Operating Manual
Matrix
Copyright Silca 2012
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8.6 CLAMPS
The machine comes with a set of tilting clamps (0 +- 45°). The clamp unit can be pulled out and placed into the
guides according to the operator’s needs. The clamp unit has two positioning notches according to the type of
jaws to be used for cutting (Fig. 27 and Fig. 28).
1) Turn the lever (A1) anti-clockwise to move the clamp sideways and/or remove it. Turn the lever (A1) clockwise
to lock the clamp in place.
Fig. 27
Fig. 28
2) Loosen the handle (I) in order to turn/incline the clamp for the cutting angle required. The angle is shown on the
central body (B2). The values of 0°, 15°, 30° and 45° are visible, whereas to see the others the reference lines
must be used. Each line corresponds to 5°.
Each clamp (right or left hand) comprises 3 jaws.
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Standard stationary jaw (located on left)
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Mobile central jaw
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Right-hand stationary jaw
NOTE: Carefully clean the clamp before and/or after cutting a key.
Fig. 29 - Matrix PRO clamps
