Operating Instructions - Kurt HDL6 Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

For proper vise operation, insert the handle on to the hex end of the vise.
Rotate clockwise to clamp and counterclockwise to unclamp your vise.
This handle, combined with the correct amount of torque, will provide you
with all the clamping force you will need to machine your parts.
DO NOT use any other type of pressure to open or close your vise.
The uses of handle extensions, air impact wrenches, breaker bars, or
hammer strikes are not recommended and will void the warranty if used.
This will also cause damage to the thrust bearing and screw threads. If
you need more clamping force you may require a larger vise.
One-Sided Clamping:
To properly clamp a part in your Kurt double-station vise, you should
place the parts in the center of the jaws resting on the ways of the vise.
Clamping only on one side or above the movable and stationary jaws can
result in jaw lift or loss of accuracy. (See Fig. 2 on next page)
If one-sided clamping is necessary, you MUST use a dummy part on the
other side. When using parallels or step jaws, you must select a size that
keeps the bottom of the clamped part at or below the top of the movable
and stationary jaws.
Always use jaw plates for clamping. If jaw plates are not used, damage to
the mounting surface of the movable and stationary jaw will occur. This
will result in reduced clamping accuracy and repeatability.
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