OPERATORS MANUAL - Empire Machinery & Tools Ltd.
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1. Blades std eere 2 pcs 2 pcs 2 pcs 2 pcs 4 x 50 x 75 4 x 50 x 75 4 x 50 IS 4 x 50 x 75 Side wall thickness 375 steel plate 1 steel plate 1 steel plate 1 steel plate Dry weight nn 215 lbs 375 lbs 540 Ibs 460 Ibs Approx Shipping weight 280 Ibs 450 Ibs 620 Ibs 540 Ibs DIMENSIONS MODEL 2024 1624 1630 1424 A Floor to top of machine 37 39 41 41 B Overall stand length 36 36 38 44 C Overall machine only height 18 22 24 24 D Floor to cut height 32 33 32 34 34 35 34 25 E Stand height 26 28 26 28 26 28 26 28 F Main frame width 6 75 8 8 8 G Machine base to cut height 5 125 9 4375 Cia FAZ H Overall machine width 40 40 40 40 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE REMOVING SLITTER FROM ITS CRATE DO NOT REMOVE OR INSTALL ANY PARTS UNTIL INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN READ CAUTION Care should be taken when removing the slitter from it s crate Lift from underneath or from lifting p2. back off the set screw 26 on the right housing arm 3 to also allow shoulder bolt backgauge bar movement 5d Make adjustments in very small increments as very little is needed to change the bar s loading angle Check measurements after each adjustment then slowly tighten the hex bolts 15 and 16 first Check again to asure the settings are correct before tightenin vue shoulder bolts 73 and 14 When the correct load angle is achieved and all bolts are tightened replace all set screws 26 5e The backgauge assembly should slide freely if unacceptable refer to Cant Adjustment Right KNOB 6 must be loose to allow the HOUSIHG 3 to LEFT KHOB 5 move with the VAR during adjustmen BAR 1 ivots at this BOLT 15 BAR 1 pivots at this Turn this SCREW a Be towards the SHOULDER BOLT 14 to push BAR This SCREW 26 must be 1 forward backed off to allow BOLT 13 to move as the BAR BACKGAUGE is being adjusted s screw to Rto move Back off thi BA llow Cant adjustment STRAIGHT EDGE TOOL TOP BLADE 61 screws 27 BLADE CUTTING DEPTH The proper cutting depth ensures complete shearing of the metal while slitting This depth or setting is adjusted by the removal or addition of shims under either the upper or lower front shaft bearings 64 This adjustment affects the amount of pull the blades will exert on the material while slitting and when properly adjusted will ensure the sheet being
3. reverse blades re sharpen N inspect and tighten inspect replace N See Cant adjustment P9 4 inspect clean and lubricate with oil inspect and tighten grease via fittings at ends of shafts check for damage and remove lubricate with open gear compound grease adjust inspect and tighten set screw inspect and replace gears must spin freely on the shafts check for clearance between the l inspect and correct assemblies and the retainer washers N nanan check for warpage of the mounting plate 1 800 245 0714 10 11 PARTSLIST ITEM SORRROIDSUNRHODDAIICOHBAONDDONUARARDUONND PART 22609 22614 22633 22628 22647 22740 22755 22769 22774 22769 22774 22596 22717 22721 22736 22806 22788 22806 22793 22811 22581 22309 22328 22347 22314 22333 22352 14002 14017 22366 22371 22385 22825 23207 23231 23264 23298 14021 14069 22277 22281 22296 22262 22239 22243 22258 SERIAL NUMBERS STARTING FROM 40000 ITEM DESCRIPTION Linear motion Backgauge bar L Housing arm assy 2024 1624 L Housing arm assy 1424 1630 R Housing arm assy 2024 1624 R Housing arm assy 1424 1630 Pointer assembly 2024 Pointer assembly 1624 1424 1630 L Clamp knob 2024 2 L Clamp knob 1624 1424 1630 2 5 R Clamp knob 2024 2 R Clamp knob 1624 1424 1630 2 5 Backgauge material shelf 14 1 guide shafts 2024 1624 33 1 gui
4. slit will be pulled thru by the blades requiring minimum effort from the operator The proper chord width having the best results has been found to be 625 5 8 wide See Fig 1 CAUTION Exceeding the maximum chord width may not improve cutting capacity but may lead to possible damage to the slitter caused by the excessive loads brought upon by too much blade over lap BLADE CLEARANCE Blade clearance is adjusted by the use of shims of varying thickness which are located behind either cutting blades 61 The proper blade clearance should be from 0005 0015 which gives a good practical average for the various thicknesses of metal and enables the blades to hold a sharp cutting edge for a long period of time Clearance unm ei BOE Bai5 a Hirectian E of cut E shae a Factory mark Bottom A c A RE lt B625 gt A er to the right of center power bearing SEA BLADE DIVERGENCE ANGLE To assure a longer blade life the cutting blades 67 of the slitter are set at a very slight angle to each other which helps eliminate the abrasive wearing action on the sides of the blades as the sheared edge of the sheetmetal passes by the blades after being parted This angle which has been pre set and marked at the factory is accomplished by setting the lower front shaft bearing 64 to the right of center 1 16 inch See Fig 1 Backgage Wi E prs BECEecii n OF EHE y PAPFBEIP
