Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
- DAKE Standard Limited Warranty
- Return & Refund Policy
- SAFEGUARDING THE POINT OF OPERATION
- SPECIFICATIONS
- SAFETY
- Label Part No. 300168
- SET UP
- OPERATION
- MAINTENANCE
- HYDRAULIC LINES AND FITTINGS – 2022 and later
- HYDRAULIC LINES AND FITTINGS – 2022 and prior
- ELECTRIC SCHEMATIC
- HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC
- EXPLODED VIEWS & PARTS LISTS
- ORDERING INFORMATION
1809 Industrial Park Dr
Grand Haven, MI 49417
www.dakecorp.com
909250 9 REV032022
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A licensed qualified electrician that follows all state and local laws must wire and
install electrics on this press.
110 Volt
WARNING: Machine must have a designated 30 amp drop for 110 volts. This press will not
operate correctly without 30 amps.
For 110 volts this machine is ready to plug in. The machine can be wired 220-volt single phase. Always
follow the wiring diagram provided in the moor cover when converting to 220-volt single phase. A cord
and plug that is rated for a specific voltage and amperage must be used. This rating can be found on the
motor.
220 Volt Single Phase
The press new is shipped out as a 110-volt machine. If wiring must be changed to suit 220-volt single
phase.
1. The leads on the motor must be changed to fit 220-volt, 17.2 amps, follow the diagram on the
motor.
2. Install plug and wire that fits the rating on the motor, the plug and wire must be rated for the
voltage and amperage
listed on the motor.
OPERATION
BEFORE FIRST TIME OPERATION
1. Make sure the reservoir is filled with 3 gallons of Mobil DTE 24 hydraulic fluid or equivalent.
2. Turn the on/off power (toggle) switch to the “on” position (up).
3. Facing the press, push the control lever forward (right). (New Configuration 2022)
a. Move the control lever down, this will advance the ram in the downward position. (Classic
Configuration)
4. Release the control lever and the ram will stop all movement.
5. Pull the control lever towards you (left) to retract the ram. (New Configuration 2022)
a. Move the control lever to the up position and the ram with move up. (Classic
Configuration)
6. When the press is new be sure to move the ram up and down to work out any air that may be in
the system.
WARNING: When using the control lever in pressing operations or to return the ram stop
applying pressure once the handle reaches its positive stop. Applying additional force on the
lever does not increase ram speed and will lead to premature damage of the valve.
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Keep all working parts of press well oiled for easier operation. Also, keep a light film of oil over the entire
surface of the ram to prevent rust.