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9.0
Maintenance
Use care when working with or
around the knives.
The 2-way upper knife can be removed and flipped
180°, for a new edge before having to be
sharpened.
Periodically insert oil through the two oil fittings
(127) atop the side panels. Use ISO VG32 or
equivalent.
Wipe the knives lightly with oil.
Lubricate all pivot points on the machine daily.
Empty the condensation cups on the air regulator
as needed.
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Troubleshooting
Trouble Probable
Cause
Remedy
Blades will not cut
material.
Incorrect gap between blades.
Increase gap for thicker gauge metals.
Material exceeds machine capacity.
Stay within capacity.
Blades are dull.
Replace or sharpen blades.
Unsatisfactory cuts.
Blades dull.
Replace or sharpen blades.
Incorrect gap between blades.
Correct gap.
Loose gibs.
Remove backlash from gibs.
Cuts not square.
Inadequate hold-down pressure.
Adjust pressure of hold-down.
Blade gap unequal.
Adjust gap equally across length of blade.
Uneven guide contact.
Place work against guide consistently.
Blade is bowed.
Adjust blade bow at the tie-rod.
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Replacement Parts
Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-
800-274-6848 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. Having the Model Number and Serial
Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately.
Some parts are shown for reference only, and may not be available individually.
Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can usually be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered
from JET.
