Vallorbe V|OAK User manual

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Automatic
saw chain sharpener
User
Manual

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ENGLISH VERSION - TRANSLATED VERSION
Read this manual in full before connecting the power supply.
Damage not covered by the warranty may result from not following the
instructions and maintenance in this manual.
Caution
The automatic sharpening system may cause physical injury if the safety
measures presented in this document are not complied with.
You can update the automatic sharpener by downloading the latest
version of the firmware on our website www.vallorbe.com.
You can see our tutorials videos on our website www.vallorbe.com.
The latest version of the current document may be downloaded on our website
www.vallorbe.com.

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Table of contents
1 Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
1.1 Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Version management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.3 Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.4 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 General points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Regulatory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4 Identification plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.5 Scrapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.6 Aim of the documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.7 Technical assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1 General principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2 Notation conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.3 Important notice for users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.4 Required equipment and important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4 Description of machine and its components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1 General data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.2 List of components present in the package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5 Preliminary assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1 Components to fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.2 Assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6 Operating parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1 Associated equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.2 Suitable chains and files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.3 Determining the saw chain pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.4 Top-plate angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.5 Sharpening the depth gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.6 Chain pusher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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7 Starting up and operating the V|OAK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
7.1 Fitting and setting the machine components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.2 Initialising the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.3 Sharpening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7.4 User intervention during sharpening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
7.5 Changing pressure and number of file stroke during sharpening . . 51
7.6 "Home" menu - After sharpening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
8 Technical problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
8.1 List of error messages displayed by the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
8.2 Advanced parameters - operating test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
9 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
9.1 Round and flat files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
9.2 File guides kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
9.3 Spare part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
9.4 Maintenance actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
10 Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
11 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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1 IDENTIFICATION
1.1 Document
Type: User Manual
Language: English / EN
1.2 Version management
1.3 Manufacturer
Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA
Rue du Moutier 49
CH-1337 Vallorbe
Switzerland
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[email protected]
www.vallorbe.com
1.4 Copyright
Reproduction of this document, in part or in full, is prohibited. No section may be
reproduced in any form, or processed, copied or distributed by electronic media, in
particular photocopies, magnetic media or other recording methods, without the
prior written consent of Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA.
All rights, particularly rights of reproduction, distribution and translation, as well as
rights relating to patents and other registrations, are reserved.
© Copyright Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA, 2019
Revision Date Author Description
Version 03 06.2019 TP Automatic sharpener user guide

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2 GENERAL POINTS
2.1 General information
The contents of this document are based on the information available at the time of
publication.
Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA pursuea policy of continuous development.
Consequently, we reserve the right to modify or improve without notice any product
featured in this manual. Moreover, Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA disclaims
any liability for any errors in this document.
The original version of the document was written in French.
The information contained within this document is the property of Usines
Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA. It has been compiled solely for internal use by the
end customer, to the exclusion of any other usage; copying this information or
sending it to a third party is prohibited.
2.2 Operating environment
This machine is designed to be used mainly indoors.
The environmental conditions of the machine (whether operating
indoors or outdoors) must be controlled, to avoid damaging the
device:
- No rain
- Temperature of between -10°C and 50°C
- Humidity level less than 90%, without condensation
The V|OAK device can be connected to a portable power source such
as a 12VDC to 24VDC battery.

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2.3 Regulatory information
The device complies with the directives listed below:
2.4 Identification plate
Identification plate for the V|OAK: automatic sharpener
Usines Métallurgiques
de Vallorbe SA
1337 Vallorbe
Switzerland
P/N: VOA-A1
Voltage 10V DC - 30V DC
Power 40W
Made in Switzerland
Manufactured in 2019
Directive/Standard Description
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
2006/42/EG Machinery Directive (MD)
EN 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility standard (EMC) -
Electromagnetic immunity standard
EN 61000-6-4:2007 + A1:2011 Electromagnetic compatibility standard (EMC) -
Electromagnetic emissions standard
EN 60204-1:2006 + A1:2009 Electrical equipment of machines

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2.5 Scrapping
2.5.1 Information on recycling
Only technical personnel is authorized to dismantle the machine for
scrapping.
This symbol indicates that waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) must
not be disposed of with regular waste.
The machine must be scrapped in accordance with directive 2012/19/EU or the
environmental standards in force in the country of installation.
The materials comprising the machine must be separated and recycled in a waste
recycling centre compliant with the legislation in force in the country of installation.
This will help to reduce the environmental footprint and the health & safety impact,
while helping to promote recycling.
Contact your local recycling centre for more information.
2.6 Aim of the documentation
The documentation provides information required for the appropriate use of the
machine. It informs the user so that the operation or maintenance procedures can
be performed effectively.
For safety and environmental protection reasons, it is vital to follow the safety
instructions contained in the documentation.

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2.7 Technical assistance
2.7.1 Procedure
For any technical service request:
2.7.2 Packaging
Keep the V|OAK package, in case the product needs to be returned.
2.7.3 Address
Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA
Rue du Moutier 49
CH-1337 Vallorbe
Switzerland
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
[email protected]
www.vallorbe.com
No. Action
(A) Get the information from the V|OAK device.
(B) Clearly identify the fault detected.
(C) Refer to the technical problems part beforehand, and follow the instructions.
(D) If the problem persists, contact Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA.

