KAKA Industrial RM-12 User manual

Operation Manual RM-12/18
KAKA Industrial®
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Unpacking
The Rotary Machine is shipped from
the manufacturer in a carefully packed
Carton box. Thoroughly inspect the
product upon opening the package.
After unpacking the unit, carefully
inspect for any damage that may
have occurred during transit. Check
for loose, missing, or damaged parts.
Shipping damage claims must be
filed with the carrier and are the
responsibility of the user.
Specications
KAKA Rotary Machine is hand
operated and will form (0.050) mild
steel (or equivalent). The rotary
machine is constructed of steel
ensuring minimum deflection of the
workpiece during forming operations.
Six die sets are included allowing the
following operations to be performed:
Beading (R4,R6,and R7.5) and
anging(1/16”,1/8”and 1/4”)
Stock No. ................................173226
Model........................................RM-12
Capacity....................18 Ga. (1.2 mm)
Throat depth..................12" (305 mm)
Packing size....15"x18"x6" (38x45x16 cm)
N.W./G.W. ..........42/46 lbs (19/21 kg)
Stock No. ................................173206
Model........................................RM-18
Capacity....................18 Ga. (1.2 mm)
Throat depth..................18" (457 mm)
Packing size....29"x11"x6" (73x27x14 cm)
N.W./G.W. ..........53/57 lbs (24/26 kg)
Important
Rotary machine and dies are coated
with a protectant. To ensure proper fit
and operation, remove coating. Coating
is easily removed with mild solvents,
such as mineral spirits, and soft cloth.
Avoid getting cleaning solution on
paint or any of the rubber or plastic
parts. Solvents may deteriorate these
nishes. Use soap and water on paint,
plastic or rubber components. After
cleaning, cover all exposed surfaces
with a light coating of oil.
WARNING
Never use highly volatile solvents.
Non-ammable solvents are recommended
to avoid possible re hazard.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing our RM-18
Rotary Machine. Before attempting
to operate your new tool please
read these instructions thoroughly.
You will need these instructions for
the safety warnings, precautions,
assembly, operation, maintenance
procedures, parts list and diagrams.
Keep your invoice number with these
instructions. Write the invoice number
on the inside of front cover. Keep the
instructions and invoice in a safe, dry
place for future reference.

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9. Keep children out of workplace.
Make workshop childproof. Use
padlocks to prevent any unintentional
use of tools.
10. Assemble only according to these
instructions. Improper assembly can
create hazards.
11.When tools are not in use, store
them in a dry, secure place out of the
reach of children. Inspect the tools
prior to storage and before reuse.
12. Maintain product labels and
nameplates. These carry important
safety information.
WARNING
The warnings, cautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions or situations
that could occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense and
caution are factors which cannot be built
into this product, but must be used by the
operator.
KNOW HOW TO USE TOOL
1. Use right tool for job. Do not force
tool or attachment to do a job for
which it was not designed.
2. Keep hands out of path of dies and
clear from male and female dies.
3. The maximum capacity of this
machine is 18 gauge (0.050”) mild
steel or equivalent. Exceeding capacity
may be dangerous to operator and
damage may occur to machine.
4. Bolt machine to sturdy stand that
is bolted to oor to prevent sliding or
tipping of machine.
General Safety Information
CAUTION
Always follow proper operating procedures
as defined in this manual even if you are
familiar with use of this or similar tools.
Remember that being careless for even a
fraction of a second can result in severe
personal injury.
WARNING
For your own safety, read all of the
instructions and precautions before
operating tool.
SAFETY RULES
1. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties,
rings, bracelets or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts of
machine.
2. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
3. Wear safety shoes with non-slip
soles.
4. Wear safety glasses complying with
United States ANSI Z87.1.
Everyday glasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are NOT safety
glasses.
5. Be alert and think clearly. Never
operate tools when tired, intoxicated
or when taking medications that
cause drowsiness.
6. Keep work area clean. Cluttered
work areas invite accidents.
7. Work area should be properly lit.
8. Keep visitors at a safe distance
from work area.

