Azimuth AZ1 User manual

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AZIMUTH MACHINERY
T. 450 632 8080 ◦ [e-mail] ◦www.azimuthpress.com
6040 Route 132, Ste-Catherine, Quebec, Canada, J5C 1B6
Presses & Automation –Since 1975
Instruction Manual for AZ1
& AZ2 models

AZIMUTH MACHINERY
T. 450 632 8080 ◦ sa[email protected] ◦www.azimuthpress.com
6040 Route 132, Ste-Catherine, Quebec, Canada, J5C 1B6
Instruction Manual for AZ1
& AZ2 models

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AZIMUTH MACHINERY
T. 450 632 8080 ◦ sa[email protected] ◦www.azimuthpress.com
6040 Route 132, Ste-Catherine, Quebec, Canada, J5C 1B6
1.Importance of operating manual
This manual is written in order to become familiar with all the functions and possible applications of our machine.
It contains important instruction about how to use the machine safely; according to the purpose designated.
Following these instructions is not only essential to avoid risks. It also reduces repair costs and down-time and
increases the products reliability and service-life. Anyone who works with the machine should follow the
instructions in this manual, particularly the safety related instructions.
Additionally local rules and regulations relating to environmental safety and accident prevention may be applied.
2. User-responsibility
Only allow persons to work with the machine who are familiar with the general instructions on how to work safely
and to prevent accidents. The use of the instrument should have been instructed duly THE SAFETY Chapter and the
warnings in this manual should have been read and understood.
3. Responsibility of operator
Before commencing work anyone apponited to work with the machine should pay attention to the general
regulations to working safety and accident prevention. The safety chapter and the warnings in this manual should
have been read and understood.
4. Dangers
This machine is designed and manufactured according to advanced technical standards and recognized safety
regulations.However, improper use of the machine for work may result in a danger to the life and health of the
operator or others, or damage to the machine or other property. Therefore the machine should only be used for
its designated purpose, and in a perfect technical condition, Any defect that could have a negative effect on safety
should be repaired immediately.
5. Designated purpose
The electronically controlled program of Azimuth machines is specially designed for pressing and riveting sheets
of various materials.
AZIMUTH will not be held liable for damage resulting from improper use. Designated purpose also includes
properly observing all instructions in the operation manual, and adherence to inspection and maintenance
schedules.
6. Copyright
The copyright of this operating manual remains with AZIMUTH MACHINERY.
This operating manual is intended solely for the user and his personnel.Infringement of this restriction may lead to
legal action may be taken if this restriction is infringed upon

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AZIMUTH MACHINERY
T. 450 632 8080 ◦ sa[email protected] ◦www.azimuthpress.com
6040 Route 132, Ste-Catherine, Quebec, Canada, J5C 1B6
7. Manufacturer’s & Supplier’s address
Adresse : 6040 QC-132, Sainte-Catherine, QC J5C 1B6
Téléphone : [phone]
Province : Québec
Countray : CANADA
[email protected]
https://azimuthpress.com/

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Table of Contents
Dimension of bolster and slide AZ1 ......................................................................................................................7
Bed dimension ......................................................................................................................................................8
Specification Table AZ1 (Dimensions, weight).....................................................................................................9
Counter balance Settings....................................................................................................................................11
Rated tonnage graph ..........................................................................................................................................12
Press layout AZ1..................................................................................................................................................13
Press capacity curve AZ2.....................................................................................................................................21
Press layout AZ2..................................................................................................................................................23
2.1 Safety precautions .....................................................................................................................................25
2.1.1 Start-up inspection ................................................................................................................................26
3.1 Acceptance inspection .............................................................................................................................30
3.2 Carrying ....................................................................................................................................................31
3.2.3 Lifting procedures:.................................................................................................................................31
Disassembly ........................................................................................................................................................32
3.3 Installation .................................................................................................................................................33
Installation of frame and bolster ........................................................................................................................33
Leveling ...............................................................................................................................................................34
Main motor installation ......................................................................................................................................35
Oil filling requirement.........................................................................................................................................37
Air connection.....................................................................................................................................................39
Installation & START-UP Functional diagram......................................................................................................40
Oil quantity .........................................................................................................................................................41
Air lines system ...................................................................................................................................................42
Main components –AZ1 .........................................................................................................................................44
Main components –AZ2 .........................................................................................................................................45
Mechanical Set-up...................................................................................................................................................47
Adjusting the Shut Height ...................................................................................................................................47

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Ram and Gibs Maintenance...............................................................................................48
Cleaning the Ram Contact Surfaces ....................................................................................................................48
Checking Gibs Clearance .....................................................................................................................................49
Adjusting Gibs Clearance ....................................................................................................................................50
Checking Ram and Bed Parallelism.....................................................................................................................51
Checking Main bushing clearance & ball-screw clearance .................................................................................52
Adjusting Belt Tension ........................................................................................................................................53
Hydraulic Overload protection (HOLP)....................................................................................................................54
Adjusting the hydraulic overload........................................................................................................................55
Wet-clutch assembly...............................................................................................................................................56
Balance cylinder ......................................................................................................................................................58
Changing oil.............................................................................................................................................................61
Air diagram..............................................................................................................................................................70
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Using the Operator Station .....................................................................................................................................71
Using the Auxiliary and Optional Equipment ..........................................................................................................72
Automatic Oiling System.....................................................................................................................................72
Automatic centralized greasing system ..................................................................................................................73
Bleeding the Automatic Greasing System...........................................................................................................73
Light Curtains (Optional).....................................................................................................................................76
MAIN BUSHINGS & OVERALL CLEARANCE ..............................................................................................................85
AIR-CLUTCH & BRAKE..............................................................................................................................................86
OILING SYSTEM for counter balance*.................................................................................................................88
PRESS OVERALL GUARDING ................................................................................................................................89
Bolster plate........................................................................................................................................................89
Die height adjustment (motorized) ....................................................................................................................89
Main motor drive................................................................................................................................................89
Years on air-clutch & electrical components ......................................................................................................92

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Years mechanical parts warranty.......................................................................................92
Year warranty on Hydraulic & others air-components.......................................................................................92

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1.SPECIFICATION (AZ1 & AZ2)
1.1.1 Press dimension AZ1 (60 to 340)

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Dimension of bolster and slide AZ1
FIGURE 1-RAM DIMENSION