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Tooling
Tools and Materials Needed
• Set of metric Allen keys with ball ends
• Tooling (Upper Punches, Dies, and Lower Punches)
• RTP 9® 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)
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 buy new Tooling from LFA, simply go to
https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/products/tablet-
press-tooling
To watch a video of an RTP 9® Tooling change, go to
https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/rtp-9-
tooling-change
Remove the Old Tooling
1. Loosen the Hopper's screws with an Allen key and remove it from the Perspex Casing.
2. Remove the screws on the Perspex Casing with an Allen key and take it off.
Instructions
Note: Wear latex/rubber gloves (and appropriate food grade attire if applicable) during this process.
WARNING:
To prevent any potential personal injury, ALWAYS unplug the RTP 9®
from the electrical outlet when replacing parts.
