Summary of Contents for Racine Railroad Products 910106
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Web Grinder 910106 Operating and Maintenance Manual Racine Railroad Products ▪ 1955 Norwood Court ▪ Mount Pleasant, WI 53403 Phone: (262) 637-9681 ▪ Fax: (262) 637-9069 Email: custserv@racinerailroad.com ▪ www.racinerailroad.com...
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910106 – Web Grinder Web Grinder 910106 Record of Changes Rev No. Date Description of Changes Rev 1 6.2012 Release Rev 2 1.2019 Manual format & branding update, added assembly and parts list Phone: (262) 637-9681 1.2019 Rev 2 Page ii Email: custserv@racinerailroad.com...
910106 – Web Grinder Table of Contents Section 1: Overview and Safety ........................4 Web Grinder Overview ..........................4 Warranty Terms and Conditions ........................4 Safety Information ............................6 Safety Terms ............................. 6 Machine Use and Safety Precautions ....................... 6 Section 2: Specifications and Installation ......................
• Any locally assigned identification Vendor Parts Warranty Period Other equipment and parts used, but not manufactured by Racine Railroad Products, Inc., are covered directly by the manufacturer's warranty for their products. Warranty Parts and Service We will repair or replace, without charge, F.O.B. factory, Racine, Wisconsin, USA, any part Racine Railroad Products manufactures which is proven to be defective during the warranty period.
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• Part Numbers and Quantities Being Ordered Note: Please use Racine Railroad Products part numbers when ordering parts. Racine Railroad Products part numbers are shown in the parts lists and drawings of this manual and have only six (6) numbers.
Do not make any modifications without authorization or written approval from Racine Railroad Products. Replace all Racine Railroad Products and OEM parts with genuine Racine Railroad Products and OEM parts. Using non-OEM parts may compromise the safety of the machine.
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910106 – Web Grinder Always wear appropriate personal protective clothing when operating this equipment: e.g. Orange safety vest, hard hat, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, steel-toed safety boots, leather gloves, dust respirator, etc. Always lift heavy objects with the knees and legs, not the arms and back.
910106 – Web Grinder Section 2: Specifications and Installation Specifications Hydraulic System Open Center Frame Type Tube Length 47 in. [119.38 cm] Width 29 in. [73.66 cm] Height (Adjustable) 27-38 in. [68.58 – 96.52 cm] Weight (Less Stone) 34 lbs [15.42 kg]...
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A minimum of 25-micron filtration is required for the hydraulic system. For cold weather startup and maximum dirt holding capacity a filter element sized for 30 GPM /14 LPM is recommended. Racine Railroad Products recommends the use of the Diesel Power Unit. The Diesel Power Unit •...
910106 – Web Grinder Installation Instructions Unpacking Instructions Upon receiving your Web Grinder promptly remove it from the shipping container. Always keep top side of container up. Inspect unit for damage which may have incurred during shipping and report it to carrier for claim.
910106 – Web Grinder Hose Requirements It is not often necessary or advisable to use long hoses. All hoses must have an oil resistant inner surface and an abrasion resistant outer surface. Each hose must have male pipe ends for most application.
910106 – Web Grinder Hydraulic Hose Recommendation Hydraulic Hose Recommendation Flow Per Circuit Length Each Hose Inside Diameter SAE Spec Hose SAE Spec Hose (Wire Braid) (Fiber Braid) Feet Meter Inch 5 to 8 19 to 30 To 50 To 15...
910106 – Web Grinder Hose Connecting Procedures 1. Stop the engine before connecting the tool and or hoses to the OFF power unit, and when switching hoses or tools. 2. Turn the hydraulic on/off valve to the off position before starting the engine.
910106 – Web Grinder Disconnecting Hoses 1. Stop the hydraulic power source. 2. Depressurize the system. 3. Allow system and hydraulic fluid to cool. 4. Disconnect the supply (pressure) hose to the power source (pressure port) from the tool (IN port).
910106 – Web Grinder Section 3: Tool Operation Handle Adjustment The Web Grinder is operated from a T-handle. On the T-handle there is a trigger that is used to engage the grinder. • When the trigger is drawn to the handle the trigger link then activates the on/off valve and starts the grinder wheel spinning.
910106 – Web Grinder Tool Trigger and Trigger Lock 1. Check that trigger lock presses into handle tube easily and returns to locking position when released (Arrow A). 2. Check that trigger cannot be activated with the trigger lock in the released position.
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910106 – Web Grinder Reducing Bushings If reducing bushings are used in a wheel's mounting hole, check that it does not protrude beyond the surface of the wheel. Bushings that are too thick will not allow the backups to contact the wheel properly.
910106 – Web Grinder Positioning on Rail When positioning on the rail, the Web Grinder frame should start out at a slight angle to the rail. 1. Set the roller end over the ball of the rail so the end hook drops below the ball.
910106 – Web Grinder Section 4: Maintenance It is highly recommended to practice regular check-ups and maintenance in accordance with the usage frequency to keep your tool in better condition and reduces total running costs. Do not perform maintenance on the Web Grinder while the hydraulic power source motor is running or when hoses are connected.
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910106 – Web Grinder Monthly Perform a detailed inspection of the systems hoses and fittings according to the hydraulic hose • operator’s manual and as stated in SAE standard j1273, May 1989 or latest revision. Replace the hoses and/or fittings if necessary.
910106 – Web Grinder Troubleshooting The following chart can be used as a guide to correct any problem you may experience with the tool. To determine the problem in operation of the lag driver always check that the hydraulic power source is supplying the correct hydraulic flow and pressure to the tool as listed in the table.
910106 – Web Grinder Section 5: Parts and Service Support Technical Support & Service Telephone and web-based technical support is available for current production models through our Technical Service Department. Service Manuals and limited technical support may be available for models that are no longer in production.