Rescue equipment

SMC 4006 / 4006 C

Maintenance recommendations after use (every time)
Wear full protective gear during maintenance ! Always act according to the safety instructions as supplied with each tool ! Contact the Holmatro dealer if one of the items does not work properly ! Necessary equipment: see check list page 12.

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Left: SMC 4006 Step 1 Check the cutter for completeness, oil leaks and damage. Do not use the cutter if it leaks or is damaged, and contact the Holmatro dealer. Check general condition of the cutter. Clean/dry the tool with soft cloth. Check the attachment of the carrying handle. If necessary, fasten it firmly by tightening the wing screw.

Right: SMC 4006 C

Step 2 Check coupler(s) and dust cap(s) for damage, dirt and/or oil leakage. Clean coupler(s) with a clean and soft cloth, if necessary with water and soap. If necessary grease with hydraulic oil or use WD-40. Check functioning coupler(s) (see page 13). Reconnect loose dust cap(s) to coupler(s).

Pigtail connection only !

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Step 3 Check the functioning of the control handle, it must automatically return to its neutral position. Contact the Holmatro dealer if the handle does not work properly.

Step 4 (only for pigtail connection) Check the back of the control handle for oil, this will indicate that the safety valve has been activated during use (return line of the tool was not connected properly to the returnline of the pump). Clean the deadmans handle internally by blowing compressed air in the back of the handle. Check the hose for damage.

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Manufacturing sales & service U.S.A., Canada and Latin America

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05/08

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Maintenance recommendations after use, continued

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Step 5 Check the presence of the lock-nut. Check if the upper moving part can move freely. If not see page 8 step 9 to adjust.

Step 6 Clean the blades after use. Check the blades for damage, remove upsettings on the blades. Use a file and abrasive paper. Blades can be turned one time 120. Replace, or turn blades 120 when blades are damaged. See page 7 replacing the blades to replace the blades. Lubricate the blades after use with preservative oil WD-40.

Step 7 Check the presence of both locking screws. Both lock bolts should be tightened firmly.

Step 8 The best cutting results are obtained if the blades (jaw opening) are open 0.5 mm to 1 mm at the end of the cutting movement. See page 9 Adjusting the plunger stroke to adjust the plunger stroke.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Step 9 Step 10 Spray Teflon lubricating oil on and between Clean/dry the tool with soft cloth before the moving parts of the centre bolt B while the storing it. tool is opening and closing (cover not shown). Lightly oil steel parts with preservative oil WD-40. Store the cutter in a dry and well-ventilated area. Do not fully close the cutter, always keep a few mm for opening, so that the tool can be stored without pressure.

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Wear full protective gear during maintenance ! Always act according to the safety instructions as supplied with each tool ! Contact the Holmatro dealer if one of the items does not work properly ! Necessary equipment: see check list page 12.

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Monthly maintenance recommendations (or after 10 hours of use)

Step 1 Check the operation of the tool by opening and closing the cutter 2 times. No cracking sounds can be heard. Check the tool for damage and leaking. If the tool doesnt work properly and/or leaks, contact the Holmatro dealer.

Left: SMC 4006 Right: SMC 4006 C Step 2 Check coupler(s) and dust cap(s) for damage, dirt and/or oil leakage. Clean coupler(s) with a clean and soft cloth, if necessary with water and soap. If necessary grease with hydraulic oil or use WD-40. Check functioning coupler(s) (see page 13). Reconnect loose dust cap(s) to coupler(s).

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Step 4 (only for tools with pigtail hoses) Step 3 Check whether the deadmans handle returns Check pigtail hose(s) and mounting of the to its neutral position. couplers. Check the operation of the deadmans handle. Replace the pigtail hose when: Have the Holmatro dealer repair the o damages are visible deadmans handle if it doesnt function o the steel inner layer is visible properly. o blisters are visible o obvious traces of kinks are visible o cuts are visible o protection spring is not mounted well

Step 5 Check the presence of the lock-nut. Check if the upper moving part can move freely. If not, see page 8 step 9.

Step 6 Check the carrying handle for damage. Replace a damaged carrying handle. Check the attachment of the carrying handle. If necessary, fasten it firmly by tightening the wing screw.