5. the hex nuts 60 by turning in a counter clockwise direction re carefull not to damage the blades breaker bar with a 1 1 8 socket should be used in this procedure Carefully remove the blades and square keys from the shafts You will now have access to the lower bearin moyning screws 65 loosen the screws enough to move the lower bearing 1 8 to the left of its origional position To move the lower er easily use a large flat blade screwdriver and place it between the bearing housing and the slitter side wall then slowly pry the bearing to the left 1 8 7 Once prapory positioned re tighten the bearing screws to approximately 65 ft Ibs The top blade can now be installed and tightened When re installing the bottom blade check for proper clearance before tightening the hex nut CAUTION If there is insufficient clearance between the blades when the hex nut is tightened DAMAGE to the blade edges will occur Shims may be needed to achieve the proper blade clearance NOTE The safest way to prevent damage is to always use more shims then necessary at first then remove the needed amount after measuring and calculating for the proper 0005 0015 clearance 8 After all settings have been converted and double checked replace all guards and covers before operating slitter Keep blades clean and properly adjusted to ensure quality cuts and extended blade life Should the origional blade edges become dull the blades may be remo
6. HERS 0 8PCS 3 8 LOCK WASHERS LEFT TO RIGHT FEED DIRECTION NOTE IF YOUR SHOP FLOOR PLAN REQUIRES THE MATERIAL FLOW TO TRAVEL IN THE LEFT to RIGHT DIRECTION THEN FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO REVERSE YOUR SLITTER S FEED DIRECTION WARNING z DISCONNECT POWER TO MACHINE BEFORE SERVICING ah i Ha meugt bo lanao LEFT KHOB 5 move with the BAR A during 1 Remove Motor guard cover and the motors service plate to gain A pws access to he wiring Refer to the Manufacturer s wing uc xd schematics to determine which wires need to be switched in order Turn this SCREW 99 to reverse the motor s rotation towards the R CAUTION THIS PROCEDURE SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY forma backed of fo alow BOLT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE pacxcayce fto move as the BAR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE OR POSSIBLE INJURY TO dies BAR 1 e Rn he S d d 93 94 95 f th emove the Scrapguide pin and spring 94 rom the machine NOTE The purchase of a right side Scrapguide ss V F ae T 9 to push BAR i Thig SCREW 26 must be assembly from the Factory or nearest Distributor will be needed if gt the use of a Scrapguide is desired ben wi 3 Ifthe optional Scrapguide is to be used then remove the two L mounting brackets 17 and re install to the right side of the machine Align the Scrapguide 93 to ensure the gap in the ears are at the same height as the backgauge bar s eH machined groove Once proper height and al
7. I o Sar pev A cae ago Bottom Blade b Angle A Blade W Bottom Shaft Centerline Anggiegence Top Shaft Centerline NOTE The angles shown are exaggerated STAND INSTALLATION S 1 STAND Fig 4 Assemble the parts as illustrated Do not fully tighten the 7 16nc hex bolts until the slitter is properly centered on the assembled stand Position the machine and stand with the use of a level or framing square then tighten the 7 16 hex bolts to approximately 20 ft Ibs PARTS LIST 2PCS ANGLE BRACES 53 2PCS FLAT DIAGONAL BRACES 52 2PCS STAND FRAMES 51 4PCS 1 2NC X 2 1 2 LEVELING BOLTS 50 10PCS 7 16 HEX NUTS 14 PCS 7 16 FLAT WASHERS 10 PCS 7 16NC X 1 1 4 HEX SCREWS c3c3cccc3c SM2 PREMIUM STAND Fig 5 Inserted into the bottom of each Stand Frame 61 the 3 1 STAND 1 2nc x 2 1 2 hex leveling bolts 50 and hex nuts Attach the Stand Shelf 62 to both Stand Frames 61 as illustrated Secure with the 3 8nc x 3 4 carriage bolts but do not tighten Carefully place the slitter on the stand assembly SM STAND and secure with the 7 16nc x 1 1 4 hex bolts Square up the slitter to the stand assembly then tighten all mounting bolts securely PARTS LIST 2PCS STAND FRAMES 61 1 PC SHELF 62 D 4PCS 7 M16NC x1 1 4 HEX SCREW 0 4PCS 7 16NC HEX NUTS 8PCS 7 16 FLAT WASHERS 0 8PCS 3 8NCx3 4 CARRIAGE BOLTS 0 8PCS 3 8NC HEX NUTS 8PCS 3 8 FLAT WAS
