AcraDyne HT series User manual
AcraDyne
High-Torque Nutrunners
Operations Manual
PO Box 16460, Portland OR 97292-0460 • 800-852-1368 • Fax 800-582-9015
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Table of Contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Information..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Specifications.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Operation.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5-6
Reaction Bars Safety............................................................................................................................................................................................................7-8
Accessories.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Recommended Maintenance............................................................................................................................................................................................10
AIMCO Limited Warranty.....................................................................................................................................................................................................11
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Introduction
CAUTION – DO NOT USE THE ACRADYNE®HT NUTRUNNING SYSTEM WITHOUT FULLY READING THIS MANUAL AND HAVING A
COMPLETE UNDERSTANDING OF THE CORRECT USAGE OF A HIGH TORQUE DELIVERING TOOL AND ANY ASSOCIATED REACTION
BARS/ACCESSORIES.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1) WORK AREA
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) This tool is intended for indoor use only.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
INDICATES CAUTION IS REQUIRED. FAILURE TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND CORRECT OPERATING TECHNIQUE CAN RESULT
IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF LIMB OR DEATH.
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. If the maximum duty cycle of the attached tool is exceeded or the tool temperature exceeds
50° C., then the operator should wear protective hand wear (gloves).
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging
in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do no wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these
devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c) This product is designed to be used in combination with the AcraDyne iEC DC tool controller for intermittent hand-held or fixtured assembly
processes.
Safety Information
Thank you for your purchase of an AcraDyne®HT Series Electric Transducerized Nutrunner. These Nutrunners deliver true,
traceable Torque and Angle tightening events with data recording abilities delivered by the AcraDyne Controllers they connect to.
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Specifications
Environmental
•OperatingTemperature:0°Cto32°C
•StorageTemperature:0°Cto65°C
•Humidity:
- 5% to 90% RH, Non-Condensing, for temperatures 0°C to 40°C
- 5% to 60% RH, Non-Condensing, for temperatures 0°C to 65°C
•MaximumAltitudeofOperation:3000m
•Maximumdecibellevel:77dB(A)
Electrical
•MotorType:BLDC
- MotorPhaseVoltage:160VoltsPulseDC@ControllerSupplyVoltageof120RMS,or
320VoltsPulseDC@ControllerSupplyVoltageof230RMS
•DutyCycle:TheNutrunnersareintendedforintermittentoperationwithrecommended
dutycyclesnottoexceed30%.Note:Actualmaximumdutycyclesaredependentupon
severalfactorsincluding:AmbientTemperature,ToolSelection,JointConditions,Operating
Parameter Set Programming and Operator Handling. For optimum Duty Cycle
determination, please contact your authorized AcraDyne®Product Representative.
•MotorSpeedSettingGuidelines-AcraDyneToolWaresoftware,whenusedwithanAcraDyneDCcontroller,
offers a wide range of programming options. An experienced, trained person should be responsible for the
setup of these options. Tool Speeds should be set taking into consideration the maximum RPM output of the
given tool in use. Tools with Maximum Rated RPM below 30 should not be ran at speeds less than 100%.
Tools with Maximum Rated RPM above 30 may be ran at speeds less than 100% according to specific
application demands.
Physical
(AEP) (AED) (AEJ) (AEF)(AES)
MODEL SERIES APPROX. TORQUE APPROX. SPEED WEIGHT LENGTH DIA. DRIVE SOUND LEVEL
(handle type) Nm ft-lb rpm kg lb mm in mm in in dB(A)
( )4(A)(B)66500A 6000 500 370 120 5.7 12.5 300 11.8 66 2.6 0.75 66
( )4(A)(B)66750A 6000 750 550 85 5.7 12.5 300 11.8 66 2.6 0.75 66
( )4(A)(B)771000A 7000 1000 750 65 5.7 15 300 11.8 66 3.0 1 66
( )4(A)(B)772500A 7000 2500 1850 25 8.1 17 328 12.9 76 3.0 1 66
( )4(A)(B)883000A1 8000 3000 2200 20 12.3 27 376 14.8 86 3.6 1 66
( )4(A)(B)883000A 8000 3000 2200 20 12.3 27 376 14.8 86 3.6 1.5 66
( )4(A)(B)884100A1 8000 4650 3400 12 12.3 27 376 14.8 86 3.6 1 66
( )4(A)(B)884100A 8000 4650 3400 12 12.3 27 376 14.8 86 3.6 1.5 66
( )4(A)(B)896500A 9000 6500 4800 7 15 33 457 18 101 4.0 1.5 66
( )4(A)(B)898100A* 9000 8100 6000 5 15 33 457 18 101 4.0 1.5 66
*Under development
Add “A” to part numbers for fixed gearcase models. Add “B“ to part numbers for clutched gearcase models.
