JAW GAP ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Bolt cutter jaws are set at the factory. However, it is a good practice to “fine tune”
them prior to each use.
The two screws on the side of one of the handles perform the following:
1.
Hex head screw located on the jaws end of the adjustment link sets the jaws
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gap at their tip end.
Hex screw with washer at the handle end of the adjustment link sets the
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jaws gap at the joint end.
Note 1: Before each adjustment, open the jaws slightly. When closing the jaws,
make sure that the jaw heels do not press against one another.
Correctly set jaws will have a uniform gap along the length of their edges. To
2.
verify the gap, place a sheet of paper between the jaws and fully close them.
They should hold the paper in place.
Note 2: Do not turn the screws more than 1/6th of a turn (one flat of the hex) at a
time.
WARNING
To prevent serious injury:
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles during use.
1.
Never use on live electrical circuits.
2.
Keep fingers clear of sharp blades.
3.
Keep out of children’s reach.
4.
BOlT CUTTERS
ITEM
41147 12”
41148 18”
41149 24”
41150 36”
41151 42”
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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