Operation Manual FB-4
KAKA Industrial
®
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NOTICE
There will be a certain amount of “springback”
meaning that you must rotate past your gauge
target then allow it to “spring back” to the final
desired bend angle. This varies widely according
to the particular material and thickness being
worked. Chromoly and high carbon steel will
generally have more “springback” than milder
steels and aluminum. This is one reason that
some “trial and error” must be performed to
explore the properties of the material before
working on a final project piece.
2. To record the location of bend: Set the
position of the Workpiece Stop Gauge #22
so that the point where the bend is to occur
on the workpiece is determined by where
the edge of the workpiece contacts the Stop
Gauge (FIG 4).
Maintenance
NOTE: Maintenance should be performed before
each use.
1.Clean dirt and debris from threaded
drive screw.
2. Check tightness of all hardware.
3. Check operation for binding. Lubricate
moving parts and drive screw periodically
with medium bodied chassis grease.
4. Apply a thin film of light oil or rust-
preventive to all bare steel areas.
5. Store in a clean, dust-free, dry,
dampness free area preferably covered
with plastic sheeting.
NOTE: The 8mm Shear Pin in the joint of the
Drive Bar and Upper link is designed to fail
under excess pressure. If replacing, use a softer
material 8mm pin or mild steel bolt (FIG 4).