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Safety information

RCP

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Safety information

3.1

Principle

State of the art

This machine has been constructed with state-of-the-art technology according to 
the recognized rules of safety. Nevertheless, when used improperly, dangers to 
the life and limb of the operator or to third persons or damage to the machine or 
other materials cannot be excluded.

Proper use

The machine may only be used for cutting reinforcing steel.
The diameter and tensile strength of the reinforcing steel that may be processed 
with the machine are dependent on the machine design. Please refer to the 
chapter 

Technical Data

 for information concerning your machine.

Worksites are construction sites and operations which fabricate reinforcements 
or process reinforcing iron. The machine may only be used for legal and permit-
ted purposes.
The machine must not be used for processing the following materials:

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Wires

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Pipes

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Plastics 

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Wood

Its proper use also includes the observance of all instructions contained in this 
operator's manual as well as complying with the required service and mainte-
nance instructions.
Any other use is regarded as improper. Any damage resulting from improper use 
will void the warranty and the liability on behalf of the manufacturer. The operator 
assumes full responsibility.

Summary of Contents for RCP 20

Page 1: ...Operator s manual Cutting machine with interchangeable head RCP 20 25 0215052en 002 03 2008...

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Page 3: ...Safety during the operation of hydraulic machines 15 3 9 Maintenance 15 3 10 Labels 16 3 11 Safety devices 17 4 Scope of delivery 18 5 Description 19 5 1 Application 19 5 2 Functionality 19 5 3 Compon...

Page 4: ...2 Bending head 43 11 2 1 Safety 43 11 2 2 Scope of delivery 44 11 2 3 Description 44 11 2 4 Operation 46 11 2 5 Technical data for accessories 51 12 Technical data 52 12 1 RCP 20 25 230 52 12 2 RCP 2...

Page 5: ...accordance with the instructions in this operator s manual Your reward will be troublefree operation and a high degree of availability Defective machine parts must be replaced immediately Please conta...

Page 6: ...have to carry out something in a defined sequence This symbol is used for lists DANGER This warning notice indicates hazards that result in serious injury or even death f Danger can be avoided by the...

Page 7: ...the WACKER main locations are located at the end of this op erator s manual 2 3 Described machine parts This operator s manual is valid for different machine parts from a product range Therefore some...

Page 8: ...n the machine design Please refer to the chapter Technical Data for information concerning your machine Worksites are construction sites and operations which fabricate reinforcements or process reinfo...

Page 9: ...rate the machine safely requires Proper transport storage and setup Careful operation Careful service and maintenance Operation Operate the machine only as intended and only when in proper working con...

Page 10: ...www wackergroup com Always hand over this operator s manual to other operators or to the future owner of the machine Country specific regulations Observe the country specific regulations standards an...

Page 11: ...stems in accordance with the standards governing safety You have been assigned to work on the machine by your company Incorrect operation Incorrect operation or misuse by untrained personnel can endan...

Page 12: ...reathing protection in the case of dusty ambient air optional 3 4 Transport Switching off the machine Before you transport the machine switch it off and pull the plug out of the plug receptacle Allow...

Page 13: ...lways make sure that you maintain a safe distance when working with the ma chine This applies particularly when working on scaffoldings ladders etc Caution with movable parts Keep your hands feet and...

Page 14: ...tric power supply with all machine parts in proper working condition Take special notice of the following machine parts Plug Power cable over the entire length The machine may only be connected to an...

Page 15: ...ct with hydraulic oil Remove hydraulic oil from the skim immediately with soap and water Make sure that no hydraulic oil comes gets in the eyes or on the body See a phy sician immediately if hydraulic...

Page 16: ...any missing or illegible labels Labels Description Wear safety glasses Wear hard hat Follow operator s manual Wear ear protection Wear protective gloves Wear non skid hard toed shoes Max workpiece dia...

Page 17: ...protective hood is installed for some machine designs WARNING Danger of injury due to open moving parts f Only operate the machine with properly installed and functioning safety de vices f Do not mod...

