Metallkraft SSG 12 User manual

SSG 12
Instruction Manual
SSG 12
Compressing and stretching
machine
SSG 12

2 SSG 12 | Version 2.02
Imprint
Product identification
Compressing and stretching machine Item number
SSG 12 3776102
Manufacturer
Stürmer aschinen GmbH
Dr.-Robert-Pfleger-Str. 26
D-96103 Hallstadt/Bamberg
Fax: [phone] - 55
E- ail: [email protected]
Internet: www.metalkraft.de
Original operating instructions
Original operating instructions
Edition: 27.11.2019
Version: 2.02
Language: English
Author: FL
Indications regarding the copyright
Copyright © 2019 Stürmer aschinen GmbH, Hallstadt,
Germany.
The contents of these operating instructions is the sole
property of the company Stürmer aschinen GmbH.
Passing on as well as copying of this document, the use
and distribution of its content are prohibited if not explic-
itly permitted. Contraventions are liable to compensa-
tion.
Subject to technical modifications and error.
Contents
1 Introduction ............................................. 3
1.1 Copyright ............................................................ 3
1.2 Costumer service................................................ 3
1.3 Limitation of liability............................................. 3
2 Safety ....................................................... 3
2.1 Symbol explanation ............................................ 3
2.2 Obligations of the operating company ................ 4
2.3 Requirements to staff.......................................... 4
2.4 Personal protective equipment ........................... 5
3 Intended Use............................................ 5
3.1 Residual risks ..................................................... 5
4 echnical Data......................................... 6
4.1 Table................................................................... 6
5 ransport, package and storage............ 6
5.1 Delivery and Transport ....................................... 6
5.2 Packaging........................................................... 6
5.3 Storage ............................................................... 6
6 Description of the device ....................... 6
6.1 Illustrations.......................................................... 6
6.2 Scope of delivery ................................................ 6
6.3 Accessories ........................................................ 6
7 Operation ................................................. 6
7.1 Structure and function......................................... 7
7.2 Operation and adjustment .................................. 7
8 Cleaning, maintenance and service/repair .. 7
8.1 Cleaning.............................................................. 7
8.2 Repair ................................................................. 7
9 Disposal, recycling of old equipment ... 8
9.1 Decommission .................................................... 8
10 Spare parts ............................................ 8
10.1 Ordering spare parts......................................... 8
11 Spare parts drawing.............................. 9

Introduction
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1 Introduction
With the purchase of the device of ETALLKRAFT you
have made a good choice.
horoughly read the operating instructions before
commissioning the machine.
It informs you about the proper commissioning, the in-
tended use as well as the safe and efficient operation
and maintenance of your device.
The operating instructions are part of the device. It must
always be stored at the place of use of the device. In ad-
dition, the local accident prevention regulations and ge-
neral safety regulations apply to the area of application
of the device.
The illustrations in these operating instructions serve the
general comprehension and may deviate from the ac-
tual type.
1.1 Copyright
The contents of these instructions are copyright. Their
application is admissible in the frame the device utilisa-
tion. An application beyond the described application is
not allowed without written approval of the manufac-tu-
rer. For the protection of our products, we shall regis-ter
trademark, patent and design rights, as this is possi-ble
in individual cases. We strongly oppose any infringement
of our intellectual property.
1.2 Costumer service
Please contact your dealer if you have any questions
about your machine or technical information. There you
will be happy to help with expert advice and information.
Germany:
Stürmer aschinen GmbH
Dr.-Robert-Pfleger-Str. 26
D-96103 Hallstadt
Repair-Service:
Fax: [phone]-111
E- ail: [e-mail]
Spare part orders:
Fax: [phone]-119
E- ail: [e-mail]
We are always interested in valuable experience and
knowledge gained from using the application-which then
could be shared and be valuable to develop our products
even further.
1.3 Limitation of liability
All information and notes in these operating instructions
were summarised taking the applicable standards and
rules, the state-of-the-art and our long-term knowledge
and experiences into consideration.
In the following cases the manufacturer is not liable for
damages:
- Non-observance of the operating instructions,
- Inappropriate use,
- Use of untrained staff,
- Unauthorised modifications,
- Technical changes,
- Use of not allowed spare parts.
The actual scope of delivery may deviate from the ex-
planations and presentations described here in case of
special models, when using additional ordering options
or due to latest technical modifications.
The obligations agreed in the delivery contract, the gen-
eral terms and conditions as well as the delivery conditi-
ons of the manufacturer and the legal regulations at the
time of the conclusion of the contract are applicable.
2 Safety
This paragraph will give you an overview of all important
safety packages for the protection of persons as well as
for the safe and undisturbed operation. Other taskba-sed
safety notes are included in the individual chapters.
2.1 Symbol explanation
Safety instructions
The safety notes in these operating instructions are high-
lighted by symbols. The safety notes are intro-duced by
signal words which express the concern of the risk.
DANGER!
This combination of symbol and signal words indi-
cate an imminently dangerous situation which may
lead to death or severe injuries if they are not avoi-
ded.
WARNING!
This combination of symbol and signal words indi-
cate a possibly dangerous situation which may lead
to death or severe injuries if they are not avoided.

