REX MANTIS 120A, Operation Manual

Page 1: ...chine Be sure to give this Operation Manual to the user To ensure safe and effective use read this Operation Manual carefully before use Keep this manual handy so the user can refer to it when necessary Date of Purchase Year Month Sales Agent 50 60Hz XB125 Chain Vice XB120A Flat Vice 0 A ...

Page 2: ...the instructions acording to the model you purchased Chain Vice Flat Vice For the XB125 read those sections with this symbol For the XB120A read those sections with this symbol 1 Transportation Setting up 2 Unlocking the Frame 3 Power Supply 4 Changing the Blade 5 Preliminary Inspection 1 Adjusting the Cutting Load 1 Cutting 3 What to do if the motor stops 2 Whattodoifthebladeslips 2 Clamping the ...

Page 3: ...hat could possibly result in death or severe injury to the user if the machine is used incorrectly CAUTION indicates actions that could possibly result in injury to the user or physical damage to property or to the machine or if the machine is used incorrectly Even items described as CAUTION could have serious results under certain conditions Be sure to observe these warnings carefully as they gre...

Page 4: ... the table in the Troubleshooting section of this manual to determine the cause of the problem and then take the appropriate action Continuing to use the unit when it is operating abnormally may result in heat smoke or fire and may lead to accident or injury In the event that the unit heats up or produces smoke do not attempt to disassemble it yourself Have it inspected and repaired by an authoriz...

Page 5: ...ecaution may cause electric shock or short circuit resulting in fire When using an extension cord inspect it regularly and replace it in the event of damage When using the unit outdoors use an extension cord designed for outdoor use Failure to observe this precaution may cause electric shock or short circuit resulting in fire Keep the handles clean and dry and do not get oil or grease on them as t...

Page 6: ...re the frame does not drop down unexpectedly Make sure the frame does not drop down unexpectedly as this may damage the blade 9 Do not subject the unit to violent shocks This product contains precision parts that may be damaged if the unit is dropped hit or otherwise subjected to shock Be particularly careful not to drop the unit during transport This may result in damage to the machine or injury ...

Page 7: ...Vice φ125mm 100mm φ60mm XB120A Flat Vice φ120mm 105mm φ60mm φ50mm 50mm Hex wrench 5mm 1 Socket wrench 17mm 1 Hex wrench 10mm 1 33kg 35kg Plate A Plate B Vice Knob Handle Frame cover Cover lock Rear handle Chain handle Caster Chain lock knob Switch Reset button overload protection Base INTERIOR OF FRAME COVER Tension lever Guide roller SELI head Blade Motor Frame lock knob REAR Load adjustment knob...

Page 8: ...M M 2 4 H H H H Conduit Thick steel M M Thin steel L L L Steel round bar section steel 1 9mm LL 2 3 4mm M M 3 5 4 9mm M M 5mm H H Stainless steel 1 2mm LL 1 3 2mm L L 2 1 3 9mm M M 4mm H Resin pipe LL LL LL LL Cast iron pipe H H Selecting the Cutting Load and Blade LL ultra light load L light load M medium load H heavy load Notes The figures in the table are examples only Select the blade and cutt...

Page 9: ...ELF The unit should always be carried by two or more people Fig 3 Setting up 1 Place the unit on level ground Place the unit on level ground and in a stable position If it is placed on an incline it may topple during operation resulting in accident or injury CAUTION 1 Pull the frame lock knob on the bottom left hand side of the motor and at the same time turn it 90 either clockwise or counterclock...

Page 10: ...ed with a leakage breaker 3 Power Supply Fig 6 Before grounding check the plug to make sure there are no abnormalities Use a tester insulation resistance tester or the like to check for current between the plug and the metal part of the unit base Always follow local laws and regulations relating to earth leakage breakers and grounding When using an extension cord When the power outlet is at a dist...

Page 11: ...ng Trial cutting set the load to Light L and make one or two cuts in a gas pipe measuring 50A or larger Removing the frame cover 1 Open the frame and release the two cover locks on the bottom of the frame Fig 7 2 Hold the frame cover and slide it upward to remove Fig 8 Note There is a hook on the top of the frame cover Slide it upwards to unhook it Fig 9 When removing the frame cover make sure the...

