INSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR PARTS MANUAL FOR

PIRANHA
IRONWORKER MODEL NO. P-50 Publication January, 2008

For Serial Numbers P3-11050 to Current

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Piranha Optional Tooling Enhance your Piranhas versatility!

Oversize Punch Attachments
o Expand your punching capacity up to 5

Quickset Gauging Tables

o Allows you to quickly set up your punch end for multiple holes. o Includes an angle gauge bar to index off of the heel of your angle and a plate gauge bar which indexes off of the end of your plate. o Extensions are available in left and right hand styles in 5 and 10 lengths.

Backgauges
o Allows you to quickly set your machine up to repeat your shearing length by adding a mechanical backstop. o Backstop can be positioned in either the angle, flat bar or round bar section of the machine. o Available in lengths of 3, 6, 9 or 12 o An electronic version is also available, which cycles the machine automatically when material makes contact with the backgauge probe.

Pipe Notching Attachment

o o o o Allows you to single notch Schedule 40 Pipe. A must have for hand rail jobs. Attaches to the punch end of the machine. Notching dies available for , 1, 1 , 1 and 2 Schedule 40 Pipe.

Oversize Bending Attachments

o Expand your bending capacity to 24 on most models. o Includes a 4-way die block for different thicknesses of material. ***Additional Options Shown on Inside of Back Cover***

INSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR PARTS MANUAL FOR

PIRANHA
IRONWORKER MODEL NO. P-50 Publication December, 2004

MEGA MFG. INC.

P.O. Box 457 Hutchinson, KS 67504-0457 Ph 800-214-1266 FAX 620-669-8964 www.megamfg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Refer to second section of this manual for information on repair parts breakdown and ordering repair parts. Page No. FORWARD ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................... 4 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................ 5 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................ 6 FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................................. 7 DIMENSIONAL DATA ....................................................................................................................................... 8 INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................. 9 Location ....................................................................................................................................................... 9 Foundation ..................................................................................................................................................... 9 Wiring ....................................................................................................................................................... 9 Lifting ....................................................................................................................................................... 9 Assembly ....................................................................................................................................................... 9 LUBRICATION ................................................................................................................................................. 10 General ..................................................................................................................................................... 10 Lubrication Diagram.................................................................................................................................. 10 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................... 11 Hydraulic Filter Element ........................................................................................................................... 11 Fasteners and Connections ........................................................................................................................ 11 Hydraulic Oil Level..................................................................................................................................... 11 TROUBLE SHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................... 12 PUNCH TONNAGE CHART ............................................................................................................................. 15 TOOL LIST ..................................................................................................................................................... 16 PUNCH & DIE CLEARANCE CHART ............................................................................................................. 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................... 17 ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................ 21 REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATIONS ................................................................................................................RP1 SERVICE RECORD CHART........................................................................................................................RP22

FOREWORD

This manual has been prepared for those persons who will operate and maintain the Piranha. It is important that all persons responsible for the care and operation of this equipment read and understand the information presented in this publication. The illustrations and instructions on the following pages were the most recent available at the time of publication and selection of this material was made on the basis of a standard unit arrangement. Differences between the unit you received and the views contained in this manual are the result of design improvement and/or the addition of optional accessories specified on your order.

WARRANTY

Mega Mfg. will replace F.O.B. the factory, or refund the purchase price for any goods which are defective in materials and workmanship within 12 months of date of purchase, provided the buyer returns the warranty registration card within thirty (30) days of purchase date, and, at the seller's option, returns the defective materials freight and delivery prepaid to the seller, which shall be the buyer's sole remedy for defective materials. Seller shall not be liable to purchaser or any other person for consequential or incidental damages. Hydraulic and electrical components are subject to their respective manufacturer's warranties. This warranty does not apply to machines and/or components which have been altered in any way, or subjected to abusive or abnormal use, inadequate maintenance and lubrication, or to use beyond seller recommended capacities and specifications. Seller shall not be liable under any circumstances for labor costs expended on such goods or consequential damages. Seller shall not be liable to purchaser or any other person for loss or damage directly or indirectly arising from the use of the goods or from any other cause. No employee, agent, officer or seller is authorized to make oral representations or warranty of fitness or to waive any of the foregoing terms of sale and none shall be binding on the seller.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The operator of this machine should view the operational video provided with the machine, and thoroughly understand this manual before starting any operation. This machine is designed for use by a single operator only. Wear eye protection at all times. Use the proper voltage outlet for your machine. Assure that all guards and cover shields are down before starting machine. CAUTION: Do not remove guards. Keep hands off working tables and out of path of moving parts during operation. Remove all material from the tables except what you are using. Remove all tooling from punch end before starting shearing or coping operations. Assure all tooling is properly held in position before starting any operation. The area around the machine should be well lighted, dry, and as free as possible from obstructions. All maintenance and repair work should be performed by a person familiar with this publication. At the end of the working day, the operator should turn the power off to the machine. Adjust limit switches when punching or bending to allow " maximum clearance between bottom of stripper foot or bending punch and top of the material. Contact the factory for limit switch adjustments on special tooling. Turn selector switch to the OFF position when changing tooling or performing maintenance work. Reference (page 20, figure B).

