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MODEL T25688
24" SLIP ROLL
OWNER'S Ma Nua L
(For models manufactured since 09/13)
Copyright © September, 2013 by g r izzly in du Str ial, in C.,
Wa RNINg : NO PORTION Of ThIS Ma Nua L May b E REPRODuc ED IN a Ny Sha PE
OR f ORM WIThOuT ThE WRITTEN a PPROva L Of gRI zzLy INDuSTRIa L, INc .
V1.09.13
#dm15969 printed in Ch ina
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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation, electrocution, or death. The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use. This responsibility includes but is not limited to
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Table of c ontents INTRODuc TION ............................................................................................................................... 2 machine d escription ................................................................................................................... 2 Contact info ................................................................................................................................ 2 manual accuracy ......................................
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INTRODuc TION Machine Description Manual accuracy We are proud to provide a high-quality owner’s a slip roll is a machine used to flatten and create manual with your new machine! constant-radius curves in sheet metal workpieces. t he three roller system adjusts to allow the opera- We made every effort to be exact with the instruc- tor to complete a number of procedures. tions, specifications, drawings, and photographs contained inside. Sometimes we make mistakes, t he t 25688 can quickly a
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Identification b C d e F g a i h f igure 1. machine identification. Identification List a . machine base b. t op r oller c . r ear r oller e D. r emovable bushing b E. Crank f . r adius adjustment Knob g . t hickness adjustment Knob i C h. Crank h andle g CCW I. bottom r oller F Sample Illustration t hroughout this manual, diagrams are used to illustrate how the components of the machine are Front Rear used during the various steps of operation. Bold, solid lines indicate that this component
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MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL T25688 24" SLIP ROLL - 22 GAUGE Product Dimensions: Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 111 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height................................................................. 38 x 9-1/2 x 16-1/4 in. Footprint (Leng
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SEc TION 1: Sa f ETy for your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual before Operating This Machine The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of impor- tance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures. alw
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WEaRINg PROPER aPPaREL. do not wear fORcINg MachINERy. do not force machine. clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become it will do the job safer and better at the rate for entangled in moving parts. always tie back or which it was designed. cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to avoid accidental slips, which could cause loss of work- NEvER STaND ON MachINE. Serious injury piece control. may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted. hazaRDOuS
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additional Safety for Slip Rolls OvERLOa DINg . o verloading this machine can gLOvES aND gLaSSES. always wear leather cause injury from flying parts or property damage. gloves and approved safety glasses when using d o not exceed the machine capacities. the slip roll. SEcu RINg SLIP ROLL. before using, secure the hEaTINg METaL. h eating the workpiece with a slip roll to a sturdy vise that is securely fastened torch while it is in the slip roll will weaken the metal to a workbench that can su
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SEc TION 2: SETuP unpacking Inventory Your machine was carefully packaged for safe The following is a list of items shipped with your transportation. Remove the packaging materials machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items from around your machine and inspect it. If you out and inventory them. discover any damage, please call us immediately at (570) 546-9663 for advice. If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or Save the contain
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c leanup Site c onsiderations The unpainted surfaces of your machine are Workbench Load coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight prevents corrosion during shipment and storage. and footprint specifications of your machine. This rust preventative works extremely well, but it Some workbenches may require additional rein- will take a little time to clean. forcement to support the weight of the machine and workpiece materials. Be patient a
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bench Mounting a ssembly the base of this machine has mounting holes t he model t 25688 comes from the factory almost that allow it to be fastened to a workbench or fully assembled. all that is required for assem- other mounting surface to prevent it from moving bly is attaching the crank handle to the handle. during operation and causing accidental injury or t hread the crank handle into the small end of the damage. crank and tighten, as shown in f igure 7. the strongest mounting option is a
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SEc TION 3: OPERaTIONS basic c ontrols To reduce your risk of serious injury, read this u se f igures 8–9 and the descriptions below to entire manual bEfORE become familiar with the basic controls of the slip using machine. roll. Thickness a djustment Knob: r aises and low- ers the bottom roller to adjust for thicknesses of different workpieces. Damage to your eyes and hands could result from Radius a djustment Knob: r aises and lowers using this machine with- the rear roller to create
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Preparation f lat Rolling before every use, follow these procedures to set t his slip roll can be used to flat roll sheet metal up up the slip roll for safe, accurate, and efficient use. to 22 gauge. t his can be done to straighten and slightly flatten workpieces. To prepare the slip roll for use: 1. t urn the thickness adjustment knob to lower 1 the bottom roller to approximately /4" below The main rollers of this the top roller. u se calipers or a spacer to set machine present a pinch- t
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2. r emove the workpiece from between the c reating bends rollers, then raise the bottom roller slightly by rotating each thickness adjustment knob 1 approximately ⁄4 turn. also, make sure the t his slip roll can easily create constant-radius rear roller is lowered completely and will not bends in sheet metal up to 22 gauge. interfere with the workpiece as it exits the machine (see f igure 12). Note: The method for creating a specific radius is a trial-and-error process. Due to the many
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2. t urn the crank clockwise to feed the workpiece until its edge is directly above the rear roller, as shown in f igure 15. This machine poses a cut- ting hazard if workpieces are not properly handled when exiting the rollers. If necessary, get assistance to support the workpiece. Make sure all helpers are wearing safety glasses Eye injury hazard! Always and leather gloves when wear safety glasses when assisting in the use of this using this machine. machine. Depending on the size
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o nce you have the necessary length workpiece, c reating c ylinders follow the steps below to create the cylinder. Note: The method for creating a specific radius is t his slip roll can be used to easily and accurately a trial-and-error process. Due to the many varia- create cylinders tions among metal workpieces, no single position- ing will create the same curve on all materials. We if you know the diameter of the cylinder you want recommend using scrap pieces the same dimen- to create, u
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2. t urn the crank clockwise to feed the workpiece 5. r otate the workpiece 180˚, insert the curved until it is approximately half way through the end into the slip roll, then process the rollers. workpiece through the machine, as shown in f igures 22–23. 3. t urn the radius adjustment knobs to lift the rear roller until the desired radius bend is reached (see f igure 20). make sure to turn the knobs equal amounts so the rear roller is always parallel with the other rollers. Failure to d
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6. Continue to process the workpiece until the bending Wire cylinder is formed, as shown in f igure 24. —if the ends of the cylinder do not meet, lift t his slip roll can be used to shape wires, rods, the rear roller equally at both ends, then and small-diameter tubing. t he wire grooves can process the entire cylinder through the slip also be used when rolling sheet metal that has a roll again. r epeat as necessary. wire bead at one end. —if the ends of the cylinder overlap, remove To u
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3. move the top roller back into position and Removing Workpiece slide the removable bushing in to secure the top roller (see f igure 28). To remove cylindrical workpieces: r emovable bushing 1. Slide the removable bushing outward. t his will release the top roller from the stand (see f igure 26). r emovable bushing Slide in t o Secure f igure 28. Securing top roller. Slide o ut t o r elease f igure 26. Removable bushing release. 2. Slide the top roller out from the base (see f igure 27).
