TMG TMG-ASP12 User manual

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Main Specif

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION
Item TMG-ASP12
Capacity 12TON
Bed Opening 80mm
Work Range 0~610mm
Stroke Length 150mm
Inside Bed Dimensions L x W 80x415mm
Dimensions L x W x H 530x500x1230mm
Hydraulic Oil ISO VG 15
SAFETY MARKINGS
WARNING!
1. Study, understand, and follow all instructions before operating the device.
2. Do not exceed rated capacity.
3. Prior to use, make sure the press is securely anchored.
4. The press shall be installed and operated in accordance with instructions.
5. Ensure the work area is clean and free of any hazards before operation.
6. Keep hands, arms, feet, and legs out of the work area. Accidental slippage can result in personal injury.
7. Use appropriate guarding to contain any pieces that may break or fly apart when applying force.
8. Use only press accessories having a capacity rating equal to or greater than the capacity of the press.
9. Verify lift cables are slack before pressing on the bolster.
10. Avoid off-center loads.
11. No alterations shall be made to the product.
12. Do not use this press for any use other than the manufacturer specified usage.
13. Failure to heed and understand these instructions and markings may result in personal injury, property damage, or
both.

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SHOP PRESS PARTS LIST (A)

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PARTS LIST
SHOP PRESS PARTS LIST (figure A)
NO
DESCRIPTION
QTY
NO
DESCRIPTION
QTY
1
Bolt M12x25
8
11
spring washer 10
4
2
Washer 12
8
12
nuts M10
4
3
Spring washer 12
8
13
Base support
2
4
Nut M12
8
14
Upper beam part
1
5
Knighthead
2
15
Spring
2
6
Heel block
2
16
Jack
1
7
Bracket part
1
17
Hook
2
8
Support pin
2
18
Bed flat
1
9
Bolt M10x30
4
19
Connecting part
1
10
washer 10
4
20
Nut M6
2
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Use the exploded drawing as your guide to assemble. Lay all parts and assemblies out in front of you before beginning.
The following procedure is recommended:
Attach Base support (13) to left and right posts and Connecting part (19) using Bolt (9), Washer (10), Spring washer
(11) and Nut (12).
Put the press frame in an upright position, attach Upper beam part (14), to left and right Knighthead (5) using Bolt
(1), Washer (2), Lock washer (3) and Nut (4). Hook mounts should face down on Upper beam part.
Put the frame in an upright position, and attach the Upper beam part (14) and attached the spring (15). Then attach
Hook (17). The attach springs to middle bolster. (Middle bolster will then suspend between left and right frame
posts.)
Carefully place 12 ton Hydraulic bottle jack (16) in between the Bed flat (18) and Upper beam part (14). Adjust the
Nut (20) to the proper position once jack has been installed.
Insert lower Support pin (8) into the holes in the posts. The insert the Bracket part (7) into press frame and onto
lower support pin.
Place the Heel block (6) on Bracket part (7).
Tighten all bolts and screws.
BEFORE FIRST USE
IMPORTANT: BEFORE FIRST USE
All numbers in parenthesis () refer to the index number from the parts breakdown.
Perform the following Air Purge Procedure to remove any air that may have been introduced into the hydraulic
system as a result of product shipment and handing. This step is to be completed without and weight on the jack.

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SYSTEM AIR PURGE PROCEDURE
THIS PRODUCT HAS COMPLETED THE AIR PURGE PROCEDURE BEFORE LEAVING THE FACTORY AND CAN BE USED
DIRECTLY
Check all parts and conditions, if there is any part broken, stop using it and contact your supplier immediately.
1. Turn release valve counterclockwise one full turn to the open position.
2. Pump handle 6 to 8 full strokes. Leave handle in down position to expose oil fill plug.

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3. Turn release valve clockwise to the closed position.
4. Pump handle until the ram reaches maximum height and continue to pump several times to remove trapped air in the
ram.

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5. Carefully and slowly pinch oil fill plug to release trapped air.
6. Turn release valve counterclockwise to the open position one full turn and lower ram to the lowest position.
7. Turn release valve (R7) clockwise to the closed position and check for proper pump action. It may be necessary to
perform the above step more than once to assume air is evacuated totally.

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8. Secure the handle in place inside the handle socket. Without any weight on the jack. Cycle the lift up and down several
times to insure the hydraulic system is operating properly. (Perform to the Air Purge Procedure again if neccesary.)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! ENSURE THAT YOU READ, UNDERSTAND AND APPLY THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
BEFORE USE.
Place the heel block on press bed frame, then insert work piece onto the heel block.
Close the release valve by turning it clockwise until it is firmly closed.
Pump the handle until serrated saddle nears work piece.
Align work piece and ram to ensure center-loading.
Pump the handle to apply load onto work piece.
When work is done, stop pumping the handle, slowly and carefully remove load from work piece by turning the
release valve counterclockwise in small increments.
Once ram has fully retracted, remove workplace from bed frame.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the outside of the press with dry, clean and soft cloth and periodically lubricate the joints and all moving parts
with a light oil as needed.
When not in use, store the press in a dry location with ram and piston fully retracted.
When press efficiency drops, purge always air from hydraulic system as described before.
Check the hydraulic oil; remove the oil filler nut on the top of the reservoir, if the oil is not adequate, fill with high
quality hydraulic jack oil until full, then replace the oil filler nut, purge away air from the hydraulic system.