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CEB Main Frame: Install Small Components

Install small components on your Compressed Earth Brick Press.

  • By Brianna Kufa
  • Category: Gardening
  • Difficulty: Moderate
CEB Main Frame: Install Small Components

Sketchup Model

Additional Materials Required:

  • Thin Cylinder Supports
  • Magnet Holder
  • Sensor Holder
  • Leg Holders (2)
  • 3/4" Galvanized Nuts (3)

Steps

Step #1: Install the thin Cylinder Supports

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  • Install the thin cylinder supports by screwing the bolt in with an extra nut on it as shown, and placing the u-channel against the cylinder.
  • Get both of them snug so the cylinder is centered with pressure on each side.
  • Tighten down the nut to lock it.

Step #2: Install the magnet holder

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CEB Main Frame: Install Small Components
  • Install the magnet holder onto the press foot.
  • The flatbar needs to be parallel with the verticals.
  • Lock it down with the nut.

Step #3: Install the Sensor Holder

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CEB Main Frame: Install Small Components
  • Install the 6" sensor holder so the end of it is overlapping the path of the magnet holder as shown. The other sensor holder will be installed later.

Step #4: Weld the Leg Holders

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  • Position them on the upper horizontal members as shown.
  • Use the location of the roller guides to insure you attach them to the right side.
  • Insure they are square in all directions
  • Weld them to the horizontal members fully.

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