OPERATING
BETTCHER
AIRSHIRZ
®
INSTRUCTIONS
INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. September 24, 2016
Page 14
4.1
Air Supply Quick Disconnect
The push of a tab will disconnect the twin coiled tubing from the coupler (see Figures #1 and #2).
To reconnect the air, push the couplings back together until the tab on the coupler clicks into
position. (Sometimes it may be necessary to push the tab inward while inserting the connector).
This connector should be disconnected when the tool is not in use.
WARNING
ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE BLADES ARE CLOSED
AND THE BLADE LATCH IS IN THE LOCKED
POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING THE AIR LINE
.
4.2
Blade Latch
There is a latching ring just forward of the finger loop. When the finger loop is pulled inward
against the power cylinder, ("blades closed" position), this ring can be rotated down against the
finger loop. (See Figures #3 and #4). In this position, the finger loop will be locked closed and
will be unable to drive the blades
once they are closed
.
Care should be taken to assure that the blades are closed before locking the blade latch. If the
AirShirz
®
is connected to the air supply, simply hold the tool as if to make a cut, pull the finger
loop fully inward, causing the blades to close, and rotate the latch to the locked position.
If the air supply is not connected, close the blades manually by squeezing them together with a
gloved hand. Then pull the finger loop fully inward and rotate the latch to the locked position.
This is the normal rest position for handling the AirShirz®
, i.e.,
Blades Closed - Latch
Locked
.
Failure To Follow This Procedure Can Lead To Serious Injury
.
PRESS
TAB
FIGURE # 1
FIGURE # 2
