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SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SETUP
Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Work Piece and Work Area Set Up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2. When forming large pieces, use work horses
(sold separately) or other supports to help
maneuver the workpiece while forming.
General Operating Instructions
To learn how the metal handles, and how much
pressure to use with the tool, practice using the
Shrinker/Stretchers on a piece of scrap metal before
forming your workpiece. Use a scrap that is the same
type of metal and hardness as your workpiece.
Note: If bending a flange as shown below, first form the
workpiece′s 90° angle using a Sheet Metal Brake (sold
separately), creating a maximum flange depth of 1".
Figure 2 - Shrinking
Figure 3 - Stretching
1. Make a cardboard or wire template of the desired
finished size and shape of the workpiece.
2. Working with the leading edge first, insert
the workpiece halfway into the jaws.
3. Press firmly on the handle or foot pedal and move
the metal back and forth to form the workpiece.
The amount of pressure used with the handle
determines the amount of bending achieved.
4. Remove the workpiece often and check
against the template, continuing until
the desired shape is achieved.
Note: Bunching or pocketing that typically occurs
when shrinking can be hammered out.
Note: The jaws of the tools are ″toothed″ to better grip
the workpiece. These teeth leave slight markings which
can be removed with an abrasive cloth or wheel.