Porta Power
Porta Power
EDWARDS
Porta Power
Safety Instructions Manual
Original Instructions - PP02
07-2018
Safety Manual Table of Contents
1 General
Operator and Supervisor Information
Signal Word De nition
Signal Word Panel
2 Signal Word Panel - Machine Front
3 Signal Word Panel - Machine Back
4 Signal Words
Danger Panel
Warning Panel
Notice Panel
Additional Graphic Information
Operator and Supervisor Information
This is one of four manuals supplied with your machine.
• Installation Manual
• Safety Instructions Manual
• Operations Manual
• Maintenance Manual
READ ALL MANUALS BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY. Operating
machinery before reading and understanding the contents of all four
manuals greatly increases the risk of injury.
Each of the four machine manuals describes ‘best practices’ in handling, installing, operating and maintaining your machine. The contents
of each manual is subject to change without notice due to improvements
in the machinery or changes in National or International standards.
All rights reserved. Reproduction of this manual in any form, in whole or
in part, is not permitted without the written consent of Edwards Manufacturing Company.
Keep all manuals close to the machine to allow for easy reference when
necessary.
Provide operators with suf cient training and education in the basic
functions of the machine prior to machine operation.
Do not allow for operation of the machine by unquali ed personnel. Edwards Manufacturing Company is not liable for accidents arising from
unskilled, untrained operation.
Do not modify or change the machine without written authorization from
Edwards Manufacturing Company. Unauthorized modi cation to a machine may result in serious operator injury, machine damage and will
void your machine warranty.
Never leave a powered machine unattended. Turn machinery OFF be-
fore walking away.
This machine is manufactured for use by able bodied and able minded
operators only. Never operate machinery when tired or under the in uence of drugs or alcohol.
Do not resell, relocate or export to a destination other than to the original
point of sale. Edwards has designed this machine to meet the standards of the original receiving country and is not liable for meeting any
governing body or performance standards beyond those of the original
receiving country.
Signal Word Definition
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in mild or moderate injury.
Indicates information considered important, but not
hazard related.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals
including Methyl Isobutyl Ketone which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov.
WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other
construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry
products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals,
work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are speci cally designed
to lter out microscopic particles. For more information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov/wood.
Signal Word Panel on Machine
Critical machine safety information is identi ed on signal word labels.
Labels are attached adjacent to the potentially hazardous locations of the
machine. Reference the Safety Instruction Manual for additional information regarding the potentially hazardous condition identi ed on the label.
Review ALL labels on the machinery, reference the operational precautions and safe operations sections within this manual before any
operation activity is initiated.
Failure to read and understand the signal word labels af xed to the
machinery may result in operator death or injury.
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Signal Word Panel • Machine Front
Read, understand, and follow all labels shown on the machine and
described in the:
• Safety Instructions Manual
• Installation Manual
• Operations Manual
• Maintenance Manual
Keep all manuals close for easy reference.
Trained and authorized personnel are to install, operate and
service this machinery. Do not allow for operation of the machine
by unqualified personnel.
Personal protective equipment must be worn at all times during
machinery operation.
DO NOT REMOVE, DESTROY OR
COVER THIS LABEL.
FLUID
INJECTION
HAZARD
Fluid under
pressure.
P.P.E.
Required
Hydraulic accessory
controls powered by
Porta Power.
24V POWER
LIMIT SWITCH
KEEPOUT
Hazardous
voltage inside.
PUSH BUTTON
Lockout
power before
servicing.
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Signal Word Panel • Machine Back
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Danger Panel Warning Panel
Electrical Hazard
This is the electrical hazard symbol. It
indicates there are dangerous high voltages present inside the enclosure of this
product. ONLY quali ed, authorized, maintenance, service or Certi ed Electricians
should gain access to electrical panel. Do
not operate this equipment from any power
source that does not match the voltage
rating stamped on the equipment. Refer to
the Manufacturer’s Identi cation Label for
operational requirements.
Lockout Power
Danger circuits are live. Lockout/Tagout the
upstream power source. Lockout/Tagout
machinery according to Employer procedures.
Voltage (Varies by consumer requirement)
Indication of operating power requirements.
This product should be operated only from
the type of source indicated on the manufacturer’s identi cation label Installation
should be in compliance with applicable
sections of the National Electric Code.
Consult your local building code before
installing.
Wear Personal Protective
Equipment
To avoid physical hazard, always wear personal protective equipment. Wear protective eyewear, clothing, gloves, footwear,
head-gear and hearing protection while
operating or servicing this machinery.
