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Operating Instructions ECKOLD KRAFTFORMER KF 170 PD Date of issue: 2018-05-09 English Illustrations and measurements unbinding. Subject to change without notice. Translation of the original instructions...
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General information Dear valued customer, You have purchased an ECKOLD product, which is characterised by its high quality and durability. We would like to congratulate on making this purchase. This product is sure to bring you plenty of joy and provide great service during your day-to-day work. Our customer services and sales staff are always happy to help if you have any technical questions.
Warranty ............................Technical data ........................Characteristic data........................Type plate ............................Short Description.......................... 2.3.1 Purpose of use ..........................2.3.2 Forming capacity of the Kraftformer KF 170 PD ..............Drive .............................. Mechanics............................2.5.1 Dimensions and weight ......................2.5.2 Ram postion ..........................2.5.3 Working stroke ..........................
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Check pneumatic switch- and control elements for visible damages........Maintenance..........................8.4.1 General information about maintenance .................. 8.4.2 Maintenance list..........................8.4.3 Mechanical components......................8.4.3.1 Maintenance of standard forming tools ..................8.4.3.2 Lubrication instruction........................ 8.4.3.3 Air servicing unit .......................... Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
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Order form ............................ 10.3 Customer Service Adress ......................Machine Spare Parts List (MEL)..................MEL-1 11.1 Kraftformer KF 170 PD ......................MEL-1 11.2 Apparatus head KF 170 PD ....................MEL-2 11.3 Housing ............................ MEL-3 11.3.1 Housing ............................ MEL-4 11.3.2 ............................MEL-5 11.3.3...
We reserve the right to alterations without prior notice in the course of the technical developments. For all inquiries please state the ECKOLD contract No./Serial No. We wish you a lot of success with the ECKOLD Kraftformer type KF 170 PD. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
++41– 81 354 12 70 Telefax ++41– 81 354 12 01 e mail machines@eckold.ch www.eckold.com Customer data Company Street / No. ZIP code / City Country Phone e Mail Type plate Pic. 2.2 - Type plate Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
2.0 mm thickness. The single stroke operati- on makes the KF 170 PD ideal for correcting and adjusting jobs – and it can be used for punching, notching and clinching (connecting of sheet metal and profile sections).
93 kg Weight (with stand) ca. 151 kg 560 mm (22.047 inch) (6.693 inch) 505 mm 790 mm 4 x d11 (31.10 inch) (19.882 inch) • without stand • with stand Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
• Protective measures: The lines that are marked with a dot contain mandatory instructions that must be strictly adhered to in order to prevent the above consequences. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Any functional disorders, especially those affecting the safety of the machine/plant, should therefore be recti- fied immediately! The ECKOLD-Kraftformer KF 170 PD has been designed exclusively for the driving of ECKOLD-tools for the non-cutting cold shaping of sheet metals and profiles.
Ensure that the operating manual is available to your personnel so that they can familiarize themselves with the content. • Personnel: Follow all instructions listed in the operating manual. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
The following areas are danger zones of the product: In the working range of the ram, in particular between the tools On the component (metal sheet) which is to be processed In the whole access area around the product Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
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— Personnel who have been assigned with maintenance (service, inspection, repair). — Personnel who have been assigned with transport. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Always wear protective gloves when processing components on the Kraftformer. Eye protection Always wear eye protection when processing components on the Kraftformer. Safety boots Always wear safety shoes when processing components or when changing tools. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Inspect the package for visible damage and journalize them at the acceptance oft the delivery by the carrier. • In sever damage inform immediately your transport insurance to secure your claim on compensation for damages. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Adjust the forks of the forklift to the maximum possible width! The centre of gravity of this unit is quite high. Danger of tilting! Please handle with extreme care to avoid damages and/or injuries. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
SW 17 DIN 894 SW 24 DIN 894 (only for delivery KF 170 PD with stand) Degree of Disassembly The following work must be carried out in order to create operational conditions: 1. Set up of the machine (see page 22) 2.
Place the machine on a solid and flat underground. Fastening the machine to the floor is not necessary. Clean the Kraftformer from possible soiling such as packing residue, dust, and the similar. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
• Apparatus heads securely on a stable workbench fix Apparatus heads have to be securely fastened to a sturdy workbench by means of screws. 140 mm 186 mm Pic. 4.8.1 - Fastening of Apparatus head Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
• Two persons are required to swivel up the Apparatus head Remove transport security profiles. Pic. 4.8.3a - Remove transport security profiles. Have two persons swivel up the Apparatus head. Pic. 4.8.3b - Swivelling up of Apparatus head Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Ensure good illumination of the workplace of the press and the workplace environment. • The working area and environment of the Kraftformer must be illuminated sufficiently according to DIN 5035 (min. 300 Lux). Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
— The centre of gravity of this unit is quite high. Danger of tilting! —> Damages on the product • Transport machine only with great caution. The two wheels on the stand make the KF 170 PD machines mobile so that they can be easily moved to another workplace. 4.11...
