1. FIRST STEPS

Congratulations on your purchase of our ELITE automatic tooth pressing and shaping machine model CH PRO.

The ELITE CH PRO is our automatic tooth pressing and shaping (upsetting and leveling) machine. The upsetting process consists of pressing the face of the tooth to have stronger teeth, and also placing some material on the sides of the teeth to ensure a free path during the cutting process of the band saws without snagging due to lateral pressure. It is a better process than tooth setting because it provides longer band saw cutting life without complicated processes such as stellite welding.

This manual presents the main functions of sharpening in order to avoid risks to your health or that may cause breakdown or premature wear of the machine.

If in doubt, contact us or one of our authorized distributors.

Informative Note: The use described in the manual of this sharpening machine described therein may present some variations in use since our machinery is subject to possible construction modifications, depending on the incorporation of technological advances in our sharpening equipment.

2.SAFETY

2.1.Safety regulations

Carefully observe and apply the following safety rules, failure to comply with these rules may cause personal injury or damage to the machine itself.

The installation and maintenance of the machine described in this manual must be carried out only by operators who are familiar with its operation and have sufficient technical knowledge.

The ELITE machines of the CH PRO model range have been designed for sharpening band saws, excluding any other type of operation.

These warnings do not include all possible risks that improper use of the machine could cause. For this reason, the operator must proceed with prudence and observing the rules.

2.2.Use and storage of the instruction manual

This instruction manual must be read and understood by all personnel who come into contact with the machine.

This manual is for:

• Indicate the correct use of the machine according to the type of work to be carried out.
• Provide the necessary instructions for the transport, adjustment and maintenance of the machine.
• Facilitate the ordering of spare parts and information of risks.

Limits of use of the manual:
The machine is intended for professional use and therefore the experience of the operator is required and of vital importance.

Importance and conservation of the manual:
This manual must be considered part of the machine and must therefore be attached to it until the end of its use.

Additional information and clarifications:
The user, owner or maintenance person can contact the manufacturer to request any additional information on the use of the machine and possible modalities for maintenance and repair intervention.

Expiration of responsibility:
The manufacturer is considered exempt from any liability in the event of:

• Improper use of the machine
• Use of the machine by untrained persons
• Serious failures in scheduled maintenance
• Unauthorized interventions or modifications
• Use of non-original spare parts.

2.3.Declaration of conformity

The company hereby:
Elite Sharpening Machines, SLU
Joan Oró, 27
ES-08635 Sant Esteve Sesrovires

Declares that the product indicated below, based on its conception and construction, as well as the version put on the market by our company, complies with the mandatory basic health and safety requirements of the CE directive.

This declaration loses its validity in the event of unauthorized modifications to the product.

Product name: Elite model CH PRO
Product type: Automatic pressing and shaping machine
Serial No.: __

EC Directive Competences:

• EC Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
• European directive on electromagnetic compatibility (2014/30/EU)
• The protection purposes of the CE low voltage directive (2006/95/CE) were fulfilled according to annex I, nr. 1.5.1 of the machinery directive 2006/42/EC

The technical documentation was compiled by legal representative of the documentation:

Sergi Valls Gramunt
Joan Oró, 27
ES-08635 Sant Esteve Sesrovires

Date / manufacturer - Signature: __
Signatory data: Sergi Valls Gramunt, manager

3.TECHNICAL DATA

In the following information table, find the list of technical specifications of the sharpening machine described in this manual.

4.TRANSPORT

The ELITE CH PRO is delivered packed in a wooden crate.

During all transport and transfer, the machine must be kept in its original vertical position, any variation in this position may lead to the loss of the guarantee.

4.1.Unpacking and assembly instructions

To lift or move the load, use a forklift with blades long enough to support the machine, taking into account the width and depth of the machine when calculating the weights to be lifted.

Once the packaging is opened, if the machine is delivered with horses, carefully remove the fixings on the feet of the horses and the fastenings that prevent them from moving during transport

Then remove the fixing stops from the feet of the machine

Once the machine is in its final location, you can also remove the protective film and other protections from the components, which secure and prevent the machine from moving.

5.INSTALLATION

5.1.Machine placement

Before any work make sure that the machine is well aligned and does not oscillate at any of its ends, in which case it must be wedged to avoid movements. For its correct level it is necessary to use a leveling tool. This check must be carried out both longitudinally and transversally.

Poorly leveling the machine can cause unwanted vibrations and premature wear of the linear guides.

5.2.Electrical connection

The electrical connection of the machine must be carried out by qualified technical personnel only at the voltage indicated on the machine order / machine identification plate.
If you have any questions about the voltage, consult the manufacturer before connecting.

