Product Manual

12in. W Capacity 3-in-1 Combination
Sheet Metal Machine OWNER’S MANUAL
12in. W Capacity 3-in-1 Combination
Sheet Metal Machine OWNER’S MANUAL
Important Safety Information
WARNING:
• Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious
injury.
• The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions
or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool.
Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and
responsible manner.
• DO NOT allow persons to operate or assemble this product until they have read this manual
and have developed a thorough understanding of how the product works.
• DO NOT modify the product in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function
and/or safety and could affect the life of the product. Keep guards in place and in working
order. Never operate the tool without the guards in place.
• Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force a small equipment to do the work of
larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was
designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the capacity for which it was intended.
DO NOT use this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.
• Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
WARNING:
• This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING:
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the tool in confined work areas
may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts.
• Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The tool can create sparks, which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
• Do not allow the tool to come into contact with an electrical source. Contact will cause a
shock.
• Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the tool.
• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in
your work area. Some of these hazards may be below the work surface hidden from your
view and may cause personal harm or property damage if unintentionally contacted.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do
not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught.
• Use ANSI-Z 87.1 compliant safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, or when
needed, a face shield. Use a dust mask in dusty work conditions. Also use non-skid safety
shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.
This applies to all persons in the work area.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Secure the work with clamps or a vise instead of your hand when practical. This safety
precaution allows for proper tool operation using both hands.
Specific Operation Warnings
WARNING:
• Cut hazard. Keep fingers clear of the area in front and rear of the shear blades.
• Pinch point hazard. Keep hands clear of roller.
• Do not exceed the maximum shear capacity of 20 gauge mild steel.
• Do not exceed the maximum bending capacity of 22 gauge mild steel.
Assembly
UNPACKING
Your sheet metal machine comes completely assembled; however, check to make sure the
followingaccessories have been included:
• Two hex key wrenches.
• Two hex key bolts (57).
• This manual
If any pieces are missing, call the distributor at the number in the Replacement Parts section of
this manual.When unpacking, you must remove the bolts that are used to mount the machine to
the crate.Save these bolts for use when mounting to a workbench.
Note: The handle is shipped mounted to the right side of the machine. If you wish to move
thehandle to the left side of the machine, proceed with the following instruction.
1. Remove one of the handles (26).
2. Loosen the handle adjustment knob (60) and slide the handle arm (18) out.
3. Slide the handle arm onto the opposite side and tighten the adjustment knob.
4. Re-attach the handle to the handle arm.
5. The handle arm can be positioned in the eccentric bushing (35) as desired for appropriate
torque.
Before Each Use
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding, broken parts,mounting, and other conditions that
may affect the machine’s operation. Any part that is damaged shouldbe properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service technician. Never operate the machine with a damaged part.
Operating Instructions
Shearing
1. Attach the backmeasurement assembly (19-21,42, 43) to the receiver holes in the back of the
crossbeam(3).
2. If necessary, adjust the position of the back measurement assembly: first loosen the two hex
key screws (42), move the assembly forward and back to the desired position, retighten
thescrews.
3. If a precise 90’ angle is desired, attach the guide (16) to the left side of the work surface
(2)using the two hex key screws (57).
4. Using the handle assembly (18&26), raise the lowerbrakingdie (11) to the highest position.
5. Insertthe workpiece between the braking die and the work surface (2).
6. Turn the handle assembly (18&26) to shear the workpiece.
Pressing
1. Slide the press plate brackets (8) of the press plate assembly(8-10,55) into the receiver holes
ofthe lower braking die(11).
Note: the press plate (10) should be facing down.
2. Place the workpiece so that it is centered under the press plate.
3. Turn the handle assembly(18&26) to press the workpiece.
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