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Operating Manual
®
INOFlex
VL032 - VL120
Compensating 4-jaw Manual Chuck
(reduced weight and with centrifugal force compensating)
Translation of the Original Operating Manual (German)
Keep for future reference!
Version: 05.02.2024
Edition: F
Betriebsanleitung INOFlex® VL032-VL120 - Ausgleichendes 4-Backen-Handspannfutter
DE
(gewichtserleichtert und mit Fliehkraftausgleich)
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
1 SAFETY
1.1 SCOPE OF THE DOCUMENTATION
Details the contents of the operating manual, including product description, installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical data.
1.2 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS
Provides information regarding customer service and contact details for inquiries or problems.
1.3 INTENDED USE
Specifies the sole intended purpose of the INOFlex® chuck for mechanical machining in machine tools.
1.4 WARNING ABOUT FAULTY OPERATION AND MISUSE
Highlights risks associated with faulty operation or misuse, including risks to life, health, and equipment.
1.5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
Stresses the importance of understanding safety instructions, remaining vigilant, and investigating malfunctions immediately.
1.6 OBLIGATIONS
Outlines the operator's responsibilities, including personnel selection, providing documentation, and ensuring safety.
1.7 ACCIDENT PREVENTION REGULATIONS
Covers general safety checks, workplace ergonomics, personal protective measures, machine access, and safety when not in use.
2 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Describes the INOFlex® chuck's intended use for mechanical machining and adherence to VDI standards and manuals.
2.2 OVERVIEW OF THE INOFLEX® CHUCK
Provides a detailed overview and diagram of the INOFlex® chuck's components and setup.
2.2.1 SET-UP
Illustrates and lists the components of the INOFlex® chuck, including housings, jaws, spindle, and base plate.
2.2.2 DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS
Explains how the compensating 4-jaw chuck clamps workpieces, moving base jaws via levers or gears for compensation.
3 TRANSPORT UND INSTALLATION
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Advises careful work during installation, keeping areas clear, and observing machine tool manuals.
3.2 TRANSPORT
Details transport tools like cranes and forklifts, and instructions for handling packaged chucks.
3.2.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORT
Outlines safety measures for transporting heavy chucks, including using designated attachment points and avoiding areas under suspended loads.
3.2.4 CHUCK TRANSPORT WITH EYEBOLT
Instructs on using the supplied eyebolt for transport and warns against using the central thread for lifting.
3.3 INSTALLATION
States that installation must only be performed by trained and instructed personnel.
3.3.2 MEASURES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
Details cleaning mounting surfaces, checking for burrs, and verifying bearing surfaces for concentricity and axial run-out.
3.3.3 INSTALLATION OF THE CHUCK (EXEMPLARILY)
Provides step-by-step instructions for mounting the chuck's base plate onto the machine table using a hoist and bolts.
3.4 INSERTION OF THE CLAMPING JAWS
Discusses the use of top or gripper jaws and recommends original HWR clamping jaws.
3.4.2 INSTALLATION OF TOP / GRIPPER JAWS
Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting sliding blocks and attaching clamping jaws using cylinder screws.
3.5 USING STATIONARY JAWS
Details the use of stationary jaws, warning about speed limits and reduced clamping forces in turning operations.
3.5.2 MOUNTING OF STATIONARY JAWS
Gives step-by-step instructions for mounting stationary jaws, including cleaning surfaces and tightening bolts.
3.5.3 MOUNTING OPTIONS FOR STATIONARY JAWS
Explains mounting options, including one stationary jaw with one movable top jaw, and provides a table of tightening torque, clamping force, and speed.
3.6 FUNCTION CHECK
Details the necessity of checking chuck function and clamping force after installation and before commissioning.
4 OPERATION
4.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduces the chapter on operating the INOFlex® chuck and emphasizes PPE and machine tool operating instructions.
4.2 PREPARATIONS
Outlines preparations for operation, including checking proper installation and ensuring a functional test was completed.
4.3 CLAMPING THE WORKPIECE
Provides instructions for clamping the workpiece, including using a torque wrench, checking speed limits, and ensuring secure clamping.
