BVA Hydraulics HFS05 User manual

Printed in USA
Maximum Operating Pressure 10,000 PSI
HFS05-M0 _022016
Flange Spreader
Instruction Manual
SFA Companies 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone] * Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bvahydraulics.com
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Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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!ADVERTENCIA
• Leer, comprender, y seguir las instrucciónes antes de utilizar el aparato.
• El manual de instrucciónes y la información de seguridad deben estar comunicado en lengua del operador
antes del uso.
• No seguir estas indicaciónes puede causar daños personales o materiales.
MODELS: HFS05 - 5 Ton Capacity
HFS10 - 10 Ton Capacity

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SAFETY and GENERAL INFORMATION
Save these instructions. For your safety, read and
understand the information contained within. The owner and
operator shall have an understanding of this product and safe
operating procedures before attempting to use this product.
Instructions and safety information shall be conveyed in
the operator’s native language before use of this product
is authorized. Make certain that the operator thoroughly
understands the inherent dangers associated with the use
and misuse of the product. If any doubt exists as to the safe
and proper use of this product as outlined in this factory
authorized manual, remove from service immediately.
Inspect before each use. Do not use if leaking, broken,
bent, cracked or otherwise damaged parts are noted. If the
cylinder has been or suspected to have been subjected to
a shock load (a load dropped suddenly, unexpectedly upon
it), discontinue use until checked out by a BVA Hydraulics
authorized service center. Owners and operators of this
equipment shall be aware that the use and subsequent
repair of this equipment may require special training and
knowledge. It is recommended that an annual inspection
be done by qualied personnel and that any missing or
damaged parts, decals, warning/safety labels or signs be
replaced with BVA Hydraulics authorized replacement parts
only. Any cylinder that appears to be damaged in any way, is
worn or operates abnormally shall be removed from service
immediately until such time as repairs can be made.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BVA Hydraulics Hydraulic Flange Spreader is designed
for rated capacity pushing, spreading and pressing jobs. A
wide variety of applications exist for this category of product.
Special skill, knowledge and training may be required for
a specic task and the product may not be suitable for all
the jobs described above. Unsuitable applications would
include applications that call for a device to move, level
or support persons, animals, hazardous materials, mobile
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homes/dwellings in general, mirrors and/or plate glass, and/
or to connect/secure hatches, components, etc. between
bulkheads. The user ultimately must make the decision
regarding suitability of the product for any given task and
therefore accept responsibility for that decision. Immediately
after lifting, loads must be supported by appropriate
mechanical means.
NEVER use hydraulic cylinder as a support device!
Always check connections before using. Alteration
of these products is strictly prohibited. Use only those
adapters and attachments provided and approved by the
manufacturer.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury and/or
property damage, ensure that the rated working pressure of
each pressurized attachment be equal to or greater than the
rated working pressure developed by the hydraulic pump.
rated working pressure developed by the hydraulic pump.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Number
Cylinder Capacity
(tons)
Stroke
(in)
Oil Capacity
(in^3)
Works for Flange Cylinder
No.
Dia. of
Support Pin
(in.)
Weight
(Lbs)
Min. (in.) Max. (in.)
HFS05 5 ton 1.00 1.00 2.76” 6.10” H0503 0.75” 10.4
HFS10 10 ton 2.01 4.5 4.09” 8.50” H1002 1.26” 23.6
Hydraulic Flange Spreader
Fix Plate
Coupler
Cylinder
Wedge
Snap Pin
Side Plate