Construction and Operation General Description The Eckold Kraftformer KF 170 PD is a product from the wide Eckold product range of machines and tools for chipless coldforming of sheet metal and profile sections. Materials in condition to be shaped, from 0,5 bis 2,0 mm thickness can be shrinked, stretched, domed, pla- nished, corrected, clinched, punched, notched or adjusted with the suitable original ECKOLD shaping tools.
Construction and Operation Application areas The Kraftformer KF 170 PD used for cold forming of sheet metal and profiles made of steel, light metal, nonferrous metal and stainless steel. Standard forming-tools are available for above operations. Please compare the respective tooling and tooling spare parts catalogue.
Foot switch 5.5.1 Lever for single- or continuous stroke By turning the lever in the respective direc- tion the KF 170 PD machine can be swit- ched either to the single stroke or to the continuous stroke mode. Single stroke...
IMPORTANT The tools ASW 42 K (Notching tool), LSW1K (Punching tool) and DFW 1 K (Clinching tool) must only operated in single stroke mode! Otherwise tools will be damaged or even destroyed! Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Connect the air supply as shown under (c) and fasten it securely. ø 9 mm Pic. 6.2 - Connecting air supply Open the stop cock (1) and check that the required 6 bar of pneumatic pressure are indeed avai- lable (2). Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Loosen the tool locking levers and pull the tool straight out or push it in all the way. Pic. 6.3 - Mounting / Dismantling of the forming tools IMPORTANT Do not forget to clamp the tools in securely! Tool shelf Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
The apparatus head (1) is slewable. The apparatus head can be swivelled by approx. 15 degrees after loose- ning the clamping levers (2) to set it to the most suitable working height. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Make sure that compatible forming tools are installed in the upper and lower tool holding fixtures (same type and size) 3. Now process your component according to the directives in the chapter “Processing of components”. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Insert the material between the contacting surfaces of the tools and lower the ram until you feel the tools working on the material starting the forming. The working pressure can be adjusted by turning the adjusting knob. Slowly lead the component between the tool halves with your hands. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
This adjustment does not change the stroke length. This scale shows the basic position. Fine adjustment in steps of 0.1 mm is shown on the handwheel. Handwheel = 6.0 ram position +/- 0,1 mm Pic. 7.5 - Adjusting ram postion Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
The handwheel has to be turned anti-clockwise to lower the ram position (1). The handwheel has to be turned clockwise to lift the ram position (2). First loosen the clamping lever (A). After adjustment lock the clamping lever. Pic. 7.6 - Adjustment of ram Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Pic. 7.7 - Ram stroke limitation IMPORTANT Turn the knob carefully when reaching the upper and the lower position! The knob can be jammed when it is turned too quick or too strong against the end position. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Pic. 7.8 a - Setting of ram position for the clinching - 1st step IMPORTANT We strongly recommend to preceed STEP by STEP, beginning from ZERO position. This way you avoid OVER-LOADING and DAMAGE to punch and die and to the tool. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
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• Repeat this procedure until you reach the correct form of the joining point. • Control the joint as described in your pressjoining manual. Pic. 7.8 c - Setting of ram position for the clinching - Next steps Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
In all forming tools rubber-metal combinations are essential construction elements. These can be damaged by lubricants. IMPORTANT The ECKOLD Elastic-Forming Tools are designed and manufactured for use in Kraftformer Machine. They will be damaged or destroyed when used in other machines.
The machine should only be repaired by trained and qualified personnel. Improper repairs can cause acci- dents. Do not work with oily hands. Pay close attention to the highest standard of cleanliness during all maintenance operations. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
• Machine/plant may not be cleaned with water or steam jet (high-pressure cleaner)! • Apply low inflammable cleaning liquid (if needed at all) with extreme care. • Inspect the product for damage after the cleaning! Let qualified personnel repair any detected faults! Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
8.3.1.5 Check the tools for secure fit • Disconnect the air supply. • Check to see if the tools sit securely. If the tools are loose: • Install the loose tool properly. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Check that all labels are attached to the product, and legible If the signs become dirty: • Clean all dirty signs If signs are missing: • Place new signs on the product Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Ensure that operation with the product is not resumed (e.g. using warning signs). • Get the damage repaired immediately by the maintenance service of your company, or through the customer service department of the machine manufacturer. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Do not try to force an achievement of the original forming power by using higher working pressure. This leads to an overload of the machine and tool. • For ordering spare parts, please use the tool catalogue. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Use only the given lubricants or ones of the same quality. The grease gun delivered with the machine is filled with this grease. All lubrication points have been provided with sufficient lubricant by the manufacturer. Therfore, no lubri- cation is necessary when putting the machine into service. Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
- Stop-cock [1] ON/OFF (normally in ON position) - Pressure reducing valve [2] adjustable Condensed water has to be emptied periodically, 1 turn of the knurled screw [3] Pic. 8.4.3.2 - Air servicing unit Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Directory of changes The current date of issue and corresponding edition number are noted on the cover sheet of the operating instructions. Date of issue Version Note and change 2018-05-09 Document creation Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
ATTENTION Indicates a potentially damaging situation. If it is not avoided, the machine or property close to it might be damaged. Indicates tips and other instructions that are particularly useful. IMPORTANT Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Registration sheet for the operating hours Datum Stunden Gesamt Datum Stunden Gesamt Datum Stunden Gesamt Date Hours Total Date Hours Total Date Hours Total Übertrag Übertrag Carry-over Carry-over Gesamtstunden Gesamtstunden Gesamtstunden Total hours Total hours Total hours Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Unit/Machine and thereby adversely affect the active and/or the passive operating safety. ECKOLD declines to accept any guarantee or liability for damage which results through the use of parts and accessories which are not original.
