W-3616Z Pan Box Brake
Operator Manual
KAKA INDUSTRIAL LLC
Page 1: ...W 3616Z Pan Box Brake Operator Manual KAKA INDUSTRIAL LLC ...
Page 2: ... in this machine PROTECT AGAINST NOISE Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing Wear suitable hearing protective devices such as ear muffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises BEWARE OF CRUSH HAZARD NEVER place your hands fingers or any part of your body in the die area of this machine KEEP CLEAR OF MOVING OBJECTS Always be aware...
Page 3: ...ards are in place and in proper working order before operating machinery 3 Remove any adjusting tools Before operating the machine make sure any adjusting tools have been removed 4 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas invite injuries 5 Overloading machine By overloading the machine you may cause injury from flying parts DO NOT exceed the specified machine capacities 6 Machine usage DO NOT use the ...
Page 4: ...s DO NOT use machines or power tools in damp or wet locations Do not expose to rain Keep work area well lighted DO NOT use electrically powered tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids 16 Blade adjustments and maintenance Always keep blades sharp and properly adjusted for optimum performance 17 Keep children away Children must never be allowed in the work area DO NOT let them handle mac...
Page 5: ...bending up to 16ga 1 52mm mild steel and 20ga 912mm stainless x36 915mm long The machine has 6 removable fingers and a 1 18 30mm box depth allowing it to fabricate pans boxes channels angles and other shapes Adjustable counterweights allow the operator to balance the bending leaf to correspond to material thickness Note The photos illustrations using in this manual are representative only and may ...
Page 6: ... or brake cleaner as they may damage painted surfaces Follow manufacturer s label instructions when using any type of cleaning product After cleaning wipe unpainted metal surfaces with a light coating of quality oil or grease for protection WARNING DO NOT USE gasoline or other petroleum products to clean the machine They have low flash points and can explode or cause fire CAUTION When using cleani...
Page 7: ... if the load is properly balanced by lifting it an inch or two Lift the machine avoiding sudden accelerations or quick changes of direction Locate the machine where it is to be installed and lower slowly until it touches the floor The lift truck must be able to lift at least 1 5 2 times the machines gross weight Make sure the machine is balanced While transporting avoid rough or jerky motion and m...
Page 8: ...ions LEVELING The machine should be sited on a level concrete floor Provisions for securing it should be in position prior to placing the machine The accuracy of any machine depends on the precise placement of it to the mounting surface FLOOR This tool distributes a large amount of weight over a small area Make certain that the floor is capable of supporting the weight of the machine work stock an...
Page 9: ... Insert a tool such as an allen wrench into one of the spooked holes of the eccentric hub and rotate it which moves the hold down assembly either forward or back When the fingers are at the correct setback distance and parallel to the clamp block edge tighten the setscrews Adjusting the Clamping Pressure figure 7 The clamping pressure may have to be adjusted as the thickness of the piece part chan...
Page 10: ...ake sure they are properly supported Bending Sheet Metal 1 Lift and rotate the clamping handle cw clockwise to raise the clamping assembly 2 Insert the piece part between the clamp block and the brake fingers 3 Align the fingers of the hold down assembly to the scribed bend line of the piece part and clamp in place by pulling the clamp handle back Note DO NOT force the clamping handle The holding ...
Page 11: ...ion and stretch After the bending leaf is removed from the metal and the load is released the piece part relaxes forcing the bent portion of the metal to return slightly to its original shape The key to obtaining the correct bend angle is to over bend the metal a little and allow it to spring back to the desired angle All metals exhibit a certain amount of spring back MATERIAL SELECTION CAUTION It...
Page 12: ... and bolts are properly tightened On a weekly basis clean the machine and the area around it Lubricate threaded components and sliding devices Apply rust inhibitive lubricant to all non painted surfaces Oil Ports Using an oil can with a good quality 30W oil apply 5 6 drops into each of the ports on both ends of the machine Repeat weekly or more often depending on usage Wipe off any excess oil Note...
Page 13: ...PARTS IDENTIFICATION DRAWING ...
Page 14: ...lt M6 x 11 4 9 Hex nut M10 2 10 Threaded stud 2 11 Hex nut M10 2 12 Bushing 2 13 Right eccentric shaft 1 14 Handle rod 1 15 Handle 1 16 Pin shaft 2 17 Cotter pin 2 18 Set screw M6 x 8 4 19 Flat key 2 20 Bushing 4 21 Small shaft 2 22 Left eccentric shaft 1 23 T nut 8 24 Bending die set 1 25 Soc screw M8 x 22 8 26 Flat washer M8 8 27 Hex bolt M10 x 15 2 28 Counterweight 1 ...
Page 15: ...iece part securely Follow proper finger alignment procedure Accurately measure distance and set accordingly Re adjust the clamping pressure BENDING LEAF HARD TO LIFT AND BEND Exceeding the bending limits of the brake Counterweight is not on leaf Do not bend material thicker than the machine was designed for Attach the counterweight to lessen force needed to lift bending leaf ...
