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Summary of Contents for 11797

Page 1: ...4 THROATLESS SHEAR INSTRUCTIONS Item 11797 ...

Page 2: ...njury READ INSTRUCTIONS Thoroughly read and understand this manual before using Save for future reference CUT AND CRUSH HAZARD This tool has EXTREMELY SHARP cutting blades with amplified leverage on the upper blade which can quickly cause severe injury or loss of fingers Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts when operating Always place the handle in the DOWN position with the Locking Pin i...

Page 3: ...es SET UP The Eastwood Metal Shear must be securely mounted on a heavy solid workbench stand floor etc capable of holding the static weight of the unit plus the stresses from operation Place the Metal Shear over the chosen location then mark mounting hole locations by tracing holes in the base The use of 1 2 through bolts nuts or longer lag screws with sub stantial washers and attachment to a stru...

Page 4: ...done always place the handle in the DOWN position BLADE ADJUSTMENT NOTES The upper blade is fixed in place while the lower blade is adjustable The ideal blade gap is equal to 1 4 of the subject material thickness For example 14 gauge steel will work best with a blade gap of 0 019 0 48mm while 20 gauge should be 0 0094 0 23mm An alternative method is to gradually decrease blade gap while cutting pa...

Page 5: ...ly remove Blade Installation 1 Replace blade and exert slight pressure against adjusting screws 2 Tighten Lower Blade Clamp bolt NOTE Blade replacement normally requires a re adjustment of the lower blade due to blade manufactur ing tolerance variations Adjust per Blade Adjustment procedure DO NOT attempt to service blades without placing the Locking Pin in the OPEN position by inserting it into t...

Page 6: ...NCE NOTE Maintenance should be performed before each use Check tightness of all hardware Check operation for binding Lubricate pivot points and gears periodically with a medium bodied lubricating oil Inspect Blades for cracks damage or premature wear Replace if damaged Clean dirt and debris from Shear Deck The blades are extremely sharp Use extreme care when handling to avoid severe cuts or loss o...

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Page 8: ...Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department 800 343 9353 email techelp eastwood com PDF version of this manual is available online eastwood com 11797manual The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road Pottstown PA 19464 USA US and Canada 800 343 9353 Outside US 610 718 8335 Fax 610 323 6268 eastwood com ADDITIONAL ITEMS 20454 Replacement Blades ...

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