Flexco XP3 Safety, Operation And Maintenance Manual
Hydraulic staple fastener installation system
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Hydraulic Flexco
XP
Staple Fastener
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Installation System
Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
WARNING
Improper use of this tool can result in serious bodily injury! This manual contains important information about product
function and safety. Please read and understand this manual BEFORE operating the tool. Please keep this manual
available for other users and owners before they use the tool. This manual should be stored in a safe place.
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- Page 1 Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener ® ™ Installation System Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Manual WARNING Improper use of this tool can result in serious bodily injury! This manual contains important information about product function and safety. Please read and understand this manual BEFORE operating the tool. Please keep this manual available for other users and owners before they use the tool.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Flexco warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace, at Flexco’s option, any defective product within 1 year from the date of purchase. This warranty is not transferable. It only covers damage resulting from defects in material or workmanship, and it does not cover conditions or malfunctions resulting from normal wear, neglect, abuse, accident or repairs attempted or made by other than our regional repair center or authorized warranty service center. -
Page 3: Introduction
The Hydraulic Staple Applicator is designed to be used with Flexco® XP Staple Fasteners. Precision Built Flexco tools are precision-built tools designed for precise, high volume installation. These tools will deliver efficient, dependable service when used correctly and with care. As with any fine power tool, for best performance, the manufacturer’s instructions must be followed. -
Page 4: System Components
Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ System Components Flexco Hydraulic Staple Applicator ® ™ 1. Advance/actuation handle 7. Hydraulic cylinder 2. Carrying handle 8. High pressure in: 3/8” Female quick release coupling 3. Fastener compression adjustment knob and lock 9. - Page 5 Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ System Components Flexco Staple Tool Frame ® ™ 1. Frame 4. Clamp bar 2. Belt guide plate 5. Bed 3. Clamp bar handle 6. Hydraulic staple applicator —5—...
- Page 6 Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ System Components Flexco Staple Fasteners ® ™ 1. Fastener Strips 2. Hinge Pin Protective Equipment 1. Safety Glasses 2. Gloves 3. Hearing Protection 4. Safety Shoes Power Source Immediate Need Power Pack Power Take-off Unit (PTO) –...
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Page 7: General Safety Rules
Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ General Safety Rules – Save These Instructions Signal words 2. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT “DANGER” indicates an imminently hazard- WARNING ous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The signal word is EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifi- limited to the most extreme situations. - Page 8 Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ General Safety Rules 3. PERSONAL SAFETY WARNING Do not use in explosive environments as this may result in serious personal injury. Always handle the tool with care: 1.) Never engage in horseplay; 2.) Never pull the advance/actuation handle unless the applicator is loaded onto the bed/frame base;...
- Page 9 This hydraulic tool is only designed to be used to Never leave a tool unattended with the hoses install Flexco XP staple fasteners. DO NOT operate attached. this hydraulic tool when: 1.) Part of the tool or whole tool has been drenched in water or seawater;...
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Page 10: Operational Instructions
Operational Instructions Guidelines 1. When using hydraulic power units not manufactured by Flexco, make sure the operating pressure of the power unit is 115 bar, 11.5 Mpa, 1650 psi and flow rate is in the range of 8-12 L/m (2-3 gpm). -
Page 11: Belt Fastener Selection/Belt Preparation
20 ft. 2. Cut each belt end at the square line • Cut belt at least 6" (150 mm) behind old splice using Flexco belt cutting tool 3. Skive each belt end • Use fastener selection gauge to determine how... -
Page 12: Product Selection/Tool Setup
Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Product Selection 1. Select the correct fastener size and material for the application (refer to fastener selection chart on page 11). a. Use belt strength or tension rating b. Measure belt thickness after skive –... -
Page 13: Basic Tool Operations
Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Basic Tool Operations 1. How to move the applicator tool on the bed. • Slide the tool to the right by continuing to push it across the bed. • Slide the tool to the left by disengaging the advance mechanism lever and pushing the tool to the left. - Page 14 Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Basic Tool Operations (continued) 4. Two-Step Feature (Optional) may help with challenging installs to minimize belt compression for better installation results. a. Lift protective cover and insert the stop pin. Move handle as directed above to drive the staples through the plates without swiping them.
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Page 15: Installation Instructions
Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Installation Instructions 1. Determine the exact number of fasteners needed for the belt width. • Lay fastener strips across the belt width. Center fasteners so that approximately 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) of belt extends beyond the fasteners on 1-1/2 in each edge. - Page 16 Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Installation Instructions (continued) 5. Load applicator tool on the tool bed. • Ensure the advance/actuation handle is in the start position. 6. Install fasteners with the applicator tool. • Make sure applicator tool cycles completely.
- Page 17 Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Installation Instructions (continued) 10. Bring both belt ends together and insert the hinge pin. • Make sure the fastener plates match up on both belt ends – Correct fastener matching allows the splice to flex without restriction while troughing.
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Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide
Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Pull advance/actuation handle but 1. Advance mechanism lever was in disengage 1. Engage advance mechanism lever applicator does not advance position 2. Pull handle down to position "1" 2. Advance/setting handle was not pulled down to 3. -
Page 19: Power Diagram
Hydraulic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Power Diagram REV DESC RELEASE FOR PRODUCTION PER ECR DG170368 THIS DRAWING IN DESIGN AND DETAIL IS THE PROPERTY OF FLEXIBLE STEEL LACING CO. AND MAY NOT BE USED EXCEPT IN CONNECTION WITH OUR WORK. ALL RIGHTS OF INVENTION OR DESIGN ARE RESERVED. - Page 20 Visit www.flexco.com for other Flexco locations and products, or to find an authorized distributor. ©2018 Flexible Steel Lacing Company. 03-12-24. X4571...
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