SOCO EF-AC115 User manual

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EF-AC115
Operation Manual

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Contents
1Introduction....................................................................................................................- 3 -
2Safety Precautions.........................................................................................................- 4 -
2-1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................- 4 -
2-2 Danger Zones-Workplace-Free Space Around The System..................................- 5 -
2-3 Safety Plates.........................................................................................................- 5 -
2-4 Safety Devices......................................................................................................- 6 -
2-4-1 Emergency stop buttons..............................................................................- 6 -
2-5 Personal Protective Equipment.............................................................................- 7 -
3Machine Specifications ..................................................................................................- 8 -
4Installation......................................................................................................................- 9 -
4-1 Unpacking and Inspection.....................................................................................- 9 -
4-2 Handling, Lifting, Transporting and Unloading Procedure.....................................- 9 -
4-2-1 Preliminary operations.................................................................................- 9 -
4-2-2 Lifting the machine.....................................................................................- 10 -
4-3 Installation...........................................................................................................- 11 -
4-4 Connecting Electric Power..................................................................................- 12 -
5Machine Outline...........................................................................................................- 13 -
5-1 Machine Outline and Major Components............................................................- 14 -
5-1-1 Section view...............................................................................................- 14 -
5-1-2 Front view ..................................................................................................- 15 -
5-1-3 Side view ...................................................................................................- 16 -
5-2 Control Panel ......................................................................................................- 17 -
5-2-1 Control panel..............................................................................................- 17 -
5-3 A description of the detecting device...................................................................- 18 -
6Operation Mode...........................................................................................................- 19 -
6-1 Replacement of Tool Head..................................................................................- 19 -
6-2 Adjustment of Cutting Bits...................................................................................- 19 -
6-2-1 Adjustment of tool seat and cutting bit for end facing.................................- 19 -
6-2-2 Adjustment of tool seat and cutting bit for end facing outside wall
chamfering .................................................................................................- 20 -
6-2-3 Adjustment of tool seat and cutting bit for inside wall chamfering..............- 21 -
6-3 Adjustment of the Feeding Speed.......................................................................- 23 -
6-4 Selection of Spindle Speed..................................................................................- 24 -
6-5 Operation ............................................................................................................- 25 -

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6-5-1 Manual operation.......................................................................................- 25 -
6-5-2 Semi-auto operation...................................................................................- 25 -
6-6 Adjust the head Cutting feedrate.........................................................................- 26 -
6-7 Adjust the Blade Entry Speed..............................................................................- 27 -
7Maintenance ................................................................................................................- 28 -
8Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................- 29 -
9Appendix......................................................................................................................- 30 -
9-1 Machine Operates Range Pictures .....................................................................- 31 -
9-2 Machine Specifications........................................................................................- 32 -
9-3 Hydraulic Circuit Diagram and Air Circuit Diagram..............................................- 33 -
9-4 Electrical Circuit Diagram....................................................................................- 34 -
9-5 Parts Lists and Drawings.....................................................................................- 35 -

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1 Introduction
Machine features
•Evenly chamfers the inside, outside and face of the tube simultaneously
•Different rotation speeds for various materials and requirements (Pulley setup)
•2 steps chamfering process
First speed --------- Fast approach for time saving
Second speed -----
Infinitely adjustable chamfering speed for smooth
finish
•Optional chamfering seats for centering (Solid bar)
•Optional chamfering seats for small tube diameters (Ø6mm ~ Ø15mm)

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2 Safety Precautions
2-1 Introduction
1. Machine operators must read the manual thoroughly, and fully understand the
functions of the machine and its safety requirements before usage.
2. No one other than qualified operators should operate the machine.
3. This machine design has complied with safety requirements of your company. In case
of any concern, check on the detail of each requirement as needed.
4. The operator should check to ensure that the machine is connected to proper power
source before usage.
5. Depress emergency stop button and shut off power source if any unusual situation
occurs during usage.
6. Un-plug power source while installing, dismantling, maintaining, or adjusting the
machine
7. During the process of adjusting or testing the machine, if the electric power needs to
be on, the operator should pay extra attention to the action of automatic mode to
ensure people safety.
8. Keep the machine and its surrounding clean and bright to ensure operation safety.
9. Maintain the machine periodically to ensure normal functions of each part of the
machine.
10. Do not operate the machine beyond its specifications.
11. Do not remove or alter any safety protection part of the machine, such as saw blade
protection cover, operator safety cover, emergency power switch etc.
12. The operator must wear eye protective goggle while operating the machine.

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2-2 Danger Zones-Workplace-Free Space Around The System
Figure 2-1 shows the machine layout indicating the danger zones, the operator’s
workplace and the necessary free space around the system to ensure regular activities
related to the machine.
A free space of at least one meter around the entire perimeter of the machine is required
to ensure safe operation.
Figure 2-1 Danger zones-Workplace-Free space around the machine
2-3 Safety Plates
The customer shall replace safety plates which may become illegible due to wear in time.
Never remove safety plates from the machine.
SOCO cannot be held liable for machine safety if this safety precaution is not respected.

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2-4 Safety Devices
2-4-1 Emergency stop buttons
1. Red emergency stop mushroom buttons are arranged on the machine.
2. Press one of the mushroom buttons to stop the machine in an emergency. The
buttons operate a safety circuit and block all movements.
3. Carry out the following procedure every 200 hours to test correct operation of the
emergency stop circuit:
a. Start the machine.
b. Press an emergency stop button.
c. Reset the emergency stop button.
Repeat this procedure for all emergency stop buttons. You will not be able to restart the
machine if the emergency circuit fails.
Figure 2-2 Danger zones-Workplace-Free space around the machine
Emergency Stop

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2-5 Personal Protective Equipment
Operators and maintenance personnel carrying out various operations on the machine
must use personal protection equipment, such as goggles, safety boots and gloves to
reduce the possibility of danger.
The clothing of machine operators and maintenance personnel must comply with the
essential safety requirements specified in community Directives 89/656/EEC,
89/686/EEC and laws in force in the country where the machine is installed.
When the machine is in operation in an unprotected area, do not wear accessories or
jewellery, including bracelets, watches, rings or necklaces to avoid mechanical risks, such
as dragging, entrapment or other.
Wear safety boots and protective gloves during all working phases, such as changing the
tools, filling the tubes, operating the blade seats, setting the machine, and when the
machine is in operation.
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3 Machine Specifications
Please consult appendices 9-2.

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4 Installation
Please read the instruction carefully before installation.
If having any question please contact your dealer for prompt service.
4-1 Unpacking and Inspection
1. Check if there is any damage on the wooden case or the plastic bag that used to pack
the machine. Should any damage be found on the machine, please claim for the
damage against the delivery or insurance company.
2. Check the machine and accessories against the packing list. Should any shortage,
please contact your dealer.
4-2 Handling, Lifting, Transporting and Unloading Procedure
4-2-1 Preliminary operations
Follow the preliminary lifting activities listed below before handling the machine:
1. Suitably lock all parts.
2. Remove all tools from the unit, where relevant.
3. Arrange the units so that they are balanced.
4. Fasten the keys of the power enclosure, the machine control panel with suitable
adhesive tape.