Weidmann MV5 - Table and Tool Adjustments; Tool Fixing Process; Safety During Adjustments

Operating instructions, Piercing press, Weidmann Type MV5 Version: May 2019 Page 5
 Check whether the spindle brake is applied; if not, apply it now
Risk of crushing
Do not place your hands within the area of risk caused by the spindle
Apply the spindle brake
Risk of being pulled in
Do not touch the gear rim
 Rotate the rotary table to the required slot width
 Remove the rotary table if it is not in use
Risk caused by incorrect loading
For workpieces weighing more than 5 kg, use the following method to evaluate the handling
method:
www.suva.ch/88190.d. Use lifting gear if necessary.
Table adjustment
 Loosen the 2 table handle bars
 Raise the table by turning the crank handle slightly
 Hold the crank handle and place the bearing pins in the required position
 Use the crank handle to move the table slowly onto the bearing pins
 Tighten the 2 table handle bars
Tool fixing
 Hold the insert punch/tool underneath on the press spindle
 Loosen the clamping screw on the press spindle
 Remove the insert punch/tool
 Insert the insert punch/tool
 Use the clamping screw on the press spindle to secure the insert punch/tool
Risk caused by falling objects
Any insert punches/tools not fabricated by the manufacturer must be manufactured in
accordance with the drawing of the insert punch on Page 11.
If the insert punch/tool is loose, tighten the clamping screw.