Fluid Injection Hazard
Hydraulic hoses and cylinders are under
pressure. Pressurized uid can pierce skin
and cause severe injury. To avoid physical
hazard, always wear personal protective
equipment. Keep hands clear while operating. Lockout power before servicing.
Immediately replace guards after adjustment, repair or service.
Phase (Varies by consumer requirement)
Indication of electrical phase requirements.
This product should be operated only from
the type of source indicated on the manufacturer’s identi cation label Installation
should be in compliance with applicable
sections of the National Electric Code.
Consult your local building code before
installing.
Horsepower (Varies by model)
Indication of horsepower requirements. This
product should be operated only from the
type of source indicated on the manufacturer’s identi cation label Installation should
be in compliance with applicable sections
of the National Electric Code. Consult your
local building code before installing.
Hertz (Varies by consumer requirement)
Indication of electrical cycles per second.
This product should be operated only from
the type of source indicated on the manufacturer’s identi cation label Installation
should be in compliance with applicable
sections of the National Electric Code.
Consult your local building code before
installing.
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Notice Panel
Ironworker Operation
This manual outlines the basic functions
associated with typical Porta Power operations and is neither intended to create a
comprehensive list of, nor describe every
operation possible with a Porta Power.
DO NOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT FOR
ANY PURPOSE NOT DESCRIBED IN THE
MANUALS. Hydraulic machines are dangerous and require extreme care and
caution in the safe installation, operation and maintenance of the machinery. Edwards Manufacturing Company
strongly suggests reading and understanding all manuals associated with
the machinery as well as obtaining certi ed, technical, industrial machinery
operations and maintenance training to
reduce the risk of injury. Regardless of
the contents of the machinery manuals
Edwards Manufacturing Company will
not be held liable for accidents caused
by lack of training.
Forklift Location
This machine is equiped with rated forklift movement points. Do not attempt to
lift the machinery by any other means.
Inappropriate movement of the machinery may result in serious operator injury,
machine damage and will void machine
warranty. Consult the installation manual
for equipment weight ratings. Provide
rated forklift and certi ed forklift operator
to move machinery to appropriate location.
Additional Graphic
Information
PE
‘Protective earth’, electrical grounding
location.
Safety Ground
Refer to Manuals:
Safety, Installation, Operations
and Maintenance
Manuals contain critical instructions
regarding proper procedures for your
machinery. Understand the contents of all
manuals thoroughly. Failure to follow proper
procedures may result in serious operator
injury, machine damage and will void your
machine warranty. Keep manuals close to
the machine for easy reference.
Wear Personal Protective
Equipment
To avoid physical hazard, always wear personal protective equipment. Wear protective eyewear, clothing, gloves, footwear,
head-gear and hearing protection while
operating or servicing this machinery.
Safety earth ground location.
Do Not Use Non-Approved
Lubricants
This machine requires lubrication of
moving mechanical parts (grease) and the
maintenance of hydraulic uids. Consult
maintenance manual for speci c lubrication
requirements and application or maintenance schedules.
Electric Motor Rotation (Above)
Identi cation of proper electrical motor
rotation.
Hydraulics
Hydraulic uids must be recycled as
required by local environmental law. Do not
dispose of by adding to the municipal waste
stream.
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Additional Graphic
Information
Electronics
Electronic equipment must be recycled as
required by local environmental law. Do not
dispose of by adding to the municipal waste
stream.
Metal
Metal components must be recycled as
required by local environmental law. Do not
dispose of by adding to the municipal waste
stream.
1107 Sykes St., Albert Lea, MN 56007 800-373-8206 www.edwardsironworkers.com
EDWARDS
S
Porta Power
Porta Power
EDWARDS
Porta Power
Installation Manual
Original Instructions - PP01
07-2018
Installation Manual Table of Contents
1 General
Operator and Supervisor Information
Signal Word De nition
Signal Word Panel
2 Installation Requirements
Environmental Requirements at Work Station
Electrical Requirements at Work Station
Electrical Performance Speci cation
3 Installing the Porta Power
Receiving the Porta Power
Unpacking/Moving
Electrical Connection of the Porta Power
Installing the Porta Power
Starting Box Wiring
Powering Up the Porta Power
Operator and Supervisor Information
This is one of four manuals supplied with your machine.
• Installation Manual
• Safety Instructions Manual
• Operations Manual
• Maintenance Manual
READ ALL MANUALS BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY. Operating
machinery before reading and understanding the contents of all four
manuals greatly increases the risk of injury.
