OPERATION
CAUTION:
•
When cutting, always place the shear on the
workpiece so that the material cut away is posi-
tioned on the right side to the operator.
•
Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the main
handle when performing the tool.
Holding material
► 1. Workholder
The materials for cutting should be fastened to the
workbench by means of workholders.
Shearing method
For smooth cuts, tip the tool slightly backward while
advancing it.
Maximum cutting width
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► 1. Cutting line
Stay within the specified maximum cutting width (A):
Case of length 1,800 mm (70-7/8").
Mild steel (thickness)
Max. cutting width (A)
Stainless (thickness)
Max. cutting width (A)
Minimum cutting radius
Minimum cutting radius is 50 mm (2") when cutting 2.3
mm (14 ga.) mild steel.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
•
The tool and its air vents have to be kept clean.
Regularly clean the tool's air vents or whenever the
vents start to become obstructed.
Replacing carbon brushes
► 1. Limit mark
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A
3.2 mm (10 ga)
90 mm (3-1/2")
2.5 mm (13 ga)
70 mm (2-3/4")
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspec-
tion or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks
may result.
1,800 mm
(70-7/8")
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Under 2.3 mm (14 ga)
No limit
Under 2.0 mm (15 ga)
No limit
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