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MATERIAL SLIPPAGE
Material Slippage is caused by the Brake not locking properly or fully along the entire length.
To determine the need for Wedge Adjustment:
A. Cut paper into sheets approximately 2" x 6".
B. Insert paper into clamping position under each Shoe Casting.
C. Lock Brake
D. Try to remove paper while Brake is locked by lightly pulling on the paper.
If paper slips out easily, that particular Casting should be adjusted.
Solution:
A. Clean and lubricate Wedges, Sliding Bar, and Clamping Bar. (see page 9)
B. Tighten Fasteners for Hinges, Yoke, and Wedges.
C. Inspect Shoe Casting for damage due to dropping or other accidental abuse.
Replace if necessary (see page 12).
SCRATCHES OR MARRING OF MATERIAL
A. Do not use your Brake around your Saw Table as the cuttings may get
between clamping members and cause excessive wear or material scratching.
B. Wipe jaws clean during use to remove metal chips, dirt or shavings.
This will prevent scratching of your clamping mechanism.
C. If your material is getting scratched examine the Clamping Bar and Hinge for roughness or
burrs. Replace worn parts.
D. If you transport your Brake in the locked position, lock a piece of vinyl siding
or cardboard between the clamping members. Vibration during transport can
cause scoring of the clamping mechanism if dirt or foreign matter is present.
E. Replace vinyl strip if excessively worn or nicked.
UNEVEN BENDING
Uneven bending or “overbending” is material being bent more in one
section than in another.
Solution:
A. Make sure material is being locked down securely prior to bending.
B. Using Brake on uneven ground may cause some bowing or twisting to occur.
C. Check fasteners on Fixed Hinge and Wedges for looseness and tighten.
(see Replacing Wedges page 11)
D. Check for cracked or broken Castings. Look on the top and underside
of each casting. Replace part. (see page 12)
E. Uneven bending may be caused by operator pulling on one end of the
Lifting Handle rather than the center.
F. Transporting your Brake other than in the flat working position may
cause it to bow.
G. Look for bow along the Fixed Hinge and Clamping Bar. These parts may
need to be replaced.
Trouble Shooting