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!WARNING
Failure to comply with the following warnings
may result in personal injury as well as
property damage.
• Study, understand, and follow all instructions
provided with and on this device before use.
• The user must be a qualied operator familiar
with the correct operation, maintenance, and use of
cylinders.
Wear protective gear when
operating hydraulic equipment.
This device is NOT suitable for use as support
device! As the load is lifted, use blocking and
cribbing to guard against a falling load. Stay
clear of a lifted load before it is properly supported .
Never rely on hydraulic pressure to support a load.
Crush Hazard. Keep hands and feet
away from cylinder and workpiece
during operation.
• Do not exceed rated capacity of the cylinder or
any equipment in the system. The cylinder is
designed for a max. pressure of 10,000 psi.
• Do not connect a cylinder to a pump with higher
pressure rating.
• Do not subject cylinder to a shock loads, a load
dropped suddenly, causing the system pressure to
exceed rated pressure.
The system operating pressure must not exceed
the pressure rating of the lowest rated component
the system. Install a pressure gauge or other load
measuring instrument to monitor the operating pressure. Burst
hazard exists if hose, connection or any other component in
the system exceed its rated pressure.
Avoid damaging hydraulic hose. Do not allow
hose to kink, twist, curl, crush, cut or bend so
tightly that uid ow within the hose is blocked or
reduced. Periodically inspect the hose for wear.
Do not pull, position or move cylinder setup by
the hose. Use carrying handle or other means
of safe transport.
Do not handle pressurized hoses. Never attempt
to grasp a leaking pressurized hose. Ensure to
release the system pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic hose or connections.
Hydraulic uid can ignite and burn. Keep
hydraulic equipment away from ames and
heat. Excessive heat will soften seals, resulting in
uid leaks. Heat also weakens hose materials.
Cylinder must be on a stable base which is able
to support the load while pushing or lifting. Use
shims, friction material or constrains to prevent
slippage of the base or load. Ensure cylinder is fully engaged
into/onto adapters, extension accessories.
Center load on cylinder. Distribute load evenly
across the entire saddle surface. Do not
off-center loads on a cylinder. The load can tip
or the cylinder can “kick out”.
Never try to disassemble a hydraulic cylinder,
refer repairs to qualied, authorized personal.
Contact BVA Hydraulics tech service for authorized
service center.
Do not subject hose to sharp objects or
heavy impact.
Hose material or seals must not come in
contact with corrosive materials such as
battery acid, creosote-impregnated objects
and wet paint. Never paint a coupler or hose.
• No alteration shall be made to the cylinder.
• Use only factory authorized fasteners,
accessories and hydraulic uid.
Heavy
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT! Use an approved, high-grade pipe sealant to
seal all hydraulic connections.
1.
Remove the dust cover and rubber plug from coupler .
2. Inspect all threads and ttings for signs of wear or damage,
and replace as needed. Clean all threads and ttings.
3. Connect hydraulic hose from hydraulic pump to the cylinder
coupler. Ensure that there are no uid leaks.
4. Install in-line pressure gauge.
5. Check for leaks in system and have repaired by qualied
personnel.
Note: The use of cylinder attachments or extensions reduces
the cylinder capacity by at least 50% per attachment/
extension.
Before operating the pump, tighten all hose
connections with proper tools. Do not overtighten.
Connections should only be tightened securely and leak-
free. Overtightening can cause premature thread failure or
high pressure ttings to burst.
Before repairs are made, depressurize cylinder.
Tips for hydraulic hoses & uid transmission lines:
• Avoid short runs of straight line tubing. Straight line runs
do not provide for expansion and contraction due to
pressure and/or temperature changes.
• Reduce stress in tube lines. Long tubing runs should be
supported by brackets or clips.
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Figure 2 - Illustration to bleed air from system
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BEFORE USE
1. Before using this product, read the owner's manual
completely and familiarize yourself thoroughly with the
product, its components and recognize the hazards
associated with its use.
2. Verify that the product and the application are compatible.
If in doubt, call BVA Hydraulics Technical Service (888)
332-6419.
3. Inspect before each use. Do not use if bent, broken, leaking
or damaged components are noted.
4. Replace worn or damaged parts and assemblies with BVA
Hydraulics authorized replacement parts only. Lubricate
as instructed in Maintenance Section.
5. Ensure method of conrming load is accurate and working
properly. Have gauge or load cell accuracy veried by
qualied personnel on a yearly basis.
OPERATION
Operate the hydraulic pump to advance and retract the
cylinder. Do not continue pumping when cylinder is fully
extended. Internal pressure will build up and may damage
the seal of the cylinder.
To help prevent material fatigue if the cylinder is to
be used in a continuous application, the load should
not exceed 85% of the rated capacity.
Your cylinder, hose(s), couplings and pump all must
be rated for the same maximum operating pressure,
correctly connected and compatible with the hydraulic uid
used. An improperly matched system can cause the system
