CEB Press/Manufacturing Instructions/Frame with main cylinder - Revision history

Bkufa: /* Step 10: Fit the drawer members */

2011-12-16T23:22:19Z

Step 10: Fit the drawer members

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	[[Image:rollerguideview.png\|thumb\|left\|How to place in the roller guides]]		[[Image:rollerguideview.png\|thumb\|left\|How to place in the roller guides]]
	[[Image:drawershim.jpg\|thumb\|placing a cardboard shim]]		[[Image:drawershim.jpg\|thumb\|placing a cardboard shim]]
	#Install the [[CEB Press/Manufacturing Instructions/Roller guides\|Roller guides]] as shown in the illustration. One side should have a 1/2" spacer, and the other should have a 3/8" spacer plate. Tighten the bolt snug, but so that it can still move up and down.
	#Replace the drawer as if you're going to stretch the cylinder again. Consult the photo above.		#Replace the drawer as if you're going to stretch the cylinder again. Consult the photo above.
	#*Make sure the drawer members are loose to do so. You may need to hold them upwards as you push the drawer in.		#*Make sure the drawer members are loose to do so. You may need to hold them upwards as you push the drawer in.

Bkufa: /* Step 1: Assemble horizontal members to vertical members. */

2011-12-16T17:57:54Z

Step 1: Assemble horizontal members to vertical members.

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	#*Clamp using 1 or 2 vise grips on either side.		#*Clamp using 1 or 2 vise grips on either side.
	{{Hint\|It really helps to label each member, so that if you end up unbolting the piece later, you'll know exactly where it goes and in what orientation. Mark which side will be the top of the machine, and which member goes where.}}		{{Hint\|It really helps to label each member, so that if you end up unbolting the piece later, you'll know exactly where it goes and in what orientation. Mark which side will be the top of the machine, and which member goes where.}}
	*Note: If you didn't need to use the drawer members for the jig, you drill those and the wide cylinder support holes now too so you won't have to handle the material twice. See [http://opensourceecology.org/wiki/CEB_Press/Manufacturing_Instructions/Frame_with_main_cylinder#Step_2:_Mag-Drill_the_holes_for_the_wide_cylinder_supports_and_drawer_members below] for how to do it.		*Note: If you didn't need to use the drawer members for the jig, you can drill those and the wide cylinder support holes now too so you won't have to handle the material twice. See [http://opensourceecology.org/wiki/CEB_Press/Manufacturing_Instructions/Frame_with_main_cylinder#Step_2:_Mag-Drill_the_holes_for_the_wide_cylinder_supports_and_drawer_members below] for how to do it.
	<ol><li value="4">Use a Mag-Drill to drill the 3/4" holes each place where the horizontal members overlap the vertical members. Before drilling, double check that when the holes go thru the vertical members, they will be on the lip of the U-channel, not going into the wall, or off of the lip.		<ol><li value="4">Use a Mag-Drill to drill the 3/4" holes each place where the horizontal members overlap the vertical members. Before drilling, double check that when the holes go thru the vertical members, they will be on the lip of the U-channel, not going into the wall, or off of the lip.
	<li>Bolt the horizontal members tightly to the vertical members.		<li>Bolt the horizontal members tightly to the vertical members.

Bkufa: /* Step 11: Install the remaining pieces */

2011-12-14T18:27:06Z

Step 11: Install the remaining pieces

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	#Install the sensor holder so the end of it (the furthest part from bolt) is overlapping the path of the magnet holder.		#Install the sensor holder so the end of it (the furthest part from bolt) is overlapping the path of the magnet holder.
	#Bolt the wide cylinder supports to the frame. Put a 2" bolt with an extra nut thru the nuts on the top of the supports. Tighten these down so the cylinder is centered with pressure on each side. Tighten down the nut to lock it.		#Bolt the wide cylinder supports to the frame. Put a 2" bolt with an extra nut thru the nuts on the top of the supports. Tighten these down so the cylinder is centered with pressure on each side. Tighten down the nut to lock it.
			#Loosely install the roller guides in their slots. The graphic showing washer locations is upside down! Look at the model photo for the proper orientation.
			#*The roller guides should be able to rotate about their bolt, but should be able to resist moving from side to side.

	===Step 12:Tighten all bolts===		===Step 12:Tighten all bolts===

Bkufa: /* Step 1: Assemble horizontal members to vertical members. */

2011-12-14T02:15:41Z

Step 1: Assemble horizontal members to vertical members.

