T32716 (Mfd. Since 05/21)
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Adjusting Fixed Knife
The fixed (top) knife should be positioned against
the shearing (bottom) knife to achieve a snug and
consistent knife rub without causing the knives to
bind at any location. Misalignment of the knives
can result in machine damage and poor cutting
results.
Items Needed
Qty
Safety Glasses ...........................................1 Pair
Light Machine Oil............................... As Needed
Scrap Paper ...................................... As Needed
Wrench or Socket 3mm ..................................... 1
Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1
Protective Gloves........................................1 Pair
To adjust fixed knife:
1. Oil knives with light machine oil.
Figure 28. Example of using paper to test
shearing results.
— If shear cuts paper without binding, no
adjustment is required.
— If shear cuts paper poorly or if knives bind,
proceed to
Step 3.
3. Loosen (2) knife retaining cap screws shown
in
Figure 29.
4. Loosen (3) cap screws with jam nuts shown
in
Figure 29 a full turn.
Figure 29. Fixed knife adjustment components.
x 3
Knife Retaining
Cap Screws
Make sure no body part is
near knives when shearing
occurs. Failure to follow
this warning may result in
cut or pinch injuries.
Eye injury hazard! Always
wear safety glasses when
servicing machine.
2. While keeping fingers clear of knives, shear
sheet of paper to test shearing results (see
Figure 28).
5. While wearing protective gloves, carefully
push fixed knife back and away from shear-
ing knife (see
Figure 30).
Fixed Knife
Shearing Knife
Figure 30. Location of knives and direction of
fixed knife travel.
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