CONTENTS Intended use General safety rules Information Plate Symbols Specification Operational safety procedures Operating instructions Control panel operation Gear selection Extension cable selection Mounting of cutters Capstan operation Remedies for hole making problems Wiring diagram Exploded view of complete machines Exploded view of gearbox and motor units Control panel parts and list Fitting the chuck...
INTENDED USE The intended use of this magnetic drill is to drill holes in ferrous metals. The magnet is used to hold the drill in place whilst the drill is functioning. It is designed for use in fabrication, construction, railways, petrochemical and any other applications when drilling ferrous metal. Any deviation from its intended use will not be covered by warranty.
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Personal Safety Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
INFORMATION PLATE SYMBOLS Refer to the user manual for operational and safety issues with regards to this machine. Dispose of the machine and electrical components correctly. Eye protection must be worn when operating the machine. Ear defenders must be worn when operating the machine.
SPECIFICATION Maximum hole cutting capacity in .2/.3C steel = 40mm dia. x 50mm deep Arbor bore = 19.05mm (3/4”) dia. Element Element Motor Unit 40/1Perm 40/3Perm Voltages 110V 50-60Hz 230V 50-60Hz Normal Full Load 1200W 210mm long Size 90mm wide Holding Force at 20°C with 25mm minimum plate thickness The use on any material less than 1”m thick will progressively reduce the magnetic performance.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY PROCEDURES READ BEFORE USING THE MACHINE • Always take care when lifting and transporting this this machine. The maximum lifting weight for one person is 25kgs. See Fig.1 • When using electrical tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, and personal injury.
(Refer to routine maintenance instructions). • Only use approved cutting fluid do not use water diluted cutting oil. Rotabroach cutting fluid has been specially formulated to maximise the cutters performance. It is available in 1 litre (RD208) and 5 litre (RD229).
CONTROL PANEL OPERATION 1) Magnet ON 2) Motor switch Move the mechanical magnet switch, located on the When the magnet is in the ON position, the GREEN back of the magnet to the ON position. The LED will switch will light up to indicate the motor is ready to start. light up either red of green depending on if sufficient magnetic adhesion has been achieved.
GEAR SELECTION The Element 40 PERM magnetic drill is fitted with a 2 speed gearbox. The gear is used to reduce the output speed when using larger cutters. Up to 30mm diameter cutters, gear position 1 should be used.
Should the mains cable become damaged and need replacing, please ensure this is carried out only be an approved Rotabroach Engineer. Assuming a normal AC supply of the correct voltage, it is recommended that the following...
REMEDIES FOR HOLE MAKIING PROBLEMS Problems Cause Remedy Attach an additional piece of metal under the magnet, or mechanically Material being cut may be too thin clamp magnetic base to work- for efficient holding. piece. Swarf or dirt under magnet. 1) Magnetic base Clean magnet.
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REMEDIES FOR HOLE MAKIING PROBLEMS CONT. Problems Cause Remedy Remove cutter, clean part thor- oughly and replace. Always have a new cutter on hand to refer to for correct tooth geome- try, together with instruction sheet. Steel swarf or dirt under cutter. See causes and remedies (2).
WIRING DIAGRAM Function Wire Colour Mains Neutral Input Blue Motor Neutral Output Black Motor Live Outpur Mains Live Input Brown Function Wire Colour Motor ‘Stop’ Switch 0V White Motor ‘Stop’ Switch +5V White Motor ‘Start’ Switch 0V White Motor ‘Start’ Switch +5V White Magnet ‘ON’...
CONTROL PANEL PARTS AND LIST Item No. Rotabroach P/N Description Qty/Pcs RDA4052 Red Motor Switch RDA4051 Green Motor Switch RDC4093 Green LED RDA4036 Screw M3 X 12 BTTN HD RDB3121 Control Panel Cover RDB3100PERM (110V) Control Plate RDB3101PERM (230V) RDA4019...
Replacing the chuck is the reverse sequence. MAINTENANCE In order to ‘get the best life’ out of your Rotabroach machine always keep it in good working order. A number of items must always be checked on Rotabroach machines. Always before starting any job make sure the machine is in good working order and that there are no damaged or loose parts.
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Magnetic base Before every operation the magnetic base should be checked to make sure that the base is flat and there is no damage present. An uneven magnet base will cause the magnet not to hold as efficiently and may cause injury to the operator. Adjustment of slide and bearing bracket alignment.
TROUBLE SHOOTING - The magnet switch is not connected to the power supply - Damaged or defective wiring - Defective fuse Magnet and motor do not function - Defective magnet switch - Defective control unit - Defective power supply - Damaged or defective wiring - Carbon brushes are stuck or worn out - Defective magnet switch Magnet does function, the...
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- Damaged or defective wiring - Bottom of magnet not clean and dry - Bottom of magnet not flat - Work piece is not bare metal Insufficient magnetic force - Work piece is not flat - Work piece is too thin less than 3/8” - Defective control unit - Defective magnet - Damaged / defective wiring...
CUTTING SELECTION AND SPEEDS Material Material Hardness Cutter Mild and free cutting steels <700N/mm² RAP or RAPL Mild and free cutting steels <850N/mm² SRCV or SRCVL Steel angle and joists <700N/mm² RAP or RAPL Steel angle and joists <850N/mm² SRCV or SRCVL Plate and sheet steel <700N/mm²...
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The data listed below is for reference purpose only, and indicate potential starting conditions. It is the responsibility of the site operation manager to determine correct application requirements. These are only starting points. They will vary with application and work piece condition. Material or Application Type Feed per Tooth (mm) Thin Walled Workpieces...
90 days, provided that the warranty registration card (or online registration) has been completed and returned to Rotabroach™ or its designated distributor within a period of (30) days from the purchase date. Failure to do so will void the warranty. If the stated is adhered to, Rotabroach™...
Based on the referenced test reports, the below product has been found to comply with the relevant harmonised standard(s) to the directive(s) listed on this verification at the time the tests were carried out. Name and address of manufacturer: Rotabroach Ltd Burgess Road, Sheffield Road, Sheffield S9 3WD, United Kingdom Product tested:...
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