Operation Manual FB-4
KAKA Industrial
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Unpacking
The METAL BENDER is shipped from the
manufacturer in a carefully packed Carton
box. Thoroughly inspect the product upon
opening the package.
After unpacking the unit, carefully inspect
for any damage that may have occurred
during transit. Check for loose, missing, or
damaged parts. Shipping damage claims
must be filed with the carrier and are the
responsibility of the user.
Specifications
The KAKA 4" METAL BENDER is a
high quality, industrial style tool capable
of generating a powerful 2-1/2 tons of
pressing force to create 90° or lesser
repeatable bends in mild steel and
aluminum up to 4” wide.
● For cold forming of steel and metals
including setup plate for table clamping.
● Stamp a stencil for round roll bending
available.
Stock No. ................................173204
Model........................................FB-4
Maximum Jaw Travel..............................2-1/2”
Minimum Bend Radius..............................1/4”
Maximum Bend Angle.................................90°
Average Maximum Expected Material Bending
Mild steel:
0.75"x0.67"(19x17 mm),
1.97"x0.43"(50x11 mm),
3.98"x0.31"(101x8 mm).
Packing size......17"x8"x7" (44x21x18 cm)
N.W./G.W. ..........18/22 lbs (8.5/10 kg)
NOTE:
Material thicknesses shown are
for mild steel only. High carbon steel and
stainless steel thickness will be less while
aluminum thickness will be higher
.
- 3/4” wide, max. = 3/8” thick
- 2” wide, max. = 1/4” thick
- 4” wide, max. = 3/16” thick
Important
• This tool has leveraged rotating
components that generate greatly amplified
crushing and bending forces which can
quickly cause severe injury!
Keep fingers and hands away from moving
parts when operating.
• Handling sharp metal can cause serious
cuts. Wear thick, well fitting work gloves to
prevent cuts from handling sharp metal.
WARNING
Tremendous external torque loads are placed
on this Metal Bender during operation. This tool
cannot be operated without adequate support or
severe personal injury or property damage can
occur if it should suddenly be become dislodged
or moves while in use. Before beginning ANY
work with this tool, it is absolutely necessary that
it be securely bolted to a heavy, sturdy, anchored
workbench.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing our FB-4
METAL BENDER. Before attempting to
operate your new tool please read these
instructions thoroughly. You will need
these instructions for the safety warnings,
precautions, assembly, operation,
maintenance procedures, parts list and
diagrams. Keep your invoice number
with these instructions. Write the invoice
number on the inside of front cover. Keep
the instructions and invoice in a safe, dry
place for future reference.