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FEATURES
SET UP
• Single shoe bending of 3/4" to 2" EMT, IMC/GRC conduit.
• Four sturdy casters for easy transportability.
• Squeeze adjustment allows for variations in conduit.
• Front locking casters to securely keep bender in place during use.
• Hand pendant and front button controls for multiple bending
applications.
TRANSPORTING OF BENDER
Refer to the “Identification” section of this manual.
To transport the BENDMAX™ Compact Bender on the ground
1. Unlock Caster Brakes (21) and use Push Cart Handle (16) to
maneuver bender to desired location.
2. Lock Caster Brakes (21) when transport is complete.
To transport the BENDMAX™ Compact Bender with Forklift
1. Ensure Caster Brakes (21) are in the locked position.
2. Insert fork lift arms into fork rings located under bender cart.
Lift bender to transport around the jobsite.
Refer to the “Identification” section of this manual.
1. Position the bender so there is room to load conduit and
engage the front Caster Brakes (21).
2. Plug approved 12 AWG extension cord into the Power Recep
tacle (11) from grounded 20-amp outlet.
• Adjust fork spacing to match fork rings on bender. Ensure
front wheel brakes are engaged before inserting forks into fork
rings.
• Ensure forks go under front and back support bars and through
fork rings to prevent bender from moving once lifted by forklift.
WARNING
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD RESULT
IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
WARNING:
• Always use safety glasses. Everyday glasses only have impact
resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. When using in
dusty environment, use face or dust mask.
FAILURE TO WEAR EYE PROTECTION COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS EYE INJURY FROM FLYING DEBRIS.
• Use only three-wire, 12 AWG extension cords that have three-
prong grounding-type plugs and three-hole receptacles that
accept the tool`s plug.
• Do not use extension cords that are longer than 30m (100``).
• Repair or replace damaged extension cords.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD RESULT
IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.
3. Plug the Pendant Control Cable (13) into housing under Power
Switch (15). Bender will operate by either Hand Pendant (12) or
manually pressing the Manual Bending Buttons (4).
Extension Cords
