Team SILK AX48-120, Instruction Manual

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AX48-120 Flange Facing Machine
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4.2 BASIC OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT
The basic operation of the machine follows the routine:
1. Lifting the machine from its packing cases.
2. Checking the machine for completeness and condition.
3. Fitting the appropriate base assembly to the work piece.
4. Lifting and positioning the machine on the base assembly.
5. Adjusting the machine so the surfacing arm is parallel with the work piece.
6. Balancing the machine if being used in a vertical orientation.
7. Connecting the air supply and setting the rotational speed.
8. Setting the tool for facing and grooving.
9. Performing the machining operation.
10. Removal of the machine on completion and preservation and packing.
4.3 LIFTING AND SLINGING ARRANGEMENTS
The AX48-120 machine when complete and in its packing box weighs 935 kg. The machine
base when complete and in its packing box weighs 835 kg.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MANUALLY MOVE THE MACHINE OR MACHINE BASE IN THEIR
PACKING BOXES. ALWAYS USE A MECHANICAL LIFTING DEVICE.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MANUALLY LIFT THE AX48-120 MACHINE OR BASE OUT OF
THE PACKING CASE. ALWAYS USE A MECHANICAL LIFTING DEVICE.
WHEN SETTING UP THE MACHINE ON A VERTICAL FLANGE THE LIFTING CHAIN
SHOULD BE LEFT IN PLACE UNTIL THE MACHINE IS FULLY SECURED.
Before machine installation, as a secondary precaution, it is recommended that a framework
is constructed inside the vessel to support or restrain the base to prevent injury to the
operator and possible damage to the equipment should the machine slip or move within the
bore.
When working on vertical vessels it is advisable to erect staging under the machine base to
aid with installation and positioning, and to prevent base from falling into vessel.