Team SILK AX14-60 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AX14-60 FLANGE
FACING MACHINE
Revision D
TEAM
Shap Road
Kendal
Cumbria
LA9 6RU
United Kingdom
Tel: [phone]

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THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This Instruction Manual describes how to safely install, operate and maintain the AX14-60
Flange Facing Machine. It is an essential part of the equipment and it is important that you
take the time to read it thoroughly.
Additional copies are available for purchase from TEAM® or from an authorised agent.
HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK
This document should be read carefully and fully understood before proceeding to install,
use, maintain or service the equipment.
DO NOT USE THE EQUIPMENT UNTIL YOU ARE SURE YOU KNOW HOW IT WORKS
AND WHAT ITS INTENDED FUNCTION IS.
The equipment described in this document is intended to be used by professional personnel
in an industrial environment.
Installation, operation, maintenance and servicing should only be carried out by suitably
qualified and experienced personnel.
The following symbols are used to highlight important areas of this document which relate to
potential hazards and residual risks:
Important statements regarding the use, handling or operation
of the equipment.
Warnings to prevent injury to operator and or local personnel.
Cautions to prevent misuse and damage to the equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
TEAM® has made every effort to ensure that the information given in this document is as
accurate and as up-to-date as possible at the time of publication.
TEAM® will not be held responsible for any accident or equipment failure that may occur due
to misuse, unauthorised modification, inadequate maintenance, use of non-genuine parts or
use by unsuitable personnel.
TEAM® reserves the right to update, correct or otherwise change any information relating to
this equipment, at any time and without obligation.

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TEAM® also reserves the right not to provide updated, corrected or amended versions of this
publication.
The specification and design of the AX14-60
Flange Facing Machine (including the copyright, design right or other intellectual property in
them) shall, at all times, remain the property of TEAM®. Where any designs or specifications
have been supplied by the client for manufacture by TEAM® or to the order of the client then
the client warrants that the use of those designs or specifications for the manufacture,
processing, assembly or supply of the AX14-60 Flange Facing Machine shall not infringe the
rights of any third party.
WARRANTY, SPARES AND AFTER SALES SERVICE
Subject to the provisions of any bespoke terms and conditions of sale, this AX14-60 Flange
Facing Machine is guaranteed for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase against
faulty materials and/or workmanship. During this period it will be repaired or have parts
replaced free of charge provided that:
1 it is returned immediately to TEAM® with evidence of the purchase date;
2 it has been purchased by the user and has not been used for hire purposes;
3 it has not been misused or handled carelessly and has been stored and maintained in
accordance with any instructions provided by TEAM®;
4 repairs have not been attempted other than by a member of TEAM® service team or by a
service provider duly authorised by TEAM® to carry out such repairs; and
5 the cost of such repair or replacement does not exceed the original purchase value.
A full spare parts service is available from TEAM® or from an authorised agent. Additionally,
TEAM®can supply a recommended spare parts kit suitable for a specified period of normal
service life.
Also offered is a Factory Service, in which the equipment can be returned to TEAM® for
inspection. A quotation may then be given for the overhaul, repair or replacement of the
equipment.
TEAM® warrants that the AX14-60 Flange Facing Machine supplied will at the time of
delivery correspond to the description given by TEAM®. All other warranties, conditions or
terms relating to fitness for purpose, quality or condition of the AX14-60 Flange Facing
Machine, whether express or implied by statute or common law or otherwise are excluded to
the fullest extent permitted by law.

