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VC-RAD SELECT ELECTRIC SERIES
USER GUIDE
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W.CHRISTIE (INDUSTRIAL) LTD
CHRISTIE HOUSE, MEADOWBANK ROAD, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S61 2NF, UK
T: +44(0)1709 550088
F: +44(0)1709 550030
E: INFO@WCHRISTIE.COM
W:
WWW.WCHRISTIE.COM
Ref: WCOI.117
Date: September 2019
Issue: 1

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  • Page 1 VC-RAD SELECT ELECTRIC SERIES USER GUIDE Image for Illustration Purposes Only W.CHRISTIE (INDUSTRIAL) LTD CHRISTIE HOUSE, MEADOWBANK ROAD, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S61 2NF, UK T: +44(0)1709 550088 F: +44(0)1709 550030 E: INFO@WCHRISTIE.COM WWW.WCHRISTIE.COM Ref: WCOI.117 Date: September 2019 Issue: 1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page Description Issue Introduction Training Requirements VC-RAD Select Wrench Models Covered By Manual Electrical Specifications Environmental Specifications General Safety 1. Accessories Available 2. VC-RAD Select Wrench Features 3. Tool System 3.1 Tool Handle 3.1.1 Trigger Lock 3.2 LED Display Interface 3.3 Power On 4.
  • Page 3: Training Requirements

    It is the responsibility of the user to consider associated site risks before introducing the equipment into the work-place. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Training on the correct use of the VC-RAD Select Electric Torque Wrench is available. Please contact W. Christie (Industrial) Ltd for more information. VC-RAD SELECT WRENCH MODELS COVERED BY MANUAL Model Weight...
  • Page 4: General Safety

    (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock. CAUTION: ANY MODIFICATION TO THE EQUIPMENT OR CHANGE OF USE BY ANYONE OTHER THAN W. CHRISTIE WILL INVALIDATE W. CHRISTIE (INDUSTRIAL) LTD KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AS A MANUFACTURER & INVALIDATE WARRANTY, UNLESS PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT IS...
  • Page 5: Accessories Available

    1. ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE The following accessories are available upon request and can be custom made to suit requirements. Please contact W-Christie for more information:- • Special Reactions. • Custom VC-RAD Select Wrench Lifting points. • Nose Cone Extension. • Offset Gearbox.
  • Page 6: Tool System

    3. TOOL SYSTEM 3.1 Tool Handle:- The VC-RAD Select is activated with a Trigger Switch. The Forward/Reverse Switch controls the direction of rotation. The 4-digit LED display shows the Target Torque and the various user menus. The keypad is used to set the desired torque and change tool settings. Upon receiving the VC-RAD Select tool, please check the following:- 1.
  • Page 7: Interface And Settings

    4. INTERFACE AND SETTINGS 4.1 Changing Torque:- When the VC-RAD Select is powered on, the LED Display will start in Torque Mode (See Right). LED Display When N·m (metric) units are used, the “N·m” indicator will light on the keypad. When ft·lb (imperial) units are used, the “ft·lb”...
  • Page 8: Menu Items

    4.2 Menu Items:- The menu allows you to change torque units, change LED brightness, enter an unlock code, view the program version, and set up the tool configuration. This section refers to the features available in the Basic unlock mode (see Section 4.3 – Unlock Levels). The menu items are described below. To enter the Main Menu: •...
  • Page 9: View Temperature

    The “Hi” menu option displays the upper torque limit of the tool. This value can only be set as high as the rated maximum torque, and may be set as low as 80% of the rated torque by W. Christie. 4.2.8 Serial Number:- The last four digits of the unique stamped serial number are displayed in this menu.
  • Page 10: Unlock Levels

    4.3 Unlock Levels:- The VC-RAD Select has several access levels which change the operation of the tool and the interface. The access levels are described in the table below. The codes may be entered using the Lock Code menu (see Section 4.2.3 – Enter a Lock or Unlock Code). After the code is entered and the menu is closed, the level is displayed on the LED display.
  • Page 11: General Operating Instructions

    BEFORE OPERATING THE V-RAD SELECT TOOL SYSTEM. IMPROPER REACTION WILL VOID WARRANTY AND CAN CAUSE PREMATURE TOOL FAILURE. Please contact W. Christie for information on special reaction arms. Installing the reaction arm Slide the reaction arm on to the spline or serpentine fitting and secure the spirolox ring to hold the reaction arm in place.
  • Page 12: Torque Operation

    Reaction Arm Height Ensure that the height of the socket is even with the height of the Reaction Arm CORRECT: The Reaction Arm and socket are even. The height of the socket cannot be shorter or longer than the height of the Reaction Arm.
  • Page 13: Maintenance And Recalibration

    To prevent premature failure and ensure confidence in torque supply, it is recommended that this equipment is serviced and calibrated at least on an annual basis, by W. Christie (Ind) LTD. There are no user serviceable parts. If any failures occur then the wrench should be returned to W.
  • Page 14: Declaration Of Conformity

    European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC published on the 9 June 2006 W Christie (Industrial) Ltd, Meadowbank Road, Rotherham S61 2NF, United Kingdom. This machinery has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the following transposed harmonised European Standard:- Safety of Machinery –...

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