Each of the four machine manuals describes ‘best practices’ in
handling, installing, operating and maintaining your machine. The
contents of each manual is subject to change without notice due to
improvements in the machinery or changes in National or International
standards.
All rights reserved. Reproduction of this manual in any form, in whole
or in part, is not permitted without the written consent of Edwards
Manufacturing Company.
Keep all manuals close to the machine to allow for easy reference
when necessary.
Provide operators with suf cient training and education in the basic
functions of the machine prior to machine operation.
Do not allow for operation of the machine by unquali ed personnel.
Edwards Manufacturing Company is not liable for accidents arising
from unskilled, untrained operation.
Do not modify or change the machine without written authorization
from Edwards Manufacturing Company. Unauthorized modi cation to
a machine may result in serious operator injury, machine damage and
will void your machine warranty.
Never leave a powered machine unattended. Turn machinery OFF
before walking away.
This machine is manufactured for use by able bodied and able minded
operators only. Never operate machinery when tired or under the in uence of drugs or alcohol.
Do not resell, relocate or export to a destination other than to the
original point of sale. Edwards has designed this machine to meet the
standards of the original receiving country and is not liable for meeting
any governing body or performance standards beyond those of the
original receiving country.
Signal Word Definition
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in mild or moderate injury.
Indicates information considered important, but not
hazard related.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals
including Methyl Isobutyl Ketone which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov.
WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other
construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry
products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals,
work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are speci cally designed
to lter out microscopic particles. For more information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov/wood.
Signal Word Panel on Machine
Critical machine safety information is identi ed on signal word labels.
Labels are attached adjacent to the potentially hazardous locations of the
machine. Reference the Safety Instruction Manual for additional information regarding the potentially hazardous condition identi ed on the label.
Review ALL labels on the machinery, reference the operational
precautions and safe operations sections within this manual before
any operation activity is initiated.
Failure to read and understand the signal word labels af xed to the
machinery may result in operator death or injury.
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Installation Requirements
This manual provides installation information for the following:
25 Ton 40 Ton 50 Ton
55 Ton 60 Ton 65 Ton
75 Ton 100 Ton 100 Ton DX
120 Ton Elite 110 Elite 110/65 D.O.
Porta Power
Environmental Requirements at Work Station
The work station environment for your machine must meet the following
minimum requirements:
• Floor area: Assure that the machinery work area provides
for a stable, adequately sized and load rated oor area for
material movement to and from the machinery work stations.
• Shelter: Edwards Ironworkers are designed for indoor use
only. Protect your Ironworking machinery from water, salts
and corrosive elements.
• Altitude: This equipment will operate correctly up to 1000m
above mean sea level.
• Transportation and Storage: This equipment will withstand,
or has been protected against, transportation and storage
temperatures of -25°C to +55°C and for short periods up to
+70°C. It has been packaged to prevent damage from the
effects of normal humidity, vibration and shock.
Electrical Requirements at Work Station
Locate your Porta Power directly adjacent to your power supply. Con rm that power supply is not connected in series with other machinery.
Provide dedicated electrical socket and circuit breaker for each machine
installed. Edwards Machines are protected from voltage variations provided the variation does not exceed +/- 10% machine rating.
• Lighting: 500LUX (50 footcandles) minimum.
• Operating Temperature: This equipment will operate
correctly in its intended ambient, at a minimum between
+5° C and +40°C.
• Relative Humidity: This equipment will operate correctly
within an environment at 50% RH, +40°C. Higher RH may
be allowed at lower temperatures. Measures shall be taken
by the Purchaser to avoid the harmful effects of occasional
condensation.
Electrical Performance Speci cation
Machine Motor # Type Brand 60Hz/V FLA 50Hz/V FLA
25 Ton 116676 1Hp 1~ Leeson 60 Hz 115/208-230 12/6 50 Hz 110/220 13/6
40, 50, 55, 60 Ton, 132089 5Hp 1~ Leeson 60 Hz 230 19 50 Hz 208-220 23-22
Porta-Power 132077 5Hp 3~ Leeson 60 Hz 208-230/460 14/7 50 Hz 190/380 16/8
CEM3615T-5 5Hp 3~ Baldor 60 Hz 575 5
65, 75, 100 Ton, 132089 5Hp 1~ Leeson 60 Hz 230 19 50 Hz 208-220 23-22
Elite 110 140809 7.5Hp 3~ Leeson 60 Hz 208-230/460 22-21/10 50 Hz 190/380 24/12
Elite 110/65 D.O. CEM3710T-5 7.5Hp 3~ Baldor 60 Hz 575 8
141140 7.5Hp 1~ Leeson 60 Hz 230 36
100DX, 120 Ton CEM3714T 10Hp 3~ Baldor 60 Hz 208-230/460 25-24/12
EM3714T-5 10Hp 3~ Baldor 60 Hz 575 10
CEM3714T-50 10Hp 3~ Baldor 50 Hz 220/380/440 28/16/14
CL3712T 10Hp 1~ Baldor 60 Hz 208-230 38
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Installing the Porta Power
Receiving the Porta Power
Edwards Ironworking machinery is fully assembled and is shipped either by palletized custom wooden crate or by shrink–wrapped wooden
pallet for ease of transport and receiving.
