GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Table of Contents About these instructions....Scope of application ......Warning messages ....Application range ..... Further icons and displays ..Materials ........Abbreviations ......Technical specifications....Information and safety instructions Pipe cutting and beveling ma- for the owner ........
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Replacing the batteries of the 10.2 What to do if...? – General line laser........troubleshooting ......Mounting the saw blade/bevel 10.3 Servicing/Customer service ..cutter ........11 ERSATZTEILLISTE / SPARE 8.5.1 Mounting the saw PARTS LIST ........blade at saw blade clamping point 1..
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 About these instructions Warning messages The warnings used in these instructions warn you of injuries or damage to property. Always read and observe these warnings! This is a warning icon. It warns against dangers of injury. In order to avoid injuries or death observe the measures marked with a safety sign.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Information and safety instructions for the owner Requirements for the owner-operator Workshop/outdoor/field use: The owner is responsible for safety in the danger zone around the ma- chine, and should allow only qualified personnel to enter the zone or operate the machine in the danger zone.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 • Using it only in its original condition with genuine accessories, spare parts and operating materials. • Processing only those materials named in the operating instructions. 2.2.2 Improper use • Any use that differs from or goes beyond the use and stated limits specified under chapt. "Intended use”...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Environmental protection and disposal 2.3.1 REACh (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) The regulation (EC) 1907/2006 of the European Parliaments and of the Council concerning the registra- tion, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemicals (REACh) regulates the production, placing on the market and use of chemical substances and the mixtures produced from these.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 2.3.3 Electric tools and accessories Used-up power tools and accessories contain a large amount of valuable raw materi- als and plastics which can be recycled. For this reason: • Electrical and electronic devices marked with the symbol at the right may not be disposed of with household garbage as per EU directive.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 • PS 4.5 Plus (battery) only: Along with these safety instructions, the general warning information for electric tools (see supplement) also applies, which must always be kept. • Store all documentation near the machine. • Generally valid regulations for the prevention of accidents must be observed. •...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 • In extreme conditions of use, conductive dust or lubricant can settle inside the machine. For this reason and for better safety, an on-site SPE-PRCD or ground-fault circuit is required between the mains network and the machine, to be installed and tested if necessary by a professional electrician.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 DANGER Damaged insulation! Fatal electric shock. ► Do not screw signs to the drive motor. ► Use adhesive signs. DANGER Loss of insulation due to collection of metal dust in the motor housing! Fatal electric shock. ►...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 DANGER Defective safety parts due to soiling and wear! Bodily injury due to failure of safety parts. ► Do not misuse the cable, for example by suspending or carrying the machine by the cable. ► Replace defective safety parts immediately and check daily for proper functioning.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 WARNING Falling objects or tilting and bending tubes! Irreversible crushing. ► Wear safety shoes (in accordance with EN ISO 20345, at least S1). ► Place sufficient supports under the tube. ► Transport the machine as shown in chapter Transporting the ma- chine of the operating instructions.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 WARNING Liquid leaking from the battery due to wrong use! Various injuries and damage to property. ► Wash with water if touched accidentally. ► If liquid enters the eyes, contact a doctor. WARNING High speed when transporting the machine! Risk of being hurt by lifting in the packaged state.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Warning signs The warning signs and safety signs located on the machine must be observed. The warning signs are part of the machine. They must not be removed or modified. Missing or illegible warning signs must be replaced immediately. 2.5.1 GF machines IMAGE...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 IMAGE POSITION ON MACHINE MEANING CODE Directly on laser Warning: Laser class I. For lasers 790 142 125 (230 V ma- chines): 790 142 288 For lasers 790 142 135 (120 V ma- chines): 790 142 298 Line laser holder Warning: Dangerous laser 790 142 289...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 IMAGE POSITION ON MACHINE MEANING CODE Directly on laser Warning: Laser class I. For lasers 790 142 125 (230 V ma- chines): 790 142 288 For lasers 790 142 135 (120 V ma- chines): 790 142 298 Line laser holder Warning: Dangerous laser 790 142 289...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 POS. DESIGNATION POS. DESIGNATION Scale for setting the pipe dimension Motor (details see chapt. Characteristics [} 22]) Rotating-speed indicator Star knob for setting the pipe dimension Motor handle Cast steel clamping jaws Motor ON/OFF switch Stainless steel caps Speed controller Characteristics The pipe saws are characterized by the following properties:...