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Tooling
If you want to change the shape and diameter of the tablet, or if any of the Upper Punches, Lower
Punches, and/or Dies you currently have are damaged, it is necessary to change the Tooling.
To watch a video of a similar machine's Tooling change, go to
https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/
To buy new Tooling from LFA, simply go to
https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/products/tablet-
Tools and Materials Needed
• Set of metric Allen keys with ball ends
• Wrench set
• Crosshead screwdriver
• New Tooling (Upper Punches, Dies, and Lower Punches)
• Toolkit (comes with machine)
• Lubricant (NSF approved for food grade products)
• Heavy rubber mallet
• Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease)
• Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only)
• Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only)
Instructions
Note: Wear latex/rubber gloves (and appropriate food grade attire if applicable) during this process.
Remove the Old Tooling
1. Lift up both Hoppers from the top of the machine and set aside.
2. Raise the Perspex doors until they are held up by the pistons.
3. Remove the Upper Punches' protective covering, which is located on the right side of the
machine.
WARNING:
To prevent any potential personal injury, ALWAYS unplug the RTP
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from the electrical outlet when replacing parts.