INTRODUCTION
The Piranha Ironworker is a compact hydraulic powered unit that provides you several important advantages surpassing most other ironworkers in today's market, and offering, for your shop, a one stop ironworking center. It shears, punches, bends, notches, and copes; all in a low silhouette, efficiently designed unit resulting in minimal floor space requirements. The integral lifting lug provides instant portability and the unit arrives fully assembled at your shop requiring only the addition of hydraulic oil and a power source to become fully operational. A quick change mounting assembly utilizing a split dovetail allows setup from punching to bending in less than one minute. The large platen has seventeen 5/8 - 11 tapped holes giving a wide base for increased flexibility of attachment sizes. The shearing operation features an adjustable automatic hold down allowing the operator to clamp the work piece with a slight initial adjustment. All work stations are located approximately 44" off the floor for ease of operation. The first part of this manual provides maintenance instructions including an introduction, dimension and function drawings, lubrication instructions and a section on trouble shooting various problems which may occur. The second part of this manual provides repair parts information and a complete list of parts and their respective part numbers. Proper understanding and application of the information and procedures given in this manual will aid in establishing a preventative maintenance program and provide assistance for correcting malfunctions that may occur in the machine. The repair parts list provides information for parts procurement and assembly breakdowns to aid in disassembly and assembly for repair part installation.

MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Drive Motor.................................................................................................10HP 230/460 volt 3 phase Hydraulic tank capacity ........................................................................................................ 18 gallons Hydraulic oil..........................................................................................Mobile DTE 13 or equivalent ISO Grade 32 Consult your local distributor for cross reference WORKING SURFACE Platen.........................................................................................................................................10" x 17" Coping .......................................................................................................................................15" x 15" CAPACITIES Punch.............................................................Maximum 13/16" thru 3/4" thick material or 50 tons Bending ......................................................................................................................Maximum 50 tons Punch End. ................................................................................................................Maximum 50 tons Bar ................................................................................................................ 1 1/2" round or 1" square Plate ................................................................1 x 4 W/Fixed Holddown, 3/4" x 10",or 5/8" x 15 Angle............................................................................. 5" x 5" x 3/8" or 4" x 4 x 1/2" w/opt. knife Coper-Notcher ........................................................................................................... 2 3/4" x 4" x 1/4" WEIGHT Shipping Weight ........................................................................................................................2600 lbs.

FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAM
REAR CONTROL BOX (OFF-SIDE)

STROKE CONTROL

LIFTING LUG

HOLD DOWN

SHEAR TABLE

ANGLE TABLE COPER GUARD COPER GUIDES

PUNCH ATTACHMENT

PUNCH END

COPER TABLE CHIP BUCKET FIXED HOLD DOWN Must be used when shearing 1 x 4 plate

PLATEN TABLE

CHIP BUCKET

SERIAL NUMBER PLATE LOCATION

FRONT CONTROL BOX

FOOT SWITCH

COPER END

DIMENSIONAL DATA

42

60

24

66

INSTALLATION
LOCATION
For the best overall performance, install the Piranha in a location which is clean and well lighted. Provide sufficient space in all directions to allow for material lengths of the workpieces to be processed by the Piranha.

FOUNDATION
To maintain the accurate alignment built into the Piranha and to prevent undue stress on the moving parts under load, the Piranha should be placed on a stable base or floor adequately constructed to withstand the unit weight. Use the leveling bolts provided.

WIRING
The Piranha is shipped totally wired through the electrical enclosure box. It has been left to the owner's discretion whether to wire direct to a disconnect or to install a cord and plug for mobility of the Piranha. CAUTION: Compare machine wiring to input voltage prior to connecting power.

LIFTING
The lifting lug on the Piranha is an integral part of the machine. Use a device with adequate lifting capacity to handle the Piranha. CAUTION: Unit is extremely top heavy!!! Lifting from the underside of the machine may cause damage to the cabinet structure.

ASSEMBLY
The Piranha is pre-assembled at the factory requiring only the addition of hydraulic oil and a power source.

LUBRICATION
GENERAL
The importance of correct lubrication cannot be over emphasized. Under no circumstances should the machine be operated without complying with the lubrication requirements set forth in this publication.

16

6 15

13

14

12 8 9

7 10 11

LUBRICATION CHART
Station Part Lubricated Frequency Instructions Type Lube

1 12 14 5 4 19 6 13 2 3 15 18 16 7 8 9 17 10 11

Upper Pull Arm On Side Lower Pull Arm On Side Upper Pull Arm Off Side Lower Pull Arm Off Side Upper Pull Arm Hinge Pin Coper Side Plate On Side (2 Places) Coper Side Plate Off Side (2 Places Rear Hinge Pin Angle Knife Bushing Hold Down Link Hold Down Bar (2 Places) Hold Down Pin Stripper Assembly (2 Places) Clevis Pin Lower Pull Arm Hinge Pin Crank Arm Hinge Pin Cylinder Pin Drive Motor Drive Motor

Every 40 Hours Apply Grease Gun Or Weekly With Until Grease Normal Use Appears Around Edge Of Parts

Mobile MP Or Any MultiPurpose Grease

Located Inside The Cabinet Every 100-150 One Shot From Operating Hours Grease Gun

Multi-Purpose Grease

MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Selector switch should be in the OFF position while maintenance checks are being performed REF (page 20, figure B).

HYDRAULIC FILTER ELEMENT

The hydraulic oil filter is a vital component of the hydraulic system as it filters impurities and foreign particles to avoid hydraulic component malfunctions. CAUTION: When the filter element is plugged, hydraulic fluid will by-pass the element allowing contamination to enter the hydraulic system. It is recommended that the filter element be changed every 3 months, depending on work load and environmental conditions. One extra element is furnished with the basic unit. This element should be installed after the first 40 hours of use. The filter housing is mounted inside the access door on the machine. See repair parts list for reordering instructions and the part number. REF (page RP18)

FASTENERS AND CONNECTIONS

The efficiency and accuracy of the Piranha is dependent upon proper alignment of all parts. Alignment can only be achieved by keeping the fasteners tight. Check all bolts and nuts for tightness every 40 hours of operation or when lubricating the machine. Unless specified in parts illustrations, torque socket head bolts and hinge pin jam nuts to the specifications in the table on page 16. Check all hydraulic hose and fitting connections for tightness when lubricating the machine. Use of Loctite hydraulic sealant or equivalent is recommended on all connectors. Check to insure the hydraulic cylinder clevis is screwed tight on the piston rod each time machine is lubricated.

HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL

The Piranha is equipped with a dipstick indicator on the fill cap located inside the access door. The dipstick is marked to help maintain proper fluid level. This should be checked as part of your normal maintenance cycle. NOTE: It is recommended to implement a weekly maintenance program to inspect and lubricate your Piranha. A service record chart is provided in this manual on page RP22.

TROUBLE SHOOTING
The following material is a trouble-shooting guide to be followed by maintenance personnel should a problem occur with your machine. Many of these problems can be solved in your shop by following a step-by-step procedure for isolating the deficiency. If the deficiency can not be isolated and corrected in your shop, any information regarding your effort to isolate the area should be related to the service technician at Mega Manufacturing, Inc. to assist him in finding a solution. These efforts will assure restoring your machine to full operational status with the minimum amount of downtime.

PROBLEMS
P1 - Machine will not start For possible cause, check: 1. Selector switch. Must be turned to the control box you are starting the machine from. 2. Fuses at disconnect. 3. Voltage to motor starter 4. Transformer control voltage (output - 120 V). If not, check: A. Transformer fuse. If blown, inspect circuit for a ground short. B. Incoming voltage to input side of transformer is correct and the jumper bars are in the correct location. See page RP13. C. All wire and fuse holder connections are tight. D. Possible faulty transformer. 5. Control circuit from transformer to front and rear control boxes to motor starter coil. See wiring diagram page RP12. P2 - Machine starts but will not operate Determine if the problem is electrical or hydraulic by using the manual override buttons located on the Rexroth directional valve top and bottom sides. See page RP18-9. If the machine operates, the problem is electrical. Check: 1. To determine if problem exists in the front control box only, the rear control box only, or in both control boxes. A. If problem is isolated to one box only, check the internal wiring and wiring harness with disconnect plug for loose connection. B. If the problem exists in both boxes, follow the remaining procedures. 2. The wiring connections in the electrical enclosure. 3. The valve body wiring harness, including the disconnect plugs, for loose connections. 4. The coils in the directional control valve. If the machine does not operate on manual override, the problem is hydraulic. Check: 1. To determine if the pump is developing flow. If not, check: A. If motor rotation is correct. B. If motor/pump coupling (in models prior to S/N P3-5893) is tight on both shafts and insert is not damaged. C. That hydraulic suction line is tight. D. Oil level. E. For defective pump. 2. To determine if the spool in the directional control valve is stuck in the center position. If stuck, remove end caps of control valve and free the spool. Inspect for contamination. P3 - Machine overheats

For possible cause, check: 1. Fluid level in reservoir is low. 2. Low line voltage to transformer causing low control voltage to directional valve solenoid coils. Improper use of limit switches when using footswitch, allowing cylinder to bottom out at retraction and extension. 3. Thus causing hydraulic fluid to by-pass over relief valve, creating heat build up. 4. The use of the jog mode during production. Hydraulic fluid passing over the NC valve will create heat build up. 5. Any orifice type situation in the hydraulic system. Example: Contaminated cartridge valve, restricted or kinked etc.

hose,

P4 - Reset on motor starter kicks out

For possible cause, check: 1. Internal overheating. See P6 for trouble shooting procedure. 2. Insure proper sized heater coils are being used (see wiring diagram Page RP12). 3. Line voltage. 4. Connections on motor cable loose at starter or motor.

P5 - Edges on knife blade chipped by material

For possible cause, check: 1. Knife clearance - .007" to .010". If not,: A. Combo table bolts may have become loose, allowing scale and contamination between table and beam. Remove table and clean. B. Combo table bolts may have stretched the threads in the beam. Remove table and sand beam surface flat. C. Knives may have been ground. Shim to recommended clearance. 2. Knives dull creating a pulling effect on shearing edge. 3. Material may be too hard. 4. Material may be thicker than rated capacities.

P6 - Machine leaves burr when shearing

For possible cause, check: 1. Knife clearance - .007" to .010". If not, follow procedure in P8. 2. That knives are sharp. 3. That automatic hold down is clamping securely.

P7 - Bent or broken hold down swingbolt

For possible cause, check: 1. Alignment of angle hold down block with the angle table. Must be square with table. 2. Spiral pins holding the guide pins to the angle block are possibly sheared. 3. Hold down link must move freely in the hold down bar. 4. wingbolt moving freely in hold down bar. 5. 3 position hold down in proper location for material being sheared. See hold down assembly adjustment (Page 19)

TONS OF PRESSURE REQUIRED FOR PUNCHING MILD STEEL

This table shows the tons of pressure required for single punching mild steel derived by the formula: Tons of pressure required = hole size x materi al thickness x const ant 80. All figures shown are tons. Tonnage for punch sizes over 1 round can also be computed. Example: What pressure is required to punch a 2 round hole in 7/8 thick material? Si nce a 1 round hole in 7/8 thick material requires 70 tons of pressure, a 2 round hole in 7/8 thick material requires 157.50 tons. 2.25 round hole x 70 tons = 157.50 tons.

NOTE: Do not punch a hole with a smaller diameter than t he

thickness of the material.

