E251.doc
S 420 - 0
GB
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Proper use
The TRUMPF hand shears S420-0 are an electrically
operated hand machine
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used for the chip-free cutting and tri mming of
plate-shaped workpieces made of material such
as aluminium, plastic, etc.
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to produce straight or curved outer edges and
inside cutouts
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to cut along a scribed line
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to part coils (in connection with a machine casing,
optional)
Safety instructions
The machine can only be operated safely if
you have read and understood both the
operating and safety instructions (red print)
and follow these instructions carefully.
The unit may only be used with a chip
deflector (hand protection).
The unit must not be used when wet or in a
wet area.
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Sockets must be equipped with fault-current
circuit breakers. Consult your electrician for
further information.
Check the unit, cable and plug before each
use.
Have all damaged parts repaired by an expert.
Always wear safety glasses, ear
protection, protective gloves and
proper footwear when working with the
machine.
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Ensure that the unit is off before inserting the plug
in the socket. Pull out the mains plug after use.
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Remove the plug from the socket before carrying
out any work on the machine. Never carry the unit
by the cable.
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Always guide the cable back away from the unit.
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Use only original TRUMPF accessories.
Before initial use
1.
Read the chapter on safety.
Safety instructions
2.
Mount the handle (the handle is enclosed
separately with the new machine).
3.
Check whether the installed cutters are
suitable for the material that is to be
machined. Use special cutters for high-
tensile sheets (>400 N/mm
2
)!
Cutter selection
4.
Turn, sharpen or replace blunt cutters
Replacing cutters
Sharpening cutters
5.
Check whether the cutting clearance is
suitable for the sheet thickness that is to be
machined.
Cutting clearance
6.
The mains voltage must correspond to the
specifications on the machine type plate.
Machines with 230
V may also be
connected to 220 V.
Machines with 115
V may also be
connected to 110 V.
Operating instructions
Check the tools for wear every hour.
Never work with blunt tools,
as this could otherwise overload the machine!
Turning the unit on and off
Turning on the unit: Push the on/off switch forward.
Turning off the unit: Push the on/off switch to the
rear.
