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Item 68199

General Operating Instructions

1.  Squeeze the Trigger to activate the Shear.  

Release Trigger to turn off Shear.

2.  For continuous operation, press the Trigger Lock 

on the side of the handle.  The Trigger Lock 

will deactivate once the Trigger is released.

3.  If Shear become jammed during cutting, release 

Trigger and unplug tool immediately.

4.  Use the Belt Tab to hang the Shear from the workbelt.

5.  To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and 

disconnect its power supply after use.  Clean, then 

store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained 

in this manual must be performed 

only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM 

ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: 

Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the 

tool from its electrical outlet before performing any 

inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE: 

Do not use damaged equipment.  If abnormal 

noise or vibration occurs, have the problem 

corrected before further use.

blade Maintenance

1.  Unplug the tool.

2.  Using the Hex Tool, remove the three Head Bolts.

3. 

Cutting 

Head 

Head 

Bolts 

Left Blade 

Right 

Blade 

Center 

Blade 

Bushing

 

The three Blades and the two Bushings will be loose.

4.  Clean, replace or sharpen the blades as 

required.  Replace blades as a set only.

5.  Reassemble by repositioning the Blades, 

and Bushings as illustrated.  Replace the 

Head Bolts and tighten them securely.

6.  Test the product to be sure that it is working properly.

7.  The Left and Right Blades are slotted.  They 

can be adjusted to change the direction of 

the curl of waste material.  To adjust:
a.  Unplug the tool.
b.  Loosen all three Head Bolts.
c.  Make a slight adjustment to the Left 

or Right Blade as needed.

d.  Tighten the Head Bolts.
e.  Test the direction of the waste curl and 

repeat the steps above as needed.

Note:

  If the Head Bolts are overtightened, then the Center 

Blade will not move freely enough, causing premature 

wear, or possibly preventing the tool from operating.   

If the Head Bolts are not tight enough, the tool 

will not make a smooth cut in the material

Cleaning, Maintenance, 

and Lubrication

1. 

bEFORE EACH USE,

 inspect the general condition 

of the tool.  Check for loose hardware, misalignment 

or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken 

parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other 

condition that may affect its safe operation.

2. 

AFTER USE,

 wipe external surfaces 

of the tool with clean cloth.

3.  Use dry, compressed air to clean out 

the vents on the motor housing.

4. 

CAUTION!

  Do not use cleaning agents to 

clean the softer parts of the tool.  Use only 

a mild detergent or a damp cloth.  Do not 

let water come into contact with tool.  

5. 

WARNING!  If the supply cord of this 

power tool is damaged, it must be replaced 

only by a qualified service technician.

Summary of Contents for 68199

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...gs and instructions for future reference The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool 1 Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks ...

Page 3: ...ds of untrained users e Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likel...

Page 4: ...till keeping safe control of it Let the tool do the work 7 To reduce vibration maintain the tool as explained in this manual If any abnormal vibration occurs stop use immediately SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Grounding TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not mo...

Page 5: ...rds from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas TAbLE A RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 103 043 VOLT NAMEPLATE AMPERES at full load EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 05 53 75 133 153 0 2 0 18 18 18 18 16 2 1 3 4 18 18 18 16 14 3 5 5 0 18 18 16 14 12 5 1 7 0 18 16 14 12 12 7 1 12 0 18 14 12 10 12 1 16 0 14 12 10 16 1 20 0 12 10 Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volt...

Page 6: ...f and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before adjusting tool or installing accessories Swivelling Cutter Head 1 Put on heavy duty work gloves and ANSI approved safety goggles to avoid injury 2 Loosen the three hex head bolts using the hex wrench provided with this tool See above 3 Firmly grip the cutter head and twist it to the desired position Tighten the three hex bolts to keep the Cut...

Page 7: ...r sharpen the blades as required Replace blades as a set only 5 Reassemble by repositioning the Blades and Bushings as illustrated Replace the Head Bolts and tighten them securely 6 Test the product to be sure that it is working properly 7 The Left and Right Blades are slotted They can be adjusted to change the direction of the curl of waste material To adjust a Unplug the tool b Loosen all three ...

Page 8: ... on page 4 Performance decreases over time 1 Blades dull or damaged 2 Carbon brushes worn or damaged 1 Keep Blades sharp Replace as needed 2 Have qualified technician replace brushes Excessive noise or rattling Internal damage or wear Carbon brushes or bearings for example Have technician service tool Overheating 1 Forcing tool to work too fast 2 Blade s misaligned 3 Blade s dull or damaged 4 Bloc...

Page 9: ...IDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS...

Page 10: ... technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 68199 Parts List and Assembly Diagram Assembly Diagram 2 1 3 7 4 5 6 8 9 41 40 33 39 38 31 30 29 32 34 27 28 26 25 24 23 22 18 19 21 20 17 16 35 14 15 13 10 12 ...

Page 11: ...w the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date an...

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