OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Table of contents Safety Safety warnings (warning notes) ......................6 1.1.1 Classification of hazards...........................6 1.1.2 Other pictograms ............................7 Proper use ..............................8 Reasonably foreseeable misuse.......................8 1.3.1 Avoiding misuse............................8...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Assembly guide ............................24 First use ..............................24 3.8.1 Power supply ............................24 3.8.2 Checks ..............................25 Operation Safety ..............................26 Control and indicating elements ......................26 4.2.1 Control panel ............................
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.18 Spare part list electrical components......................64 Troubleshooting Appendix Copyright ..............................67 Terminology/Glossary..........................67 LIMITED WARRANTY ...........................68 Preface The illustrations of the geared drill might in some details deviate from the illustrations of this operating man- ual but this will have no influence on the operation of the geared drill.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Safety Glossary of symbols gives further advice calls on you to get in action enumeration This part of the operating manual ...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Safety warnings (warning notes) 1.1.1 Classification of hazards We classify the safety warnings into various levels. The table below gives an overview of the classification of symbols (pictograms) and warning for the specific danger and its (possible) consequences.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 1.1.2 Other pictograms Warning of automatic Disconnect main power! start-up! Activation forbidden! Use ear protection! Use protective boots! Use protective gloves! Wear a safety suit!
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Proper use WARNING! In the event of improper use of the geared drill there may be a risk to personnel, ...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Use of cooling and lubricating agents in order to increase the durability of the tool and to improve the surface quality.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Qualification of employees 1.5.1 Target group This manual is addressed to operators, users, maintenance staff. Therefore, the warning notes refer to both operation and maintenance of the geared drill.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y User positions The user must stand in front of the geared drill. INFORMATION The main plug of the geared drill must be freely accessible.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y fatal electrocution. The geared drill includes the following safety devices: EMERGENCY-STOP button. main lockable switch. a drilling table with T-slots to hold the piece and a bench screw.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 1.10 EMERGENCY-STOP button CAUTION! EMERGENCY-stop After actuating the EMERGENCY-STOP button button, the drill spindle will turn for a few seconds more, depending on the previously selected speed.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 1.13 Separating protective devices 1.13.1 Drill chuck guard Adjust the drill chuck guard to the required height. Move the drill chuck guard into place before you start drilling.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y WARNING! Before activating the geared drill, double-check that staff will not be endangered, no damage is caused to equipment. Avoid unsafe working practises: ...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 1.17.1 Mechanical maintenance work Remove all protection and safety devices before starting maintenance work and re-install them once the work has been completed, such as: ...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Technical data The following information gives the dimensions and weight and is the manufacturer's authorized machine data. Power connection Total connection rate...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Operating material Mobilgear 627 or equivalent oil Gear oil for spindle sleeve gear 2.5 liters „Recommended working materials“ on page Rack and upright of the drill Commercial heavy grease 2.10...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 2.12 Dimensions Img.2-1: Dimensions Technical data B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014 Original operating instructions Page 19...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Assembly Scope of delivery Check immediately upon delivery of the machine if there are any transport damages or shortages. Compare the scope of delivery with the included packing list.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Fragile goods (Goods requiring careful handling) Protect against moisture and humid environment "Ambient conditions“ on page 17. Prescribed position of the packing case...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 3.4.2 Assembly WARNING! Danger of crushing and overturning. The geared drill must be installed by at least 2 people. INFORMATION The geared drill is delivered pre-assembled.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Position the geared drill on the provided foundation. Secure the geared drill using the provided through holes on the machine base.
Only use the tool holders (e.g. drill chucks) which were delivered together with the machine or are offered as optional equipment by OPTIMUM. Use the tool holders at the intended admissible speed range. Tool holders must only be modified in compliance with the recommendations of OPTIMUM or of the manufacturer of clamping tools.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Cooling pump Img.3-5: Cooling pump B30 VGM ATTENTION! The coolant pump also delivers if it turns in the wrong direction. Due to the wrong turning direction the pump is destroyed within a short time.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Operation Safety Use the geared drill only under the following conditions: The geared drill is in proper working order. The geared drill is used as prescribed.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Clamping lever Table height adjustment Img.4-2: Table height adjustment 4.2.1 Control panel Speed display EMERGENCY-stop button Push button "OFF" Push button "ON"...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Operational mode "threading“ In the thread cutting mode the motor automatically starts up according to a predefined path using the drilling depth stop of the spindle and automatically changes the direction of rotation as soon as the predefined depth has been achieved.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Gear selector Img.4-4: Gear selector INFORMATION When choosing the right rate, use the speed table on the drilling head. Drill depth stop...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 4.4.1 Assembly Off switch LCdisplay Switching mm/inch On switch Zero position Battery compartment Increase in value Decrease in value Img.4-6: Digital display ...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 4.5.2 Automatic spindle feed The forward feed is activated by the push buttons in the spindle lever. The forward feed is performed electromagnetically. The switching-off of the forward feed occurs by the drill depth stop or by reactivating the push buttons at the spindle lever.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 4.6.2 Completion with half-automatic integrated drill drift ATTENTION! The tool and or the drill chuck will fall down. Firmly hold the tool or the drill chuck when expelling it.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 4.6.3 Mounting the drill chuck The drill chuck is secured against twisting in the drill sleeve by means of a form- fit connection (tang).
