Harbor Freight 12 Ton H Frame Industrial Heavy Duty Floor Shop Press Product Manual
Manual for the 33497 12 ton Shop Press 33497 12 Ton Shop Press
2015-05-27
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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference. REV 15d Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible. Copyright© 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included. Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Table of Contents Safety Safetye��������������������������������������������������������� 2 Specifications............................................... Setup........................................................... 4 Operationa���������������������������������������������������� 8 Maintenancei����������������������������������������������� 9 Parts List and Diagram............................... 10 Warranty..................................................... 12 WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS Setup This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Addresses practices not related to personal injury. Operation IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to heed these markings may result in personal injury and/or property damage. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. Maintenance 1. Keep hands away from Arbor Plates and Press Pin during use. 6. Avoid off-center loads. Do not operate if workpiece tilts or binds during compression. 2. Do not move workpiece while compressed. 7. STOP and release compression if you suspect imminent structural failure. If safe, inspect thoroughly and reposition before proceeding. 3. Release load before service or maintenance. 4. Bolt to floor before use. 5. Keep area under Arbor Plates clear. If Arbor Plates rest on obstruction (i.e. bolt, debris, etc.), it creates an uneven press, causing excess stress and possible breakage. 8. Do not compress springs or other elastic objects. They could disengage hazardously. 9. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, heavy-duty work gloves, and steel-toe work boots during set up and/or use. 10. Keep bystanders out of work area. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 33497 17. Use only with Ram included with this Press. 13. Inspect before every use; do not use if parts are loose or damaged. 18. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements. 14. Ram service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. 19. This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children. 15. When servicing a Ram, use only identical replacement parts – refer to attached, productspecific parts list and diagram. Follow instructions in the “User - Maintenance Instructions” section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of injury. Safety 12. Do not operate the hydraulic ram beyond rated capacity. 16. Only use with accessories rated to handle the forces exerted by this tool during operation. Other accessories not designed for the forces generated may break and forcefully launch pieces. 20. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Shop Press. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 21. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. Maintenance Operation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Setup 11. Do not stand directly in front of the press when loaded. Do not leave the press unattended when loaded. Item 33497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3 Specifications Maximum Capacity Fluid Type 12 Tons (24,000 pounds) Hydraulic Fluid Safety Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Parts List and Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. Setup Setup - Before Use: Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Operation Inspect tool before use, looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts. If any problems are found, do not use tool until repaired. Components of this Shop Press are heavy. You will need a helper to safely assemble this product. Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. Assembly 1. Using the Functions section and the Parts List and Diagram near the end of the manual, lay out and identify all pieces before assembly. Maintenance 2. Have a helper hold the Uprights (15) vertically, and hold them steady until the Spreader (16) and Base Supports (14) are secured in place. See Figure A. Uprights (15) Bolts (12) Spreader (16) Nuts (13) Page 4 3. Slide each Base Support under the Uprights, and place the Spreader between them, as shown above. Line up the bolt holes and insert the Bolts (12) through the Spreader, Base Supports and Uprights, then secure in place with the Nuts (13). 4. Determine where you want to use the Press. Check to ensure that the Uprights are perpendicular to the Base Supports, then bolt to the floor (see Mounting to the Floor on page 6). Nuts (13) Base Supports (14) Figure A For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 33497 Assembly (cont′d) Nuts (2) Bolts (3) Uprights (15) Figure B 6. Slide the Support Pins (11) into the holes in the Uprights. Angle the Press Apron (10) so the rails of the Press Apron straddle the Uprights, then lower into place so the Press Apron rests on the Support Pins. See Figure C. Upright (15) Eye Bolts (6) Safety Ram Ring Header (1) 7. Insert the Eye Bolts (6) into the holes in the Ram Plate (7) and secure in place with the Nuts (8). See Figure D. Ram Plate (7) Nuts (8) Figure D 8. Place the Arbor Plates (9) on the Press Apron. Angle the Ram Plate (7) the same way you placed the Press Apron and slide it down the Press Frame so it rests on the Arbor Plates. See Figure E. Upright (15) Ram Plate (7) Setup 5. Align the holes on the Ram Ring Header (1) with the holes in the top of the Uprights and secure in place with the Bolts (3) and Nuts (2). Check that the assembly is square then finish tightening bolts. See Figure B. Press Apron (10) Figure C Pins (11) 9. Bleed the Ram (see Bleeding the Ram on page 8) and make sure it is fully collapsed. Maintenance Note: For set-up, position the Support Pins at least several holes down from the top holes in the Uprights so you have room to place the Ram Plate (7). You can readjust the placement of the Press Apron after assembly. Figure E Operation Arbor Plate (9) Item 33497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5 Hang the Ram 1. Hang the Springs (4) on the bars of the Ram Ring Header (1). See . Safety 2. Place the Ram (5) on the center of the Ram Plate (7). 4. Hook the Springs (4) into the Eye Bolts (6) to secure the Ram/Ram Plate in place. Ram Ring Header (1) Springs (4) 3. Slide the Ram Plate up the Ram Ring Header (1) so the Ram Saddle fits in the bracket (center underside of top of Header). Ram (5) Ram Plate (7) Eye Bolts (6) Figure F Mounting to the Floor Setup 1. To mount the Shop Press, with assistance, move the unit to the location where it is to be used. If needed, drill four 1/2" diameter mounting holes in the feet and use as a template to mark the spots where four 1/2" diameter holes will be drilled in the concrete or wood floor. Check for any hidden wiring or cables and adjust the location for the holes as needed. Then, temporarily set the Shop Press aside. 