ INSTRUCTIONS INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016 11.7 Optional Equipment Available (Order by Part Number) Part Number Description ® 184282 Bettcher Max-Z-Lube – 4 oz. Tube 113326 Grease Gun 103603 Food Grade Mineral Oil 108218 Kit-Latex Sheets...

  • Page 109: About These Operating Instructions

    AirShirz®. An offset, full finger loop is available (108304) for operators with small hands. A two-finger finger loop (108448) is available as an option for use where the full closed finger loop may get in the way on particular applications. The colored AirShirz® use a two-finger open loop as standard.

  • Page 110: Software And Duplication

    Vermilion, Ohio 44089 U.S.A. SECTION 13.0 CONTACT ADDRESSES AND PHONE For additional information, technical support and spare parts, contact your Local Representative, Distributor, or Bettcher Representative: Bettcher Industries, Inc. BETTCHER GmbH P.O. Box 336 Pilatusstrasse 4 Vermilion, Ohio 44089 CH-6036 Dierikon...

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