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User's Manual
There are two table plates that should always be
used as a backing plate during pressing opera-
tions. You will find notches in these table plates
to allow you to use the press as a straightening
press for axles, shafts, etc and most round stock.
When using your press always use the highest
table setting to minimize the stroke distance of
the ram.
NOTE: only use supplied table pins. Do not weld
or pin table. Once a part is put in the press and is
clamped or braced securely, close the pumping
unit release valve handle (Clockwise). Pump the
handle to lower the ram. Pump until pressing
operation is completed.
If you need to maintain pressure leave the valve
on the pumping unit closed. When operation
is complete, turn the valve counter-clockwise
to release pressure and raise the ram. Once the
ram has been raise just above the work close
valve again and repeat operation on the next
part. There is no need to raise the ram all the
way to the top each time.
If pressing application requires a certain ton-
nage, press until the gauge reads the appropri-
ate tonnage then stop. Release pressure and
repeat operation.
NOTE: Never pump the ram down fully and
dead head the ram in the cylinder. Only build
pressure when using the table plates or a part is
being pressed. Failure to do this may cause ram
seal damage and leaking.
If the application requires off center pressing,
loosen the head ram traverse plate bolts and
slide head left or right to the area where press-
ing is required. You may now proceed with the
operation. When head is returned to the center
position snug these bolts up to prevent unex-
pected movement.
CAUTION: always make sure you are press-
ing with the whole ram. Center ram over the
work, do not press with only the edge of the
nose piece. This can cause injury by ejecting the
part, or damage to the ram.
MAINTENANCE
1. On a regular basis wipe the entire press. Keep
ram free from debris and abrasive materials
(Frequency depends on environment the ma-
chine is in).
2. A light oil applied to the ram will help to keep
the surface clean.
3. If the hydraulic hose or table pins are worn
or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced
immediately.
4. If oil is ever needed, remove plug from the
top of the pumping unit and add hydraulic jack
oil. Bleed the system by pumping the handle
repeatedly about a dozen times with the valve
open. Close valve and check that air has been
bled.
WARNING: Never make adjustments to the
pressure setting adjustment. Never remove the
red plastic cap covering this adjustment screw.
Serious machine damage or physical injury may
occur.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Oil leaking around ram. Put ram under full
pressure for 1 hour. Bad seal
2. Ram is jerky or sluggish. With valve open
repeatedly pump the handle to bleed air from
lines.
3. Ram does not return fully Open and close
valve several times. Return spring broken.
4. Pump will not pump. Make sure valve is fully
closed.
5. Leaking by gauge. Place Teflon tape to
threads and reinstall.
6. Leaking by hoses. Check all fitting, make sure
they are tight. Look for hole or abrasions.
7. Will not reach max. tonnage. Check that the
valve is closed fully. Bleed system.
8. Will not hold pressure. Some bleed off will
occur over time. Check if valve is closed fully
Off center
Incorrect