Clarke Strong-Arm CSA30FPB Instruction Manual

WARNING: Read these instructions before using the press
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC08820 - ISS 1
30 TONNE HYDRAULIC PRESS
MODEL NO: CSA30FPB
PART NO: 7615201

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 30 Tonne Hydraulic Press.
Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this
manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. In doing so you
will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can
also look forward to the press giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of
12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of
purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
The above safety symbols appear on the product.
Hazard;-shattered
workpiece
Hazard:- crushed hands
Wear Safety Shoes Wear safety glasses
Read instruction
manual before use
Wear protective gloves

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Due to the weight of the press, lifting equipment and the help of an assistant
will be required during installation. Secure the press to a firm level floor using
suitable anchor bolts (not supplied).
• Before starting work, check for cracked welds, loose or missing bolts, a
damaged screen (if fitted), or any structural damage. Do not operate if any
of these conditions exist. Have repairs made only by your service centre.
• Before work, always ensure that hydraulic hoses and couplings are
completely sound.
•NEVER tamper with the press components or modify them. The safety valve is
calibrated and sealed at the factory; do not attempt to change the setting.
• Use only the recommended hydraulic oil.
• The components of this press are designed to withstand the rated load. Do
not substitute any other components or exceed the rated load of the press.
• Before applying pressure, ensure the workpiece is firmly secure and stable.
•ALWAYS clean up spills of hydraulic oil immediately as this can be dangerous
in a workshop environment.
•DO NOT let any person who is unfamiliar with hydraulic presses use the press
unless they are under direct supervision.
• Keep children and unauthorised personnel away from the work area.
•ALWAYS position the (optional) safety screen directly front of the workpiece.
•ALWAYS apply the load under the centre of the ram. Offset loads can
damage the ram and may cause the work piece to be ejected.
•ALWAYS ensure the work piece is properly supported by the press bed.
• When using accessories such as pressing plates, be certain they are
centered below the ram and are in full contact with the bed.
• Parts being pressed may shatter or be ejected from the press. Always use
adequate guards, and wear eye protection and protective clothing when
using this press.
• Keep hands and fingers away from parts that may pinch or shift.
•NEVER use extension tubes to increase the length of the pump handle.
Excessive effort can cause damage and/or accidents.
• Wear approved impact safety goggles and heavy duty work gloves.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in damage to the equipment, or
serious personal injury.

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UNPACKING & INVENTORY
Ensure the press and its components suffered no damage during transit and
that all components are present. Should any loss or damage become
apparent, please contact your CLARKE dealer immediately.
The following items should be present in their packaging.
AFrame with pump assembly JPressure Gauge
BBase Supports KPressing Bed
CStay Bars LBed Support Pins
DOil reservoir MRetaining Butterfly Clips
E Pump assembly NBed Blocks
FPumpHandle PFoot Pedal Connecting Bars
G Foot Pedal Fixing Kit (bolts, nuts, washers)
H Ram cylinder 1.5L bottle of hydraulic oil

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ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Wrench/socketset
• PTFEtape
• Hex key set
LOCATING THE PRESS
The press must be firmly secured to a firm and level floor using expansion bolts
(not supplied). Holes are provided in the feet for this purpose.
Do not locate your press where it will be open to the elements, as severe
weather conditions will damage the hydraulic parts.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
1. With the help of an assistant,
attach the base supports to the
frame using the nuts, bolts and
washers.
2. Add the stay bars to each side
and bolt into place.
3. With the help of an assistant if
required, lift the frame assembly
upright and manoeuvre it to its
intended location in the
workshop.
4. Install the ram by passing it
through the top carriage and
securing with the retaining collar.
Secure the collar in place with the
locking bolts using a hex key.
5. Fit the carriage positioning handle
to the front of the carriage using
the hex bolts as shown.
WARNING: DUE TO THE WEIGHT OF THE PRESS, LIFTING EQUIPMENT OR THE
HELP OF AN ASSISTANT WILL BE REQUIRED DURING INSTALLATION.