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3SAFETY
3.1 General principles
Information
Usines Métallurgiques de Vallorbe SA disclaim all responsibility in the
event that these instructions are not observed.
Mandatory
The user must have read and understood this document before any
intervention on the machine. The manufacturer is not responsible from
misuse or use by untrained operators.
Caution
Do not modify this equipment or remove the traceability labels.
Modifications may increase risks to the user.
Caution
This product was designed mainly for indoor use.
Caution
Do not use this equipment if it is damaged.
3.1.1 Importance of safety requirements
All the safety and protection instructions in this manual must be observed to prevent
reversible or irreversible personal injury, material damage or pollution of the
environment. Furthermore, the legal regulations, the accident prevention and
environmental protection measures, and the recognized technical regulations for
appropriate and safe working procedures that are in force in the country and place
of use of the machine must be observed.
3.1.2 Non-compliance with safety regulations
Any non-compliance with the safety and protection regulations, or the legal and
technical regulations in force, may lead to reversible or irreversible personal injury,
material damage or pollution of the environment.

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3.2 Notation conventions
Warning and danger pictograms are used in this document and on the machine.
They communicate the safety instructions and safety-related information.
3.2.1 General pictograms
Prohibition
Mandatory restriction.
Danger
Warns against serious personal injury or death.
Warning
Warns against serious personal injury and damage to health.
Caution
Warns against minor personal injury or significant material damage to
the machine or the environment.
Mandatory
Directive or measure that must be applied.
Information
Informative comment.
Advice
Suggestion or recommendation.

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3.2.2 Specific pictograms
Mandatory
Protective gloves must be worn.
Danger
Risk of cuts to fingers or hands.
3.3 Important notice for users
Always wear appropriate protect gloves to protect hands from sharp
edges.
When the machine is in operation, it is strictly prohibited to bring your
hands near the moving part: they could be caught by the rack, resulting
in injury.
Sharpening a chainsaw chain may cause dust release. The user must
take the appropriate measures to prevent inhalation and ingestion of
dust, which could be harmful to their health.
Proper use of this equipment does not generate significant or harmful
noise emissions.

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3.4 Required equipment and important notes
3.4.1 12 VDC power converter included
Use only the power converter provided.
The power converter included may be connected to a correctly earthed
single-phase alternating power source, with voltage 110VAC or
240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz.
Using the equipment with a non-earthed system could expose it to
electrical damage.
3.4.2 Saw chain type
It is prohibited to use a saw chain that the machine cannot sharpen. You
will find the authorised chain types in the "Operating parameters"
chapter.
Non-compliance with this rule could damage the machine and injure the
user.
3.4.3 Sturdy surface with suitable coating
Use an industrial workbench or an appropriate solid unit to support this
equipment, or any additional consumables. Decent lighting provides
clear visibility, and may help prevent accidents and reduce fatigue.
Refer to the "Preliminary assembly" chapter for how to hold the device in
position.

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4 DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE AND ITS COMPO-
NENTS
The V|OAK automatic saw chain sharpener is a device developed for sharpening
saw chains with a pitch ranging from 1/4" (6.35 mm) to 0.404" (10.26 mm).
4.1 General data
Device technical specifications:
Parameters Value
Operating voltage, with adapter 110 / 240 VAC
Operating voltage, with battery.
Use the cigarette lighter connector (2) 10-30 VDC
Operating current 1.5 - 5A
Power consumption when stationary 2 W
Power consumption in operation 40 W
Force applied by the chain feed motor 40 N
Weight 7 kilos

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4.2 List of components present in the package
Each V|OAK unit comprises, in addition to the present user manual:
No. Component Quantity
(1) V|OAK complete control unit 1
(2) Cigarette lighter connector 1
(3) Saw chain tensioner 1
(4) 110-240V power supply and 4 mains fittings (EU, US, UK and AU) 1
(5) File guides kit 1
(6) Flat files (mounted on each holder) 2
(7) T-pack of round files 4
(8) M3 screw 4
(9) M3 nut 4
(10) Fork wrench 1
(11) .404" chain pusher 1
(12) Side safety guards 2
(13) USB-MiniB wire 1
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5 PRELIMINARY ASSEMBLY
5.1 Components to fit
3
4
2
1
No. Content
(1) V|OAK automatic sharpener
(2) Seal clamp (not supplied)
(3) Side safety guards
(4) File guides

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5.2 Assembly instructions
Secure the sharpener, as it could tip over and injure the user. To do so,
follow the instructions below:
5.2.1 (B) - Stabilising the sharpener
Secure the sharpener using a seal clamp or screws (max. diameter 8 mm)
No. Description
(A) Place your V|OAK unit upright on a horizontal work surface.
(B) Secure the sharpener via a seal clamp, or by screwing the device onto a table
via the holes provided for this purpose.
(C) Fit the side safety guards.
(D) Select and install the correct wall plug according to your geographic area (power
supply includes international plugs).
(E) Connect the power supply to the male port leading out of the sharpener.
(F) Assemble the file guides before fitting them in the sharpener.
The diameter of the round file is chosen according to the chain pitch used. See
the decision-making table in the "Operating parameters" chapter.

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5.2.2 (C) - Side safety guards
Fit the side safety guards (2). Use the screws (1) and (3) present the plastic pouch
supplied with the package. Use a T25 torx screwdriver, along with the fork wrench
provided.
1
2
3
Take care with the fitting direction of the side safety guards - they are not
identical. The right-hand side is fitted as presented below: