improved super debeaker installation and operation b281-153 - Lyon

GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION
IMPORTANT: BLADE NUTS MUST BE KEPT TIGHT FOR PROPER HEAT CONTROL. METAL EXPANDS WHEN
HEATED AND CONTRACTS AS IT COOLS. IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHECK NUT TIGHTNESS AT START-UP
TIME AND OCCASIONALLY DURING OPERATION.
If the optional HAND REST is used, adjust the HAND REST (H1) to the proper position for operator comfort.
Plug the POWER CORD (1) into a GROUNDED OUTLET power source. Blade temperature is adjusted by turning
the HEAT CONTROL KNOB (C16) clockwise. Turning the HEAT CONTROL KNOB (C16) all the way to the LEFT
turns the unit OFF. Three areas of heat are shown on the DIAL (C17), LOW-MEDIUM-HIGH. Turning the KNOB
(C16) all the way to the RIGHT is the HOT or maximum heat setting. In most cases the MEDIUM heat range will
be used. However, the heat setting can he affected by the type of blade used, the condition of the blade, the
condition of the lead ends of the TRANSFORMER (C2) secondary, and the tightness of the BLADE NUTS (C8).
Low incoming VOLTAGE to the Debeaker® will require a higher setting of the HEAT CONTROL (C5) to
compensate. NEVER USE MORE HEAT THAN NECESSARY TO CAUTERIZE PROPERLY. Normally, the HEAT
CONTROL (C5) can be adjusted until the blade is a DULL RED COLOR (view blade color in a subdued light).
Shade the blade area if necessary to view the proper blade color.
The Debeaker® blade is installed as shown on the illustration to the left. NOTE:
THE BLADE IS INSTALLED ON THE ENDS OF THE TRANSFORMER LEAD
ENDS AND BEHIND THE BLADE BARS. The blade bars are slotted to allow
them to swing out for changing the blade or for maintenance. Due to the heat
levels the blade bars are subjected to, they should be changed monthly if the
Debeaker® is in constant use. The use of BLADE BARS (C9) on older
transformers that do not have the ROUND TRANSFORMER LEAD ENDS (C7)
IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
MAINTENANCE: Properly used and maintained, your Super Debeaker® will supply you with years of service.
As with any electrical device, exercise caution when servicing the unit. BE SAFE, DISCONNECT THE
POWER CORD FROM THE POWER SOURCE WHEN SERVICING THIS UNIT.
To maintain the Debeaker® in top operating condition, the front end (blade and holder area) should be serviced
once a month, more often if subjected to daily use. Recommended front-end maintenance is as follows:
1. Remove Blade, Insulator and Blade Bars.
2. Inspect insulator and clean with a wire brush. Replace if required.
3. Inspect blade bars. Replace them if they are pitted and/or burned.
4. Wire brush the ends of the transformer secondary leads. DO NOT FILE.
5. Run a 8-32 die down the transformer lead studs all the way to the transformer lead. Use the REVERSE SIDE OF
THE DIE. The front side is tapered and will not clean the threads close enough to the transformer lead.
6. Assemble the insulator and blade bars on the carriage. LEAVE THE INSULATOR LOOSE.
7. Mount the blade and tighten into place with 8-32 nuts.
8. Tighten the insulator block into place.
9. Inspect the rear of the blade bars to be sure there is full contact of the blade to the transformer leads.
For more detailed maintenance information, send for Bulletin 281-131B, “General Debeaker® Maintenance”.
For a complete listing of all blades and attachments available, send for the Lyon Catalog, LEC-4.