Material Thickness
1/8 3/32 1/8 3/16 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 9/16 5/8 11/16 3/4 13/16 7/8 15/16 1 1 1 3/16 1 2 3 1/4 2 3 4 5 5/16 2 3 5 6 8 3/8 3 4 6 8 9 11 7/16 3 4 7 9 11 13 15

Punch Size
1/2 4 5 8 10 13 15 18 20 9/16 4 6 9 11 14 17 20 23 26 5/8 5 6 9 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 11/16 5 7 10 14 17 21 24 28 30 34 38 3/4 5 8 11 15 19 23 26 30 34 38 41 45 13/16 6 8 12 16 20 24 28 33 36 41 44 49 53 7/8 7 9 13 18 22 26 30 35 40 44 48 53 57 61 15/16 7 9 14 19 23 28 33 38 42 47 51 56 61 66 71 1 8 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80

TOOL LIST
The following tool list is only to be used as a guideline for performing maintenance and to assist you in trouble shooting your machine. Many of these items would already be included in your stockroom or a maintenance personnel tool box. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Grease gun with a flexible connection. Open end wrenches - 3/4" thru 1 1/4". Adjustable wrench - 1 1/2" thru 2 1/4" opening. Allen wrenches - 3/16" thru 5/8". Screwdrivers - miscellaneous sizes. Voltimeter.

RECOMMENDED FASTENER TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Unless Otherwise Specified

Bolt Size 3/8/16 7/16/14 1/2/13 5/8/11 3/4/10 Jam Nut

Torque (Ft-Lbs) 45 70 100 210 375 600

PUNCH & DIE CHART

CLEARANCE CHART FOR STEEL
Clearance Approx. Add to Thickness Punch Size 0.012 0.0135 0.0149 0.0164 0.0179 0.0209 0.0239 0.0269 0.0299 0.0329 0.0359 0.0418 0.0478 Slip fit Slip fit Slip fit Slip fit Slip fit 0.002 0.002 0.002 0.003 0.003 0.003 0.003 0.005 Clearance Approx Add to Thickness Punch Size 0.0538 0.0598 0.0673 0.0747 0.0897 0.1046 0.1196 0.1345 0.1345 0.1644 0.1793 --0.005 0.005 0.007 0.007 0.01 0.01 0.01 1/64 1/64 1/64 1/64 1/32 1/16

Gauge 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18

Gauge 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 1/4 to 1/2 plate 1/2 plate and over

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Piranha Ironworker comes pre-assembled and pre-wired, requiring only the addition of hydraulic fluid in the reservoir to the mark on the fill cap dipstick and a power source from a disconnect to the electrical enclosure box located inside the cabinet. The unit can be started and stopped by the push button operators located on the front cover of the control boxes on each end of the unit. (See page 20, Figure A) Control Box locations (See page 20, Figure "E"). The electrical controls have a selector switch to determine which control box controls the unit. This safety feature is located on the rear cover of the front control box only. (see Figure "B") The legend plate on the selector switch is printed "Front-Off-Rear". "Front" allows electrical control to the Front Box only. "Off" disconnects electrical control to both control boxes. "Rear" allows electrical control to the Rear Box only. The selector switch should be in the "Off" position when the machine is not being used, such as, changing tooling, maintenance work, etc. The machine can only be started from the control box selected via the selector switch. It can be stopped using either stop button. The ironworker is hand controlled by a 5 position momentary joystick operator. When the joystick is released from any of the 4 positions, it will return to the neutral (center) position stopping machine movement instantly. The joysticks are located on top of the control box at each end of the machine (see Figure "E"). The 4 controlling positions of the joystick are: 1. Fast down (pulling the handle forward) 2. Fast up (pushing the handle away) 3. Jog down (pushing the handle to the right) 4. Jog up (pushing the handle to the left) See Figures "C" and "D". All directions in Figures "C" and "D" are determined by standing at either end and facing the machine. The jog speed in both positions is a slow speed for alignment of center punch marks and scribe lines for shearing. The fast cycle should be used for the work cycle. The ironworker can also be controlled by a footswitch. (see Figure "F") The footswitch is used by plugging the 4-pole twist lock cap into the 4-pole twist lock receptacle located in the front cover of either control box (see Figure "A") and switching the toggle switch (see Figure "A") from the "off" position to the "on" position. The footswitch is a three-position switch allowing hands-free operation. By fully depressing the footswitch lever, machine movement is downward to limit setting. (See F2) By allowing the footswitch lever to elevate to the center position, machine movement stops. (See F3) Completion of downward cycle is accomplished by depressing footswitch lever again. Machine movement is down until limit setting is met. (See F4) Removing foot pressure from the switch entirely allows machine movement upward to limit setting, completing upstroke cycle. (See F5) The footswitch is used in conjunction with the upstroke and downstroke limit switches located on the machine side of the front control box only. (See Figure "C") The front limit switch (closest to the punch end and the lower switch of the two switches) controls the downstroke limit. The back switch (furthest from the punch end and the higher of the two switches) controls the upstroke limit. The limit switches are activated by the limit switch arms: Fig and Index No. RP4-60, shown on page no. RP4. To set the stroke using the limit switch arms, use the following procedure: 1. 2. 3. 4 5. 6. 7. Plug in footswitch Turn toggle switch to "On" position Loosen thumbscrew on downstroke limit switch arm. Fully depress footswitch lever allowing beam to move downward Slide limit switch arm until contact with the downstroke switch stops beam movement at the desired lower limit Tighten thumbscrew to hold limit switch arm firmly in place Loosen thumbscrew on upstroke limit switch arm

8. Allow footswitch lever to elevate allowing beam to raise 9. Slide limit switch arm until contact with the upstroke switch stops beam movement at the desired upper limit 10. Tighten thumbscrew to hold limit switch arm firmly in place

NOTE:

When punching or using the bending attachment, set upper and lower limits to allow for " maximum clearance between the bottom of the punch and the top of the work material. The setting will change when the work material thickness changes. The downstroke limit switch on the punch end controls the upstroke limit on the coper end. The upstroke limit is the only switch controlled from the rear control box footswitch control. The downstroke on the coper end would be controlled when the upper coper knife passes through the material and the operator allows the footswitch lever to fully elevate.

