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© Copyright 2016 Easthill Group, Inc.     6/16     Instruction item #20644Q     Rev 0

If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact 

The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 800.544.5118  >>  email: [email protected]

PDF version of this manual is available online  >>  eastwood.com/20644manual

The Eastwood Company     263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA 

US and Canada: 800.345.1178     Outside US: 610.718.8335 

Fax: 610.323.6268     eastwood.com

ADDITIONAL ITEMS

#26523

 

Spare Blades.

#43120

 

Portable Work Stand

#12011

 

Mig 135

#28187

 

Bead Roller with 6 Mandrel Sets

#11979

 

7pc Hammer and Dolly Set

Summary of Contents for 20644

Page 1: ...THROATLESS ELECTRIC METAL SHEAR INSTRUCTIONS Part 20644 ...

Page 2: ...fficient operation and long life Easily cuts up to 22 ga stainless steel 18 ga steel and 16 ga aluminum Throatless design allows tight curves to be cut with ease CONTENTS 1 Throatless Electric Shear 1 Hex Key 1 Spare Motor Brush set SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Material Thickness 22 ga Stainless 18 ga Mild Steel 16 ga Aluminum Strokes per minute 1800 Minimum Cutting Radius 1 5 Blade Material Tungsten Ca...

Page 3: ...beling and on all other information provided with this product GENERAL SAFETY RULES Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury The term power tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 WORK AREA SAFETY a K...

Page 4: ...ating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal in...

Page 5: ...ructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands 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 tools 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 Pro...

Page 6: ...kly catch loose clothing long hair or jewelry causing serious personal injury Keep all loose clothing long hair and jewelry away from operating tool This tool can quickly start up when handling causing serious personal injury Always unplug the tool from the electrical supply before changing blades or servicing Sharp cutting blades can quickly pinch and cut Keep hands and fingers away from oscillat...

Page 7: ...be cut and apply pressure to begin cutting FIG 1 Only moderate pressure is required for tool to cleanly cut through metal Do not force When possible it is recommended to use two hands to control tool NOTE To help ensure cut quality test shears on a piece of scrap material that is the same thickness as the project material To make a curved cut apply pressure in the direction needed to follow the cu...

Page 8: ... tool unplugged apply pressure to the upper blade to move it to its highest position 2 Measure gap between the upper and lower blades using a feeler gauge not included FIG 2 3 If adjustment is necessary loosen the cap screw fastening the lower blade slightly loosen the lock nut and use the adjustment screw to adjust gap FIG 3 4 When desired gap is achieved tighten cap screw and lock nut ensuring t...

Page 9: ...Brush caps located on the sides of the tool FIG 4 2 Remove old brushes and install new brushes in the same orientation 3 Install Brush caps 4 Connect tool to appropriate power source and test for correct operation Allow tool to run for two minutes this will allow the new brushes to seat MAINTENANCE Apply several drops of light machine oil occasionally to moving contact surfaces Add 3 4 drops of li...

Page 10: ...lades Damaged Replace Blades Material is Too Thick Ensure material thickness is within the tool s rated capacity Blade Gap is Incorrect Measure and adjust Blade Gap See section Setting Cutting Blade Gap Tool Will Not Start Cord Not Connected Ensure cord is connected to an appropriate power source No Power at Source Check power at outlet and ensure that the breaker is not tripped Internal Damage If...

Page 11: ...To order parts and supplies 800 345 1178 eastwood com 11 ...

Page 12: ...0 544 5118 email techelp eastwood com PDF version of this manual is available online eastwood com 20644manual The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road Pottstown PA 19464 USA US and Canada 800 345 1178 Outside US 610 718 8335 Fax 610 323 6268 eastwood com ADDITIONAL ITEMS 26523 Spare Blades 43120 Portable Work Stand 12011 Mig 135 28187 Bead Roller with 6 Mandrel Sets 11979 7pc Hammer and Dolly Set ...

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