Inspect the packaging for damage and follow shipping/receiving instructions as listed on the packaging prior to receiving the machine into your
facility.
When receiving your machine, be prepared to safely move your machinery with a fork-lift rated for the following equipment weights:
Minimum Machinery Weights
25 Ton 453.6 kg / 1000 lb
40 Ton 861.8 kg / 1900 lb
50 Ton 916.3 kg / 2020 lb
55 Ton 1124.9 kg / 2480 lb
60 Ton 1156.7 kg / 2550 lb
65 Ton 2154.6 kg / 4750 lb
75 Ton 1859.7 kg / 4100 lb
Unpacking/Moving
Your Edwards Porta Power includes surface and remotely mounted
electrical cabling and hydraulic lines. Exercise caution when removing
the factory supplied packaging. Do not cut electrical wires or hydraulic
hoses.
1. Unbolt/unpack from its pallet using a 3/4” (19.05mm) socket. Wear
appropriate personal protective equipment.
2. Lift Edwards machinery using the designated fork lift locations and
appropriately rated lifting equipment.
3. Move the machinery to the prepared workstation.
Electrical Connection
Con rm with a certi ed electrician that the electrical supply to the
terminal location powering your Porta Power meet the operating speci cations (page 2) of the machine prior to electrical connection.
Con rm your electrical supply with the electrical speci cations of the
machine or accessory listed (page 2), and located on the Porta Power
starter box. It is critical that a quali ed electrician install your
machinery as your Warranty protection does not cover incorrect
wiring of electrical components at your site.
100 Ton 2109.2 kg / 4650 lb
100 Ton DX 2349.6 kg / 5180 lb
120 Ton 2494.8 kg / 5500 lb
ELITE 110 2440.3 kg / 5380 lb
ELITE 110/65 3891.8 kg / 8580 lb
Porta Power 181.4 kg / 400 lb
Utilize best practices for fork-lift operation. Handle material as close
to the drive surface as possible with the widest spread and deepest penetration of forks effective to service the pallet. Forks should be adjusted
and locked into the safety detent closest to the maximum available fork
spread.
Prior to connecting your machine to the dedicated, protected power
supply, match work station wiring to the power supply cable (Owner
supplied) and the starter-box/motor speci cations on the machinery.
Install connections appropriately. Check for stability of connections.
If wiring through a plug/socket connection at the work station,
match work station wiring to the socket (Owner supplied), plug
(Owner supplied) and the power supply cable (Owner supplied) to the
starter-box / motor speci cations on the machinery. Install connections appropriately. Check for stability of connections.
Wire according to the electrical diagrams located within the control
box.
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Starting Box Wiring
Provide the electrical schematic wiring diagram (located within the
control box) to your Electrician prior to initiating the electrical hookup of
the machine.
Power up the Porta Power
Power up the Porta Power by depressing the green button on the starter
box. With the power on, your machine will be in a neutral position.
If the machinery fails to cycle the motor may be rotating incorrectly. To
ensure the machinery cycles properly simply reverse two of the phase
wires on the machine starter box.
Power down the Porta Power by depressing the red button on the starter
box.
Consult the installation manual of your Edwards Hydraulic Accessory
for proper installation of your Radius Roller, Horizontal Press, Tube/Pipe
Bender, or Shop Press to your Porta Power.
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1107 Sykes St., Albert Lea, MN 56007 800-373-8206 www.edwardsironworkers.com
EDWARDS
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EDWARDS
Porta Power
Porta Power
Porta Power
Operations Manual
Serial Number:
Original Instructions - PP03
07-2018
Operations Manual Table of Contents
1 General
Company Pro le
Warranty
Machine Identi cation
Operator and Supervisor Information
Signal Word De nition
Signal Word Panel
Operational Precautions
Machine Operations
Foreseeable Misuse
Machine Life Cycle
Operations Diagrams
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8 Control Panel
9 Hydraulic Accessory Power
10 Troubleshooting
Company Profile
Edwards Manufacturing Company
manufactures a full line of high
quality, low maintenance hydraulic
ironworking machines, associated
tooling and accessories that are
EDWARDS
Tool will provide consistent, long-term service. Please take time
to study this Operator’s Manual carefully to fully understand
Ironworker and Hydraulic Accessory Tool safety procedures,
set-up, operation, care, maintenance, troubleshooting and
warranty coverage prior to putting the machine into production.