_____________ Country _____________________________ Factory-No. _____________ Phone _____________________________ Order-No. _____________ E-Mail _____________________________ Year of construction _____________ Item No. Description Qty. Type / Dimension 258.270.0026 Tension disc, light M 8 d 18/8.4 x 1 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
_____________ Phone _____________________________ Order-No. _____________ E-Mail _____________________________ Year of construction _____________ Item No. Designation Type / Dimension Send copy of the order form: ECKOLD AG Rheinstrasse 8 CH-7203 Trimmis eMail : machines@eckold.ch Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG...
Eccentric lever 023.125.0029 Return motion device 023.125.0014 Covering 023.125.0015 Covering PG 11 021.300.1005 Tool holder PG 16 024.910.0017 Indicator 255.060.0201 Spherical head notched nail st DIN 1476 d 2 x 4 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-3...
Bush, maintenance-free 18 x 20 x 15 mm 261.003.1350 Plain bearing bush in bronze 30 x 34 x 30 mm 261.003.1900 Plain bearing bush in bronze 45 x 50 x 30 mm Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-4...
ISO 7379 6 / M 5 x 20 261.004.0024 Bush, maintenance-free d 10 x d 12 x 10 023.910.0314 Set collar 023.910.0226 Dinstance ring 256.021.1002 Setscrew black DIN 913 M 6 x 8 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-5...
Clamping lever with threaded bolt MR. 63 p-M 8x16 258.270.0026 Tension disc, light M 8 d 18/8.4 x 1 258.340.0007 Safety-ring for shaft bl. st. DIN 471 d 10 023.910.0316 Tension piece 023.910.0275 Covering Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-6...
12.5 / d 25 / Lo 102 256.021.1315 Setscrew black DIN 913 M 12 X 80 253.002.0413 Hexagon screw DIN 933 M 8 x 45 257.002.0160 Hexagon nut DIN 439B M12x0.5d Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-7...
DIN 2098 0.63 x Dm5.0 x 38.5 260.009.0062 Clamping leves with threaded bolt MR.63 p-M 6 x 40 252.020.0106 Cap screw DIN 6912 M 5 x 20 252.020.0101 Cap screw DIN 7984 M 5 x 10 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-8...
020.910.0011 Pulling rod 021.400.1009 Tool holder 020.910.0018 260.002.0103 Clamping lever J 2 M 8 252.140.0102 Cap screw M 5 x12 266.000.0320 Pressure spring DIN 2095 0.63 x Da 11.6 x 26 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-9...
DIN 2097 1.1 x Da 9.9 x Lk 22 023.910.0318 Disc 255.002.1015 Dowel pins DIN 6325 ø8m6 x 60 023.910.0282 Spindle housing 266.700.0050 Spring d 40 80 Shore A 258.321.0017 Snap ring DIN 7993 B d 40 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-10...
Machine Spare Parts List (MEL) 11.5 Pneumatic cylinder 023.125.0001 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-12...
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NG 12-G1/2" 277.003.0410 Muffler G 3/8" 252.000.0407 Cap screw DIN 912 M 8x25 023.910.0317 Clamp 266.011.0895 Pressure spring Dm 8 x d 0.8 x Lo 68 277.000.4118 Sealing ring G 1/2" Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-13...
258.021.0004 Washer with basil DIN 125 B M 10 253.021.0105 Self tapping hexagon screw DIN 7500 M 5 x 10 253.021.0040 Self tapping hexagon screw DIN 7500 M 4 x 25 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-14...
257.600.0020 Lubricating nipple D 6 K 1A 256.021.1103 Setscrew DIN 913 M 8 x 12 252.000.0203 Cap screw DIN 912 M 5 x 12 256.021.1202 Setscrew DIN 913 M10 x 12 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-16...
DIN 931 M 10 x 20 253.003.0609 Hexagon screw DIN 931 M 10 x 35 257.110.0180 Hexagon nut DIN 934 M 10 023.910.0306 Rubber mat 252.102.0065 Fork wrench SW 24 DIN 894 Kraftformer KF 170 PD 2018-05-09 | ECKOLD AG MEL-20...