Table of contents Table of contents Important information Legal note .................... 6 Exclusion of liability.................. 6 Conformity .................... 6 Validity of the document ................ 7 1.4.1 Content and target group................ 7 1.4.2 Other applicable documents ................ 7 Gender note.................... 7 Displays in the document................ 8 1.6.1 Display of warnings.................. 8 1.6.2 Display of general notes ................ 8 1.6.3...
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Table of contents About this product Intended use .................... 19 3.1.1 Safe and correct operation ................ 19 3.1.2 Safe and correct design and construction .......... 20 3.1.3 Foreseeable misuse .................. 21 3.1.4 Substances harmful to the wetting properties of lacquers (LABS) .... 21 Product identification ................. 21 3.2.1 Type plate .................... 21 Product overview and function description .......... 22...
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Table of contents 6.4.8 Install the BDC sensor (option).............. 42 Commissioning Safety during the commissioning............... 44 7.1.1 Safety device ..................... 44 Requirements for the commissioning ............ 45 Operation Safety in operation.................. 46 8.1.1 General safety rules during operation............ 47 Requirements for operation ............... 47 Process monitoring .................. 47 Setting the open height of the press head .......... 48 Fine adjustment of working stroke ............. 51 Resetting the stroke counter (optional)............ 52...
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Table of contents Repairs 11.1 Safety during repairs.................. 63 Disassembly and Disposal 12.1 Safety during disassembly and disposal............ 64 12.2 Decommissioning .................. 64 12.3 Shutdown.................... 65 12.4 Disassembling ................... 66 12.5 Disposal ..................... 66 Appendices 13.1 Declaration of conformity ................ 67 Index TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
(e.g. by copying, microfilming, translation, transmission in any elec- tronic medium or machine-readable form). Any use - including of extracts - con- ® trary to this condition is prohibited without approval in writing by TOX PRES- SOTECHNIK and may be subject to criminal and civil legal sanctions.
® All information in this manual is up to date at the time of print. TOX PRES- SOTECHNIK reserves the right to make technical changes that improve the system or increase the standard of safety.
Important information 1.6 Displays in the document 1.6.1 Display of warnings Warning signs indicate potential dangers and describe protective measures. Warning signs precede the instructions for which they are applicable. Warning signs concerning personal injuries DANGER Identifies an immediate danger! Death or severe injuries will occur if appropriate safety measures are not taken.
Important information Identifies important information and tips for users. 1.6.3 Highlighting of texts and images The highlighting of texts facilitates orientation in the document. ü Identifies prerequisites that must be followed. 1. Action step 1 2. Action step 2: identifies an action step in an operating sequence that must be followed to ensure trouble-free operation.
Important information 1.7 Contact and source of supply ® Only use original spare parts or spare parts approved by TOX PRESSOTECH- NIK. ® PRESSOTECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG Riedstraße 4 88250 Weingarten / Germany Tel. +49 (0) 751/5007-767 E-Mail: info@tox-de.com For additional information and forms see www.tox.com...
Safety 2 Safety 2.1 Basic safety requirements The product is state of the art. However, operation of the product may involve danger to life and limb for the user or third parties or damage to the plant and other property. For this reason the following basic safety requirements will apply: ...
Do not make any changes, carry out attachments or conversions to the ® product without the written approval of TOX PRESSOTECHNIK. Action contrary to the above will not be covered by the warranty or the operating approval.
Ensure that assembly and installation work and the initial commissioning are performed exclusively by qualified personnel who have been trained and authorized by TOX ® PRESSOTECHNIK. Maintenance and repairs must be performed by qualified and trained per- sonnel only.
Safety 2.3 Fundamental hazard potential Fundamental hazard potentials exist. The specified examples draw attention to known hazardous situations, but are not complete and do not in any way pro- vide safety and risk awareness action in all situations. 2.3.1 Electrical hazards Attention should be paid to electrical hazards particularly inside the components in the area of all assemblies of the control system and motors of the installation.
Safety 2.3.3 Pneumatic hazards Attention must be paid to pneumatic hazards particularly on the pneumatic sup- ply lines and connection points. The following basically applies: Allow work to be carried out on pneumatic equipment by authorized service personnel only. ...
Safety 2.3.6 Electromagnetic hazards Electromagnetic hazards are to be taken into account in the area of electromag- netically vibrating or oscillating components. Regular work on and with electromagnetically vibrating or oscillating compo- nents can cause disorders in the blood flow of the fingers as well as neurologi- cal and motoric dysfunctions.
Safety 2.3.9 Noise Depending on the equipment, an increase in the noise level can arise in the sphere of the product. Keep the duration of the exposure at a minimum. Wear individual protective equipment. TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Safety 2.4 Safety symbols Safety symbols are important components of the safety concept and help to prevent accidents. The safety symbols provide information about potential haz- ards that could cause serious injuries. The following safety symbols can be attached on the product: Symbol Hazard Notes...