Any questions not answered within this manual can be directed
to your local Edwards Ironworker dealer or factory representative.
Contact the factory:
Edwards Manufacturing
Company
1107 Sykes Street
Albert Lea, MN 56007
507 373 8206 PHONE
507 373 9433 FAX
www.edwardsironworkers.com
used in the steel fabrication industry.
With proper operation, care, and
maintenance, your Edwards
Ironworker or Hydraulic Accessory
Warranty
Edwards Manufacturing Company will, within one (1) year
of date of original purchase (proof of purchase required),
replace F.O.B. the factory, any goods, excluding punches,
dies and shear blades, which are defective in materials or
workmanship provided that the buyer return the defective
goods, freight pre-paid, to the seller, which shall be the
buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy for the defective goods.
Hydraulic components are subject to their manufacturer’s
warranty.
Edwards Manufacturing Company will, within thirty (30) days
of date of original purchase (proof of purchase required),
replace F.O.B. the factory, any punches, dies and/or shear
blades, which are defective in materials or workmanship.
This warranty does not apply to machines and/or components
which have been altered, changed or modifi ed in any way,
or subjected to abusive and abnormal use, inadequate
maintenance and lubrication, or subjected to use beyond
seller recommended capacities and specifi cations. Edwards
Manufacturing Company shall not be liable for labor costs
expended on such goods or consequential damages.
Edwards Manufacturing Company shall not be liable to
the purchaser or any other person for loss, down-time, or
damage directly or indirectly arising from the use of the
goods or from any other cause. No offi cer, employee, or
agent of Edwards Manufacturing Company is authorized to
make any oral representations or warranty of fi tness or to
waive any of the foregoing terms and none shall be binding
on Edwards Manufacturing Company.
General Questions:
sales@edwardsmfg.us
Service Questions:
service@edwardsmfg.us
Contact your dealer:
NOTE: Edwards Manufacturing is a division of JPW Industries,
Inc. References in this document to Edwards also apply to
JPW Industries, Inc., or any of its successors in interest to
the Edwards brand.
Machine Identification
Your Edwards Porta Power has been serialized for quality control, product
traceability and warranty enforcement. Please refer to the aluminum
identifi cation tag with engraved serial number, electrical and power
specifi cations when ordering parts or fi ling a warranty claim.
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Operator and Supervisor
Information
This is one of four manuals supplied with your machine.
• Installation Manual
• Safety Instructions Manual
• Operations Manual
• Maintenance Manual
READ ALL MANUALS BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY. Operating
machinery before reading and understanding the contents of all four
manuals greatly increases the risk of injury.
Each of the four machine manuals describes ‘best practices’ in handling, installing, operating and maintaining your machine. The contents
of each manual is subject to change without notice due to improvements
in the machinery or changes in National or International standards.
All rights reserved. Reproduction of this manual in any form, in whole or
in part, is not permitted without the written consent of Edwards Manufacturing Company.
Keep all manuals close to the machine to allow for easy reference when
necessary.
Signal Word Definition
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in mild or moderate injury.
Provide operators with suf cient training and education in the basic
functions of the machine prior to machine operation.
Do not allow for operation of the machine by unquali ed personnel.
Edwards Manufacturing Company is not liable for accidents arising from
unskilled, untrained operation.
Do not modify or change the machine without written authorization from
Edwards Manufacturing Company. Unauthorized modi cation to a machine may result in serious operator injury, machine damage and will
void your machine warranty.
Never leave a powered machine unattended. Turn machinery OFF be-
fore walking away.
This machine is manufactured for use by able bodied and able minded
operators only. Never operate machinery when tired or under the in uence of drugs or alcohol.
Do not resell, relocate or export to a destination other than to the original
point of sale. Edwards has designed this machine to meet the standards of the original receiving country and is not liable for meeting any
governing body or performance standards beyond those of the original
receiving country.
hazard related.
Indicates information considered important, but not
Signal Word Panel on Machine
Critical machine safety information is identi ed on signal word labels. Labels are attached adjacent to the potentially hazardous locations of the
machine. Reference the Safety Instruction Manual for additional information regarding the potentially hazardous condition identi ed on the label.
