Sharp.edges.of.sheet.metal.can.easily.
cut.fingers,.hands,.or.other.body.parts.
Always. wear. leather. gloves. when.
handling. sheet. metal,. and. always.
chamfer.and.deburr.the.edges.
Figure.1
. Controls and components—front.
Figure.3
. Controls and components—rear.
Figure.2
. Bending leaf counterweight.
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Model M1118 (For Machines Mfd. Since 09/21)
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Controls.&.Components
Refer to the
Figures.1
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3
and the following descriptions to
become familiar with the basic controls and components
of this machine. Understanding these items and how they
work will help you understand the rest of the manual and
stay safe when operating this machine.
A.. Clamping.Leaf:
Holds and positions clamping fingers.
B.. Clamping.Handle.(1.of.2):
Use to raise and lower
clamping leaf.
C.. Clamping.Finger.(1.of.16):
Holds workpiece in place
while bending block produces bend. Fingers can
be individually removed or repositioned to allow
clearance for workpiece.
D.. Bending.Block:
Pivots with bending leaf to produce
bend in workpiece.
E.. Clamping.Pressure.Adjustment.Rod.(1.of.2):
Move
up or down to set clamping pressure on workpiece
according to workpiece gauge. Lock rod in place
with jam nuts.
F.. Bending.Leaf:
Swivels up to bend workpiece.
G.. Bending.Handle.(1.of.2):
Use to raise bending leaf
and form bend in workpiece.
H.. Counterweight:
Provides leverage for bending thick
workpieces. Can be adjusted or removed.
I.. Setback.Wheel.(1.of.2):
Use to adjust distance
between clamping fingers and bending block. Moves
clamping leaf forward and backward.
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