Ranger RP-20HD Owner's manual

20 Ton Heavy Duty
Hydraulic Shop Press
Model:
RP-20HD
VER B
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION. BY PROCEEDING YOU AGREE THAT
YOU FULLY UNDERSTAND AND COMPREHEND THE FULL CONTENTS OF
THIS MANUAL. FORWARD THIS MANUAL TO ALL OPERATORS. FAILURE TO
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT AS DIRECTED MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
REV A 05-22-09
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIMS
When this equipment is shipped, title passes
to the purchaser upon receipt from the carrier.
Consequently, claims for the material damaged in
shipment must be made by the purchaser against the
transportation company at the time shipment is received.
BE SAFE
Ranger™ Shop Presses are designed and built
with safety in mind. However, proper training and
thoughtful operation on the part of the operator can
increase your overall safety. DO NOT operate or
repair this equipment without reading this manual
and the important safety instructions shown inside.
1645 Lemonwood Dr.
Santa Paula, CA. 93060, USA
Tel: [phone]
Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363
Fax: [phone]
www.rangerproducts.com

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WARRANTY POLICY
Ranger Products™ are backed by over 35 years of
manufacturing experience. Every Shop Press
bearing the Ranger™ name is sold with the
following warranty.
Each Ranger Product™ is warranted to be free
from defects in workmanship and material for a
period of one year from the date of shipment
provided that a written claim for such defect is
made within that time.
This warranty does not cover damage or defects
caused by carelessness of the operator, misuse,
abuse or abnormal use which in any way impairs the
proper functioning of the equipment or by the use or
addition of parts not manufactured by Ranger
Products™ or its suppliers.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY MADE IN LIEU OF
ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
If your Ranger Products™ machine is not functioning
properly, call your Ranger Products™ dealer immediately.
On some occasions, an independent contractor may be
hired to do the repairs. Within the warranty period, a
customer should not hire his own contractor unless it is
authorized in writing by Ranger Products™.
If it is necessary to return equipment for repairs, your
dealer will so advise you. When returning equipment for
repairs, see that machines are properly crated and
protected, and prepay transportation.
Defective parts replaced at no charge must be returned
to your dealer or Ranger Products™ within 60 days of the
date that the replacement parts are shipped; otherwise,
you must pay for the replacement parts at the current
selling price.
SHIPPING DAMAGE
If any damage is found, notify your carrier
immediately and save all packaging materials for the
carrier’s inspector to examine. Failure to promptly
report damage could result in denial of your claim.
A trucking company’s procedure for handling damage is
as follows:
1. Immediately send out an inspector. An inspection
report is filled out on the spot, a copy of which is
given to the customer.
2. The customer has to call the carrier to request a
claim form.
3. The customer mails in the claim form.
4. The claim usually takes two (2) months to process.
If a unit is seriously damaged, your Ranger Products
dealer may be able to intervene, requesting that the
damaged unit be returned and a new unit delivered.
IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
ALWAYS MAINTAIN A CLEAN WORK AREA.
KEEP VISITORS AND ESPECIALLY
CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA.
THIS SHOP PRESS IS TO BE OPERATED BY
PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY.
OPERATION BY UNTRAINED
PERSONNEL MAY RESULT IN INJURY
AND /OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
For Parts Or Service Contact:
BendPak Inc. / Ranger Products
1645 Lemonwood Dr.
Santa Paula, CA. 93060
Tel: [phone]
Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363
Fax: [phone]
www.bendpak.com
www.rangerproducts.com

