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7.8 PIPE NOTCHER
The Pipe Notcher is a component tool designed to saddle cut pipe or tubing for applications such as
railings. There are notchers available to notch angles in pipe and tubing, also. For prices and
availability, contact your local dealer or the factory.
7.8A PIPE NOTCHER INSTALLATION
SEE FIGURE 22 ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.
The pipe notcher can be installed in either the punch station or under the upper arm. When installed on
the tool table, the selector switch must be in the SHEAR position. When installed in the punch station, the
selector switch must be in the PUNCH position. When INSTALLING THE NOTCHER IN THE PUNCH
STATION, 1. Remove the die holder and the stripper. 2. Install the pusher (F) on the punch ram, using
the #45 punch retaining nut (C)NOTE: The upper and lower dies have an alignment pin and groove in
them to prevent mismatching sizes. Make sure that the dies you have selected are a matched set before
installing them. 3. Set the notcher on the bolster and align the slug hole in the notcher with the hole in the
bolster. 4. Anchor the tool with the M16 bolt (D) provided. To MOUNT THE NOTCHER ON THE
TOOL TABLE, 1. Attach the riser (B) and the pusher (E) to the tool using the two M10 x 60 bolts and
lock washers. 2. Align the tool over the "D" shaped slug hole in the tool table (as shown) and bolt it down
to the tool table with the M-12 bolt (G) provided.3. Both the 6 x 6 Angle Shear and the Pipe Notcher can
be used on the tool table at the same time.
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CAUTION: With the tool mounted in either station, it is
necessary to set the down stroke of the machine to prevent damage to the tool. The upper die should not
pass the lower die by more than1/32 of an inch (.7mm).
7.8B PIPE NOTCHER OPERATION
To achieve the best results from your unit, PLEASE OBSERVE THESE SIMPLE RULES:
1.. Keep the unit clean. Whenever dirt or metal chips accumulate, remove the 8mm limit screw
located in the center at the rear of the punch. Lift out the punch-holder and the two springs
(1/2 x 3"). Clean the unit with solvent.
2.
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CAUTION: DO NOT DIASSEMBLE THE UPPER PUNCH.
3. Check the alignment of the unit. After cleaning the unit, always check the alignment of the punch
and die section. To check the alignment, insert the punch and holder, without the springs, into the
housing and check the gap. Make sure the punch is centered in the die. SEE FIGURE 23 BELOW.
4. If proven correct, tighten the two M-10 socket head screws holding the die section in place.
5. Apply some high pressure lube all around the inside of the housing, then re-assemble the unit,
reversing the above procedures.
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CAUTION: WHEN USING THIS TOOL, ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Before operation, lubricate the sides and back of the upper die with way oil. Repeat this lubrication once
daily. Cutting blades should be lubricated, with a cutting oil or motor oil, before making the first cut and
after every 10 to 15 cuts.