National Four Post
Swaging Machine
Operation Safety
- NEVER use dies that are cracked, worn or
abraded (galled).
- NEVER use dies that have an oversized
cavity.
- ALWAYS use a matched set of dies.
- When swaging steel fittings, DO NOT SHIM
DIES. Dies for steel fittings must be free to float and align one to the other.
- When swaging aluminum fittings, THE STEEL
DIES MUST BE SHIMMED. Shim the side of the die to ensure the proper cavity alignment
for flash removal.
- NEVER shim between the dies.
- When Swaging Crosby National fittings, use
only the proper capacity swaging machine for the size of fitting used (See Swaging
Capacity Chart). If the swaging machine capacity exceeds the die block Working Load
Limit rating, adjust the swaging machine tonnage to the Working Load Limit shown on the
die block being used. See Table 1 for die block Working Load Limit.
- Always use the correct size and type of die
for the size wire rope fitting used.
- Always lubricate die faces and cavities with
light weight oil.
- Progressive swaging of fittings must be done
in accordance with procedure shown in “Swaging Products and Procedures” booklet.
Only open channel dies are to be used.
- Stop swaging when the cavity side of both
dies touch.
- Make sure part is swaged to the recommended
after swage dimensions (See Crosby General Catalog or National Swage Brochure, Die Guide,
or Die Chart).
- If a swage fitting other than a Crosby
National is used, determine adequacy of the termination by a destructive pull test.
- All swage sockets must be swaged with socket
head adjacent to the socket relief (largest radius) on the die.
- For special applications or conditions,
contact Crosby National.
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WARNING |
- Misuse of swaging
machine can result in serious injury or death.
- READ, UNDERSTAND,
AND FOLLOW all the information in this warning document and the instructions shown in
“Swaging Products and Procedures” booklet before operating the swaging machine.
- Swaging machine
operators must be trained in accordance with the information supplied by The Crosby Group,
Inc. The swaging machine owner is responsible for the training and the safe
operation of the swaging machine.
- Do not swage
oversize parts.
- Only swage parts of
the proper design,
material and hardness.
- If misused, dies
and/or die holders may break. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS: Always stay away from the
sides of the swaging machine during swaging operations and alert others in your work area.
- Keep head, hands,
and body away from moving swaging machine and die parts.
- Consult die
manufacturer for correct use of their product.
- Adjust swaging machine
tonnage to the Working Load Limit (WLL) tonnage shown on the die block being used.
If the Working Load Limit is not legible, refer to Die height & width and
corresponding Working Load Limit (See Table 1). Failure to do so can result in
serious injury or death.
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