Flexco XP3 Safety, Operation And Maintenance Manual
Pneumatic staple fastener installation system
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Pneumatic 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 Pneumatic 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
™ 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. Please study this manual before operating the tool and understand the safety warnings and cautions. The instructions on installation, operation, and maintenance should be read carefully, and the manual kept for reference. -
Page 4: System Components
Pneumatic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ System Components Flexco Pneumatic Staple Applicator ® ™ 1. Advance/actuation handle 6. Advance mechanism lever 2. Carrying handle 7. Pneumatic cylinder 3. Fastener compression adjustment knob and lock 8. Air inlet: 3/8” Male quick release coupling 4. - Page 5 Pneumatic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ System Components (continued) Flexco Staple Tool Frame ® ™ 1. Frame 4. Clamp bar 2. Belt guide plate 5. Bed 3. Clamp bar handle 6. Pneumatic staple applicator Regulator kit 1. Air pressure cap 2.
- Page 6 Pneumatic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ System Components (continued) Flexco Staple Fasteners ® ™ 1. Fastener Strips 2. Hinge Pin Protective Equipment 1. Safety Glasses 2. Gloves 3. Hearing Protection 4. Safety Shoes www.flexco.com —6—...
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Page 7: General Safety Rules
Pneumatic 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 limited to the most extreme situations. - Page 8 4.) Never place a hand or any part of body in the downward path of This tool is only designed to be used to install Flexco® the head applicator or air cylinder. staple fasteners. DO NOT operate this tool ™...
- Page 9 (continued) WARNING 5. OPERATIONAL SAFETY WARNING Use the Flexco pneumatic tool only for the purpose for which it was designed. Do not use supply sources which can potentially exceed 200 p.s.i.g. as tool may burst, possibly causing At the beginning of each shift, conduct a TOOL injury.
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Page 10: Operational Instructions
OR BOTTLED GASES, AS A POWER SOURCE FOR THIS TOOL AS TOOL MAY EXPLODE. Pneumatic Integrity: Do not use a tool that leaks air or does not function properly. Notify your nearest FLEXCO representative if your tool continues to experience functional problems. -
Page 11: Belt Fastener Selection
Pneumatic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Operational Instructions (continued) Guidelines 1. When connecting and disconnecting couplings, make sure dirt, dust, and other foreign substances do not enter or attach to coupling and hoses. 2. Do not trip over the hoses. -
Page 12: 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 13: Product Selection
Pneumatic 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 14: Tool Setup
Pneumatic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Tool Setup 1. Connect air supply to the tool 2. Adjust the air pressure on air control assembly a. Connect A to B • Mount air control assembly in b. Connect C to D upright position. -
Page 15: Basic Tool Operations
Pneumatic 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... - Page 16 Pneumatic 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 17: Installation Instructions
Pneumatic 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 each edge. - Page 18 Pneumatic 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 19 Pneumatic Flexco Staple Fastener System ® ™ Installation Instructions (continued) 10. Notch the trailing edge of the belt only. • Notching is important to prevent the belt Belt ends from catching on structure if belt Leading edge Direction mistracks. • Only notch the trailing edge so the leading edge can protect the splice from belt mistracking damage.
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Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide
2. Hose is cut or cracked 2. Replace hose 3. Loose internal hose connections 3. Secure internal hose connections Visit www.flexco.com for other Flexco locations and products, or to find an authorized distributor. ©2020 Flexible Steel Lacing Company. 03-13-24. W1897...
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