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y INFORMATION Use a water soluble, environmentally compatible drilling emulsion procured from the specialized trade. Re-use cooling agents and lubricants. Dispose of the no longer used coolant and lubricating agents in an environmentally friendly way.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Determining the cutting speed and the speed Table cutting speeds / infeed Material table Recommended infeed f in mm/revolution Recommended cutting speed...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Drill bit Ø Speed n in rpm in mm 1062 1274 1415 1769 2123 2477 2831 3539 4246 5662 7077 1146 1274...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Drill bit Ø Speed n in rpm in mm 39.0 40.0 41.0 42.0 43.0 44.0 45.0 46.0 47.0 48.0 49.0 50.0 Examples to calculatory determine the required speed for your drilling machine The necessary speed is depending on the diameter of the drill bit, on the material which is being machined as well as on the cutting material of the drill bit.
the quality of the products you manufacture. Installations and equipment from other manufacturers must also be in optimum condition. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION During work on the drilling head, make sure that ...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Safety WARNING! The consequences of incorrect maintenance and repair work may include: very seriuos injury to staff working on the machine, ...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Interval Where? What? How? Lubricate all oilers using machine oil. Do not use a grease gun or similar tools. Oiler Every month Img.6-3:...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Interval Where? What? How? Use collector vessels with sufficient capacity to change the oil. Unscrew the oil filling screw. Filler hole...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Interval Where? What? How? Cooling pump: The cooling pump is almost maintenance free. Replace the coo- ling agent in regular intervals and adapted to the usage.
Should technical assistance be required, contact LDS Industries at 1-630-785-6437. Optimum Maschinen - Germany and Colovos Company are not liable for, nor do they guaran- tee against, damage or operating malfunctions resulting from alteration, abuse, lack of mainte- nance or this product’s use for other than its intended purpose.
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Spare parts - B30 VGM Spare parts drawing drilling head Abb.7-1: Drilling head B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM Page 44 Original operating instructions Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 1 of 9 Abb.7-2: Drilling head 1 of 9 Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 2 of 9 Abb.7-3: Drilling head 2 of 9 B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM Page 46 Original operating instructions Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 3 of 9 Abb.7-4: Drilling head 3 of 9 Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 4 of 9 Abb.7-5: Drilling head 4 of 9 B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM Page 48 Original operating instructions Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 5 of 9 Abb.7-6: Drilling head 5 of 9 Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 6 of 9 Abb.7-7: Drilling head 6 of 9 B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM Page 50 Original operating instructions Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 7 of 9 Abb.7-8: Drilling head 7 of 9 Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Parts drawing drilling head 8 of 9 Abb.7-9: Drilling head 8 of 9 B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM Page 52 Original operating instructions Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.10 Parts drawing drilling head 9 of 9 Abb.7-10: Drilling head 9 of 9 Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.11 Parts drawing drilling chuck guard Abb.7-11: Drilling chuck guard B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM Page 54 Original operating instructions...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.12 Parts drawing column and drilling table Abb.7-12: Column and drilling table Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.13 Ersatzteilliste - Spare part list Description Qty. Size Item no. Housing 0303430301 Shaft 0303430302 DIN 6885 - A 12 x 8 x 56...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Description Qty. Size Item no. Needle bearing 25x32x20 0303430369 Ball bearing 6002 0303430370 Worm 0303430371 Retaining ring DIN 471 - 15 x 1...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Description Qty. Size Item no. Speed indicator 03021303202 Socket head screw GB 70-85 - M5 x 16 Cover 03034303142 Supply cable 03034303143...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Description Qty. Size Item no. Worm 03034303217 Spacer 03034303218 Socket head screw GB 70-85 - M8 x 16 Crank 03034303220 Handle 03034303221...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.14 Wiring diagram 1 of 2 Abb.7-13: Schaltplan 1 von 2 - Wiring diagram 1 of 2 B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.15 Wiring diagram 2 of 2 Abb.7-14: Schaltplan 2 von 2 - Wiring diagram 2 of 2 Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.16 Wiring diagram 1 of 2 with PLC Abb.7-15: Schaltplan 1 von 2 - Wiring diagram 1 of 2 B30 VGM Spare parts - B30 VGM...
OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.17 Wiring diagram 2 of 2 with PLC Abb.7-16: Schaltplan 2 von 2 - Wiring diagram 2 of 2 Spare parts - B30 VGM B30 VGM Version 1.0.3 dated July 22, 2014...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y 7.18 Spare part list electrical components Designation Qty. Size Item no. Main filter 030343031S0 Brushless controller 030343031A0 Fuse 030343031F0 Line filter 030343031Z0 1S1.2...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Troubleshooting Problem Cause/possible effects Solution Noise during work • Spindle turning dry • Grease spindle • Tool dull or incorrectly secured •...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Problem Cause/possible effects Solution Working spindle rattling on • Excessive slack in bearing • Readjust bearing slack or replace rough piece surfaces bearing •...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Appendix Copyright This document is copyright. All derived rights are also reserved, especially those of translation, re-printing, use of figures, broadcast, reproduction by photo-mechanical or similar means and recording in data processing systems, whether partial or total.
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OPTIMUM assumes no obligations or liability on account of any unauthorized recommendations, opinions or advice as to the choice, installation or use of products.
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y Index Spindle ............. 17 Spindle Speed ..........17 Ambient conditions ..........17 Working area ........... 17 Assembly ..............20 Transport .............. 20 Troubleshooting ............ 65 Classification of hazards .........6...
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OPTIMUM M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y B30 VGM Page 70 Original operating instructions Version 1.0.3 dated Juli 22, 2014...
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