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ENGLISH
(Original instructions)
Explanation of general view
1
Die
2
Die holder
3
Lock nut
4
Wrench
5
Gauge for cutting stainless:
1.2 mm (3/64”)
6
Gauge for cutting mild steel:
1.6 mm (1/16”)
7
Notch
8
Switch lever
9
Hex wrench
10
Bolts
11
Punch
12
Punch holder
13
Screw
14
From the top view
15
Cutting at an angle to grooves
16
Cutting perpendicular to
grooves
17
From the side view
18 Corrugated or trapezoidal sheet
metal
1
9
Cutting head should be at a
right angle (
9
0°) to cutting sur-
face
20 Limit mark
21 Brush holder cap
22 Screwdriver
SPECIFICATIONS
Model
JN1601
Max. cutting capacities
Steel up to 400 N/mm
2
........................... 1.6 mm/16 ga
Steel up to 600 N/mm
2
........................... 1.2 mm/18 ga
Steel up to 800 N/mm
2
........................... 0.8 mm/22 ga
Aluminum up to 200 N/mm
2
................... 2.5 mm/13 ga
Min. cutting radius
Outside edge ..................................................... 50 mm
Inside edge ........................................................ 45 mm
Strokes per minute (min
-1
) ...................................... 2,200
Overall length ..................................................... 261 mm
Net weight ............................................................. 1.6 kg
Safety class
........................................................
/II
• Due to our continuing program of research and devel-
opment, the specifications herein are subject to change
without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.
• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
ENE037-1
Intended use
The tool is intended for cutting sheet steel and stainless
sheet steel.
ENF002-2
Power supply
The tool should be connected only to a power supply of
the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and can
only be operated on single-phase AC supply. They are
double-insulated in accordance with European Standard
and can, therefore, also be used from sockets without
earth wire.
GEA010-2
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided with this
power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
GEB028-2
NIBBLER SAFETY WARNINGS
1.
Hold the tool firmly.
2.
Secure the workpiece firmly.
3.
Keep hands away from moving parts.
4.
Edges and chips of the workpiece are sharp.
Wear gloves. It is also recommended that you
put on thickly bottomed shoes to prevent injury.
5.
Do not put the tool on the chips of the work-
piece. Otherwise it can cause damage and trou-
ble on the tool.
6.
Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
7.
Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.
8.
Do not touch the punch, die or the workpiece
immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
9.
Avoid cutting electrical wires. It can cause seri-
ous accident by electric shock.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruc-
tion manual may cause serious personal injury.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Charging the die position (Fig. 1)
The die position can be changed 360°. To change it, pro-
ceed as follows.
1.
Loosen the lock nut with the wrench provided.
2.
Pull the die holder slightly and turn it to the desired
position for operation.
3.
Tighten the lock nut to secure the die holder in the
desired position.
There are four positive stops at
9
0° each: 0°,
9
0° left and
right and 180°. To position the die to any of these positive
stops:
1.
Loosen the lock nut with the wrench provided.
2.
Pull the die holder slightly and depress lightly while
turning it to the desired position. The die holder will
lock into one of the positive stop positions as
desired.
3.
Turn the die holder slightly to make sure that it is
positively locked into position.
4.
Tighten the lock nut to secure the die holder.