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Assembly
The rotary machine comes assembled
as one unit with one die set attached.
Additional parts which need to be
fastened to the tool should be located
and accounted for before assembling.
Machine should be installed on a level
surface, with proper lighting.
Machine is to be bench mounted. Be
sure to provide clearance for crank
arm rotation. Area around machine
should be clear of scraps, oil or dirt.
Apply a suitable non-skid material to
oor.
Installation
Machine should be placed on a level
surface,with proper lighting.
Mount the rotary machine body to the
vise or stand (vise and stand both
optional, not coming with machine). If
mount to the stand, Secure the body
with two hex bolt M10X25 (coming
with stand).
Be sure to provide clearance for crank
arm Rotation. Area around machine
should be clear of scraps, oil, or dirt.
Apply a suitable non-skid material to
oor.
MOUNT HANDLE TO MACHINE
Mount the handle assembly (#16-20)
to the driving and driven shaft (#11-
12). Secure with Square Headscrew
(#18).
Operation
CAUTION
Be sure to keep hands clear of forming dies
when rotating crank handle.
The maximum capacity of the
machine is 18 gauge (0.050”) mild
steel or equivalent. Below is an
equivalency chart for use when
working with material other than mild
steel:
EQUIVALENCY CHART
Mild steel …..........………. 0.050”
Stainless steel ………...... 0.040”
SAE 1050 cold rolled steel .... 0.044”
Aluminum ……………..…. 0.075”
Soft brass ………………... 0.066”
½ Hard brass ……………. 0.050”
Annealed phosphor bronze... 0.054”
Soft copper ...…………..... 0.066”
Hard copper ………….….. 0.054”
1. Select the die set (#4,#21-25)
required for the operation to be
performed.
2. Place the selected dies onto the
driving and driven shafts (#11 and
12).Secure with head screw (#1) and
hex head screw (#9)
3. Adjust the position of the upper
die according to thickness of the
workpiece by using the adjusting
screw (#7).
4. Insert metal between dies and
slowly rotate the crank arm (#20).
Check the workpiece. It may be
necessary to ne tune the adjustments
made in steps 3. Repeat steps 3 until
the correct form is obtained.

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Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
Dies cut through
metal 1. Dies are too close together 1. Adjust die position using adjusting handle (# 7)
Dies do not make
the form correctly
1. Dies are improperly
adjusted
2. Workpiece material too
thick
1. Adjust die position using adjusting nut (# 7)
2. Do not exceed machine capacity of 0.050”
mild steel or equivalent, See Equivalency
Chart
Crank arm difcult
to turn
1. Adjusting gear (# 17) loose
or not in proper position
2. Improper lubrication
1. Adjust gear (# 17) position using Hex
Head screw (#16),loosen/tighten Hex Head
screw (#16) when necessary.
2. Lubrication properly, See Lubrication
Maintenance
1. Consult manual for specific
maintaining and adjusting procedures.
2. Keep tool lubricated and clean for
safest operation.
3. Remove adjusting tools. Form habit
of checking to see that adjusting tools
are removed before using machine.
4. Keep all parts in working order.
Check to determine that the guard or
other parts will operate properly and
perform their intended function.
5. Check for damaged parts. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding,
breakage, and mounting or any other
condition that may affect a tool’s
operation.
6. A guard or other damaged part
should be properly repaired or
replaced. Do not perform makeshift
repairs. (Use parts list provided to
order repair parts.)
Lubrication
1. All exposed iron surfaces should be
coated with light oil to prevent rusting.
Use a mutlli-purpose or bearing
grease for lubrication.
2. Oil the driving and driven shaft
(#11-12) through the oil port (#10)
monthly.

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Drawing

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Parts List
Ref.
No. Description QTY. Ref. No. Description QTY.
1 Head screw M10 2 14 Hex screw M6 2
2Washer 2 15 Bushing 2
3 Screw M8 12 16 Hex screw M6 2
4 Roll dies 2 17 Gear 2
5 Supporting block 4 18 Square screw M10 1
6 Bushing 4 19 Handle 1
7Head screw M10 1 20 Crank arm 1
8Washer 4 21 Roll dies 2
9 Hex screw M12 422 Roll dies 2
10 Oil ports 4 23 Roll dies 2
11 Driving shaft 1 24 Roll dies 2
12 Driven shaft 1 25 Roll dies 2
13 Vertical bracket 1
26
Optional bead roller
fence attachment
1

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SERVICE RECORD
KAKA Industrial ®
Date Maintenance performed Repair components require
NOTES

Stock No: 173226/173206
Edition 1 11/2018
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