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	[[Image:clampedverticals.jpg\|thumb\|The verticals clamped in place with a horizontal clamped to them]]		[[Image:clampedverticals.jpg\|thumb\|The verticals clamped in place with a horizontal clamped to them]]
	#Gather materials for the “Jig”; this means 6”x12” tubing (52”) and any extra heavy U Channel. If you don't have any laying around, you can use one drawer member, and one spacer on each side.		#Gather materials for the “Jig”; this means 6”x12” tubing (52”) and any extra heavy U Channel. If you don't have any laying around, you can use one drawer member, and one spacer on each side.
	#Clamp the vertical pieces to the "Jig" on each end, with extra U channel in between the tubing and the vertical pieces. See the diagram on the right. Insure the two verticals are flush at the top end (the one with the roller slots). The slots and the thin cylinder support holes will need to align in the proper places with the cylinder later.		#Clamp the vertical pieces to the "Jig" on each end, with extra U channel in between the tubing and the vertical pieces. See the diagram on the right.
			#*Make sure they are both orientated properly, that is that both roller slots are at the same end of the jig.
			#*Insure the two verticals are flush at the top end and(the one with the roller slots). The slots and the thin cylinder support holes will need to align in the proper places with the cylinder later.
	#Clamp one horizontal member at each end of the jig. Make sure it is flush with the ends of the verticals and centered on them.		#Clamp one horizontal member at each end of the jig. Make sure it is flush with the ends of the verticals and centered on them.
	#*Ensure they are square with the jig by using a large square		#*Ensure they are square with the jig by using a large square

Bkufa: /* Assembly */

2011-12-13T00:17:59Z

Assembly

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	#Flip the frame over and do the same thing on the other side.		#Flip the frame over and do the same thing on the other side.

	===Step 3: Tack the spacers===		===Step 3: Re-inforce the drawer members===
			#Place the 1/2"x3"x24" flats on the drawer members as shown.
			#Weld them in place, using about a 50% weld.

			===Step 4: Tack the spacers===
	[[Image:spacerplace.png\|thumb\|left\|Where to tack the spacers]]		[[Image:spacerplace.png\|thumb\|left\|Where to tack the spacers]]
	[[Image:clampedspacers.jpg\|thumb\|right\|The spacers clamped to weld]]		[[Image:clampedspacers.jpg\|thumb\|right\|The spacers clamped to weld]]
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	#Flip over the frame and tack the other side.		#Flip over the frame and tack the other side.

	===Step 4: Weld the dirt blockers===		===Step 5: Weld the dirt blockers===
	[[Image:dirtblockers.png\|thumb\|float\|The dirt blockers.]]		[[Image:dirtblockers.png\|thumb\|float\|The dirt blockers.]]
	#Put the dirt blockers in place, between the vertical members, so the bottom side of them is about 1/8" above the bottom of the upper crossmembers.		#Put the dirt blockers in place, between the vertical members, so the bottom side of them is about 1/8" above the bottom of the upper crossmembers.
	#Weld the portion inside of the vertical members, taking care to not weld them to the crossmembers.		#Weld the portion inside of the vertical members, taking care to not weld them to the crossmembers.

	===Step 5: Fit the main cylinder===		===Step 6: Fit the main cylinder===
	For more info, see the [http://www.youtube.com/user/marcinose#p/u/83/F9QAa7oHbiE video].		For more info, see the [http://www.youtube.com/user/marcinose#p/u/83/F9QAa7oHbiE video].

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	</script> <p><a href="http://makeprojects.com/Project/Fitting-the-Main-Cylinder/1414/1">Fitting the Main Cylinder</a></p></html>		</script> <p><a href="http://makeprojects.com/Project/Fitting-the-Main-Cylinder/1414/1">Fitting the Main Cylinder</a></p></html>

	===Step 6: Fit the thin cylinder spacers===		===Step 7: Fit the thin cylinder spacers===
	[[Image:cylspacerinplace.jpg\|thumb\|The cylinder spacer installed]]		[[Image:cylspacerinplace.jpg\|thumb\|The cylinder spacer installed]]
	#Verify that the hole for the cylinder spacers is at the right height.		#Verify that the hole for the cylinder spacers is at the right height.
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	#Weld the nuts for them in place on the inside of the frame. Protect the threads.		#Weld the nuts for them in place on the inside of the frame. Protect the threads.

	===Step 7: Stretch the frame===		===Step 8: Stretch the frame===
	See the [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpZ0OUmGFIA&feature=related video].		See the [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpZ0OUmGFIA&feature=related video].
	[[Image:positiondrawer.jpg\|thumb\|Where to position the drawer for stretching.]]		[[Image:positiondrawer.jpg\|thumb\|Where to position the drawer for stretching.]]
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	#Replace one drawer member and lay the frame back down on top of this drawer member.		#Replace one drawer member and lay the frame back down on top of this drawer member.