NOTE:

Punch Attachment Alignment

The alignment of the punch and die should be accomplished in the following manner: (See Page RP2 and RP8 for visual reference) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Slide the punch stripper assembly on the dovetail mounting shoe. Tighten the locking shoe by turning the cap screw clockwise thus locking the stripper assembly firmly in place. Remove the coupling nut from the punch stem using the coupling wrench. Insert the punch in the coupling nut and tighten on the punch stem using the coupling wrench. Insert the female die in the die block. Tighten the set screw against the female die. Slide the die block around the set screws on the platen table. Do Not Tighten Flanged Nuts. Switch the front control box toggle switch (See Figure "A") to the off position and disconnect the foot switch from th receptacle. Start the machine. Using the front control box joystick in the jog down mode (see Figure "C"), move the beam downward. Stop beam movement when the bottom of the stripper foot is approximately 1/8" above the die block. Visually and by hand movement of the die block, align the punch and die. Jog down again slightly and align. Continue this procedure until the punch has passed through into the die. Tighten flanged nuts on the set screws to hold the die block firmly to the platen table. Set the limit switches to control the length of stroke (see procedures previously listed). Start operation.

Bending Attachment Alignment

The alignment of the bending punch and bending die should be accomplished by the following manner: (See page RP2 and RP10 for visual reference.) 1. Slide the bending punch assembly on the dovetail mounting shoe. The front edge of the bending dovetail slide should be even with the mounting shoe 2. Tighten the locking shoe by turning the cap screw clockwise thus locking the bending punch assembly firmly in place. 3. Place the bending base holders on the platen table over the set screws. Do not tighten flanged nuts. 4. Place the 4-way bending die into the bending base holder with the proper width die opening on the top. 5. Switch the front control box toggle switch (See Figure "A") to the off position and disconnect the foot switch from the receptacle. 6. Start the machine. Using the front control box joystick in the jog down mode (see Figure "C"), move the beam downward. 7. When contact between the bending punch and the bending die block opening is made, the bending die block will center itself. 8. Tighten flanged nuts on the set screws to hold the base assembly firmly to the platen. 9. Set the limit switches to control the length of stroke (see procedures previously listed). 10. Start operation.

Hold Down Assembly Adjustment

The adjustment on the hold down assembly (see page RP6) should be accomplished by the following manner: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Raise the upper beam to its full upstroke limit. Loosen the long hex head nut without removing it from the swing bolt, raising the holddown assembly. Assure the hold down bar has raised until it is directly under the long nut. Insert material to be sheared under the hold down assembly. Tighten the long hex head nut to allow for approximately 1/8" clearance between the bottom of the shear urethane and the top of the material to be sheared. The material should move freely and not be held by the hold down assembly at this point. 6. Lower the beam using the front control box joystick in the jog mode (see Figure "C") until the hold down assembly firmly clamps the material. Note: The hold down assembly must firmly clamp the material before the shear knives engage the material surface. 7. If the foot switch is to be used during the operation, adjust the limit switches to control the length of stroke (see procedures previously listed). NOTE: Do not attempt to shear any material that will not be held by the hold down assembly. When shearing up to 1 X 4 flat bar, install the Fixed flat bar holddown, #0330129 to the front of the shear table, Make sure the material is held properly at the urethane and that the material extends into the fixed flat bar holddown area as well. The fixed flat bar holddown acts as a bumper bar assisting the urethane holddown in its normal function. 3 Position Holddown Settings vs. Material thickness: Locator hole nearest punch end - Plate = 1/4 thick and less, Angle = 3/16 thick and less Locator hole center position - Plate = 5/16 to 1/2 thick, Angle = to 5/16 thick Locator hole nearest the coper end - plate = 5/8 to 1 thick, Angle = 3/8 to thick* * ( Note: Shearing thick angle requires the optional upper angle knife not provided with the standard machine).

Stripper Assembly Adjustment

The adjustment of the stripper assembly to compensate for varying punch lengths should be accomplished in the following manner: (see page RP8 for visual reference) NOTE: The correct adjustment should have the tip of the punch 1/16" below the bottom of the stripper foot plate and the stripper foot plate level. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Install the stripper assembly on the upper beam (see instructions previously listed). Insert punch in the stripper assembly (see instructions previously listed). Check the adjustment on the punch length. If the tip of the punch extends more than 1/16" below the bottom of the stripper foot, adjustment is required. Remove both dust covers. Turn the two (2) socket head cap screws counter clockwise until the tip of the punch extends 1/16" below the bottom of the stripper foot plate. The stripper foot plate MUST remain level or parallel to the work material. The punch tip should be able to line up on a center punch mark before the stripper foot plate engages the material. If the tip of the punch does not extend 1/16" below the bottom of the stripper foot or if the stripper foot plate is not parallel with the work material, adjustment is required. Follow the procedure listed in 5 above except turn the cap screws clockwise. Install the dust covers on the stripper assembly.

6. 7. 8.

NOTE:

When all tooling changes are being made, the selector switch should be in the "OFF" position (Page 20, figure B) until changes are completed.

