Wesco 272301 Service manual

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Description
The Wesco Non-Sparking Drum Deheader is designed
specifically to open 30 and 55 gallon steel drums. It features
a sharp edged hardened non-ferrous alloy replaceable blade
and a comfortable plastic hand grip.
This product is distributed by:
Wesco Industrial Products, Inc
1250 Welsh Road
North Wales, PA 19454
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Contact the factory for parts information and ordering.
Visit us on the web at www.wescomfg.com
Unpacking
When unpacking the Wesco Product, check carefully for
shipping damage and missing parts. If damage has occurred
or any parts are missing, file a claim with the delivering carrier
within 24 hours and notify the dealer from whom the unit was
purchased.
Warranty Repairs
If the unit does not work properly, contact your dealer or the
factory (215-699-7031) for units less than 90 days old.
Maintenance
(1) Lubricate moving parts periodically.
(2) Check bolts and nuts frequently for tightness.
(3) Refer to steps 2 & 6 under General Safety Information
Figure 1
Non-Sparking Drum Deheader
(Part # 272301)
Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
ATTENTION: TO INSURE SAFE AND EASY USE OF YOUR WESCO DRUM
DEHEADER, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
General Safety Information
Warning: The Wesco Drum Deheaders are designed for
specific functions. To insure proper use, the following
instructions must be adhered to:
(1) The Drum Deheaders are designed for use with steel
drums only. Do not use to open any type of fiber or plastic
drums.
(2) All threaded parts must be tight except for use the
adjustment knobs. Check frequently to be sure that no
parts are loose. If any parts are loose, remove the unit
from service and repair.
(3) Non-Sparking Deheader adjustment handle should be
hand tight only.
(4) The E-Clips (P/N 170513) and Cutting Blade (P/N
272302) for non-sparking Drum Deheader (P/N
272301) are made from Beryllium Copper Alloy. This
material is considered hazardous by the OSHA
Hazard Communications Standard (29 CFR
1910.1200).
Never grind, sharpen, drill, or machine Beryllium
copper parts. Any of these processes will generate
Beryllium Copper dust that is harmful if inhaled. Do
Not breathe this dust, it may cause cancer. Wash
hand thoroughly after handling. Buy only original
replacement E-Clips and blades from Wesco.
(5) Bronze and Brass components of this product
contain lead or arsenic. The state of California under
Proposition 65 has determined that exposure to these
chemicals is known to cause cancer or birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Please wash hands after
use.
(6) After using the Drum Deheader to cut a drum’s lid, use
extreme care when lifting the cut lid from the drum. Avoid
rubbing your fingers or hands along the inside of the
chime where the cut was made.
(7) Use only genuine Wesco replacement parts when
servicing.
Replacement Parts
Item Part No. Description Material Qty
1 170501 Handle Aluminum 1
2 170502 Rim Guide Aluminum Bronze 1
3 170503 Body Leaded Red Brass 1
4 272302 Cutting Blade Beryllium Copper 1
5 170505 Link Aluminum Bronze 2
6 170506 Link Pin Aluminum Bronze 2
7 170507 Adjustment Handle Manganese Bronze 1
8 170508 Adjustable Knob Aluminum Bronze 1
9 170509 Shoulder Screw Aluminum Bronze 1
10 170510 Lockwasher Bronze 2
11 170511 Hex Head Screw Bronze 2
12 170512 Handgrip Vinyl Plastic 1
13 170513 E-Clip Beryllium Copper 2
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Step 4 – Figure 5
Operation
(1) Turn back the adjustment ring (A) for P/N 272301 Drum
Deheader. Adjustments will extend the Deheader to its fully
open position for maximum blade clearance over the drum
chime.
(2) Tilt the Deheader handle away from you and place the groove
in the cutter base (B) on top of the drum chime (Figure 2).
(3) Place the blade over the chime, and tighten the ring to slowly
bring the cutter base firmly in contact with the side of the drum,
so the blade is in contact with the inside edge of the chime.
Turn back the adjustment ring slightly, so the blade does not
bind and wedge drum chime between blade and cutter base.
Deheader should now be positioned similar to Figure 3.
(4) To begin cutting, press down on the handle (C) (Figure 4) until
blade punctures drum head (Figure 5). Raise the handle, and
slide Deheader as shown in Figure 5, to make next cut.
Note: Each time you overlap a cut, the edge will become
smoother.
(5) Repeat step four until desired cut is complete.
Step 3 – Figure 3
Non-Sparking Drum Deheader
(Part # 272301)
Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
ATTENTION: TO INSURE SAFE AND EASY USE OF YOUR WESCO DRUM
DEHEADER, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
Steps 1 & 2 – Figure 2
Step 4 – Figure 4
Industrial Products, Inc.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
WESCO INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS (WESCO) warrants to the purchaser of this product for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase that this product shall be free of
defects in material and/or workmanship, as follows:
1. WESCO will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements for any part that fails through a defect in material and/or workmanship during the warranty period. To obtain warranty
service, you must deliver the product prepaid, to the WESCO factory.
2. This warranty does not cover any product or product part which has been subject to accident, misuse, abuse or negligence. WESCO shall only be liable under this warranty if the
product is used the manner intended by the manufacturer as specified in the written instructions furnished with this product.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED IN
THIS WARRANTY DOCUMENT, AND ANY REMEDY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT THAT, BUT FOR THIS PROVISION, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION OR OPERATION OF LAW,
IS HEREBY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL WESCO BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, A BREACH OF CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE. EXCEPT TO THE
EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long any implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.