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- Page 1 Mini Groove ™ High Security Automotive Key Duplicator No. 8000MGDC © 2012 HPC • Schiller Park, IL • 60176 • USA • www.hpcworld.com 061512 360MG_000_PR...
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Page 2: Introduction
Groove ™ . Also, please complete and return the enclosed warranty registration card. We are confident your Mini Groove ™ will provide years of service for you. If you have any questions or comments about this machine (or any HPC products), please contact us. Thank you, HPC, Inc. - Page 3 Visit us online at: www.hpcworld.com Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
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Page 5: Product Packaging Checklist
1. Product Packaging Checklist DC Cable Instruction Manual (No. MGDC-CABLE) (No. 8000MGDC-MAN) Charger Unit No. MGDC-C120 Other Chargers: No. MGDC-C240E No. MGDC-C240UK No. MGDC-C240AU Allen Wrench, 1/16" Allen Wrench, 3/32" Cutter, 3/32" (2.5mm) (No. WRENCH-10) (No. WRENCH-4) No. CW-332 (installed) Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC... -
Page 6: Parts Designation
2. Parts Designation Master Height Adjusting Knob Cover Cuttershaft Mandrel Motor Activation Switch Cutter Set Screw Power Switch Cutter Key Blank Side Jaw Tracershaft Mandrel Wing Nut Tracer Adjustment Set Screw Platform Guide Handle Tracer Key Retaining Plate Original Side Jaw Y Motion Platform Charger Port Tip Stop... -
Page 7: Holding And Gauging Of Keys
3. Holding And Gauging Of Keys To ensure accurate duplication, it is imperative to gauge both the original key and the key blank in exactly the same way. The original key and the key blank must be flat (not tilted) and held securely in the jaws. There are 2 slots in the jaws for inserting the tip stop. - Page 8 Note: If interference is detected the removal of plates and screws will be necessary. They should be stored in a location where they can easily be retrieved for use when needed. 1/16'' Allen Wrench (#4.40 Buttonhead screw) Depending on the design of the keys, it may be necessary to use the Key Retaining Plates on top of the jaws to hold the keys securely.
- Page 9 • Gauge and secure the original key. • Before loading the key blank, adjust the cutter and tracer height to properly engage the track of the key. Position the carriage so that the tracer is over the track of the key. Using the Height Adjusting Knob, lower the tracer so that it touches the key (in a cut position) and impedes movement of the carriage.
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Page 10: Cutting Keys
4. Cutting Keys Switch the Power Switch to ON. • Switch the Motor Activation Switch to ON. • Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC... - Page 11 Guide the platform inward and use the tracer to follow the angles of the cut along one side of the key, then back out the platform guiding the tracer along the other side of the key. The cutter will cut an identical path on the key blank. Keep tracing until all of the key has been cut.
- Page 12 Note: You may notice a very slight re- moval of the black coating on the cutter side jaws. This is a normal occurrence and in no way will it interfere with the Mini Groove performance. Switch off the Motor Activation Switch, and repeat the gauging and cutting procedures on the other side of the key.
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Page 13: Machine Calibration
5. Machine Calibration Calibration is achieved by adjusting the spring loaded tracer to the exact height of the cutter which is fixed in place by a 3/32" set screw. Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC... - Page 14 Switch Power Off The calibration is performed using a small piece of paper between the top of the jaw and the cutter and the tracer. This is done to prevent damage to these as well as the internal components of this machine. 1.
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Page 15: Changing The Cutter
6. Changing the Cutter When the cutter becomes worn you will need to replace it with a new cutter. The cutter is held in place by 1 set screw on the mandrel. Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC... - Page 16 Loosen the screw with the supplied Allen wrench, and cutter will be easily removed from the collet. Any unworn sharp edged 3/32nds Allen wrench can be used. (The thread size is 10/32"). Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC...
- Page 17 Install the new cutter and retighten the set screw, on the flat of cutter. Make sure that the cutter is tight in the collet. Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC...
- Page 18 You will then need to recalibrate your machine to make sure that the tracer and the cutter are equal in height. Refer to Section 5 for Calibration procedures. Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC...
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Page 19: Changing The Lamp
7. Changing the Lamp To replace the bulb, you will need to remove the cover over the bulb. Unscrew the lamp cover, and unscrew the bulb from the base of the machine. Replace the worn out bulb with a new one, test the new bulb and replace the cover. -
Page 20: Charging
8. Charging The Mini Groove ™ is supplied with a battery charger. This is to be used only for re-charging the battery. Do not switch the machine on while the charger is plugged in! When the motor begins to slow down, the battery should be charged for 12-24 hours. Connect the charger unit to the machine via the charger port located at the upper right rear section of the machine base. -
Page 21: Exploded View And Parts List
9. Exploded View And Parts List Mini Groove ™ 8000MGDC... - Page 22 Mini Groove ™ Parts List Number Description Part No. 1 ..... . . Locking Knob Retaining Screw ........MGDC-1 2 .
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Page 23: Warranty And Service
10. Maintenance, Warranty, and Service The carriage can be removed from the platform for easier cleaning. Slide the carriage to the back of the platform to access the set screw. Lowering this set screw will allow you to slide the carriage off the platform. CLEANING Remove all brass chips, dirt, and grit from the surface of your machine during the key cutting process with a soft bristle brush. - Page 24 Make sure your business name, address and phone number, as well as the name of the contact person are on the letter. Your machine should be equipped with an HPC cutter when it is sent in for repairs. If you are sending in a Blitz...
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