Tri Tool CBM-2 Counterbore Module - Manual (Page 10)

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TRI TOOL INC.
92-0177 Rev. 140226
WARNING:
OPERATION
Read the operating instructions carefully before attempting to operate the C’bore
Module.
Use eye protection at all times when operating the C’bore Module.
Install the Clamshell on the pipe and remove the in-line spool, fitting etc. as de-
scribed in the appropriate Clamshell operating instructions.
Refer to the Operator’s Manual for operation of the 600SB Series Clamshell,
which is to be used.
Slide the Mounting Adapter into the Tool Holder. Tighten all mounting screws.
CONFIGURING THE COUNTERBORE MODULE
Select the appropriate Tool Bit. Refer to the ‘Tool Bits' section.
Use of dull or improperly designed Tool Bits or Tool Bits not manufactured by
Tri Tool Inc. may result in poor performance and may constitute abuse of this
machine and therefore voids the Tri Tool Inc. factory warranty.
Install the Tool Bit in the Boring Bar. Be sure the cutting edge lies along the radial
centerline in the direction of rotation.
Adjust the counterbore diameter.
Radially adjust the Feed Tube using the Feed Sprocket.
MACHINING SEQUENCE
Check to insure that the Tool Bits are clear of the pipe and that the Clamshell Feed
Pin is retracted.
Slowly rotate the clamshell to insure that the Form Tooling Bit clears the pipe.
Increase the Clamshell RPM to cutting speed. Refer to the section on ‘Cutting
Speeds’.
To feed the Tool Bit in, hold the Feed Knob.