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13.0  TROUBLESHOOTING

Refer to the Cutter Troubleshooting Charts (Tables 2 and 

3) for lists of common cutter symptoms, possible causes 

and solutions.
For repair service, contact an Enerpac authorized service 

center. Inspection and repairs should be performed 

only by an Enerpac authorized service center or other 

qualified hydraulic tool service facility.

Summary of Contents for EWCE55

Page 1: ...s manual are DANGER WARNING CAUTION and NOTICE NOTICE DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious personal injury NOTICE WARNING Indicates a hazardous si...

Page 2: ...t properly and to withstand high loads Non Enerpac parts may break or cause the product to malfunction Keep this manual for future reference in a place that is accessible to all persons operating or s...

Page 3: ...a polarized electrical outlet that is properly installed and wired in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Keep cutting tools clean and replace blades when they become dull Suitably maintain...

Page 4: ...olarized receptacle at the other It should be wired for single phase power 3 A long extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over any working area where it can be tripped over snagg...

Page 5: ...dy inside the cutting head unless cutter is disconnected from AC power supply Death or serious personal injury will result if cutter is started while persons are working inside the cutting head Never...

Page 6: ...ce including whether a cut can be completed will depend on the material properties blade condition and the size and shape of the material being cut If the tool is struggling or failing to make a cut s...

Page 7: ...es positive blade return and also helps prevent jamming or sticking Hydraulic force is provided by an AC powered electric motor and an internal hydraulic pump The pump provides oil flow to the hydraul...

Page 8: ...er features and safety devices Verify that the AC power supply is of the correct specifications and capacity to power the cutter Refer to Section 7 0 of this manual for additional information NOTICE B...

Page 9: ...precaution is not observed To open the cutting head lift the locking latch to disengage it Then swing the cutting head away from the cutter body See Figure 2 Figure 2 Opening the Cutting Head To close...

Page 10: ...epressing the cutter trigger A trigger mounted in the cutter grip controls cutter operation Pressing the trigger automatically starts the cutter electric motor See Figure 5 With the directional lever...

Page 11: ...nal injury Keep fingers hands and other body parts clear of the cutting head Do not reach into the cutting area during cutter operation Do not attempt to reposition the item being cut while the cutter...

Page 12: ...and moving blade will advance 8 When the cut is completed release the trigger and allow the piston to come to a complete stop 9 Move the directional lever to the retract position See Figure 4 10 Press...

Page 13: ...TICE WARNING The cutter must sometimes be operated in order to complete a maintenance or repair procedure being performed or to prepare it for a procedure that is about to be performed However to prev...

Page 14: ...be completely changed at the specified interval Refer to the Periodic Maintenance Chart Table 1 10 5 1 Hydraulic System Maintenance Precautions NOTICE WARNING Always disconnect cutter from AC power s...

Page 15: ...ance with all applicable laws and regulations 5 Slowly loosen the oil reservoir cap while watching for oil flow If oil starts flowing from the oil drain fill hole as the cap is loosened the reservoir...

Page 16: ...1 and Tighten 2 2 1 Figure 10B Vent Screw Loosen 1 and Tighten 2 2 1 1 Figure 10D Adding Oil to Reservoir Fill Hole 1 1 2 3 4 Figure 10E Diaphragm Cover 1 Diaphragm 2 Diaphragm Opening 3 and Oil Reser...

Page 17: ...uthorized service center Failure to properly perform the procedure may result in incomplete lling of the cutter oil reservoir which could lead to cavitation air entrainment reduced performance and pum...

Page 18: ...ervoir cap Recheck the oil level in the oil drain ll hole If oil level has dropped loosen vent screw and add additional Enerpac HF oil until the oil level is up to the top of the hole 30 Install and s...

Page 19: ...tem 7 Figure 12 Fixed Blade Replacement 1 5 3 7 2 6 4 8 9 10 Key 1 Clevis Pin 2 Clevis Pin 3 Retaining Ring 4 Retaining Ring 5 Fixed Blade Screws 6 Left Side Outer Plate 7 Fixed Blade 8 Inner Plate 9...

Page 20: ...supply to prevent accidental motor start up during the following steps 5 Loosen and remove the moving blade screw Figure 13 item 1 6 Remove the worn moving blade Figure 13 item 2 7 Install new moving...

Page 21: ...sent from the handle grip and other parts that can be gripped Remove any oil from cutter metal surfaces Check that the electrical power cord and plug are undamaged and in good condition Verify that th...

Page 22: ...and 3 for lists of common cutter symptoms possible causes and solutions For repair service contact an Enerpac authorized service center Inspection and repairs should be performed only by an Enerpac a...

Page 23: ...tor brushes worn Replace motor brushes if worn less than 0 2 inch 5 mm long Service Center Commutator worn Replace rotor and commutator assembly Service Center Motor fan damaged Replace motor fan Serv...

Page 24: ...tor Air bubbles in the hydraulic circuit Operate tool through several full cycles to bleed air Check oil level and add oil if low Operator Max pressure valve open Clean or replace max pressure valve S...

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