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OPERATING MANUAL
In cases where the machine is not to be used for a long period of time, the following precautions
must be taken:
Disconnect electrical supply to the machine, and place a disconnect tag on the electric panel as a
reminder for future use.
The storage place of the machine must be indoor with protection against humidity, dust, and dan-
ger of fire.
Lubricate top and bottom working surfaces with anti-rust lubricant.
Empty the oil from the tank.
Lubricate pistons and all metal surfaces with anti-rust lubricant
Lubricate plastic hoses against cracking.
Cover the machine with a nylon cover to protect against dust.
5.6 Storage
Take the following steps if the machine is to be re-utilized after a long period of storage:
To use the old machine oil, make sure that the physical and chemical properties of the liquid is
intact. This should be verified by an expert body. Otherwise, fill the tank with new oil.
All electrical components must be checked by a qualified electrician to make sure that all of them
are properly functional. Replace the faulty components.
The machine body and mechanical parts must be checked through by authorized and qualified
personnel, and the machine must be prepared for operation according to the operating instruc-
tions.
Re-utilization after storage
6. Machine Operation.
a. Check that the electrical supply has been connected.
b. Check that the hydraulic reservoir has been filled with hydraulic oil.
c. Ensure that the emergency stop button is in the released position.
d. Press the start button and check that all the indicator lights are ON.
e. Press the hydraulic pump button to start the electric motor.
e. Adjust the bend angle adjuster according to your requirements.
f. Once the steel plate is in position for bending then the choice of inching or automatic can be
selected.
6.2 Bending
6.2 Start Up
a. Before operating the machine check that the blade settings are correct.
b. Check that the material to be bent is the correct thickness.
c. Do not bend material which has been welded or deformed.
d. Adjust the bend angle adjuster according to your requirements.
e. Once the steel plate is in position for bending then the choice of inching or automatic
bending can be chosen.
