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3.1.3. For installation see chapter 4.
3.1.4. Once installed, screw the pump handles into the appropriate pump arms.
3.1.6. Place v-blocks on work table ready for use. Take care to ensure the v-blocks do not fall from the work table.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that the work table is level and that either end rests upon the appropriate pin before use. Using the press when the table
is not level places excessive strain on the winch cable and main frame and is therefore extremely hazardous.
To level the table, lower using the winch until the lower end of the table rests upon the pin. Now loosen the cable fastening bolt on the
other end of the table (i.e. that end which is not resting on the pin, but still supported by the cable) whilst supporting its weight. Gently
lower the loose end of the table until it rests upon the pin. Now retighten the cable fixing bolt on that end.
3.1.7
The foot pump itself is to be bolted to the base of the frame as shown below:
3.1.8
Attach a length of the air hose to the foot pump outlet and run the hose up the side of the press to the top. Ensure the hose is held
securely to the side of the press (use the adhesive retainers provided) and out of the way of any moving parts.
3.1.9
Attach the free end of this length to the splitter.
3.2.0
Using a second length of the air hose provided, connect the splitter and the nozzle at the base of the hydraulic unit.
3.2.1
Using the third length of air hose, connect the splitter and the nozzle at the top of the ram.
The compressor should feed into the inlet on the foot pump.
Note: The minimum air supply should be 255ltr/min (9cfm) at 7 bar (102psi).
It is recommended that an air filter-lubricator unit is used for optimum performance and to prolong the life of the hydraulic unit.
The recommended setup for connecting the compressor is illustrated below:
4. INSTALLATION & OPERATING
4.1.
INSTALLATION.
4.1.1. Securely attach the press to a flat, firm, level surface taking into account clearance for working pieces.
4.1.2. Purge hydraulic system.
Before operating the press, purge the hydraulic system in order to eliminate any air that may have built up during transit. Open the
release valve and pump the handle several times. Should the system malfunction at any time, repeating this process may resolve the problem.
DANGER! Models are purpose designed to withstand greater loads than the hydraulic units can develop. For safety reasons, always
ensure the workpiece is secured on the table to ensure loads that flex will not suddenly "give" causing danger to operator or damage to compo-
nent.
Also ensure you have read and understood chapter 1 safety instructions.
4.2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
4.2.1. check that the release valve on the hydraulic unit is fully closed, ready for operation.
4.2.2. Place workpiece onto the work table or the two arbors appropriately positioned. Position the head of the hydraulic unit on the centre
of the workpiece using appropriate extension. Note: care must be taken to ensure an arbor does not fall from the press worktable.
4.2.3. DO NOT exceed the stroke indicated on the label or the red mark on the piston.
4.2.4. DO NOT apply off centre loads.
4.2.5. When work is complete release the pressure and the piston and the ram head will retract automatically.
Note: Always keep the piston, extension screw and pump piston retracted after use.
Foot pump
Mounting bracket
cross leg
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