4.3.1 STROKE CONTROL
Explains how to check workpiece clamping by verifying the base jaw stroke relative to inner and outer areas.
5 MAINTENANCE
5.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Emphasizes the importance of regular maintenance for trouble-free operation and observing machine tool instructions.
5.2 MAINTENANCE
Covers maintenance periods, inspection work, and the use of specific lubricants.
5.2.2 INSPECTION WORK
Details checking load-bearing and moving parts before use and requiring trained personnel for repairs.
5.2.3 LUBRICANT
Specifies the use of HWR Special lubricating grease OKS 265 or other HWR-accepted grease.
5.2.6 MONITORING OF THE CLAMPING FORCE
Explains how to regularly check clamping force using a measuring device and procedures for excessive or insufficient force.
5.2.7 MONITORING OF THE BASE JAW STROKE
Describes checking base jaw stroke against technical specifications and procedures for misalignment.
5.2.8 LUBRICATION
Details lubricating the six grease nipples, warning about too little or too much grease.
5.3 DISASSEMBLY / CLEANING / RE-ASSEMBLLY OF THE CHUCK
Provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling, cleaning, and re-assembling the chuck.
5.4 WORK AFTER PROLONGED STANDSTILL
Outlines tasks required before restarting the chuck after an extended period of inactivity, including inspection and cleaning.
5.5 DISPOSAL
Instructs on dismantling the chuck and properly handling and disposing of used substances and materials.
6 FAULTS
6.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduces the chapter on troubleshooting and describes the course of action in case of a fault.
6.2 IF FAULTS OCCUR
Details steps for handling faults: switching off, eliminating the fault, and ensuring safety before restarting.
6.3 POSSIBLE CAUSES OF ERRORS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Lists common errors like stuck jaws, concentricity issues, and loss of clamping force, with their causes and troubleshooting steps.
6.3 POSSIBLE CAUSES OF ERRORS AND TROUBLESHOOTING - CONTINUED
Continues listing causes and troubleshooting for errors such as strong vibration and imbalance.
7 TECHNICAL DATA
7.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
States that all important technical data is included in this chapter, structured by size.
7.2 GENERAL PRODUCT DATA
Provides general product data including operating period, service life, and clampable workpiece materials.
7.3 OPERATING MATERIALS
Specifies the lubricating grease required for the chuck.
7.4 AMBIENT CONDITIONS
Lists ambient conditions for factory, storage, relative humidity, and installation location.
7.5 OTHER DOCUMENTS
References other relevant documents such as spare parts lists and declarations of incorporation.
7.6 CLAMPING FORCE / TORQUE DIAGRAMS
Presents diagrams showing the relationship between clamping force and torque for various chuck sizes.
7.7 CLAMPING FORCE/SPEED DIAGRAMS
Provides diagrams illustrating the relationship between clamping force and speed for different chuck models.
7.8 TECHNICAL DATA
Presents detailed technical data for each chuck size in a table, including diameter, stroke, torque, force, speed, and weight.
7.9 MOUNTING DIMENSIONS
Displays diagrams and tables showing the mounting dimensions for the INOFlex® chuck.
7.10 MAXIMUM TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR MOUNTING SCREWS
Provides a table detailing the maximum tightening torques for mounting screws based on strength class and thread size.
8 SPARE PARTS
8.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Informs about the availability of replacement parts for maintenance and repair from the manufacturer.
8.2 BASIC INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR ORDERING SPARE PARTS
Lists essential information needed for ordering spare parts, including size, identification number, part name, and quantity.
8.3 SPARE PARTS ORDER VIA E-MAIL
Outlines the procedure for ordering spare parts via email, emphasizing required information and the order process.
8.4 SPARE PARTS ORDER BY FAX
Details the process for ordering spare parts via fax, including copying figures and providing necessary details.
8.5 SPARE PARTS LISTS INOFLEX® VL032 - VL120
Provides an exploded view diagram (Fig. 8-1) showing spare parts for the INOFlex® chuck.
9 NOTES
9.1 CLAMPING/ACTUATING FORCE DIAGRAM (TEMPLATES)
Provides blank templates for recording clamping/actuating force diagrams, including fields for chuck type, serial number, and date.
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