Hardinge Talent 10/78, Maintenance Manual

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CHAPTER 3 - AIR SYSTEM
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The air connection is located at the rear of the machine near the lower left corner. It is mounted on
the side of the hydraulic tank, as shown in Figure 3.1 or 3.2.
The incoming air line should have a minimum inside diameter of 3/8 inch [9.5 mm].
Air is supplied to the following:
• The air nozzle located on the front of the machine below the operator control panel
• The optional parts catcher
STANDARD CONFIGURATION
Standard machines are equipped with a quick disconnect fitting, as shown in Figure 3.1.
OPTIONAL CONFIGURATION
- NOTE -
The air filter/regulator is equipped with an automatic drain.
Machines equipped with the optional parts catcher are equipped with a quick-disconnect fitting,
ON-OFF air valve, air filter/regulator, and air line lubricator, as shown in Figure 3.2. An air dryer may
have to be added in the air line if the factory air has excessive moisture.
When a machine equipped with the optional parts catcher is powered up, turn ON the air source
and set regulator knob “A”, Figure 3.2, at a constant pressure from 70 psi to 90 psi [4.9 to 6.2 bars].
M-448B 3-1
Figure 3.1 - Air Connection
(Machine without Optional Part Catcher)
TP5219
Figure 3.2 - Air Connection
(Machine with Optional Part Catcher)
D
C
TP5040
B
A