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Hyd-Mech S-20 User Manual

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S-20/23
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January 2006 Revision A
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MECH GROUP LIMITED
P.O. BOX 1030, 1079 Parkinson Road
Woodstock, Ontario Canada, N4S 8A4
Phone: (519) 539-6341
Service 1-877-237-0914
Sales 1-877-276-SAWS(7297)
Fax (519) 539-5126
e-mail: info@hydmech.com

Table of Contents

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Hyd-Mech S-20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHyd-Mech
ModelS-20
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 0: Safety Instructions

Summary of Safety Guidelines

A brief overview of the safety section content.

Put Safety First Principle

Emphasizes the paramount importance of safety in operations.

Basic Rules for Safe Operation

Fundamental rules to follow during machine use.

Owner's Safety Responsibilities

Key duties of the machine owner regarding safety.

Operator and Maintenance Safety Duties

Essential responsibilities for personnel.

Foreword and Mandatory Information

Foreword: Emphasis on Safety First

Introduction stressing the importance of safety.

Mandatory Information for Users

Lists essential sections all personnel must read.

Operator and Maintenance Sign-Off

Signature Forms for Safety and Operation Understanding

Forms for personnel to confirm reading and understanding of manual sections.

Basic Rules and Liability

Machine Intended Use and Limitations

Defines the proper application and scope of the machine.

Exclusion of Misuse and Prohibited Operations

Examples of incorrect or unsafe usage.

Liability Disclaimer for Operator Errors

Company's stance on damages from misuse.

Owner's Responsibilities for Safe Operation

Work Organization and Manual Accessibility

Ensuring the manual is available and work is organized.

Personnel Qualification and Training Requirements

Ensuring operators are properly trained.

Defining Operator and Personnel Responsibilities

Clearly assigning roles and duties.

Machine and Workplace Condition for Safety

Maintaining the machine and work area.

Operator and Maintenance Personnel Responsibilities

Safety Equipment Checks and Functionality

Procedures for verifying safety equipment.

Emergency Stop Button Location and Awareness

Importance of knowing E-stop locations.

Reporting Machine Damage and Malfunctions

Protocol for identifying and reporting issues.

Safe Operation Practices and Fault Remediation

Guidelines for safe use and fixing faults.

Adherence to Safety Hazard Labels

Ensuring all safety labels are observed.

Personal Protective Equipment and Attire Guidelines

Requirements for operator clothing and PPE.

Specific Safety Guidelines

Safe Glove Usage in Machine Operation

Detailed instructions on when to wear gloves.

Hearing Protection Recommendations

Guidance on when hearing protection is needed.

Workplace Safety and Cleanliness Standards

Maintaining a safe work environment.

Power Disconnect and Residual Risks

Master Disconnect and Lock-Out Procedures

Steps for safely de-energizing the machine.

Section 1: Installation

Installation Safety Precautions

General safety rules for installation.

Operator Safety During Installation and Operation

Specific safety rules for the operator.

Visual Machine Inspection

Head and Blade Inspection Points

Checking head movement and blade clearance.

Vise and Pivot Mechanism Checks

Inspecting vise and head pivot.

Drive System Safety Check

Ensuring the drive pulley cover is secure.

Machine Unpacking and Setup

Safe Forklift Lifting Procedure for Saw

Guidelines for lifting the machine.

Unwrapping and Initial Inspection of the Saw

Steps after receiving the machine.

Saw Leveling and Alignment Process

Ensuring the machine is level.

Hydraulic Oil Type and Level Management

Information on hydraulic fluid.

Cutting Fluid and Electrical Connections

Cutting Fluid Requirements and Types

Information on necessary cutting fluids.

Power Cable Routing for S20/S23 Models

Guidance on routing the main power cable.

Electrical Wiring Connection Procedures and Checks

Steps for power hook-up and verification.

VFD Option Electrical Wiring

Wiring Connections for Machines with VFD Option

Specific instructions for VFD electrical hook-up.

Section 2: Operating Instructions

Hydraulic Control Panel Overview

Explanation of hydraulic controls.

Feed Rate Control Knob Operation

Adjusting the head feed rate.

