Clarke CAS 30F, 2310045 User guide

30 TONNE HYDRAULIC PRESS

30 TONNE HYDRAULIC PRESS

Model No: CAS30F

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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PARTS LIST

No. Description Part No.

1 Foot JHCAS30F01

2 Bolt M12x35 JHCAS30F02

3 Lifting Handle JHCAS30F03

4 Bolt M10 JHCAS30F04

5 Serrated Pad JHCAS30F05

6 Spring Hook Plate JHCAS30F06

7 Screw M8x12 JHCAS30F07

8 Tension Spring JHCAS30F08

9 Ram JHCAS30F09

10 Pin JHCAS30F10

11 Post JHCAS30F11

12 Bolt M24x50 JHCAS30F12

13 Nut M24 JHCAS30F13

14 Lock Washer 24 JHCAS30F14

15 Pressure Gauge JHCAS30F15

16 Nylon Pad JHCAS30F16

17 Bolt M14 JHCAS30F17

18 Upper Cross Member JHCAS30F18

19 Hydraulic Hose JHCAS30F19

20 Nut M10 JHCAS30F20

21 Lock Washer 10 JHCAS30F21

22 Reservoir Cover JHCAS30F22

23 Bolt M10 JHCAS30F23

24 Washer 10 JHCAS30F24

25 O-Ring JHCAS30F25

26 Reservoir JHCAS30F26

27 Pump Body JHCAS30F27

28 Lock Washer 14 JHCAS30F28

29 Nut M14 JHCAS30F29

30 Washer JHCAS30F30

31 Small ram JHCAS30F31

No. Description Part No.

32 O-Ring JHCAS30F32

33 O-Ring JHCAS30F33

34 Nylon Retaining Ring JHCAS30F34

35 Small Piston JHCAS30F35

36 Handle Bracket JHCAS30F36

37 Stay Bolt M10 JHCAS30F37

38 Release Valve Knob JHCAS30F38

39 Air Valve JHCAS30F39

40 Washer JHCAS30F40

41 Air Motor JHCAS30F41

42 R-Pin JHCAS30F42

43 Connecting Rod JHCAS30F43

44 Air Hose JHCAS30F44

45 Pin 8x28 JHCAS30F45

46 Handle JHCAS30F46

47 Support Block JHCAS30F47

48 Bed Frame Pin JHCAS30F48

49 Bed Frame JHCAS30F49

50 Washer 12 JHCAS30F50

51 Lockwasher 12 JHCAS30F51

52 Nut M12 JHCAS30F52

53 Lower Cross Member JHCAS30F53

54 Lock Nut M10 JHCAS30F54

55 Air inlet Fitting JHCAS30F55

56 Pressure Gauge Fitting JHCAS30F56

57 Nut JHCAS30F57

58 Screw JHCAS30F58

59 Sealing Ring JHCAS30F59

60 Oil Filler Nut JHCAS30F60

61 Nylon Ring JHCAS30F61

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PARTS DIAGRAM

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Hydraulic Press.

Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully, in doing
so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can
look forward to the press giving you long and satisfactory service.

Please note that this manual is an integral part of the Hydraulic Press and must
always accompany it, even in the event of sale.

The press owner and/or user must read and fully understand the operating
instructions and recommendations before using this press.

CLARKE International shall not be held liable to any damage to persons or
equipment due to improper or non-permitted use of the press.

GUARANTEE

This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase.

This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered
with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.

Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can be
returned to us without prior permission.

This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.

PARTS & SERVICE CONTACTS

For Spare Parts and Service, please contact your nearest dealer,

or CLARKE International, on one of the following numbers.

PARTS & SERVICE TEL: [phone]

PARTS & SERVICE FAX: [phone]

or e-mail as follows:

PARTS: [e-mail]

SERVICE: [e-mail]

Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print. However,

CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• During assembly or if the press is moved, ALWAYS use a lifting appliance ­crane or hoist etc., do not man handle.

• Ensure the press is located on firm level ground with adequate light.

• Before applying a load, be certain that all press bed support pins are fully
engaged, and the hydraulic ram is fully located into the ram mount. Ensure
also that hydraulic hoses and couplings are completely sound.