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Operation
1. Connect the tool cable to the iEC controller
and the tool:
The tool cable has curved alignment tabs and slots built into
the connectors at each end to ensure proper alignment and
connection with the tool and controller.
Make sure that power is not turned on at the
controller before making any connections. Align the
female connector on the cable with the male connector on the
tool and insert the cable onto the tool, then slide the connector
nut onto the threads on the cable and turn clockwise until
hand-tight.
Align the male connector tab on the other end of the tool
cable with the female slot on the controller and insert the cable
into the connector, then slide the metal outer cover onto the
connection threads on the controller and turn clockwise until
hand-tight.
2. Multifunction Button Operation:
The tool will flash all LED lights three times when power is
first turned on at the controller. After the controller finishes
initializing and displays a target toque value, the multifunction
button (MFB) is used to toggle the tool from clockwise mode
(FWD) to counter-clockwise operation mode (REV). The MFB
is the small button opposite the trigger.
The tool will initially start in clockwise mode and will have no
LED lights turned on. If the trigger is pressed, the tool will
turn on the blue LED meaning the tightening operation is
underway. Pressing the MFB will cause the tool to flash yellow
and red LED lights. Pressing the MFB again will switch the
tool back to FWD mode and will indicate this with no LED
lights turned on.
CAUTION IS REQUIRED. FAILURE TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND CORRECT OPERATING
TECHNIQUE CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF LIMB OR DEATH.
AcraDyne®HT Series Nutrunners are a part of a complete system including Controller, Tool Cable and Tool.
Specific instructions on setup, programming and features are described in greater detail within the AcraDyne®
Controller Manuals and ToolWare software manuals that are provided with those components.
Cable
Connection
Square
Drive
Multi Function
Button Trigger Button
3. Trigger Button Operation:
To start the tool, press the start lever. Blue LED lights will be
displayed while tightening a bolt. The tool will stop automatically
when it senses its target torque value or if no torque is sensed
in a specified time period. After a cycle is complete, the tool
will display green LED lights for a success, or red LED lights
for failure to reach torque/angle.
4. Free Run Timeout (Controller Program
Setting):
For tools with Catalog rated speeds below 60 RPM, it is
recommended that the Free Run Timeout in the Controller
DSP menu under Timeout Settings be changed to 30 seconds
from the default setting of 5 seconds.
Light Ring Light Assignment
The Buzzer and Multi-Function Button are programmable in the
DSP Menu of ToolWare.
Light Color Meaning
Green Solid OK
Red Flashing Torque Low
Red Solid Torque High
Yellow Flashing Angle Low
Yellow Solid Angle High
Blue Solid Tool In-Cycle/Tool Armed
Blue Flashing P-Set Change thru MFB
All On Flashing Tool in Disassembly
Buzzer Bad Assembly/Tool in Disassembly/Power Up
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Operation
A complete tool system consists of the following items:
Controller Power cord Tool Tool Cable Reaction Bar*
* Application specific
Clutched Models
An optional feature on AcraDyne® HTSeriesNutrunnersisalockingclutchthatallowsthegearcase270degreesofrotationin
relation to the motor/handle assembly. This feature is useful in positioning the reaction bar against the workpiece prior to the
tightening event.
CAUTION IS REQUIRED. THE CLUTCH PIN SHOULD BE FULLY ENGAGED BEFORE COMMENCING
TIGHTENING OPERATION. THE GEARCASE HAS STOPS THAT LIMIT ROTATION TO APPROXIMATELY
270 DEGREES AND SHOULD NOT BE ROTATED PAST ITS STOPS AS SERIOUS DAMAGE CAN OCCUR
WITHIN THE TOOL.
