Orbitalum RPG ONE, RPG 1.5, RPG 2.5 Operating Instructions Manual
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power.
simplicity.
Operating
instructions
Tube Squaring Machines
RPG ONE
RPG 1.5
RPG 2.5
Cordless
Electric
Code 790 036 766
Translation of original operating instructions
│ Machine No.:
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Table of contents
Page
0 About these instructions 1
0.1
Warning messages 1
0.2
Other symbols and displays 2
0.3
Abbreviations 2
1
Safety instructions 3
1.1
Intended Use 3
1.2
Safety Regulations 3
1.3
Working with safety in mind 4
1.4
Environmental Protection/Disposal 6
1.5
Further safety regulations 6
2
Design of the product 7
2.1
RPG ONE Electric 7
2.2 RPG ONE Cordless 7
2.3
RPG 1.5 Electric 8
2.4
RPG 1.5 Cordless 8
2.5
RPG 2.5 Electric 9
2.6 RPG 2.5 Cordless 9
2.7
RPG 2.5 (Cordless) tool mounting plate 10
2.8
Accessories 11
2.8.1
Multifunctional tool (MFW) 11
2.8.2
Tool holder (WH) for beveling and squaring 11
2.8.3
Adapter clamping shell 12
2.8.4
Stainless steel clamping shells 12
3
Features and scope of application 13
3.1
Features 13
3.2
Scope of application 14
3.2.1
Application range 14
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Technical data 14
4.1
Characteristics 14
5
Commissioning 15
5.1
Included with the machine* 15
5.2
Connection requirements 15
5.3
Assembly of the bench stand 15
5.4
Transportation 16
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Operation 17
6.1
Determining tube dimension 18
6.2
Assembly of multifunctional tool (MFW) and tool holder
(WH) 18
6.2.1
Mount multifunctional tool 18
6.2.2
Assemble tool holder 19
6.3
Setting up and/or replacing clamping shell 20
6.3.1
Remove a clamping shell 20
6.3.2
Inserting a clamping shell 21
6.4
RPG 2.5: Setting up and/or replacing adapter clamping shell 22
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6.4.1 When is the adapter clamping shell necessary? 22
6.4.2
Removing clamping shell 22
6.4.3
Inserting adapter clamping shell 23
6.5
Clamping the tube 24
6.6
Selecting the speed range 25
6.6.1
Adjusting the speed: RPG Electric 25
6.6.2
Adjusting the speed: RPG Cordless 26
6.7
Processing the tube 27
6.7.1
Turn on the RPG Electric 28
6.7.2
Switching on RPG Cordless 28
6.7.3
Facing, feeds and Adjustments 29
6.7.4
Switching off RPG Electric 29
6.7.5
Switching off RPG Cordless 30
6.8
Processing in restricted environments 30
6.8.1
Change position of drive 30
6.8.2
Change position of body 31
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Maintenance 32
8
What to do if? 33
8.1
Troubleshooting 33
8.2
Servicing/after-sales service 33
9
EU declaration of conformity 34
9.1 RPG ONE, RPG 1.5, RPG 2.5 34
9.2
RPG ONE Cordless, RPG 1.5 Cordless, RPG 2.5 Cordless 35
Operating instructions RPG ONE, RPG 1.5, RPG 2.5 0 About these instructions
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0 About these instructions
For a quick understanding of these instructions and safe operation of the
machine, all the warning messages, notes and symbols used in these
instructions are presented here along with their meaning.
0.1 Warning messages
In these instructions, warning messages are used to warn you about the risks
of bodily injuries or property damage. Please read and observe these warning
messages at all times!
This is a warning symbol. It is designed to warn you against
risks of injury.
Please follow all instructions marked with this safety symbol in
order to avoid injuries or death.
Warning
Symbol
Meaning
DANGER
Direct danger!
Non-observance could result in death or critical injury.
: Restrictions (if applicable).
X Measures to minimize risks.
WARNING
Possible danger!
Non-observance could result in serious injury.
