Kurt SCD430 Operating Instructions Manual

Kurt SCD430 Operating Instructions Manual

Self-centering vise

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SCD430
SELF-CENTERING
VISE
Operating Instruction Manual
SCD430
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 SCD430 SELF-CENTERING VISE Operating Instruction Manual SCD430 ENGLISH...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions ....................5-9 Mounting & Chip Guard Instructions................10 Centerline & Gibs Adjustment ..................11 SCD430 Parts List......................12 SCD430 Mechanical Drawing ..................13 Maintenance Schedule ..................14-15 Troubleshooting Tips ....................16 Maintenance Log/Notes .................... 17 Warranty ........................18 VISE DATA Use this to fill out information about your vise for quick reference.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Kurt DX6 vise. You have just purchased one Thank you for purchasing a Kurt SCD430 vise. You have just purchased one of the best machine vises in the industry. The outstanding accuracy of this product is second to none. Backed by a lifetime warranty, this of the best machine vises in the industry.
  • Page 4: Setup Instructions

    SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Now that you have your new Kurt Vise, it’s time to set-up and begin using it. You will see that your new vise comes with a Kurt swivel handle and chip guard in the shipping carton (instruction manual available online at www.kurtworkholding.com).
  • Page 5: Operating Instructions

    If you need more clamping force you may require a larger vise. To properly clamp a part in your Kurt vise, you should place the part 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.
  • Page 6 Fig.2 Sketch #2A Incorrect part clamping. Vise width centerline Sketch #2B Correct part clamping. Sketch #2C Correct part clamping. Sketch #2D Correct part clamping. Dummy spacer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 7 JAW PLATE POSITIONING Fig.3 Fig.3 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 8 SIDE, TOP & END VIEW Fig.4 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 9 MOUNTING LOCATIONS Fig.5 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 10: Mounting & Chip Guard Instructions

    The SCD430 can be properly located using the two English sine key holes indicated by the GG's in figure 5 above. The SCD430 can be bolted down using the six 5/16" bolt holes indicated in figure 5 above by JJ or by the two 3/8"...
  • Page 11: Centerline & Gibs Adjustment

    5. Tighten lock screws in both threaded shaft collars. Adjusting Gibs for Accuracy The SCD430 also has adjustable gibs in each movable jaw to allow for maximum accuracy. There are two gibs in each movable jaw and can be adjusted to provide a close running fit with the center way. For most applications, one movable jaw should be adjusted to have a close running fit with the center way;...
  • Page 12: Scd430 Parts List

    SCD430 Parts List SCD640 PARTS LIST...
  • Page 13: Scd430 Mechanical Drawing

    DX6 Mechanical Drawing SCD430 Mechanical Drawing Fig.6 DX6 Mechanical Drawing | ENLGISH SCD640 MECHANICAL DRAWING...
  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule It is very important to perform regular maintenance on your Kurt vise to ensure proper operation. Improper maintenance will result in poor vise performance and may void your warranty. Daily/ Weekly Remove chips from surface of vise. Visually inspect seals for damage and cleanliness.
  • Page 15 3 to 6 months Install the threaded collar. While holding screw from turning, lightly snug threaded collar to the holding block. Tighten lock screw on the collar. Inspect the wiper seals (#5, fig. 6) on the nuts. Remove any chip build Oil all exposed surfaces of the screw and apply a small film to the top surface of the vise bed.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips If properly maintained, The Kurt SCD430 vise will operate trouble free for many years. In some cases, it will be necessary to troubleshoot. Use the information below to help in the process. Problem: My vise turns hard. Tip: Allow for break in of vise.
  • Page 17: Maintenance Log/Notes

    MAINTENANCE LOG/NOTES: MAINTENANCE LOG/NOTES...
  • Page 18: Warranty

    The sole obligation of Kurt Manufacturing Company, Inc. (Kurt) and the purchaser’s SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY hereunder, shall be limited to the replacement or repair of any Kurt product or part (by an authorized Kurt technician) which are returned to Kurt Manufacturing Company’s place of business, transportation, shipping and postal charges prepaid,...
  • Page 19 Kurt Industrial Products // A Division Of Kurt Manufacturing 9445 East River Road NW | Mpls, MN 55433 | workholding@kurt.com Phone 763-574-8309 | Toll Free 877-226-7823 Fax 763-574-8318 | Toll Free Fax 877-226-7823 Manual Revision:...

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