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Kebby BenchMark Setup And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 BenchMark Repeatable Precision Bench Crimper...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ……………………………………………………………….………. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ………………………………………………………….. BenchMark FEATURES …………………………………………….……………. INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………………………….. 4-16 QUICK SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (AFTER INITIAL SETUP) ……….… 17-25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………………….…………… APPENDIX - BenchMark SETTINGS LOG ……………………………………… V05272014...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    BenchMark aluminum parts that will provide reliable and accurate operation for many years. The fine quality that Kebby Industries is known for is evident in the smooth, easy operation of the BenchMark...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    7. Do not attempt to set up or operate the BenchMark if you suspect the device is damaged or defective. 8. Contact Customer Service if you have any questions or concerns regarding the safe and proper setup or operation of the BenchMark.

  • Page 5: Benchmark Features

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW BenchMark FEATURES ADJUSTABLE VIAL HOLDER NON-ADJUSTABLE VIAL HOLDER...

  • Page 6: Initial Setup Instructions

    WARNINGS:  If the is not set up properly for the vial size and seal type BenchMark that is to be crimped, there is a chance of vial breakage during the crimp cycle.  Wear impact resistant safety glasses and protective gloves while setting...
  • Page 7 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 1 – Assemble Head to BenchMark A. Select the correct size and type of Head for the seals to be crimped. B. Screw the Head into the bottom of the Crimper Body counterclockwise by hand just...
  • Page 8 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 2 – Assemble Vial Holder to BenchMark A. Select the correct size of Vial Holder for the vials to be crimped, based on the outside diameter of the vial. Vial Holders are available as adjustable and non-adjustable styles, and are labeled with the applicable vial diameters.
  • Page 9 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 3 – Slide Vial Stop back. NOTE: If using a Non-Adjustable Vial Holder, Step 3 does not apply. A. Loosen both Vial Stop Lock Knobs (A). B. Slide the Vial Stop (B) back as far as it will go. C.
  • Page 10 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 4 – Raise the Crimper Body for setup clearance. WARNING: There is risk of pinching hands or fingers during the setup process if there is not enough clearance between the Head and Vial Holder. A. Loosen both Height Lock Handles (A) by less than 1 turn.
  • Page 11 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 5 – Set preliminary Pressure Settings. A. Loosen the Pressure Lock Knob (A) by less than 1 turn. B. Turn the Pressure Adjustment Dial (B) to set the Coarse Pressure Setting (B1) to “1”. C. Turn the Pressure Adjustment Dial (B) in the nearest direction to set the Fine Pressure Setting (C1) to “0”.
  • Page 12 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 6 – Adjust Pressure. A. Place a seal on an empty vial, and hold the vial up into the Head as far as it will go. B. While holding the vial in place (A), pull the Crimp Lever (B) forward until it stops.
  • Page 13 B. In order to be able to easily set up and reproduce the desired crimp in the future, record the Coarse Pressure Setting (B1) and Fine Pressure Setting (B2). See Appendix for a BenchMark Settings Log that may be used to record the settings. B2 - Fine Pressure Setting...
  • Page 14 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 8 – Secure vial into Head using Height Setup Knob. A. With your left hand, hold an empty vial with a crimped seal back up into the Head. B. With your right hand, pull the Crimp Lever (B) forward until it stops and hold it there.
  • Page 15 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 9 – Adjust Height and secure Vial Stop. NOTE: If using a Non-Adjustable Vial Holder, Steps 9C and 9D do not apply. A. Confirm that both Height Lock Handles (A) are loosened (by less than 1 turn). B.
  • Page 16 INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 10 – Release Height Setup Knob and remove Vial. A. Push downward on the Crimp Lever (A) to release the Height Setup Knob, and gently allow the Crimp Lever to return to its original position. B.
  • Page 17 B. In order to be able to easily set up and reproduce the desired crimp in the future, record the Coarse Height Setting (B1) and Fine Height Setting (B2). See Appendix for a BenchMark Settings Log that may be used to record the settings. B2 - Fine Height Setting...

