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- Page 1 ™ ™ DX8H ROSS HYDRAULIC VISE Operating Instruction Manual DX8H / DX8HR ENGLISH...
- Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........................3 Setup Instructions ......................4 Operating Instructions ....................5-14 DX8H Parts List......................15 DX8H Mechanical Drawing ..................16 DX8HR Parts List......................17 DX8HR Mechanical Drawing ..................18 KHU8 Mechanical Drawing ..................19 Maintenance Schedule ..................20-22 Troubleshooting Tips ....................
- Page 3 Introduction INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Kurt DX6 vise. You have just purchased one Thank you for purchasing a Kurt DX8H 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 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 HYDRAULIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The DX8H can be operated hydraulically by hooking up the Kurt 8" Hydraulic Unit with a typical hydraulic pump or an air over hydraulic pump. Kurt offers several solutions for hydraulic pumps, one being the KHP3 air over hydraulic pump.
- Page 6 HYDRAULIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS For Basic Hydraulic Set-Up: 1. Remove plastic caps from pressure and release ports on Hydraulic pump. Install 90° fittings. 2. Remove plastic caps from pressure and release ports on hand or foot valve. Install straight fitting. 3. Install straight fitting on the Hydraulic Unit (1/8 NPTF) of the DX6H vise. 4.
- Page 7 HYDRAULIC SET-UP Fig.3 Fig.4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 8 HYDRAULIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig.5 Jaw Positioning: Once all plumbing is set up, it time to position jaws for hydraulic clamping. 1. Position jaws less than 1/4 inch from the part being clamped as is shown in figure 3 above. This is done manually by putting the handle onto the hex end and turning the screw until the jaws are in position.
- Page 9 HYDRAULIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Air Pressure Input to Hydraulic Pressure Output for Kurt Hydraulic Pump, KHP3 Flow and Pressure Performance Guides Fig.6 KHP3 Fluid Flow Against Pressure 4000 Max. Flow .68 gpm 3500 Max. Pressure 4,000 psi Air Pressure at: 3000...
- Page 10 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 11 Fig.7 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 12 JAW POSITIONING Fig.8 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 13 SIDE & END VIEW Fig.9 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 14 MOUNTING LOCATIONS Fig.10 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 15 SURFACE MOUNT USING SINE KEYS Mounting the new DX8H with keys requires the use of sine keys instead of standard keys. They are available in several different sizes that are listed on our website at www.kurtworkholding.com. The keys are sold in sets of 2 per package.
- Page 16 DX8H Parts List DX8H PARTS LIST...
- Page 17 DX6 Mechanical Drawing DX8H Mechanical Drawing Fig.12 DX6 Mechanical Drawing | ENLGISH DX8H MECHANICAL DRAWING...
- Page 18 DX8HR Parts List DX8HR PARTS LIST...
- Page 19 DX8HR Mechanical Drawing Fig.13 DX8HR MECHANICAL DRAWING...
- Page 20 KHU8 Mechanical Drawing Fig.14 KHU8 MECHANICAL DRAWING...
- Page 21 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 22 Tip the jaw so the front of the jaw (the side with the jaw plate) is on the vise bed. Lower the jaw on to the bed so that the segment contacts the hook part of the nut and rests the jaw on to the vise bed. Tighten the setscrew to firmly contact the nut.
- Page 23 3 to 6 months Open vise to maximum opening. Loosen the set-screw and remove the movable jaw. Remove spiral-retaining ring from handle end of the vise screw. Remove the screw support from the vise body. Remove the two-piece locking collar by removing the four SHCS. With one screw still half way out spin off the first collar.
- Page 24 Troubleshooting Tips If properly maintained, The Kurt DX8 Series 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.
- Page 25 MAINTENANCE LOG/NOTES: MAINTENANCE LOG/NOTES...
- Page 26 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 27 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:...