MODEL 7000 BEVEL-MILL HECK INDUSTRIES P.O. BOX 425 HARTLAND, MI 48353 TOLL FREE: 800-886-5418 PHONE: 810-632-5400 FAX: 810-632-6640 WWW.HECKIND.NET INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Save This Manual You will need the manual for safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference. SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the equipment. Read all instructions prior to use! 1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries. 2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use this tool in damp or wet locations. Do not expose to rain. Keep work area well lighted. 3. Keep children away. 4. Store Idle Equipment. When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust and corrosion. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children. 5. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended. 6. Dress Properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically non-conductive clothing and non-skid footwear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair. Wear proper hand protection when handling sheet metal. 7. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists. 8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 9. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for optimum safety and performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 10. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check that all keys and wrenches are removed from tool or machine work surface before operating. 11. Stay alert. Be aware of surroundings. 12. Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, inspect all parts and equipment. Any part that appears damaged or shows signs of wear should be taken out of service or replaced before use. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts. 13. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void warranty. Use only accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available. 14. Do not operate the tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Follow and observe warning labels if taking prescription medicine. 15. Work piece may be sharp. After bending or cutting work pieces use caution. Be aware of sharp edges, and use proper hand protection when handling the work piece. WARNING: These warnings, cautions, and instructions outlined above and within this manual do not constitute all of the possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that the operator of this tool be a competent person, capable of using this tool in a proper and safe manner for which it is intended.
INTRODUCTION: Heck Industries would thank you for purchasing one of our precision Bevel- Mill products. These tools are engineered to provide the highest quality edge finishing. Heck Industries has been a leader in edge conditioning since 1966 and have many unique products specifically designed to fit your fabrication needs. We have a large team of Technical and Sales Specialists available to assist you and determine which machine would be correct for your application. The following manual can be used as a guide for operation, adjustment and technical information. Please reach out to us for additional information and assistance for any beveling and edge conditioning application. SPECIFICATIONS: Min. workpiece thickness 1/8 3mm Minimum Bevel 0 Maximum Bevel (B) 3/8 9.5mm Bevel Angle 15-45 V-Block Length 8 200mm Number of Inserts 5 Motor 1/2hp 110V Weight 26 lbs. 11.8kg THIS MACHINE PRODUCES HOT CHIPS, KEEP AREA CLEAR OF COMBUSTIBLES Always adjust the machine for minimum depth of cut when starting to bevel materials not familiar with, increase depth as necessary. ADJUSTMENT: The carbide inserts offer 4 cutting edges. When the inserts become dull or chipped, change or rotate inserts by removing the 4 outside bolts on the V-Block. Make sure allen key is firmly seated in setscrew on the cutter head when loosening, or else stripping of the setscrew may occur. Snug set screws firmly. USE ONLY NYLOCK SETSCREWS IN CUTTER HEAD, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Use only 20 degrees inserts. When inserts become dull or chipped, replace as soon as possible. Continuous use of dull or chipped inserts may result in cutter head damage. Always feed the machine into the material left to right with the motor above the material (AS ARROW ON FRONT OF MACHINE INDICATES). Depth of cut and type of material will determine the feed rate. Do not push the machine too fast. Always start cutting on the end of the material. If starting in the center of a plate, start into the material very slowly as not to damage the inserts. To bevel materials less than 3/16, place 8 shims or washers between the V-Block plate and the V-Block Cap. When a large bevel is necessary and the machine seems to slow, take several passes to remove stock. Multiple passes will increase insert life, and the finished part will be produced more quickly.
