KTI63619
4
rev. 09/04/14
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHECK YOUR LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS REGARDING THE SAFE USE OF THIS PRESS.
1) Prior to use, the press feet #21 shall be firmly anchored to a concrete floor to prevent movement and tipping of the press while it is being
used.
2) Evaluate the work to be accomplished in order to make full use of the ram assembly #3 stroke. Consideration to press accessories used in
conjunction with the component to be worked on should determine the work height of the work bed #18.
3) Make sure the work bed #18 is free of any accessories, work pieces and tools before raising or lowering the work bed. The work bed is
light enough to be raised and lowered by hand. Once the work bed #18 is at its desired work height, install the pins #19 in the post #20
holes closest to the underside of the work bed. Make sure the pins #19 are fully engaged in the parallel flanges of the press’s posts #20.
4) Make sure the ram assembly is completely retracted at this time by turning the knob on the side of the pump #32 in a counterclockwise
direction. Assemble the work setup on the work bed #18 so that it is secure, stable and the ram assembly is properly aligned with the part
to be pressed so it makes for a straight vertical operation.
5) Install proper guarding that provides adequate protection against any flying parts and use a bearing shield if it applies to the application.
6) Make sure that goggles and all protective clothing are worn at this time and clear the press work area of bystanders before using.
7) Turn the knob on the side of the pump #32 in a clockwise direction until it stops and slowly activate the pump handle until the ram #3
meets the load. Continue to slowly pump the handle to make sure the setup is still stable and the ram #3 is pushing straight and vertical.
Discontinue pumping if the setup or vertical ram travel looks compromised. Release the ram by turning the knob on the side of the pump
#32 counterclockwise and make any required setup changes before pumping again. Make sure to read the gauge #1 intermittently so the
force does not exceed the lowest rated capacity press accessory, plunger or adapter being used.
8) After the work has been completed, retract the ram all the way, remove everything off the top of the work bed #18 and raise the work bed
off the top of the pins #19. The pins #19 can be removed and work bed #18 moved to another height. Always support the work bed #18
with pins #19. Never leave the press unattended without the pins #19 supporting the work bed #18.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
• Any press found to be inoperable or not operating according to its original design as a result of worn parts due to lack of lubrication or
adjustment, air/hydraulic system (if applicable) contaminated with water, rust and/or foreign materials from the air supply or other outside
source is not eligible for warranty consideration.
• The press must be anchored to a concrete floor and placed in a well protected area where it will not be exposed to inclement weather,
corrosive vapors, abrasive dust, or any other harmful elements.
• Check for hydraulic leaks and tighten, repair or replace components before using.
• Use a general purpose grease to lubricate the pump linkage on the pump #32.
• It should not be necessary to refill or top off the pump’s hydraulic fluid reservoir unless there is an external leak. An external leak requires
immediate repair by a qualified hydraulic repair mechanic who is familiar with the press.
• In order to prevent hydraulic seal damage, never use alcohol, hydraulic brake fluid or transmission oil in the hydraulic pump. Use a light
viscosity hydraulic jack or turbine oil, Chevron Hydraulic Oil ISO 32 or its equivalent Unocal Unax AW 150.
• Do not attempt to make any hydraulic repairs unless you are a qualified hydraulic repair person that is familiar with this press. Repair by
an authorized service center is recommended.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM: RAM WILL NOT EXTEND.
PROBLEM: RAM WILL NOT HOLD RATED LOAD.
PROBLEM: PUMPING FEELS SPONGY UNDER RATED LOAD.
PROBLEM: RAM WILL NOT EXTEND ALL THE WAY.
ACTION:
Make sure the round vent screw on the pump's reservoir is open. Following the air purging instruction under assembly
instructions step 14.
PROBLEM: RAM WILL NOT RETRACT ALL THE WAY.
ACTION:
Make sure the round vent screw at the top of the reservoir is open. If this does not correct the problem contact your place of
purchase for details on handling warranty.
PROBLEM: PRESS STILL DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY.
ACTION:
Contact your place of purchase for details on handling warranty.
