G.B.C SB 500 SEMI AUTO User manual

SB 500
SEMI AUTO
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Toriato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Range Ø 114/ 508 mm ( 4” — 20”)
Versione 00-2015

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SB 500
SEMI-AUTO
Original Instructions -Rev.00- 2015— In compliance with the paragraph 1.7.4 of the Machine
Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
INDEX
Intended Use Of The Machine 3
Safety Prescriptions 4
Machine Stability-Workplace-Emergency Buttons 6
Machine Dimensions 7
Technical Features 8
Machine Standard Equipment 9
Switchgear Controls 10
Control Panel 11
Preliminary Opration 12
Pipe Positioning and Locking 14
Tools Setup 16
Cooling System Setup 18
End Stop Adjustment (For Automatic Bevel) 19
Machine Start 21
Pipe Locking Procedure 22
Pipe Unlocking Procedure 24
Head Feeding 25
Head Withdrawal 26
Mandrel Rotation Start/Stop 27
Cooling Pump Start/Stop 28
Auto Mode Start/Stop 29
Emergency Stop 31
Shavings Collection 32
Ordinary Maintenance 33
Troubleshooting 34
Malfunction Warnings 35

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SB 500
SEMI-AUTO
Original Instructions -Rev.00- 2015— In compliance with the paragraph 1.7.4 of the Machine
Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
This machine is
intended to be used for
prepping pipes for
welding.
THE MACHINE CAN BE USED ONLY BY SPECIALIZED OPERATORS WHO HAVE BEEN
DULY TRAINED AND EDUCATED TO WORK WITH IT.
THERE IS NO SPECIFIC WARNING FOR MISUSE AGAINST DULY TRAINED OPERATORS
INTENDED USE OF THE MACHINE
It works while inserted
and locked into the OD
of the pipe.
The bevel is obtained by
bevelling tools of
various shape and
materials, depending by
the nature of the material
to be bevelled.

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SB 500
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Original Instructions -Rev.00- 2015— In compliance with the paragraph 1.7.4 of the Machine
Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A. designs and assembles its machines in strict compliance with the
safety regulations provided by the applicable EC directives and by the Italian laws regulating this
matter.
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A. declines any responsibility for misuse of its machines and their use
when in contrast with the regulation listed hereinafter and with the use and maintenance
instructions hereto.
• Carefully read ALL the following regulations and the instructions herewith attached before
starting any operation.
• Carefully ensure that the operator and the foreman using the machine are fully aware of all
the regulations and all the instructions and that they are qualified to operate the unit.
• Strictly attain to the indications given by the international symbols applied on the machine
and/or on its case.
• Do not perform any maintenance operation when the machine is plugged to the power
supply.
• Before every use, ensure the power supply connections to be conform to the specs given by
our manual.
The authorized operator in any case will not have to disregard the basic safety rules such as:
• Using gloves and goggles (safety gear supplied by the company responsible for the site or
for the building)
• To properly illuminate the working area
• Ensure you are operating in an area which grants free movements (at least 1,5 metres around
the operator)
• Do not replace the control system and do not replace parts with non original spare parts, and
do not project violent water squirts on the machine
• Keep the hands away from hot and sharpened parts.
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A. remarks that for any non specified circumstances it is necessary to
obtain the authorization of the manufacturer.
SAFETY PRESCRIPTIONS

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SB 500
SEMI-AUTO
Original Instructions -Rev.00- 2015— In compliance with the paragraph 1.7.4 of the Machine
Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Using properly the safety gear entails the only risks to be generated by the user’s system and
not by inborn defects of our machines.
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A. designs and assembles its machines in strict compliance with the
safety regulations provided by the applicable EC directives and by the Italian laws regulating this
matter.
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A. declines any responsibility for misuse of its machines and their use
when in contrast with the regulation listed hereinafter and with the use and maintenance instructions
hereto.
• Carefully read ALL the following regulations and the instructions herewith attached before
starting any operation.
• Carefully ensure that the operator and the foreman using the machine are fully aware of all the
regulations and all the instructions and that they are qualified to operate the unit.
• Strictly attain to the indications given by the international symbols applied on the machine
and/or on its case.
• Do not perform any maintenance operation when the machine is plugged to the power supply.
• Before every use, ensure the power supply connections to be conform to the specs given by our
manual.
•
Supply adequate illumination to the working area;
•
Ensure the working area allows a clearance around the operator of at least 1,5mt tore)
• Do not replace the control panel and replace any part with original GBC parts.
• Do not use pressurized water on the machine.
• Do not touch hot and sharp parts
• The Instruction manual and the drawings will always give you quick and simple
explanations.
• Any case not specified in this paragraph will require the manufacturer authorization.
SAFETY PRESCRIPTIONS

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SEMI-AUTO
Original Instructions -Rev.00- 2015— In compliance with the paragraph 1.7.4 of the Machine
Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
MACHINE STABILITY
MACHINE STABILITY
MACHINE STABILITY
Considering the mass of the machine no particular problem has been
detected in regard to the operator safety.
WORKPLACE
WORKPLACE
WORKPLACE
The workplace shall always be adequately illuminated offering enough
clearane on the perimeter of the machine.
EMERGENCY BUTTON
EMERGENCY BUTTON
EMERGENCY BUTTON
As provided for the paragraph 1.2.4.3. of the attachment 1 of the
Machinery Directive, portable machines are exempt to have this feature.

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SB 500
SEMI-AUTO
Original Instructions -Rev.00- 2015— In compliance with the paragraph 1.7.4 of the Machine
Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Machine Weight kg
2600
Shipping Dims mm 2000x1600x2200
Shipping Weight kg
2800
MACHINE DIMENSIONS
TRANSPOR RECOMMENDATIONS
Over 25 Kg lifting equipment is required.