Head Control Lever Functions

Operating the head movement lever.

Head Hold Functionality

Stopping and holding the head's position.

Head Feed Operation

Controlling head descent speed.

Head Rapid Approach (DOWN)

Quick movement of the head.

Electrical Control Panel Overview

Explanation of electrical controls.

Fuse Inspection and Cooling System Control

Checking fuses and the coolant switch.

Saw Blade Start and Stop Button Functions

Operating the start and stop buttons.

S20/S23 VFD Electrical Control Operations

Variable Blade Speed Adjustment (1BS)

How to set the blade speed.

Coolant Flow Control Switch (1SS)

Managing coolant flow.

Blade Start Button (5PB) Functionality

Using the blade start button.

Emergency Stop Button (1PB) Functionality

Using the emergency stop button.

S20H/S23H VFD Controls

S20H/S23H VFD Electrical Controls

Electrical operations for S20H/S23H VFD.

Coolant Flow Control Switch (1SS)

Managing coolant flow.

Blade Speed Adjustment (1BS)

Setting the blade speed.

Blade Start and Stop Button Functions

Operating start and stop buttons.

Hydraulic Start and Emergency Stop Buttons

Functions of hydraulic start and E-stop.

S20H/S23H VFD Hydraulic Controls

Hydraulic operations for S20H/S23H VFD.

Vise Control Lever Operation

Controlling the vise with the lever.

Vise Open Functionality

Opening the vise.

Vise Hold Functionality

Holding the vise in position.

Vise Close Functionality

Closing the vise.

Head Control Lever Operation

Controlling the head with the lever.

Head Rise Functionality

Raising the head.

Head Hold Functionality

Holding the head in position.

Head Descent Functionality

Lowering the head.

Feed Rate Dial Adjustment

Setting the head descent speed.

Saw Blade Fundamentals

New Blade Break-In Procedure Importance

How to break in a new blade.

Coolant Application and Blade Life

Role of coolant in blade performance.

Workpiece Clamping and Vibration Control

Securing material to prevent issues.

Blade Speed Selection Criteria

Choosing the correct speed for materials.

Feed Rate Application and Chip Appearance

Setting feed rate based on chips.

Blade Pitch and Mechanical Controls

Optimum Blade Tooth Pitch Selection

Choosing the right TPI for material.

Vise Operation and Clamping Mechanism

How the cam-operated vise works.

Head Angle and Coolant Systems

Head Swing and Angle Brake Adjustment

Setting miter angles and locking the head.

Coolant Delivery System Functionality

How coolant is supplied to the blade.

S20 Blade Speed Selection Options

Available blade speeds for the S20 model.

Belt Tension and Guide Arm Adjustment

Changing Blade Speed via Belt Position

Adjusting speed by moving the belt.

Guide Arm Positioning for Optimal Blade Life

Adjusting guide arms for material width.

Section 3: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Pre-Maintenance Power Off and Lock-Out Procedures

Safety steps before starting work.

Lock-Out Procedure Purpose and Steps

Understanding and executing lockout.

Blade Changing and Tracking Adjustments

Blade Changing Procedure Steps

Detailed guide to changing the blade.

Blade Tracking Adjustment Methods

Correcting blade path.

Idler Wheel Tracking Adjustment (S-20)

Adjusting tracking on S-20 idler wheel.

Idler Wheel Tracking Adjustment (S-23)

Adjusting tracking on S-23 idler wheel.

Drive Wheel Tracking Adjustment

Adjusting tracking on the drive wheel.

Blade Guide Assembly Adjustment

Adjusting Carbide Blade Guide Assemblies

Procedure for worn guide assemblies.

Blade Brush, Angle Brake, and Belt Tension

Blade Brush Adjustment for Gullet Cleaning

Adjusting the brush to clean blade gullets.

Angle Brake Adjustment for Head Security

Ensuring the head is held firmly.

Drive Belt Tension Adjustment Procedure

Setting the correct belt tension.

Limit Switch and Lubrication

Head Down Limit Switch Operation and Adjustment

Function and setting of the limit switch.