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CONTENTS
SECTION 1 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION...........................................................................7
1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................7
1.2 Equipment description.....................................................................................7
1.2.1 Drive hub assembly...............................................................................7
1.2.2 Surfacing arm assembly and toolpost.................................................10
1.2.3 Mounting base assemblies..................................................................11
1.2.4 Optional accessories...........................................................................13
SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................14
SECTION 3 SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................................................................17
3.1 Warnings and cautions..................................................................................17
SECTION 4 CONTROLS AND BASIC OPERATION .......................................................20
4.1 Location and function of the controls.............................................................20
4.1.1 Machine controls.................................................................................20
4.1.2 Filter/lubricator pack controls..............................................................22
4.2 Basic operation of the equipment..................................................................23
4.3 Lifting and slinging arrangements .................................................................23
SECTION 5 SITE OPERATION.........................................................................................24
5.1 Warnings and cautions..................................................................................24
5.2 Setting up the equipment ..............................................................................25
5.2.1 Unpacking the machine.......................................................................25
5.2.2 Mounting base installation...................................................................27
5.2.3 Centralising the base within the bore..................................................29
5.2.4 Levelling the base within the bore.......................................................30
5.2.5 Machine installation.............................................................................30
5.2.6 Fitting the surfacing arm......................................................................32
5.2.7 Balancing the machine (vertical use)..................................................34
5.2.8 Setting up the tool ...............................................................................36
5.3 Using the equipment......................................................................................38
5.3.1Connection to Air Supply.....................................................................38
5.3.2 Starting the machine - Facing and Grooving ......................................39
5.4 Removing the equipment ..............................................................................40
5.5 Storing the equipment ...................................................................................40
SECTION 6 FAULT DIAGNOSIS......................................................................................41
6.1 Introduction....................................................................................................41
6.2 Fault diagnosis chart .....................................................................................41
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................43
7.1 Introduction....................................................................................................43
7.2 Periodic maintenance....................................................................................43
7.3 Recommended lubricants..............................................................................44
7.4Removal and refit procedures.......................................................................45
7.4.1 Drive motor removal............................................................................45
7.4.2 Surfacing arm removal........................................................................45
7.4.3 Removal of gearbox............................................................................46
7.4.4 Replacement of shear pins .................................................................46
7.4.5 Toolpost...............................................................................................48

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7.4.6 Gearbox protection device in case of Toolpost overrun .....................49
SECTION 8 PARTS LISTS................................................................................................50
8.1 Main drive assembly......................................................................................53
8.2 Surfacing arm assembly................................................................................56
8.3 Gearbox assembly.........................................................................................58
8.4 Base assembly..............................................................................................62
8.5 Toolpost assembly.........................................................................................64
8.6 Base centraliser.............................................................................................66
8.7 Counter balance............................................................................................68
APPENDIX A Cutting tools as applied to portable machines.........................................69
APPENDIX B Surface metrology .......................................................................................72
APPENDIX C V-Groove measurement ..............................................................................75
APPENDIX D Air motor manufacturers information........................................................77
APPENDIX E Fall-Stop Kit..................................................................................................83
1. Technical description .....................................................................................83
2. Specifications.................................................................................................84
3. Safety information..........................................................................................84
4. Installation of the equipment..........................................................................85
5. Using the Fall-Stop Kit ...................................................................................87
6. Fault diagnosis...............................................................................................87
7. Maintenance instructions ...............................................................................88
APPENDIX F Bearing Lubrication RU40035UU................................................................89
APPENDIX G Declaration of Conformity................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
APPENDIX H Amendment to Declaration of Conformity .....Error! Bookmark not defined.

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Fig. 1 AX14-60 Flange Facing Machine –main assembly

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Fig. 2 AX14-60 Flange Facing Machine –exploded view
Surfacing arm assembly
and toolpost
Mounting base
assembly
Drive hub
assembly

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SECTION 1 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The TEAM® AX14-60 Flange Facing Machine is constructed from the highest quality
materials and great care has been taken in its design and manufacture. Its design will give
every satisfaction provided that it is properly installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the information contained within this manual.
Take care of this manual; it is an essential source of information.
1.2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
The AX14-60 Flange Facing Machine is designed to machine full face, raised face and
grooved flanges from 356mm to 1524mm (14" to 60") in diameter at any location having a
minimum pneumatic air supply of 2.9.m3/m at 6.0 bar (102 cfm, 87 psi).
The machine can achieve a variety of surface finishes from 6.3μm RA to 1.6μm RA when
turning and 1.6μm RA to 0.8μm RA when polishing. The machine can also produce a
'gramophone' finish, 'O' ring grooves, and 'V' grooves.
The machine consists of 3 main assemblies:
1. Drive hub assembly
2. Surfacing arm assembly and toolpost
3. Mounting base assembly
1.2.1 Drive hub assembly
The main drive assembly consists of 3 sub-assemblies:
1. Drive hub
2. Base plate assembly
3. Feed gearbox

