E.W. BLISS - Service Manuals
18 manuals available for download
E.W. Bliss is a trusted manufacturer of industrial presses and metal-working machinery with a comprehensive legacy of precision engineering. Our extensive collection of technical documentation includes detailed service manuals, repair guides, and owner's manuals for classic and contemporary equipment models. Whether you need a workshop manual for routine maintenance, a troubleshooting guide for unexpected issues, or a parts list for component identification, our PDF downloads provide the authoritative technical reference required for proper operation and upkeep of E.W. Bliss machines.
Baldor Abrasive Belt Grinder Owner's Manual
Owner's manual for the Baldor abrasive belt grinder, a versatile grinding, deburring, and polishing machine manufactured by E.W. Bliss Company. Documents both the single-phase Deluxe Model 2048-151D and three-phase Deluxe Model 2048-153D variants, with detailed coverage of the work rest, platen, and contact wheel guard. Includes setup, operation, and maintenance guidance for reliable service of this industrial-grade abrasive belt grinding system. Serial No. SJ-10322 (1956), Order No. SJP-626, Bulletin 322. Published by E.W. Bliss Company, established 1857.
Bliss C-22 to C-60 Service Manual
Service manual for E.W. Bliss C-22 through C-60 mechanical presses. This workshop manual provides complete setup and operational guidance for the Production Machinery Division's classic C-series line. Installation section covers everything from shipping and foundation preparation through drive assembly, electrical and pneumatic hookup, initial lubrication, and flywheel commissioning. The operation and maintenance sections walk through operator controls, control setup, cycling modes (inch, single stroke, continuous), run-in procedures, and the critical adjustments that keep these presses running true: rotary limit switch calibration, top stop and holding time settings, slide parallelism, gib clearance, bearing play, and ball seat connection. Detailed coverage of pneumatic systems including air clutch and brake operation, counterbalance valve tuning, cushion function, and proper lubrication schedules. Revised edition from 1973. Essential reference for technicians maintaining or troubleshooting Bliss mechanical presses in production settings.
Bliss High-Speed Roll Feeds Instructions and Parts List
Complete instructions and parts list for Bliss high-speed roll feed systems used in progressive die and stamping operations. Covers practical setup and adjustment procedures including feed length calibration, roll release pin positioning, clutch grip roll cleaning, die interference verification, and starting gauge finger adjustment. Includes detailed numbered parts breakdown with exploded views and component identification for troubleshooting and routine maintenance. Originally published by E.W. Bliss Company, with manufacturing and service locations in Brooklyn, Toledo, Hastings, and Salem. This workshop manual is essential for operators and maintenance technicians responsible for keeping high-speed feeding equipment running reliably on the production floor.
Bliss Inclinable Presses 18C-21½ Service Manual
Service manual for E.W. Bliss Inclinable Presses, models 18C through 21½. This workshop manual provides comprehensive installation, operation, and maintenance guidance for these industrial presses. Covers press adjustments, lubrication schedules, and routine servicing procedures essential for reliable daily operation. Includes detailed parts identification with engineering drawings and specifications to support troubleshooting and replacement part selection. Reference material for technicians performing repairs or preventive maintenance on Bliss inclinable press equipment.
Bliss Presses Lubrication Instructions
Lubrication instructions booklet for E.W. Bliss Company power presses. This maintenance manual covers lubrication systems and proper oiling procedures essential for press operation and longevity. Includes detailed recommendations on lubricant grades and quality standards, with specific products manufactured by Socony-Vacuum Oil Company. Features a photograph of a Toledo Marquette Consolidated heavy-duty press equipped with automatic oil distribution system. Addresses both press frame lubrication and die lubrication requirements to ensure optimal performance and reduce wear. A practical service reference for operators and maintenance technicians responsible for keeping industrial presses properly maintained.
Bliss Presses Service Manual
Complete service and assembly instructions for Bliss power presses, covering every step from initial frame construction through daily operation. Details the four-piece steel tie-rod frame assembly method, two distinct approaches to press erection, tie-rod shrinking procedures, and comprehensive lubrication system guidance with specific lubricant recommendations for reliable performance. Explains both positive and friction clutch types, counterbalance setup and adjustment, gib alignment and regulation, brake operation and maintenance, and standard operating procedures for safe press running. Packed with detailed technical diagrams of all frame components to support technicians through assembly, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance tasks. An essential workshop reference for anyone responsible for Bliss press installation, operation, or upkeep.
