Chamfering Tool Usage

Document ID:
  • FO-WI-00172
Department Owner:
Training
Effective Date:
05/29/2024
Revision:
0

I. Purpose & Scope

To safely and effectively provide instruction on the inspection and proper use of chamfering tools.

II. Definitions

Standard PPE – High Viz Garment, Hard Hat, Z-87.1 Safety Glasses, Gloves, Pants, Work Boots

III. Process

NOTE: Work instruction does not supplement the manual. For specific instructions for the exact model please refer to the owner’s manual.

A. Potential Hazards

  • Noise Hazard
  • Hazardous Atmosphere
  • Moving Parts Hazard
  • Flying Debris Hazard
  • Electric Shock Hazard
  • Air Pressure Hazard

B. PPE

  • Standard PPE
  • Hearing Protection
  • Respiratory Protection (recommended)

C. Inspection

  1. Check that screws are securely tightened. 
  2. Check that protective cover or guard is securely in place. 
  3. Check all parts are free from damage and tool runs as it should. 
  4. Check that moving parts are properly adjusted for positioning and tightened. 
  5. Check that parts are free from damage and properly mounted and that all other parts are in good condition for normal operation. 
  6. Ensure cutter is securely mounted. 
  7. Ensure spanner, wrench, etc., has been removed after any adjustments. 
  8. Check cutting tool and accessories, etc., are in good operating condition without damage or deterioration before being mounted on tool. 

D. Use

  1. Turn the start switch to OFF before connecting to the air supply line or replacing indexable insert. 

Start and Stop AMB-0307

  1. To start, pushing he Valve Ring forward and turn it counterclockwise. 
  2. To stop, turn the Valve Ring to “OFF” position. 

Start and Stop AMBL-0307

  1. To start, release the lock lever and grasp the throttle lever. 
  2. To stop, release the throttle lever. 

Adjust Chamfering Levels

  1. Loosen the Hex Socket Head Cap Screw of the Head. 
  2. Turn the Head to match the Guide line of Head with the scale of Eccentric Ring. 
  3. If the head is in a difficult position to work with loosen the Hex Socket Set Screw of Eccentric Ring to adjust the head to a proper position. 
  4. After adjustment, tighten the Hex Socket Set Screw firmly to prevent it from becoming loose during operation. 
  5. Firmly install the Head on the end of Eccentric Ring without making any clearance and tighten the Hex Socket Head Cap Screw. 

Adjustment of Radius Chamfering in Amount

  1. Fix a radius chamfering Indexable Inserts.
  2. Loosen the Hex Socket Head Cap Screw of the Head. 
  3. Turning the Head, match the scale of the Eccentric Ring with the guide line according to the size of the radius chamfering Indexable Inserts. 
  4. Set the Head to the edge of Eccentric Ring without clearance. 
  5. Conduct a test cutting. Readjust the Hex Socket Head Cap Screw of the Head, so that sizes A and B become identical. 

Adjust Chamfering Angle

  1. Loosen the Hex Socket Head Cap Screws (4 pcs) on both ends on the Plate Guide of Head. 
  2. Move the Plate Guide so that the scale of desired angle can align to the Guide Pin. 
  3. Tighten the Hex Socket Head Cap Screws. 

Operation

  1. Select the chamfering level. 
  2. Make sure that the valve is set at “OFF” position and connect the air hose to the tool.
  3. Hold the housing up. Start the tool. 
  4. Hold the housing and knob firmly. Apply the tool on to the workpieces along with the direction A carefully. 

E. Maintenance

  1. Oil tool at the air inlet and run it for a short time. 
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