8. IHANK YOU Your new WILDER WORKHORSE Power Slitter has been professionally assembled by factory trained technicians To insure quality workmanship C N C Computer Numerical Controlled manufactured components are installed in all WILDER slitters then inspected and put through operational tests Your new slitter will give you years of satisfactory trouble free operation if properly cared for and maintained This Operator s Manual is your guide for the correct and safe use of your WILDER WORKHOSE Power Slitter Please notify us ifthere are any problems recommendations or questions that you may have For your convenience we have a toll free line 1 800 245 0714 We know that happy and satisfied customers mean future business Sincerely Roy Claassen President MODEL 2024 1624 1630 11424 Serial Number Date of Purchase 199 Purchased from Address City State Zip Phone Number Service Rep Sales Person TABLE OF CONTENTS AOS TABLE of CONTENTS PURCHASE RECORD BEFORE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICATIONS EN cc fede SLITTER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS E A een CANT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS IUUU ITA ITERUM e MISALIGNMENT PROBLEMS Illustrations BACKGAUGE LOADING ANGLE INSTRUCTIONS JL BLADE OVERLAP BLADE CLEARANCES BLADE DIVERGENCE STAND INSTALLATION LEFT to RIGHT FEED CONVERSION 9 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY 10 Itc I TROUBLESHOOTING P uni Le a TRO
9. L HARTE LIST PARTS ILLUSTRATION BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE SAFETY All WILDER equipment are designed for operator safety However for SAFE OPERATION it is the sole responsibility of the user to insure that the equipment is properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable governmental codes Failure to follow the Ves d ccn procautons and safety procedures outlined in this manual or to make modifications to equipment CAN result in a serious or fatal accident WARNING This statement preceding any instruction means failure to observe can cause injury to personnel CAUTION This statement preceding any instruction means failure to observe can cause damage to the equipment OPERATION The WILDER WORKHORSE Power Slitter is a portable continuous sheetmetal slitter that uses opposed driven rotary blades powered by a 115 volts electric motor It may be benched mounted or installed on an optional stand which is available Optimum operating height from the floor to the backgauge bar is approximately 32 35 Standard feed direction when facing the machine is right to left WILDER MACHINERY COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE ALTERATIONS AS MAY BE NECESSARY FOR THIS REASON ILLUSTRATIONS AND PARTICULARS CONTAINED HEREIN MAY NOT CONFORM IN EVERY DETAIL TO THE MODELS IN CURRENT PRODUCTION PLEASE READ OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE ANY INSTALLATION IS TO BE ATTEMPTED ALL operators should read Manua
10. T PARTS All parts are stocked at the Factory If parts are to be ordered be sure to include Model and serial number of slitter WARRANTY Your new WILDER product is warranted to be free under normal and proper use from defects in workmanship and materials for 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not protect against problems caused by misuse improper installation improper operation overloading or the like This warranty is in lieu of any express warranty You must properly fill out and return the Warranty Card included with your Operator s Manual packet TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING DISCONNECT POWER SOURCE TO MACHINE BEFORE SERVICING PROBLEM 1 Wavy or uneven cuts 2 Light gauge metals buckle or strips hangs up after slitting 3 Score marks on mater ials after slitting 4 Small pieces catches on bar and pivots around 5 Sheet hard to start 6 Motor runs but blades do not rotate 7 Motor stall or stops 8 Blades do not pull sheet during slittting 9 Incomplete cut won t cut thru material 10 Excessive edge burrs or rolled edges 11 Excessive end play in drive shafts 12 Backgauge assembly binds won t slide freely 13 Excessive noises when operating 14 Undetermind Problems B AUSE insufficient Dackgauge loading angle sheet material edge not straight guidebar edge sheet sagging during slitting damaged blade edges worn groove in backgauge bar excessive
