Eraser C100S User manual

Model C100S Rotary Head Wire Stripper and Twister
Please Read Before Operating Unit
Operating Manual
Please Call for Service or Space Parts
The Eraser Company, Inc.
PO Box 4961/ Oliva Drive
Syracuse, NY 13221, USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.eraser.com
E-mail: [e-mail]
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Single Blade Wire
Stripper and Twister
SPECIFICATIONS
Stripping Head:
Maximum wire diameter over insulation .. 0.228"
(5.79mmø)
Minimum wire diameter over insulation... 0.031"
(0.079mmø) depending on rigidity of wire
Maximum strip length .......................1-1/2" (38mm)
Minimum strip length:
With the standard strip length stop, minimum strip
length varies from 3/16” (4.7mm) on a 28AWG
(0.33mmø) wire to 5/16” (7.9mm) for a 14AWG
(1.63mmø) wire.
Decibel Rating 52 dB(A)
Power...........................IEC Connected, 115V, 60 Hz
Size ............................................ 13" x 5 3/4" x 7 1/4"
(330mm x 146mm x 184mm)
Weight............................................... 10 lbs. (4.5 Kg)
Blades........................................... Tungsten Carbide
ORDERING INFORMATION
AR2171 (C100S) ........Single blade centrifugal rotary
wire stripper 115V 60Hz
Wire guides............................ Order as required from
Wire Guide Table
IR8190...............................Complete set CWG guide
1-37 in plastic box
IR4655...................Standard 50° blade with pivot pin
IR4660...........................Tungsten Carbide 70° blade
with pivot pin for applications where
insulation wall thickness is very thin,
 almostalmofinsulation
IR7978...................................Special short blade for
 verynefragilewires
TR2106................. Replacement nylon adjusting ring
IR0018.......................... Replacement blade pivot pin
Model C100S
ADJUSTING
RINGS
IR8190
WIRE GUIDE SET
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Special Purpose Stripping Blades
The standard 50° stripping blade will strip most
wires, however, special blades are available for
unique applications or problem wires. Just send
us 3 feet (1M) of your wire and we will test it in our
laboratory and make a recommendation as to the
most suitable type of stripping blade.
Wire Guide Ordering
To select wire guides, measure the outside diameter
(ø) of wire to be stripped, then select nearest wire
guide inside diameter from the size chart.
Single Blade Wire
Stripper and Twister
WIRE
GUIDE
CENTRIFUGAL BLADE
STRIP
LENGTH
STOP
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WIRE GUIDE SELECTION TABLE
Order # Part # Wire Size
(inches)
Wire Size
(mm)
IR8701 CWG1 0.233-0.216 5.92-5.49
IR8702 CWG2 0.215-0.208 5.46-5.28
IR8704 CWG4 0.203-0.201 5.16-5.11
IR8705 CWG5 0.200-0.196 5.08-4.98
IR8706 CWG6 0.195-0.191 4.95-4.85
IR8707 CWG7 0.190-0.186 4.83-4.72
IR8709 CWG9 0.180-0.175 4.57-4.45
IR8710 CWG10 0.174-0.168 4.42-4.27
IR8711 CWG11 0.167-0.164 4.24-4.17
IR8712 CWG12 0.163-0.156 4.14-3.96
IR8713 CWG13 0.155-0.151 3.94-3.84
IR8714 CWG14 0.150-0.144 3.81-3.66
IR8715 CWG15 0.143-0.139 3.63-3.53
IR8716 CWG16 0.138-0.135 3.51-3.43
IR8717 CWG17 0.134-0.131 3.40-3.33
IR8718 CWG18 0.130-0.120 3.30-3.05
IR8719 CWG19 0.119-0.115 3.02-2.92
IR8720 CWG20 0.114-0.111 2.90-2.82
IR8721 CWG21 0.110-0.106 2.79-2.69
IR8722 CWG22 0.105-0.101 2.67-2.57
IR8723 CWG23 0.100-0.096 2.54-2.44
IR8724 CWG24 0.095-0.091 2.41-2.31
IR8725 CWG25 0.090-0.084 2.29-2.13
IR8726 CWG26 00.83-0.077 2.11-1.96
IR8727 CWG27 0.076-0.073 1.93-1.85
IR8728 CWG28 0.072-0.068 1.83-1.73
IR8729 CWG29 0.067-0.062 1.70-1.57
IR8730 CWG30 0.061-0.057 1.55-1.45
IR8731 CWG31 0.056-0.050 1.42-1.27
IR8732 CWG32 0.049-0.041 1.24-1.04
IR8733 CWG33 0.040-0.037 1.02-0.94
IR8734 CWG34 0.036-0.034 0.91-0.86
IR8735 CWG35 0.033-0.030 0.84-0.76
IR8736 CWG36 0.029-0.026 0.74-0.66
IR8737 CWG37 0.025-0.020 0.64-0.51
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT! DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE
UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THOROUGHLY,