Bliss Presses Service Manual
Complete assembly, erection, and operating instructions for Bliss power presses featuring four-piece steel tie-rod frame construction. This service manual covers frame assembly methods tailored to two different headroom configurations, tie-rod shrinking procedures, and lubrication system maintenance. Details clutch operation for both positive and friction clutch designs, counterbalance adjustment, and step-by-step turning-over procedures essential before first operation. Includes comprehensive parts identification with exploded diagrams, foundation grouting specifications for permanent installation, and maintenance guidelines for critical components including flywheels, driveshafts, gear trains, and air friction clutch systems. A practical workshop reference for technicians responsible for press setup, commissioning, and ongoing mechanical upkeep.
Bliss Strip Feed Presses Operating Manual
Operating manual and parts list for E.W. Bliss Strip Feed Presses models 820, 821, and 822 — 20, 25, and 40 ton capacity machines built for high-speed blanking and forming of can ends. This workshop manual provides comprehensive setup and adjustment procedures essential for maintaining consistent production, covering spacing bar drilling, back gauge alignment, feed bar positioning, hopper gauge calibration, cross feed stroke settings, friction lift mechanics, and vacuum pump operation. Includes detailed guidance for single, double, and triple die configurations to help operators and maintenance technicians optimize press performance and troubleshoot common operating issues. An indispensable reference for anyone responsible for keeping these industrial stamping presses running safely and efficiently.
Bliss-Pacific No. 81 Double Seamer Manual
Instruction book and parts catalog for the Bliss-Pacific No. 81 Double Seamer, an original double-turn continuous motion high-speed closing machine manufactured by E.W. Bliss. This service and maintenance manual provides operational guidance including detailed curling die mechanism specifications, can feed systems covering both standard and cap feed configurations, and sectional views of the seaming station. The workshop manual illustrates parts assembly (Part A and Part B) with construction details essential for technicians. Coverage includes lubrication procedures for lift-slide bearings, can handling and positioning practices, and mechanical setup. Features a factory photograph documenting the manufacturing floor layout. Dated January 1923. An invaluable reference for operators and maintenance personnel working with vintage Bliss double seamers. Table of Contents: - Can Feed - Cap Feed
CKU Single Disc Friction Clutch Service Manual
Service manual for the E.W. Bliss CKU single-disc pneumatic friction clutch and spring-loaded brake system. This workshop manual provides complete operational guidance, component identification, and assembly procedures for maintenance and repair work. Detailed cross-section diagrams illustrate the friction discs (K-24, K-17), driving disc (K-38), piston (K-9), springs (K-8), and air cylinder (K-46) with full parts list and reference numbering. Covers models 12, 32, and 62 equipped with ball bearings. No wear adjustment is required during service, simplifying routine maintenance. Essential technical reference for technicians performing clutch service, troubleshooting, and rebuilds on these industrial pneumatic systems.
E.W. Bliss 105-A Press Owner's Manual
Owner's manual for the E.W. Bliss model 105-A power press, manufactured by Gulf+Western Industrial Products Company. This workshop manual provides essential guidance for safe and correct operation of the machine, with particular emphasis on the Golden Rule of Press Safety and practical procedures operators must follow. The manual covers safety precautions specific to die area access, daily maintenance routines, and systematic inspection protocols to keep the press in reliable working condition. Detailed sections address clutch operation, air pressure verification, safety guard function, and interlock system checks—all critical to preventing accidents during production. Additional guidance includes slide height indicator use and proper lubrication practices to extend machine life and ensure consistent performance. Written for operators and maintenance personnel who need a single authoritative reference for keeping this industrial press running safely and efficiently.
E.W. Bliss Standard Machines Reference Manual
Comprehensive 1921 reference manual documenting the standard machines manufactured by E.W. Bliss Company, featuring detailed technical illustrations and operational guidance. The workshop manual serves as both a machinery reference and an emergency preparedness guide, including practical first aid instructions for workplace incidents such as burns, scalds, electrical shock, heat stroke, animal bites, and poisoning cases. A reference table of antidotes covers treatment protocols for exposure to acids, alkalies, arsenic, carbolic acid, chloroform, mercury, opium, and other hazardous substances common in industrial environments. Company headquarters and regional offices were located in Brooklyn, New York, with additional service centers in Detroit, Chicago, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, St. Louis, Cincinnati, and Buffalo, plus international operations in London and Paris.