  • Page 18: Initial Setup Instructions

     If there is too much down pressure, there is a chance of vial breakage during the crimp cycle. Wear impact resistant safety glasses and protective gloves.  If the crimp is acceptable, the BenchMark is now ready for operation. Follow the Operating Instructions in this manual.

  • Page 19: Quick Setup Instructions (After Initial Setup)

     If the is not set up properly for the vial size and seal type BenchMark that is to be crimped, there is a chance of vial breakage during the crimp cycle.  Wear impact resistant safety glasses and protective gloves while setting...
  • Page 20 Vial Holder Lock NON-ADJUSTABLE Lever inward, then VIAL HOLDER lifting the Vial Holder up and out of the Base. ADJUSTABLE C. Assemble the correct VIAL HOLDER Head and Vial Holder to the BenchMark following the INITIAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Steps 1 and 2.
  • Page 21 QUICK SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 2 – Slide Vial Stop back. NOTE: If using a Non-Adjustable Vial Holder, Step 2 does not apply. A. Loosen both Vial Stop Lock Knobs (A). B. Slide the Vial Stop (B) back as far as it will go. C.
  • Page 22 QUICK SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 3 – Set Coarse and Fine Pressure Settings. A. Loosen the Pressure Lock Knob (A) by less than 1 turn. B. Turn the Pressure Adjustment Dial to first set the Coarse Pressure Setting (B1) and then the Fine Pressure Setting (B2) to the settings previously recorded for the particular vial size and seal type to be crimped.
  • Page 23 QUICK SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 4 – Lock Pressure Settings and loosen Height Lock Handles. A. Tighten the Pressure Lock Knob (A) just until snug. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. B. Loosen both Height Lock Handles (B) by less than 1 turn.
  • Page 24 QUICK SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 5 – Raise Crimper Body, then secure vial into Head using Height Setup Knob. A. Set an empty vial on the Rubber Pad of the Vial Holder, then turn the Height Adjustment Dial (A) clockwise to raise the Crimper Body until there are approximately 2 inches of clearance between the bottom of the...
  • Page 25 QUICK SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 6 – Set Coarse and Fine Height Settings, then secure Vial Stop. NOTE: If using a Non-Adjustable Vial Holder, Steps 6B and 6C do not apply. A. Turn the Height Adjustment Dial (A) to first set the Coarse Height Setting (A1) and then the Fine Height Setting (A2) to the settings previously recorded for the particular vial size and seal type to be crimped.
  • Page 26 QUICK SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, continued STEP 7 – Release Height Setup Knob, then lock Height Settings. A. Push downward on the Crimp Lever (A) to release the Height Setup Knob, and gently allow the Crimp Lever to return to its original position. B.
  • Page 27 C. Remove the vial from the Vial Holder and inspect the seal.  If the crimp is acceptable, the BenchMark is now ready for operation. Follow the Operating Instructions in this manual.  In the unlikely event that the...

  • Page 28: Operating Instructions

    If the is not set up properly for the vial size and seal type that is to be crimped, BenchMark there is a chance of vial breakage during the crimp cycle. As a precaution, the following checks should be made prior to operating the BenchMark ...

  • Page 29: Appendix - Benchmark Settings Log

    APPENDIX Settings Log BenchMark is on the next page.
  • Page 30 BenchMark Settings Log BenchMark PRESSURE HEIGHT VIAL DESCRIPTION SEAL DESCRIPTION ACCESSORIES SETTINGS SETTINGS DATE OF VIAL INITIAL DESCRIPTION OUTSIDE OVERALL DESCRIPTION/PART HOLDER HEAD SETUP SETUP OR PART NO DIAMETER HEIGHT NO/SIZE/TYPE PART NO PART NO COARSE FINE COARSE FINE...