TRI tool 601SBM User manual

Operation
Manual
92-0092 Rev. 210701
Model 601SBM Low Prole Clamshell

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Table of Contents
Tri Tool Inc Warranty .......................................... 2
Tool Bit Resharpening Policy .................................... 3
About the Manual............................................. 4
Safety Precautions ............................................ 6
General Description ........................................... 8
Specications................................................ 9
Maintenance................................................ 11
Operation .................................................. 19
Cutting Speeds ............................................. 27
Clamping Pad Sets .......................................... 28
Tool Bits ................................................... 29
Tool Blocks................................................. 35
Troubleshooting ............................................. 36
Accessories ................................................ 39
Illustrated Parts Breakdown .................................... 40
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TRI TOOL INC. Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY: All products manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. The period of this warranty shall
be three years from the date of shipment for all products, except for welding and Non-
Standard Products which shall be one year from the date of shipment. The Buyer shall
bear all shipping, packing and insurance costs and all other costs to and from a designated
repair service center. All return goods must be authorized in advance and communicated
upon issuance of a Return Material Authorization (RMA) by Seller. The product will be
returned to the Seller accompanied by a RMA number and associated paperwork, freight
prepaid and billed to the Buyer. This warranty is not transferable and will not apply to tool
bits or other consumables, or to any Goods to have been (i) mishandled, misused, abused
or damaged by Buyer or any third party; (ii) altered without the express permission in writing
by Seller, (iii) repaired by a party other than Seller without Seller’s prior written approval;
or (iv) improperly stored, installed, operated, or maintained in a manner inconsistent with
Seller’s instructions. This warranty does not apply to defects attributed to (i) normal wear
and tear or (ii) failure to comply with Seller’s safety warnings.
No warranty for any parts or other supplies provided to seller by buyer, whether or not they
are incorporated into goods. Goods supplied by seller which are designed or manufactured
by a third party are subject strictly to the third party’s warranty for those goods. Seller
makes no warranty and disclaims all statutory or implied warranties for these goods,
including the implied warranties of merchantability, freedom from patent infringement and
tness for a particular purpose.
Neither this warranty nor any other warranty, expressed or implied, including implied
warranties of mechanical ability, tness for a particular use, or merchantability, shall extend
beyond the warranty period. No responsibility is assumed for any incidental or consequential
damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and
some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation of exclusion does not apply to all Buyers. This warranty gives the
Buyer specic legal rights. Other rights vary from state to state.
Warranty Claims and Remedies
Buyer must promptly notify Seller in writing during the applicable warranty period, of
any defective Goods covered by Seller’s warranties under the Limited Warranty section
herein, and no later than fteen (15) calendar days after discovery of the defect. Seller
has no obligation to honor any warranty claim made after the expiration of the warranty
period. However, despite the expiration of the warranty period, Seller, at its reasonable
discretion, may accept warranty claims submitted up to fteen (15) calendar days after
the expiration of the warranty period provided that Buyer provides Seller with credible and
persuasive documentary evidence that the defect was discovered during the warranty
period. No warranty claims submitted after this fteen (15) day calendar period will be
considered by Seller.

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If the defect claimed by Buyer cannot be reproduced or otherwise veried by Seller, the
Goods will be returned to Buyer unmodied at Buyer’s expense.
The warranty period for repaired or replaced Goods shall be (i) ninety (90) days or (ii) the
unexpired portion of the original warranty period. Under no circumstances is Seller liable for
recall, retrieval, removal, dismantling, re-installation, redeployment, or re-commissioning of
any defective Goods or any costs associated therewith.
Tool Bit Resharpening Policy
Buyer’s notice of a defective Goods must identify the specic Goods affected, and the
nature of the defect. It is required when returning the defective Goods, that it is suitably
packed, fully insured, and transportation and insurance prepaid in accordance with
instructions issued by Seller. Seller, at its sole option, will either repair or replace any
Goods authorized for return to Seller. Such repair, replacement, or credit shall be Buyer’s
sole remedy for defective Goods. Buyer must promptly provide Seller with all information
requested regarding the identied defect.
Buyer is required to check all tool bits prior to returning and ensure they are packaged well
for shipment. The price structure is available from the Seller’s sales coordinator. Seller
cannot resharpen badly gouged, chipped, or broken tool bits. Seller will return tool bits that
are not suitable for resharpening with the tool bits that were resharpened upon Buyer’s
request. Buyer is responsible for all shipping charges to and from Seller.

