Holmatro HMC 8 U, Manual

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HMC 916.269.264_008 33
Refer to Fig. 11.
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Extend the plunger until the spring collet (1) is just visible.
- Remove the spring collet with a punch.
- Fit the new blade (2) using the spring collet.
• Replace a damaged fixed blade:
Refer to Fig. 12.
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Release the cap screw (1).
- Place the new blade (2) in the recess.
- Install cap screw (1) and slightly tighten it.
- Connect the cutter to a hydraulic pump.
- Extend the moveable blade until it pushes against the fixed blade at full pressure.
- Depressurize the pump
• Apply grease to the blades.
8.5 Yearly dealer maintenance
We recommend having the equipment inspected, checked, set and tested once a year by a Holmatro
Certified Technician who has the appropriate knowledge and the necessary tools (see also section 1.7).
The Holmatro dealer can organize the yearly maintenance for you on a contract basis.
8.6 Long term storage
• Ensure that the equipment is completely depressurized.
• Store the equipment in a dry, well-ventilated area. Use additional preservatives on the external steel
parts.
9 Decommissioning/Recycling
At the end of its service life the equipment can be scrapped and recycled.
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Make sure that the equipment is put out of order to avoid any use.
• Check that the equipment does not contain any pressurized components.
• Recycle the various materials used in the equipment such as steel, aluminium, NBR (Nitrile
Butadiene Rubber) and plastic.
• Collect all dangerous substances separately and dispose of them in an environmentally responsible
way.
• Consult the Holmatro dealer about recycling.
CAUTION
Extending the plunger too far results in damage of the spring in the cylinder.