About this product 3 About this product 3.1 Intended use The machine in conjunction with the designated tool is used for Installing, press fitting Punching, pressing (of function elements) Riveting, crimping, flaring Punching, piercing Embossing, marking ...
The dynamic forces must at no time exceed the maximum admissible (static) press forces in the direction of pressure and tension. These are specified for every drive of TOX ® PRESSOTECHNIK. Dynamic forces must be limited with suitable precautionary measures to en- sure that the admissible (static) press forces are not exceeded.
Operation under conditions that deviate from the technical data. Operation without fully assembled and functional connections. Operation without fully assembled and functional safety devices. Modifications to the product without prior approval by TOX ® PRES- SOTECHNIK and the approving authority. Incorrect parameterization.
About this product 3.3 Product overview and function description ® For the TOX FinePress the ram is moved forward over a toggle mechanism by pulling on the hand lever. In this position a limit switch is actuated which triggers a pneumatic power stroke of 6 mm after the the start button is pressed. The re- turn stroke is initiated when the start button is released.
Technical data 4 Technical data 4.1 Type sheet and data sheet For technical data and installation dimensions see data sheet. www.tox.com 4.2 Compressed air quality and pneumatic connection The following is required: Filtered and dried compressed air Lightly oiled compressed air is permitted.
Transport and storage 5 Transport and storage 5.1 Safety during transport WARNING Hazard from suspended loads! Severe crushing, impacts and serious accidents as a result of improper trans- portation and falling load! è Only use lifting gear that is appropriate and in perfect technical condition, as well as load attachment devices with an adequate safe working load.
Transport and storage 5.2 Storage when not in use CAUTION Injury from toppling and falling products! è Secure product from toppling, falling and accidentally moving. The following applies: Do not store the product outdoors. Protect the product against the influence of the weather. ...
Transport and storage 5.3 Transport by lifting device ® A threaded bore hole is provided for a ring bolt for lifting the TOX FinePress. Threaded hole Cover Fig. 2 Transport by lifting device 1. Remove the cover from the press frame.
Transport and storage 5.4 Dispatch for repair ® To dispatch the product for repair to TOX PRESSOTECHNIK, please proceed as follows: Fill in the "Accompanying repair form". This we supply in the service sector on our website or upon request via e-mail.
Installation 6 Installation 6.1 Safety during installation The installation may only be carried out by trained and authorized personnel. DANGER Electrical hazards in case of contact with live parts! Electric shock, burns or death in case of contact with live parts! è...
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Installation WARNING Hazard from suspended loads! Severe crushing, impacts and serious accidents as a result of improper trans- portation and falling load! è Only use lifting gear that is appropriate and in perfect technical condition, as well as load attachment devices with an adequate safe working load. è...
Installation 6.2 Requirements for installation 6.2.1 Set-up location The set-up location: Must be free from dust and dirt Must be a closed room Must have a firm, level floor Must have sufficient space and easy access to the system parts ...
Installation 6.4 Installing accessories 6.4.1 Installing process monitoring (option) è Please see the separate operating manual for the installation of the process monitoring system. TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Installation 6.4.2 Installing the stroke counter (optional) Pressure switch Screw plug for counter connec- tion Counter housing 1. Disconnect the cable set from the counter housing. 2. Screw out the screw plug on the counter connection. 3. Install the pressure switch in the counter connection. 4.
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Installation Stud Holding fixture Travel sensor Lever 1. Dismantle the cover plate. 2. For easier access the lever can be folded down. 3. Install the holding bracket on the press head. 4. Install the travel sensor on the press head. 5.
Installation 6.4.6 Installing the tool holding fixture (optional) Tool holding fixture è The tool holding fixture is screwed into the ram. For technical data and installation dimensions see data sheet. www.tox.com TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Installation 6.4.7 Install the TDC sensor (option) Holding bracket Mounting clip for cable plug TDC sensor Set screw TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
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Installation Fig. 4 Allocation of TDC sensor: (BMF 21K-PS-C-2-S49) 1. Install the holding bracket on the press head. 2. Position the TDC sensor with holding angle on the tension rod by shifting until a signal is appears on the measuring instrument. 3.
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Installation Fig. 5 Allocation of the BDC sensor: (BES R04KC-POC15B-S49-00,13) 1. Install the holding bracket on the press head. 2. Install the BDC sensor on the ram. 3. Connect the cable to the evaluation unit. 4. Install the cable plug in the mounting clip. TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Commissioning 7 Commissioning 7.1 Safety during the commissioning The commissioning may only be carried out by trained and authorized person- nel. 7.1.1 Safety device All safety equipment must be properly assembled and functional. TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Commissioning 7.2 Requirements for the commissioning The requirements are: All components are properly installed. The safety devices of the entire system are properly assembled and func- tional. Any transport locks are removed. Supply connections, communication and control connections, material or media hoses are installed properly.
Operation 8 Operation 8.1 Safety in operation WARNING Dangerous machine movements! Serious contusions and injuries! è Make sure that that no persons are located in the danger area during oper- ation. CAUTION Noise during operation! Hearing impairment! è Wear individual protective equipment. CAUTION Hazard from flying parts! Injuries to eyes and body cavities!