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1. ABOUT THE MANUAL
Copyright
©Copyright Tri Tool Inc. Proprietary property of Tri Tool Inc. No reproduction, use, or
duplication of the information shown hereon is permitted without the express written consent
of Tri Tool Inc.
Disclaimer
The instructions and descriptions in this manual were accurate when the manual was
written. However, the information in the manual is subject to change without notice. Check
for updated information before you start any job. The Tri Tool Inc. web site has the most
current information.
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understood the
instructions in this Manual. Failure to follow the instructions or follow the safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death. This manual describes conditions and hazards
that are common and anticipated during equipment operation. No manual can address all
conditions which may occur.
Safety Symbols
The manual may contain one or more safety symbols. These symbols and the associated
text warn you of potentially hazardous conditions. Examples of the safety symbols and the
associated text follow:
DANGER
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury, or cause property damage.

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GLASSES
SAFETY GLASSES: Indicates a hazardous situation that requires the use
of safety glasses.
HOT SURFACE
HOT SURFACE: Indicates a hazardous situation that hot
surfaces may be present.
SHOCK HAZARD
ARC FLASH & SHOCK HAZARD: High voltage. Entry by authorized
personnel only. Appropriate PPE and tools required when working on this
equipment.
GLOVES
GLOVES: Indicates a hazardous situation that requires glasses.

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2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
In General
Use standard safety equipment such as: hard hats, safety shoes, safety harnesses,
protective clothes, and other safety devices when appropriate.
Operate this tool only in accordance with specic operating instructions.
WARNING
WARNING: Do not override the dead-man switch on the power unit. Locking down,
obstructing, or in any way defeating the dead-man switch on the power drive unit may
result in serious injury.
Personal Protective Equipment
Use standard safety equipment such as: hard hats, safety shoes, safety harnesses,
protective clothes, and other safety devices when appropriate.
Wear safety glasses.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Wear nonskid footwear.
Put long hair in a cap or a net to make sure hair does not get tangled in equipment.
Personnel
Only personnel who are trained or are being trained may operate the equipment.
Keep the operation manual available where the equipment is used.
The operator must read the operation manual before using the equipment.
The equipment must be operated in accordance with the manual information.
The operator must follow the safety precautions in this manual and good engineering
practices to reduce the risk of injury.
Before using the equipment, the operator must ensure that all safety messages on the
equipment are legible.
Work Area
Keep the work area clean.
Keep the area well lit.
Keep items such as electrical cords, cables, rags, rigging straps, away from rotating
equipment.

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Do not use power-cutting tools in the presence of ammable liquids and gases.
Do not let visitors or untrained personnel near tools that are in use.
Ensure all observers wear eye protection.
Keep proper footing at all times.
Area Equipment
Secure the pipe with clamps, vises, chains or straps.
Ensure that both sides of the pipe at the cut site is fully supported so that the pipe will not
move after the cut is completed. Long lengths of pipe may be under load and the separation
of the pipe can release pressure. This pressure can cause both sides of the pipe to move.
Tool Care
Keep tools in good operating condition. Sharp tool bits perform better and are safer than dull
tool bits.
Do not use damaged tools. Always check your tools for damage especially if a tool has
malfunctioned, been dropped or hit, check it for damage.
Before you start operating the equipment, do no-load tests and feed function checks.
Tool Use
Use the right tool and tool bit for the job. Contact Tri Tool to help with your application.
Keep the tool bits fully engaged in the tool bit holders. Loose bits are sharp and can cause
cuts or punctures.
Disconnect power supply during setup and maintenance. Use all ‘Stop’ or Shut off’ features
available when changing or adjusting tool bits, maintaining the tool, or when the tool is not in
use.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before applying power to the equipment. Check the
tool before turning it on to make sure that all keys and wrenches have been removed.
Do not force tools. Tools and tool bits function better and safer when used at the
recommended speeds.
Do not reach into rotating equipment.
Do not reach into the rotating head stock to remove chips, to make adjustments, or to check
the surface nish.
Handle chips with care. Chips have very sharp edges and are hot. Do not try to pull chips
apart with bare hands.
Store tools properly. Disconnect tools from the power source, remove the tool bits, and store
in a safe place.