to fail.
All personnel must be clear before lowering load.
MAINTENANCE
1. Inspect hoses and connections daily. Replace damaged
components immediately with BVA Hydraulics Replacement
Parts only.
2. Tighten connections as needed. Use pipe thread sealing
compound when servicing connections.
3. Always use clean, approved hydraulic uid and change as
recommended or sooner if the uid becomes contaminated
(never exceed 400 hours). Follow pump manufacturers
instructions for changing and adding hydraulic uid. Use
only good quality hydraulic uid. We recommend Mobil
DTE13M or equivalent when using with hand pump or air
pump; BVA Hydraulics Oil (F01) or equivalent when using
with electric pump. Never use brake uid, transmission
uid, turbine oil, motor oil, alcohol, glycerin etc. Use of
other than good quality hydraulic oil will void warranty and
damage the cylinder, pump, hose etc.
4.
Use an approved, high-grade pipe thread sealant to seal all
hydraulic connections. Teon tape can be used if only one
layer of tape is used and it is applied carefully (two threads
back) to prevent the tape from being introduced into hydraulic
system. A piece of tape could travel through the system and
obstruct the ow of uid and adversely affect function.
Lubrication & Cleaning
Keep cylinder clean at all times.
1. Any exposed threads (male or female) must be cleaned
and lubricated regularly, and protected from damage.
Lubricate with light machine oil.
2. If a cylinder or ram has been exposed to rain, snow,
sand, airborne abrasive, or any corrosive environment, it
must be cleaned, lubricated, and protected immediately
after exposure. Daily clean exposed ram with clean cloth
dampened with light machine oil. Protect exposed ram
from the elements at all times.
3. Keep the hydraulic system as free of dirt as possible. When
not in use, couplers must be sealed with dust covers. All
hose connections must be free of dirt and grime. Any
equipment attached to the cylinder must be kept clean.
Storage
Cylinders should be stored vertically with ram plunger fully
retracted in a dry, protected area, not exposed to corrosive
vapor, dust or other harmful elements. When a cylinder has
not been used for a period of 4 months, it should be connected
to a pump and fully extended and then retracted a minimum
of 5 times. This cycle will lubricate the cylinder wall, reducing
the possibility of corrosion and damage thereof.
How to remove faulty coupler:
If cylinder does not retract,:
1. Secure load by other means.
2. Depressurize pump and hose.
3. Remove the cylinder from application.
4. Disconnect and replace with new coupler.
Important: Do not attempt to grasp with pliers or wrench
without rst wrapping the jaws of such tool with rags or
similar padding.
How to bleed air from system:
1. Place pump at a higher elevation than the hose and
cylinder as shown in gure 2 below.
2. Operate pump to fully extend and retract the cylinder 2 or
3 times. The objective is to force the air bubbles up hill
and back to the pump reservoir.
3. Follow pump instruction manual to bleed the air from
pump reservoir. On most pumps, air can escape by
opening the oil ller plug/screw.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The following information is intended as an aid in determining if problem exists. Cylinders should be repaired only by authorized
BVA Service Center. For repair service, contact service center in your area.
Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action
Erratic action •
Air in system or pump cavitation.
• External leakage in cylinder.
• Cylinder sticking or binding.
• Vent the system (refer to gure 2).
• Contact service center.
• Contact service center.
Cylinder will not extend, or
respond to pressurized uid
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Overload condition.
• Loose couplers.
• Faulty couplers.
• Improper valve position.
• Oil level in pump is low.
• Pump not operating.
• Air-locked pump.
• Remedy overload condition.
• Tighten couplers.
• Replace both female and male
couplers.
• Close release valve or change valve
position.
• Fill and bleed the system.
• Check pump’s operating instructions.
• Prime pump per pump operating
instructions.
Cylinder extend only partially • Oil level in pump is low.
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Overload condition.
• Cylinder is sticking or binding.
• Fill and bleed the system.
• Remedy overload condition.
• Contact service center.
Cylinder move slower than normal • Loose connection or coupler.
•
Restricted hydraulic line or tting.
• Pump not working correctly.
• Cylinder seals leaking.
• Tighten connection or coupler.
• Clean and replace if damaged.
• Check pump’s operating instructions.
• Contact service center.
Cylinder responds to pressurized
uid, but system does not maintain
pressure
• Overload condition.
• Pump or valve malfunctioning.
• Cylinder seals leaking.
• Remedy overload condition.
• Check pump’s operating instructions.
• Contact service center.
Oil leaking from cylinder • Worn or damaged seals. • Contact service center.
Cylinder will not retract or retracts
slower than normal
• Improper valve position.
• Malfunctioning coupler, damaged
application.
• Pump reservoir overlled.
• Cylinder damage internally.
• Open release valve or change valve
position.
• Secure load by other means.
Depressurize pump and hoses,
remove application and replace
coupler.
• Secure load by other means.
Depressurize pump and hoses,
remove application, then drain uid to
proper level.
• Contact service center.
Poor performance • Oil level in pump is low.
• Air trapped in system.
• Ensure proper oil level.
• Vent the system (refer to gure 2).

