OPERATIONS MANUAL
P20_CS
MANUFACTURING YEAR
SERIAL NUMBER
P20_CS OPERATIONS MANUAL
CONTENTS
CONTENTS 2
GENERAL 3
TRANSPORT 3
DISPOSAL OF THE PACKING MATERIAL 4
WARNINGS 4
OPERATION 5
SELECTING THE DIE SET P20 5
INSTALLING THE DIE SET 6
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 6
GUARANTEE 7
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THE MACHINE HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR CRIMPING HOSE FITTINGS. BALFLEX SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY
PRODUCT WHICH HAS BEEN CRIMPED ON THE MACHINE. THE MACHINE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO OPERATE IN ROOM
TEMPERATURE, IN DRY INDOOR CONDITIONS AND IN SUFFICIENT ILLUMINATION.
GENERAL
BALFLEX crimping machine it is manual operated hydraulic crimping machines for hydraulic hose assemblies. The
crimping machine comprises a crimping head and a hydraulic manual Enerpac pump.
TRANSPORT
The packed machine is transported on a pallet, which is easy to move and lift by a fork-lift truck. After unpacking,
the machine can be lifted by hand.
Size and Weight of package:
Length (X) Width (Y) Height (Z) Gross Weight Net Weight
Specification
mm mm mm Kg kg
P20 630 520 570 125 114
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DISPOSAL OF THE PACKING MATERIAL
The transport and protective packing is mostly manufactured from the recycled or recyclable materials. Please
check local environmental regulations before disposing of packing materials. Rather than throwing these materials
away, please take them to your community recycling center. Handle the waste oil and filters according to law.
WARNINGS
General
The machine is intended for professional use. It is to be operated only by a trained operator who has understood
the dangers involved in the operation. Openings between the dies exceed 6 mm, thus being large enough to let fingers
go between the dies and get crimped. It is, therefore, ABSOLUTELY necessary to follow operating instructions and
warnings indicated by the stickers on the machine when changing dies and crimping fittings.
Warning 1
Do not put your hands inside the dies while using the machine!
Warning 2
While crimping a fitting, hold the hose far enough to avoid crimping your hand!
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OPERATION
1- Crimping diameter adjustable range is 0-5mm;
2- Set the desired crimping diameter;
3- Example: Expected crimping diameter 24.6. Use the die set P.20/23, and adjust the diameter selector to 1.6
(23+1.6=24.6);
4- Start crimping using the pump lever;
5- Red LED lights when the crimping diameter is reached;
6- Check the diameter with caliper;
7- After task is done, open the valve.
WHILE CRIMPING A FITTING, HOLD THE HOSE FAR ENOUGH TO AVOID CRIMPING YOUR HAND!
SELECTING THE DIE SET P20
Use only original BALFLEX die sets in BALFLEX crimping machines.
Refer to the fitting manufacturer's specifications for proper crimping diameter for the fitting. Each die set has its
own crimping range. Follow it to assure the roundest possible crimping result. The minimum crimping diameter D is
marked on each die set. Example: with die set Nº P.20/23 the minimum crimping diameter is 23 mm.
Crimping Crimping
Part D L Part D L
Range Range
Number (mm) (mm) Number (mm) (mm)
(mm) (mm)
P20/10 10.0-12.0 10 55 P20/27** 27.0-31.0 27 70
P20/12 12.0-14.0 12 55 P20/31** 31.0-36.0 31 70
P20/14** 14.0-16.0 14 55 P20/36** 36.0-41.0 36 75
P20/16** 16.0-19.0 16 55 P20/41** 41.0-47.0 41 75
P20/19** 19.0-23.0 19 55 P20/47** 47.0-54.0 47 85
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P20/23** 23.0-27.0 23 55 P20/54 54.0-61.0 54 85
INSTALLING THE DIE SET
• Before installing dies, make sure that the master dies are clean;
• Close the valve located on the right hand corner of the machine;
• Pump until the dies are at the same level with the cylinder’s cover;
• Remove the dies one by one and change the die holders to the exchange of dies;
• Change the dies and open the valve.
TO AVOID DAMAGING MASTER DIES, MAKE SURE THAT ALL DIE SET PINS HIT IN THEIR HOLES.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
The following maintenance operations can be performed by the operator according to the instructions below.
• Open the dies to maximum retraction before servicing.
Greasing P20
• Lubricate the inner surface of the conical flanges daily with pressure-proof grease like Optimol Viscogen 4.
• Apply the grease to the conical surfaces at the front and back of the die with a small brush.
• Do not grease the piston rod.
• Lubricate the master dies daily with pressure-proof grease like Optimol Viscogen 4.
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GUARANTEE
The machines produced by BALFLEX are guaranteed against defects in material and manufacture. Within the limits
of the guarantee, the defective part will be replaced with a new one, or when possible, repaired free of charge.
The guarantee is valid for 12 months Invoice date;
The guarantee does not compensate for damage due to improper use, overload, neglect, or normal wear.
Working and travelling costs as well as freight charges caused by guarantee repairs are not covered by the
guarantee.
Guarantee repairs shall be carried out at a BALFLEX distributor. In case guarantee repair is demanded, the
customer has to prove that the machine is under guarantee.
BALFLEX DO NOT WARRANT FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY OTHER LOSS,
DAMAGE OR EXPENSE OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS.
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DECLARATION CE OF CONFORMITY
We undersigned,
MANUFACTURE’S NAME
BALFLEX PORTUGAL SA
MANUFACTURE’S ADRESS
RUA BOUÇA ESTILHADOUROS 226 – ZI ALTO VILAR – 4445-044 ALFENA - PORTUGAL
Declare under sole responsibility that the following product:
MACHINE TYPE
MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER
To which this declaration relates, it is in accordance with the following standards:
STANDARDS
ISO 13850 / EN 60204-1 / EN 693
BASIC CONCEPTS, GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR DESIGN
EN ISO 12100-1 / EN ISO 12100-2
And it is according to following Directives:
DIRECTIVES
2006/42/EEC 2006/95/EEC 2004/108/EEC
DATE AND PLACE
NAME, SIGNATURE AND TITLE
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