Page 18: ...ludes Only one cutting machine is included in the scope of deliver Item Designation 1 Carrying case 2 Cutting machine 3 4 mm Allen wrench 4 6 mm Allen wrench 5 Spring washer 2 pieces 6 Allen screw 2 p...

Page 19: ...2 Functionality Principle An electric motor drives a piston with thrust bolt forwards via a gear pump A valve opens at the end of the forward movement and releases the pressure A spring presses the pi...

Page 20: ...top If the ON OFF switch is pressed again after a stop in the cutting operation the knife continues its movement until the original position Oil filler neck The oil filler neck is used for filling and...

Page 21: ...ed in the cutting head Cutting of the workpiece is done by shearing off The cutting head is fastened to the machine with a collar The cutting head can be removed Instead of the cutting head a bending...

Page 22: ...carrying case 4 Wind up the power cable and place in the carrying case 5 Store both Allen wrenches in the carrying case 6 Close carrying case 7 Place the carrying case on or into a suitable means of...

Page 23: ...see nameplate of the machine or chapter Technical Data f Check if mains or power distribution on the constructions site are protected in accordance with current standards and regulations WARNING Impro...

Page 24: ...e workpiece on the fixed knife 5 Set the stop screw so that the workpiece is perpendicular to the axis of the machine 6 Tighten the jam nut WARNING Starting the machine Danger of injuries from uncontr...

Page 25: ...ecting the operating mode f Position the pressure release lever upwards to start the cutting operation f Position the pressure release lever downwards to start idle Item Designation 1 Cutting operatio...

Page 26: ...into the plug receptacle NOTICE Worn out knives Premature wear of the machine f Before beginning work check the sharpness of the knife visually f Change worn out knives NOTICE Electrical voltage Inco...

Page 27: ...ture under 5 C warm up in idle approx 1 minute before beginning work on the machine 1 Set the pressure release lever in the Release Idle position 2 Press and hold ON OFF switch The machine runs in idl...

Page 28: ...uncontrolled machine Body parts could be cut off f If the machine is guided to the workpiece the machine must always be held tight with both hands and stand securely f If the machine is on a stable f...

Page 29: ...iginal position 3 Pull the plug from the plug receptacle Cleaning the machine 1 Free the cutting head of cutting residues with suitable tools 2 Wipe the housing with a damp and clean cloth CAUTION Ele...

Page 30: ...lectrical voltage Injuries from electrocution f Remove the plug from the plug receptacle before all work on the machine Task Daily before operation As required Every 2 years Check power cable for perf...

Page 31: ...e A level and clean work surface makes work easier There is a better overview over small parts and they are not lost as easily 8 2 1 Visual inspection for damage Checking the machine f Check all machi...

Page 32: ...crews on the fixed knife 2 Changing fixed knife 3 Tighten fixed knife with both fastening screws Changing the movable knife 1 Unscrew both fastening screws on the movable knife and remove with the spr...

Page 33: ...f Let machine cool off CAUTION Hydraulic oil under pressure Squirting hydraulic oil can penetrate the skin f Only unscrew the screw plug on the oil filler neck if the thrust bolt is com pletely exten...

Page 34: ...lug on the oil filler neck slowly and carefully Hold a cloth over the oil filler neck with the second hand for protection against escaping hydraulic oil 3 Unscrew the screw plug on the oil filler neck...

Page 35: ...ler neck WARNING Hot hydraulic oil Injury by scalding f Do not open the screw plug on the oil filler neck as long as the hydraulic oil is hot f Let machine cool off CAUTION Hydraulic oil under pressur...

Page 36: ...er neck and remove with sealing ring 4 Hold the machine with the oil filler neck over the collection container and drain hydraulic oil 5 Set the pressure release lever in the Release Idle position 6 W...

Page 37: ...mpletely extend the thrust bolt 4 Pull the plug from the plug receptacle Top up with hydraulic oil 1 Place the machine so that the oil filler neck points vertically upward 2 Unscrew the screw plug on...

Page 38: ...ng the movable knife 3 Unscrew the fastening screw on the collar 4 Remove collar 5 Remove cutting head towards the front WARNING Starting the machine Danger of injuries from uncontrolled starting of t...

