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The arbor press is designed to
operate in closed rooms, and must
be bolted to a solid work bench or
table securely attached to the floor.
Keep the floor around the machine
clean and free of scrap material,
oil and grease.
Remove all loose clothing and
confine long hair.
Before operating the machine,
remove tie, rings, watches and
other jewellery.
Wear safety shoes; never wear
leisure shoes or sandals.
Sheet metal stock has sharp
edges.
WEAR GLOVES
when handling
sharp edged work pieces.
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS
clear of the pressing area in front
and rear of the ram.
Stay alert!
Give your work undivided
attention. Use common sense. Do
not operate the machine when you
are tired.
Keep an ergonomic body position.
Maintain a balanced stance at all
times.
Do not operate the machine under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or
any medication. Be aware that
medication can change your
behaviour.
Keep children and visitors a safe
distance from the work area.
Keep guards in place and in
working order.
Specifications regarding the
maximum pressing force must be
observed.
Do not overload the press by using
handle extensions (cheater bars)
Work must be mounted on the
press securely. Do not use the
press with work mounted at an
angle.
The press is designed for pressing,
broaching, bending and
straightening purposes only.
Always make sure the ram
contacts the workpiece squarely
before applying pressure.
Some parts may have a tendency
to pop out of the press or explode
under pressure. Protect yourselves
accordingly.
Support long work pieces with
helping roller stands.
Do not stand on the machine.
4. Machine specifications
4.1 Technical Data
AP-0:
Throat
85mm
Working height above table
100mm
Tons pressure
0,5t
Ram Bore
Ø9,5mm
Basic size (LxWxH) 240x100x250mm
Weight
8,5kg
AP-1:
Throat
102mm
Working height above table
125mm
Tons pressure
1t
Ram Bore
Ø9,5mm
Basic size (LxWxH) 275x125x305mm
Weight
10,5kg
AP-2:
Throat
145mm
Working height above table
145mm
Tons pressure
2t
Ram Bore
Ø12,7mm
Basic size (LxWxH) 430x160x410mm
Weight
28kg
AP-3:
Throat
137mm
Working height above table
290mm
Tons pressure
3t
Ram Bore
Ø12,7mm
Basic size (LxWxH) 460x215x550mm
Weight
45kg
AP-5:
Throat
216mm
Working height above table
460mm
Tons pressure
5t
Ram Bore
Ø12,7mm
Basic size (LxWxH) 660x250x860mm
Weight
140kg
4.2 Machine Description
Fig 1
A…Ram
B….Ram guide adjust bolts
C….Arbour press body
D…Pinion oil hole
E…Press handle
F….Support plate
G….Bolt down holes
H….Pinion
5. Transport and installation
5.1 Transport
For transport use a forklift or hand
trolley. Make sure the machine
does not tip or fall off during
transport.
If you notice transport damage
while unpacking, notify your
supplier immediately. Do not
operate the machine!
Dispose of the packing in an
environmentally friendly manner.
Clean all rust protected surfaces
with petroleum, diesel oil or a mild
solvent.
Coat all machined surfaces with a
light coat of oil to inhibit rust.
5.2 Installation
The arbor press is designed to
operate in closed rooms, and must
be bolted to a solid work bench or
table securely attached to the floor.
5.3 Initial Lubrication
See chapter 8 for lubrication.
6. Machine operation
Specifications regarding the
maximum pressing force must be
observed.
Do not overload the press by using
handle extensions (cheater bars)