Tomaximizetheeffectivenessofthisfeature:
• BeginwiththeAcraDyne® HT Series Nutrunner
disconnected from any controller.
• Makesuretherecessedareaaroundtheteethonthe
ReactionBarisdowntowardtheGearBox.
• InstalltheReactionBarbylininguptheSetScrewonthe
frontoftheGearBoxwiththeNotchintheReactionBar.
• InstalltheRetainingRingintotheGrooveoftheGearBox.
• ReconnecttheAcraDyne®HT Series Nutrunner to an
AcraDyne®Controller and prepare for use.
WARNING:FORMODELSTHATDONOTHAVETHENOTCHANDSETSCREW:
THEREACTIONBARMUSTBEINSTALLEDCENTEREDINTHEGEARCASE.THISPROCESS
MUSTBEFOLLOWEDTOENSURETHEREACTIONBARISCENTEREDINTHEROTATIONOFTHEGEARCASE.
THE TOOL HANDLE MUST NOT BE LOCATED AGAINST A SOLID OBJECT DURING OPERATION OF
THE TOOL WITHOUT A REACTION BAR OR REACTION ABSORBING DEVICE IN USE AND IN GOOD
CONDITION. A PINCH POINT CAN EXIST BETWEEN THE HANDLE AND THE SOLID OBJECT AND
WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE TOOL, SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH SHOULD PROPER REACTION
HANDLING PRACTICES NOT BE OBSERVED.
Whenreadytobegintightening:
• PulltheSpringLoadedClutchKnobawayfromthetoolbody.
• Swivelthereactionbarintopositionminimizingorideallyeliminatinganygap
between the Reaction Bar and the Reaction Surface of the application.
• ReleasetheSpringLoadedClutchKnobandtheclutchwilllockthe
position prior to tightening.
• Completethetighteningevent.
Reaction Bar
Set Screw
Retaining Ring
Notch
Gear Box
Clutch Knob
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Reaction Bars Safety
AcraDyne®HT Nutrunning Systems deliver high amounts of torque to an application in a continuous drive manner. As is the
nature with all tool systems that function in this manner, high amounts of torque reaction will occur. AcraDyne®HT systems
work with Reaction Bars that engage the tool with a secure spline and when used correctly counteract the natural torque
reaction in use by pressing against a part detail or adjacent nut/bolt.
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THESE FORCES ARE UNDERSTOOD COMPLETELY BY THE OPERATOR AND
THAT THE REACTION BARS HAVE BEEN CHOSEN WITH THE APPLICATION’S SPECIFIC GEOMETRY
IN MIND.
ACRADYNE®OFFERS A RANGE OF REACTION BARS FROM STOCK AND WILL DESIGN SPECIFIC
REACTION BARS TO SUIT SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS UPON REQUEST.
IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT REACTION BAR OR TOOL
HOLDING FIXTURE IS IN PLACE PRIOR TO USE OF THE ACRADYNE®HT SERIES NUTRUNNER.
Reaction Bar Guidelines
CAUTION IS REQUIRED. FAILURE TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND CORRECT OPERATING TECHNIQUE
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF LIMB OR DEATH.
The guidelines offered below are only guidelines. Should there be any doubt as to the integrity of a proposed reaction strategy,
it is strongly advised to consult with an AcraDyne®authorized representative prior to executing strategy.
Figure 1 – Safe reaction window
Reaction force is equal to the point being applied. The magnitude of the reaction force is dependent upon the perpendicular
distance between the point of reaction and the centerline of the gearbox. In other words, the greater the distance the lower
force experienced. For this reason, the point of reaction should be kept as far away from the centerline of the tool gearbox as
possible.
Sockets
CAUTION IS REQUIRED. FAILURE TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND CORRECT OPERATING TECHNIQUE
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF LIMB OR DEATH.
OnlyImpactGrade,IndustrialSocketsshouldbeusedwithAcraDyne®HT Series Nutrunners. Mechanic-grade chrome
sockets are not to be used as they do not have sufficient structural strength required to deliver the higher torque loads that an
AcraDyne®HT Series Nutrunner is capable of delivering. In addition, the use of Socket Extensions of any length are strongly
discouraged as they also will experience failure to an extent where tool damage or operator injury may occur.
