
ORBITALUM TOOLS GmbH
D-78224 Singen www.orbitalum.com
[REV. 20210302] OC_RPG_L_BA_790038761_01__INH-02_EN
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Servicing, maintenance, troubleshooting
RPG 3.0, RPG 4.5 (S), RPG 8.6
eNGLISH
10. SeRVIcING, MAINTeNANce, TROUBLeSHOOTING
NOTe!
Some of the work mentioned depends a great deal on the use and on the ambient conditions.
The cycles specified are minimum specifications. In individual cases, differing maintenance
cycles are possible. To ensure the safety of the machine, perform maintenance annually using
an authorized service center with VDE testing. If the machine does not function as previously
described, the machine must also be sent into an authorized service center.
DANGeR!
Danger of death by electric shock!
Non-observance could result in death or serious injury.
X
At the end of each working cycle, before transportation, changing tools, cleaning and
performing any maintenance, adjustment or repair work, switch off the machine, wait
until the machine/tool stops running and pull the mains plug.
DANGeR!
Risk of electric shock due to poor electrics!
Fatal electric shock.
X
At the end of each working cycle, before transportation, changing tools, cleaning and
performing any maintenance, adjustment or repair work, switch off the machine, wait
until the machine/tool stops running and pull the mains plug.
X
Repair and maintenance work on the electrical equipment may only be carried out by a
qualified electrician.
X
Check components for damage, e.g. cables, plugs.
10.1 Maintenance
TIMe/INTeRVAL
AcTIVITY
Before starting work
X
Clean the machine and remove chips, if required.Check the tube clamping if the tube is
already mounted in the machine.
Every time the cutter is cleaned
X
Clean the clamping shells and the tool supports for the multifunctional tool.
Every time the tool is changed
X
Clean the tool support and the multifunctional tool.
X
Remove any dirt from the bearing surface of the tool holder.
10.2 What to do if ...? – General trouble shooting
PROBLeM
POSSIBLe cAUSe
ReMeDY
The tool (multifunctional tool) is
catching during machining.
Too much feed.
X
Disassemble tool holder and take out tube from the
machine.
X
Remove chip using side cutting pliers and file off section.
X
Introduce carefully during new processing.
MFW or WH loose.
X
Screw in MFW or WH tightly.
Tool tends to vibrate.
Speed too high.
X
Reduce speed (see chap. 9.2, p. 65).
High level of vibration.
Axial or radial play in the
components.
X
Check machine for freedom from play.
MFW loose.
X
Check MFW on fixed seat.
The processed tube is jagged or
has a burr which is too big.
MFW blunt.
X
Replace MFW.