Review ALL labels on the machinery, reference the Safety Instructions Manual, the operational precautions and the safe operations
sections within this manual before any operation activity is initiated.
Failure to read and understand the signal word labels af xed to the
machinery may result in operator death or injury.
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Operational Precautions Machine Operations
Reasonable, common sense safety precautions should be observed when
operating the Porta Power. The following precautions are described in
order of their hazard.
Electrical Hazard
Dangerous high voltages are present inside the electrical enclosure
of this product. Only quali ed, authorized, maintenance or service
personnel should gain access to the electrical panel.
Lockout Power
Danger, circuits are live. Lockout / tagout upstream power source
before any maintenance activity is performed.
Hydraulic Fluid Hazard
Hydraulic hoses are under pressure. Pressurized uid can pierce
skin and cause severe injury. To avoid physical hazard, always wear
personal protective equipment when servicing / maintaining the
Ironworker.
Refer to Manuals
For safe installation, operation and maintenance of the machine,
read:
Installation Manual
Safety Instructions Manual
Operations Manual
Maintenance Manual
Wear Personal Protective Equipment
To avoid physical hazard wear protective eyewear, clothing, gloves,
footwear, head-gear and hearing protection.
Edwards Porta Power, portable hydraulic power source is designed to
provide rated, hydraulic uid power to Edwards Shop Presses, Pipe/
Tube Benders, Radius Rollers, Horizontal Presses and other Edwards
Branded Hydraulic Accessories.
The following pages detail the proper operations procedures for
setting up and safely operating the Edwards Porta Power.
Foreseeable Misuse
Do not use this equipment for any purpose not described in this
manual. Using this equipment in ways not described in this manual
could result in death or serious injury to the operator.
Machine Life Cycle
Edwards Porta Powers are designed to be generally free from risk
throughout their life cycle from installation to dismantling and disposal. Consult your local governmental agency for guidelines and procedures to ensure the safe disposal and recycling of system hydraulics, electronics and metals.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals
including Methyl Isobutyl Ketone which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov.
WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other
construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry
products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals,
work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are speci cally designed
to lter out microscopic particles. For more information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov/wood.
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Operations Diagram • Machine Front
Emergency Stop
Start Button
Lock Out Tag Out
Female Hydraulic Hose
Male Hydraulic Hose
24V Power
Limit Switch
Push Button
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Operations Diagram • Machine Back
Drain Plug
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Control Panel
Edwards Porta Power feature a centrally located, integrated Control
Panel. Hazardous voltage is present within the control panel. The
panel should only be opened and serviced by authorized personnel. An
external power source enters this panel and is distributed to the various
working components of the machine.
Push to Start
This button energizes the machine. When energized this recessed button is internally illuminated and will glow green. If the machine does
not start when pressed an emergency palm stop button may have been
previously pressed and will need to be reset to allow for the start button
to energize the machine.
Emergency Palm Stop
This button de-energizes the machine and contains a manual, safety
reset function. The projecting, red, palm stop style button is set within a
safety yellow bezel and is pushed to de-energize the machinery. Once
de-energized the machine requires the palm stop to be re-set prior to
energizing the machine. Simply rotate the emergency palm stop button
clockwise. The button will retract and the machine will be available for
powered operation.
Lockout/Tagout
This round, safety red switch is set within a square, safety yellow
housing. The switch allows for proper procedures to be followed when
de-energizing, isolating, and ensuring the energy isolation of the Porta
Power. The Lockout/Tagout switch is used, in conjunction with Owner
safety and maintenance programs to ensure that equipment and
machinery is de-energized and isolated from unexpected start-up by
physically locking machinery in a state of zero energy.
To lockout the Porta Power turn the red switch counterclockwise until
the black tagout bar is horizontal. Pull the black, spring-loaded tagout
mechanism to install the maintenance/safety lock and tag provided by
the Owner of the machinery. The machine is now de-energized and is
available for authorized personnel to maintain and service the machinery.
To open the control panel for servicing, gently pull the ‘hopper-style’
hinged cover. The cover will not open fully until a safety yellow thumb
slide located within the safety yellow housing is rotated clockwise.
Reverse operation following service to resume Ironworking.
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Hydraulic Accessory Power
The Porta Power is ready to power any Edwards branded hydraulic accessory tools. The Porta Power includes hydraulic input and
output quick connect/disconnect hardware and a series of female
M12 and Mil Spec connections allowing for the control of your hydraulic accessory tool, limit switch and 24V Power. To install your
accessory tool please observe the following steps.