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Reaction Bars Safety
Pinch Point
CAUTION IS REQUIRED. FAILURE TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND CORRECT OPERATING TECHNIQUE
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF LIMB OR DEATH.
The nature of a Reaction Bar in any continuous drive tool is to press against an object to counteract Torque Reaction as the
tool is delivering Torque.
THE OPERATOR MUST TAKE GREAT CARE TO KEEP BODY PARTS OR FOREIGN MATTER CLEAR
OF THE AREA BETWEEN THE REACTION BAR AND THE SURFACE IT IS REACTING AGAINST.
ANY BODY PART OR FOREIGN MATTER RESIDING IN A SPACE BETWEEN THE REACTION BAR
AND THE SURFACE IT WILL REACT AGAINST WILL ENCOUNTER SIGNIFICANT FORCES THAT CAN
CAUSE INJURY, LOSS OF LIMB OR DEATH.
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Accessories
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BREAKAWAY CABLE CONNECTOR
Ensures disconnect of cable should stress in excess of 40 lbs occur.
MODEL LENGTH
24330 3 meter
25350 5 meter
24320 10 meter
ACCESSORIES
Custom accessories are available for your application; contact your AIMCO
sales representative for more details.
Newly designed cable and connectors for excellent
ergonomics, maximum-quality signal transfer and full
CE compliance.
25491
CABLES
MODEL DESCRIPTION
26477 Swivel Bail Assembly, 6000 Series
26478 Swivel “D” Handle Assembly, 6000 Series
26479 Stationary Bail Assembly, 6000 Series
26337 Rear Fixed Hoist Ring Sub-Assembly,
6000 Series
26327 Swivel Bail Assembly, 7000 Series
26328 Swivel “D” Handle Assembly, 7000 Series
26336 Fixed Handle Sub-Assembly, 7000 Series
26337 Rear Fixed Hoist Ring Sub-Assembly,
7000 Series
25291 Swivel Handle, 8000 Series
25287 Swivel Bail Hoist, 8000 Series
25497 Rear fixed hoist ring, 8000 Series
25289 Fixed hoist (handle not included),
8000 Series
25280 Auxiliary Handle,, 8000 Series
SWIVEL
HANDLE SWIVEL BAIL HOIST RING
FIXED HANDLE
WITH HOIST
RING
FIXED HANDLE
MODEL DESCRIPTION
26810 Single Ended, Flat, 6000 Series
26815 Single Ended, Standard Offset, 6000 Series
26885 Single Ended, Deep Offset, 6000 Series
26830 Double Ended, Flat, 6000 Series
26835 Double Ended, Standard Offset, 6000 Series
26800 Single Ended, Flat, 7000 Series
26805 Single Ended, Standard Offset, 7000 Series
26890 Single Ended, Deep Offset, 7000 Series
26820 Double Ended, Flat, 7000 Series
26825 Double Ended, Standard Offset, 7000 Series
25277 Single-ended, flat, 8000 Series
25274 Single-ended, 3.35” offset, 8000 Series
25275 Single-ended, 4.00” offset, 8000 Series
25278 Double-ended, flat, 8000 Series
25276 Double-ended, 3.35” offset, 8000 Series
REACTION BARS
Each tool includes a standard spline-attachment reaction device. Custom
reaction devices are also available; contact your AIMCO sales representative
for more details.
REACTION BARS
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Recommended Maintenance
Any service or preventative maintenance must be done by a trained technician or AcraDyne Authorized Service Center.
• Thetoolgeartrainshouldbecleaned,inspectedandre-greasedevery25,000tighteningcycles.
• Parts should be inspected for wear and any worn parts should be replaced.
• In addition to this service, it is recommended that the tool should have its calibration checked at least annually or every
50,000 tightening cycles, whichever comes first.
