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EFA cutters 

Translation of the  

original operating instructions 

 

  EN 

 

 

           Schmid & Wezel 

GmbH 

                                www.efa-germany.com

 

 

Rev. 00 

– 05.2020 

EFA cutters 

 

 

 

 

 

 

One-hand operation

 

EFA cutter Z079 
EFA cutter Z080 
EFA cutter Z100 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Two-hand operation

 

EFA cutter Z078 
EFA cutter Z090 
EFA cutter Z160 

 

Summary of Contents for EFA cutter Z078

Page 1: ...original operating instructions EN Schmid Wezel GmbH www efa germany com Rev 00 05 2020 EFA cutters One hand operation EFA cutter Z079 EFA cutter Z080 EFA cutter Z100 Two hand operation EFA cutter Z078 EFA cutter Z090 EFA cutter Z160 ...

Page 2: ...whole or in part used for competitive purposes without our authorisation or made available to third parties without our consent Any changes or amendments to these original operating instructions are only allowed to be made by us otherwise any warranty claim against us will be void Schmid Wezel GmbH Maschinenfabrik Maybachstrasse 2 75433 Maulbronn Germany 49 7043 1020 49 7043 10278 efa verkauf efa ...

Page 3: ...___________________________________________________________________ 15 5 1 3 Coupling and uncoupling the cutter____________________________________________________ 15 6 Handling___________________________________________________________________________ 16 6 1 Switch operation ________________________________________________________________________ 16 6 2 Working with the cutter ___________________...

Page 4: ... service life of the machine A prerequisite for safe handling and trouble free operation of the machine is observance of the following the operating instructions the company directives safety signs and danger warnings the legal provisions on occupational safety the applicable laws and regulations These operating instructions must always be kept accessible at the machine for all work to be carried ...

Page 5: ...the liability shall be borne by the user alone The cutter is only allowed to be used in fully functional condition with properly functioning safety devices with the equipment approved by the manufacturer Do not use materials harmful to health If contrary to the intended use materials harmful to health are to be processed then Schmid Wezel GmbH must be informed in writing about the planned use and ...

Page 6: ...count previous experience and knowledge The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical modifications in the course of further development of the machine described in these operating instructions No claims can therefore be derived from the information figures and descriptions in these operating instructions The manufacturer shall be liable for any errors or omissions within the scope of the ...

Page 7: ...s keep these operating instructions close to the machine First aid Important In the event of an accident provide FIRST AID 2 1 Safety instructions During the use of the machine dangers could arise in certain situations or through certain behaviour The measures described to protect against dangers must be observed The safety instructions are identified as shown in the following tables pictograms Sy...

Page 8: ...ng for a relatively long period can cause permanent hearing damage Only enter the area if wearing the correct hearing protection Warning of hot surface It is not always possible to notice the presence of hot machine parts containers or materials as well as hot liquids If such a safety sign is affixed to a component care must be taken Do not touch hot surfaces without protective gloves 2 1 3 Mandat...

Page 9: ...faces The workplace must comply with local hygiene and workplace regulations Keep your workplace tidy and in good working condition A cluttered or messy workplace can lead to accidents Take environmental influences into account Ensure proper lighting at least 500 lux Keep other persons away from your workplace Focus on the job in hand when working Do not use the EFA cutter when you are tired and o...

Page 10: ...sure level EN ISO 11688 1 dB A 85 Hand arm vibration EN 28662 m s 0 562 0 586 0 724 2 5 2 5 2 5 K Korrekturfaktor m s 0 016 0 074 0 052 Weight cutter kg 4 0 4 5 Tab 3 2 EFA cutter overview EFA cutters Part number Application Z079 008014484 Hydraulic hock cutter for cutting of hocks at the joint for medium sized and large plants Z080 008009711 Z100 008011944 Hydraulic hog sow head cutter and hock a...

Page 11: ...0 9 of 26 Z160 008011945 Hydraulic sow tail bone cutter two hand operation for cutting front and hindlegs medium sized and large plants 3 1 Dimensions The following figures give you an overview of the dimensions of the cutters EFA Z079 part no 008014484 EFA Z080 part no 008009711 ...

Page 12: ...EFA cutters Translation of the original operating instructions EN Rev 00 05 2020 10 of 26 EFA Z100 part no 008011944 EFA Z078 part no 008010109 ...

Page 13: ...EFA cutters Translation of the original operating instructions EN Rev 00 05 2020 11 of 26 EFA Z090 part no 008010581 ...

