Setup & Assembly
Any missing parts or damage should be reported immediately to JEGS. Do not use a damaged tool. Read this
instruction manual thoroughly for operation, maintenance and safety instructions.
Lubrication
The shear should be lubricated
daily
(or before each use) with air tool oil through the air inlet. During continual
operation, it should be re-oiled every 1 to 2 hours. This can be done with an inline oiler, or manually. If done manually,
proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect air hose from tool.
2. Place 4 or 5 drops of air tool oil into air inlet.
NOTE
: Air tool oil not provided; it is available at most major hardware
and tool stores. SAE #10 oil or sewing machine oil may be used as a substitute. Do not use detergent oil.
3. Re-connect air. Run shear at low throttle without load for a few seconds to distribute the oil throughout tool.
4. When finished operating shear, disconnect air hose. Wipe off housing with a dry cloth. Place 4 or 5 drops of air tool
oil into air inlet; re-connect air and run tool for a few seconds to distribute the oil. Disconnect air.
Operation
The pneumatic shear must be properly lubricated before operation. See
“Lubrication” section.
1. Remove protective cap from air inlet. If an in-line oiler is not being used, add 4 or 5 drops of air tool oil (not included)
into the air inlet.
2. Blow out airline to remove any dirt or moisture, then connect air supply hose to tool. Set air pressure to 90 psi.
IMPORTANT
: Connecting a quick-change coupling directly to the tool is not recommended, as vibration may cause the
connection to fail. Instead, add a leader hose and install any quick-change couplings farther down the line.
3. Place cutting blades against workpiece and both hands on tool.
4. Press trigger to operate. Speed is regulated by pressure applied to trigger.
5. Use moderate pressure against workpiece; do not force tool.
6. Release trigger to stop tool.
Adjustment
Disconnect shear from air supply before making any adjustments.
Head Position
1. To swivel head, loosen (do not remove) the three socket head screws with a hex wrench, just enough to allow head
to swivel.
2. Rotate head to desired angle, and retighten the three screws.
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