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REX FP50A Series Operation Manual

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PIPE THREADING MACHINE
FP50A / FR50A
OPERATION MANUAL
          
- Be sure to hand this Operation Manual to the user.
- To ensure safe and efficient use, read the manual thoroughly
before using the machine.
- Be sure to keep the Operation Manual where the operator
can refer to it whenever necessary.
Date of purchase:    Year     Month
Distributor / Dealer:
Be sure to read this Operation Manual
before using the machine.
- Note -
50/60Hz
Series

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  • Page 1 50/60Hz PIPE THREADING MACHINE FP50A / FR50A Series OPERATION MANUAL Be sure to read this Operation Manual before using the machine.            - Note - - Be sure to hand this Operation Manual to the user. - To ensure safe and efficient use, read the manual thoroughly before using the machine.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Considerations on pages 1 & 2 and Precautions on pages 3 & 4. To avoid accident and injury, never use the machine for any purposes other than those described in this Operation Manual. Should you need further advice, contact your distributor, dealer or REX INDUSTRIES CO., LTD. CONTENTS Safety Considerations .......................

  • Page 3: Safety Considerations

    Safety Considerations WARNING 1. Ensure you use the correct voltage. - Be sure to use the voltage indicated on the name plate of the main unit or in the Operation Manual. If the voltage is different from the voltage indicated, overheating, smoke or fire may occur. 2.
  • Page 4 19. Store carefully when the machine is not in use. - Store in a dry place away from children and locked with a key. 20. For overhaul and repair of the machine, ask an appointed REX agent. - Our products comply with corresponding safety standards. Do not remodel.

  • Page 5: Precautions

    Precautions WARNING 1. Take care when handling the blades.    - To prevent accidents and injuries, take special care when handling blades such as Dies, Reamer, Pipe cutter and Carbide cutter.    2. Do not put your hands or face near rotating parts when the machine is in use.   ...
  • Page 6 Precautions Cutting - Using the Pipe cutter CAUTION When cutting pipes, turn the Cutter handle no faster than ½ rotation per rotation of the pipe. - If the Cutter handle is turned too quickly when engaging the pipe, it can distort the shape of the pipe and may not make a proper thread.

  • Page 7: Main Parts, Specifications, Standard Accessories, Usage

    Main Parts, Specifications, Standard Accessories, Usage Main parts REAR Rear chuck Cutter handle scroll Hammer chuck Die- Oil pan Base head Reamer Rear chuck scroll Scrap receiver ON/OFF switch Side cover Carriage Rear grip Carriage Cabtyre cord handle Cam switch Drain plug FP50AV / FR50AV FP50AV-CE...

  • Page 8: Getting Ready

    - Mounting on Pipe stands Using third-party Pipe stands may result in the machine falling over. Ensure you use only genuine REX stands. Fig. 3 Insert the stands into the sockets located in each corner of the bottom of Base, and fix in position with the four M8 Hex bolts provided.

  • Page 9: Removing Or Replacing The Dies

    Getting Ready (Removing or replacing the Dies) 5. Removing or replacing the Dies Manual-open Die-head Eccentric Knock to the right (There is no need to remove the Die-head from the machine.) handle Removing the Dies Lever nut Loosen - Knock the Eccentric handle to the right, loosen the Lever nut and push the Eccentric handle over to the far left.

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Pipe / Removing The Pipe

    Getting Ready (Removing or replacing the Dies / Setting up, Removing the pipe) 5. Removing or replacing the Dies Auto-open lever A Uni auto V Die-head （There is no need to remove the Die-head from the machine.） 2. Loosen Lever 1.

  • Page 11: Power Supply

    Long pipe (Fig. 17) Use the REX Pipe support Model: Hi-Support Code No.170051 Keeps long pipes stable. Fig. 18...

  • Page 12: Checks Before Starting / Ce Compliant Switch

    Getting Ready (Checks before starting / CE compliant switch) 8. Checks before starting WARNING Carry out the following checks before starting to cut or thread pipes. Should any problems arise, refer to "Trouble- shooting" at the end of this Operation Manual and follow the appropriate instructions. Continuing to use the machine when a problem has arisen can lead to accident or injury.

