Simonds RR-500 Product information sheet
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER FREIGHT AXLE CAP SCREW
SIZE
PASSENGER
AXLE CLASS
LOCOMOTIVE
AXLE CLASS LENGTH WEIGHT
RR-500 1/2” 9.5” 3.2 lbs.
RR-625 5/8” & 3/4” 9.5” 3.2 lbs.
RR-875 Class D—50 Tons 7/8” E, F/EE, G GG 9.5” 3.2 lbs.
RR-1000 Class E,F—70-100 Tons 1” & 1 1/8” G 9.5” 3.2 lbs.
RR-1250 Class G—125 Tons 1 1/4” 9.5” 3.2 lbs.
MODELS
RR-500, RR-625, RR-875, RR-1000, RR-1250
CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING TOOL
248 ELM STREET
SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550
Phone: 866-764-3235
These pneumatic tools are designed to bend tabs on railroad wheels. They are well balanced and ergonomic.
Specifically designed for bending tabs on railroad wheel nuts. Any other application please consult the factory.
1. Read this manual and understand all safety instructions before operation of the tool. If you have questions please
contact our authorized distributors or the factory.
2. Only those tabs and nuts listed in the operating instructions are to be bent with the tool specific to the size. Any oth-
er use may damage tool or cause harm to operator.
3. Only the main energy (air supply) and lubricants listed in the instructions may be used.
4. For maintenance of the tab bender only spare parts and jaws specified by the manufacturer shall be used.
5. Repairs to be carried out by authorized agents or the factory only.
6. Tab bending tools operated by compressed air shall only be connected to compressed air lines where the maximum
allowable pressure CANNOT be exceeded by a factor of more than 10%. This can be achieved by a pressure re-
duction valve which includes a downstream safety valve.
7. When using the tab bender operated by compressed air, particular attention must be paid to avoid exceeding the
maximum allowable pressure.
8. Tab bender should be operated at the lower possible air pressure to perform the task at hand. This will help avoid
unnecessary noise levels, increased wear and resulting failures.
9. There is possibility of fire and explosion when using oxygen or combustible gases for operating compressed air driv-
ing tab bender.
10. Carry tab bender using only the handgrip and never by trigger or with trigger actuated. Never carry the tool by the
hose or pull hose to move the tool.
11. Disconnect the tool from air supply before cleaning, servicing, adjusting and during non-operation.
12. Wear eye protection.
14. Do not use a check valve or any other fitting which allows air to remain in tool.
15. Do not place hand or any part of your body in the jaw area of the tool when connecting or disconnecting air
supply.
16. Never point tool at yourself or at any other person.
1. Many air tool users find it convenient to use oiler to help provide oil circulation through tool and increase the effi-
ciency and useful like of the tool Check oil level in the oiler daily.
2. Many air tool users find it convenient to use a filter to remove liquid and impurities which can rust or wear internal
parts of the tool. A filter also increases the efficiency and life of the tool. The filter must be checked on a daily basis
and drained if necessary.
3. For better performance, install a 3/8” quick connector (1/4” NPT threads) with inside diameter of 0.315” on your tool
and 3/8” quick coupler on the air hose.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTION
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
1. Disconnect the air supply from the tool before lubricating.
2. Your tool requires lubrication before you use it the first time.
3. Wipe off excessive oil at the exhaust. Excessive oil will damage O’rings of tool. If in-line oiler is used, manual lubri-
cation through air inlet is not required on a daily basis.
4. Turn the tool so the inlet is facing up and put one drop of high speed spindle oil or sewing machine oil into air inlet.
NEVER use detergent oil or additives. Operate the tool briefly after adding oil.
1. Protect your eyes and ears. Wear z87.1 safety glasses with side shields. Wear hearing protection. Employers and
users are responsible for ensuring the user or anyone near the tool wear proper safety protection.
2. Check and replace any worn components on the tool.
3. Add a few drops of lubricating oil into the air inlet.
4. Attach a high flow quick connect fitting to the tool.
5. Connect the tool to an air compressor using a 3/8” I.D. hose. Make sure the hose has a rated working pressure ex-
ceeding 200 PSI (13.8 bar) and a female quick coupler.
6. Regulate the air pressure to obtain 70 PSI (4.8 bar) at the tool.
7. Test for proper bending of the tab. Adjust the air pressure to achieve proper bend. Do not exceed 110 PSI (7.6 bar)
at the tool.
1. Never use gasoline or other flammable liquids to clean the tool. Vapors in the tool will ignite by a spark and cause
the tool to explode and result in death or serious personal injury.
2. Disconnect the air supply from tool when repairing or cleaning.
3. Jaws should be kept clean. ALWAYS clean or service with air supply disconnected from tool.
TOOL LENGTH—7.36” (187 mm)
TOOL HEIGHT—14.72” (374 mm)
TOOL WIDTH—3.42” (87 mm)
WEIGHT—3.2 lbs. (1.45 kg)
AIR INLET—1/4” NPT
COMPRESSED AIR:
Max. Permissible Operating Pressure—110 PSIG (7.5 bar)
Recommended Operating Pressure—95-110 PSI (6.5—7.5 bar_
Air Consumption—0.052 scfm @ 90 psi (6.2 bar)
OPERATING THE TOOL
CLEANING THE TOOL
TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
DRWGNO.DESCRIPTIONQTY. DRWGNO.DESCRIPTIONQTY.
RR‐0901Nut2 RR‐0801Body1
RR‐1000‐6HexSetScrew2 RR‐0901MainPiston1
RR‐0410HexSetScrew2 RR‐1001Roller4
RR‐0525HexSetScrew2 RR‐1101RodPiston1
RR‐5102ParallelPin2 RR‐1201WTriggerValveGuideAssy.1
RR‐0506BuonHd.Bolt2 RR‐1301CylinderCap1
RR‐3018SpringPin3 RR‐1401TriggerValveStem1
RR‐001AO'Ring4 RR‐1501Bumper1
RR‐011HO'Ring1 RR‐1601SpringSeat1
RR‐014AO'Ring2 RR‐1701CompressionSpring1
RR‐219HO'Ring1 RR‐1802JawLower***1
RR‐0101TriggerValveGuide1 RR‐1902JawUpper***1
RR‐0201TriggerValveGuide1 RR‐2001Driver 1
RR‐0301TriggerValveSeat1 RR‐2101Cap2
RR‐0301WDriverAssy.1 RR‐2201Cap1
RR‐0401ExhaustCap1 RR‐3201SidePlate2
RR‐0501O'Ring2 RR‐2401Trigger1
RR‐0601 O'RingCap4 RR‐2501GuardTrigger1
RR‐0701Spacer2 RR‐2601Latch1
***‐ConsultFactoryonProperJawforTool.MusthaveToolNumber
Tool Number JawPartNumber
RR-500 RR-500-1
RR-625 RR-625-1
RR-875 RR-875-1
RR-1000 RR-1000-1
RR-1250 RR-1250-1
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