Dake Dura Press Force - 10-25 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS

LIST FOR MODEL

FORCE 10DA and FORCE 25DA

(Double Acting, Electrically-Operated Hydraulic Press)

Thank you for buying Dake !!!!

We hope you enjoy many years of using your new Dake hydraulic press. We hope you find these instructions
helpful, if you have any questions please give us a call, or just stop by for a factory tour.

724 Robbins Road
Grand Haven, MI 49417

Phone: [phone]

Ordering information

Please order all parts by part number and name; also mention model number as shown
on plate attached to the frame of the press.

Note: This press is not intended for stripping operations! Personal injury or
machine damage can result.

Press set-up

Installation Instructions

Your new Dake Press has been packaged in a manner to prevent damage to any critical components; some
assembly may be required. All parts in the accessory box are critical to the function of your press. Some
presses may come completely assembled.

NOTE: FOR EASE OF ASSEMBLY LEAVE THE PRESS FRAME MOUNTED ON THE SHIPPING
SKID

1. Remove plastic from the machine.

2. Open the box and you will see a pumping unit, with the press still
laying on its side. Locate the four holes on the side of the press facing
up.

3. Place the pumping unit on the side of the press with the mounting
bracket facing down, making sure the holes all line up.

4. There are four bolts, washers and nuts in a bag, in the box. Put the
bolts in the holes using the washers and nuts. Make sure all nuts and
bolts are tight.

5. With the press lying on its side fill the reservoir with DTE 24 Mobile oil
or equivalent with 2 gallons of oil.

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WARNING!!!!

Be sure all bolts and fittings are tight before operating this pumping unit,
personal injury could result.

How to install the fittings on your new hydraulic press

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A Port

B Port

Cylinder

1 72050

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73425
72047

4 10 ton 301315

25 ton 301316
50 ton 302179
69671
72402
302183
302061

9 302224

Hydraulic hose connects
here and to the A port.

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Force 10DA & Force 25DA

Joy stick valve mounts here. It
only fits one way. Part
number 302224

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Hydraulic hose connects here and to the B
port.

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9

WARNING!!!

Be sure all fittings and bolts are tight.
Do not over tighten fittings or bolts.

Wiring Instructions

WARNING!!!!
A licensed qualified electrician that follows all state and local laws must wire and
install the electrics on this machine.

110 Volt

1. For 110 volts this machine is ready to plug in. The machine can be wired 220 volt single phase.
Always follow the wiring diagram provided in the motor cover when converting to 220 volt single
phase. A cord and plug that is rated for the specified voltage and amperage must be used. This
rating is located on the motor.

WARNING!!!!
It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure the motor is wired correctly for the voltage needed.
Damage to motor could result.

220 Volt single phases

WARNING!!!!
A licensed qualified electrician that follows all state and local laws must wire and
install the electrics on this machine.

WARNING!!!!!
This Machine new is shipped out as a 110 volt machine. If the wiring must be changed to
suit 220 volts single phase.

1. The leads on the motor must be changed to fit 220 volts, follow the diagram on the motor.

2. Install plug and wire that fits the rating on the motor, this plug and wire must be rated for
the voltage and amperage listed on the motor.

Operation

1. Fill the reservoir with 2 gallons of Mobil DTE 24 hydraulic fluid or its equivalent AW 32.

2. Turn the on / off power switch (toggle switch) to the “on” position (up).

3. Move the control lever down, this will advance the ram in the downward position.

4. Release the control lever and the ram will stop moving.

5. Move the control lever handle to the up position and the ram will move up.

6. When the press is new be sure to move the ram up and down to work out any air that
may be in the system.

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Lubrication

Keep all working parts of the press well oiled for easier operation. Also, keep a light film
of oil over the entire surface of the ram to prevent rust.

WARNING!!!!

This press is not intended for stripping operations! Personal injury or machine
damage can result.

WARNING!!!!

Only use Hydraulic oil in this machine DTE 24 hydraulic oil is recommended.
Do not use transmission fluid in this press, the warranty will be void and this fluid
will damage the seals.

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