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3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Model 601SBM Low-Prole Clamshell is a split-frame pipe lathe designed for severing
and beveling in-line pipe with a minimum range of 1/4" through 1" pipe with minimal radial
and axial clearance.
Using Standard Tool Blocks the Model 601SBM may be congured to perform the following
operations:
• Sever in-line pipe.
• Sever and bevel in-line pipe.
• Sever and double bevel in-line pipe.
Design and Operation Features
The easily adjustable precision bearing surfaces pre-load and stabilize the rotating head to
provide long life, low maintenance, stability, and precision.
The Clamshell splits into two halves for mounting on closed loop systems.
All parts are secured to the two halves, thus avoiding the loss of parts and at the same time
providing maximum ease of handling.
The Clamshell is equipped with Adjustable Clamping Pads and Jackscrews for out-of-round
pipe conditions.
Dual Tool Blocks with Auto-feed Sprockets and Adjustable Slides provide maximum
maintainability, life, and operator safety, with a minimum of operator training.
The Auto-feed Sprockets provide .003” (.08 mm) of radial feed per revolution of the
Headstock for a controlled depth of cut.
The drive gears and bearing surfaces are covered for operator safety and are sealed to
provide protection from dust and chips.
The operator’s controls are located away from the rotating Headstock for the operator’s
safety.
A modular design concept provides quick, easy maintenance and maximum versatility in the
drive and tooling options.
A detachable right angle provides maximum handling ease and low axial clearance.
.

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4. SPECIFICATIONS
Model 601SBM with the standard Air Motor.
Weight: 24 lbs. (11 kg)
Power Requirements: 55 cfm at 90 psi (26 L/s at 621 kPa)
with the standard Air Motor.
Figure 1: Envelope, Model 601SBM Clamshell Air Motor
548.3
21.59
234.3
9.22
MAX
HEIGHT
135
5.32
36.8
1.45
ROTATION
50.8
2.00
BASIC
MACHINE
77
3.03
106
4.17
88.9
3.50
NOMINAL
SEVER
LINE

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NOTE: Capacity exceeds the maximum wall thickness for small pipe sizes.
Cutting Capacities on 1/4" Through 1" Pipe
Low Prole Tool
Blocks Standard Tool Blocks
Severing with standard procedures 38" wall (9.7 mm) .63" wall (16.00 mm)
Severing with special procedures N/A 1.00" wall (25.4 mm)
Severing and single beveling .45" wall (11.4 mm) .45" wall (11.4 mm)
Severing and double beveling .24" wall (6.1 mm) .40" wall (10.2 mm)
Clearances
Rotating parts diameter 5.50" (139.7 mm) 5.31" (134.9 mm)
Main Frame diameter 5.31" (134.9 mm) 5.31" (134.9 mm)
Axial clearance required relative to
Center-line of the cut mounting side
2.51" (63.8 mm) 3.50" (88.9 mm)
Side opposite of the frame .63" (16.0 mm) .63" (16.0 mm)
Radial Clearance Over The Pipe
Pipe Size True Diameter Clearance Low
Prole Tool Blocks
Clearance Extended Tool
Blocks
1.00" 1.315" 33.4 mm 2.10" 53.3 mm 2.00" 50.8 mm
.75" 1.050" 26.7 mm 2.22" 56.4 mm 2.13" 54.1 mm
.50" .840" 21.3 mm 2.33" 59.2 mm 2.24" 56.9 mm
.38" .675" 17.1 mm 2.41" 61.2 mm 2.32" 58.9 mm
.25" .540" 13.7 mm 2.48" 63.0 mm 2.39" 60.7 mm
1" 1.315" 33.4 mm N/A N/A 2.78" 70.6 mm

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5. MAINTENANCE
All components should be cleaned and coated with a light lm of oil prior to use. Use a
clean, non-detergent oil, preferable SAE 10 (90 SSU or lighter).
NOTE: The Motor warranty is void if damage occurs from contaminated air or lack of
lubrication.
If the Clamshell is operated in such a manner that the Tool Blocks collect debris while cut-
ting, the Tool Blocks and the Feed Screws should be cleaned after each cutting operation.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Daily maintenance when the unit is in operation
Wipe the unit down and spray with rust preventative under severe humidity conditions.
Visually inspect for loose screws, missing screws, damage, etc.
After every 20 hours of actual operation
Check adjustment of the Main Bearing pre-load.
Drive torque as measured at the Drive Socket should be 5 to 10 ft-lbs. (7 to 14 N-m).
Lubricate the male and female Tool Block Slides and the Feed Screw.
Refer to the Tool Block Maintenance located later in this section.
Figure 2: Clean Up

