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FlexArm Inc GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual GH-18 Operations Manual Machine Power: 2Hp Voltage: 110V Correct handling and maintenance is absolutely necessary. Read the following instructions for installation and operation carefully. 1-800-837-2503 705 Commerce Drive Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895 www.flexmachinetools.com info@flexmachinetools.com 10/17/2019...
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FlexArm Inc GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual Index Page 2.) Index 3.) Installation 3.) Startup and Shutdown Procedures 4.) Improper Shutdown 4.) Guarantee 5.) Tap Lubricator System 6.) Multi-Position Head 7.) Machine Drawings 8.) Technical Details 9.) Electric Diagram 10.) Electrical Parts List 11.) Hydraulic Diagram...
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ALWAYS SECURE THE WORK PIECE TO THE TABLE BEFORE OPERATING. This machine is designed for tapping, chamfering and light reaming of holes up to M18 diameter. FlexArm Inc is not responsible for accident or injury resulting from the misuse of this machine. GH-18 Startup and Shutdown Procedures...
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FlexArm Inc GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual Improper Shutdown: • Turning the machine off with the lockout breaker before turning off the machine with the red button. • Turning the lockout breaker to off before the motor in the power pack has spooled down completely.
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GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual Use of tap lubricator system FlexArm mounts a standard tap lubricator system in its tapping units. [Refer to diagram] Connect air inlet and arm pneumatic tube to the regulator-manometer which is adjusted in our factory. •...
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GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual Use of the multi-position head FlexArm models GH-18 that are equipped with a multi-position head. The multi-positional head allows taping in additional positions. This kind of tapping doesn't guarantee the perfect thread but will provide a good tapping quality.
FlexArm Inc GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual Technical details GH-18, GHM-18 Electric motor The best maximum pressure Security maximum pressure Minimum threaded capacity Maximum threaded capacity 5/8" R.P.M. Table dimensions Oil tank capacity Voltage in knobs 24 V Effective range Full 360º degrees 10/17/2019 REV.
FlexArm Inc GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual Electrical parts list Type of component Pos # Binding clamp 39061 Transformer Type M Main Switch Emergency Stop Start/stop switch Forward and reverse switches P1 – P2 Connector Han-Kit-3 AGM Inverter Speed governor Electrovanne...
FlexArm Inc GH-18 Tapping Arm Manual Hydraulic parts list Type of component Filter suction Gear pump Base plate with security limitator Manometer Electrovalve Hydraulic motor 32 cc Oil tank 10/17/2019 REV. 001...