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METAL SHEAR 200MM
OPERATION (continued)
Cutting Rod
1. Round bar should ALWAYS be inserted through the Shearing Port (5) located
on the outer face of the Upper Cutting Blade (2) (Fig 4).
2. Using slow and even pressure, pull Handle (1) down to cut the workpiece.
CAUTION:
To reduce risk of injury, it is recommended that the Handle (1) is
removed before changing the blades.
REPLACEMENT OF BLADES
WARNING!
The blades are extremely sharp! Use extreme care when handling
to avoid personal injury!
REMOVAL
Upper Blade
1. Raise Handle (1) to open Upper Blade (2).
2. Insert a large screwdriver or similar metal object into the Shearing Port (5)
to limit blade movement (Fig 5). In addition, you can place a piece of suitable
scrap wood between the Upper Blade (2) and Lower Blade (9) (Fig 6).
3. Using 13mm & 14mm spanner, (not supplied) loosen and remove the Lower
Lever Bolt (8) Lock Nut (Fig 7A) & Nut (Fig 7B), then remove the Lower Lever
Bolt (8) (Fig 7C).
4. Using two 21mm spanners (not supplied), loosen and remove the Main Pivot
Bolt (6) Locknut (Fig 8A), Nut (Fig 8B) and remove the main Pivot Bolt (6)
(Fig 9).
5. At this point the Upper Blade (2) will be free. Carefully hold the Blade with one
hand while removing previously placed screwdriver or similar metal object
from the Shear Hole Port (5).
6. Carefully remove the Upper Blade (2).
7. Blade replacement in the reverse procedure to removal.
Lower Blade
1. Using a 16mm spanner (not supplied), loosen and remove the three Lower
Blade Bolts (10) and washers (Fig 10).
2. Carefully remove the Lower Blade (9).
3. Blade replacement is the reverse proceedure of blade removal.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
1. Always keep blades lubricated with light oil.
2. Keep pivot points tight. Check all shear hardware before every use for loose
or worn components.
3. Provide several drops of oil to pivot points periodically to prevent binding.
4. Keep all areas of the Shear clean, particularly those surfaces that contact
your workpieces.
5. Dirt and metal chips can cause uneven clamping and inaccurate cuts.
6. Use a mild solvent cleaner that will not damage painted surfaces.
7. Wipe the unpainted parts of the Shear with a light coat of camelia oil to
prevent rust.
Fig 4
Fig 5
Fig 6
Fig 7
A
A
B
C
B
Fig 8
Fig 9
Fig 10
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