2. Use a masonry drill bit to drill the four 1/2" diameter holes (about 3"-4" deep) into the concrete. Make sure to blow out the concrete dust from the drilled holes. 3. Set the Shop Press back to the location where it is to be used, and align the four 1/2" diameter mounting holes in its feet with the four pre-drilled 1/2" holes in the concrete or wood. Then use four minimum 3" long, 1/2" diameter, concrete anchor bolts or lag bolts (not included) to secure the Shop Press to the concrete or wood floor. Operation Maintenance Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 33497 Functions Safety Upper Beam Ram Ram Handle Setup Ram Plate Operation Frame Posts Arbor Plates Maintenance Press Apron Base Sections Item 33497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7 Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Safety Bleeding the Ram IMPORTANT! Before first use, check for proper hydraulic fluid level in the Ram. Then thoroughly test the Ram for proper operation prior to its actual use. If the Ram appears not to be working properly, it may be necessary to bleed its hydraulic system of excess air. To bleed the Ram: 1. Remove the Fluid Filler Plug. Insert the slot on the lower portion of the Handle over the Valve Release Screw. Turn the Handle counterclockwise to close the Valve Release Screw. See Figure G. 2. Insert the Handle into the Plunger/Fulcrum Assembly. Apply pressure to the Saddle, and pump the Handle quickly several times. 3. Check the Fluid Fill Hole and, if necessary, top off the Fluid Fill Hole with hydraulic fluid. 4. Replace the Fluid Filler Plug. 5. Test the Ram several times before putting into use. If, after purging, the Ram still does not appear to be working properly, do not use the Ram until it has been repaired by a qualified service technician. Setup Handle (17) Elevating Screw (some models) Plunger/ Fulcrum Saddle Fluid Fill Hole Operation Valve Release Screw Fluid Filler Plug Figure G Tool Set Up 1. Use the Support Pins (11) to adjust the height of the Press Apron (10). 2. Position the Press Apron as high as possible while positioning the workpiece as close as possible to the ram of the Ram Plate (7). WARNING: Keep area under Arbor Plates clear of stray bolts or debris. Such items create an uneven surface which can cause the Arbor Plates to break under pressure. Workpeice Set Up Maintenance WARNING: When pressing two items together, the items must be lined up vertically. If not, one item may forcefully eject sideways from the unit. Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 33497 1. Place the item to press between the Arbor Plates (9). 2. Using the Ram Handle (17), jack down the Ram Plate until the ram of the Ram Plate contacts your workpiece. If you are pressing two items together, line them up vertically. 3. Continue to operate the Handle to press the workpiece. 4. When the task is completed, carefully release the Ram pressure. For safety, remove the Handle, and use it to slowly turn the Valve Release Screw on the Ram, allowing the Ram Plate to rise. WARNING: Stay clear of the rising Ram. The Ram may rise quickly during the release process. 5. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach. Safety General Operating Instructions Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. Setup TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Turn the Power Switch of the tool off before performing any procedure in this section. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use. Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication • loose hardware, • misalignment or binding of moving parts, • cracked or broken parts, and • any other condition that may affect its safe operation. 2. BEFORE EACH USE, test the Ram (5) for proper operation. If the Ram appears not to be working properly, follow instructions in Bleeding the Ram on page 8. 3. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth. Hydraulic Fluid 1. With the Ram fully lowered, unhook the Springs from the Eye Bolts and remove the Ram from the Shop Press. 2. Remove the Fluid Filler Plug. 3. Tip the Ram to allow the old hydraulic fluid to drain out of the unit completely, and dispose of the old hydraulic fluid in accordance with local regulations. Item 33497 4. Completely fill the unit with a high quality hydraulic fluid (not included) until the fluid just begins to run out of the Fluid Fill Hole. 5. Reinstall the Fluid Filler Plug. 6. Clean with a clean cloth using a detergent or mild solvent. 7. Replace the Ram onto the Shop Press (See Hang the Ram on page 6). For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Maintenance Change the hydraulic fluid at least once every three years. To change the hydraulic fluid: Operation 1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for: Page 9 Troubleshooting Safety TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning Ram. Completely resolve all problems before use. If the solutions presented in the Troubleshooting guide do not solve the problem, have a qualified technician inspect and repair the Ram before use. After the Ram is repaired: Test it carefully without a load by raising it and lowering it fully, checking for proper operation, BEFORE RETURNING THE RAM TO OPERATION. DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING RAM! POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS Ram will not function at its weight capacity Saddle lowers under load X X Setup X Pump stroke feels spongy Handle Saddle will moves not lift all up when the way Ram is under load Check that Release Valve is closed fully. X X X X PROBABLE SOLUTION Fluid (Make certain that the Ram is not leaking supporting a load while attempting a from filler solution.) plug X Operation X Valves may be blocked and may not close fully. To flush the valves: 1. Lower the Saddle and securely close the Release Valve. 2. Manually lift the saddle several inches. 3. Open the release valve and force the saddle down as quickly as possible. Ram may be low on fluid. Check the fluid level and refill if needed. Ram may require bleeding - see instructions on page page 8. Unit may have too much hydraulic fluid inside, check fluid level and adjust if needed. Parts List and Diagram Parts List Part Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Description Ram Ring Header Nut M12 Bolt M12×110 Spring Ram Eye Bolts Ram Plate Nut M8 Arbor Plate Qty 1 4 4 2 1 2 1 2 2 Part 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Description Qty Press Apron Support Pin Bolt M10×30 Nut M10 Base Supports Uprights Spreader Handle 1 2 4 4 2 2 1 1 Record Product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Page 10 Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 33497 Assembly Diagram 2 2 2 Safety 3 2 3 3 3 4 4 5 6 7 6 15 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 Item 33497 12 13 12 13 16 14 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11 Operation 8 9 8 9 15 Setup 17 Maintenance 1 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS. To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • 1-888-866-5797
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