ORDERING REPAIR PARTS FOR A PIRANHA

The following assembly parts lists are shown in four columns. In the first column are the index numbers of the parts illustrated. The second column contains the Mega Manufacturing part number, followed by the description in the third column. The last column shows the quantity of parts required for the assembly. Electrical wiring diagrams and hydraulic diagrams are shown with the Mega Manufacturing part numbers. Some of these items shall be considered as an assembly and only one part number will be given, even though they are comprised of component parts. You will receive quicker service when ordering repair parts by adhering to the following procedure. 1. Give complete serial number of the machine. The machine serial number is stamped on the name plate and is located on the right hand side of the machine (when facing the punch end). Give part number, description, and the quantity of parts that you require. Specify each individual piece required. Do NOT use the term "complete assembly". Specify how and where to ship. Define the method of transportation desired. UPS, Old Dominion, and FedEx Freight are most frequently used at Mega Manufacturing.

2.

3.

4.

ALWAYS GIVE COMPLETE SERIAL NUMBER

REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATIONS

Basic Unit ......................................................................... RP2 Hold Down Assembly...................................................... RP6 Punch Assembly .............................................................. RP8 Bending Assembly......................................................... RP10 Electrical Enclosure ...................................................... RP12 Wiring Diagram ............................................................ RP13 Front Control Box......................................................... RP14 Rear Control Box ......................................................... RP15 Valve Body Assembly ................................................... RP16 Motor, Filter, and Pump Assembly............................. RP18 Cylinder.......................................................................... RP19 Foot Pedal Assembly .................................................... RP20 Knives (No Illustration)................................................ RP21 Service Record Chart .................................................. RP22

P50 BASIC UNIT

Figure And Index No. RP - 1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 -12 -13 -14 -15 -16 -17 -18 -19 -20 -21 -22 -23 -24 -25 -26 -27 -28 -29 -30 -31 -32 -33 -34 -35 -36 -37 -38 -39 -40 -41 -42 -43 -44 -45 -46 -47 -48 -49 Part Number 0230142 0531351 0230117 0531118 0531255 0230155 0230144 0230124 0531080 0230415 0230143 0531352 0531270 0531303 0230116 0330170 0230166 0230115 0531260 0230163 0230161 0230160 0531250 0230167 0230154 0230146 0531112 0230121 0230100 0230101 0230156 0230141 0230140 0531110 0531000 0531081 0531092 0531076 0230130 0531051 0230131 0330189 0230132 0531039 0230145 0531062 0230111 0330168 0230165 Description Qty.

Coper Guard 3/8 x 1 Roll Pin Coper End Knife Support 3/4 x 7 1/2 HH 3/4 Nylock HN Black Pipe Spacer Coper Dust Cover Plate Coper Table Assy 1/2 x 1 SHCS Shear Guard Assy Chip Bucket 1/2 x 1 1/2 Roll Pin 1-1/2 NF JN 1.535 ID x 3 OD X .255 Washer Coper Side Plate-Off Side Rear Hinge Pin Bushing Rear Hinge Pin Coper Side Plate-On Side 1 NF ND HN Taper Pin Plug Taper Pin Split Bushing Taper Pin 5/8 Nylock HN Angle Knife Bushing Urethane Spacer Angle Knife Cover 3/4 x 2 1/2 SB Combo Shear Table Upper Beam Assy Lower Beam Assy Angle Knife Block Round Bar Guide Assy Plate Shear Guide 3/4 x 2 1/4 SHCS 1/4 x 1/2 SHCS 1/2 x 1 1/4 SHCS 5/8 x 2 1/4 SHCS 7/16 x 4 SHCS Locking Shoe Bearing 3/8 x 1 1/4 SHCS Locking Shoe Locking Shoe Bolt Mounting Foot 3/8 x 3/4 SHCS Bronze Wear Plate 3/8 x 3/4 FHSC Pull Arm-Off Side Crankarm Bushing Pull Arm Hinge Pin

1 2 1 2 2 1 1 1 4 1 2 2 6 6 1 1 1 1 4 4 8 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 2 1 6 1 1 2 1 1 1 6 1 2 1 3 1

P50 BASIC UNIT, Continued

Figure And Index No. -50 -51 -52 -53 -54 -55 -56 -57 -58 -59 -60 -61 -62 -63 -64 -65 -66 -67 -68 -69 -70 -71 -72 -73 -74 -75 -76 -77 -78 -79 -80 -81 -82 -83 -84 -85 -86 -87 -88 -89 -90 -91 -92 -93 -94 -95 -96 Part Number 0230110 0230148 0531097 0531050 0230112 0230114 0230113 0230149 0531001 0531320 0230153 0230164 0230120 0531090 0230150 0330167 0230273 0230147 0531090 0531087 0531005 0581140 0531088 0330128 0531307 0531715 0531094 0531060 0531253 0531400 0230276 0276274 0531050 0230277 0531330 0531071 02302501 0230262 0230262 02302501 0531070 0531086 0531069 0531072 0330129 0531086 0531216 Description Qty.

