Rapid Tool Australia ERB-16 User manual

User’s Guide
RAPIDTOOL Portable Electric Rebar Benders

WARNING: PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE
Machine is not rated and should not be used for commercial rebar producon purposes.
1. Safety
This machine is a high performance, electric tool. Failure to follow safety instrucons may result
in serious injury.
1. Authorized personal protecve equipment must be worn when operang machine (minimum
requirement - protecve gloves).
2. Take note of all warning signs on machine.
3. Keep body parts well clear of moving parts when machine is switched on.
4. Do not touch pump housing aer use as it will be hot. Wait for machine to cool.
5. Use away from others, parcularly children.
6. Never aempt to bend rebar outside of models prescribed diameter range (refer to table in
Specicaons & Parts secon).
7. Hold bender rmly and maintain proper foong and balance. Do not use at heights.
8. Never operate machine in wet or damp condions.
9. Never aempt to service machine (other than general maintenance procedures outlined in
Maintenance secon). Contact supplier if issues arise.
10. Only use RAPIDTOOL approved spare parts and accessories with machine.
11. Do not bend short lengths.
12. Keep away from sparks and naked ames.
13. Always check power cord for damage and safe placement prior to use.
14. Disconnect bender from power outlet when not in use.
15. Inspect bender before each use (refer to Maintenance secon). Do not use when quality has
been compromised.
16. Do not cover air vents on machine.
17. Store out of reach of children.
2. Specicaons & Parts
Power Supply:
Ensure machine is connected to correct power supply (check machine label to conrm power
supply).
Extension Leads:
Where possible, connect machine directly to power outlet. If an extension lead is required,
ensure lead is under 35m in length. Minimum extension lead diameter are prescribed below:
Extension Lead
Length (m) Min Wire ø (mm²)
25m 1.0
35m 1.5

Machine Head
Bend Module
Addional Bend Module
Addional Bend Die
Bend Module Bolt
Machine Handle
Release Lever
Oil Plug
Reference Bolt
Dabber
Pump Case
Motor Housing
Brush Caps
Note: Reference bolt can be used as a reference
point against bend module posion during bending.
Installing Addional Bend Module and Bend Die
1. Disconnect from power supply.
2. Unfasten bend module bolt and remove exisng bend module.
3. Fit addional bend module over dabber and securely fasten addional bend module bolt
(bolt must line up with groove in dabber).
4. Fit addional bend die over exisng machine head and securely fasten addional bend die bolt.
MODEL ERB-16
Input Voltage -Single Phase* 220-240V AC ~50Hz 110-120V AC ~60Hz
Power Consumpon 850W (220-240V) 1000W (110-120V)
Net Weight 15kg
Dimensions (cm) 60L x 17W x 20H
Bending Range 4-16mm**
Machine Specicaons
* Check machine label to determine correct power supply.
**Refer to machine model data sheet for maximum tensile strength/grade.
Machine Parts

3. Operang Machine
Pre-use Checks:
1. Check oil level (refer to Maintenance secon).
2. Check condion of bend module and ghtness of bend module bolt (refer to Maintenance
secon).
3. Check power supply is properly earthed.
4. Check that power cord is undamaged and plug is not loose (also applies for extension leads).
Warm Up:
In cold weather, warm up unit for 60 seconds to ensure hydraulic oil reaches proper viscosity.
Pull trigger to extend dabber and release when dabber nished full stroke. Repeat bend cycle
without rebar 15-20 mes.
Bending Procedure:
1. Insert rebar between bend module and machine head.
2. Pull and hold trigger while dabber advances and bends rebar to required angle.
3. Pull release lever to open posion once rebar has been bent (allows dabber to retract).
Note: Power will be compromised if hydraulic oil exceeds 70˚C. Allow machine to cool before resuming
operaon.
4. Maintenance
Bend Module:
Check bend module and machine head for damage before each use.
Check bend module bolt for ghtness before each use.
When using addional bend module and bend die, check bolts for ghtness before each use.
Cleaning:
Clean machine aer each use.
Use protecve gloves when cleaning to protect hands from metal splinters.
Do not use air gun as this may cause dust and metal lings to enter vents.
1. Extend dabber and disconnect from power source.
2. Wipe or brush away all dust and metal lings. Pay parcular aenon to lower half of dabber.
3. Pull release lever to complete bend cycle.
Oil Level Check:
Check oil before each use. Hydraulic oil is highly ammable; keep away from sparks and naked
ame. In case of ingeson or eye contact, consult a physician immediately.
1. Make 3-4 bends.
2. Fully bend next bit of rebar without pulling release lever. Unplug machine from power source.
3. Turn unit over so oil plug is uppermost (if machine is hot allow to cool down rst).
4. Remove oil plug and seal washer (never remove when machine is hot).
5. Check oil is level with boom of plug hole. If oil is too low, top up with approved ISO VG46 oil.
6. Remove air bubbles - gently lt bender lengthways and return to level posion. Top up and
lt bender in opposite direcon. Repeat this process unl all air has been extracted.
7. Replace seal washer and oil plug.
8. Connect to power source and pull release lever to complete cycle.

Oil Change:
Change oil at least once a year or sooner if it appears dirty.
1. Unplug machine from power source.
2. Turn unit over so oil plug is uppermost (if machine is hot allow to cool down rst).
3. Remove oil plug and seal washer (never remove when machine is hot).
4. Turn bender over and drain oil into a suitable receptacle. When oil ceases to drain, lt
machine to rear to allow oil trapped in piston housing to drain out. When housing is empty,
lt unit in the opposite direcon to empty the residue in the pump case.
5. Once all oil has been drained from the machine, turn unit over so oil plug is uppermost.
6. Slowly ll the machine with fresh oil and replace seal washer and oil plug.
7. Connect machine to power source and follow procedure for Oil Level Check.
Note: Dispose of hydraulic oil in accordance with local regulaons.
Bolt Tightness:
All bolts should be checked for ghtness on a weekly basis or aer every 500 bends (whichever
comes rst).
Carbon Brushes:
Inspect carbon brushes on a monthly basis. Worn brushes will result in power loss and cause
irreparable damage to the armature’s commutator. Check brushes immediately if a loss of power
or electrical fault is experienced.
Replacing Carbon Brushes:
1. Unplug machine from power source.
2. Locate the brush caps on both sides near the back of the motor housing.
3. Open the brush caps with a screwdriver and remove carbon brushes from the machine.
4. Inspect the carbon brushes and replace where worn or damaged.
5. Reinstall new carbon brushes and brush caps securely.

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