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COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO,
OR DEATH OF, PERSONNEL OR
LONG TERM HEALTH HAZARDS.
CAUTION: HIGHLIGHTS AN
ESSENTIAL OPERATING OR
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE,
PRACTICE, CONDITION
STATEMENT, ETC. WHICH IF NOT
STRICTLY OBSERVED, COULD
RESULT IN DAMAGE TO, OR
DESTRUCTION OF, EQUIPMENT
OR LOSS OF MISSION
EFFECTIVENESS.
1.6 Training Requirements
Operator training for the weld shear
should consist of information found
in this manual. In addition the
operator must receive instructions,
both verbally and through
demonstrations for applications in
which the tool is going to be used.
The new operator must start in an
area without bystanders and use the
tool until able to fully operate the tool
under the conditions for the work
area.
2.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Unpacking Instructions
Upon receiving your weld shear
promptly remove it from the shipping
container. Always keep top side of
container up. Inspect unit for
damage which may have incurred
during shipping and report it to
carrier for claim.
2.2 Tool Preparations
The PortaCo G-18D55-53-W power
unit is recommended for hydraulic
supply. This unit is equipped with
two 5-gpm/20 lpm circuits that can
be combined for on 10 gpm/40 lpm
circuits.
If the tool is used in cold weather,
preheat the hydraulic fluid by running
power source at low engine speed.
Fluid temperature should be at or
above 50° F/10° C (400-ssu/82
centistroke) before use, when using
recommended fluids. Using too thick
of fluid may result in tool damage.
2.3 Testing
WARNING: NEVER STICK
FOREIGN OBJECTS, FINGERS,
OR OTHER EXTRMITIES INTO
MOVING MECHANISMS. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR
TOOL DAMAGE.
Before operating the weld shear it is
important to inspect the shear blades
for excessive wear or damage.
Replace the shear blades if required
before operating the shear. Follow all
safety precautions and procedures
when inspecting tool.
To test the function of the shear,
connect the hydraulic hoses to the
tool see section 2.6 of this manual
for proper procedure. With the flow
from the power source "on" press the
control lever down and hold it there.
(See figure 2.3A) The shear blades
should close at a slow rate of speed.
Allow the blades to contact each
other. Release the lever and the
shear blades should move to full
open without touching the lever or
any form of assistance.
