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E.H. Wachs
600 Knightsbridge Parkway
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
www.ehwachs.com
E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10
Rev. A, March 2012
Revision History:
Original
March 2012
Copyright © 2012 E.H. Wachs. All rights reserved.
This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part
without the written consent of E.H. Wachs.
DW Guillotine
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  • Page 1 E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10 Rev. A, March 2012 Revision History: Original March 2012 Copyright © 2012 E.H. Wachs. All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the written consent of E.H. Wachs.
  • Page 2 DW Guillotine Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1: About the DW Guillotine ........
  • Page 4 DW Guillotine Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: About The Dw Guillotine

    RACKING diagrams, and service information to help you order QUIPMENT ESCRIPTION replacement parts and perform user-serviceable repairs. Before operating the DW Guillotine, you should read through this manual and become familiar with all instruc- tions. OW TO ANUAL Throughout this manual, refer...

  • Page 6: Symbols And Warnings

    DW Guillotine YMBOLS AND ARNINGS The following symbols are used throughout this manual to indicate special notes and warnings. They appear in the out- side column of the page, next to the section they refer to. Make sure you understand what each symbol means, and follow all instructions for cautions and warnings.

  • Page 7: Manual Updates And Revision Tracking

    Chapter 1, About the DW Guillotine: Manual Updates and Revision Tracking NOTE NOTE This symbol indicates a user note. Notes A NOTE provides supple- provide additional information to supple- mentary information or oper- ment the instructions, or tips for easier ating tips.
  • Page 8 DW Guillotine Figure 1-1. The photo shows the DW Guillotine mounted and ready to cut. Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...
  • Page 9 Chapter 1, About the DW Guillotine: Equipment Description Drive wheel Idler wheels Figure 1-2. The drive wheel runs on the shaft of the hydraulic motor. The idler wheels spin freely with the motion of the wire. Figure 1-3. Direction arrows on the wheels and frame show the direction of wire rotation.
  • Page 10 DW Guillotine Figure 1-4. A clamping strap with a ratcheting clamp holds the machine to the pipe. Tank (return) Coolant fitting Pressure ON/OFF lever (in OFF position) Figure 1-5. The photo shows the fittings and controls on the machine. Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1, About the DW Guillotine: Equipment Description Figure 1-6. The tensioning gauge monitors the ten- sion on the wire as it cuts. • The indicator should be below the yellow band when the machine is not in use. Leaving tension on the wire during storage could damage the wheel inserts.
  • Page 12 DW Guillotine Figure 1-7. A storage stand is provided to hold the machine and accessories. The coolant sprayer pro- vides water for cutting lubrication. Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Safety

    Chapter 2, Safety Chapter 2 Safety In This Chapter The E.H. Wachs Company takes great pride in designing PERATOR AFETY and manufacturing safe, high-quality products. We make user safety a top priority in the design of all our products. AFETY ABELS Read this chapter carefully before operating the equipment.

  • Page 14: Safety Symbols

    DW Guillotine Always turn machine off before doing any adjustments or service. • SECURE LOOSE CLOTHING AND JEWELRY. Secure or remove loose-fitting clothing and jewelry, and securely bind long hair, to prevent them from getting caught in moving parts of the machine.

  • Page 15: Protective Equipment Requirements

    1910.95, Occupational Noise Exposure and ANSI S12.6 Hearing Protectors. AFETY ABELS The following safety labels are included on the machine. If any labels are lost or damaged, order replacements. See ordering information and parts lists in Chapter 5. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 16 DW Guillotine Figure 2-1. Follow all safety guidelines for operating the machine. Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 17: Chapter 3: Operating Instructions

    AKING THE LEANING AND EMOVING THE The DW Guillotine weighs about 65 lb (30 kg). It can be ACHINE handled safely by two operators using the handles on the sides of the frame. You can also use a lifting device attached to the lift hook on top of the machine.
  • Page 18 Lift the machine out of the storage frame. It can be lifted by two operators, using the handles. WARNING Do not lift the DW Guillotine by yourself. The machine is too heavy and bulky to be lifted safely by one operator;...
  • Page 19 It is recommended that you support or set up a catch device for the fall-off piece of pipe. If you are cutting in-line pipe, make sure the pipe is supported on both sides of the cut. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 20 DW Guillotine Figure 3-4. Position the machine so the wire is at the cut line location. Press and hold the release button on the clamping ratchet to pull out the strap. Figure 3-5. Pull out enough strap to wrap around the pipe Wrap the strap around the pipe.
  • Page 21 Clamp the strap as tight as you can get it with the ratchet handle. CAUTION Make sure the machine is securely attached to the pipe before operating it. Figure 3-7. Operate the ratchet to tighten the clamp- ing strap. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...