• Before use always ensure the workpiece is firmly secure and stable.

• Always clean spills of hydraulic oil immediately as this can be extremely
dangerous in a workshop environment.

• Do not exceed the rated capacity.

• Do not allow any person, who is inexperienced in the use of hydraulic presses,
to use the machine unless they are under direct supervision.

• Do not allow anyone to work directly in front of the machine when it is in use.

• Never tamper with the machine. The safety valve is calibrated and sealed at
the factory, do not attempt to change these settings.

• Use ONLY the recommended hydraulic oil - specified on page 7.

• Components of this press are specially designed to withstand the rated
capacity. Do not substitute bolts, pins, or any other components.

• Always apply the load on the centre of ram plunger. Offset loads can
damagethe ram or ram mount and may cause work piece to be ejected.

• Before operating, check for signs of cracked welds, bent bed pins, loose or
missing bolts, or any other structural damage. Do not operate if any of these
conditions exist. Have repairs made only by authorised service centres.

• Remove all loads from press bed before attempting to adjust bed height.
Beware of possible falling bed.

• Press only on a work piece supported by the press bed.

• When using accessories such as arbor plates, be certain they are centered
on press bed, and are in full contact with the bed.

• Parts being pressed may splinter, shatter, or be ejected from the press. Due to
varied applications, it is your responsibility to always use adequate guards,
wear eye protection and heavy protective clothing when operating this press.

• Keep hands and fingers out of the press and away from the parts that may
pinch and shift.

• It is the owners responsibility to keep warning decals legible and intact.
Replacements may be obtained from Clarke International Spare Parts Dep’t.

• Failure to heed these warnings may result in damage to the equipment, or
failure resulting in property damage, personal, or even fatal injury.

• DO NOT use extension tubes on the pump handle. Excessive effort can cause
damage and/or accidents.

PARTS LIST and DIAGRAM

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SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions (mm)

A Frame Width .................... 180

B Inside Frame Width .......... 658

C Bed to Ram Max.............. 1090

D Bed Stages ....................... 137

E Ram Stroke ....................... 177

F Overall Width ................... 1050

G Overall Depth .................. 853

H Overall Height .................. 1910

Capacity ....... 30 tonnes (3000lbf)

Operating Air Pressure ........ 10bar

Air Inlet Fitting .................. 1/4”BSP

Net Weight .......................... 225kg

Part No. ............................ 7616010

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ASSEMBLY

Unpack the crate and lay out all components neatly. Check to ensure that no
damage was suffered to any part during transit. Should any damage be
apparent, please contact your CLARKE dealer immediately.

Please note that numbers in brackets are those shown in the exploded view on
page 10.

1. Lay the two uprights (11) on the floor, oriented in the manner shown in the
exploded view on page 10.

2. Bolt on the two upper cross members (18) using the nuts, bolts and washers
(12, 13 and 14). Do not fully tighten at this stage - simply nip them up.

3. Raise the feet end of the sub-assembly and support it in some way in order
to bolt on the two feet (1) and the lower cross member (53), using the nuts,
bolts and washers (2, 50, 51 and 52). Do not fully tighten at this stage.

4. Raise the frame to an upright position, and, ensuring it is perfectly upright
and square, fully tighten all nuts and bolts so far assembled.

5. Bolt on the pump and air motor assembly (26 & 40) to the right post using
the bolts (23) and washers (24). Tighten the bolts fully.

6. Bolt on the ram assembly complete,
to the upper cross members using
the bolts, lockwashers and nuts (17,
28 and 29).

7. Connect the hydraulic hose (19) to the
ram (9) - see fig.1, and tighten, then
screw on the gauge assembly, tightly.

8. Insert the support pins (48) into a pair
of holes in the uprights - one either
side then place the bed frames (49)
on to the pins - one front and back.

9. Attach the lifting handles (3) - one
at each end.

10. Attach the air hose to the underside
of the air motor assembly (fig. 2)

Your Hydraulic Press is now ready for use,
HOWEVER, we strongly recommend that
the press be firmly secured to a firm and
level floor, using proper foundation bolts. If
necessary, consult a qualified engineer.

