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Operating instructions

For responsible bodies and persons using the machine

Pipe Cutting and Beveling Machines

GFX 3.0

GFX 6.6

Machine no.

To work safely with this machine, please 

read through the operating instructions 

in full before initial operation. Retain the 

operating instructions for future reference.

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Summary of Contents for GFX 3.0

Page 1: ...ing and Beveling Machines GFX 3 0 GFX 6 6 Machine no To work safely with this machine please read through the operating instructions in full before initial operation Retain the operating instructions for future reference Code 790 144 762 EN Translation of original operating instructions ...

Page 2: ...ed in particular the rights of duplication and distribution as well as translation Duplication and reproduction in any form print photocopy microfilm or electronic require the written permission of Orbitalum Tools GmbH ...

Page 3: ...unctional wrench 18 4 1 7 Other outstanding features 18 4 2 Scope of application 19 4 2 1 Application range 19 5 Technical specifications 20 5 1 Pipe Cutting and Beveling Machines GFX 20 5 2 Line laser 20 6 Initial operation 21 6 1 Checking the parts of delivery 21 6 2 Included with the machine 21 7 Storage and transport 22 7 1 Transporting the machine 22 7 1 1 Supplying the machine in the transpo...

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Page 5: ...servance could result in death or critical injury Restrictions if applicable X X Measures to prevent danger WARNING Possible danger Non observance could result in serious injury Restrictions if applicable X X Measures to prevent danger ATTENTION Dangerous situation X X Non observance could result in minor injuries ATTENTION Dangerous situation X X Non observance could result in material damage 1 2...

Page 6: ...4 383 should be used as the drive The drive motor may only be used in connection with the machine The machine may only be used on tubes and containers that are empty unpressurized do not have explosive atmospheres and are not contaminated Proper use also includes the following observing all safety instructions and warning messages included in these operating instructions carrying out all inspectio...

Page 7: ...es Discarded electric tools and accessories contain large quantities of valuable raw and synthetic materials that can be recycled Therefore Electrical electronic devices that are marked with the symbol at the side may not be disposed of with household waste in accordance with EU regulations By actively using the available return and collection systems you actively contribute to the reuse recycling...

Page 8: ...responsible immediately Only use the dimensions and materials specified in these instructions Other materials should be used only after consulting with Orbitalum Tools customer service Use only original tools spare parts materials and accessories from Orbitalum Tools Repair and maintenance work on the electrical equipment may only be carried out by a qualified electrician At the end of each workin...

Page 9: ... X X Depending on the level of contamination clean the machine at least once a day using the brush supplied DANGER Damaged plug Fatal electric shock Do not use adapter plugs with ground protected electrical tools X X The machine connector plug must fit the socket DANGER Risk of danger through the use of the machine outdoors Fatal electric shock Do not use the machine outdoors DANGER Danger The ele...

Page 10: ...versible crushing X X Wear safety shoes in accordance with EN ISO 20345 at least S1 X X Place sufficient supports under the tube X X Transport the machine as shown in chap 7 1 p 22 WARNING Danger caused by vibration and unergonomic monotonous work Discomfort tiredness and disruptions to the locomotor system Limited ability to react and cramps X X Do relaxation exercises X X Ensure activity is vari...

Page 11: ...n machine Meaning Code Motor side INSTRUCTION Wear safety goggles in accordance with DIN EN 166 ear protection in accordance with DIN EN 352 and tight fitting safety gloves in accordance with DIN EN 388 and EN 407 Read the operating instructions 790 086 200 Motor front WARNING Danger of being injured by sharp cutting edges 790 046 196 Line laser WARNING Laser class I For Laser 790 142 125 230 V ma...

Page 12: ... for clamping jaws 4 Quick mounting plates with screw clamps available as an option see chap 3 3 2 p 14 5 Motor Details see chap 4 1 1 p 17 6 Rotating speed indicator 7 RPM regulator 8 Motor handle 9 Motor ON OFF switch 10 Slide housing 11 Vice 12 Chips guard can be swiveled 13 Saw blade clamping point 1 14 Saw blade clamping point 2 for cutting elbows 15 Chips guard 16 Holder indicut line laser 1...

Page 13: ...er 4 Locking screw 5 Vice handle Multifunctional wrench Details see chap 4 1 6 p 18 6 Quick mounting plates with screw clamps available as an option see chap 3 3 2 p 14 7 Motor Details see chap 4 1 1 p 17 8 Rotating speed indicator 9 Motor handle 10 Motor ON OFF switch 11 RPM regulator 12 Slide housing 13 Vice 14 Chips guard 15 Saw blade clamping point 1 16 Saw blade clamping point 2 for cutting e...

Page 14: ... non alloy steels and cast iron tubes Performance Range for high alloy steels stainless steel High Performance Range for high performance materials and high alloy steels Premium Range especially made for stainless steel applications with extra long durability Workable tube materials Al Mild steel Cu CuNi CuZn CuSn INOX V2A V4A 304 316 L Ti Duplex Inconel Economy Performance High Performance Premiu...