Radius inserts are available for rounding the edge of a workpiece. Each insert has 2 cutting edges, rotate when dull. Do not use radius inserts on flame cut edges. When flame cutting plate the edge becomes hardened. Radius inserts may chip or break on these edges. Radius inserts are ideal for cleaning up welds on box corners or for paint chip edges. Use of a cutting lubricant will prolong insert life, and improve finished edge. TROUBLESHOOTING INSERTS DULLING Use Cutting Wax or Cream Use Titanium Coated Inserts Use C-5 Grade Inserts CHIPPING Feed Rate Too Fast Material Too Hard Use C-2 Grade Inserts Start of Cut Too Fast Use Multiple Passes (Adjust for Light Cut and Readjust for Deeper Cut) ROUGH EDGE Inserts Dull Use Cutting Wax or Cream Feed Rate too Fast GALLING Use Cutting Wax or Cream On Stainless and Aluminum Use Titanium Coated Inserts generated at the cutter. If possible try and purchase a vegetable based cutting oil as this will eliminate premature dulling of the cutters due to heat and it will not smoke like an oil base lubricant will. ROLLER GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS Roller guides are supplied with the Bevel-Mill for use on round plate and pipe over 6 diameter. DO NOT USE ROLLER GUIDES ON FLAT PLATE 1. Adjust machine for minimum depth of cut. 2. Position rollers to fit part. 3. Adjust rollers so machine can easily be moved around the part. It may be necessary to remove slag prior to beveling. 4. Test cut make a light cut and increase to desired depth 5. For large bevels multiple passes are recommended. 6. Always start bevels slowly to prevent insert damage. When using the rollers the workpiece is pinned between rollers and the cutter. This leaves little room for the machine to buck back. Make all roller adjustments loose and make only light passes. On long pipe lengths position the Bevel-Mill on top of workpieces and rotate pipe underneath. NOTE: When choosing a cutting solution or lubricant, do not use an oil based lubricant or cutting solution as this will increase heat
ADJUSTING BEVEL DEPTH * Refer to the Parts List Diagram to ensure you are looking at the correct part number 1. Using 9/16 open end wrench, loosen Motor Bolt (8000-4) as pictured below 5. Once the depth is set, tighten 8000-7, 8000-5, and 8000-4 ** This process may need to be repeated multiple times to achieve desired bevel depth. ADJUSTING BEVEL ANGLE 2. Loosen Top Lock Handle (8000-5) as shown below The 7000 Bevel-Mill Beveler is adjustable for a bevel angle of 15-45 To adjust the bevel angle: 1. Loosen the 4 V-Block Cap Screws (8000-18) as pictured below 3. Loosen Side Locking Bolt (8000-7) as the red arrow indicates, using a 5/10 allen wrench 2. Rotate V-Block assembly to desired angle by using degree indicator mark 4. Now the Housing (8000-1) is able to be rotated to the required cutting depth as shown 3. Tighten the 4 Cap Screws (8000-18)
PARTS LIST FOR BEVEL-MILL 7000 Part Number Description Quantity Part Number Description Quantity 8000-1 Housing 1 8000-10 Electric Cord 1 8000-2 Front Plate Screw 2 8000-11 Electric Switch 1 8000-3 Front Handle 1 7000-12 Motor 1hp 1 8000-4 Motor Bolt 1 7000-13 Cutter 1 8000-5 Top Lock Handle 1 8000-14 V-Block (Small) 1 8000-6 Top Handle 1 8000-15 Plate Screws 8 8000-7 Side Locking Bolt 1 8000-16 V-Block (Large) 1 8000-8 Cutter Nut 1 8000-17 V-Block Cap 2 7000-9 Cutter Set Screw 5
WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE OF THE HECK INDUSTRIES BEVEL-MILL 7000. WE STAND BEHIND OUR MACHINES, PLEASE CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS YOU MAY HAVE, OR TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS. THIS MACHINE IS WARRANTED FREE OF MANUFACTURER DEFECTS FOR 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE USE THIS MACHINE SAFELY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS. HECK INDUSTRIES P.O. BOX 425 HARTLAND, MI 48353 TOLL FREE: 800-886-5418 PHONE: 810-632-5400 FAX: 810-632-6640 WWW.HECKIND.NET DATE OF PURCHASE SERIAL NUMBER DEALER NAME