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Safety
ips and recommendations
It is necessary to observe the safety notes quoted in
these operating instructions in order to reduce the risks
for personal injuries and damages to property.
2.2 Obligations of the operating company
The operating company is the person who operates the
machine for business or commercial reasons by herself,
or leaves it to a third party for use or application, and who
bears the legal product responsibility for the protection of
the user, the staff or for third parties.
Obligations of the operating company:
If the machine is used for commercial purposes, the op-
erating company must comply with the legal working saf-
ety regulations. Therefore, the safety notes in this op-
erating manual, as well as the safety, accident preven-
tion and environment protection regulations applying for
the area of application of the machine must be met. The
following applies in particular:
- The operating company must be informed about
the applying industrial safety regulations and fur-
ther analyse hazards resulting from the special
working conditions at the place of use the ma-
chine. She must implement these in form of oper-
ating manuals for the operation the machine.
- During the entire lifetime of the machine, the oper-
ating company must verify whether the operating
manuals prepared by her correspond to the cur-
rent status of the regulations, and must adapt
these if necessary.
- The operating company must unambiguously reg-
ulate and determine the responsibilities for instal-
lation, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance
and cleaning.
- The operating company must ensure that all per-
sons who work with the machine, have read and
understood this manual. Furthermore she must in-
struct the staff in regular intervals and inform them
about the hazards.
- The operator must provide the necessary protec-
tive equipment to the staff and order the use of the
necessary protective equipment in a binding way..
Furthermore the operating company is responsible to
keep the machine always in a technically flawless state.
Thus, the following applies:
- The operator must ensure that the maintenance in-
tervals described in this manual are kept.
- The operator must have all safety devices checked
regularly for their good working order and their in-
tegrity.
2.3 Requirements to staff
The different tasks described in this manual represent
different requirements to the qualification of the persons
entrusted with these tasks.
Only persons reliable working procedures can be ex-
pected from, are allowed to perform all works. Persons
the responsiveness of which is affected by e. g. drugs,
alcohol or medication, are not allowed to work with the
machine.
The qualifications of the personnel for the different tasks
are mentioned below:
Operator
The operator is instructed by the operating company
about the assigned tasks and possible risks in case of
improper behavior. Any tasks which need to be per-for-
med beyond the operation in the standard mode must
only be performed by the operator if it is indicated in
these instructions and if the operating company expres-
sively commissioned the operator.
CAU ION!
This combination of symbol and signal words indi-
cate a possibly dangerous situation which may lead
to minor or light injuries if they are not avoided.
NO E!
This combination of symbol and signal words indi-
cate a possibly dangerous situation which may lead
to property and environmental damages if they are
not avoided.
ips and recommendations
This symbol highlights useful tips and recommenda-
tions as well as information for an efficient and trou-
ble-free operation.
WARNING!
Danger in case of insufficient quali-
fication of the staff!!
Insufficiently qualified persons cannot estimate the
risks while using the machine and expose themsel-
ves and others to the danger of severe or lethal inju-
ries.
- Have all works only performed by qualified per-
sons.
- Keep insufficiently qualified persons out of the wor-
king area.

