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Safety Instructions For All Tools

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
• CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t expose power tools to rain.

Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not
use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded sur-

faces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord. All

visitors should be kept away from work area.

• STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or

locked-up place — out of reach of children.

• DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

intended.

• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-

duty tool. Don’t use tool for purpose not intended.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught

in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from

receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using your

hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized ser-
vice facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

• DISCONNECT OR LOCK OFF TOOLS when not in use, before servicing, and when

changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.

• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see

that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry tool with finger on  switch. Be

sure switch is off when plugging in.

• EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When

using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt,
use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts

Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V

0-25

26-50

51-100

101-150

240V

0-50

51-100

101-200

201-300

Ampere Rating
More Not 

more

AWG

Than

Than

0

-

6

18

16

16

14

6

-

10

18

16

14

12

10

-

12

16

16

14

12

12

-

16

14

12

Not Recommended

• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only

extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.

• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate

tool when you are tired.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part

that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise
indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced
by authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

CAUTION: When cutting into walls, floors or wherever live electrical wires

may be encountered, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL! Hold
the tool only by insulated grasping surfaces to prevent electric shock if you cut
into a live wire.

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Page 2: ...Black Decker U S Inc 701 East Joppa Road Towson Maryland 21286 Printed in U S A DEC96 CD 1 Form No 154568 Copyright 1996 154568 3208 220 5 17 02 1 36 PM Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...Instruction Manual 3208 220 Swivel Head Shears 154568 3208 220 5 17 02 1 36 PM Page 3 ...

Page 4: ...ation between you and the tool s electrical system Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded As a result your tool is equipped with a two prong plug which permits you to use extension cords without concern for main taining a ground connection NOTE Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precau tions when operating this tool The insulation system is ...

Page 5: ... as blades bits cutters REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Don t carry tool with finger on switch Be sure switch is off when plugging in EXTENSION CORDS Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough ...

Page 6: ...ediately the next time it is plugged in Damage or injury could result The variable speed trigger switch permits speed control The farther the trigger is depressed the higher the speed of the shear Disassembly and Assembly Figures 2 and 3 To remove shear head from motor loosen 3 cap screws Remove shear head by pulling head firmly forward Slight twisting action may be required if head does not slide...

Page 7: ...t and alternately tighten cap screws snugly to lock head assembly in place It may be necessary to gently tap the shear head into place if it does not readily slip onto the nose of the power unit Operation For accurate work always clamp or anchor the material to be cut Line up one edge of the tool s middle blade with the cutting line and advance blades into the material without forced effort or unn...

Page 8: ...uality If you wish to contact us regarding this product please call toll free between 8 00am and 8 00pm ET seven days a week 1 800 9 BD TOOL 1 800 923 8665 Lubrication All ball bearings are factory lubricated to last the life of the tool All sleeve and needle bearings receive their lubrication from grease in the gear case Clean and re lubricate gear case yearly or whenever servicing requires the g...

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