  • Page 13: Cutting Pipes / Precautions When Threading

    Getting Ready (Cutting pipes) 9. Cutting pipes - Raise the Die-head and Reamer. Cutter handle Cutter handle - Position the pipe so that it is ready for cutting and fasten the pipe securely with the Hammer chuck. - Open the Pipe cutter wider than the diameter of the pipe, lower it into position and turn the Cutter handle, bringing the Cutter close to the position where the Cutter wheel and the Cutter rollers lightly press against the pipe.

  • Page 14: Reaming / Points To Watch When Threading

    Getting Ready (Reaming / Points to watch when threading) 10. Reaming Reamer Reamer shaft  - After cutting the pipe with the Cutter, be sure to use the Reamer to chamfer the inside of the pipe before making a thread.   (Figs. 26, 27) 2.

  • Page 15: Operation Guide

    Operation Guide (Cutting threads : Manual-open Die-head / NV-auto Die-head) 11. Cutting threads (Manual-open Die-head） Eccentric handle When using a Manual-open Die-head (½ - 2"), check that the Die Lever nut -head and Dies you are using are suitable for the pipe you are working on.

  • Page 16: Cutting Threads (Nv-Auto Die-Head)

    Operation Guide Cutting threads : NV-auto Die-head - Press down on the Open lever to put it into the 'Set' position. Open lever (Fig. 34) Open - Switch the machine on and oil will start flowing automatically from the Die-head. Auto-open lever Fig.

  • Page 17: Cutting Threads (Uni-Auto V Die-Head)

    Operation Guide (Cutting threads : Uni-auto V Die-head 13. Cutting threads (Uni-auto V Die-head) Push the Cam-plate up and set the Auto-open lever in position. As the Dies travel along the pipe, the end of the pipe comes into contact with the lever and pushes it out of its groove to release the Dies.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Oil Flow

    Operation Guide Adjusting the oil flow / Measuring threads with a gauge) 14. Adjusting the oil flow CAUTION Do not adjust the oil flow while the machine is rotating. You can adjust the oil flow from the Die-head. - With the Die-head in threading mode, remove the Oil pan and check the discharge of the oil.

  • Page 19: Optional Accessories

    Operation Guide (Measuring threads with a Gauge) Unacceptable threads Correct thread  - Irregular shaped threads (Fig. 45-1)  Recognising irregular shaped threads   a.Visually inspect the thread after wiping off any oil or dirt with a rag; you will find a wave-like formation.   b.Gently check the surface of the thread with your fingers, feel -ing for any irregularity.

  • Page 20: Maintenance And Care

    Optional Accessories Nipple attachments - REX Nipple Attachments are designed to be used together with our pipe threading machine to produce nipples easily. (Fig. 46 -1, 2) - Refer to Minimum Length of Nipples (Table 6) to select the appro -priate size.

  • Page 21: Cleaning The Tank

    This machine is produced with great precision; therefore, should the machine fail to operate normally, do not repair it by yourself; contact your distributor, dealer or REX INDUSTRIES CO., LTD. If parts are required or if you have any questions, please contact us at your earliest convenience.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    - If the problem and remedy are not shown in the table, or if the table indicates that you should have the unit repaired or serviced, consult your distributor, dealer or REX INDUSTRIES CO., LTD. - If this product is repaired by someone who does not have the proper knowledge or technical skill to do so, the product may not operate properly, or an accident or injury may occur.

  • Page 23: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of Symbols Explanation of Symbols SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand the Operation Manual before using the machine. RISK OF EAR INJURY Wear an ear protection. RISK OF EYE INJURY   Wear an eye protection. LIFTING HAZARD Heavy object - mechanical lift only ELECTRICAL HAZARD This machine is to be operated by trained personnel only.
  • Page 24 - if the machine has been handled in an inappropriate way. 2. REX will accept no responsibility under the following circumstances: - if a malfunction or accident occurs as a result of fire, abnormal fluctuations in voltage, damage from flood, earthquakes, lightning or other natural disasters, war, conflict, riot, terrorism or pollution, etc.

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Fr50a series

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