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After every 40 hours of actual operation
Thoroughly clean and lubricate Main Gear, Drive Gear, male and female Tool Slides,
Feed Screws, and Tripper Block Assy.
Non-scheduled maintenance
Readjust the Main Bearing pre-load if the Clamshell generates excessive heat or if the
Main Bearing becomes loose. Refer to the Adjustment of the Main Bearing pre-load.
Thoroughly clean and check the Tool Blocks in the event of feed problems.
Storage
If the Clamshell is to be stored or if it will remain out of service for a signicant
period (30 days or more), it should be thoroughly cleaned lubricated and sprayed
with a rust preventative prior to storage.
Remove the airline Quick Disconnect and spray it with a lightweight oil.
Squirt oil into the male Quick Disconnect.
Reconnect the airline and turn on the Air Motor for 1 or 2 seconds to disperse oil throughout
the vanes and rotor.
Adjustment of the Main Bearing Pre-Load
Loosen all Bearing Adjustment Lock Screws (A through F).
Loosen all Bearing Adjustment Set Screws about ½ turn. (1 through 8).
Turn in Bearing Adjustment Set Screws (1, 3, 5, and 7) so that they are snugged tightly. This
insures that the Bearing is fully pushed forward. Refer to the Bearing
Adjustment Screw locations.
Lightly turn in the remaining Bearing Adjustment Set Screws in the order shown until all
touch the Bearing.
Relax Bearing Adjustment Set Screws (1,3,5, and 7) and resnug them so that all of the
Bearing Adjustment Set Screws are evenly loaded against the Bearing.
Connect the air supply and apply power to the Clamshell so that it is running at full speed.
Adjust the Set Screws (1 through 8) so that the Clamshell rotation slows slightly.
Listen for a change in the sound of the Air Motor. Refer to the Bearing Adjustment Screw
Locations for the recommended sequence.
Adjust the Set Screws in small increments so that the bearing is loaded evenly.
All of the Set Screws should be snugged to ensure that the bearing is uniformly loaded.
Drive torque as measured at the drive socket should be 5 to 10 ft-lbs. (7 to 14 N-m). The
safe torque range on the Bearing Adjustment Set Screws is 1 to 3 in-lbs. (.1 to.3 N-m).

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Figure 3: Bearing Adjustment Screw Locations
Over-tightening the Bearing Adjustment Set Screws will result in accelerated bearing wear
and lower available power.
Lock the Bearing pre-load by tightening the Bearing Adjustment Lock Screws (A through F).
The safe torque is 8 to 10 ft-lbs. (11 to 14 N-m).
WARNING
Too much torque may crack the Bearing while too little torque may allow the
Bearing pre-load to relax.
Inspection of the Main Gear
If the Headstock does not run smoothly, even after adjustment, inspect the Main Gear to
ensure that no chips, dirt or dust have damaged the gear.
Remove the front Thrust Plates by removing the 6 Hold Down Screws.
Lift the Headstock from the Housing. Refer to the Clamshell Cross Section.
The Main Gear and the Main Bearing may now be inspected.

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Check the Bearing, Housing, and the race on the Gear.
All surfaces should be smooth, without scratches, and they should feature even wear
patterns over the entire surface.
Check the Housing cavity for chips, dirt and/or corrosion.
To reassemble, wipe clean all of the Bearing surfaces and clean the Housing cavity.
Regrease the Gear using a lubricant approved by TRI TOOL Inc. Refer to ‘Lubricant
Recommendations’ located later in this section.
Place the Headstock carefully back into the Housing.
Bolt the Front Thrust Plates back into place.
If the bearing pre-load was properly adjusted before disassembly, then it will still be adjusted
when reassembled.
HEADSTOCK
THRUST
PLATE
HOLD-DOWN
SCREWS
MAIN
GEAR
MAIN
BEARING
HOUSING
RACE
HOUSING
CAVITY
THRUST
PLATE
SEVER
LINE
Figure 4: Clamshell Cross Section