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1. Drive hub
The drive hub is the rotating part of the machine providing a rigid support for the
gearbox, motor and surfacing arm assembly.
The drive hub is driven by a 3kW (4.02hp) pneumatic motor which is an integral
part of the assembly. Exhaust from the motor is vented downwards through slots
that are machined within the drive hub. These slots are concurrent to mating slots
in the base assemblies to enable sufficient venting
The drive from the motor is passed through two intermediate gears to a drive gear
on the main bearing under the turntable. Air for the motor is fed from the central
coupling.
Fig. 3 Drive hub assembly
Air motor
View from
underneat
h
Turntable
Base plate

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2. Base plate
The base plate is the non-rotating part of the drive hub. The base plate is fixed to
the mounting base assembly for most normal machining operations.
3. Feed gearbox
The feed gearbox is mounted on the drive hub and provides a variety of cutting
feeds for different machine applications. Drive from the feed gearbox to the
toolpost is via the surfacing arm leadscrew.
Fig. 4 Feed gearbox mounted onto drive hub
Drive input to the feed gearbox is transmitted via the mast transfer gear. The feed
gearbox provides four different tool feed rates, selected via the Cutting feed rate
push/pull selector. Traverse direction is selected via the Traverse direction
push/pull selector, which selects traverse IN, traverse OUT and neutral N position.
The neutral (N) position can be used for manually positioning of the toolpost. An
additional neutral (N) position is also available by pushing the cutting feed rate
selector fully inwards, past the No.4 feed position. This enables the operator to
easily disengage the drive from any feed.
Feed
gearbox

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Fig. 5 Feed gearbox selectors
1.2.2 Surfacing arm assembly and toolpost
The surfacing arm assembly is mounted on the drive hub assembly and provides a
rigid support to which the toolpost is secured. The arm can be positioned at any
diameter within the recommended facing range
Toolpost feed in and out is provided by a lead screw which is driven by the gearbox
output gear. The Surfacing arm assembly can achieve cuts to a maximum depth of
1mm (0.040”) when machining flanges without bolt holes and 0.5mm (0.020”) when
machining flanges with bolt holes.
Alternative tools can be fitted to the tool post depending on the finish and cut
required. For further information on cutting tools and surface finish refer to
Appendices A and B.
Traverse
direction
selector
Cutting feed
rate selector

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Fig. 6 Surfacing arm assembly and toolpost
1.2.3 Mounting base assemblies
Two separate mounting base assemblies are provided to enable the machine to be
installed in the centre of any flange from 356mm (14") to 1143mm (45") in
diameter. The table below gives the range of flange sizes for each base assembly.
The mounting base assemblies consist of two octagonal bodies with eight threaded
inserts in which adjustable ram assemblies are inserted. Each ram assembly
consists of a series of threaded extensions and jaw blocks. These can be
assembled in any combination to suit the dimensions required. There are two types
of jaw blocks, four blocks have adjustable heads for setting the machine in position
and four have non-adjustable heads for extra stability when the machine is finally
set within the bore. Thrust washers are fitted between the ram bolts and the jaws
when assembled.
BASE ASSEMBLY FLANGE SIZE RANGE
BASE ASSEMBLY
FLANGE RANGE
356mm (14")
356mm (14") - 635mm (25")
508mm (20")
622mm (24.5") - 1143mm (45")
Toolpost
Tool holder
Leadscrew
Pickup gear
(PTO)

