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Basic Operation
Following are instructions on the primary uses of your Compact Bender. Additionally, information is
included on the many ways to use your Compact Bender, along with specific examples. Becoming
familiar with the Compact Bender and its many uses will allow you to make a variety of useful items.
As the operator, you will have to decide on the way in which you will be using your Compact Bender.
The following are the basic steps you will need to take when working with the Compact Bender.
Use an appropriate measuring device to measure and:
1. Decide on material and measurements to be used.
2. Decide on the appropriate Die. Decide on the best placement of the Die for your particular bend.
3. Decide on the appropriate attachment, Stop Block or Right Angle Bend. Correct orientation of Stop Block.
4. Insert stock into the Bender and position it properly. Make the first bend.
5. Check the angle and direction of the bend.
6. Make all consequent bends. Adjust the workpiece as needed.
CAUTION!
Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts at all times.
How the Holes Are Numbered
Throughout this manual, the holes are often identified by a specific number, i.e., the 3rd hole in the Handle.
There are five holes referred to in the Outer Handle/Die Receiver (9) and 5 holes referred to in the Ring
Assembly (10). For clarification of each hole and its corresponding number, please refer to Figure C below.
1
2
3 4
5
1 2 3 4 5
Center Point
Outer Handle (9)
Ring Assembly (10)
Figure C: Numbering of Holes
Use of the Support Pin with the Square Stop Block
1. Place the Support Pin (5) into the hole under the Square Stop Block (3) so that the Square
Stop Block (3) will sit correctly in relation to the Ring Assembly/ Die Receiver.
