model t23034 (mfg. since 6/10)
-15-
creating bends
the model t23034 can easily create constant-
radius bends in sheet metal up to 16 gauge.
Note:
The method for creating a specific radius is
a trial-and-error process. Due to the many varia-
tions among metal workpieces, no single position-
ing will create the same curve on all materials. We
recommend using scrap pieces the same dimen-
sions and material as your final workpiece until the
desired curve is achieved.
CW
figure 17. raising bottom roller.
To create a bend in a workpiece:
1. place the workpiece between the top and bot-
tom rollers, as shown in
figure 17. turn the
thickness adjust knobs to lift the bottom roller
until the workpiece is held snug between the
top and bottom rollers. Be sure to turn the
thickness adjust knobs equal amounts.
2. remove the workpiece from between the
rollers, then raise the bottom roller slightly by
rotating each thickness adjust knob approxi-
mately
1
⁄
4
turn. Also, make sure the rear roller
is lowered completely and will not interfere
with the workpiece as it exits the machine
(
figure 15).
CW
figure 15. raising bottom roller
1
⁄
4
turn.
figure 16. Flat rolling the workpiece.
3. With the help of another person if needed,
feed the workpiece into the rollers while turn-
ing the crank (
figure 16).
Approximately
1
⁄
4
turn.
4. Continue processing the workpiece by repeat-
ing
Steps 2–3 until the desired results are
produced.
The main rollers of this
machine present a pinch-
ing hazard. Make sure no
body part or clothing is
near the area between the
rollers. failure to follow this
warning may result in fin-
gers, hair, or clothing being
pulled into the machine,
causing personal injury.
