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- Page 1 HDHL4 Manual Hydraulic Assembly Operating Instructions Manual HDHL4 (English) & HDHLM4 (Metric) ENGLISH...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Vise Installation Instructions ..................5 Hydraulic Set-up ......................6-8 Operating Instructions ..................... 9-17 HDHL4 Parts List......................18 HDHL4 Mechanical Drawing ..................19 Maintenance Schedule ....................20 Assembly & Disassembly Instructions ............... 21 Troubleshooting Tips ....................22 Maintenance Log/Notes .................... 23 Warranty ........................ -
Page 3: Introduction
The outstanding accuracy of this product is second to none. Backed by a lifetime warranty, this Thank you for purchasing a Kurt HDHL4 vise. You have just purchased one of product will last forever when used and maintained properly. -
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. The handle is specifically designed to provide maximum torque to your vise (clamping force provided below). -
Page 5: Vise Installation Instructions
Vise Installation Instructions CAUTION: Do not attempt to lift the vise by attaching to any of the jaws or injury may result. Always attach lifting devise to the vise base frame. 1. Position vise on your machine table, pallet or tombstone using the .625 or 16 MM locating holes found on the bottom of the vise. -
Page 6: Hydraulic Set-Up
The HDHL6 Series Hydraulic vises can be paired with one of Kurt's Hydraulic pumps. You can find all our pump solutions at kurtworkholding.com Here are instructions for plumbing the HDHL4 vise with the KHP3 air over hydraulic pump: Remove plastic caps from pressure and release ports on Hydraulic pump. - Page 7 HYDRAULIC SET-UP Fig.3 Fig.4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 8 HYDRAULIC SET-UP Fig.5 Jaw Positioning: Once all plumbing is set up, it time to position jaws for hydraulic clamping. 1. First, place parts in each jaw station making sure that the larger part is in the rear station closest to the hydraulic port. 2.
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Page 9: Operating Instructions
4. One-Sided Clamping: To properly clamp a part in your Kurt double-station vise, you should place the parts 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 10 Fig.6 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 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Clamping with Different Sized Parts: If clamping parts of different sizes, place the smaller part in the front station and the larger part in the back station as shown in figure 7 below. . This will ensure the clutch system in your vise operates properly. Fig.7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 12 Converting to a Single Station Vise: If desiring to convert your double station vise to a single station, you will need to get a Kurt conversion kit through our website, kurtworkholding.com. This kit will includes a mounting plate that bolts to the rear of the vise and holds the back jaw in place.
- Page 13 Standard Jaw Options Standard J-Style Hard Jaws: The standard J-style hard jaws are made of ductile iron and are paired with Kurt standard jaw plates. For dimensional information and jaw positioning, see figures 11-12 on pages 14-15. Aluminum Carvable/Machinable Jaws: The Aluminum Carvable jaws come in two different jaw heights, 1.40"...
- Page 14 JAW POSITIONING Fig.11 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 15 SIDE & END VIEW Fig.12 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 16 MOUNTING LOCATIONS Fig.13 Note: Dimensions below are in inches unless specified. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 17 QQ in figure 13 above. The HDHL4 can be bolted down using the four English 5/16" bolt holes indicated in figure 13 above by dimension PP. The HDHL4 vise can also be clamped on the sides using toe clamps.
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Page 18: Hdhl4 Parts List
HDLH(M)4 Parts List HDHL4 PARTS LIST... -
Page 19: Hdhl4 Mechanical Drawing
DX6 Mechanical Drawing HDHL(M)4 Mechanical Drawing Fig.15 DX6 Mechanical Drawing | ENLGISH HDHL4 MECHANICAL DRAWING... -
Page 20: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule It is very important to perform regularly maintenance on your Kurt vise to assure proper operation. Improper maintenance will result in poor vise performance and may void your warranty. Daily / Weekly Remove chips from surface of vise. -
Page 21: Assembly & Disassembly Instructions
Disassembly Instructions On the HDHL(M)4 (manual-long) model, start by removing the rear movable jaw and rotating the lead screw clockwise to close the vise. Removing the M8 button head cap screw (#42 - Figure 15) and the "L" shaped bracket (#41 - Figure 15) located by the internal hex of the lead screw. Remove the stationary and front jaws. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips If properly maintained The Kurt HDHL4 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 23: Maintenance Log/Notes
MAINTENANCE LOG/NOTES: MAINTENANCE LOG/NOTES... -
Page 24: 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 25 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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