Rottler P69AHD, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Section 2 Installation P69AHD Manual
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Installation Procedure
IMPORTANT! Placement of Machine
It is critical that the machine be placed in an area of the facility that has a stable thermal environment. The
machine should be kept away from direct sunlight, large heating units, and doorways that would allow
outside air direct contact on the machine.
Exposure to the above and other extremes in temperature will cause thermal drift to occur in the
machines which could have a detrimental effect on machining accuracy. A number of unrepeatable errors
in machine performance have been linked to this condition.
Location
The productivity of the P69AHD will depend a great deal on the proper initial installation. Pay particular
attention to the means by which work pieces are lifted into and out of the machine as well as the material
handling to and from other operations in your shop. The proper loading arrangements and work location
for your P69AHD is extremely important.
A slow travel (6’ to 10’ per minute) power hoist, operated from either a bridge or jib crane arrangement
works very well. A 1000 lb. Is generally adequate for lifting most engine blocks. An air hoist with speed
control makes an ideal method for fast, efficient loading and unloading.
For shops where large production runs are anticipated, the work pieces should be loaded and unloaded
directly from a conveyor. If this is not the case, we suggest you pay considerable attention to the crane
so that it covers an adequate area to allow the operator to back up and remove work pieces without
creating a cluttered, dangerous work area.
Unpacking and Lifting
Use care when removing the crate materials from the machine. Be careful not to use force on any part of
the machine.