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WARRANTY Duracable Manufacturing Company warrants the DM55 machine to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. Warranty service can be obtained by contacting Duracable Manufacturing Company at the address listed below. If a defect is covered by warranty, Duracable Manufacturing Company will repair or replace the defective machine or component without charge for labor or materials (freight is not included).
DM55 MACHINE MANUAL Safety Labels Duracable Manufacturing uses three signal words on its WARNING safety labels and instructions. These words have the following definitions: A ‘Warning’ label indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and DANGER includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Unpacking Your Machine available through the Duracable Product Catalog. Also, avoid The DM55 is shipped to you with the following parts: the base the use of loose-fitting clothes or jewelry when operating this machine, a reel, a revolving arm, a floating ring, and a floating machine.
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL Information and Specifications Lubrication Maintenance Cable Care Instructions Caution: Do not over oil these points. Take care of your cable for optimum performance. The recommended care procedure is as follows: • Head Bearing Assembly - The roller bearing, located in the front assembly, requires monthly lubrication.
The air foot switch is standard equipment and allows operators to turn the machine on and DM55 SPJ with D1KJ, 26” oversized open spoke metal reel. (See options on the next page.) off with the foot while the hands stay on the cable.
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DKIT2 Blade Kit ** When ordering the DM55 with 145 RPM or 215 RPM, insert the package number that includes your desired reel and PCFR where the ‘XX’ are located. For example, to order the DM55 SPJ with 215 rpm, you would use part number DM55 SPJ-B.
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL DM55 SchematiC The entire line item in bold identifies the name of an entire assembly. The “Z” shaped arrow identifies all the parts that make up that assembly. You can purchase the entire assembly, or just the individual parts.
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL DM55 SchematiC The entire line item in bold identifies the name of an entire assembly. The “Z” shaped arrow identifies all the parts that make up that assembly. You can purchase the entire assembly, or just the individual parts.
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL DM55 SchematiC The entire line item in bold identifies the name of an entire assembly. The “Z” shaped arrow identifies all the parts that make up that assembly. You can purchase the entire assembly, or just the individual parts.
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL 175 rpm Drive System 215 rpm Drive System 145 rpm Drive System...
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL 26PRo (26” oversized Polyethylene Reel) Schematic for DM55 Item Qty. Part# Description 772601 26” Plastic Reel Oversized WA37 1/4 ID x 3/4 OD Bonded Washer FLNUT5 1/4-20 Hex Flange Nut SHCS31 1/4-20 x .75 Button Head Cap Screw MM46 1/2-13 Std.
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The PCFR’s Length is 6”; Width is 9”; Height is 12”; and Weight is 12 pounds. The PCFR is standard equipment on DM55. Note: The recommended grease for the housing blocks is Lps Thermaplex 70614 or Lubri- ®...
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL PCFR Bearing Kit How to Install the PCFR22SER Bearing Kit 1. Remove the six hex flange nuts 4. Remove the upper piston (PCFR14) 8. Clean all the parts in kerosene or a (FLNUT3). and /or the lower pistons (PCFR19).
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL Power Cable Feed and Return (PCFR) Schematic...
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL PCFR SchematiC The entire line item in bold identifies the name of an entire assembly. The “Z” shaped arrow identifies all the parts that make up that assembly. You can purchase the entire assembly, or just the individual parts.
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Electrical Schematic for DM55 The wiring diagram for the basic DM55 is shown above. If you experience any electrical difficulties in operating your machine, or you notice any frayed or inadequate wiring, or wiring that does not conform to the diagram, discontinue use of your machine...
Overhead Power Lines The DM55 machine must be grounded to protect the operator from shock. This is accomplished by using the Ground Fault • When working outdoors, keep clear from overhead power Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Cord to ensure proper grounding.
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DM55 MACHINE MANUAL How to splice duraflex cable ® 1. Cut a few inches off of each 3. Apply Loctite Retaining 2. Spray Loctite Primer in and 4. Insert splice core into cable cable end and remove any burrs Compound to splice core.
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