Pull Arm-On Side Crankarm Pin Lock Plate 5/8 x 6 1/2 SHCS 3/8 x 1 SHCS Crankarm Assy Platen Support-Off Side Platen Support-On Side Microswitch Guide Block 1/4 x 3/4 SHCS 1/4 x 1/2 Thumbscrew Microswitch Arm Assy Crankarm Hinge Pin Platen Table 5/8 x 1 3/4 SHCS Pull Arm Guard Clevis Pin Bushing Upper Angle Knife Shear Table Adjust Block 5/8 x 1 3/4 SHCS x 2 SSS 1/4 x 1/2 Button Head Cap Screw 1/4 HN 1/2 x 1 1/2 Carriage Bolt Coper Table Guide 1/2 Flat Plated Washer KP79 (1/2-13) Plastic Handle 5/8 x 2 HHCS 3/8 x HCS GR8 5/8 JN Lifting Lug Coper Knife - Lower Side & end Angle Knife - Lower 3/8 X 1 SHCS - Upper Coper Coper Knife - Upper Woodruff Key - Upper Coper Knife 7/16 x 2 SHCS - Lower Shear,lower Rd Bar, Lower Angle lat Shear Knife x 12.125 Round Bar Knife Round Bar Knife Flat Shear Knife x 12.125 7/16 x 1 SHCS - Upper Shear, Upper Rb Bar 1/2 x 1 3/4 SHCS - Lift Lug 7/16 x 1 SHCS 7/16 x 2 SHCS Flat Bar Holddown 1/2 x 1 SHCS 1/2 Nylock HN

2 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 3 3 3 3 2 2 1 1 1 2 4 1 1 11 1 1 1 1 7 2 4 2 1 2 2

P50 PUNCH ASSEMBLY

PART # 02304011
Figure and Index No. RP-1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 -12 -13 -14 -15 -16 -17 -18 -19 -20 -21 -22 -23 -24 -25 Part Number 02304001 0531002 0531055 0531100 0531251 03304011 0531356 03304021 0330406 0330407 0330403 0531211 0531210 0531058 03304041 0531106 N/A 0340408 0531360 0231410 0330400 0531012 0531013 0541045 0531350 Description 1 13/16 Die Block Cast 1/4 x 3/4 SSS 3/8 x 1/2 SSS 5/8 x 3 SSS 5/8 CL-4 FLDG Nut Stripper Foot Cast 3/8 x 2 1/2 Spiral Pin Stripper Guide Pin C-56 Coupling Nut Fig 16 Punch Stem Stripper Block 3/8 CL-1 Knurled Nut 3/8 HN 3/8 x 2 SSS Punch Dovetail Slide Cast 5/8 x 1 1/2 FHCS N/A Stripper Guide Pin Adjust Cap 1610 Zerk 2 Coupling Wrench Punch Guard Punch Guard Rivet Punch Guard Spacer W-17N Ball Plunger 1/4-20 1/4 x 3/4 Roll Pin Qty. 1 3 1 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 N/A 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 1

Note: Punch Assembly, 02304011 includes index number 6-19, 21-25.

When ordering Include Serial #

RP-9

P40/50 ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY

PART # 02316402-1
Figure And Index No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 -OR -OR 7 8 9 -OR -OR 10 -OR Not Shown Part Description Number 0521634 Rear Wiring Harness Receptacle 0521634 Front Wiring Harness Receptacle 0521636 Valve Body Ha rness Receptacle 0531641 Starter T2253 Auxillary Contact 05316261 220 / 440 Vt Transformer 05316271 575 Vt Transformer 05316281 208 Vt Transformer 05316221 Fuse Block 0531606 MDX-3 Fuse 0531639 220 Vt Heater Coil B-40 0531634 440 Vt Heater Coil B-19.5 0531635 575 Vt Heater Coil B-17.5 T0771 208/230 Vt Fuse ATQR 1.5 T0794 440/575 Vt Fuse ATQR 6/10 03316512-1 Valve Body Wiring Harness Qty. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 3 2 2 1

FRONT BOX ASSEMBLY

PART # 02316292-1
Figure And Index No. RP -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 -12 -13 -14 -15 -16 -17 -18 -19 Part Number 05316291 0531608 0531609 0531644 05316451-1 0531616 05316101-1 05316111-1 05316121-1 0531618 0531619 05316461 0531654 0531657 Description Qty.

05316781-1 0531678-1 0531696-1

Front Control Box - With Covers Joystick 9001 K35 KA-1 Contact Block KA-2 Contact Block Selector Switch ZB4BD3 Microswitch Start Button ZB4BA3 Stop Button ZB4BL4 Contact Block w/base N.C. ZB4BZ102 (Contact # ZB4BE102) 4 Pole Receptacle Toggle Switch Legend Plate, Front-Off-Rear, ZB2BY2002 Liquid Tight Connector, 3/8" JIC Grey Conduit Flexguard Quick Disconnect Plug Contact Block ZB4BE101 Mtg Base w/2 ea N.O. Contacts * ZB4BZ103 Contact Block w/base ZB4BZ101 *

1 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1

* Replacement contacts for item # 18 requires 2 ea. # ZB4BE101, item # 19 requires 1 ea.

RP-14

REAR BOX ASSEMBLY

PART # 02316302-1
Figure And Index No. RP -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 -12 -13 -14 Part Number 05316301 0531608 0531609 0531644 05316101-1 05316111-1 05316121-1 0531618 0531619 0531654 0531657 Description Qty.

0531696-1

Rear Control Box - With Covers Joystick 9001 K35 KA-1 Contact Block KA-2 Contact Block Start Button ZB4BA3 Stop Button ZB4BL4 Contact Block w/base N.C. ZB4BZ102 (Contact # ZB4BE102) 4 Pole Receptacle Toggle Switch Liquid Tight Connector 3/8" JIC Grey Conduit Flexguard Quick Disconnect Plug Contact Block w/base ZB4BZ101 (Contact # ZB4BE101)

1 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

RP-15

VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY

PART # 0231530-2
Figure And Index No. RP - 1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 -12 -13 -14 -15 -16 -17 -18 -19 Part Number T3572 0551566-1 0551559-1 0531567-1 0531566-1 0531562-1 0551561-1 T3574 0541535-1 0531530-1 0531574-1 0581503 0531531 0531509 0571532 0531543 0531522 0531521 03316512-2 Description Qty.