NOTE: Do not locate your press where it will
be open to the elements, as it is designed
to operate at temperatures of between ­10OC to 40OC. Severe weather conditions
will damage the hydraulic system.

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Fig. 1

Fig. 2

BEFORE FIRST USE

Before use, pour a teaspoonful of good quality air tool lubricant into the air inlet
connection (55), then connect to the air supply.

With the air pressure supply set at 10bar, open the air supply to the press , using all
necessary precautions regarding the use of compressed air. If necessary consult
the air supply manufacturers handbook.

Open the release valve by turning the knob (38) anticlockwise.

Operate the air valve (39) to extend the ram, then release the valve to allow it to
retract. Repeat the procedure several times in order to distribute lubricant evenly
and to purge any air in the hydraulic sysytem.

Finally, shut off the air supply and close the release valve by turning the knob (38)
anticlockwise.

HYDRAULIC PUMP/RAM OPERATION

1. Position the bed to the desired height, so as it will be as close as possible to the
ram when the workpiece is mounted.

Raise one side of the bed, and insert a pin into a locating hole directly
beneath the bed. Repeat the process at the other side, until the bed is level
and at the desired height, with the pins fully ‘home’.

2. The workpiece is placed on top of the bed, and must be completely stable.
to achieve this you must use packing or shims where required.

Special blocks are supplied , which sit on top of the bed. and on to which the
workpiece may be placed, if necessary, to give it stability.

NOTE: Any packing pieces or shims used, MUST be capable of withstanding the
extreme pressure that will be brought to bear, and MUST be of sufficient size with
sufficient surface contact, so as to avoid the possibility of slipping or springing
taking place. Mating surfaces MUST be horizontal so that the force being exerted
will be vertical and NOT at an angle.

3. Close the release valve by turning the knob (38), clockwise.

4. Either pump the handle to bring the ram very lightly into contact with the workpiece,
or, with the air supply connected and turned ON, operate the air valve (39) to
achieve the same state...or use a combination of the two, finishing with hand
operation so as to ensure that no load is applied to the workpiece.

5. Manoeuvre the workpiece so that the desired point of contact is directly
beneath the centre of the ram.

6. When satisfied that the workpiece is correctly lined up and is completely stable in that
position, slowly pump the handle, or open the air valve, so that the ram begins to
exert pressure on the workpiece. NEVER use handle extensions

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS stand to one side. DO NOT stand directly in front of the work,
and constantly monitor the process, ensuring the ram and work remain
completely in line, and there is no risk of slipping.

7. When the process is complete, VERY SLOWLY turn the release valve knob (38)
anticlockwise to release ram pressure

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MAINTENANCE

A visual inspection must be made before each use of the press, checking for
leaking hydraulic fluid, and damaged, loose or missing parts.

Owners and/or users should be aware that repair of this equipment may require
specialised knowledge and facilities. It is recommended that a thorough annual
inspection of the press be made and that any defective parts, decals or warning
labels be replaced with genuine Clarke parts.

Any press which appears to be damaged in any way, is found to be badly worn,
or operates abnormally SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE until necessary repairs
are made.

• Keep the Press clean by wiping with a clean soft cloth periodically, and
lubricating all joints and moving parts with a light oil.

• Periodically check the press frame to make sure all bolts are tight and inspect
for cracked welds, bent, loose or missing parts.

• Periodically check the hydraulic connections for possible leaks. Replace or
properly repair damaged or leaking hydraulic components before using.

• Periodically apply a light smear of oil to the moving parts and the bed support
pins.

• At 6 monthly intervals, check the hydraulic pump oil level, by removing the
Oil Filler Plug (60), on top of the reservoir. Oil should be level with the bottom
of the hole. If necessary top up with CLARKE Hydraulic Oil, Part No. 3050830
only.

This operation is carried out with the ram fully retracted.

• Replace the Hydraulic oil every TWO years. This operation requires the
dismantling of the hydraulic system, for which you should consult your CLARKE
dealer.

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