Page 15: ...s steel Extension of the Pipe Feeder possible with Extension Unit Saves time and money No contamination Perfect for all kinds of steel Application range Technical specifications Pipe feeder base unit Pipe feeder extension unit Pipe OD 16 325 mm 0 63 12 8 16 325 mm 0 63 12 8 Dimensions approx 185 x 105 x 50 cm 72 8 x 41 3 x 19 7 160 x 105 x 50 cm 62 9 x 41 3 x 19 7 Load capacity max 400 kg 881 8 lb...

Page 16: ...approval The screwable brush guarantees an easy and uniform application of lubricant on the saw blade Article Version Code Saw blade lubricant GF TOP Tube 180 g 790 060 228 3 3 8 Saw blade lubricant GF LUB For cutting and beveling Increases the tool life of the saw blade The new ecological lubricant is the environmentally friendly successor to ROCOL with a new name and improved quality GF LUB comp...

Page 17: ...ed blade life through tachometer regulation Rotating speed indicator 3 for speed selection Ergonomically positioned speed adjustment wheel 4 and ON OFF switch 5 5 3 4 4 1 2 Additional saw blade clamping point for cutting tube elbows only Which saw blade clamping point to use Saw blade clamping point 1 Saw blade clamping point 2 Cutting tubes Cutting tube elbows only 2 1 4 1 3 Line laser to determi...

Page 18: ... GFX 6 6 It is possible to make 3 different adjustments on the machine using this multifunctional wrench Vice handle Fixture for saw blade bevel cutter Fixture of the saw for quick mounting plate 4 1 7 Other outstanding features Enhanced safety due to stationary tube and rotating tool Self centering vice Right angled burr free cutting surface and deformation free tube cross section Production of s...

Page 19: ...1 0 275 0 8 7 0 0 031 0 275 Tube ID min Saw blade Ø 63 2 248 mm inch 0 0 23 0 0 905 OD range Saw blade Ø 63 2 248 mm inch 6 0 78 0 0 236 3 071 24 6 168 3 1 008 6 659 Tube ID min Saw blade Ø 68 2 677 mm inch 0 0 18 0 708 OD range Saw blade Ø 68 2 677 mm inch 6 0 73 0 0 236 2 874 21 3 168 3 0 838 6 659 Tube ID min Saw blade Ø 80 3 149 mm inch 6 0 0 236 OD range Saw blade Ø 80 3 149 mm inch 21 3 156 ...

Page 20: ...onic variable cutting speed with restart inhibitor Rpm 30 200 30 200 Versions 1 phase AC V Hz V Hz 230 V 50 60 Hz EU 120 V 50 60 Hz US 230 V 50 60 Hz EU 120 V 50 60 Hz US Vibration level as per EN 50144 m s 2 5 2 5 Sound pressure level at the workplace dB A 79 7 79 7 The noise level was measured under normal operating conditions in accordance with EN 23741 5 2 Line laser Dimensions l x w mm 68 x 1...

Page 21: ...ng Machine x x 1 Wooden transportation crate x x 1 Saw blade Code 790 041 035 042 064 1 Quick mounting plate without screw clamps x 1 Set of stainless steel caps x x 1 Line laser with holder and fastening screws x x 1 Tool key set x x 1 Tube of saw blade lubricant GF TOP Code 790 060 228 x x 1 Set of operating instructions and spare parts list x x The GFX 3 0 can be mounted directly on the workben...

Page 22: ...ng the machine NOTE X X Transport the GFX in a packed state in the transport crate or on a pallet with corresponding lifting aids 1 Pull the conveyor belt through the machine rotating body and secure with a crane or similar lifting equipment 2 Hold the machine at the handle and at the same time lift it out of the transport crate using the crane 3 Use the crane to place the machine on a suitable wo...

Page 23: ...r In the event of tool breakage with a new tool do not enter the old cut because the tool can break again X X Clamp the tube to be cut into the vice X X Immediately replace worn out tools X X Ensure that the cutting tools are correctly fitted X X Tube dimension must be set correctly During cutting the saw blade must saw through the entire tube wall X X Avoid breaking tool through low adequate feed...

Page 24: ...e workstation chap 3 3 5 p 15 is possible all available optionally 8 1 1 Mounting directly on the workbench without quick mounting plate Only possible with the GFX 3 0 1 Mark and punch the bolt holes on the workbench Use the GFX 3 0 as a template 2 Drill Ø 13 mm 0 5 holes 3 Fit the GFX 3 0 with the provided countersunk onto the workbench 8 1 2 Mounting on the workbench with quick mounting plate wi...