11. alignment gap caused by the misalingment See Figure C Turn the front set screw 26 in Hole A until it contacts the shoulder bolt 73 This procedure will return the backgauge bar to its origional position The backgauge assembly should move freely through the entire movable range If binding is present loosen the hex nuts 37 until free movement is returned While moving the backauge assembly back and forth slowly tighten the hex nuts 37 in small increment If binding occurs before the nuts are fully tightened STOP turning or turn back the nuts to the point where the binding first occurs Slowly turn in both cant adjustment screws 27 in small and equal increments until the assembly frees up and moves easily again NOTE If binding is still present or becomes worse as the adjustment screws 27 are turned in then possibly the screw placements are incorrect or Ji turning back the adjustment screws 27 to see if that will relieve the binding Once the nr is free of the bind continue tightening the hex nuts 31 until tight If binding occurs before the nuts are completely tightened then repeat the previous procedures until the nuts can be completely tightened and the backgauge assembly moves easily without effort CLAMP KNOB 6 REMEMBER to turn the adjustment screws 27 in small increments while adjusting usually very little adjustment is needed to correct the misalignment Each WILDER WORKHORSE Power Slitter is as
12. backgauge loading angio improper support of sheet during slitting caused by the double edge blades excessive blade overlap cutting guide height PUSS qdo set scrap guide improperly se incorrect blade type excessive backgauge loading angle sheet too small bad spot in bar s groove corner of sheet hans up in groove s bad spot material exceeds machine s capacity excessive blade overlap feed height alignment incorrect oil on blade surface loose v belt sheared or damaged key in gears motor pulley loose damaged teeth in gears defective wiring incorrect voltage defective motor overheats _ exceeding capacity of machine pre painted type sheets oil on blades excessive rs in e loading angle excessive drag due to improper set up N exceeding machine capacity dull blades improper clearances insufficient blade over lap material too hard dull blades excessive blade clearances soft materials copper aluminum brass etc loose set screws in shaft bearings worn shaft bearings N misalignment of parts when re assembled or adjusted dry dirty and or damaged 1 guide shafts loose v belt rubbing on guard cover dry pulley and cluster gear assemblies foriegn object in gear teeth dry gear teeth v belt over tightened loose motor pulley defective motor _ blades rubbing against each other cutting guides rubbing against blades 10 pulley or cluster gear assembly do not spin fr
13. de shafts 1424 35 1 guide shafts 1630 41 R shaft blocks 1624 1424 1630 R shaft blocks 2024 L shaft blocks 1624 1424 1630 L shaft blocks 2024 Brass clamp pins 5 16nc x 1 1 2 hx scrw 1624 1424 1630 5 16nc x 1 hex screw 2024 3 8 x 1 shoulder bolt 3 8 x 1 2 shoulder bolt 5 16nc x 1 hex screw 5 16nc x 1 1 2 hex screw Scrap guide mounting brackets 2024 T blade cover 1624 T blade cover 1424 1630 T blade cover 2024 B blade cover 1624 B blade cover 1424 1630 B blade cover 24 scale 30 scale Material belly pan 1624 1424 Material belly pan 1630 Material belly pan 2024 Housing arm bushings 1 25 od x 1 id 5 16nc x 5 8 hex screw 1 Anc x 3 4 set screws 1 4nc x 1 2 cant adjustment set screw 1 4nf x 3 8 button head screw 6 x 1 4 flat phillips screw 3 8nc x 1 1 2 socket cap screw 5 16nc hex nuts 5 16 int lock washers 5 16 SAE flat washers 1 4nc x 3 8 button head screw T 1624 shafts 1 5 dia B 1624 shafts 1 5 dia T 1424 shafts 2 0 dia B 1424 shafts 2 0 dia On off toggle switch 2024 1624 1630 Starter enclosures heater assy SM2 Premium stand assy 2024 1624 SM2 Premium stand assy 1424 SM2 Premium stand assy 1630 SM2 Premium stand legs Only SM2 stand shelf 2024 1624 SM2 stand shelf 1424 SM2 stand shelf 1630 7 16nc x 1 1 4 h
14. ed with the cant adjustment screws 27 which are installed in the nnt housing arm 3 They are installed during assembly at the factory nn if LEFT HOUSING they were required for the proper installation of the backgauge bar ARM 82 aD If your slitter is equipped with these screws DO NOT tamper with them until the instructions on cant adjustment has been SMENC X 1 HEX SCREW completely read See Fig B 8 C 3 8 X 42 SHLDR BOLT Loosen both clamping knobs 5 amp 6 then bring together the FACTORY SET SCREW backgauge bar t and the right housing arm 3 align the parts and B then carefully inspect both parts to insure complete and even contact is being made See Figures D and F Page 5 for the types of misalignment possible his alignment is very important because if left uncorrected binding of the parts will occur when final tightening of the mounting bolts are attempted While holding the backgauge bar 1 and right housing arm 3 in proper alignment insert the 5 16nc x 1 1 2 hex screw 16 and secure with a flat washer 33 lockwasher 32 and hex nut 37 DO NOT tighten Continue holding the parts in position while inserting the 3 8 x 1 shoulder bolt 73 through the slotted holes then secure with a flat washer lockwasher and a hex nut DO NOT tighten also BACKGAUGE BAR Insert the 1 4nc x 3 4 set screw 26 into threaded hole A turn ie a until the shoulder bolt 13 is contacted and p