AND UNDERSTAND COMPLETELY, ALL
PRECAUTIONS, INSTRUCTIONS AND
INFORMATION ON THESE PAGES. THIS
MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. IT SHOULD BE
RETAINED WITH THE MACHINE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - MECHANICAL
!DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT GUARDS IN
PLACE OR WITH DAMAGED GUARDS.
!DO NOT DEFEAT ANY OF THE SAFETY
FEATURES.
!DO NOT PLACE FINGERS OR APPENDAGES
NEAR MOVING PARTS OR IN OR NEAR
OPENINGS IN GUARDS.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - ELECTRICAL
!ALWAYS UNPLUG UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY
PRIOR TO ANY MAINTENANCE.
!DO NOT RUN UNIT WITH INCORRECT LINE
VOLTAGE.
!NEVER RUN MACHINE WITH DAMAGED OR
WORN POWER CORD.
!NEVER MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. IF IT
WILL NOT FIT INTO THE OUTLET, HAVE THE
PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS. Grounding provides
a common return path for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This machine is supplied
with an electric cord with an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a licensed electrician if in doubt as to
whether the machine is properly grounded.
SAFETY FIRST - USE BEST PRACTICES
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they
are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask
if cutting operation
is dusty.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from machine
before turning it on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents. Always leave at least 12”
(305 mm) of space around all sides and top of unit.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do not use or locate machine in high-humidity
environments, or expose to rain. Keep work areas
well lighted.
MODEL C100S Wire Stripper and Twister
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, such as gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, necklaces or any other clothing or
jewelry that might get caught in moving parts. This
is not an all-inclusive list. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair. Non-slip footwear is
recommended.
DON’T OVERREACH. Maintain proper footing and
balance at all times.
MAINTAIN BLADES WITH CARE. Keep blades
sharp and clean for optimal performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing blades and
all accessories.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SUPPLY.
Unplug the unit before servicing and when changing
accessories.
DO NOT EXCEED THE UNIT’S MAXIMUM
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS. Eraser’s warranty
will be null and void if machine has been used in any
manner that is contrary to these instructions.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before continued
use of the machine, the guard and all moving parts
should be carefully inspected to ensure that nothing
is damaged.
Ensure proper alignment of moving parts. Check
for any binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
and any other condition(s) that may affect operation.
Any damaged part(s) should be properly repaired or
replaced prior to any continued use of the machine.
ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL TO OPERATE UNIT. Always keep
these instructions within reach of the machine.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
Consult this operating manual for recommended
accessories. Use only parts supplied by The Eraser
Company, Inc. Use of improper accessories will void
Eraser’s warranty and may increase risk of injury.
ALL REPAIRS SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY AN
ERASER COMPANY REPRESENTATIVE ONLY.
Unauthorized disassembly of machines will void
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WHEN USING MACHINERY, ALL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS – INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THOSE LISTED ABOVE - SHOULD BE
FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISKS OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY,
AND DEATH.