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Fig. 7a 14” mounting base assembly
Fig. 7b 20” mounting base assembly
Setting strap
plate
Threaded
extension
Adjustable jaw
block assembly
Ram bolt
Minimum
extension
Maximum
extension
Setting strap
plate
Threaded
extension
Ram bolt
Minimum
extension
Maximum
extension
Non-adjustable
head jaw
assembly
Adjustable jaw
block assembly
Non-adjustable
head jaw
assembly

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1.2.4 Optional accessories
The following optional accessories are available upon request:
V-Groove toolpost and plunge tools
V-Groove measuring kit
Lens polishing kit
Vernier measuring kit
Ball trammel measuring kit
Tube sheet machining kit
Fall-stop kit

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SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS
Fig. 8 Principal dimensions
PRINCIPAL DIMENSIONS:
Overall machine height
443 mm
17.44"
Mounting base thickness
63.5 mm
2.5”
Minimum rotational diameter
830 mm
32.7”
Maximum rotational diameter
1524 mm
60.0”
Depth of flange required to set the base using standard
parts
135 mm
5.3”
WEIGHTS:
Machine weight
110 kg
242 lbs
Mounting base weight (14” diameter)
10 kg
22 lbs
Mounting base weight (20” diameter)
28 kg
62 lbs
Overall
machine
height
above
flange
face
280 mm
(11”)
Minimum
rotational
diameter
830 mm
(32.7”)
Maximum
rotational
diameter
1524 mm
(60.0”)

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TRANSPORTATION DIMENSIONS:
Net weight (without transport case)
90 kg
198 lbs
Gross weight (including transport case)
275 kg
606 lbs
Length
1220 mm
48"
Height
830 mm
32.7"
Width
670 mm
26.4"
OPERATIONAL DIMENSIONS:
Facing range:
Minimum rotational diameter (without cranked tooling)
381 mm
15.0”
Minimum rotational diameter (with cranked tooling –not
supplied)
356 mm
14.0 "
Toolpost travel
40 mm
1.6"
Base gripping range:
Minimum recommended bore
355.6 mm
14"
Maximum recommended bore
1143 mm
45.0"
Gearbox feed rate (per revolution):
Position 1
0.18 mm
0.007"
Position 2
0.25 mm
0.010"
Position 3
0.46 mm
0.018"
Position 4
0.84 mm
0.033"
Position ‘N’
neutral

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NOISE EMISSION:
Emission sound pressure level
92 dB(A)
Instantaneous sound pressure level
< 130 dB
Sound power level
101 dB(A)
MOTOR INFORMATION:
Type: MODEC
MT30LT0095BCL2F
Maximum power output at 95 rpm
3 kW
4 hp
Maximum speed free running
168 rpm
Minimum recommended air supply
2.9 m3/min
102 cfm
6.0 bar
87 psi
Air inlet thread
3/4" BSP

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SECTION 3 SAFETY INFORMATION
3.1 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
GENERAL:
ALL SAFETY PROCEDURES MUST BE OBSERVED AND STRICTLY
ADHERED TO WHEN INSTALLING, USING, MAINTAINING AND
SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT.
ONLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL,
USE, MAINTAIN AND SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.
ENSURE AN EMERGENCY STOP IS ALWAYS WITHIN REACH OF THE
OPERATOR.
INTENDED USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT:
THIS EQUIPMENT IS FOR USE BY PROFESSIONAL, TRAINED
PERSONNEL WORKING IN AN INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENT.
THIS EQUIPMENT IS INTENDED FOR USE ON METALS AND
ANALOGOUS SUBSTANCES.
THIS EQUIPMENT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE ON WOOD, PLASTIC OR
SIMILAR ANALOGOUS SUBSTANCES.
USE OUTDOORS:
THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD NOT BE USED DURING SEVERE WEATHER
CONDITIONS.
PERSONNEL SHOULD NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT IN WEATHER
CONDITIONS WHICH MAY GIVE RISE TO THE FOLLOWING:
- INADEQUATE VISIBILITY
- THE BUILD-UP OF ICE, SNOW, WATER, SAND OR DUST ON
PLATFORMS, LADDERS, CONTROLS, VISUAL INDICATORS,
MOVING PARTS, ETC.
-RISK OF INJURY DUE TO STRONG OR GUSTING WINDS
THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE SUITABLY PROTECTED FROM ALL
SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS.

