Betenbender Manufacturing Press Brake Machine 14-120T

Ensure Ram Parallelism is set and ram stops at the same position on both ends

Is the ram coming down at the same speed at both ends?

Machine Cycling and Indicator Light Check

Turn RUN/JOG switch to RUN position

Cycle the machine two to three times while watching the indicator lights

Do both lights blink at the same time?

Loosen lock nuts on the adjustment knobs

Flush the tank thoroughly to remove old oil

Install a new return filter cartridge before adding new oil

Replace return line filter (at least yearly or more frequently with heavy use)

Refilling and Bleeding the System

Fill the hydraulic reservoir with 10W ISO 32, non-foaming oil

Cycle the Press Brake for 5 minutes at maximum stroke to remove trapped air

Repair or replace loose cap screws and nuts

Filter and Strainer Maintenance

Was the return line filter changed during the previous year?

Change return line filter if not changed during the previous year

Flush clean the suction line strainer

JOG ram down to the bottom of the stroke. Hold switch, read pressure.

Enter the pressure reading in psi

Is the pressure within the maximum limit of 2,500 psi?

Drain a pint of oil from the reservoir after several hours of operation.

Is foam present in the drained oil?

Describe any issues with the pump’s suction lines if air leakage is suspected.

Take oil sample to local supplier for assessment.

Is a complete oil change needed based on supplier's assessment?