: Restrictions (if applicable).
X Measures to prevent risks.
ATTENTION
Dangerous situation!
Non-observance could result in minor injuries.
ATTENTION
Dangerous situation!
Non-observance could result in material damage.
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0.2 Other symbols and displays
Symbol Meaning
Important
Note
Notes: Contain particularly important information to be
understood.
Instruction: You should pay attention to this symbol.
1.
Request for action in a sequence of actions: You need to do
something here.
X
Single request for action: You need to do something here.
Z
Conditional request for action: You need to do something
here if the specified condition is met.
0.3 Abbreviations
Abbr. Meaning
RPG Tube Squaring Machine with electric drive
RPG Cordless Tube Squaring Machine with cordless drive
MFW Multifunctional tool
WH Tool holder
QTC® Quick Tool Change
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Warning: While using electrical tools, the following safety measures need
to be observed in order to protect against electrical shock, risk of injury
or fire.
Read all these instructions before using this electrical tool, and preserve
the safety instructions carefully.
1 Safety instructions
The Tube Squaring Machine (later called RPG ONE, RPG 1.5 or RPG 2.5
(Cordless)) is built to state-of-the-art technology. Using this machine in a
manner other than that described in this manual can lead to personal injuries to
the user or of third parties. Furthermore, the machine or other objects may by
damaged.
Therefore:
• Always ensure that the machine is in good working order and comply with
these notes on safety.
• Keep complete documents close by the machine.
• Generally recognised procedures for the prevention of accidents should be
observed.
1.1 Intended Use
• Use RPG ONE, RPG 1.5 or RPG 2.5 exclusively as a bench machine for
processing thin-walled stainless-steel or steel tubes and welded micro
fittings.
• Use RPG ONE Cordless, RPG 1.5 Cordless or RPG 2.5 Cordless
exclusively as a mobile machine for processing thin-walled stainless-steel
or steel tubes and welded micro fittings at fixed tubeline systems.
• The user will be the only person liable for damages caused by
improper use.
1.2 Safety Regulations
• Only use the dimensions and materials specified in these instructions.
Other materials should be used only after consulting the Orbitalum Tools
after-sales service.
• Please read through the operating instructions and safety prescriptions
completely, before using the rechargeable battery and charger of the
RPG ONE Cordless, RPG 1.5 Cordless or RPG 2.5 Cordless.
• Only use original Orbitalum Tools spare parts and resources.
• Inspect the RPG ONE, RPG 1.5 or RPG 2.5 daily for visible signs of
damage or defects. Have any damages or defects repaired immediately.
Important
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• Work on the electrical equipment must only be carried out by a qualified
electrician.
• Only operate the RPG ONE, RPG 1.5 or RPG 2.5 if the electrical restart
prevention is working correctly.
• Switch off the machine, allow it to run to a standstill and take out the plug
from the power supply unit or take out the rechargeable battery before any
change of tools, transport, maintenance and repair operations.
1.3 Working with safety in mind
“Make your contribution to safety in the workplace.”
• Report any unusual response from the machine to the person responsible
immediately.
• Be aware of safety aspects at all times during work.
• When working with the RPG, wear protective goggles and safety gloves.
• Tie up long hair (hair-net); do not wear loose-fitting clothes.
Note: Jewellery and ties could get caught in the rotating parts!
• Check that the work piece is correctly clamped.
• After the work process, have the machine switched off and let it run to a
standstill.
• Switch the machine off, allow it to run to a standstill or take out the
rechargeable battery before any change of tools, cleaning, maintenance,
setup and repair operations.
• During operations, keep hands away from the tools.
• Be aware of environmental influences: Do not use electric tools and
rechargeable batteries in a damp or wet environment. Ensure lighting is
adequate. Do not use in close proximity to flammable liquids or gases.
• Do not carry the electric tool by the cable and do not use the electric tool to
pull out the plug. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges (chips).
• Before and during the processing of tubes, ensure that the viewing window
is closed.
• In order to reduce vibrations, always work with sharp multifunctional tools
(MFW).