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Note: To ensure safe and reliable performance, replace worn or damaged parts with BVA Hydraulics Authorized
Replacement Parts only.
Parts Illustration
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SFA Companies 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone] * Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bvahydraulics.com
- 5 Ton Capacity
MODELS: HFS05
Flange Spreader
Service Parts

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Parts List
Item Part Number Description Qty
1 T10-6-0520-102 Side Plate 2
2 N/A Fixed Plate 1
3 T10-6-0550-101 Adaptor 1
4 641-1-0050-105 Hex Set Screw 2
5 T10-6-0540-108 Wedge 2
6 T10-6-0560-104 Snap Pin 2
7 T10-6-0530-105 Pin 1
8 * Dust-seal 1
9 H05-6-1804-100 Upper-bearing 1
10 N/A Cylinder 1
11 644-1-0060-200 Bolt 1
12 H05-4-0143-105 Return Spring Assy. 1
13 N/A Plunger 1
14 H05-6-1204-106 Bearing 1
15 * Back-up Ring 1
16 * U-Cup 1
17 * Special Washer 1
18 * Bolt 1
19 H02-4-6001-104 Coupler 1
20 H02-4-6003-108 Dust Cap Assy. 1
* H05-3-9905-108 Repair Kit 1
(*) - indicates items included in, and available only as part of Seal Kit
N/A - part is not available as replacement
SFA Companies 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone] * Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bvahydraulics.com
- 5 Ton Capacity
MODELS: HFS05
Flange Spreader
Service Parts

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Note: To ensure safe and reliable performance, replace worn or damaged parts with BVA Hydraulics Authorized
Replacement Parts only.
Parts Illustration
SFA Companies 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone] * Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bvahydraulics.com
- 10 Ton Capacity
MODELS: HFS10
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20
2
1
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Flange Spreader
Service Parts

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Parts List
Item Part Number Description Qty
1 T10-6-1020-107 Side Plate 2
2 N/A Fixed Plate 1
3 T10-6-1050-106 Adaptor 1
4 641-1-0050-105 Hex Set Screw 2
5 T10-6-1040-103 Wedge 2
6 T10-6-1060-109 Snap Pin 2
7 T10-6-1030-100 Pin 1
8 * Dust-seal 1
9 H10-5-1804-208 Upper-bearing 1
10 N/A Cylinder 1
11 644-1-0060-200 Bolt 1
12 H10-4-0202-209 Return Spring Assy. 1
13 N/A Plunger 1
14 H10-5-1204-204 Bearing 1
15 * Back-up Ring 1
16 * U-Cup 1
17 * Special Washer 1
18 * Bolt 1
19 H02-4-6001-104 Coupler 1
20 H02-4-6003-108 Dust Cap Assy. 1
* H10-3-9905-101 Repair Kit 1
(*) - indicates items included in, and available only as part of Seal Kit
N/A - part is not available as replacement
SFA Companies 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone] * Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bvahydraulics.com
- 10 Ton Capacity
MODELS: HFS10
Flange Spreader
Service Parts

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
BVA Hydraulics®, represented in the United States by SFA Companies [“SFA”] warrants this product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for the life of the product as long as the original purchaser owns the product. The warranty is non-
transferable and is subject to the terms, exclusions, and limitations described below:
• Damaged components, including but not limited to bent rams, dented or crushed cylinder walls, broken welds or couplers as
well as worn out seals, o-rings and springs are the result of misuse and not covered by warranty and BVA Hydraulics will not
provide any warranty credit for such damaged components.
• This warranty does not cover ordinary wear and tear, overloading, alterations (including repairs or attempted repairs not
performed by BVA Hydraulics or one of its authorized personnel), improper uid use, or use of the product in any manner for
which the product was not intended or the use of which is not in accordance with the instructions or warnings provided with
the product.
• In the unlikely event that a BVA Hydraulics product fails due to material defect in workmanship, you may contact SFA for
disposition. In such cases, the customer’s sole and exclusive remedy for any breach or alleged breach of warranty is limited
to the repair or replacement of the defective product.
• Under no circumstances is BVA Hydraulics liable for any consequential or incidental damage or loss whatsoever.
• THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO NEW PRODUCTS SOLD THROUGH AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS AND OTHER
CHANNELS DESIGNATED BY BVA HYDRAULICS. NO AGENT, EMPLOYEE OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVE OF BVA
HYDRAULICS IS AUTHORIZED TO MODIFY THIS WARRANTY.
• THE FOREGOING IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FOR A FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
• Components not manufactured by BVA Hydraulics including certain motor systems, gasoline engines, and other are not
covered by this warranty and instead are covered by the manufacturer’s separate manufacturer’s warranty provided in the
package.
• BVA Hydraulics’ liability in all cases is limited to, and will not exceed the purchase price paid for the product.
SFA Companies
10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
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SFA Companies
10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
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SFA Companies
10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
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