Hydraulic Die Forming Discussion Group

Hydraulic Oil used/Set up Instructions

I purchased the demo Pro press that you had down in Tucson. Rio sent me the hand pump, but drained all the oil out of it. What oil do I need to use? Are there any instructions for properly filling the pump and purging any air out of the lines?

As far as using the press goes, this tool is capable of generating massive forces, and I was hoping there would be some instructions as to how much pressure to apply, etc. From the look of it, you are expected to buy additional books or take classes to do anything without learning it on your own, or the hard way. I have Cynthia's safety sheet, which is good, but is really just common sense rules for normal operation. Given the price of this little gem, I would expect at least a small manual with some do's and don't's, just so no one gets hurt right out of the chute. If that doesn't exist, which book that Rio sells is the one I need to start using this press?

I am in the process of building a frame for this press which will hold everything and also provide protection to the operator while using it. When I get it finished, I'll make plans and parts lists available.

Tue Apr 7 '09

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