IMPORTANT: NO LIABILITY WILL BE INCURRED
BY THE ERASER CO. FOR INJURY, DEATH, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED BY A PRODUCT
WHICH HAS BEEN SET UP, OPERATED, AND/OR
INSTALLED CONTRARY TO ERASER’S WRITTEN
OPERATING MANUAL, OR WHICH HAS BEEN
SUBJECTED TO MISUSE, NEGLIGENCE, OR
ACCIDENT, OR WHICH HAS BEEN REPAIRED
OR ALTERED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN THE
ERASER COMPANY, OR WHICH HAS BEEN
USED IN A MANNER OR FOR A PURPOSE FOR
WHICH THE PRODUCT WAS NOT DESIGNED.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SET-UP:
The Model C100S is shipped with four mounting
pads attached to the base. It is recommended that
the unit be bolted to the work surface. Remove
the four mounting pads before securing to the work
surface. Failure to do so may cause the housing
to crack. A 6" (152mm) wide bolt pattern using two
5/16" bolts may be used to mount the unit to the
work surface.
! CAUTION: Environmental conditions for
proper operation should be 50º F to 104º F (10º C
to 40º C) and 30-75% relative humidity. The unit
should be operated in an open, well ventilated
work area. This unit may be affected by outside
environmental disturbances. Should power be
cut off, the C100S will not start until the I/O (on/
off)switch is reset and turned on. The unit is
rated for continuous use and is protected with a
circuit breaker located in the on/off switch.
First, check that the wire guide purchased is
the proper size for the wire to be stripped. The
unstripped wire should slide freely through the wire
guide, but be held snugly by the guide.
Insert the wire guide into the faceplate of the unit,
aligning the half moon cut in the wire guide with the
locking screw in the faceplate. Press the wire guide
ushwiththefaceplateandsecureitbyturningthe
locking screw with a screwdriver.
The C100S may be run in either a clockwise or
counter-clockwise direction to accommodate wires
with right-hand or left-hand lay stranded conductors.
Most lead wires will require counter-clockwise
rotation of the unit. Motor rotation is noted on the
reversing switch located at the rear of the housing.
Plug the unit into the appropriate power supply. The
plug is for use on 110/120V, 60 Hz mains supply.
The power cord should be plugged into the IEC
receptacle at the rear of the unit. Use a properly
grounded mains supply.
OPERATION:
IMPORTANT: SAFETY GLASSES OR OTHER
SUITABLE EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE
WORN WHEN USING THIS UNIT.
Set the reversing switch on the back of the unit to the
desired rotation. Switch unit on by pressing the I/O
switch located on the side of the unit. The unit may
now be adjusted for strip length and blade depth.
IMPORTANT: The strip length and blade depth
adjustments may ONLY be made WITH THE UNIT
RUNNING. Attempts to make these adjustments
with the unit off, will cause damage to the
adjusting rings.
With the unit running, note the two adjustment knobs
on the front of the unit. The left knob controls the
blade depth, and the right knob controls the strip
length stop. Turning these knobs will cause the
two adjusting rings to move forward or backward,
depending on the direction the knob is turned.
Toset-uptheunit,rstturnthebladedepthadjusting
knob counter clockwise to make the ring move
backwards on the head, until it is about 3/4" away
from the front faceplate. Leave the strip length knob
alone for the moment.
Insert the wire to be stripped, through the wire
guide until it butts up against the strip length
stop. Withdraw the wire slowly and smoothly, and
maintain a gentle grip on the wire as it strips. If the
blade does not strip the wire, adjust the left-hand
blade depth knob to move the blade ring forward a
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little, which lowers the blade. Then try again. Repeat
this process, WITH THE UNIT RUNNING, until the
desired strip is achieved. Then adjust the right-hand
strip length knob for a longer or shorter strip length,
as desired. Once these two adjustments have been
made, turn back the two knobs slightly to allow the
block pins to run freely between the sides of the
nylon rings. This will prevent excessive ring wear.
When changing from one wire size to another, be
sure to move the blade ring backwards to raise the
blade fully before inserting a different wire guide.
This will help insure against damage to the blade
caused by an incorrect adjustment.
