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10.0 STORAGE
10.1 Storage Guidelines
If the cutter will be stored for an extended period of time:
• Disconnect hydraulic hoses from cutter. Be sure that
dust caps are installed on hydraulic couplers.
• Thoroughly clean the cutter.
• Lubricate the cutter metal surfaces with a thin layer
of oil.
• Store the cutter in a clean and dry place, accessible
only to authorized personnel.
10.2 Return to Use (after storage)
Before using the cutter after an extended period of
storage or inactivity, perform the following steps:
• Remove protective oil coating (applied before storage)
from cutter surfaces.
• Check for oil leaks. Make repairs as required.
• Check that the tool hydraulic hoses and electrical
cable are intact and undamaged.
• Check for any missing, worn or improperly installed
parts.
• Check that all screws, nuts, bolts and other fasteners
are tight.
• Replace, repair or tighten components as needed.
NOTICE:
WARNING
Always disconnect pump from AC
power supply before beginning cutter blade
replacement procedures. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidental startup as
procedures are being performed. Serious personal
injury could result.
4. Open the safety guard. Refer to Section 7.2 for
additional information.
5. Loosen and remove the moving blade screws
(Figure 14, item 1).
6. Remove the worn moving blade (Figure 14, item 2).
7. Install new moving blade (Figure 14, item 2) onto the
piston.
NOTICE
A screwdriver or small pry bar may be needed
to pry the blade from the mating surface of the piston.
8. Install the new moving blade screws (Figure 14,
item 1). Torque to 91 in-lb [10 Nm]. Apply Loctite 243
or equivalent.
9. Close the safety guard. Refer to Section 7.2 for
additional information.
10. Test for proper operation before placing the cutter
back into service.
Figure 14, Moving Blade Replacement
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Key:
1. Moving Blade Screws
2. Moving Blade
