SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not exceed the rated capacity. Never apply excessive force to a
work piece and always use the pressure gauge to accurately deter-
mine the applied load.
Use this press for the purpose for which it is intended. Do not use it
for any purpose it is not designed to perform.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings and other
loose jewellery and contain long hair. Keep proper balance and foot-
ing, do not over reach, wear non-skid footwear.
Only use this press on a surface that is stable, level, dry, not slippery
and capable of sustaining the load. Keep the surface clean, tidy and
free from unrelated materials and ensure that there is adequate light-
ing.
Inspect the press before each use. Do not use if bent, broken,
cracked, leaking or otherwise damaged or if it has been subjected to
a shock load.
Check to ensure that all applicable bolts and nuts are firmly tight-
ened.
Ensure the work piece is centre-loaded and secure.
Keep hands and feet away from the bed area at all times.
Do not operate the press when you are tired or under the influence
of alcohol, drugs or any intoxicating medication.
Do not allow untrained persons to operate the press.
Do not make any modifications to the press.
Do not use brake fluid or any other improper fluid and avoid mixing
different types of oil when adding hydraulic oil to the press. Only
high quality hydraulic oil should be used.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions carefully. Note the safety instructions
and warnings. Use the product correctly and with care for the purpose
of which it is intended. Failure to do so may cause damage to prop-
erty and/or serious personal injury. Please keep this instruction manual
safe for future use.
We’ve done all we can to ensure this press offers the utmost in safety
but you have to do your part. No amount of warning can take the
place of good judgement, so make sure it’s the first thing you bring to
any job. Beyond that here are some tips:
Steel and other materials can shatter. Always use protective eye-wear,
a full-face impact safety shield and heavy duty work gloves that com-
ply with the appropriate ansi code.
If you detect anything that may indicate imminent structural failure
stop using the press immediately and inspect it thoroughly.
Bolt the press to the floor if it is to be used on bulky or unstable items.
Do not use the press to compress springs or any other item that could
disengage and cause a potential hazard.
Use a qualified person to maintain the press in good condition. Keep
it clean for safe and optimum performance.
SPECIFICATION
MAX CAPACITY
20 TON
STROKE
165MM
WORK RANGE
0-895MM
WEIGHT
126 kg
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