Operation 8.1.1 General safety rules during operation During operation: Operate the press only with approved material. Never operate the press without piece part or sample material. Make sure that that no persons are located within the danger area. ...
Operation 8.4 Setting the open height of the press head Crank Square Fastening screws Fig. 6 Setting the open height of the press head TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
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Operation < 6 mm Lower tool Upper tool Fig. 7 Example: Tool opening pinch-off edge < 6 mm WARNING Dangerous machine movements! Serious contusions and injuries! è Use only safe tools. è When triggering the limit switch the gap between the moving tool parts must not exceed a maximum of 6 mm.
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Operation ü Set the fine adjustment on the largest opening. See Fine adjustment of working stroke, Page 1. Remove the cover from the press frame. 2. Loosen the fastening screws of the clamping plate. Do not unscrew the screws! 3. Place the supplied crank onto the square and adjust the open height by turning it.
Operation 8.5 Fine adjustment of working stroke Fixing screws Adjusting ring Cover plate 1. Dismantle the cover plate. 2. Loosen the fixing screws. 3. Turn the adjusting ring to adjust the open height. Turning anticlockwise - increases the open height. Turning clockwise - reduces the open height.
Operation 8.6 Resetting the stroke counter (optional) The stroke counter has a reset button. è Press the stroke counter button. TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Safety during troubleshooting Troubleshooting may only be carried out by trained and authorized personnel. The following applies: Inform operating personnel before starting repair work. Appoint a supervisor. TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Troubleshooting 9.2 Detecting faults If the press is equipped with a control system, the faults or warnings on the cen- tral control unit are displayed and described. Fault Cause Measures The ram does not ex- There is a mechanical fault on the Contact authorized service personnel.
The specified intervals are only approximate values. Depending on the area of application, the actual values may differ from the guide values. Maintenance cycle Additional information Weekly 10.4.1 TOX® FinePress inspecting Monthly 10.4.3 Inspecting and cleaning movable parts and guides Half-yearly 10.4.2...
Maintenance 10 Maintenance 10.1 General information Maintenance may only be carried out by trained and authorized personnel. The following applies: Observe maintenance intervals if present and stipulated. Maintenance intervals may vary from the stipulated maintenance intervals. The maintenance intervals may have to be verified with the manufacturer if necessary.
Maintenance 10.2 Safety during maintenance DANGER Electrical hazards in case of contact with live parts! Electric shock, burns or death in case of contact with live parts! è Have all work on the electrical equipment performed by an electrician. è Disconnect power supply.
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Maintenance NOTE Incorrect cleaning agents or cleaning procedures, lack of corrosion pro- tection! Damage to machine components! è Clean plastic parts such as panes (safety guard door, housing, etc.) and control elements with cotton cloths (smooth woven structure) and suitable cleaning agents (e.g.
Maintenance 10.3 Requirements for maintenance 10.3.1 Set system to maintenance position Unless specified otherwise, before all maintenance work: 1. Retract the working piston. Drive is in home position. 2. Install a restraint device if necessary. 3. Switch off the system and secure it against being switched back on. 4.
Maintenance ® 10.4 TOX FinePress maintaining ® 10.4.1 FinePress inspecting ü System is in maintenance position. Set system to maintenance position, Page 1. Check the plant, particularly moving parts for wear, obvious defects and damage. 2. Check the supply connections for tightness.
Maintenance 10.4.2 Inspecting the fastening of the press head Fastening screws ü System is in maintenance position. Set system to maintenance position, Page 1. Check the tightening torque of the fastening screws. 2. NOTE! Damage on the tool! Check the alignment of the tool! Screw size Tightening torque M 12...
Maintenance 10.4.3 Inspecting and cleaning movable parts and guides ü System is in maintenance position. Set system to maintenance position, Page NOTE Incorrect cleaning agents or cleaning procedures, lack of corrosion pro- tection! Damage to machine components! è Clean plastic parts such as panes (safety guard door, housing, etc.) and control elements with cotton cloths (smooth woven structure) and suitable cleaning agents (e.g.
Repairs 11 Repairs 11.1 Safety during repairs Repairs may only be carried out by trained and authorized personnel. TOX_Manual_FinePress_PFHL-PFHW_en...
Disassembly and Disposal 12 Disassembly and Disposal 12.1 Safety during disassembly and disposal The dismantling and disposal may only be carried out by trained and authorized personnel. DANGER Electrical hazards in case of contact with live parts! Electric shock, burns or death in case of contact with live parts! è...
Disassembly and Disposal 12.3 Shutdown Shutdown means that the system is shut down permanently and/or is prepared for removal. 1. Stop system and wait for it to come to a standstill. 2. Remove material if necessary. 3. Switch off the system at the main switch and secure it against being switched on again.
® return it to TOX PRESSOTECHNIK. For further information about the take-back and forms see www.tox.com in the service sector. Regarding questions about disposal please contact TOX ® PRESSOTECHNIK GmbH &...
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