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SET-UP AND OPERATION
INSTALLATION LOCATION
The Eastwood 10 Ton Benchtop Press is designed to be used in a
Vertical position only with the Main Frame securely mounted on a
stable surface. DO NOT attempt to use in a horizontal or any other
position.
The Eastwood 10 Ton Shop Press MUST be installed on a solid and
level surface for proper operation and safety.
For maximum stability, it is strongly recommended that the Shop
Press be permanently mounted to a solid, secure workbench with a
solid top surface of a minimum of 1/2” [13mm] thick.
Check that no electrical wires or other hazards exist under the mounting surface before drilling.
INJURY HAZARD!
While in use, objects under pressure in the Eastwood 10 Ton Shop Press can suddenly slip out of position, releasing a great deal of
stored energy and force causing serious injury or death and property damage. Work from the Pump side of the Frame at all times.
Do not allow others near the tool while in operation.
PRESS OPERATION
INJURY HAZARD!
Use caution and do not allow side loading of the Ram piston if attempting offset loads.
FIG. 10
FIG. 10
To Mount:
- Place the Shop Press Feet over the selected location.
- Trace the four mounting holes in the Feet onto the mounting surface.
- Drill four 3/8” [10mm] holes in the surface.
- Secure with four 3/8” bolts of adequate length (not included)
with washers under the heads and nuts.
• The Ram
[G]
and Yoke Plate
[E]
&
[F]
assembly can be moved off center if necessary to apply an offset force is possible but not recommended due to the
unequal stresses that can be transmitted through the frame. To do so, loosen the bolts, slide it into position then re-tighten bolts.
• Check that the Release Valve (Knob located at the Lower side of the Hydraulic Pump)
(FIG 10)
is closed. (Rotate in a Clockwise direction).
• Begin slowly operating Pump Handle while constantly observing the workpiece for expected movement and any signs of sudden slippage.
• When planned work is completed, carefully and slowly rotate the Release Valve (Rotate in a Counter-Clockwise direction) to release pressure.
Before beginning use, carefully plan out the positioning of the Support Table, Ram and Arbor Plates and analyze the expected movement
of the workpiece to minimize the danger of sudden movement or slippage.