Setup
Turn off power to machine by pressing the red stop / off button or
lockout upstream power at the main electrical panel.
Install an Edwards Hydraulic Accessory Tool:
1. Locate the operations control box on the front of the machine.
2. Locate the hydraulic quick connections and accessory controls on
the front of the machine.
3. LOCATE EDWARDS HYDRAULIC ACCESSORY TOOL
IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE PORTA POWER.
4. With the Porta Power power off, install the male and female accessory hydraulic hoses to the ironworker male and female quick connect hydraulic ttings. Both ttings have a detent ball setting that
must be aligned to couple and uncouple hoses.
5. Attach the accessory tool male M12 power cable, to the M12
female limit switch port. Assure your M12 connections are
seated properly. Align M12 male and female fi ttings so that
keyed surfaces align. Misalignment of surfaces will prohibit
correct operation.
6. Remove the safety cap at the Push Button Port. Attach the accessory tool control OUT / IN, male Mil Spec control cable to the Mil
Spec female accessory control port.
7. REFER TO THE SAFETY, INSTALLATION, OPERATIONS AND
MAINTENANCE MANUALS OF YOUR EDWARDS HYDRAULIC
ACCESSORY TOOL PRIOR TO OPERATION.
8. When Disconnecting your Hydraulic Accessory, Simply reverse
procedure. Replace the Safety Cap at the push button port to
restore power to your Porta Power.
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Troubleshooting
Your Edwards Porta Power is designed for consistent, long-term use. In the event of operational problems, refer to the following
troubleshooting strategies prior to contacting your Edwards Dealer. Turn off power to machine by pressing the red stop / off button or lockout
upstream power at the main electrical panel before any trouble shooting activity.
Problem Solution
Machine will not run Check safety cap at Hydraulic Accessory Pack installed
Twist E-stop if depressed
Con rm the correct voltage
Check fuses
Machine turns off after short time in use Check correct amp/voltage to machine
Hydraulics feel hot after operation Hydraulic system operates within the
160 – 190 degree range
Hydraulic oil over ow/foaming at breather cap Check hydraulic uid level
Check for loose hose coupling
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Porta Power
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Porta Power
Maintenance Manual
Original Instructions - PP04
07-2018
Maintenance Manual Table of Contents
1 General
Operator and Supervisor Information
Signal Word De nition
Signal Word Panel
2 Maintenance Precautions
Maintenance Schedule
Operator and Supervisor Information
This is one of four manuals supplied with your machine.
• Installation Manual
• Safety Instructions Manual
• Operations Manual
• Maintenance Manual
READ ALL MANUALS BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY. Operating
machinery before reading and understanding the contents of all four
manuals greatly increases the risk of injury.
Each of the four machine manuals describes ‘best practices’ in handling, installing, operating and maintaining your machine. The contents
of each manual is subject to change without notice due to improvements
in the machinery or changes in National or International standards.
All rights reserved. Reproduction of this manual in any form, in whole or
in part, is not permitted without the written consent of Edwards Manufacturing Company.
Keep all manuals close to the machine to allow for easy reference when
necessary.
Provide operators with suf cient training and education in the basic
functions of the machine prior to machine operation.
Do not allow for operation of the machine by unquali ed personnel. Edwards Manufacturing Company is not liable for accidents arising from
unskilled, untrained operation.
Do not modify or change the machine without written authorization from
Edwards Manufacturing Company. Unauthorized modi cation to a machine may result in serious operator injury, machine damage and will
void your machine warranty.
Never leave a powered machine unattended. Turn machinery OFF be-
fore walking away.
This machine is manufactured for use by able bodied and able minded
operators only. Never operate machinery when tired or under the in uence of drugs or alcohol.
Do not resell, relocate or export to a destination other than to the original
point of sale. Edwards has designed this machine to meet the standards of the original receiving country and is not liable for meeting any
governing body or performance standards beyond those of the original
receiving country.
Signal Word Definition
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in mild or moderate injury.
Indicates information considered important, but not
hazard related.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals
including Methyl Isobutyl Ketone which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov.
WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other
construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry
products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals,
work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are speci cally designed
to lter out microscopic particles. For more information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://www.p65warnings.
ca.gov/wood.
Signal Word Panel on Machine
Critical machine safety information is identi ed on signal word labels.
Labels are attached adjacent to the potentially hazardous locations of the
machine. Reference the Safety Instruction Manual for additional information regarding the potentially hazardous condition identi ed on the label.
Review ALL labels on the machinery, reference the operational precautions and safe operations sections within this manual before any
operation activity is initiated.