15. eely on their respectable shafts motor mounts loose A motor mount plate not adjusted evenly CALL FACTORY SOLUTION check and set to specifications inspect prior to slittin support sheet with tables inspect repair if needed check with straight edge replace N check and decrease load angle support sheet with tables check for proper overlap 5 8 chord sheet should pass through blades as as level as ya e inspect and adjust if necessary inspect and adjust if Den use single edge blades PN 10017 check and decrease load angle avoid if possible inspect and repair grind or file off sharp corner check thickness prior to slitting check and decrease if necessary sheet should feed as level as possible inspect and clean inspect and tighten set screw tighten inspect and repair inspect and replace by qualified technician test for proper voltage and wiring inspect and replace stay within machine s capacity keep blades clean and dry due to material s coating blades have A trouble pulling material inspect and clean check and decrease lubricate bar groove support sheets properly minimize sheet sagging and drag check thickness resharpen blades adjust to proper clearances inspect and adjust to specifications check material s hardness adjust to specifications decrease overlap set blade clearance to the minimum 0005 and keep sharp blade edges
16. ex screw 7 16nc hex nuts 2 k h b b A e e e OO DD NN NMNMNNYHae mb ab mh m wh b i i ab ak u APUPA A 0 NM GP O i ee u L PBR m ITEM PART 51 52 53 54 55 56 DE 58 59 60 15520 6la 10021 61b 10017 61c 10017 T 61d 10088 62 10106 63 15292 64 14509 65 66 13206 67 13230 68 13329 69 13353 70 13403 71 13615 72 13437 73 13460 74 13103 TO 15587 76 15605 77 15643 78 13530 79 13122 80 14533 81 82 13506 83 13475 84 13615 85 15677 86 14547 87 12101 87 12135 87 12168 88 14406 88 14411 88 14425 89 14303 89 14318 89 14360 90 14214 90 14247 90 14252 91 14125 92 14055 93 12401 93 12399 94 12420 95 14603 96 12504 96 12523 97 98 99 100 101 ALL MODELS ITEM DESCRIPTION 7 16 flat washers 3 8nc x 3 4 carriage bolts 3 8nc hex nuts 3 8 flat washers 1 8 hex keys 3 16 hex key 5 32 hex key 3mm hex key 3 4nc Blade Jam nut Std 4 double edge blades Single edge blades 4 Single edge TRUSS blades 4 Sheet rock blades Blade collars Blade key 1 4 x 1 2 sq Shaft main bearings 1 bore 1 2nc x 1 1 4 hex screws T 2024 shafts 1 25 dia B 2024 shafts 1 25 dia T 1630 shafts 2 0 dia B 1630 shafts 2 0 dia 48T Equil gear Gear shims 0625 66T drive gear Cluster gear assy 66T x 30T 10 Pulley assy w 30T gear Re
17. hipping strap to the housing arms 2 amp 3 set these bolts aside as hey will be used in the assembly process Carefully insert the backgauge bar 7 through the throat of the slitter the bars machined groove should face towards the front of the slitter Align the threaded holes of the backgauge bar with the m mounting hole slot of the left housing arm 2 See illustration below for the P2 but de to pe men for your slitter model Insert the 5 16nc x 1 hex screw 75 lockwasher 33 and the 3 8 x 1 2 shoulder bolt but do not tighten NOTE You will notice a set screw 26 in the rear poten of the slotted hole 8 These set screws are installed and set at the factory m not be tampered with during installation These screws are used to re align the backgauge bar 1 to its origional factory set position Insert the 1 4nc x 3 4 set screws 26 into the threaded hole A and continue turning the screw until contact is made with the shoulder bolt 74 turn until full contact is made with the rear set factory set screws DO NOT over tighten The left side is now properly positioned the 5 16nc hex screw 15 can now be tightened to 10 ft Ibs Before the shoulder bolt 74 can be tightened the front set screw 26 must be loosened to allow the shoulder bolt 14 to turn After the shoulder bolt 14 has been tightened re tighten the set screw 26 against the shoulder bolt IMPORTANT Your slitter may not be equipp