Intended Use
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Electrically qualified person:
Electrically qualified person is due to their professional
training, knowledge and experience as well as knowl-
edge of the relevant standards and regulations, in a po-
sition to carry out work on the electrical systems and to
independently recognize and avoid possible dangers.
Qualified personnel:
Due to their professional training, knowledge and expe-ri-
ence as well as their knowledge of relevant regulations the
specialist staff is able to perform the assigned tasks and to
recognize and avoid any possible dangers them-selves.
Manufacturer:
Certain works may only be performed by specialist per-
sonnel of the manufacturer. Other personnel is not au-
thorized to perform these works. Please contact our cus-
tomer service for the execution of all arising work.
2.4 Personal protective equipment
The personal protective equipment serves to protect per-
sons against impairments of safety and health while wor-
king. The staff member has to wear personal protec-tive
equipment while performing different tasks on and with
the machine which are indicated in the individual para-
graphs of these instructions. The personal protective
equipment is explained in the following paragraph:
3 Intended Use
The Compressing and stretching machine is used for
universal use in the workshop and construction site area
for upsetting and stretching sheet metal. The version
SSG 12 can handle a maximum sheet thickness of 1.2
mm
Proper use also includes compliance with all information
in this manual. Any use beyond the intended use or
otherwise is considered misuse.
Unauthorized modifications or alterations to the com-
pression and stretching device can invalidate the CE
conformity of the compression and extension device and
are prohibited. The company Stürmer aschinen GmbH
assumes no liability for design and technical changes to
the Compressing and stretching machine.
The improper use of the compression and stretching de-
vice as well as the disregard of the safety regulations or
the operating instructions exclude a liability of the manu-
facturer for resulting damage to persons or objects and
cause the warranty to expire!
3.1 Residual risks
Even if all safety regulations are observed and the ma-
chine is used correctly, there are still residual risks listed
below:
- Pinching of body parts.
- Injuries from flying workpieces or workpiece parts.
- Danger of breakage of the tool.
Ear and head protection
The ear protection protects against hearing damage
caused by noise. The industrial helmet protects the
head against falling objects and bumping against
fixed objects.
Face protection
The face shield protects the face from flying parts.
Protective gloves
The protective gloves serve to protect the hands
against sharp components as well as against fric-
tion, abrasions or deep injuries.
Safety boots
Safety boots protect the feet from being crushed, fal-
ling parts and slipping over on slippery ground.
Protective clothes
Protective clothes are made of a tightly fitted fabric
without the protruding parts of low tear strength.
WARNING!
Danger in case of misuse!
isuse of the device can lead to dangerous situati-
ons.
- Only operate the device in the power range speci-
fied in the technical data.
- Never bypass or override the safety devices.
- Only operate the device in a technically perfect con-
dition.

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echnical Data
4 Technical Data
4.1 Table
5 Transport, package and storage
5.1 Delivery and Transport
Check the machine on delivery for any visible transpor-
tation damage. If you notice any damage to the device
please report this immediately to the carrier or dealer.
5.2 Packaging
All packaging materials and packing aids used for the hy-
draulic workshop press are suitable for recycling and
must always be disposed of using material-based recy-
cling systems.
Packaging materials made of cardboard must be shred-
ded and disposed of as part of waste paper recycling.
The foils are made of polyethylene (PE), padding is
made of polystyrene (PS). Dispose of these at a recy-
cling center or hand them over to the relevant waste dis-
posal company.
5.3 Storage
Store the device in a dry, clean, dust-free and frost-free
environment. It must not be placed in a room with highly
oxidising chemicals.
Also, all bare metal parts must be greased against corro-
sion.
6 Description of the device
6.1 Illustrations
Fig. 1: Description of the device
1 - Rubber handle for pressure arm
2 - Lever
3 - Housing
4 - Steel cable
5 - Upsetting jaws
6 - Cover for compression jaws
6.2 Scope of delivery
- Basic machine
- Stretching jaws
- Compression jaws
6.3 Accessories
- Compression jaw SET für SSG 12
Item number: 3776104
- Stretching jaw SET für SSG 12
Item number: 3776105
7 Operation
ype SSG 12
ax. sheet thickness 1,2 mm
Throat 25 mm
Length 150 mm
Width / Depth 50 mm
Height 140 mm
Weight 5,5 kg
DANGER!
- Always assemble the Compression jaw and Stret-
ching jaw correctly on the body of the device.
Wear Protective gloves
Wear Protective clothes!