Failure to read and understand the signal word labels af xed to the
machinery may result in operator death or injury.
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Maintenance Precautions
Maintenance Schedule
Reasonable, common sense safety precautions should be observed
when maintaining the Porta Power. The following precautions are described in order of their hazard.
Electrical Hazard
Dangerous high voltages are present inside the electrical enclosure
of this product. Only quali ed, authorized, maintenance or service
personnel should gain access to the electrical panel.
Lockout Power
Danger, circuits are live. Lockout / tagout upstream power source
before any maintenance activity is performed.
Hydraulic Fluid Hazard
Hydraulic hoses are under pressure. Pressurized uid can pierce
skin and cause severe injury. To avoid physical hazard, always wear
personal protective equipment when servicing / maintaining the
Porta Power.
Refer to Manuals
For safe installation, operation and maintenance of the machine,
read:
Installation Manual
Safety Instructions Manual
Operations Manual
Maintenance Manual
Wear Personal Protective Equipment
To avoid physical hazard wear protective eyewear, clothing, gloves,
footwear, head-gear and hearing protection.
Slipping, Tripping and Falling
During routine maintenance hydraulic uid could spill outside of the
machine footprint. Plug hose ends when working with hydraulic
uids and clean up spills near the machinery in a timely manner.
Your Edwards Machinery will bene t from reasonable care and
periodic maintenance. Reasonable care includes daily visual
observation, general maintenance daily, weekly, monthly and
at hourly milestone intervals by operator/maintenance personnel. Perform inspections and maintenance of the electrical and
hydraulic systems of the Porta Power as follows:
Daily/Shift Change Visual Observation
Electrical System
Visually inspect incoming power and cabling on the Porta Power for
signs of damage. Cut, abraded or crushed electrical cords may present
an electrical hazard to the Operator and damage the machinery. Replace
fuses as necessary with same type and rating. See Figure 1 below.
Hydraulic System
Visually inspect exposed or surface mounted hydraulic hoses and ttings for signs of damage. Cut, abraded or crushed hydraulic hoses or
leaking ttings may present a hydraulic uid hazard to the Operator
and damage the machinery.
Plug hose ends when working with hydraulic uids and clean up spills
near the machinery in a timely manner to reduce the likelihood of
spills, trips and falls.
Failure of any element of the daily/shift change visual observation will require maintenance of the affected Porta Power component. Please follow the following maintenance procedures.
Figure 1 - Fuses
Part # Volts Phase Hertz FLA Fuse Part # Voltage Amperage SC/IR Class Qty.
213197 230 V 1~ 60 Hz 19.2 FLA Littelfuse JTD040 600 VAC 40 A 200 kA J 2
213198 230 V 3~ 60 Hz 13.6 FLA Littelfuse JTD025 600 VAC 25 A 200 kA J 3
213201 460 V 3~ 60 Hz 6.8 FLA Littelfuse JTD012 600 VAC 12 A 200 kA J 3
213202 575 V 3~ 60 Hz 5.7 FLA Littelfuse JTD010ID 600 VAC 10 A 200 kA J 3
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General Maintenance - Daily
General Maintenance - Every 5000 Hours
Lockout power to machine.
Clean your machines daily with a brush and soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild, water based detergent solution. Remove
lings, dirt, dust and grime and excess lubricant from working
surfaces. All clean surfaces must be fully dry before powering up
machine.
General Maintenance - Monthly
Lockout power to machine.
Check the ISO Viscosity 46 hydraulic uid level monthly. maintain
the correct volume of hydraulic uid in the reservoir as indicated.
General Maintenance - First 30 Hours
Lockout power to machine.
Replace the oil lter on your Porta Power after your rst 30 hours of
use. External oil lters are available through your Edwards Distributor or Edwards Manufacturing.
Lockout power to machine.
Drain used hydraulic uid, dispose of according to local or jurisdic-
tional guidelines and replace with ISO Viscosity 46 hydraulic uid
to the volume speci ed on the hydraulic uid reservoir.
When working on the hydraulic power plant use plugs to cap hose
ends during maintenance procedures to minimize uid loss. Clean
up spills near the machinery to reduce the likelihood of slips, trips
and falls.
General Maintenance - Every 1000 Hours
Lockout power to machine.
Replace the oil lter on your Porta Power after your rst 1000 hours
of use. External oil lters are available through your Edwards Distributor or Edwards Manufacturing.
When working on the hydraulic power plant use plugs to cap hose
ends during maintenance procedures to minimize uid loss. Clean
up spills near the machinery to reduce the likelihood of slips, trips
and falls.
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