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6. Fit the pressure gauge through the
frame and secure with the nut
supplied. Remove any protective
bung from the gauge after fitting.
7. Screw the block connector and
the connecting piece to the
pressure gauge inlet.
•We recommend sealing all threads
with PTFE tape where hydraulic oil
is to be contained. Take care not
to let any oil escape while connecting the hoses.
8. Connect the ram hose to the ram
cylinder.
9. Bolt the foot pedal to the frame
using the long bolt, spacer tube,
nut and washers.
10. Insert the bed support pins into
the holes in the frame side
supports at a height of your
choosing. Secure them in position
using the butterfly spring clips.
11. Lift the pressing bed into position
on the pins.
NOTE: Due to the weight of the
bed, we recommend that
you get assistance from
another person.

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12. Fill the oil reservoir with oil from the
container supplied, up to the 1.5L
mark.
PROTECTIVE SCREENS (OPTIONAL)
• Protective screens (CPS30T part number 7615260) are available from your
CLARKE dealer.
1. If the protective screens have
been purchased, bolt the
mounting brackets supplied to the
pressing bed as shown.
2. Fit the protective screen to the
pressing bed and ensure it can be
set in one of the available
positions using the latches on
each side.

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PREPARATION FOR USE
PURGING THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
1. Insert the pump handle into the
actuating lever.
2. Open the release valve by turning
anti-clockwise.
3. Pump several full strokes to
eliminate any air bubbles from the
system. Use either the handle or
the foot pedal.
4. Close the release valve by turning
clockwise.
POSITIONING THE RAM
1. Slide the carriage along the cross-
beam.
2. Lock it in position with the four
sprung locking bolts.
IMPORTANT: Always position the ram
directly above the workpiece.
POSITIONING THE PRESSING BED
IMPORTANT: Due to the weight of the press bed, we recommend that you
get assistance from another person when adjusting the bed height.
1. Position the pressing bed so that it
will be as close as possible to the
ram when the workpiece is
mounted on it.
2. Raise one side of the bed and
insert a bed supporting pin into
the next locating hole.
3. Repeat at the other end to level
the bed.

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4. Repeat until the bed is at the required height, with the bed supporting pins
are secured using the spring butterfly clips.
POSITIONING THE PRESSING BLOCKS
The bed blocks can be placed on
the bed with either the flat face or
the V-supports facing upwards.
They are prevented from slipping out
of position by the retaining pins which
drop down within the confines of the
bed side members.
Check all parts are secure and
correctly aligned before using the
press.
CAUTION: THE BED HEIGHT SHOULD ONLY BE RAISED OR LOWERED ONE
HOLE AT A TIME, WORKING ALTERNATELY FROM ONE SIDE AND THEN THE
OTHER, FAILURE TO WORK IN THIS WAY MAY CAUSE THE BED TO FALL
AND CAUSE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR.

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OPERATION
1. Place the workpiece on the bed. It must be completely stable and
supported by packing or shims where required. Pressing plates (bed blocks)
are supplied, which locate on the bed. Place the workpiece on these to
give it stability.
NOTE: Any packing pieces or shims used MUST be capable of
withstanding the pressure that will be brought to bear, and MUST
be of sufficient size with sufficient surface area, so as to avoid the
possibility of slipping or springing out. Mating surfaces MUST be
horizontal so that the force being exerted will NOT be at an angle.
2. Close the release valve by turning
clockwise until tightly closed.
3. Select either SLOW SPEED or FAST
SPEED using the knob on the side
of the pump cover.
NOTE: Fast speed allows faster
movement but greater effort
will be required.
4. Pump the handle or foot pedal to
bring the ram very lightly into
contact with the workpiece.
5. Manoeuvre the workpiece or
loosen the locking bolts and slide
the ram to one side so that the
desired point of contact is directly
beneath the centre of the ram.
6. Slowly pump the handle or foot
pedal so that the ram begins to
exert pressure on the workpiece.
7. Continue to pump the handle
and constantly monitor the
process, ensuring the ram and work remain completely in line and there is
no risk of slipping.
• KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM PARTS THAT MAY PINCH OR SHIFT
CAUTION: DO NOT POINT LOAD SUCH ACCESSORIES AS THEY ARE NOT
DESIGNED TO TAKE THE FULL FORCE OF THE RAM IN ONE SPOT. ENSURE
THEY ARE ADEQUATELY SUPPORTED.