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T32716 (Mfd. Since 05/21)
Assembly
The machine must be fully assembled before it
can be operated. Before beginning the assembly
process, first clean any parts that are covered or
coated in rust preventative.
Figure 5. Installing handle.
Thumb Knob
Handle
Hub
Groove
Changing Fingers
The Model T32716 comes with five fingers of
various lengths:
3
⁄
8
",
9
⁄
16
",
13
⁄
16
", 1
9
⁄
16
", and 8". These
sizes can be used to perform a variety of bend-
ing operations, including pan and box and radius
bending. Once you have planned your bend,
remove any installed fingers and replace them
with the finger (or fingers) needed for that bend.
Figure 7. Finger installation components.
Fingers
Bending
Prism
Figure 6. Finger mounting components.
Gib
Finger
x 4
To change fingers:
1. Loosen (4) gib cap screws shown in Figure 6.
2. Use handle to lift any installed fingers as high
as possible (see
Figure 6).
To assemble machine:
1. Insert handle into hub so tip of thumb knob
fits in groove in handle and secure in place
with thumb knob (see
Figure 5).
3. Remove unneeded fingers by sliding them
left and out of gib (see
Figure 6).
4. Slide desired finger (or fingers) between gib
and bending prism in order necessary for
bending operation (see
Figure 7).
6. With finger (or fingers) still pressed against
bending prism, tighten cap screws from
Step 1.
Tool Needed
Qty
Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1
Crushing hazard! Always
keep hands clear when
using this machine.
5. Use handle to lower and press fingers against
bending prism to align them (see
Figure 7).
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