No. 166 Tapering Press Owner's Manual
Comprehensive owner's manual for the E.W. Bliss No. 166 Tapering Press, a heavy-duty industrial stamping and forming machine. The manual provides complete specifications documenting the machine's key operating parameters: 99-ton press capacity, 6.5 inch stroke length, 32×26 inch slide area, 33×25 inch bed dimensions with a 12.5×6 inch bed opening, 16.78 inch die height, and maximum speed of 56 strokes per minute. Power is delivered via a single-geared drive with a 10–1800 RPM motor running on 440-volt 3-phase 60-cycle electrical service. Full clutch specifications and lubrication system details are included for proper operation. The manual features an engineering schematic diagram of the complete operating valve system, booster tank arrangement, regulating valve configuration, main piping layout, clutch operation valve, press gauges, globe valve installation, Norgren lubricator unit, drain cock position, and flywheel brake valve assembly. Practical maintenance guidance covers weekly drain cock blowoff procedures and regular lubricator adjustment, essential for reliable long-term performance. Serial No. C-2006, Order No. KC-15270.
No. 19 Press Owner's Manual
Owner's manual for the E.W. Bliss No. 19 press, a vintage industrial pressing machine from the mid-twentieth century. The manual includes the original cover page and an invoice dated April 10, 1958 from E.W. Bliss Company in Hastings, Michigan, addressed to Niagara Welding & Boiler Works. The invoice details replacement and assembly components for the No. 19 press: clutch assembly, latch with nut, latch bracket, and latch bushing. The documentation specifies which parts are to be machined at the factory with final fitting performed on-site by the customer. This repair manual and parts reference serves as both an operational guide and historical record of mid-century press manufacturing and service practices.
No. 21-S Inclinable Press Owner's Manual
Owner's manual for the E.W. Bliss No. 21-S inclinable press, a mid-century industrial stamping and forming machine. This 1956 service and maintenance guide covers operation procedures, routine upkeep, and troubleshooting for serial number SJ-10322 (order SJP-626). The manual includes lubrication schedules, adjustment procedures, and component care instructions—the technical reference operators and maintenance technicians need to keep this heavy-duty press running safely and efficiently.
No. 22-N Can Body Maker Operating Manual
Complete operating and adjustment manual for the E.W. Bliss No. 22-N Automatic Lock-and-Lap Seam Sanitary Can Body Maker, an industrial canning machine built for high-volume production of sealed metal can bodies. This workshop manual provides step-by-step instructions for setting up automatic blank feed systems, calibrating the notching attachment to accommodate varying blank heights, positioning stop fingers and locating fingers for precise can body registration, and adjusting dies and punches for correct seam formation. Detailed sections cover hold-down blade configuration and explain the notch patterns critical to proper lock-and-lap seam operation. The manual includes technical diagrams illustrating correct notch geometry and assembly photographs showing machine components and their arrangement. Reference material documents E.W. Bliss manufacturing and sales locations across North America and Europe: Brooklyn NY, Hastings MI, Cleveland OH, Salem OH, Buffalo NY, Chicago IL, Cincinnati OH, St. Louis MO, Detroit MI, Pittsburgh PA, New Haven CT, London England, Birmingham England, Paris France, and Turin Italy. Essential reference for machine operators, maintenance technicians, and plant engineers responsible for can body production equipment.
No. 28½ Inclinable Press Owner's Manual
Owner's manual and parts list for the E.W. Bliss Company No. 28½ Inclinable Press, document reference SER-H-2296-1447-HP-450e. This workshop manual covers service documentation for models 23 through 28½ inclinable presses, providing operational guidance and component identification for maintenance and repair of these industrial pressing machines.
No. 9-B-86 Press Owner's Manual
Owner's manual and service documentation for the E.W. Bliss No. 9-B-86 industrial press, serial 80H5. This workshop manual provides complete guidance on installation, operation, and maintenance of this heavy-duty press equipment. Includes a detailed parts list for ordering and replacement, foundation specifications, and comprehensive installation requirements. The equipment weighs approximately 135,000 lbs and demands proper structural planning. Contains technical drawings and foundation details with critical notes on wall and floor thickness that must be determined based on local soil conditions and approved building practice. Essential reference for operators and maintenance technicians responsible for safe setup and ongoing care of this industrial machinery.