Introduction
GS 18 | Version 1.05
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Introduction
You have made a good choice by purchasing the
METALLKRAFT tapping power tool.
Read the operating manual thoroughly before commissioning
the machine.
It gives you information about the proper commission-
ing, intended use and safe and efficient operation and
maintenance of your tapping power tool.
The operating manual is part of the tapping power tool
machine package. Always keep this operating manual
in the location where your tapping power tool machine is
being operated. All local accident prevention regula-
tions and general safety instructions for the operating
range of your tapping power tool machine must also be
complied with.
Illustrations in this operating manual serve the general
understanding and may deviate from the actual design.
1.1 Copyright
The contents of these instructions are copyright. They
may be used in conjunction with the operation of the
tapping power tool. Any application beyond those de-
scribed is not permitted without the written approval of
Stürmer GmbH.
For the protection of our products, we shall register
trademark, patent and design rights, as this is possible
in individual cases. We strongly oppose any infringe-
ment of our intellectual property.
1.2 Customer service
Please contact your dealer if you have questions con-
cerning your tapping power tool or if you need techni-
cal advice. They will help you with specialist information
and expert advice.
Germany:
Stürmer Maschinen GmbH
Dr.-Robert-Pfleger-Str. 26
D-96103 Hallstadt
Repair-service:
Fax:
0049 (0) 951 96555-111
E-Mail: service@stuermer-maschinen.de
Spare part orders:
Fax:
0049 (0) 951 96555-119
E-Mail: ersatzteile@stuermer-maschinen.de
We are always interested in valuable experience and
knowledge gained from using the application-which
then could be shared and be valuable to develop our
products even further.
1.3 Limitation of liability
All information and notes in these operating instructions
were summarised while taking applicable standards
and rules, the state-of-the-art technology and our long-
term knowledge and experiences into consideration.
In the following cases the manufacturer is not liable for
damages:
- Non-observance of the operating instructions,
- Inappropriate use
- Use of untrained staff,
- unauthorized modifications
- technical changes,
- Use of not allowed spare parts.
The actual scope of delivery may deviate from the ex-
planations and presentations described here in case of
special models, when using additional ordering options
or due to latest technical modifications.
The obligations agreed in the delivery contract, the gen-
eral terms and conditions as well as the delivery condi-
tions of the manufacturer and the legal regulations at the
time of the conclusion of the contract are applicable.
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Intended use
The tap is used exclusively for producing right-hand
threads in continuous operation up to max. 14 mm (9/16
") diameter in steel and aluminum. Occasionally, threads
can be cut to 18mm. However, this is not possible in
continuous operation. Left-hand threads are not possi-
ble with this machine.
Proper use also includes compliance with all information
in this manual. Any use beyond the intended use or oth-
erwise is considered misuse.
WARNING!
Danger in case of misuse!
Misuse of the device can lead to dangerous situa-
tions.
- Only operate the machine in the power range spec-
ified in the technical data.
- Never bypass or override the safety devices.
- Only operate the machine in a technically perfect
condition.
