GBC MINI AUTO COMPACT User manual

MINI AUTO COMPACT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Revisione 01- 2016
Range Ø 20 / 42 mm (0,78”- 1,78”)
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Index
Presentation of the comapny and introduction to the Instruction Manual 3
Warranty General Clauses 4
Intended Use of the Machine 5
Technical Features 6
Machine Standard Equipment 8
Optional Equipment 9
Safety Prescriptions 10
Transport Recommendations 11
Machine Stability 12
Workplace 12
Emergency Stop Installation Exemption 12
Preliminary Setup 13
Machine Setup 14
Tools Setup 18
Use of the Machine 23
End-stop Regulation 26
Service 32

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A. is known worldwide for the quality of its machines
and accessories for pipe cutting and beveling procedures of any sort and plate be-
veling machines..
The Headquarters are located in Cazzago San Martino (BS) where are currently ope-
ranting the General Management, the sales de-department, as well as the main work-
shop and the shipping de-partment.
QUALITY STANDARD—All our machines are assembled acording to the highest
quality standard. Since 1996 G.B.C. In-dustrial Tool S.p.a. has implemented manage-
ment procedures in compliance with the quality system regulations UNI EN ISO
9001 (SGS ITALIA S.R.L. N° IT 96.088 / 1996).
This Manual is supplied together with the machine it makes reference to. The customer may
apply for further copies to G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A. Our company owns the copyright
of this document and any partial or complete copy or distribution to natural persons or to corpo-
rate bodies is strictly forbid-den unless our prior approval to do so is obtained. G.B.C. Indus-
trial Tools S.p.A.
informs its customers that any operation carried out on the machines which is not prescribed in
this manual entails the automatic invalidation of the warranty. G.B.C. Industrial Tools
S.p.A.
recommends to contact the Maintenance Service in Cazzago San Martino – Italy prior to pro-
ceed with any modification on the machine.
You are invited to scrupulously adhere to the information written on the identification tag.
For any further information you are invited to contact us at these numbers:
Tel. +39 - 030 - 7451154
Fax +39 - 030 - 7356629

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
G.B.C. guarantees the reliability of the machine and its conformity to the specifications
herewith reported. The warranty covers the machine in its whole for a time period of one
year from the shipment date (ref. Delivery Note) for any flaw not imputable to the user.
The parts subject to wear are excluded from the warranty at sole discretion of G.B.C..
In case of any operational malfunction arising during the warranty period, G.B.C And its
Maintenance Service, hereinafter called MSS, will remedy this inconvenient free of
charge , both for handwork and for eventual replaced parts, except when the malfunction
is directly or indirectly imputable to misuse or alteration. In any case the machine must
not be disassembled or altered before the shipment. The warranty is valid only when the
warranty document is duly signed by G.B.C. and by a G.B.C. official distributor connect-
ed with the MSS maintenance service.
The shipment of the defective material must be performed within 8 (eight) days from the
notification of the defect and/or the claim and/or the request of technical assistance. On
the contrary the warranty will be void. G.B.C. and MSS obligations will cover the defect
resolution, the general maintenance and the inspection of the parts subject of the claim
only. The component replacement is at G.B.C. discretion only. The shipmen to costs
from and to the MSS as well as the direct and indirect costs rising from repair of the
product are at user’s charge. Any warranty repair or extraordinary repair must be execut-
ed by G.B.C. and MSS, otherwise the warranty will be void.
Any ordinary maintenance performed by the customer/user or by any service centre non
recognized or approved by G.B.C. will not be refunded and will make the warranty void.
The warranty is not valid for cases not listed in this certificate or for damage caused by a
misuse of materials, power supply, negligence, unauthorized modifications, atmospheric
events, acts of vandalism, incautious handling and/or transport, use of non original
G.B.C. parts and damage for causes not specified by G.B.C. and for which G.B.C. de-
clines any responsibility. G.B.C. reserves the right to modify and to improve its products
without any obligation to modify equipment and components already supplied. Nobody is
authorized to modify the conditions herewith contained or to issue any on behalf of
G.B.C. The claim terms for defects and/or damages in the material or of the ordered
quantities, are those pre-scribed by the Civil Code; the goods acceptance entails the
buyer to automatically accept the above mentioned warranty clauses.
N.B.:“Filter lubricator units are necessary accommodations for all pneu-
matic tools in an industrial environment in order to ensure maximum ma-
chine performance and to prevent premature motor breakdown. Failure to
use a filter lubricator calibrated to this unit will void certain warranty
claims”