The stripped wires should have a neat edge and
no nicked conductors if the adjustments have been
properly made. The strands of a stranded wire
will be neatly twisted together by the action of the
spinning slug. The operator will soon develop the
proper “feel” for the wires to be stripped.
To maintain very tight tolerances on the strip length
and/or blade depth, the settings may be locked
in place once set. To do this, unplug the unit and
remove the clear plastic guard. The forward jam nut
on the adjusting screw should be tightened against
the front of the casting near the adjusting knob, and
the rear jam nut should be tightened against the
adjusting block.
MAINTENANCE:
The Model C100S is equipped with a standard 50º
carbide stripping blade. This blade works well with
mostnormaltothickinsulations.Forverynewires
or thin insulations, the optional 70º blade may work
better.Ininstancesofveryimsywireswhichdonot
have enough rigidity to swing the blade away from
the wire guide, the special optional short blades
may be used.
The stripping blade is carbide and has a long life.
However, it will be necessary to change blades
from time to time. To replace the stripping blade,
rstremovetheplasticguard.Thenremovethe
faceplate assembly from the unit. The blade is
mounted on the blade holder by a 1/16" diameter
blade pivot pin. Remove the pin by cutting off one
end and pushing the other end out with a stiff wire.
Install the new blade on a new pivot pin, ensuring
that the bevel on the blade faces the BACK of the
machine. Crimp the pin ends with pliers to prevent it
from falling out while the machine is running. Check
that the blade can swing freely, and replace the
faceplate assembly and guard.
Located below the stripping head is a round opening
that allows the slugs to fall to the table or work
surface. It may be necessary to remove these slugs
periodically. An opening may be placed in the work
surface to collect the slugs in a waste container or
other similar device.
The adjusting rings may loosen over time. Use the
socket head set screws located around the sides of
the rings to tighten them when necessary.
Be sure all adjustments are made properly and
carefully. On some wires, the insulation is so tight
to the conductors that the slug will not pull off
easily after severing. These wires may not strip
well on the Model C100S. On other wires, the
insulation thickness may vary along the course of
the conductors, affecting the quality of stripping.
Assuming that all adjustments to the unit have been
properly made, most variations in stripping results
can be traced to the wire itself.
IMPORTANT: Never adjust the blade depth and
strip length stops unless the machine is running.
Attempts to move the rings when the machine is
off will result in broken rings.
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IR5324
REV 10/16
SYMBOLS:
GROUND LOCATION:
This protective Earth Ground Label is
located inside the housing beside the
ground wire. This wire is connected to the
Power Supply Cable and is wired back
through the Mains supply to ground.
CAUTION LABEL:
Refer to operating instructions before
using this unit. High voltage is inside this
unit and power must be disconnected
before servicing.
ON/OFF LABEL:
This is the ON/OFF switch. Press I for on
and press O for off. This switch is also
the anti-start switch. In case of a power
outage, this switch must be reset for the
unit to operate.
ROTATION DIRECTION:
Rotation of the head may be reversed by
pressing this rotation switch.
TROUBLESHOOTING:
PROBLEM: Wire twists.
SOLUTIONS:
1)Checkwireguideforproperttoconductorbeing
stripped.
2) Lower blade depth.
3) Check that wire does not push past stop button.
4) Check that blade is not dull.
5) Check that motor rotation is same as lay of wire
being stripped.
PROBLEM: Wire cuts off.
SOLUTIONS:
1) Check that wire does not push past stop button.
2) Raise blade depth.
3) Lower blade depth.
4) Check that motor rotation is same as lay of
strands in wire being stripped.
5) Try 70º optional blade.
PROBLEM: Wire does not strip.
SOLUTIONS:
1) Lower blade depth.
2) Check blade is not dull.
3) Check that blade is properly installed, see
"Maintenance."
4) Check that blade is near or on center line when
fully lowered.
5) Try 70º optional blade.
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The Eraser Company, Inc.
PO Box 4961/ Oliva Drive
Syracuse, NY 13221, USA
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MODEL C100S Wire Stripper and Twister