Norco 78013 Setup, Operating, Maintenance Instructions

MODELS 78013, 78014, 78022 & 78023 SHOP PRESSES
SETUP • OPERATING • MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Revision letters (A, B, C, D etc.) after model numbers have been omitted as they do not affect the setup,
operating and maintenance instructions of a particular jack unless otherwise noted.
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
BEFORE USING THIS PRESS, READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY
AND THOROUGHLY, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATING PROCEDURES,
SAFETY WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE ACCIDENTS RESULTING
IN SERIOUS OR FATAL PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
The use of hydraulic shop presses is subject to certain hazards that
cannot be prevented by mechanical means, but only by the exercise of
intelligence, care, and common sense. It is therefore essential to have
owners and personnel involved in the use and operation of equipment
who are careful, competent, trained, and qualified in the safe operation
of the equipment and its proper use. Examples of hazards are part
breakage resulting in flying parts, slipping and dropping of components to
be pressed caused primarily by not using guards or protective blankets
over the components, improperly securing adjustments on the press,
• Always use a guard or protective blanket during pressing applications
to avoid possible injury caused by flying parts. There are a multitude
of possible press uses, therefore it is impossible to design a guard that
will meet every application. The press owner must provide his own
guarding or protective blanket.
• Inspect the press before each use. Do not use the press if it is
damaged, altered, modified, in poor condition, leaking hydraulic fluid, or
has loose or missing hardware or components. Take corrective action
before using the press.
• Do not use press beyond its rated capacity. Standard presses are not
equipped with pressure/force gages. If you are uncertain of forces
being applied during any press operations, the owner/ user must
purchase and install the optional Norco Model 78021 Gage with
adapters.
• Wear protective eye wear during press operation. If possible position
the press in an isolated area and shield it to prevent possible injury to
others.
SETUP (STANDARD)
1. Standard model presses require very little setup. Insert the two
piece handle in the jack's handle receiver and you're ready to go.
2. Sometimes air gets trapped in the hydraulic system during
shipment. An air bound hydraulic system feels spongy when
pumped and sometimes the jack will not pump full incremental
strokes.
PURGING AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
(Standard Model Presses)
a. Open the release valve by turning the handle in a
counterclockwise direction two full turns.
b. Pump the handle ten full strokes.
c. Close the release valve by turning the handle in a clockwise
direction until tight.
d. Pump the jack until the ram is extended to maximum height.
If the condition remains, repeat steps "a" through "d" until air
is purged from the system.
PROFESSIONAL LIFTING EQUIPMENT
improperly securing components to be pressed, overloading and off-
center loads.
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all personnel read this
manual prior to using this device. It is also the responsibility of the device
owner to keep this manual intact and in a convenient location for all to see
and read. If the manual is lost or not legible, contact Norco Industries,
Inc. for a free replacement. If the operator is not fluent in English, the
product and safety instructions shall be read to and discussed with the
operator in the operator's native language by the purchaser/ owner or his
designee, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.
These presses are covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. For details
see the back cover of Norco's product catalog.
WARNING
• Before operating a 20 ton capacity press make sure the threads on
the push ram are fully engaged with the threads on Norco adapters or
extension rams to prevent thread stripping under load.
• Use only Norco adapters and accessories.
• During the press operation, keep hands out of the area between the
press head channel and press bed. Also keep body parts out from
under the press bed.
• Do not alter or modify this press. This press is designed for shop
maintenance applications.
• Make sure setup is stable. Components to be pressed shall be well
supported and aligned to prevent slippage and breaking. Make sure
press bed pins are inserted in the upright frame holes all the way and
the pins are fully supporting the press bed channel flanges before
pressing.
• Press owners are responsible for the placement, maintenance and safe
operation of the press in accordance with federal (OSHA), state, and
local safety standards.
1. Deluxe model presses are equipped with an air/hydraulic foot
pump which has a red reservoir fill plug that prevents oil from
leaking out of the pump during shipment. The red fill plug must be
replaced with the black vented fill plug before using the press.
2. Sometimes air gets trapped in the air/hydraulic system during
shipment. An air bound air/hydraulic system feels spongy when
pumped and sometimes the jack will not pump full incremental
strokes.
PURGING AIR FROM THE AIR/HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
a. Press down on the "pump" end of the pedal on the air/
hydraulic foot pump with one hand while simultaneously
depressing the button located under the "release" end of the
pedal with a finger of the other hand. Hold this position for
10 to 15 seconds and then release both hand and finger.
b. Now depress the "pump" end of the pedal with your foot and
raise the jack to maximum height. If the condition remains,
repeat steps "a" and "b" until air is purged from the system.
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WARRANTY
SETUP (DELUXE)
(Deluxe Model Presses)