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Tube Facing Tool
User’s Manual
Facing the Tube
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WARNING
Allow the machine to run until it stops rotating after
cutting tube to avoid injury
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WARNING
Do not touch the tool holder or cutting insert while the
tool is in operation
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WARNING
Only operate the tool with a clamped tube (all series) and
a closed viewing window (TF24 series)
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WARNING
Eye protection must be worn while operating or working
near the equipment
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WARNING
Keep hands, loose clothing, and long hair away from
rotating and moving parts
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WARNING
Wear safety gloves to remove chips Remove long and
bent chips with needle-nose pliers or a similar tool
NOTICE
Excessive feed of the cutting insert into the tube can
damage the cutting tool or cause the tool to overheat
NOTICE
Verify there is space between the cutting tool and the
tube before clamping the tube to prevent damage to the
cutting tool The cutting tool can be damaged by a tube
not cut at a right angle
NOTICE
If speed is reduced too quickly, the tool may “dig” into the
tube, causing damage to the tube face and the tool, and
may cause the tool to stop Reduce the feed rate of the
cutting insert and the tool speed gradually
NOTICE
Verify the motor is in drill mode if the motor is equipped
with a hammer mode Operating the tool in hammer mode
will cause damage to the tool and the tube