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Should be carried out by a Holmatro trained and certified technician! Wear full protective gear during maintenance ! Always act according to the safety instructions as supplied with each tool ! Necessary equipment: see check list page 12.

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Annual maintenance instructions (or after 100 hours of use)

Step 1 Check general condition cutter. Check for oil leakage. Repair when leaking. Check readability model and serial number. Check condition of protective cover. Replace the cover when: o Tears are such that the operator can get trapped between moving parts. o Warning pictograms are illegible.

Left: SMC 4006 Right: SMC 4006 C Step 2 Check coupler(s) and dust cap(s) for dirt and/or oil leakage. Clean coupler(s) with a clean and soft cloth, if necessary with water and soap. If necessary grease with hydraulic oil or use WD-40. Check functioning coupler(s) (see page 13). Reconnect loose dust cap(s) to coupler(s).

Step 3 Check for functioning deadmans handle. If handle does not return to its neutral position automatically, check internally (see maintenance deadmans handle, page 10).

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Step 4 (only for tools with pigtail hoses) Check pitail hose(s) and mounting of the couplers. Replace the pigtail hose when: o damages are visible. o the steel inner layer is visible. o blisters are visible. o obvious traces of kinks are visible. o cuts are visible. o protection spring is not mounted well.

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Annual maintenance instructions, continued

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Step 5 Check and maintain the blades according to the maintenance recommendations after use page 2 step 6.

Step 6 Remove the cover. Check plunger for traces of leakage. Check blade holders for scratches and/or damage. Mount the cover.

Step 7 Check the carrying handle for damage. Replace a damaged carrying handle. Check the attachment of the carrying handle. If necessary, fasten it firmly by tightening the wing screw.

Step 8 Check the presence of the lock-nut. Check if the upper moving part can move freely. If not, see page 8 step 9. Spray Teflon lubricating oil on and between the moving parts of the centre bolt while the upper moving part is opening and closing.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

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Maintenance instruction blades
Wear full protective gear during maintenance ! Always act according to the safety instructions as supplied with each tool ! Contact the Holmatro dealer if one of the items does not work properly ! Necessary equipment: see check list page 12.

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Step 1 Clean the blades after use. See chapter Replacing the blades for removing, and replacing the blades.

Step 2 Check the blades for damage, remove upsettings on the blades by grinding. Blades can be turned one time 120. Replace, or turn blades 120 when parts are broken-out our are damaged. See page 7 replacing the blades to replace the blades. Lubricate the blades after use with preservative oil WD-40.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

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Replacing the blades
Wear full protective gear during maintenance ! Always act according to the safety instructions as supplied with each tool ! Contact the Holmatro dealer if one of the items does not work properly ! Necessary equipment: see check list page 12.

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Step 1 Open the blades as much as possible. Disconnect the tool from the pump.

Step 2 Remove both locking screws C. Remove both adjusting screws D. Remove both blades A+K manually. If it is not possible to remove the blades manually, follow step 7 through 10.

Step 3 Clean the blades properly. The blades have 2 different lengths. Short blade (35mm) for the moving part of the cutter. Long blade (40mm) for the fixed part of the the cutter. Clean the openings in the jaws properly.

Step 4 If the blades are in good condition, turn them 120. If not, install new blades. Blades can be turned one time. Position both blades with the curve of the opening pointing forward. If the blades cannot be mounted manually. Do not use a hammer.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Step 5 Step 6 Put the short blade A in the moving part of the First tighten both adjusting screws D and then cutter head E, and the long blade K in the loosen them one half turn, so the blades rest fixed part of the cutter head N. loosely in the opening. Tighten both locking screws C firmly against the adjusting screws D to secure them. Lubricate the blades with preservative oil WD-40.

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Replacing the blades, continued

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Step 7 Step 8 Remove both screws L and the protection Use a dowel A and soft hammer to remove the cover M. blade B. Remove both screws F. Replace the blades as described in step 3 Remove the plunger cap J. through 6, followed by step 9 through 10 to Remove the nut G and washer H. assemble the cutter. Pull the centre bolt I from the head and remove the moving part of the head E.