Page 39: ...the cutting head 1 Place the cutting head on the machine so that when sliding on the locating pin on the cutting head engages into the hole on the machine 2 Slide the cutting head to the stop Item Des...

Page 40: ...ng head 1 Put the collar on 2 Turn and tighten the fastening screw on the collar 3 Tighten movable knife with both fastening screws and spring washers Item Designation 1 Fastening screw 2 Movable knif...

Page 41: ...n cable with sufficient cross section Power cable interrupted Check power cable have it re placed if defective Thrust bolt moves out incom pletely or unevenly Insufficient hydraulic oil in the hydraul...

Page 42: ...ld be disposed and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner During disposal of the machine observe the country specific rules and regula tions e g the European Directive for obsolete electrical...

Page 43: ...e machine are dependent on the machine design Please refer to the chapter Technical Data for information concerning your machine Worksites are construction sites and operations which fabricate reinfor...

Page 44: ...terchangeable head In the installed condition the bending head can be used to bend reinforcing steel Using the two exchangeable molding pieces two different bending radii can be set Item Designation 1...

Page 45: ...etely forward the smallest possible bending angle is made Any desired larger angle can be bent when the forwards movement is interrupted by releasing the ON OFF switch If the pressure release lever is...

Page 46: ...bending head 1 Place the bending head on the machine so that when sliding it on the locat ing pin on the bending head engages into the bore on the machine 2 Slide the bending head to the stop WARNING...

Page 47: ...1 Put the collar on 2 Turn and tighten the fastening screw on the collar 3 Tighten the die with the fastening screw spring washer and nut onto the thrust bolt Item Designation 1 Collar 2 Nut 3 Die 4 F...

Page 48: ...g screw on the thrust bolt and remove with spring wash er and nut 2 Remove die 3 Unscrew the fastening screw on the collar 4 Remove collar 5 Remove bending head towards the front Item Designation 1 Co...

Page 49: ...ighten the molding piece with the fastening screw Bending the workpiece Item Designation 1 Molding piece 2 Fastening screw WARNING Movable tool Body parts could be crushed f Do not touch the bending h...

Page 50: ...has been reached If the smallest possible bending angle should be made Hold down the ON OFF switch until the die is completely retracted If the another bending angle should be made Release the ON OFF...

Page 51: ...Length x Width x Height mm 190 x 125 x 90 220 x 290 x 130 Weight kg 5 3 8 5 Min bending radius on the inside of the workpiece mm 18 Bending angle 180 65 180 80 The smallest possible bending angle depe...

Page 52: ...ent consumption A 6 8 Class rating II Protection class IP 20 Engine speed rpm 14 000 Operating temperature C F 20 to 50 4 to 122 Hydraulic oil specification HLP ISO 46 Hydraulic oil fill quantity l ga...

Page 53: ...mption A 11 0 Class rating II Protection class IP 20 Engine speed rpm 14 000 Operating temperature C F 20 to 50 4 to 122 Hydraulic oil specification HLP ISO 46 Hydraulic oil fill quantity l gal 0 6 0...

Page 54: ...mption A 11 0 Class rating II Protection class IP 20 Engine speed rpm 14 000 Operating temperature C F 20 to 50 4 to 122 Hydraulic oil specification HLP ISO 46 Hydraulic oil fill quantity l gal 0 6 0...

Page 55: ...of cable for a des ignated extension Note Refer to the nameplate or the chapter Technical data via the item number for the type designation and voltage rating of your machine Voltage V Extension m Cr...

Page 56: ...h a length of 50 m 164 ft The machine has an input voltage of 230 V According to the table the extension cable must feature a cross section area of 1 5 mm2 AWG 16 Machine Voltage V Extension ft Cross...

Page 57: ...tion machines Category Cutting machine with interchangeable head fulfill the requirements of the following directives 98 37 EC 2004 108 EC EN 61000 2006 95 EC Type RCP 20 RCP 25 Machine type number 06...

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Page 59: ...the following scope Machine manufacture Construction machines This Q System complies with the requirements of DIN EN ISO 9001 2000 and the requirements of the German and international Road Traffic Act...

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