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INSTALLATION & OPERATIONS MANUAL
FLEXARM S-36 & M-60
FlexArm Inc.
Division of Midwest Specialties, Inc.
705 Commerce Drive
Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895
419-738-8147
800-837-2503 (toll free)
www.flexmachinetools.com

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Safe Operation
General Safety Precautions
Key safety guidelines for operating the FlexArm machine.
FlexArm Limited Warranty
Warranty Information
Details on warranty coverage, exclusions, and service procedures.
Installation
Installation Steps
Instructions for mounting the base, assembling the arm, and connecting the airline.
Airline and Lubricator Setup
Procedures for connecting the air supply and setting up the filter/lubricator.
Final Checks and Readiness
Final checks of counterbalance and unit readiness for operation.
Counterbalance Adjustment
Adjusting Arm Balance
Step-by-step guide to adjust the front and rear arm counterbalance.
Operating Instructions
Tapping Procedure
How to perform tapping operations, including tap holder selection and positioning.
Changing Tap Holders
Procedure for safely removing and installing tap holders.
Adjusting Torque Holder Clutch Setting
Torque Holder Adjustment Method
Detailed steps for adjusting the torque holder's safety clutch setting.
Maintenance
Routine Maintenance Tasks
Covers oiling motor, cleaning unit, base mount care, and bolt checks.
Quick Change Chuck Cleaning
Procedures for cleaning both knurled and smooth collar quick-change chucks.
Cylinder Replacement
Front Cylinder Replacement
Step-by-step guide for replacing the front gas cylinder on the arm.
Rear Cylinder Replacement
Step-by-step guide for replacing the rear gas cylinder on the arm.
Finalizing Cylinder Replacement
Completing rear cylinder replacement and re-adjusting counterbalance.
Troubleshooting
Common Operational Issues
Addresses problems like tap perpendicularity, air motor power, and motor lock-up.
Motor and Air System Problems
Solutions for hot motors, oil leaks, air leaks, and sticking reverse buttons.
Balance and Tapping Failure Issues
Troubleshooting arm balance, tap stopping, and tap holder ball breakage.

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