Pilot Valve 2-way Counterbalance Valve Pressure Relief Valve 35/26 Check Valve Single Pilot Piston Valve Pressure Relief Valve 25/12 Solenoid Valve (N.C.) 115V AC Solenoid Coil Shuttle Valve Valve Body Directional Control Valve 4-way 6801-10 Fitting 6801-12 Fitting 6802-10 Fitting 32" Hose To Filter Assy 32" Hose To Tank 75" Hose To Cylinder 50" Hose To Cylinder Valve Body Wiring Harness (not shown)

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1

P50 MOTOR, PUMP AND FILTER ASSY

PART # 0231600-1
Figure and Index No. -1 OR OR -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 -12 -13 Part Number 05316612 05316702 05316652 0533539 0531596-2 0531050 0531515-1 0521550-1 0521551-1 0531508 0571532 0531544 0541531 0531514 0541542 Description 10 HP Motor 220/440V (5/8 Hollow Shaft) 10 HP Motor 220V Single Phase (5/8 Hollow Shaft) 10 HP Motor 575V (5/8 Hollow Shaft) Hyd. Fitting 6801-16 Hydraulic Pump 3/8x 1 SHCS 6403-10-12 Hyd. Fitting Filter Assy. 4 Pall Filter Element 4 Pall 6801-10-12LP JM6 Hyd. Fitting Hose to Valve Body 32 Hose to Tank 48 304-C-6 Hyd. Fitting 6503-6-4 Hyd. Fitting Pressure Gauge Qty. 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

P50 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY

Figure and Index No. -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 -12 Part Number 05315031 0230171 0230152 0531340 0531362 0531085 02301721 0531509 0531521 0531522 N/A 05315011 Description Cylinder Clevis Pin Clevis 5103-125 Snap Ring 1652B Zerk Straight -28 x SSS Cylinder Pin 6802-10 Hyd. Fitting Hose to Valve Body 50 Hose to Valve Body 75 Nylock Plug Cylinder Seal Kit Qty. 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1

FOOT SWITCH ASSEMBLY

PART # 0231628
Figure And Index No. 1 2 3 4 Part Number 0531655 0531636 0531637 0531617 Description Qty.

Foot Switch Cord Grip 16 - 4 SEO Cord 4 Pole Plug

1 1 1

Note: Limit Switches in Foot Pedal are not a stock item, but can be obtained.

KNIVES
Index Number Part Number 02302501 0230252 0230253 0230254 0230256 0230258 0230260 0230262 0230264 0230266 0230268 0230269 0230270 0230272 0276274 0230273 0230276 0230277 0230280 0230283 0230284 0531050 0531072 0531069 0531070 0531071 0531070 0531071 0531071 0531330 Description Qty.

Flat Shear Knives x 12.125" 3/8" Round Bar Knife Blank Round Bar Knife 1/2" Round Bar Knife 5/8" Round Bar Knife 3/4" Round Bar Knife 7/8" Round Bar Knife 1" Round Bar Knife 1 1/8" Round Bar Knife 1 1/4" Round Bar Knife 1 3/8" Round Bar Knife 1 1/2" Round Bar Knife 3/4" Square Bar Knife 1" Square Bar Knife Angle Knife - Lower Angle Knife - Upper Coper Knife - Lower & Sides Coper Knife - Upper 1/4" Round Bar Knife 1/2" Square Bar Knife 5/8" Square Bar Knife 3/8" x 1" SHCS - Upper Coper 7/16" x 2 1/4" SHCS - Rear Coper 7/16" x 1 1/2" SHCS - Side Coper 7/16" x 1 3/4" SHCS - Upper Shear 7/16" x 2" SHCS - Lower Shear 7/16" x 1 3/4" SHCS - Upper Rd. Bar 7/16" x 2" SHCS - Lower Rd. Bar 7/16" x 2" SHCS - Lower Angle Woodruff Key - Upper Coper Knife

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 3 1 2 2 2 4 2 4 4 4 2 2 4 1

DATE LUBBRICATION KNIFE & TABLE BOLTS MACHINE & CABINET BOLTS HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS OIL LEVEL AND/OR CHANGE OIL FILTER KNIFE EDGES REMARKS

***Additional Options Shown on Inside of Front Cover***

Piranha Optional Tooling Enhance your Piranhas versatility!

Pressbrake Tooling Holders

o Allows you to use pressbrake punches and dies in your ironworker for higher precision bending.

Roller Feed Tables

o Available in 5 lengths. o Includes rollers for angle and flat bar sections. o 20 wide flat rollers and 6 angles.

Channel Shear
o Attaches to the punch end of the machine. o Removes a slug for each cut. o Slug must be slid out the front of the channel shear after each cut. o A pinned slide block is adjusted to accommodate different widths of channel.

Channel Die Block

o Enables you to punch into the legs of channel and other structural shapes. o Mounts in place of your standard die block. o Still utilizes your urethane punch attachment. o Can be used in conjunction with offset dies to punch very near to the web of your material.

Additional Fabricating Equipment

Single Operator Ironworkers

36 to 120 tons

3 & 4 Roll Manual/Hydraulic

Portable Presses

Dual Operator Ironworkers

35 to 140 tons

Punch Plasmas

Punch Presses
35 to 140 tons

Section Bending Rolls Plasma Tables

Press Brakes
25 to 500 tons

Precision Press Brakes

25 to 500 tons

Hydro-Mechanical Shears
1/4 to 1/2

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