18. ignment is achieved the Fig 6 mounting screws can be tightened To attach spring 95 a 1 8 hole must be drill on the right side of the machine PR the same distance from the front edge as the origional hole Back off this screw to allow BAR to move Cant adjustirent STRAIGHT EDGE TOOL TOP BLADE 51 Kies 26 4 There are two options concerning the Backgauge bar s material shelf 7 You can remove the shelf then re drill and tap the backgauge bar for installation on the left side The other option is to completely remove the backgauge bar and re install the bar with the shelf on the left side After performing either procedure the instructions for proper Backgauge bar loading angle will need to be performed to propery set the bar 1 for left to right feed direction CP OTE See the instructions on Page 6 and the illustration in Fig 6 Follow the instructions except for the 1 32 inch offset required in the bar s position The 1 32 inch MUST be applied to the left side to correctly set the backgauge bar loading angle 5 The lower front shaft bearing 64 must be moved 1 8 inch to the left of it s current position The bearing has a factory mark which can be used to properly move the required 1 8 inch Fig 1 Page 7 LEFT TO RIGHT FEED INSTRUCTIONS conrinuen 6 Remove the Blade covers 78 79 Ws guides 96 and Blades 61 Mark each blade 61 to identify which goes on tap or bottom Remove
19. l thoroughly before operating slitter INSTRUCT all new operators on safety and proper operating procedures DO NOT apply oil or lubricants to the Blades before slitting ALWAYS use some type of support for materials being slit Tables moveable carts etc NEVER grab the blades with unprotected hands wear protective gloves NEVER place hands or fingers near Blades when operating slitter Be AWARE of loose or dangling clothing when operating slitter NEVER leave machine ON or RUNNING unattended ALWAYS disconnect power supply to the slitter before servicing NEVER operate with any of the SAFETY GUARDS removed Me o tti it ild steel 20 o 0359 16 0598 16 GA 0598 14 GA 0747 y steel a a ee E s een Cat wie a en 34 35 3 i 30 25 24 25 Minimum cut Width 1 25 1 25 1 25 1 25 Cutting speed mM 90 sim 90 sfm 90 sfm 90 sim Horsepower Temm TTL 1 3 hp 4 bp 3 4 h 1h Voltage nn nn 115 115 230 115 230 115 230 Phase eee eere rennen ee ree eT e Tenn MT m 1 ph 1 ph 1 ph 1 ph Cycle eee rennen nne nenn 60 Hz ed Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz Full load amps e 6 4 amps 11 6 5 8 amps 11 6 5 8 amps 15 2 7 6 amps Shaft diameter nm 1 25 1 50 2 0 2 0
20. nc x 1 1 2 screw nut 16 1 31 of the bar 3 8 x 1 shoulder bolt nut 13 1231 Fig E FIGURE F Shows the misalignment possible as viewed from the right side Circled area FIGURE G NOTE If this type of misalignment is not corrected before the mounting bolts are tightened the backgauge bar will be drawn towards the housing in the area circled thus causing the bar to twist and the housing arm to bind against the 1 guide shaft excessive movements and binding due to the gaps resulting from poor misalignment RIGHT NC House ARM n GUIDE BAR 8 d BACKGAUGE BAR 1 M m p wem 1 shoulder bolt nut 13 31 Improper alignment shows a gap at the rear portion of the parts NOTE The misalignment shown is greatly exaggerated Fig F The insertion of the cant adjustment screws in the circled areas will prevent the parts from twisting as the screws prevent any RIGHT HOUSING ARM 3 GUIDE BAR 8 BACKGAUGE BAR With is type of misalignment the tightening of the bolts will cause the backqauge bar to twist resulting in binding of the parts as shown by the smaller arrows 3 8 x 1 shoulder bolt nut 13 31 NOTE Misaligumentskown is greatly exaggerated Fig G NOTE The degree of misalignment shown in the illustrations are greatly exaggerated to optimize viewing BACKGAUGE BAR LOADING ANGLE Setting up and adjusting the backgauge bar 7 as described below is s
21. o accomplished to run the line of cut which is parallel to the a pe bar s machined groove approximately midway through the blade divergence angle See Fig 3 Pg 7 The action of the top Blade when slitting causes a very slight load to be put on the sheet being slit thus holding the sheet in the backgauge s groove This helps the operator in keeping the sheet against the backgauge bar during the entire slitting process thus resulting in a straight cut WARNING ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER SOURCE TO MACHINE BEFORE SERVICING 1 Slide backgauge assembly to 3 on the scale then tighten both knobs 5 and 6 2 Remove the top blade cover 78 and the top cutting guide 96 Place a pemn straight edge apprx 48 against the face of the top blade 61 Important The straight edge must be held against the top blade or this adjustment will be incorrect 3 While holding the straight edge in place assistance in this procedure would be helpful starting at the far left hand side of the backgauge bar measure the distance from the straight edge to the backgauge bar s machined groove Note the measurement 4 may the same procedure measure the far right hand side of the AER bar When correctly set the right side measurement is 1 32 inch 0312 more than the left side measurement See Fig H This adjustment accomplishes the backgauge loading angle Should this angle be too great it will result in buckling of lighter material or the s