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Danger of being injured by sharp cutting edges
: Do not touch the running tool while the machine is operating.
► Wear safety gloves.
► Tie up long hair (hair-net); do not wear loose-fitting clothes.
► Use the tube squaring machine only when the tube has been clamped.
► No chips or workpiece parts should be removed from the processing area
as long as the machine is running and the tool is not yet at rest.
Danger of eyes and hands being injured by hot and sharp-edged chips
flying around
: Do not touch the running tool while the machine is operating.
► Always wear protective goggles and safety gloves.
► Remove chips only with safety gloves. Remove long and bent chips with
pincers and/or side cutting pliers.
Danger of death by electric shock
If the mains cable is damaged, live parts may cause death if touched directly.
: Do not leave the power cord of the electric motor near the processing area
and/or the tool.
: Do not run the machine unattended.
Danger to life by unintentionally touching the ON/OFF switch
► The machine may only be operated using a fault current (FI) protect switch.
► Allow the machine to run to a standstill and remove the power plug from the
power supply unit or take out the rechargeable battery before any change
of tools, cleaning, maintenance, setup and repair operations.
WARNING
WARNING
DANGER
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1.4 Environmental Protection/Disposal
• Dispose of chips and used gear lubricant oil according to the regulations.
Discarded electric tools and accessories contain a large share of
valuable raw and synthetic materials, which can be recycled. Therefore:
• Electrical (electronic) devices that are marked with the symbol to the left,
may not be disposed of with household waste in accordance with EU
regulations.
• By actively using the offered return and collection systems, you actively
contribute to the reuse, recycling and utilization of electrical (electronic)
devices.
• Electrical (electronic) used devices contain parts, which must be handled
selectively according to EU regulations. Separate collection and selective
treatment is the basis for environment-friendly disposal and the protection
of human health.
• Our appliances and products that were sold to you after August 13, 2005
will be disposed of according to legal standards after they have been
delivered free of cost to us by the customer.
• Taking back old appliances, which pose a risk to human health or safety
due to soiling during their use, may be refused.
• The disposal of old appliances that were placed on the market before
August 13, 2005 is the responsibility of the end user. Please contact a
disposal unit near you for this purpose.
• Important for Germany: our products may not be disposed of in municipal
disposal sites as they are used for industrial purposes only.
• Accumulators and batteries that are marked with the symbol to the left
may not be disposed of with household garbage according to EU directive
91/157/EEA.
• In batteries containing harmful substances, the chemical sign for the heavy
metal contained is indicated below the garbage can: Cd = Cadmium
• For Germany, it holds that: The end user is liable to return defective or
used batteries to the distributor or to a recycling center established for the
purpose.
1.5 Further safety regulations
Observe the regulations, standards and guidelines applicable in your country.
(as per RL 2002/96/EC)
Cd
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2 Design of the product
2.1 RPG ONE Electric
1 Tool recipient/housing 5 Fixing button
2 Viewing window 6 ON-OFF switch
3 Feed with scale divisions 7 Bench stand (removable)
4 Driving motor Metabo 1010 Plus 8 Release handle for fixing the
clamping shells
2.2 RPG ONE Cordless
1 Tool recipient/housing 5 Rechargeable battery
2 Viewing window 6 ON-OFF switch/speed regulator
3 Feed with scale divisions 7 Release handle for fixing the
4 Metabo driving motor clamping shells
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2.3 RPG 1.5 Electric
1 Large clamp handle 6 Fixing button
2 Tool recipient/housing 7 ON-OFF switch
3 Viewing window (slidable) 8 Bench stand (removable)
4 Feed with scale divisions 9 Small clamp handles
5 Driving motor Metabo 1010 Plus
2.4 RPG 1.5 Cordless
1 Large clamp handle 5 Rechargeable battery
2 Viewing window (slidable) 6 ON-OFF switch/speed regulator
3 Feed with scale divisions 7 Small clamp handle
4 Metabo driving motor 8 Tool recipient/housing
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