	===Step 8: Weld the spacers===		===Step 9: Weld the spacers===
	[[Image:insidespacerweld.jpg\|thumb\|Where to weld on the interior]]		[[Image:insidespacerweld.jpg\|thumb\|Where to weld on the interior]]
	#Protect the drawer member on the bottom and the press foot so that when you weld, spatter won't stick. You could use some piece of metal or a nonflammable cloth.		#Protect the drawer member on the bottom and the press foot so that when you weld, spatter won't stick. You could use some piece of metal or a nonflammable cloth.
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	#Remove the other drawer member, and repeat steps 1-5.		#Remove the other drawer member, and repeat steps 1-5.

	===Step 9: Fit the drawer members===		===Step 10: Fit the drawer members===
	[[Image:rollerguideview.png\|thumb\|left\|How to place in the roller guides]]		[[Image:rollerguideview.png\|thumb\|left\|How to place in the roller guides]]
	[[Image:drawershim.jpg\|thumb\|placing a cardboard shim]]		[[Image:drawershim.jpg\|thumb\|placing a cardboard shim]]
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	#Once the drawer is properly adjusted, tighten these bolts all the way.		#Once the drawer is properly adjusted, tighten these bolts all the way.

	===Step 10: Install the remaining pieces===		===Step 11: Install the remaining pieces===
	[[Image:magnetholdernut.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Installing magnet holder.]]		[[Image:magnetholdernut.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Installing magnet holder.]]
	[[Image:cylspacerinplace.jpg\|thumb\|The cylinder spacer installed]]		[[Image:cylspacerinplace.jpg\|thumb\|The cylinder spacer installed]]
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	#Bolt the wide cylinder supports to the frame. Put a 2" bolt with an extra nut thru the nuts on the top of the supports. Tighten these down so the cylinder is centered with pressure on each side. Tighten down the nut to lock it.		#Bolt the wide cylinder supports to the frame. Put a 2" bolt with an extra nut thru the nuts on the top of the supports. Tighten these down so the cylinder is centered with pressure on each side. Tighten down the nut to lock it.

	===Step 11:Tighten all bolts===		===Step 12:Tighten all bolts===
	*Go back thru the frame and make sure all of the bolts are tight (except the roller guide bolts, that will be done later.)		*Go back thru the frame and make sure all of the bolts are tight (except the roller guide bolts, that will be done later.)

	===Step 12: Weld the leg holders to the frame.===		===Step 13: Weld the leg holders to the frame.===
	[[Image:legholderframe.jpg\|thumb\|Where to weld the leg holders]]		[[Image:legholderframe.jpg\|thumb\|Where to weld the leg holders]]
	#Position them on the upper horizontal member on the non-ejector side(Opposite side of roller guide holes).		#Position them on the upper horizontal member on the non-ejector side(Opposite side of roller guide holes).

Bkufa: /* Step 10:Install the remaining pieces */

2011-12-12T21:56:22Z

Step 10:Install the remaining pieces

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	#Once the drawer is properly adjusted, tighten these bolts all the way.		#Once the drawer is properly adjusted, tighten these bolts all the way.

	===Step 10:Install the remaining pieces===		===Step 10: Install the remaining pieces===
	[[Image:magnetholdernut.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Installing magnet holder.]]		[[Image:magnetholdernut.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Installing magnet holder.]]
	[[Image:cylspacerinplace.jpg\|thumb\|The cylinder spacer installed]]		[[Image:cylspacerinplace.jpg\|thumb\|The cylinder spacer installed]]

Bkufa: /* Step 9:Fit the drawer members */

2011-12-12T21:56:05Z

Step 9:Fit the drawer members

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	#Remove the other drawer member, and repeat steps 1-5.		#Remove the other drawer member, and repeat steps 1-5.

	===Step 9:Fit the drawer members===		===Step 9: Fit the drawer members===
	[[Image:rollerguideview.png\|thumb\|left\|How to place in the roller guides]]		[[Image:rollerguideview.png\|thumb\|left\|How to place in the roller guides]]
	[[Image:drawershim.jpg\|thumb\|placing a cardboard shim]]		[[Image:drawershim.jpg\|thumb\|placing a cardboard shim]]

Bkufa: /* Step 7: Stretch the frame */

2011-12-12T21:53:36Z

Step 7: Stretch the frame

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	#Stand up the frame so the press feet are facing down.		#Stand up the frame so the press feet are facing down.
	#Insert the [[CEB Press/Manufacturing Instructions/Soil loading drawer\|Soil loading drawer]] on top of the horizontal members so that the press plate is facing the press feet.		#Insert the [[CEB Press/Manufacturing Instructions/Soil loading drawer\|Soil loading drawer]] on top of the horizontal members so that the press plate is facing the press feet.
	#*If the drawer doesn't fit because of the spacers, you welded them too close. Grind ~~them~~ off and ~~weld~~ them a little higher.		#*If the drawer doesn't fit because of the spacers, you welded them too close. Grind off the tacks and tack them a little higher.
	#Position the drawer so that the press plate will be fully contacted by the press feet.		#Position the drawer so that the press plate will be fully contacted by the press feet.
	#Bolt the drawer members on snugly.		#Bolt the drawer members on snugly.