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
The machine shown in the
Drawing is conceived wel-
ding preparation of pipes.
It operates while gripping
in the ID of the pipe.
The bevel is obtained by
bevelling tools of various
shape and materials, depen-
ding by the nature of the
material to be bevelled.
THE MACHINE SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY BY SPECIALIZED OPERATORS WHO HAVE
BEEN DULY TRAINED ON THE UNIT.
FOLLOWING TO A SPECIFIC FORMATION WE DO NOT ENVISAGE ANY REASONABLY
PREDICTALBE MISUSE OF THE UNIT

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
TECHNICAL FEATURES
PNEUMATIC
ID Locking Range mm (inches) 20 - 42 (0.78 –1.65)
Idle Speed gg/min (Rpm) 180
Torque Nm (Nm)
12 (7 bar)
18 (8 bar)
Feeding Stroke mm (inches) 40 (1.57)
Pneumatic Motor Power Hp (W) 0.59 (435)
Air Consumption L/min (cfm) 615 (21.7)
Ari Pressure Required Bar (psi) 7 ÷ 8 (101 ÷ 116)
Air Hose Connection Pollici (inches) 1/2” (1/2”)
Maximum Acoustic Emission Db 75
Machine weight kG 11.2

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
The machine is supplied with:
• Series of Locking Jaws from 20 to 42 mm (one set of which is already mounted)
• 3 mm Allen Key.
• Double open end Wrench 14-17
• Filter Lubricator FR+L 1/2”
• Machine Case
• Instruction Manual and Drawings
Service Tools Instruction Manual and
Drawings
Mini Auto
Compact
Filter Lubricator
Filter lubricator units are necessary
accommodations for all pneumatic
tools in an industrial environment in
order to ensure maximum machine
performance and to prevent prema-
ture motor breakdown. Failure to
use a filter lubricator calibrated to
this unit will void certain warranty claims.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
INTERCHANGEABLE REDUCED SHAFTD FOR ID PIPES FROM 12.5mm TO 21mm ID

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (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 regulat-
ing 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 applies on the ma-
chine 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 neces-
sary to obtain the authorization of the manufacturer.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Weight of the Machine kg 10
Shipping Dimensions mm
800x600x300
Shipping Weight kg 20
Al di sotto dei 25 Kg non sono richiesti mezzi di sollevamento diversi dalla forza umana di
un unico operatore
1. Always wear gloves and goggles during every operation
2. Any adjustment or inspection of the machine shall be done with
the unit unplugged from the power source.
3. During the operations the hands shall be kept on the security valve
and on the hand wheel.
4. The Use and Maintenance Manual as well as the drawings will
always supply quick and adequate explanations.
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.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Considering the mass of the machine no particular problem has been detected in regard to
the operator safety.
By always using both hands for operating the machine, the operator is unable to reach the
bevelling tools as the unit would suddenly stop – motor brake –
As provided for the paragraph 1.2.4.3. of the attachment 1 of the Machinery Directi-
ve, portable machines are exempt to have this feature.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Connect the hose to the Filter Lubricator as shown in the above picture. At the other end of the Filter you will
have to connect the hose that goes into the air system.
Connection to the air system
Connect the air hose to the machine.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Turn the Feeding Adjustment Valve clockwise as shown above.
- Locking Jaws Replacement -
Unscrew the Vane Abutment Nut with a counter-clockwise movement using the appropriate wrench.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Unscrew the Manual/Auto knob with a counter-clockwise rotation. NB Max 2 full turns.
Remove the jaws.
Select the required jaws and insert them in the
vacant seats of the jaws you have just re-
moved.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Apply a small pressure on the jaws with your hand.
Screw the Manual/Auto know rotating it clockwise until it stops.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Screw back in place the Vane Abutment Nut.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Select the required tools according to the actual job to do and also according to the shaft mounted on the ma-
chine and place them in the seats of the chuck.
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CORRECT POSITIONWRONG POSITION

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
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G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
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Slide the shaft inside the pipe to be bevelled.
Close firmly the Feeding Adjustment Valve with a clockwise rotation.

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MINI AUTO COMPACT
Original Instructions - rev.01 - 2016 - in compliance with § 1.7.4 of the Machine Directive 2006/42/CE
G.B.C. Industrial Tools S.p.A.
Via Sandro Pertini 41/43 – 25046 Cazzago San Martino (Bs) – Italia – Tel. + 39 030 7451154 – Fax. + 39 030 73 56 629
Unscrew the Manual/Auto knob with a counter-clockwise rotation. NB Max 2 full turns.
The machine is now firmly locked into the pipe.
Start the machine by pressing the lever as shown in the above picture.
WARNING: It is necessary to exercise a constant pression.