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
THE USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT IS
RECOMMENDED WHEN WORKING WITH THIS EQUIPMENT.
SUGGESTIONS INCLUDE SAFETY HAT, GAUNTLET GLOVES, SAFETY
GOGGLES, SAFETY SHOES, AND FLAME RETARDANT COVERALLS.
BREATHING APPARATUS MAY BE NECESSARY WHEN A TOXIC
ATMOSPHERE EXISTS.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MAY BE REQUIRED AS PER THE
PLANT OPERATOR’S REQUIREMENTS.
PERSONNEL WORKING ABOVE GROUND LEVEL MUST ALSO WEAR A
SAFETY HARNESS CONNECTED TO A SUITABLE ANCHOR POINT OR
FALL ARRESTOR.
LIFTING:
ENSURE LIFTING IS CARRIED OUT IN A SAFE AND PROPER MANNER,
IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE HEALTH AND SAFETY
REGULATIONS.
ALWAYS KNOW THE WEIGHT OF THE EQUIPMENT AND THE
COMPONENT PARTS. REFER TO THE SPECIFICATION PAGE IN THIS
MANUAL OR THE MARKING PLATE ON THE EQUIPMENT.
THE USE OF MECHANICAL LIFTING DEVICES MAY BE A MANDATORY
REQUIREMENT FOR LIFTING THIS EQUIPMENT.
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL:
THIS EQUIPMENT IS INTENDED TO BE PORTABLE AND MAY BE USED
IN A VARIETY OF LOCATIONS AND ORIENTATIONS. ALWAYS ENSURE
THAT THIS EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED AND RESTRAINED
DURING THE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL PROCESS.
IF THE INSTALLATION, REMOVAL OR MACHING ACTIVITY IS TAKING
PLACE OVER AN OPEN HOLE, A FLANGE BORE FOR EXAMPLE, AND
THERE IS A RISK OF THE EQUIPMENT FALLING INTO THE OPENING.
THE MACHINE MUST BE FITTED WITH THE FALL-STOP ACCESORY
KIT, SUPPLIED TO PREVENT INJURY OR DAMAGE - SEE APPENDIX ‘E’
FOR DETAILS.

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PNEUMATICS:
ENSURE THE CORRECT HOSES, VALVES AND FITTINGS ARE USED.
DO NOT PRESSURISE THIS EQUIPMENT IF ANY OF THE HOSES,
VALVES OR FITTINGS ARE LEAKING OR DAMAGED.
DO NOT PRESSURISE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL YOU ARE SURE THE
EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN CORRECTLY INSTALLED AND THE CONTROL
VALVES ARE CLOSED.
DO NOT USE AIR MOTORS WITH DEFECTIVE SILENCERS. THIS MAY
CAUSE UNNECESSARY NOISE AND IMPAIR THE PERFORMANCE OF
THE EQUIPMENT.
NEVER PLACE ANY BODY PARTS ADJACENT TO AN AIR EXHAUST.
COMPRESSED AIR FORCED INTO THE SKIN IS DANGEROUS AND MAY
RESULT IN A SERIOUS SKIN DISORDER.
ENSURE THE PNEUMATIC SYSTEM IS ISOLATED AND DE-
PRESSURISED BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT.
ENSURE THE PNEUMATIC SYSTEM IS ISOLATED AND DE-
PRESSURISED BEFORE DISCONNECTING ANY HOSES.
DO NOT ALLOW THE LUBRICATOR TO SUPPLY EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS
OF OIL TO THE PNEUMATIC SYSTEM. 8 DROPS PER MINUTE AT FULL
MOTOR SPEED IS RECOMMENDED.
NEVER LEAVE THE PNEUMATIC SYSTEM PRESSURISED WHILE
UNATTENDED.