Page 14: ...26 EFA Z160 part no 008011945 3 2 Nameplate The nameplate is attached to the machine and contains information on the machine performance The following figure shows an example of the nameplate for EFA cutters Serial number Machine designation Part number Maximum pressure Year of production ...

Page 15: ...achine Warning Safety instruction Do not remove the cutting edge guard until just before start up Remove all packaging materials and dispose of them in a professional and environmentally friendly manner Check the machine for possible transport damage Information on disposal and recycling can be found in section 9 Storage of the machine Warning Safety instruction Do not remove the cutting edge guar...

Page 16: ...ard due to the machine slipping or falling when the weight relief device is attached or detached Danger Please note that if the rope rebounds when unloaded it is very dangerous for people and the spring will also be irreparably damaged The maximum load specified on the nameplate must not be exceeded Also make sure that the machine does not jam either on the snap hook or on the hook of the cutter B...

Page 17: ...The cutter is equipped with a plug connection 1 on the flow and a coupling 2 on the return Proceed as follows 1 Switch off the compressed air supply to the cutter and operate the switches on the cutter once The hydraulic hose cpl is now depressurised and the hose unit 3 4 can be uncoupled 2 Uncouple the depressurised hydraulic hose cpl with closed flow 3 from the hydraulic unit 3 To uncouple loose...

Page 18: ...ctly mounted see Fig 6 5 Holding the cutter Hold the EFA cutter securely One hand operation Operate the valve lever with the switching handle see Figs 6 1 6 2 to close the knives On Two hand operation Operate both switching handles simultaneously see Figs 6 3 6 4 to close the knives On Switching off One hand operation Release the valve lever with switching handle see Figs 6 1 6 2 to open the knive...

Page 19: ...gles and in the cutting edge area not with the tips of the blades Otherwise there could be a knife breakage as a result of an overload For safety reasons the bracket 1 of the cutter which can be mounted on both sides must be mounted on the same side as the hand you are using to hold the material during the cutting process i e on the right for left handed persons and on the left for right handed pe...

Page 20: ... 1 3 Coupling and uncoupling the cutter Remove the safety rings 7 and press out both bolts 8 with pin Make sure that the fork is positioned securely Remove hexagon nut 6 and threaded bolt 11 Before assembling the cutter clean the dismantled parts check them for wear and renew them if necessary Grease all sliding points with EFA special grease Item no Part number Designation Quantity 1 007009568 Kn...

Page 21: ... 1 3 Knife installation Before reinstallation clean the dismantled parts check them for wear and renew them if necessary Grease all sliding points with EFA special grease Before fastening the forks adjust the knives 1 so they move smoothly and without play by means of the self locking hexagon nuts 6 7 1 4 Hydraulic unit Drain the oil fill at least once a year check for dirt and replace if necessar...

Page 22: ...icable safety and hygiene requirements for this purpose Do not use any aggressive solvents Do not use a steam blaster or high pressure cleaner Do not immerse the device in water 8 1 1 Cleaning the cutter Warning Wear cut resistant gloves and safety shoes when cleaning the cutter To clean the device after working with it use a cloth brush and warm water 40 55 C Stubborn or encrusted dirt must be so...

Page 23: ...grease Grease the knives through grease nipples see Fig 8 1 Fig 8 2 Lubricating points with EFA special grease 1 2 strokes with grease gun 8 2 2 Knife play Regularly every month check the knife play Due to the breakage hazard the knives must always be adjusted so they move smoothly and without play If the self locking of the hexagon nut is no longer guaranteed it must be renewed immediately see se...

Page 24: ...nly a small amount of material has been worn away Do not use force as parts could be damaged Only use genuine EFA spare parts 8 3 3 Repair by customer service Danger Disconnect the device from the plant network prior to performing any repair work Only qualified persons are authorised to perform repairs The EFA Service department of Schmid Wezel GmbH is at your disposal for repairs In the event of ...

Page 25: ... and local environmental protection regulations Disconnect the machine from the mains power and or the pneumatic hydraulic supply Disassemble the machine completely Degrease the machine completely Dispose of used oil and components and materials contaminated with oil in accordance with the applicable environmental conditions Separate all reusable materials according to type Sort the individual reu...

Page 26: ...ion of the original operating instructions EN Schmid Wezel GmbH Maschinenfabrik Maybachstrasse 2 75433 Maulbronn Germany 49 7043 1020 49 7043 10278 efa verkauf efa germany de Internet http www efa germany de Rev 00 05 2020 ...

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