Bkufa: /* Step 6: Fit the thin cylinder spacers */

2011-12-12T21:53:00Z

Step 6: Fit the thin cylinder spacers

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	#Verify that the hole for the cylinder spacers is at the right height.		#Verify that the hole for the cylinder spacers is at the right height.
	#*Do so by putting the 6" bolts thru those holes and putting the spacer onto it. It should fit on the lip of the cylinder as shown.		#*Do so by putting the 6" bolts thru those holes and putting the spacer onto it. It should fit on the lip of the cylinder as shown.
	#*If not, torch out ~~where needs to~~ be ~~changed~~.		#*If not, torch it out so the bolt can be at the proper height.
	#Weld the nuts for them in place on the inside of the frame. Protect the threads.		#Weld the nuts for them in place on the inside of the frame. Protect the threads.

Bkufa: /* Step 5: Fit the main cylinder */

2011-12-12T21:52:05Z

Step 5: Fit the main cylinder

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	===Step 5: Fit the main cylinder===		===Step 5: Fit the main cylinder===
	For more info, see the [http://www.youtube.com/user/marcinose#p/u/83/F9QAa7oHbiE video]~~. Also, there's a [http://makeprojects.com/Project/Fitting-the-main-cylinder/1414/1 page on Make Projects] that has more photos with the same instructions.~~		For more info, see the [http://www.youtube.com/user/marcinose#p/u/83/F9QAa7oHbiE video].
	~~#Lay the frame down, with all of the crossmembers and drawer members in place except the upper crossmember and drawer member which are facing up.~~
	~~#Place the assembled cylinder lying down so that the press feet are between the spacers.~~		<html><script type="text/javascript"
	~~#*The cylinder needs to be fully extended for this step. See "Attach them to the cylinder" earlier on this page for how to do this.~~		data-dozuki-embed='3'
	#*You need to insure that the vertical height is correct, and that the cylinder is centered. The top of the upper press foot should be (4 3/4" for the regular CEB, and 6 3/4" for the "super" CEB) away from the bottom of the upper crossmembers.		src="http://cacher.dozuki.net/static/embed/ifixit-embed.3.js#id=1414&site=makeprojects.com">
	~~{{Hint\|To make sure the cylinder is centered, use a speed square pressed against the cylinder, and a tape measure to the vertical members as shown. [[Image:centercylinder.jpg\|thumb]]}}~~		</script> <p><a href="http://makeprojects.com/Project/Fitting-the-Main-Cylinder/1414/1">Fitting the Main Cylinder</a></p></html>
	<ol>
	<~~li value~~="~~3">Add a 1~~/8" ~~spacer (big washers work great) under the cylinder, where it contacts the lower crossmember. This insures the cylinder is centered vertically.~~
	~~<li>Use spray paint to mark the location of the tubing on the crossmember.~~
	~~<li>Place the other upper crossmember in place, putting bolts thru the holes~~.
	~~<li>Use spray paint to mark the location of the tubing on the crossmember~~.
	~~<li>Remove this member and move the cylinder out of the way of the other~~.
	~~<li>Place one of the DOM tubing pieces in the center of each of the sprayed marks and spray paint around this to mark where you will torch~~.
	~~<li>Torch around the outside of the ring left by the DOM tubing~~.
	~~<li~~>~~Insure the tubing will go thru each hole. If not, retorch it. Grind off the slag.~~
	<li>~~Lay the cylinder back down and replace the top crossmember. Place the tubing in the torched holes.~~
	<li>~~Insure the pin will go thru the tubing and the cylinder. If not, retorch the holes so that it will.~~
	<~~li>With the pin held in, weld the tubing on the top in place (Youll want to tack it in many places before welding around it~~.~~). Then tack it as best you can on~~ the ~~back by hanging the frame off of the table and overhead welding.~~
	~~<li~~>~~Remove cylinder and pin, as well as~~ the ~~two crossmembers.~~
	<li>~~Fully weld the tubing on both sides. Jump around a lot to minimize any warping on the tube. Block the insides of the tubing so no spatter goes inside.~~
	<li>~~Replace the crossmembers and the cylinder. Insure the pin still fits and hammer it thru.~~
	</ol>

	===Step 6: Fit the thin cylinder spacers===		===Step 6: Fit the thin cylinder spacers===