Step 9 Put the moving part E of the cutter head on the tool and place the centre bolt I, the washer H and the nut G. Screw the nut G tight enough so the moving part can just move freely.

Step 10 Place the plunger cap J correctly on the plunger. Put both screws F in the plunger and spring, tighten them hand tight. Attach the protection cover M with both screws L.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

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Adjusting the plunger stroke
Wear full protective gear during maintenance ! Always act according to the safety instructions as supplied with each tool ! Contact the Holmatro dealer if one of the items does not work properly ! Necessary equipment: see check list page 12.

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Step 1 The best cutting results are obtained if the blades (jaw opening) are open 0.5 mm to 1 mm at the end of the cutting movement.

Step 2 Open the blades as much as possible. Disconnect the tool from the pump. Remove both screws L and the protection cover M. Remove both screws F and the spring of the plunger. Remove the plunger cap J.

Step 3 Use a screwdriver to adjust the adjusting screw A to increase or decrease the stroke. Hold the plunger in while screwing. Turn the adjusting screw A counterclockwise to increase the stroke. A turn of 90 makes the jaw opening 0.5 mm larger or smaller.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Step 4 Place the plunger cap J correctly on the plunger. See above. Install both screws F and the spring in the plunger and tighten them hand tight. Attach the protection cover with both screws L. Spray Teflon lubricating oil on and between the moving parts of the centre bolt B while the upper moving part is opening and closing.

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Should be carried out by a Holmatro trained and certified technician! Wear full protective gear during maintenance ! Always act according to the safety instructions as supplied with each tool !

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Maintenance deadmans handle

When: - safety valve (return line failure) control handle has been activated during use and is still leaking oil (see picture 1 below).

Picture 1 Back of deadmans handle.

Step 1 Clean deadmans handle internally by blowing compressed air in the handle.

When: function control handle is not o.k. or compressed air is not available.
Necessary equipment: see check list page 12. Check the grease instruction on page 14.

SMC 4006

SMC 4006 C

Step 1 Disassemble cover with Allen key No. 4.

Step 2 Release both bolts of the handle with Allen key No. 5, for 4000-series with Core connection use Allen key No. 3.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

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Maintenance deadmans handle, continued

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Step 3 (only for tools with traditional pigtail hoses) Remove the aluminium back part, handle and spring. Clean all parts with a soft cloth. Grease all parts of the handle according to the instruction on page 14. Note: Do not remove the slide of the control valve!

Step 3 (only for tools with Core connection) Remove the aluminium ring, handle and spring. Clean all parts with a soft cloth. Grease all parts of the handle according to the instruction on page 14. Note: Do not remove the slide of the control valve!

Step 4 Mount the spring in the right way.

Step 5 Reassemble the parts, check that the center pin of the handle is positioned between the two ends of the spring.

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Step 6 (only for tools with pigtail hoses) Re-assemble handle with Allen key No. 5, set the torque of both bolts at 12 Nm.

Step 7 (only for 4000-series tools with Core connection) Re-assemble handle with Allen key No. 3, set the torque of both bolts at 8 Nm.

Step 8 Re-assemble cover with Allen key No.4.

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Necessary equipment:
Torque wrench 5 50 Nm, art. No. 100.000.211 Ratchet head for torque wrench (5 - 50 Nm) art. No. 100.000.215 Allen key socket 3 (), art.No.100.000.228 Allen key socket 5 (), art.No.100.000.217 Allen key No. 3, 4 and No. 5 Open-end spanner 20 Open-end spanner 24 Medium size flat screw driver Hammer with soft caps Steel dowel 5-8mm Grinding tool Soft cloth

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Consumables:
Teflon lubricating oil, art. No. 150.581.095 Assembly oil White grease, art. No. 150.581.413 Copper grease art. No. 150.581.412 WD40

Repair & Maintenance instructions

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Functioning autolock couplers connecting

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disconnecting

Functioning Core coupler connecting disconnecting

Repair & Maintenance instructions

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Grease instruction deadmans handle

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Deadmans handle with pig tail hoses

Repair & Maintenance instructions

Deadmans handle with Core connection Legend of symbols

X Y

Assembly oil Copper grease

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Teflon lubricating oil White grease

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