Page 25: ...te has to be mounted directly on the left hand workbench edge so that the vice handle 1 at the side of the GFX 6 6 can be turned in its full radius with suf ficient distance to the workbench edge 1 Mark and punch the bolt holes on the workbench Use the quick mounting plate as a template 2 Drill Ø 13 mm 0 5 holes 3 Fasten the quick mounting plate with screws 4 Guide the GFX 6 6 sideways onto the fi...

Page 26: ...ure that the line laser is switched off during mounting dismantling 1 Place the line laser on the intended location surface 1 on the housing 2 Tighten the line laser lightly with 2 hexagon socket head screws 2 so that it can still be aligned 3 Switch on the line laser and align it so that the line laser beam lies flush with the saw blade 3 4 Tighten the 2 hexagon socket head screws 2 and switch th...

Page 27: ...ay down the tools and fastening parts rapidly Only use saw blade clamping point 1 to cut and bevel tubes If you want to cutting tube elbows use saw blade clamping point 2 see chap 8 5 p 28 NOTE Saw blades bevel cutters can only be fitted or replaced if no tube is clamped in the vice If necessary remove the tube before fitting the saw blade 2 1 8 4 1 Inserting the saw blade 1 Turn the tube cutter c...

Page 28: ...r bevel cutter onto the shaft so that the inscription points to the machine The tooth ing then points in the right direction 6 Tighten nut 5 counterclockwise left hand thread 7 Loosen the locking screw 2 8 Turn the tube cutter clockwise and downwards to its home position 8 5 Saw blade clamping point 2 Fitting the saw blade IMPORTANT Warning messages are used in these instructions to warn you of po...

Page 29: ...rection 4 Tighten nut 5 clockwise 5 8 6 Adjusting the tube dimension IMPORTANT Warning messages are used in these instructions to warn you of possible risk of death injury or dam age to property Always read and observe these warning messages To ensure safe setting up and mounting please read all the warning messages in chap 2 p 6 and chap 8 p 23 attentively NOTE X X The steps for adjusting the tub...

Page 30: ...he center of the tube 6 Tighten the star knob 1 7 Turn the tube saw back to the home position 1 8 6 3 Setting the tube dimension when using an additional cutter Steel tubes with a wall thickness of 7 mm 0 276 inch can be simultaneously cut and beveled 1 Place the tube in the vice 2 Slide the tube forwards until it is close to the ad ditional cutter 3 Clamp the tube in the vice 4 Loosen the star kn...

Page 31: ...the event of tool breakage with a new tool do not enter the old cut because the tool can break again X X Clamp the tube to be cut into the vice X X Immediately replace worn out tools X X Ensure that the cutting tools are correctly fitted X X Tube dimension must be set correctly During cutting the saw blade must saw through the entire tube wall X X Avoid breaking tool through low adequate feed forc...

Page 32: ... Do not use click in socket outlets and click in power plugs blue CEE power plugs for power connection otherwise the EMERGENCY STOP does not function The user must check whether the power plug can be pulled out of the outlet by the cable X X Only use original Orbitalum Tools parts X X Ensure free access to the power plug To be able to stop the machine also in case of emergency perform the correspo...

Page 33: ...re the slide housing starts rotating 5 Slide the pipe forward in the vice until the desired pipe length is reached mark the cutting point on the pipe by means of the line laser 1 6 Tighten the pipe firmly in the vice using the handwheel 3 at the GFX 3 0 or using the vice handle at the GFX 6 6 7 Switch the saw motor on at the ON OFF switch 4 IMPORTANT Apply saw blade lubricant to teeth of saw blade...

Page 34: ...Cutting and beveling pipe simultaneously The necessary work steps for simultaneously cutting and beveling are identical to chap 9 3 p 33 The pipe cutter however must revolve much slower around the pipe than when cutting since two tools are being used at the same time 9 6 Cutting tube elbows Pipe elbows are cut at saw blade clamping point 2 saw blade assembly see chap 8 5 p 28 The necessary work st...

Page 35: ... a stop and pull the mains plug DANGER Risk of electric shock due to poor electrics Fatal electric shock X X At the end of each working cycle before transportation changing tools cleaning and perform ing any maintenance adjustment or repair work switch off the machine allow it to run to a stop and pull the mains plug X X Repair and maintenance work on the electrical equipment may only be carried o...

Page 36: ...aw blade faces the tube cutter The tube is not cut concentrically The tube cutter has been incorrectly flanged The flange surfaces are contaminated X X Remove the tube cutter clean the fixing parts and flange surfaces reflange the saw The tube is not cut Pipe dimension not correctly set X X Adjust the bevel cutter to the tube dimension see chap 8 6 p 29 The clamping lever is not tightened X X Tigh...

Page 37: ...reinstimmung mit folgenden EG Richtlinien was designed constructed and manufactured in accordance with the following EC guidelines è stata progettato costruito e commercializzato in osservanza delle seguenti Direttive a été dessiné produit et commercialisé selon les Directives suivantes ha sido proyectado construido y comercializado bajo observación de las siguientes Directivas Maschinen Richtlini...

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