  • Page 22: Making The Cut

    DW Guillotine AKING THE Check the diamond wire and make sure it is installed in the right direction. NOTE Inspect the wire closely to see the taper of the bead. Thin end Thick end Cutting direction of bead of bead Figure 3-8.
  • Page 23 Set the wire tension by turning the tensioning knob. The tension indicator should be in the middle of the yellow band when not cutting. Figure 3-11. With no load on the wire, the tension gauge indicator should be in the yellow. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 24 DW Guillotine Turn the feed handle to advance the bow down until the wire is close to the pipe surface. Figure 3-12. Feed the bow down until the wire almost touches the pipe. Make sure the ON/OFF lever is in the OFF position (horizontal).
  • Page 25 Turn the feed handle to advance the wire into the pipe. Watch the tension gauge as you operate the feed han- dle. Feed at a rate that keeps the indicator within the green band on the gauge. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 26 DW Guillotine Figure 3-16. Turn the feed handle to advance the wire into the pipe. Figure 3-17. Operate the feed handle to keep the ten- sion gauge indicator in the green band. Make sure there is a continuous supply of water as you cut.
  • Page 27 Figure 3-18. Use caution as you approach the end of the cut. Finish the cut by feeding the wire past the bottom of the pipe. Turn off the water to the coolant sprayer. Turn the ON/OFF lever to the OFF position. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...

  • Page 28: Cleaning And Removing The Machine

    LEANING AND EMOVING THE ACHINE The DW Guillotine will be easier to clean if you leave it mounted vertically on the pipe. Spray and lubricate the machine, then remove it. Turn the feed handle to fully retract the bow all the NOTE way to the top.
  • Page 29 Figure 3-21. Loosen the tension knob to take the ten- sion off the wire. The tension gauge indicator should be all the way to the left (below the yellow band). Release the cover latches and open the covers. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 30 DW Guillotine Spray all components thoroughly with water to wash NOTE off cutting debris. You can use the coolant sprayer to clean the machine. Figure 3-22. Spray the inside of the machine thor- oughly to clean out cutting debris. Spray the following components with a water-displac- ing lubricant (such as WD-40): •...
  • Page 31 It could shift or fall from the pipe, causing serious injury. Figure 3-24. Press the button on the clamping ratchet to release the strap. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 32 Store the coolant sprayer in the frame before the machine. Fastening Figure 3-25. Set the DW Guillotine down in the stor- age frame. Replace the locking pin in the fastening rod. Figure 3-26. Put in the locking pin to secure the machine in the storage frame.

  • Page 33: Chapter 4: Maintenance

    • tensioning knob • clamping ratchet. EPLACING THE UTTING Turn the feed handle to retract the bow all the way to the top. Turn the tension knob to fully release the tension on the wire. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 34 DW Guillotine Figure 4-1. Fully release the tension on the wire. Release the cover latches and open all of the covers. Drive wheel Idler wheels Figure 4-2. Open the covers to access the wire. Pull the wire off the drive wheel at the top, then remove the wire.
  • Page 35 Figure 4-4. Check that the wire is installed in the cor- rect direction. The thinner end of the cutting bead should lead. Install the new wire over the drive wheel, then over the idler wheels. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...

  • Page 36: Replacing The Wheel Liners

    DW Guillotine Figure 4-5. Put the new wire over the wheels. Close and latch the covers. Turn the tension knob until the tension gauge indicator is just into the yellow band. EPLACING THE HEEL INERS The liners on the cutting wire wheels are durable and long- lasting.
  • Page 37 Remove the wire as described in the previous section. Remove the screws holding on the cover of the wheel you are repairing. Figure 4-7. The idler wheels have 6 screws holding the cover. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...

  • Page 38: Replacing The Mounting Shoes

    DW Guillotine Figure 4-8. The drive wheel has 12 screws holding the cover Pull the cover off the wheel. You may have to pry gen- tly with a screwdriver to get it off. Pull off the wheel liner. Press the new liner onto the wheel.
  • Page 39 Figure 4-9. Each mounting shoe is held on with 4 screws. Remove the screws to replace the shoe. Remove the shoe. Put the new shoe in place and replace the screws Tighten the screws securely. E.H. Wachs Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A...
  • Page 40 DW Guillotine Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5: Parts List And Ordering Information

    NFORMATION RAWINGS AND ARTS ISTS To place an order, request service, or get more detailed information on any E.H. Wachs Company products, call us at one of the following numbers: U.S. 800-323-8185 International: 847-537-8800 You can also visit our Web site at: www.ehwachs.com...

  • Page 42: Warranty Information

    Lincolnshire, Illinois 60069 USA RAWINGS AND ARTS ISTS The drawings on the following pages illustrate the compo- nents of the DW Guillotine , and include parts lists for ordering spare or replacement parts. Part No. 29-MAN-10, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...
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