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TECHNICAL FEATURES
FEATURES AND PERFORMANCE
UNIT
MEASURE
VALUE
Locking Capacity mm 114÷508
Supply Voltage (V) 400
Main Motor Power (KW) 9.2
Cooling Liquid Recirculation Pump Motor Power (KW) 0.24
Head Feeding Motor Power (KW) 0.37
Locking Jaws Motor Power (KW) 0.37
Overall Power (KW) 10.202
Head Axial Stroke (mm) 100
Speed (RPM) 0÷20
Mandrel Rotation : Counter-Clockwise - -
4 Slots Mandrel (mm) 520
Maximum Thickness That Can Be Beveled In One
Step (Carbon Steel) (mm) 22
Pipe Positioner Motor Power (KW) 0.022

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Original Instructions -Rev.00- 2015— In compliance with the paragraph 1.7.4 of the Machine
Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Artigiani,17 – 25030 Torbiato di Adro (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
MACHINE STANDARD EQUIPMENT
“ SB 500”
6mm Allen Key
5mm Allen Key
4mm Allen Key
T20 Torx Screwdriver
Technical Drawings
Instruction Manual

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1) Main Switch.
2) Voltage Detection Led
3) Warning Led
SWITCHGEAR CONTROLS
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1) Digital Display 9) Mandrel Rotation Start /stop
2) Pipe Locking Selector/Head Feeding/Automatic 10) Mandrel Speed Regulator
3) Locking Pipe Start/Head Feeding Start 11) Emergency Stop
4) Unlocking Pipe Start/Head Withdrawal Start 12) Head/Jaws Speed Regulator
5) Main Stop 13) Pipe Positioner “UP”.
6) Voltage Detection Led 14) Pipe Positioner “DOWN”
7 ) Main Start /Stop 15) Malfunction Led
8) Cooling Pump Start /stop
CONTROL PANEL
1 2 3
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1) Rotate the general switch to supply voltage to the machine. Now the white led will
light.
2) Press the green button to enable the controls of the machine. Now the white light will
turn on.
PRELIMINARY OPERATION
1
2
N.B. THIS OPERATION MUST PER CARRIED OUT BEFORE
PROCEEDING WITH ALL THE SETTINGS

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3) Rotate the switch on “AUTO”. N.B. If the mandrel is not in position the green light will
not turn on.
4) Now press the button “MANDREL ROTATION”, and the mandrel will start.
5) When the mandrel reaches the “START” position it will come to a stopand the green light
will turn onas shown in the picture. Now you can proceed further and position the pipe along
with all the other settings.
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5

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1 -2) Press the pipe positioner “DOWN” button to move the pipe positioner between the pipe and
the chuck.
N.B. When the lever is down as shown in the picture #2 all controls are disabled
except for the controls for the pipe locking system.
3) Push the pipe until it touches the pipe positioning bar then secure the pipe with the machine
locking jaws.
4) Withdraw the pipe positioner using the button indicated by the green arrow in the picture #1.
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PIPE POSITIONING AND LOCKING
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3

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5) Insert the pipe until it touches the end stop as shown in the picture #5.
6) Rotate the selector in locking position (
Yellow Arrows ).
7) Press the green button and keep it pressed until the pipe is locked.
N.B. The jaws will automatically stop when reaching the maximum torque.
8) Press the pipe positioner “UP” button, and the end stop lever will return in the starting
position.
N.B. When the lever is up all the controls are enabled.
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1) Open the lock and unhook the side door as shown in the above picture.
TOOLS SETUP
2) Get the selected tool and slide it in the mandrel slot making sure it is abutted to the back wall
and move it in correspondence of the pipe wall as shown in the above picture, then fasten the
grub screws to lock the tool in place.
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2

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3) Once the tools are in position close the side door and hook the lock.
N.B. THE MACHINE SAFETY SYSTEM WILL DISABLE ALL
FUNCTIONS WHEN THE SIDE DOOR IS OPEN.
N.B. WHEN THE SIDE DOOR IS OPENED DURING A WORKING
SESSION THE MACHINE WILL AUTOMATICALLY STOP.
N.B. THE MACHINE REBOOTING PROCEDURE IS DESCRIBED BELOW :
1) CLOSE THE SIDE DOOR AND HOOK THE LOCK.
2) PRESS THE GREEN LIGHT TO REACTIVATE THE CONTROLS ON THE
CONTROL PANEL.
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2) Fill the cooling tank with cooling liquid from the filler cap pointed by the arrow.
3) N.B. ALWAYS CHECK THE COOLING LIQUID LEVEL AS YOU WILL
WANT TO AVOID THE COOLING PUMP TO INTAKE AIR AS THIS MAY
CAUSE A FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM.
1) Position the nozzle of the cooling system right on the pipe edge as shown in the above picture.
COOLING SYSTEM SETUP
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2
3

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END STOP ADJUSTMENT (FOR AUTOMATIC BEVEL)
1) Insert the pipe all the way down until it touches the end stop, then you can lock it in
position by activating the locking jaws.
2) Execute a test bevel on the pipe, ensureing that the position of the two cams located on
the head slide is not interfering with the working process, otherwise you will have to
remove the protection and move the cam as shown in the picture.
3) When the bevel is completed stop the head in the position shown in the picture.
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3

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4) Loose the screws that hold the end stop protection and remove it to get access to the cams.
5) Lean the cam against the rear end stop “Head Forward”, as shown in the picture.
6) Move the head backward acting on the control panel until the tool has withdrawn from the
pipe enough to be able to start a new bevel.
7) Lean the cam against the forward end stop “Head Backward” as shown in the picture.
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