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ABOUT TRI TOOL TECHNOLOGIES At Tri Tool Technologies, we are committed to your success through relentless innovation and powerful partnership. We insist on developing tools and equipment that exceed your expectations of performance, precision, safety, and durability. As a full-service engineering firm, we are here to support you every step of the way.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TRI TOOL TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY TOOL BIT RESHARPENING POLICY ABOUT THE MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS UNBOXING AND SETUP CONTROLS MAINTENANCE OPERATION CUTTING SPEEDS AND FEEDS JAWS AND EXTENSIONS SAW BLADES TROUBLESHOOTING ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN...
Tri Tool Technologies Tri Tool Technologies Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY: All products manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. The period of this warranty shall be three years from the date of shipment for all products, except for welding and Non- Standard Products which shall be one year from the date of shipment.
The Tube Saw Buyer’s notice of a defective Goods must identify the specific Goods affected, and the nature of the defect. It is required when returning the defective Goods, that it is suitably packed, fully insured, and transportation and insurance prepaid in accordance with instructions issued by Seller.
The instructions and descriptions in this manual were accurate when the manual was written. However, the information in the manual is subject to change without notice. Check for updated information before you start any job. The Tri Tool Technologies web site has the most current information.
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LASER HAZARD READ MANUAL: Read manual before use, refer to manual for Tri Tool Technologies machine being used. READ MANUAL DISCONNECT FROM POWER: Disconnect main plug from electrical outlet before performing all maintenance.
Tri Tool Technologies 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In General Use standard safety equipment such as: hard hats, safety shoes, safety harnesses, protective clothes, and other safety devices when appropriate. Operate this tool only in accordance with specific operating instructions. WARNING: Do not override the deadman switch on the power unit.
Before you start operating the equipment, do no-load tests and feed function checks. Tool Use Use the right tool and tool bit for the job. Contact Tri Tool Technologies to help with your application. Keep the tool bits fully engaged in the tool bit holders. Loose bits are sharp and can cause cuts or punctures.
Tri Tool Technologies 3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION Tri Tool Technologies’ The Tube Saw is a table mounted OD clamping machine designed to swiftly and easily clamp and sever tube and pipe. The machine is designed to cut thin wall stainless and carbon steel tubing from 1/4-inch to 6-inch diameter and pipe from 1/8-inch diameter to 6-inch diameter.
The Tube Saw 5. UNBOXING AND SETUP 1. Open the shipping box and examine the contents. Look for any signs of damage during shipping. The machine weighs approximately 80 pounds when assembled. 2. Use the lifting eye and a hoist or crane to lift the main body out of the packaging.
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Raise the stud on the pipe stand. Install the provided set screws into the base plate. Mount The Tube Saw over the stand and slide the stud into the slot. Before tightening the stud, use the set screws to level The Tube Saw with the base.
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The Tube Saw 6. Continue rotating the faceplate until the plunge mechanism is at the 6 ‘o clock position. Figure 4: Plunge Mechanism at 6 o’clock 7. Remove the Cutting Head Assembly from the shipping box. Plug it in and make sure the motor functions and was not damaged in shipping.
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Tri Tool Technologies 8. Install the saw blade suggested in the SAW BLADES section for the material to be cut. Use the supplied wrench to tighten the Flange Nut making sure the saw blade teeth are pointed in the correct direction (as shown in Figure 5).
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The Tube Saw 9. Slide the Cutting Assembly into the plunge mechanism and tighten the two screws using the 6mm Allen wrench provided in the tool kit. 2X TIGHTEN Figure 6: Screw Location 92-2038 Rev. 240912...
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Tri Tool Technologies 10. Rotate the Cutting Head around to confirm clearance. 11. Rotate the Cutting Head until the Motor Assembly is at the 3 o’clock position. This is the recommended “HOME” position for the Cutting Head. It allows the operator the most accessibility to all the saw controls and features.
The Tube Saw 6. CONTROLS The following is a list of the machine controls: Motor (Cordless) Motor Speed Control (cordless) The Motor Speed Control is a dial with settings 1 thru 5 which allow for speed control. Switch The power switch on the cordless motor is a slide switch that can be locked in the on position by depressing the end after sliding forward.
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Tri Tool Technologies Motor (Corded) Motor Trigger The Motor Trigger turns the motor on and off. Trigger Lock The Trigger Lock locks the Motor Trigger in the “ON” position for the duration of the cut (corded only). Motor Speed Control The Motor Speed Control is a dial with settings 1 thru 6 which allow for speed control.
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The Tube Saw Plunge Lever The Plunge Lever pushes the saw blade into the material at the beginning of the cut. The lever has two positions; “in” and “out”. “In” engages the saw blade into the material, “out” removes it from the material. The plunge system is spring-assisted to return to the out position when actuated by the lever.
Storage When The Tube Saw is to be stored or left out of service for a period of time (30 days or more) it should be thoroughly cleaned and wiped down. Use a cloth to rub a rust preventative on the steel surfaces to protect them.
The Tube Saw 8. OPERATION WARNING: Read these operating instructions carefully before attempting to operate The Tube Saw. Failure to do so could result in damage to the machine or injury to the operator. WARNING WARNING: Wear safety glasses and ear protection while operating this machine.
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Tri Tool Technologies Preparing The Saw Depth 1. Engage the plunge lever on the cutting assembly. 2. Place a piece of material in the jaws as described above, but do not feed it past the saw blade. 3. Loosen slide assembly clamp.
The Tube Saw 9. CUTTING SPEEDS AND FEEDS Cordless Motor Blade Speed MOTOR SETTING Corded Motor Blade Speed GEAR 1 GEAR 2 MOTOR SETTING 92-2038 Rev. 240912...
Tri Tool Technologies 10. JAWS AND EXTENSIONS JAW EXTENSIONS FOR MATERIAL SIZES RANGE PIPE SIZE TUBE SIZE 4.412 - 6.763 inches 4.5 to 4 (4.50” O.D.) - 6 (6.625”O.D.) Extension (112.06-171.78 mm) 6.5 inch Short 2.305 - 4.680 inches 2.375 to Extension 2 (2.375”...
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The Tube Saw 4.680 2.305 Figure 11: Short Extensions 2.250 2.380 .220 Figure 12: Long Extensions 92-2038 Rev. 240912...
Tri Tool Technologies 11. SAW BLADES Use only premium Tri Tool Technologies saw blades in The Tube Saw Material Part Tooth Diameter Wall Number Count Thickness 30-7417 75 mm 48 tooth .098-.150” 30-7418 75 mm 78 tooth .035-.098 92-2038 Rev. 240912...
The Tube Saw 12. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: Material Rolls In Jaws The jaws are not tight enough. Problem: Cut Is Not Square The jaws are not tight enough. The slide or Plunge Assembly has become loose. The Cutting Head is not mounted straight.
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