Rotabroach ELEMENT 50 LOW PROFILE 1 Manual

Rotabroach ELEMENT 50 LOW PROFILE 1 Manual

Magnetic drilling machine

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Magnetic drilling machine
Model Number
ELEMENT 50 LOW PROFILE 1, ELEMENT 50 LOW PROFILE 3
This machine (Serial Number ...........................) is CE approved.
OSL Cutting Technologies Ltd
Burgess Road
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
United Kingdom
S9 3WD
Tel: +44 (0) 114 2212 510
Fax: +44 (0) 114 2212 563
Email: info@rotabroach.co.uk
Website:
www.rotabroach.co.uk

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  • Page 1 Magnetic drilling machine Model Number ELEMENT 50 LOW PROFILE 1, ELEMENT 50 LOW PROFILE 3 This machine (Serial Number ......) is CE approved. OSL Cutting Technologies Ltd Burgess Road Sheffield, South Yorkshire United Kingdom S9 3WD Tel: +44 (0) 114 2212 510 Fax: +44 (0) 114 2212 563 Email: info@rotabroach.co.uk...
  • Page 2: Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original Instructions

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 Thank you for purchasing our Low-Profile magnetic drill. We would really like your feedback on this machine. Other Products by Rotabroach: Thank you for your purchase...
  • Page 3 Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 CONTENTS OF THE MANUAL Page Intended use General safety rules Information plate symbols Specification Operational safety procedures Operating instructions Control panel operation Extension cable selection Mounting of cutters Remedies for hole making problems Wiring diagram Exploded view Motor Breakdown...
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 INTENDED USE The intended use of this magnetic drill is to drill holes in ferrous metals. The magnet is used to hold the drill in place whilst the drill is functioning. It is designed for use in fabrication, construction, railways, petrochemical and any other applications when drilling ferrous metal.
  • Page 5: Information Plate Symbols

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 Power tool use and care Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
  • Page 6: Specification

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 4)SPECIFICATION Maximum hole cutting capacity in .2/.3C steel = 50mm dia. x 50mm deep Arbor bore = 19.05mm (3/4") dia. Motor Unit Voltages 110V 50-60Hz 230V 50-60Hz Normal full load 10 A 1200 W 1200 W Electro Magnet...
  • Page 7: Operational Safety Procedures

    Cutter breakage is usually caused by insecure anchorage, a loosely fitting slide or a worn bearing in the arbor support. (Refer to routine maintenance instructions). • Only use approved cutting fluid. Rotabroach cutting fluid has been specially formulated to maximise the cutters performance. It is available in 1 litre (RD208) and 5 litre (RD229).
  • Page 8: Control Panel Operation

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 7) CONTROL PANEL OPERATION CutSmart™ Technology CutSmart™ Technology Designed for you to get the most out of your machine and your cutters. CutSmart has an easy to read panel that indicates when you are drilling with too much force, which will damage the machine and the cutters.
  • Page 9: Extension Cable Selection

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 8) EXTENSION CABLE SELECTION The machines are factory fitted with a 2-metre length of cable having three conductors 1.5mm² LIVE, NEUTRAL and EARTH. If it becomes necessary to fit an extension cable from the power source, care must be taken in using a cable of adequate capacity.
  • Page 10: Remedies For Hole Making Problems

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 10) REMEDIES FOR HOLE MAKING PROBLEMS Problem Cause Remedy 1) Magnetic base Material being cut may be too thin for efficient Attach an additional piece of metal under the won’t hold holding. magnet, or mechanically clamp magnetic base to effectively work-piece.
  • Page 11: Wiring Diagram

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 11) WIRING DIAGRAM No Function Wire Colour Magnet Negative Output Black Magnet Positive Output Mains Neutral Input Blue Motor Neutral Output Motor Live Output Mains Live Input Brown No Function Wire Colour Motor Switch 0V White Motor Switch +5V (Green)
  • Page 12: Exploded View

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 12) EXPLODED VIEW OF MACHINE...
  • Page 13 Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 Item# Description Qty/pcs Rotabroach P/N RDF2000 Spindle assembly RDF4000 Screw RDF4001 Circlip RDF3000 Bearing bracket RDF4002 Gear Shaft Washer RDF4003 Circlip RDF4004 Straight Pin RDF2001 Slide assembly RDF3001 Guard RDF4005 Screw RDF3002...
  • Page 14 Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 RDF4017 RDF4018 Indicator light plate RDF4019 Screw RDF4020 Right load indicator light RDF4021 Plastic ring RDF4022 Screw RDF4023 Cable Clamp RDF4024 Screw RDF4025 outer sawtooth washer RDF2008/3 Left cover shell subassembly 230v RDF2008/1 Left cover shell subassembly 110v RDF4026...
  • Page 15: Motor Breakdown

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 13) MOTOR BREAKDOWN Part Description RDF2021/1 Armature Assembly 110v RDF2021/3 Armature Assembly 230v RDF3014 Bearing Sleeve RDF3009 Field Coil Baffle RDF4038 Field Coil Screws RDF2019/1 Field Coil Assembly 110v RDF2019/3 Field Coil Assembly 230v RDF3010 Motor Frame RDF3011...
  • Page 16: Control Panel And Parts List

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 14)CONTROL PANEL AND PARTS LIST RDC4092 Red LED RDC4093 Red/Green LED RDC4091 Magnet Switch RDA4051 Motor Switch RDF3006 Facia Plate RDF3017 Connection Line...
  • Page 17 Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 15) PIPE ADAPTOR KIT RD2311 FITTING INSTRUCTIONS • Dependent upon the size of the pipe to be cut (see illustrations) attach adjustable angle plates RD3328 with cap screws RD4325 and washers RD4205 (4 off each) to the magnet sides. Do not tighten. •...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    2019 ITHE CHUCK 16) MAINTENANCE In order to ‘get the best life’ out of your Rotabroach machine always keep it in good working order. A number of items must always be checked on Rotabroach machines. Always before starting any job make sure the machine is in good working order and that there are no damaged or loose parts.
  • Page 19: Trouble Shooting

    Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 17) TROUBLE SHOOTING Magnet and motor do not function - The magnet switch is not connected to the power supply - Damaged or defective wiring - Defective magnet switch - Defective control unit - Defective power supply Magnet does function, the motor does not - Damaged or defective wiring...
  • Page 20 Element 50 Low Profile Manual Original instructions 2019 18) CUTTER SELECTION AND SPEEDS Material Material Hardness Cutter Mild and free cutting steels <700N/mm² RAP or RAPL Mild and free cutting steels <850N/mm² SRCV or SRCVL Steel angle and joists <700N/mm² RAP or RAPL Steel angle and joists <850N/mm²...
  • Page 21: Warranty

    Rotabroach™or its designated distributor within a period of (30) days from the purchase date. Failure to do so will void the warranty. If the stated is adhered to Rotabroach™ will repair or replace (at its option) without charge any faulty items returned.

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