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Edwards JAWS Ironworkers feature a centrally located, integrated Con-
trol Panel. Hazardous voltage is present within the control panel.
The panel should only be opened and serviced by authorized personnel.
An external power source enters this panel and is distributed to the vari-
ous working components of the machine.
Push to Start
This button energizes the machine. When energized this recessed but-
ton is internally illuminated and will glow green. If the machine does
not start when pressed an emergency palm stop button may have been
previously pressed and will need to be reset to allow for the start button
to energize the machine.
Emergency Palm Stop
This button de-energizes the machine and contains a manual, safety
reset function. The projecting, red, palm stop style button is set within a
safety yellow bezel and is pushed to de-energize the machinery. Once
de-energized the machine requires the palm stop to be re-set prior to
energizing the machine. Simply rotate the emergency palm stop button
clockwise. The button will retract and the machine will be available for
powered operation.
Operations Control
This three-position switch allows the ironworker operation to shuttle be-
tween Ironworker, hydraulic accessory or auto-cut mode.
Ironworker
Power the Ironworker by rotating the three position switch counter-
clockwise. This function allows for operations of the Ironworker only.
Accessory
Power your Edwards hydraulic accessory tools by rotating the three
position switch to the vertical position. This function allows for opera-
tions of Edwards hydraulic accessories only. The four, female, M12 plug
connections coordinate with accessory controls when power is shifted
from the Ironworker operation to Hydraulic Accessory tool operation. An
additional M12 connection allows for an optional, auxiliary light.
Auto-cut
Power the Auto-Cut operation by rotating the three position switch clock-
wise. This function allows for operations of the Auto-Cut function only.
Lockout/Tagout
This round, safety red switch is set within a square, safety yellow
housing. The switch allows for proper procedures to be followed
when de-energizing, isolating, and ensuring the energy isolation of
the Ironworker. The Lockout/Tagout switch is used, in conjunction with
Owner safety and maintenance programs to ensure that equipment and
machinery is de-energized and isolated from unexpected start-up by
physically locking machinery in a state of zero energy.
To lockout the Ironworker turn the red switch counterclockwise until
the black tagout bar is horizontal. Pull the black, spring-loaded tagout
mechanism to install the maintenance/safety lock and tag provided by
the Owner of the machinery. The machine is now de-energized and is
available for authorized personnel to maintain and service the machinery.
To open the control panel for servicing, gently pull the ‘hopper-style’
hinged cover. The cover will not open fully until a safety yellow thumb
slide located within the safety yellow housing is rotated clockwise.
Reverse operation following service to resume Ironworking.
Control Panel Angle Shear Station
Your Ironworker may include an angle iron shear as a standard fea-
ture. The angle shear will provide a distortion and burr free shear
cut to mild steel angle stock as listed in the Ironworker Speci-
cations as well as described on the capacity labels positioned
at the Angle Shearing Station. The Angle Shearing Station on the
Edwards Ironworker allows for straight cutting applications. An
oversized material hold down adjusts with a simple thumb crank
to safely restrain the material being cut.
Integrated angle shears are factory tuned to proper clearances and
are ready to begin shearing operations. [Shear blades are wear-
ing parts and will need to be maintained or replaced over time.
Refer to Maintenance Manual for blade maintenance, removal and
replacement.]
Safe Operation
Observe the following guidelines when operating the Angle Shear
Station:
Never exceed the capacities of the machine or tooling as described
in the Ironworker Specications or listed at the tooling station.
Check shear blade clearance at every tooling change or extended
shear operation. Maintain proper operating clearance at bar shear
and angle shear stations. Refer to Maintenance Manual for tol-
erance adjustment instructions. Failure to maintain clearance will
damage shear blades and support brackets.
Fully engage the material hold-down with the material being cut.
Do not stack material to cut in the shear station.
Perform complete shear operations only – partial shear cuts may
jam the drop off side of the frame and could result in breakage and
operator injury.
Do not shear angle smaller than the hold-down will accommodate.
Angle Shear Operation
1. Clear shear station of any tools or debris prior to powering the
machine on.
2. Turn machine on. The shear blades will be in their neutral position.
Place angle iron into the material hold-down and position your cut
mark adjacent to the moving shear blade.
3. Secure the angle iron in the material hold-down by engaging the
handscrew into the material.
4. Clear your hands from the working area and depress the foot pedal
to activate the shear station.
5. When the cut is complete, release the foot pedal to automatically
return the shear blades to their neutral position. If equipped with
the hydraulic hold-down feature, the hold-down will retract when
pressure on the foot pedal is released at the end of the cut cycle.
6. Reverse the thumb screw to raise the material hold-down and
remove your material.