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7.5 RECTANGLE NOTCHER
The rectangle notcher is a component tool designed to make rectangle and vee notches in angle iron and
flat stock. The maximum capacity of this tool is 2 by 1-3/4 inch (51 x 44mm) rectangle notch in 1/4 inch
(6mm) material or a 1-1/2 inch (38mm) vee notch.
7.5B RECTANGLE NOTCHER OPERATION
1. Lubricate the upper ram and lower die before the first cut and every 10 to 15 cuts, thereafter.
2. Place the material to be notched between the upper and lower dies and make the cut.
3. After the cut is made, remove the material before releasing the foot pedal.
CAUTION: ALWAYS REMOVE THIS TOOL WHEN IT IS NOT IN USE.
7.5A RECTANGLE NOTCHER INSTALLATION
SEE FIGURE 16 ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.
1. Operate the machine until the cylinder completely retracts.
NOTE: THE STRIPPER MOUNTING PLATE (D) MUST BE REMOVED TO OPERATE THIS
TOOL. FAILURE TO REMOVE THE STRIPPER MOUNTING PLATE WILL CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE.
2. Remove the die holder, die holder plate, stripper, punch and punch retaining nut.
3. Thread the notcher pusher (A) into the punch ram and tighten it with a wrench.
4. Place the tool (B, E & F) on the punch bolster. Raise the upper notcher ram (B) up to the
pusher (A) and tighten the set screw (C).
5. Start the mounting bolts (D) in the lower die. Align the upper ram and lower die and tighten
the mounting bolts (D).
NOTE: If tool ever jams or gets stuck - REMOVE THE TOOL
FROM THE MACHINE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO FREE IT.