Team SILK AX14-60, Instruction Manual

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AX14-60 Flange Facing Machine
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During centralising ensure that the setting straps are fitted. When centralised, the
base should be tight enough within the bore to support its own weight and that of
the turntable assembly.
6. When the base assembly is correctly positioned within the bore, evenly tighten
the remaining 4 non-adjustable ram bolts. Take care not to move the base
assembly out of position.
7. Care must be taken not to over tighten the jaw assemblies as it is possible for
them to distort the base assembly, flange or pipe.
8. Remove the centralising assembly from the mounting base assembly.
5.2.4 Levelling the base within the bore
1. Replace the spike on the clocking arm with a dial test indicator (DTI) and
manually rotate the arm to clock the flange surface. Make a note of the reading
at the highest point (datum level) and at the lowest point. Using the jaw height
adjuster adjust the jaw nearest the lowest point first. Turn clockwise to raise the
base, adjust the other two jaws until the clock reaches the highest reading
(datum level) at all points. Re-clock the face to ensure a constant reading.
When achieved the base will be parallel to the flange.
2. Recheck that the base is tight enough within the flange and that it is capable of
supporting its own weight and that of the drive hub assembly. Remove the
clocking tower and the four support setting brackets.
3. Finally, secure the four remaining non-adjustable ram bolt assemblies into
position. Do not over tighten as it is possible to distort the base or work piece.
5.2.5 Machine installation
THE MACHINE WEIGHS 85KG. USE A MECHANICAL LIFTING DEVICE.
WHEN SETTING UP THE MACHINE ON A VERTICAL FLANGE THE
LIFTING HOOK SHOULD BE LEFT ON UNTIL THE MACHINE IS FULLY
SECURED.
CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO ENSURE THAT THE LIFTING EQUIPMENT
DOES NOT OBSTRUCT THE ROTATION OF THE MACHINE DURING THE
INSTALLATION
1. Determine if the fall-stop kit is needed (refer to Appendix E).
FAILURE TO FIT THE FALL-STOP KIT OR A SIMILAR DEVICE COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO PEOPLE OR DAMAGE TO PLANT &
EQUIPMENT.