Any claim for incorrect connection will be out of warranty.

Remember: Before connecting the machine, remove any guards the machine may have to protect components during transport.

5.3.Main components of the machine

1. Momentary machine start button
2. Machine on/off button
3. Emergency stop
4. Primary jaw pressure selector for tooth equalization
5. (Behind the protective screen) Tooth pitch adjustment selector
6. Tooth advancement nail
7. Band saw tightening and adjustment knobs
8. Main power switch
9. Button to activate lighting
10. Voltage indication lamp
11. Band saw height adjustment handwheel
12. Band saw adjustment secondary jaw

1. Band saw height adjustment handwheel
2. Band saw tightening and adjustment knobs
3. Band saw adjustment secondary jaw
4. Primary jaw pressure selector for tooth equalization
5. Advance pawl travel adjustment selector at the end of the push
6. Tooth pitch adjustment dial
7. Chafado or Equalidad Selector
8. Grease pump
9. Gear oil drain valve
10. Electrical cabinet

1. Running engine cover and drive belts
2. Chafado or Equalidad Selector
3. Grease pump
4. Gear oil drain valve

6.STARTING UP

In this section we show you to operate the CH PRO in order to work.

NOTE: The data that appears in the different images is an example, each type of tool has its recommended data and an expert operator should know them.

Emergency stop

It's the round red button. In the event that there is a breakdown in use or a dangerous situation is being created, it allows the immediate disconnection of the machine.

Not to be used unless strictly necessary.

Once used, to use the machine again, you must pull it to return to the initial position.

Working operation

To start the work process, you must first make sure that the emergency stop button is not activated.

!!ATTENTION: before turning on the machine, make sure that NO ONE is handling the work area. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE MACHINE BE STARTED WHILE SOMEONE IS HANDLING IT.

6.1. Turning on the machine

The ELITE CH PRO sharpener has been designed for pressing and shaping teeth with the maximum dimensions described above in the technical characteristics.

The machine is built from welded and cast parts.

6.1.1.Power on

After switching on, a central green lamp on the control panel lights up. This lamp indicates that the pusher motor or grinding wheel motor can be activated.

On the control panel there is a button that activates the machine's operating motor (indicated by the upper or lower light).

Make sure the motor rotates in the correct direction. If it rotates in the opposite direction, two of the electrical phases in the network connection cable must be exchanged.

6.1.2.Electrical connection

ELITE CH PRO machines must be connected strictly to the voltage indicated in the machine order and on the machine itself. Connecting to a voltage different from that indicated may cause a breakdown of the machine and represents a risk to people using the machine.

This installation must be carried out by qualified technical personnel and checked with a voltage meter before turning on the machine.

It is absolutely essential that the section of the connection cable is the required one, that the machine has a dedicated socket protected against overloads and bypasses, and that it is as close as possible to the power socket.

We reject any responsibility for a poorly made connection.

Once the connection has been made and checked, turn the main ON/OFF switch to the ON position.

Before putting it into operation, check that the emergency stop is deactivated.

Elite rejects all responsibility for a wrong connection, which in addition to causing the machine to malfunction can harm people, animals, and material objects.

8.MAINTENANCE

8.1.Preventive maintenance

Maintenance of ELITE model CH PRO machines is very simple but at the same time important.

The lifespan of a single machine largely depends on its lubrication, so these instructions must be strictly followed. Lubricants from open containers cannot be used, because a small particle or chip is enough to destroy the bearings.

The lubricating oil with which the machine parts are bathed must be replaced every 12 months.
The oil level must be checked periodically!

Clean with benzol. Gasoline and petroleum are not recommended. Lubricating medium, clean the gearbox casing only with non-fibrous cloths. Do not use compressed air.

If the machine is not used for several days, clean and oil the polished parts to prevent rust.

Keeping the machine clean and in good condition will allow for optimal long-term use.

Use the equipment only in dry environments. The temperature must be between 5 and 40ºC. A relative humidity greater than 90%, as well as a saline environment, would cause premature corrosion of the machine.

9. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLES.

10.WARRANTY

All our machines are tested before being shipped. However, there can always be defects that are not observable at first sight.

Our machines are guaranteed against manufacturing or material defects under normal use and maintenance conditions.
The period of this guarantee is 12 months from the date of purchase and consists of the replacement of defective material.

The guarantee will be automatically canceled in the event of a modification outside our company. Or in manifest cases of misuse of the machine.

The guarantee does not include parts subject to normal wear due to use such as skids, lubrication cartridge, abrasives, etc.

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