Fire Pants Fabrication SC72 2hp Setup Instructions Download

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SET UP INSTRUCTIONS

SCORPION GRINDER

Serial Numbers 011+

FIRE PANTS FABRICATION

Website:

www.firepantsfab.com.au

Email:

[email protected]

Phone: 0431 933 268

Summary of Contents for SC72 2hp

Page 1: ...1 SET UP INSTRUCTIONS SCORPION GRINDER Serial Numbers 011 FIRE PANTS FABRICATION Website www firepantsfab com au Email admin firepantsfab com au Phone 0431 933 268 ...

Page 2: ...2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE 1 Introduction 3 2 Specifications 3 3 Unpacking 4 4 Setting Up 4 5 Operating instructions 17 6 Safety 18 7 Troubleshooting 21 ...

Page 3: ...00mm flat platen to a 250mm slack belt without even stopping or making adjustments 150 350mm contact wheel capability Australian designed and built NOTE PLEASE DO NOT OPERATE THE SCORPION GRINDER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ARE FAMILIAR WITH ITS CONTROLS THE SCORPION GRINDER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY BY TRAINED PERSONNEL 2 SPECIFICATIONS Model SC72 Frame SC72 2hp SC72 3hp SC72 VSD Di...

Page 4: ...flaps of the packing box to remove the Scorpion Grinder from the base of the box Grasp the Scorpion Grinder on both sides using proper lifting techniques and place it on a stable bench top Visually check the Scorpion Grinder to ensure that no damage occurred during shipping 4 SETTING UP Tools required 5mm Allen key 6mm Allen key 10mm spanner or socket x2 13mm spanner or socket 16mm spanner or sock...

Page 5: ...ts and confirm the contents Refer to contents list on bag for correct hardware Step 2 Unpack motor onto bench flip it onto its back use a 13mm socket to remove the motor feet Retain feet and hardware Step 3 Place motor in position shown in picture Reinstall the feet using the original hardware on the side facing up The feet will be on the same side as the data plate Tighten to 15 ft lb ...

Page 6: ...o For Fixed speed machines swap bolts A and B For Variable speed machines remove bolt A and place in the empty position B Step 4 While in this position locate the base plate and the 4 x M8 40mm countersunk bolts washers and nuts Use a 6mm allen key and 13mm spanner and 5mm Allen key to install the base plate If installing on a pedestal you may need to preinstall the bolts ...

Page 7: ...wer until the assembly is completed Step 6 locate the 4 x M8 25mm bolts Large washers Scorpion frame Step 7 Place the frame on the motor face mount in an upright position install the 4 bolts by hand into the slotted holes into the motor face Use a spirit level on the front vertical face of the frame and adjust plumb before tightening to 20 ft lb with 13mm socket ...

Page 8: ...key in the back while pulling the lever back to allow you to rotate the centre easily Step 9 Locate the platen angle brackets 2 x 10 16mm bolts washers 2 x M12 20mm bolts washers Install angle brackets to platen by hand then the assembly to the frame Lightly nip up the bolts using a 16mm and 18mm spanner to hold in place final adjustment will come later The platen mount holes are offset the defaul...

Page 9: ...0 Next assemble the work rest to the tool arm using 1 x M12 35mm bolt and washer and 1 locking handle with a washer Tighten the bolt just enough to allow some movement when the locking handle has been released ...

Page 10: ... rotating to another position The spring will lock them in the new position Step 11 Locate the tensioner handle hinge assembly tracking adjuster tracking wheel 125mm 2 x M8 25mm Socket head bolt 1 x M8 20mm socket head bolt Step 12 Place the two 2 25mm long bolts through the holes shown and place through the holes on the tracking arm then secure the hinge assembly to the other side Tighten to 20 f...

Page 11: ... the T handle thread then install the tracking adjuster T handle until it contacts the back of the hinge the nut is there to help lock the handle in place it should not need a spanner to tighten it enough to lock the adjuster in place ...

Page 12: ... required and press the ends firmly onto the mounts on the frame The rod should be facing down Replace clips Step 15 Then slide the tracking wheel over the axle on the hinge assembly You may need to use a small screwdriver to lift the bearing spacer inside the wheel to get it to slide on Secure using the 20mm long socket head bolt and washer tighten to 20ft lb ...

Page 13: ... use Guard is not shown in the following steps Step 16 Locate the drive wheel and M8 40mm bolt Remove the protective cover from the motor shaft line up the keyway on the shaft and the wheel carefully slide the drive wheel onto the shaft The wheel should be snug but not require any more than some light taps with a rubber hammer to slide it on If it does not slide on remove the key from the shaft an...

Page 14: ...t secure with the bolt tighten to 20ft lb Step 18 Locate the supplied belt and hang it over the top wheel Pull down on the tensioner handle to hook it under the drive wheel Pay attention to the belt orientation some can only be used in one direction ...

Page 15: ...ore aft position by loosening the M12 bolts on the frame the platen should protrude into the belt by 1 2mm Use a spirit level or measure off the frame to get it even Tighten adjuster bolts Adjust the platen left or right to be centred on the belt by loosening the M10 bolts on the back of the platen Tighten adjuster bolts Adjust the platen left or right to be centred on the belt by loosening the M1...

Page 16: ...r tightening the worktable Step 22 Mount the VSD DOL Starter securely Follow the instructions in the VSD manual for air gap and other mounting requirements Mounting hardware not included Step 23 Your Scorpion grinder is now assembled and ready to use Plug it in to a suitable power source and refer to the Operating instruction section ...

Page 17: ...f belt on the Scorpion Grinder See instruction manual for use on the Variable Speed Drive NOTE ALL VARIABLE SPEED DRIVES SUPPLIED BY FIRE PANTS FABRICATION WIRED OR NOT HAVE BEEN PROGRAMMED TO SUIT THE SCORPION GRINDER Operation Instructions 1 Inspect machine prior to and during use for loose bolts worn parts noisy bearings damage to electrical cables 2 Install the belt by pulling down on the tens...

Page 18: ...for damaged parts loose bolts Keys and wrenches left on machine and any other conditions that may affect the machines operation Repair and replace damaged parts 13 Keep work clean and make sure you have good lighting Cluttered and dark shadows may cause accidents 14 Use recommended accessories Refer to instruction manual or ask manufacturer when using accessories The use of improper accessories ma...

Page 19: ...o reach full speed before sanding 11 Leaving a grinder Unattended Always turn the grinder off and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before leaving the grinder Do not leave grinder running unattended for any reason 12 Disc sanding Keep workpiece down toward the table whilst sanding Workpiece may cause serious injury if not held correctly 13 Avoiding Entanglement Grinder guards...

Page 20: ...y stopped Always keep gap between table and disc to a minimum Make sure all guard are secured shut when machine is on E Friction Medium Keep hands and body clear from sanding disc belt F Striking Medium Wear appropriate protective clothing Wear safety glasses Stand clear of moving parts on machine Remove all loose objects around moving parts Ensure belts are in good condition and at correct tensio...

Page 21: ... repair as required Abrasive belts keep tearing 1 Belt is running in the wrong direction 2 Platen it too far forward 1 Ensure unidirectional belts are running in direction shown on the label 2 Adjust platen to correct position or round off the top and bottom corners Edge not cutting square 1 Worktable is not square to platen 1 Adjust table to platen Belt tracking is not consistent 1 Machine is vib...

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