Page 12: ...check to make sure the blade does not become misaligned or come loose When blade attachment is complete be sure to replace the frame cover 1 Insert the power plug into the outlet 2 With the frame open set the ON OFF switch on the right front section of the base to the ON position 3 Check the following Make sure there is no abnormal noise coming from the motor or moving parts Make sure the blade do...

Page 13: ...t LL Ultra light load L Light load M Medium load H Heavy load Fig 14 Fig 15 Fig 16 Fig 17 Chain handle 1 Chain lock knob 2 4 5 3 Place workpiece Chain handle Chain lock knob Pr eparing for Cutting 10 XB125 Chain Vice Figs 15 17 1 Turn the chain lock knob anti clockwise and release the chain lock Fig 15 2 Unhook the chain handle and place at the rear of the vice Fig 15 3 Place the workpiece in the ...

Page 14: ...he vice knob and move Plate B up against the workpiece Fig 19 Turn the vice knob clockwise and fix the workpiece securely in position Note Make sure the workpiece is flush with the base of the vice or the cut will not be straight Cutting at an angle 0 45 Loosen the 2 bolts on Plate A with the socket wrench supplied with the machine Fig 21 Set Plate A at the desired angle on the scale and tighten t...

Page 15: ...lade or result in slanted cutting Do not lower the blade on the workpiece too suddenly This may damage the blade or result in slanted cutting 5 From this point on the unit will cut automatically When cutting is complete the switch will shift to the OFF position and the motor will stop Fig 25 3 Set the ON OFF switch on the front right section of the base to the ON position The blade will start turn...

Page 16: ...ws 1 Set the ON OFF switch to the OFF position 2 Eliminate the cause 3 Press the RESET button below the ON OFF switch Fig 26 Note If the motor has overheated it may not be possible to reset the unit immediately In such a case wait a few minutes and then press the RESET button again 4 Removing theWorkpiece Figs 27 29 1 Hold the handle and lift the frame to its highest point Check to make sure the f...

Page 17: ...nst Plate A Flat Vice 5 Finishing the Cutting Process Figs 30 31 1 Hook the chain handle hook onto the base and gently turn the chain lock knob clockwise to lock the chain Clean away any chips that have been produced during cutting Note When cladding tubes etc have been cut resin chips or the like may stick to the pulley inside the frame and cause the blade to slip Be sure to wipe away these chips...

Page 18: ...aneously grasping the handle and lifting the frame so it is vertical Figs 32 33 2 Set the ON OFF switch to the ON position The blade will start rotating 3 Place the workpiece on a contour table and cut it slowly Fig 34 Notes Cut particularly slowly when cutting inward or downward When cutting downward press the blade against the workpiece with less force and make sure your body does not lunge forw...

Page 19: ...be sure to set the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and remove the plug from the outlet If the unit is left plugged in during inspections or maintenance it may start up unexpectedly leading to injury 兟 If a problem is discovered during inspection or maintenance check the Troubleshooting table and take the appropriate action Continued use of the unit without correcting the problem may result in he...

Page 20: ... are adjusted properly Check to see if the SELI head bearings are worn If they are replace them Keep the unit clean Using a cloth or rag periodically wipe away any chips dust and so on from the frame and pulley sections Note Be careful not to get the motor wet 2 Maintenance of Parts Fig 36 Maintenance This unit is a precision instrument If it fails to function properly do not try to repair it your...

Page 21: ...pe Cutting takes a long time Cutting load is set too light Set the load to match the material being cut Page 5 Number of blade teeth does not match material being cut Replace blade with one that matches the material being cut Page 5 Blade is worn Replace blade Saw vibrates during cutting Tension lever is not set to the LOCKED side Set tensionlever to LOCKED side Workpiece is not clamped securely C...

Page 22: ...Motor does not work Overload protection unit has been activated Use the procedure on Page 12 to reset Power plug has come out of electric outlet Insert plug into outlet There is a short in the power cord Have unit repaired or serviced Switch is faulty Have unit repaired or serviced Motor is faulty Have unit repaired or serviced Motor stops when cutting Overload protection unit has been activated U...

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