PB-1000 PANEL BEATER
TM
PRODUCT MANUAL
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRODES
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Always keep all foreign materials off the surface of the electrode while shrinking.
KEEP ELECTRODES SHARP:
Keep your electrodes sharpened to 1/8” diameter flat tip for optimum operation.
You can easily grind it or file it to its original shape.
KEEP ELECTRODES COOL:
During heavy usage periodic cooling of electrodes may be required. Keeping the
electrode cool will also prolong the life of the electrode. Improperly maintained electrodes will reduce or impair
performance.
SHRINK TOOL:
The Shrink Tool feature can be used to work areas of stretched or bulged metal. Simply push the Shrink Tool (lo-
cated at the center of the handle) firmly against the panel, then activate the thumb switch. Repeat as necessary.
When shrinking:
• Set the timer to the desired setting, start with a moderate setting, 2-4.
• Hold the shrinking tip against the panel and depress and hold the control button.
• Do not remove the shrink tip from the panel until the operation cycle ends.
• Adjust the timer as needed to get the desired result.
Keep all foreign materials off the surface of the electrode while shrinking.
A hole at the end of the shrink tool is provided for applying “nails” to a panel. Simply insert the “nail” or “draw
pin” into the hole, hold against the base metal and push the control switch momentarily.
GROUND MAGNET:
The ground magnet is placed on the cleaned and sanded area near dent to be repaired when ready to pull
dents. Make sure the area is clean and the magnet has solid contact.
If the ground magnet sparks during operation you have a poor magnet ground contact.
NOTE: PB-204 Ground Clamp Adapter Cable is available to allow use of a clamp ground in lieu of the
magnet ground.
DO NOT MOVE TOOL WHILE SHRINKING