Gearbox Lubrication Specifications

S23 Gearbox Lubrication Details

Oil type and intervals for S23 gearbox.

S20 VFD Gearbox Lubrication

Oil type for S20 VFD gearbox.

Troubleshooting Common Saw Problems

Cutting Squareness Issues (Vertical/Horizontal)

Diagnosing and fixing square cut problems.

Head Cylinder Creep Diagnosis and Solutions

Addressing unwanted head movement.

Head Cylinder Creep in Hold Position

Creeping when head is held.

Head Cylinder Creep in Feed Position

Creeping during feeding.

Blade Tracking and Stalling Troubleshooting

Fixing tracking errors and stalls.

Excessive Blade Vibration and Breakage Solutions

Addressing vibration and breakage.

Coolant Flow and Blade Start-Up Issues

Troubleshooting coolant and start problems.

Cut Completion and Stopping Problems

Resolving issues with cut timing.

Section 4: Electrical Systems

S20/S23 VFD Component Layout and Identification

Location of electrical components for VFD models.

Terminal Block TB1 Identification

Understanding Terminal Block TB1 Layout

Identifying connections on TB1.

Terminal Block TB2 Identification

Understanding Terminal Block TB2 Layout

Identifying connections on TB2.

S22H/S23H VFD Component Layout

S22H/S23H VFD Electrical Component Locations

Identifying components for S22H/S23H VFD.

TB1 Terminal Block Details (S22H/S23H)

TB1 Terminal Identification for S22H/S23H Models

Identifying connections on TB1 for these models.

TB2 Terminal Block Details (S22H/S23H)

TB2 Terminal Identification for S22H/S23H Models

Identifying connections on TB2 for these models.

Electrical Documentation Conventions

Device Tagging (DT) Explanation

Understanding component labels.

Page and Row Numbering System

How to navigate electrical documents.

Section 5: Hydraulic Systems

Hydraulic Schematics and Diagrams Reference

Pointer to external hydraulic diagrams.

Section 6: Mechanical Assemblies

Mechanical Assembly Drawings Reference

Pointer to external assembly drawings.

Section 7: Optional Features

Blade Breakage Switch Functionality

Operation of the blade breakage detection.

Mist Coolant System Operation and Adjustment

How to use and set the mist coolant.

Optional Hydraulic Power Pack and Vise Pressure

Hydraulic Power Pack Details (S20H/S23H)

Information on the power pack.

Hydraulic Oil Specifications and Maintenance

Oil type, level, and change guidelines.

Oil Temperature Monitoring and Limits

Safe operating oil temperatures.

Hydraulic Pressure Factory Settings

Pre-set pressure values.

Variable Vise Pressure Adjustment (S20H/S23H)

Adjusting clamping force of the vise.

Overhead Bundling System Operation (S20H/S23H)

Operating the Overhead Bundling Feature

Steps to use the bundling function.

Work Lamp and Material Stop Options

Work Lamp Assembly Description and Part Number

Details of the machine's work light.

Material Stop Assembly Description

Information on the material stop.

Section 8: Technical Specifications

S20 Bandsaw Specification List

Key technical data for the S20 model.

S23 Bandsaw Specification List

Key technical data for the S23 model.

S20 Cutting Capacity Dimensions

S20 Bandsaw Cutting Capacity Chart

Dimensions for various cut angles and shapes.

S20 Machine Layout Dimensions (Sheet 1)

S20 Machine Front and Side Elevation Views

Dimensional drawings of the S20.

S20 Machine Layout Dimensions (Sheet 2)

S20 Machine General and Foundation Plan Views

Layout and foundation details for S20.

S23 Cutting Capacity Dimensions

S23 Bandsaw Cutting Capacity Chart

Dimensions for various cut angles and shapes.

S23 Machine Layout Dimensions (Sheet 1)

S23 Machine Front and Side Elevation Views

Dimensional drawings of the S23.

S23 Machine Layout Dimensions (Sheet 2)

S23 Machine General and Foundation Plan Views

Layout and foundation details for S23.

Section 9: Warranty Information

Hyd-Mech Bandsaw Product Warranty Details

Terms and conditions of the machine warranty.

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