22. oint threaded hole 99 provided on the top of the slitter DO NOT lift from the 1 shafts 8 PARTS LIST 0 1 pc 5M6nc x 1 hex screw 15 O 1 pc 1 8 hex key 0 1 pe 5M6nc x 1 1 2 hex screw 16 D 1 pc 5 32 hex key 0 3 pcs 5 16 int tooth lockwashers 32 O 1 pc 3 16 hex key 0 2pcs 5 16nc hex nuts 431 0 2pcs 1 4nc x 3 4 set screws 26 0 2 pcs 5 16 SAE flat washers 33 D 1 pc 3 8 x 1 2 shoulder bolt 14 0 1 pc Backgauge bar w material shelf 1 7 0 1 pc 3 8 x 1 shoulder bolt 13 7 po Scrap guide w spring amp pin N93 94 95 D 2pcs 1 4nc x 1 2 cant adjustment g 1 pc Operator s manual amp warranty card set screws 27 These set screws may be already installed on machine NOTE Referto PARTS LIST on page 11 for all item descriptions 1 2 10 11 12 13 Your new WILDER WORKHORSE Power Slitter was assembled and tested at the factory With minimal set up your slitter can be put into immediate production After reading the Operator s manual thoroughly carefully remove all the packaged parts and inspect to ensure all the required items were included Inspect for any damage that may have occured during shipping if damage is present immediately contact the carrier responsible NEL PERS the slitter on a bench or on the optional stand See CAUTION instructions above DO NOT loosen the the ply ee knobs 5 amp 6 until required Remove the bolts securing the s
23. sembled and properly set to ensure N Lac Kgauge re lr de AR T reely prior to shipment If instructions 3 8 x 1 shoulder bolt are followed carefully and factory set screws are not tampered with prior to installation then minimal adjustment A CINTADIUSTMENT if any at all should be required SET SCREW 827 Rear set screw gag ager Factory ser The hex nuts 37 should be nee to approximately 10 ft Ibs lf assembly movement is acceptable check again for the proper Backgauge loading angle BACKGAUGE BAR 1 BACKGAUGE BAR INSTALLATION POSSIBLE MISALIGNMENTS FIGURE E FIGURE D Shows the misalignment possible as viewed from the front of the slitter Circled area two smaller arrows 3 8 x 472 shoulder bolt 14 Note Part surfaces are not properly aligned a gap is visible when 546nc x 1 hex parts are brought screw jh together BACKGAUGE BAR 1 5A8HC x 1 1 2 hex screw nut 16 7491 38 x 1 shoulder bokt nut 13 4341 Fig D If this type of misalignment is not corrected before the mounting bolts are tightened then binding will occur in the areas shown by the LEFT HOUSING ARM 5 The Housing arm is also being drawn in this direction causing a bind with the 1 Guide shaft 8 When bolts are tiqhtened the parts are drawn towards each other thus causing a bind BACKGAUGE BAR 1 Backgauge drawn in this direction causing a slight bowing 5 16
24. tainer washer 1 4 x 1 1 4 1 4 lock washer 1 4 28 grease fitting Pulley gear 30T x 100 bore Pulley spacer Pulley bushing 1 od x 75 id 1 4 x 1 1 2 roll pins 30T gear 875 bore 66T gear 875 bore Cltr gear shim 0625 1 4 x 7 8 roll pin Cltr gear bushing 875 od x 75 id 2024 motor guard assy 1624 motor guard assy 1424 1630 motor guard assy 2024 motor 1 3 hp 1624 1630 motor 3 4 hp 1424 motor 1 hp 2024 motor pulley 3X900 1624 1630 motor pulley 3X901 1424 motor vari pulley 1X448 2024 v belt 4L360 1624 v belt 4L390 1424 1630 v belt 4L400 Rubber grommet 8 ft supply cord Scrap guide body only Scrap guide assy S G Pin S G Spring Cutting guides 2024 Cutting guides 1624 1424 1630 Shaft bearing set screws 1 2nc Lifting point threaded hole 3 16 x 1 2 sq key 3 16 x 1 sq key Not shown in illustration 2 co DPy ee AN Ate dd a dd dd dy a AHA BAAN DD A220 D 22220 BP DDR II CO CO CO CO h uch PARTS ILLUSTRATION SERIAL NUMBERS STARTING FROM 40000 82 WILDER MACHINERY COMPANY P O BOX 1207 SALINAS CALIFORNIA 93902 1094 HARKINS ROAD SALINAS CALIF 93901 1 800 245 0714 FAX 831 424 6564
25. talling or dragging of the material being slit If this angle should be less than required the material can possible wander or pull away from the backgauge bar thus resulting in an uneven or narrow cut 5 If re adjusting is required follow the instructions below NOTE Before any adjustments can be attempted the rear set of set screws 26 must be first removed to allow access to the actual factory set screws which does the actual adjusting The set screws you have just removed are put in to prevent tampering and moving of the factory set screws 5a Loosen bolts 14 15 and 13 16 just enough to allow the backgauge bar to move while adjusting Sb Loosen the Tag knob 6 to allow the right housing arm 3 to move with the a os bar as it is being adjusted Because the hex bolts 15 and 16 are stationary the bar must pivot from these two bolts When the left side of the bar is being adjusted the bar must pivot at the hex bolt 75 The slotted holes in the bar allows the shoulder bolts 14 and 73 to move during adjusting These set screws 26 control the degree of bar movement NOTE The amount of movement on the left side will result in an opposite movement on the right side 5c When turning the left housing arm set screws 26 against the shoulder bolt 74 it is very important to back off the set screw on the other side of the shoulder bolt to allow movement of the shoulder bolt backgauge bar You MUST also