Cleaning, maintenance and service/repair
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7.1 Structure and function
This machine consists of a body part and the upsetting
and stretching jaws together. The body of this machine is
made of high quality cast steel, with a high strength and a
good stability. The upsetting and stretching jaws are
made of chrome steel with very high hardness and tough-
ness. The upsetting jaws are used to form external radii
and the stretching jaws are used to form internal radii.
7.2 Operation and adjustment
Please make sure that the jaws are properly attached to
the body of the machine and that the body part is fixedly
mounted on a stand. The opening and closing of the tool
teeth is only possible by pressing the handle no. 13 (see
exploded view). Insert the sheet to be processed in the
middle of the jaws and press the handle No. 13
Note: The work carried out should be carried out within
the max. Capacity.
8 Cleaning, maintenance and service/
repair
8.1 Cleaning
Clean the machine after each use.
Do not remove metal or scrap with bare hands, but use
safety gloves to prevent cuts.
Clean all painted surfaces with a soft, damp cloth.
Never use solvents to clean plastic parts or painted sur-
faces. A surface release and consequential damage may
occur.
8.2 Repair
As a result of wear and tear, it may happen that main-
tenance work must be carried out on the machine.
DANGER!
CRUSHING! When upsetting and stretching is
always to make sure that your own security is given.
There are crushing hazards on upper limbs.
ips and recommendations
To ensure that the machine is always in good opera-
ting condition, regular care and maintenance work
must be carried out.
WARNING!
Danger due to insufficient qualifica-
tion of persons!
Insufficiently qualified persons can not assess the
risks associated with repair work on the upsetting
and stretching equipment and expose themselves
and others to the risk of serious injury.
- All maintenance work should only be carried out by
qualified persons.
NO E!
After care, maintenance and repair work, check that
all panels and guards are correctly mounted on the
upsetting and stretching equipment and that no tools
are left inside or in the working area of the upsetting
and stretching equipment.
Damaged protective devices and parts of the device
must be repaired or replaced as agreed by a recogni-
zed specialist workshop.
NO E!
Oil, grease and cleaning agents are hazardous to the
environment and must not be disposed of in waste-
water or normal household waste. Dispose of these
funds in an environmentally friendly way. The
cleaning cloths soaked in oil, grease or detergent are
easily combustible. Collect the cleaning rags or
cleaning wool in a suitable, closed container and dis-
pose of them in a manner suitable for environmen-
tally-friendly disposal - do not dispose of with
household waste!
Wear safety gloves!
Wear Protective clothes!
ACH UNG!
Repairs or maintenance may only be carried out by
qualified and trained specialist personnel.

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Disposal, recycling of old equipment
9 Disposal, recycling of old equipment
In your own interest and to protect the environment make
sure that all machine components are exclusively dispo-
sed of in as intended and permitted.
9.1 Decommission
Disused devices must be taken out of service immedi-
ately in order to avoid later misuse and endangering the
environment or people.
- remove all environmentally hazardous processing ma-
terials from the used machine.
- if necessary, disassemble the machine into assem-
blies and components that are easy to handle and suit-
able for recycling.
- The machine components and processing materials
must be disposed of us-ing the intended disposal me-
thods.
10 Spare parts
10.1 Ordering spare parts
The spare parts can be obtained from the dealer or di-
rectly from the manufacturer. The contact details are in
chapter 1.2 Customer Service.
Specify the following key data for inquiries or when orde-
ring spare parts:
- Device type
- Article number
- Position number
- Year of manufacture
- Quantity
- Desired shipping type (post, freight, sea, air,
express)
- Shipping address
Spare parts orders without the aforementioned data can-
not be taken into account. The supplier shall deter-mine
the shipping type if no relevant data was provided.
Information about the device type, item number and year
of manufacture can be found on the type plate. The type
plate is mounted on the device.
Example
The lever for theCompressing and stretching machine
SSG 12 must be ordered. The lever has the number 13
in the spare parts drawing 1.
By ordering spare parts, send a copy of the spare parts
drawing (1) with the marked part (lever) and marked po-
siton number (13) to the dealer or spare parts depart-
ment and provide the following information:
- aschinentyp: Compressing and stretching ma-
chine SSG 12
- Item number: 3776102
- Drawing number: 1
- Position number: 13
Item number of your device:
Compressing and stretching machine SSG 12: 3776102
DANGER!
For maintenance work, please contact your nearest
metalworking dealer. Please write down the follo-
wing information from the machine or the operating
instructions in advance to help you with your pro-
blem in the best possible way:
- odel of the machine,
- Serial number of the machine,
- Exact error description
DANGER!
Risk of injury caused by the use of
incor-rect spare parts!
The use of incorrect or faulty spare parts may cause
risks for operating staff and damage as well as mal-
functions.
- Exclusively genuine spare parts made by the man-
ufacturer or spare parts authorized by the manufac-
turer shall be used.
- Always contact the manufacturer if you are unsure.
NO E
The manufacturer warranty shall be rendered void in
the event of a use of unauthorised spare parts.

Spare parts drawing
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11 Spare parts drawing
The following drawing are intended to identify the required spare parts in the event of service. If applicable, submit a copy
of the parts drawing including the highlighted components to your authorized retailer..
Fig. 2: Spare parts drawing SSG 12

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