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AIMCO Limited Warranty
NEW TOOL AND ACCESSORY WARRANTY
Any new tool or accessory branded with the AIMCO, Uryu, AcraDyne or Eagle Industries name, and purchased from AIMCO, or through one of
its authorized distributors or agents, is warranted to the original buyer against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year*
from date of delivery. Under the terms of this warranty, AIMCO will repair or replace any product or accessory warranted hereunder and returned
freight prepaid proving to AIMCO’s satisfaction to be defective as a result of workmanship or materials. In order to qualify for this warranty,
written notice to AIMCO must be given immediately upon discovery of such defect, at which time AIMCO will issue an authorization to return the
tool. The defective item must be promptly returned to an authorized AIMCO service center with all freight charges prepaid.
REPAIRED TOOL WARRANTY
Onceatoolisbeyondthenewproductwarrantyperiodasdetailedabove,AIMCOrepairsaresubjecttothefollowingwarrantyperiods:
pneumatictools:90days*;electrictoolsandAcra-Feed:90days;batterytools:30days*;DCElectrictools:90days*.
EXCLUSION FROM WARRANTY
This warranty is valid only on products purchased from AIMCO, or thru its authorized distributors or agents. AIMCO shall have no obligation
pursuant to the AIMCO Warranty with respect to any tools or accessories which in AIMCO’s sole judgment have been altered, damaged,
misused, abused, badly worn, lost or improperly maintained. This Warranty is null and void if the customer, or any other person other than an
authorized representative of AIMCO, has made any attempt to service or modify the tool or accessory prior to its return to AIMCO under this
Warranty.
The warranty provision with respect to each such product may be amended by AIMCO from time to time in its sole discretion. The liability of
AIMCO hereunder shall be limited to replacing or repairing, at its option, any products which are returned freight prepaid to AIMCO and which
AIMCO determines to be defective as described above or, at AIMCO’s option, refunding the purchase price of such products.
AIMCO reserves the right to make periodic changes in construction or tool design at any time. AIMCO specifically reserves the right to make
these changes without incurring any obligation or incorporating such changes or updates in tools or parts previously distributed.
THE AIMCO WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND AIMCO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY SETS FORTH THE SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE.
THISWARRANTYISTHEONLYWARRANTYMADEBYAIMCOWITHRESPECTTOTHEGOODSDELIVEREDHEREUNDER,ANDMAY
BEMODIFIEDORAMENDEDONLYBYAWRITTENINSTRUMENTSIGNEDBYADULYAUTHORIZEDOFFICEROFAIMCO.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
AIMCO/EAGLEDISCLAIMSALLIMPLIEDWARRANTIES,INCLUDINGWITHOUTLIMITATIONTHEIMPLIEDWARRANTIESOF
MERCHANTABILITYORFITNESSFORAPARTICULARPURPOSE.AIMCO/EAGLE’SLIABILITYPURSUANTTOWARRANTYOFTHE
PRODUCTSCOVEREDHEREUNDERISLIMITEDTOREFUNDOFTHEPURCHASEPRICE.INNOEVENTSHALLAIMCO/EAGLEBE
LIABLEFORCOSTSOFPROCUREMENTOFSUBSTITUTEGOODSBYTHEBUYER.INNOEVENTSHALLAIMCO/EAGLEBELIABLE
FORANYSPECIAL,CONSEQUENTIAL,INCIDENTALOROTHERDAMAGES(INCLUDINGWITHOUTLIMITATION,LOSSOFPROFIT)
WHETHERORNOTAIMCO/EAGLEHASBEENADVISEDOFTHEPOSSIBILITYOFSUCHLOSS,HOWEVERCAUSED,WHETHER
FORBREACHORREPUDIATIONOFCONTRACT,BREACHOFWARRANTY,NEGLIGENCEOROTHERWISE.THISEXCLUSIONALSO
INCLUDESANYLIABILITYWHICHMAYARISEOUTOFTHIRDPARTYCLAIMSAGAINSTBUYER.THEESSENTIALPURPOSEOFTHIS
PROVISIONISTOLIMITTHEPOTENTIALLIABILITYOFAIMCO/EAGLEARISINGOUTOFTHISAGREEMENTAND/ORSALE.
Note:TheAIMCOWarrantyconfersspeciclegalrights,howeversomestatesorjurisdictionsmaynotallowcertainexclusionsorlimitations
within this warranty.
* All warranty periods addressed herein are determined using a standard shift, eight-hour work day.
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