26. ushed against the MEG o ach roa IRRE pre set set screws 26 This procedure aligns the backgage en bar back to its origional factory setting The backgauge assembly should slide along the entire movement range without binding Clean and lubricate the guide shafts 8 with a good slideways oil If binding is present loosen the hex nuts on the right housing arm until the binding is eliminated Slide the assembly back and forth while slowly tightening the 5 16nc x 1 1 2 hex screw 16 and hex nut 73 If alignment is correct then the assembly should move freely without binding If binding occurs and assembly won t move easily then see instructions on CANT ADJUSTMENT If assembly slides freely proceed to tightening the shoulder bolt 73 and hex nut 37 If movement is unacceptable see CANT ADJUSTMENT Install the scrap guide 93 to the left side of the slitter and secure with the pin 94 Attach the spring 95 to the cotter pin which protrudes through the side of the slitter Connect to the proper electrical receptacle 115 volts 1 phase and then turn on slitter Allow to run without a load for a few minutes then turn off Set backgauge for a 3 inch wide cut then slit a small sample measure the piece for accuracy Set the scale pointer 4 to the actual measured width if necessary CANT ADJUSTMENT NOTE If the backgage bar loading angle is correct but the assembly will not move freely follo
27. ved and reversed doubling the blade use If re sharpening is required we highly recommended returning the blades to the Factory Lubricate motor per manufacturer s recommendations More frequently if slitter is used heavily or in a dusty enviroment Lubricate after 3 years of normal use or 1 year of heavy use Check v belt for proper tension do not over tighten Remove slitter s rear cover panel and apply grease to the grease fittings 77 on the end of each drive shaft This should be done every 30 days to prevent damage to the dr ive shafts and gear components Keep 1 Guide shafts 8 clean and well lubricated use a slideways type lubricant NEVER slit materials of greater capacity DAMAGE to the slitter may occur Keep your slitter properly maintained and adjusted and you will be rewarded with years of trouble free operation This is only possible with the standard double edge blades BLADE RE CONDITIONING Return your blades to the Factory for re conditioning Our trained technicians will carefully hollow grind inspect and record each blade before and after re conditioning to ensure the blades meet our strict quality standards The recorded information and a Shim Kit with instructions will be returned with the blades as soon as possible Our Factory service goal is same day service we immediately attend to the blades when we recieve them to assure they can shipped back the same day REPLACEMEN
28. w these instructions to correct problem 10 DO NOT loosen any of the bolts of the left housing arm 2 Loosen both clamp knobs 5 amp 6 Inspect clean and lubricate the 1 Guide Shafts pnor to adjustments RIGHT HOUSING ARM 3 Remove the 5 16nc hex nuts 31 from the right er p et EN A eig screw in Hole away from the shoulder bolt 73 REMEMBER NOT to move the rear sfloncx 1 We hex screw set screws 26 as they determine the correct 3 8 x 1 shoulder bolt position of the backgauge bar when final adjustments are performed FACTORY SET SCREW and 8 If eq aa with cant adjustment screws 27 back them off untill they do not protrude below the part surface CANT ADJUSTMENT screw The backgauge bar should detach from the housing arm Remove any burrs visible on the placements backgauge bar before continuing Both part surfaces should be clean of any burrs or ren matter as their presence may hamper the alignment procedure cam adjustment SCIEW P GCEMENTS Return the backgauge bar to it s origional position making certain that both part surfaces are making full contact with each other Install the hex nuts 37 back onto their respectable bolts DO NOT tighten completely Inspect parts for any possible misalignment If m any are visible determine the type present BACKAUGE BAR See Fig D amp F Page 5 Correct misalignment by inserting the cant adjustment screws 27 in the area of the mis
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