SKU 98912
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mainTEnanCE
inSTRuCTiOnS
Procedures not specifically
explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified
technician.
TO pREvEnT SERiOuS injuRY FROm
aCCiDEnTaL OpERaTiOn: Turn
off the Shear and remove its
Battery (18) before performing
any inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
BEFORE EACH USE, examine the
1.
general condition of the Shear. Check
for loose screws, misalignment or
binding of moving parts, broken parts,
damaged electrical wiring, and any
other condition that may affect its safe
operation. If a problem occurs, turn
off the Shear immediately, remove its
Battery (18), and have the problem
corrected before further use.
Do not
use a damaged tool.
THE SHEAR IS EQUIPPED WITH A
2.
19.2 VOLT NICKEL-CADMIUM BAT-
TERY (18). With proper care, the
Battery can be recharged many, many
times. Follow the steps below to en-
sure proper Battery care:
Always switch to a fresh Battery
a.
(18) when tool performance begins
to diminish. Severe heat is most
destructive to a Battery. The more
heat generated, the faster the Battery
loses power. Never over-discharge a
Battery by using the tool even af-
ter tool performance is decreasing.
Never attempt to discharge a Battery
by continuing to squeeze the tool’s
Trigger (8). When tool performance
begins to diminish, stop the tool, re-
charge the Battery and use the fresh
Battery for optimal performance.
The charging room temperature
b.
should be between 50° Fahrenheit
and 104° Fahrenheit.
If the Batter(18) has charged for
c.
approximately one hour but will not
power the Shear, the Battery may
need replacement. Purchase re-
placement batteries only from Har-
bor Freight Tools. Do not attempt to
repair the Battery.
Contact local hazardous waste
d.
disposal authorities for proper Bat-
tery (18) disposal. Never set fire to a
Battery.
AFTER EACH USE, keep the exteri-
3.
or of the Shear free of excess grease
and oil. Use only a mild detergent
and damp cloth when cleaning. Do
not use a flammable or combustible
solvent. Do not immerse the tool in
liquid.
WHEN STORING, always store the
4.
Shear and its accessories in its Car-
rying Case (24). Keep the tool in a
clean, dry, safe location out of reach
of children and other unauthorized
persons.
CAUTION: All maintenance, service,
5.
and repairs not mentioned in this
manual must only be performed by a
qualified service technician.