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THIS OPERATING MANUAL CONTAINS
IMPORTANT DETAILS CONCERNING THE
SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
THE USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THESE DETAILS BEFORE ANY USE OF THE
EQUIPMENT. THIS MANUAL MUST BE
RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
OWNER/OPERATOR
RESPONSIBILITY:
The owner and/or operator shall study the product
instructions and retain them for future reference.
The owner and/or operator shall have an understanding
of the product operating instructions and warnings before
operating the equipment.
Warning information shall be emphasized and
understood. If the operator is not fluent in English, the
product instructions and warnings shall be read to and
discussed with the operator in the operator’s native
language by the purchaser/ owner or his designee,
making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.
INSPECTION
Visual inspection should be made before each use of the
equipment. This inspection should check for abnormal
conditions such as cracked welds, leaks, and damaged,
loose or missing parts.
Any product that appears to be damaged in any way,
is found to be worn or operated abnormally, must be
removed from service immediately.
Any product that operates abnormally shall be removed
from service until repaired by a qualified repair service
center.
If the product is accidentally subjected to an abnormal
load or shock, it must be taken out of service immediately
and be inspected by a qualified repair or service center.
It is recommended that an annual inspection is performed
on the equipment and that any damaged or worn parts,
decals or warning labels be replaced with manufacturer’s
specified parts.
ALTERATIONS
Because of potential hazards associated with this type of
equipment, no alterations shall be made to the product.
WARNING!
THIS IS A PRESSING DEVICE ONLY.
DO NOT EXCEED RATED CAPACITY.
OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO
OR FAILURE OF THE SHOP PRESS.
KEEP HANDS AND BODY CLEAR
OF ALL PINCH POINTS.
NO ALTERATIONS TO THE PRESS SHALL BE MADE.
READ, STUDY AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING
MANUAL PACKED WITH THIS LIFT BEFORE
OPERATING.
ALWAYS WEAR APPROVED EYE
PROTECTION DURING OPERATION.
FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT
IN LOSS OF LOAD, DAMAGE TO THE PRESS , AND/
OR FAILURE RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL OR FATAL INJURY.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
RP-20HD
Refer to the Parts Breakdown on Page 5.
1. Attach legs (2) to the bottom of the Posts (6)
while also attaching the Leg Center (1) between the two
frame posts. Secure the three steel items with bolts (3)
and Hex Nuts (5), and Flat Washers (4).
2. Place the Table (8) between the frame posts by sliding
it down from the top) and secure it with the Support Pins
(7). Align the base straight.
3. Attach the Top Beam (9) to the top of the frame posts
using Hex Bolts (10), Spring Washers (12) and Hex Nuts
(11). Ensure the Hydraulic Jack Centering Ring is facing
downwards.
4. Attach the Ram Frame (21) to the underside of the Top
Beam (9) sliding the top of the Ram Assembly (25) into
the bracket before tightening down the bolts, nut and lock
washers. See Figure 1.
5. Attach the Pump Assembly (16) to the side of the right
side Post using the supplied bolts, nuts and lock washers.
(See Figure 2)
6. Place the Press Plates (8) on the Table if desired.
7. Your 20 ton shop press, model RP-20HD is now ready
for operation.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER!
If you detect any structural failure, stop using the press
immediately and get a qualified technician to inspect it.
CAUTION!
Keep hands, fingers or feet and all parts of
the body away form any moving parts.
1. Position the Press Table to the desired height by
adjusting the Support Rods.
2. Place the two Steel Plates on the Press Platform.
3. Using the Jack Handle close the release valve of the
jack, by turning it clockwise.
4. Place the Jack Handle in the Jack Handle Socket and
pump the jack, pushing the Jack Plate down.
5. When finished loosen the Jack Release Valve using
the Jack Handle and turning it counter clockwise.
.
MAINTENANCE
1. Keep the press clean and free of debris and dirt.
2. All exposed machine surfaces of the press should be
brushed clean and wiped with WD-40 or equivalent.

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL # CAPACITY OVERALL
HEIGHT
OVERALL
WIDTH
Base
Dimension
Adjustable Table
Height
CYLINDER
STROKE
SHIPPING
WEIGHT
RP-20HD 40,000 Lbs
18,144 Kg
63 1/4"
1,530 mm
37"
940 mm
27.5” x 26”
692mm x 660mm
7.5” - 36.25’
190mm x 921mm
5 1/2"
140 mm
255 Lbs
116 Kg
EXPLODED DRAWING AND PARTS LIST
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Description
(20ton)
Description
(30ton) Qty
1 Leg Center Leg Center 1
2Leg Leg 2
3 Bolt M12x30 Bolt M12x30 4
4 Washer 12 Washer 12 4
5 Nut M12 Nut M12 4
6 Upright Upright 2
7Pin Pin 2
8Table Table 1
9 Top Beam Frame Top Beam Frame 1
1
0Bolt M20x35 Bolt M20x35 8
1
1Nut M20 Nut M20 8
1
2Washer 20 Washer 20 8
1
3Press Plate Press Plate 2
1
4Hose Assembly Hose Assembly 1
1
5Handle Handle 1
1
6Pump Assembly Pump Assembly 1
1
7Bolt M16x30 Bolt M16x35 2
1
8Washer 16 Washer 16 2
1
9Spring Washer16 Spring Washer16 2
2
0Nut M16 Nut M16 2
2
1Frame for Ram Frame for Ram 1
2
2Bolt M10x25 Bolt M10x30 20t / 2
30t / 4
2
3Washer 10 Washer 10 20t / 2
30t / 4
2
4Nut M10 Nut M10 20t / 2
30t / 4
2
5Ram Assembly Ram Assembly 1
PARTS BREAKDOWN

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For Parts Or Service
Contact:
BendPak Inc. / Ranger Products
1645 Lemonwood Dr.
Santa Paula, CA. 93060
Tel: [phone]
Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363
Fax: [phone]
www.bendpak.com
www.rangerproducts.com