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Drive Gear and Main Gear Lubrication
Remove the Drive Housing.
Inspect both Drive and Main Gears for chips or burrs and clean as required.
Coat the teeth of the Drive Gear and the Main Gear with a grease which is approved by
TRI TOOL Inc. Refer to the Tripper Block Assy. Lubrication and Tripper Shaft adjustment
located later in this section.
Tool Block Maintenance
Clean the Slide Rails, the Feed Nut, the Sprocket Assy. and the Feed Screw.
Inspect these parts for damage and replace as required.
Lubricate and reassemble the Tool Block. Refer to the Tool Block Assembly.
NOTE: Use lubricant on the Feed Screw sparingly or wipe to a lm condition.
Excess lubricant will collect grit and/or chips and tend to cause thread jamming and/or
damage.
Adjust the Adjustable Slide Rail to provide a rm, but not excessive rotational pressure on
the Sprocket.
The Slide Rails must be over-tightened to squeeze the oil into a thin lm against the male
and female surfaces of the Slide Rails.
Reset for proper operation.
NOTE: If the Mounting Bracket has been overstressed, the Slide Rails may appear to
loosen when mounted if they were adjusted off of the Clamshell.
Adjustment when mounted provides the most satisfactory results.

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Figure 5: Tool Block Assembly
Tool Holder Adjustment
Loosen the Hold-down Screws on the Adjustable Slide Rail.
Run the Tool Holder to the most outward position.
Using the Adjustment Set Screws, apply a light force to the side of the Adjustable Slide Rail so
that it is in positive contact with the Tool Holder.
Figure 6: Tool Holder Adjustment

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Adjust only those screws, which bear directly in line with the Tool Holder.
Tighten the Hold down Screws to about 12 to 24 in-lbs. (1.4 to 2.7 N-m). (Finger tight using a
hex key)
Using the Spanner Wrench, run the Tool Holder to the inward most position.
Note any changes in the feed pressure.
Adjust the remaining Adjustment Set Screws so that the Tool Holder has a smooth, even
feel.
Run the Tool Holder the full length of the Slide Rail.
Tightly lock the Adjustable Slide Rail in place with the Hold-down Screws and fully snug the
Adjustment Set Screws.
Check that the Tool Holder runs smoothly and evenly for the full length of travel.
Readjust as necessary.
The Tool Holder should move snugly.
In general, when the Slide Rail is set correctly, the Feed Sprocket cannot be turned by hand
but may be turned easily with the Spanner Wrench.
The torque on the Spanner Wrench should be about 2 to 5 ft-lbs. (3 to 7 N-m).
Air Motor Lubrication
No direct maintenance is normally required on the Air Motor.
However, the air supply must ow through a lter/regulator/lubricator (FRL) unit or separate
units before arriving at the motor.
The FRL unit must be maintained as required (frequency dependent on the basic air supply)
to keep the water trap drained, lter cleaned and the lubrication oil reservoir lled so that a
drop of oil every 2 to 5 seconds is owing.
If the Clamshell is to be left idle for 24 hours or more after being run on ‘wet’ air, squirt oil
directly into the motor inlet and run the motor for 2 to 3 seconds.
This prevents rusting and ‘freezing’ of the rotor vanes.
Tripper Block Assy Lubrication and Tripper Shaft Adjustment
Back off the Ball Plunger Set Screw until it disengages from the Tripper Shaft Assembly.
Remove the Shoulder Bolt, and then remove the Tripper Lever.
Remove the Tripper Shaft Assembly from the block, and then degrease and clean all parts.
Apply fresh lubrication to the Tripper Shaft Assembly and to the Shoulder Bolt.
Reassemble in reverse order.

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TRIPPER
SHAFT
ASSEMBLY
TRIPPER LEVER
SHOULDER BOLT
BALL PLUNGER SET SCREW
Figure 7: Tripper Shaft Installation
Lubricant Recommendations
The Drive Gears require a high string lubrication grease such as “Chevron Utility Grease,
light, high string for gears” (P/N 68-0020).
The Slide Rails and Tool Blocks require a light oil such as SAE 10 light machine oil.
The Feed Screw for the Tool Block and the Tripper Block Assy require a SAE 10 light
machine oil for normal conditions and under dusty conditions a silicone, graphite or
molybdenum disulde ‘dry’ lubricant.
WARNING
WARNING: A light lm of all-purpose grease may be used, but it must
be checked for grit contamination frequently.
The Air Motor requires a Class 2 lubricant, viscosity of 100 to 200 SSU at 100OF (38OC)
minimum aniline point of 200OF (93OC).
Tri Tool Inc.– Air Tool Lubricant (P/N 68-0022)
AMOCO – American Industrial Oil No. 32
Atlantic Richeld – Duro Oil S-150
Chevron – A.W. Machine Oil 32
Exxon – Nuto H32
Shell – Tellus Oil 32
The bearings in the Air Motor are sealed and do not require any lubrication.