Wachs SDB 412 User manual

SDB 412 and FF 424
User’s Manual
Copyright © 2013 E.H. Wachs. All rights reserved.
This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part
without the written consent of E.H. Wachs.
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E.H. Wachs Part No. 66-MAN-01
Rev. A, March 2013

Chapter 1, About This Manual
E.H. Wachs Part No. 66-MAN-01, Rev. A 1
About This Manual
PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual explains how to operate and maintain the
SDB-412 small diameter beveler (SDB) and FF 424 flange
facer. It includes instructions for set-up, operation, and
maintenance. It also contains parts lists, diagrams, and ser-
vice information to help you order replacement parts and
perform user-serviceable repairs.
Before operating the machine, read through this manual and
become familiar with all instructions.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL
Throughoutthismanual,refer
to this column for warnings,
cautions, and notices with
supplementary information.
This manual is organized to help you quickly find the infor-
mation you need. Each chapter describes a specific topic on
using or maintaining your equipment.
Each page is designed with two columns. Thislarge column
on the inside of the page contains instructions and illustra-
tions. Use these instructions to operate and maintain the
equipment.
The narrower column on the outside contains additional
information such as warnings, special notes, and defini-
tions. Refer to it for safety notes and other information.
In This Chapter
PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL
SYMBOLS AND WARNINGS
MANUAL UPDATES AND
REVISION TRACKING

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SYMBOLS AND WARNINGS
The following symbols are used throughout this manual to
indicate special notes and warnings. They appear in the out-
side column of the page, next to the section they refer to.
Make sure you understand what each symbol means, and
follow all instructions for cautions and warnings.
A WARNING alert with the
safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situa-
tion that could result in seri-
ous injury or death.
A CAUTION alert with the
safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situa-
tion that could result in
minor or moderate injury.
A CAUTION alert with the
damage alert symbol indi-
cates a situation that will
result in damage to the
equipment.
An IMPORTANT alert with
the damage alert symbol indi-
cates a situation that may
result in damage to the
equipment.
WARNING
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION
This is the equipment damage alert
symbol. It is used to alert you to poten-
tial equipment damage situations.
Obey all messages that follow this sym-
bol to avoid damaging the equipment or
workpiece on which it is operating.
IMPORTANT

Chapter 1, About This Manual: Manual Updates and Revision Tracking
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A NOTE provides supple-
mentary information or oper-
ating tips.
MANUAL UPDATES AND REVISION TRACKING
Current versions of E.H.
Wachs manuals are also
available in PDF format. You
can request an electronic
copy of this manual by email-
ing customer service at
[email protected].
Occasionally, we will update manuals with improved opera-
tion or maintenance procedures, or with corrections if nec-
essary. When a manual is revised, we will update the
revision history on the title page.
You may have factory service or upgrades performed on the
equipment. If this service changes any technical data or
operation and maintenance procedures, we will include a
revised manual when we return the equipment to you.
NOTE
NOTE
This symbol indicates a user note. Notes
provide additional information to supple-
ment the instructions, or tips for easier
operation.

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Chapter 2, Safety
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Safety
E.H. Wachs takes great pride in designing and manufactur-
ing safe, high-quality products. We make user safety a top
priority in the design of all our products.
Read this chapter carefully before operating the SDB 412/
FF 424. It contains important safety instructions and rec-
ommendations.
OPERATOR SAFETY
Follow these guidelines for safe operation of the equip-
ment.
Look for this sym-
bol throughout the
manual.Itindicates
a personal injury
hazard.
•READ THE OPERATING MANUAL. Make sure
you understand all setup and operating instructions
before you begin.
•INSPECT MACHINE AND ACCESSORIES.
Before starting the machine, look for loose bolts or
nuts, leaking lubricant, rusted components, and any
other physical conditions that may affect operation.
Properly maintaining the machine can greatly decrease
the chances for injury.
•ALWAYS READ PLACARDS AND LABELS. Make
sure all placards, labels, and stickers are clearly legible
and in good condition. You can purchase replacement
labels from E.H. Wachs.
•KEEP CLEAR OF MOVING PARTS. Keep hands,
arms, and fingers clear of all rotating or moving parts.
In This Chapter
OPERATOR SAFETY
SAFETY LABELS

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Always turn machine off before doing any adjustments
or service.
•SECURE LOOSE CLOTHING AND JEWELRY.
Secure or remove loose-fitting clothing and jewelry, and
securely bind long hair, to prevent them from getting
caught in moving parts of the machine.
•KEEP WORK AREA CLEAR. Keep all clutter and
nonessential materials out of the work area. Only people
directly involved with the work being performed should
have access to the area.
Safety Symbols
This icon is displayed with any safety alert that indicates a
personal injury hazard.
WARNING
This safety alert indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
This safety alert, with the personal injury hazard symbol,
indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Chapter 2, Safety: Operator Safety
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Protective Equipment Requirements
For additional information on eye and face protection, refer
to Federal OSHA regulations, 29 Code of Federal Regula-
tions, Section 1910.133., Eye and Face Protection and
American National Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1, Occu-
pational and Educational Eye and Face Protection. Z87.1 is
available from the American National Standards Institute,
Inc., 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.
Hearing protectors are required in high noise areas, 85 dBA
or greater. The operation of other tools and equipment in the
area, reflective surfaces, process noises, and resonant struc-
tures can increase the noise level in the area. For additional
information on hearing protection, refer to Federal OSHA
regulations, 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Section
1910.95, Occupational Noise Exposure and ANSI S12.6
Hearing Protectors.
1. THIS MACHINE HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH
VIBRATIONAL CONCERNS IN MIND.
2. IF EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS OCCUR, RATE
MAY BE TOO FAST AND/OR NOT ENOUGH. THIS
CAN USUALLY BE CORRECTED BY TAKING
A DEEPER CUT.
3. CHECK THE POWER SUPPLY HOOKUP FOR ANY
LOOSE CONNECTIONS.
4. MAKE SURE THE CUTTING TOOL IS SEATED
PROPERLY AND TIGHTENED AS WELL.
5. BE SURE THAT THE WORKPIECE IS WITHIN
THE MACHINES OPERATIONAL CAPACITY
Always wear impact resistant eye pro-
tection while operating or working near
this equipment.
WARNING
CAUTION
Personal hearing protection is recom-
mended when operating or working near
this tool.

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MACHINE NOISE LEVELS:
NOTE: NOISE LEVELS HAVE BEEN MEASURED AT 1 METER
HIGH AND 1.6 METERS AWAY.
CONTINUOUS W-WEIGHTED SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL AT
WORK STATION 62 DB (A)
PEAK “C’-WEIGHTED MAXIMUM SOUND PRESSURE 95 DB
(C)
SOUND POWER LEVEL EMMITED BY MACHINE 89 DB (A)
SAFETY LABELS
The following safety labels are on the SDB 412. If the stick-
ers are damaged or missing, replace them immediately. See
“Ordering Information” at the end of this manual.
Figure 2-1. The Warning sticker is on the SDB 412.
Do not put your hands near the rotating head while
the machine is running. (Part number 66-147-00.)
Figure 2-2. The Caution sticker is on the SDB 412 air
motor. Wear ear and eye protection while operating
the machine. (Part number 90-401-03.)