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Motor With continuously variable speed control and ergonomic handles. Enables a safer operating position and cutting of pipe elbows with- out alteration. Additional advantages: • Electronic overload protection with integrated temperature monitor and tachometer control. •...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Plug connection with a quick-disconnect coupler For a quick and easy replacement of the power cable. Additional ad- vantages: • If there is a cable fracture, then the cutter motor does not have to be opened and a qualified electrician is not required to replace the flex cable.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Download links PDF: https://www.orbitalum.com/de/download.html ► Connect suitable accessories, see operating instructions of accessories. Saw blades and bevel cutters All saw blades and bevel cutters are developed specifically for our pipe saws for extreme demands and maximum service life. 4 different saw blades and bevel cutter versions are available for the various applications: •...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Pipe feeder basic unit and extension unit The pipe feeder allows you to feed long and heavy pipes effortlessly and coaxially to the pipe saws. Very robust and stable design with powder-coated frame and stainless steel rollers.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Hard-sided transport case • High-quality, blue transport case with insert. • • Especially robust design. • • Suitable only for GFX 3.0. Code 790 144 019 Mandatory action and warning signs Mandatory action and warning signs overview with order numbers, see chapter ORBITALUM TOOLS GmbH, D-78224 Singen www.orbitalum.com...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Technical specifications Pipe cutting and beveling machines MACHINE MODEL GFX 3.0 GFX 6.6 Dimensions (lxhxb) [mm] 570 x 280 x 330 575 x 671 x 350 [inch] 22.44 x 11.02 x 12.99 22.64 x 26.42 x 13.78 Weight incl.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Operating voltage [V DC] 2.8 to 4.5 Operating current [mA] 20 Operating temperature [°C] -10 to 40 Storage temperature [°C] -40 to 80 Laser class [Class] 1 Automatic switch-off laser [min] 2 (To switch the line laser back on, press the red ON button twice.) Battery type 2 x LR44 / AG13 ORBITALUM TOOLS...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Commissioning Scope of delivery ITEM PCS. GFX 3.0 GFX 6.6 Pipe cutting and beveling machine Transportation case Saw blade, code 790 ..041 035 ... 042 064 Quick-mounting plate without – screw clamps* Line laser with holder and fasten- ing screws and 10 button cells 1.5 V (code 790 142 124)** Multifunctional wrench (code 790...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 The line laser has to be mounted on the GFX before commissioning (mounting, see chap. 8.2, page 26). ► Check the delivery for completeness and damage caused by transport. ► Report any missing parts or damage caused by transport to your supplier immediately. ORBITALUM TOOLS GmbH, D-78224 Singen www.orbitalum.com...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Storage and transport Storage CAUTION Improper machine storage! Various injuries and damage to property. ► Store the machine in its original case and in dry conditions. 7.1.1 Supplying the machine in the transport crate 1. Pull the conveyor belt through the machine ro- tating body and secure with a crane (or similar lifting equipment).
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 WARNING Heavy weight when transporting the machine Danger of injury due to overstraining. ► Transport the machine over longer distances with suitable lifting gear. ORBITALUM TOOLS GmbH, D-78224 Singen www.orbitalum.com...
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 7.2.1 Transporting the machine NOTICE! ► Transport the machine packed in the transport crate or on a pallet with appropriate lifting aids (e.g. lift truck). 1. Pull the lifting belt through the machine rotating body and secure it with a crane (or similar lifting equipment) (machine weight, see chapt.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Setup and mounting DANGER Machine startup due to unintentionally pressing the ON/OFF but- ton! Fatal electric shock. Various injuries and damage to property. ► At the end of each working cycle, before transportation, changing tools, cleaning and performing any maintenance, adjustment or re- pair work, switch off the machine, wait until the machine/tool stops running and pull the mains plug.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 WARNING When switching the motor on, the machine may revolve around the pipe uncontrollably, automatically! Various injuries and damage to property. ► In their home position, the saw blade or bevel cutter must not touch the pipe.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 In addition, the GFX saws can be mounted on the tripod (only GFX 3.0), on the pipe feeder or on the mobile workstation (all optionally available, see chapt. Accessories and consumables [} 24]). 8.1.1 Mounting directly on the workbench (GFX 3.0 only) Only possible with the GFX 3.0.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 8.1.3 Mounting on the workbench with quick-mounting plate without screw clamps Only possible with the GFX 6.6. NOTICE! With the GFX 6.6 the quick-mounting plate has to be mounted di- rectly on the left-hand workbench edge so that the multifunctional crank (1) at the side of the GFX 6.6 can be turned in its full radius with sufficient distance to the workbench edge.
GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Mounting the line laser NOTICE! The line laser is supplied separately with the machine and has to be mounted on the GFX before commissioning. WARNING Dangerous laser radiation! The eye retina or eye vision can be impaired. ►...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 3. Place the line laser back onto the holder, align and retighten it using the threaded pin M6x5 (3). Mounting the saw blade/bevel cutter 8.5.1 Mounting the saw blade at saw blade clamping point 1 WARNING Hot components! Danger of injury to hands.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 8.5.1.1 Inserting the saw blade 1. Turn the pipe saw clockwise and upward by 180°. 2. Tighten the locking screw (2). 3. Loosen the nut (5) clockwise (left-hand thread). 4. Clean the saw blade shaft (1) and surround- ings using a brush.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 8.5.1.2 Inserting the saw blade/bevel cutter combination or bevel cutter WARNING Parts thrown off/tool breakage! Various injuries and damage to property. ► Do not process pipe loose in the vice. ► No damaged or deformed saw blades and bevel cutters should be used.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 8.5.2 Mounting the saw blade at saw blade clamping point 2 WARNING Hot components! Danger of injury to hands. ► When changing the saw blade, wear suitable safety gloves (accord- ing to DIN EN 388 and EN 407, see chapt. Basic safety instruc- tions).
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Clamping pipe and adjusting pipe dimension NOTICE! The steps required for adjusting the pipe dimension are identical for both saw blade clamping points. 8.6.1 Setting the pipe dimension with a scale 1. Loosen the star knob (1). 2.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 8.6.2 Setting the pipe dimension without a scale 1. Place the pipe in the vice. 2. Slide the pipe forward until it is close to the saw blade. 3. Clamp the pipe firmly in the vice. 4.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Bevel OK Move the star knob (1) slightly to Move the star knob (1) slightly to the right the left ORBITALUM TOOLS GmbH, D-78224 Singen www.orbitalum.com...
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Operation DANGER Machine startup due to unintentionally pressing the ON/OFF but- ton! Fatal electric shock. Various injuries and damage to property. ► At the end of each working cycle, before transportation, changing tools, cleaning and performing any maintenance, adjustment or re- pair work, switch off the machine, wait until the machine/tool stops running and pull the mains plug.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 WARNING Parts thrown off/tool breakage! Various injuries and damage to property. ► Do not process pipe loose in the vice. ► No damaged or deformed saw blades and bevel cutters should be used. ► In the event of tool breakage do not run a new tool into the old cut because this can cause a repeat tool breakage.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 WARNING Body parts can get caught between the cutting tool and the pipe! Severe injury. Do not put body parts between the cutting tool and the pipe. WARNING Flying hot and sharp chips, pipe surfaces, cutting edges and tools! Danger of injury to eyes and hands.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Shutdown (including in case of emergency) WARNING EMERGENCY STOP function not available by unplugging the power plug! Various injuries and damage to property. ► Do not use angled power plugs. ► Do not use click-in socket outlets and click-in power plugs (blue CEE power plugs) for power connection, otherwise the EMER- GENCY STOP does not function.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 WARNING Falling objects or tilting and bending pipes! ► Wear safety shoes (in accordance with EN ISO 20345, at least S1). ► Support pipes whose length exceeds 1 m with a pipe support or a pipe feeder or extension unit.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 NOTICE! ► For continuous operation: After sawing loosen the hexagon nut on the saw blade to prevent damage caused by tension. Cutting and beveling pipes at the same time When using a supplemental bevel cutter the saw motor has to be turned more slowly than when sawing because two machines are being used at the same time.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Maintenance, service and troubleshooting DANGER Risk of death from electric shock! Non-compliance can result in death or severe injury. ► At the end of each working cycle, before transportation, changing tools, cleaning and performing any maintenance, adjustment or re- pair work, switch off the machine, wait until the machine/tool stops running and pull the mains plug.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 10.1 Maintenance TIME FRAME ACTIVITY Weekly ► Remove the saw blade and brush away any chips. ► Lubricate the 4 points indicated by the arrows (use thin-bodied oil only, no grease). During every cleaning, ► Use a cloth or brush to clean the area at the end of the shaft indicated by During every tool change the arrow.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 MALFUNCTION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY The pipe is not cut con- The pipe saw has been ► Remove the pipe saw, clean the fasten- centrically. flanged incorrectly. The flange ing parts and flange surfaces, reflange surfaces are dirty. the saw.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 Declaration of Conformity ORIGINAL EG-Konformitätserklärung EC Declaration of conformity CE Déclaration de conformité CE Dichiarazione di conformità CE Declaración de conformidad EG-conformiteitsverklaring ES Prohlášení o shodě EÚ Prehlásenie o zhode Deklaracja zgodności WE Orbitalum Tools GmbH Josef-Schüttler-Straße 17 78224 Singen, Deutschland Tel.
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GFX 3.0 / GFX 6.6 ORIGINAL UKCA-Konformitätserklärung UKCA Declaration of conformity Orbitalum Tools GmbH Josef-Schüttler-Straße 17 78224 Singen, Deutschland Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 Rohrtrenn- und Anfasmaschinen: Maschine und Typ (inklusive optional erhältlichen Zubehörartikeln von Orbitalum): / GFX 3.0 Machinery and type (including optionally available accessories from Orbitalum): GFX 6.6 Seriennummer: / Series number:...
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