Electric Metal Cutting Shear Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The Ironton Electric Metal Cutting Shear is a powerful tool with a 3.5 Amp and 120V motor. It smoothly cuts sheet metal, aluminum, and plastic up to 14 gauge. It cuts a radius as small as 1 ½ inches and has a 1700 SPM cutting speed. Technical Specifications Property Motor Amperage Speed Specification 110V / 60Hz 3.5A 1700 SPM Important Safety Information ⚠WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or property damage.
children to handle the product. Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury and/or property damage if contacted. ⚠WARNING PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure than the tool itself. Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the guards in place. Do not leave the tool running unattended.
Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two-Prong Plugs Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Figure B.) Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following illustration.
When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix W-A (W in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
Lubricating the Metal Shear 1. Make sure that the power switch is in the OFF position and plug in the metal shear. 2. Turn on the metal shear and run for one minute. 3. Turn off the metal shear and unplug from the outlet. 4. Place 3-4 drops of light machine oil in the oil port. 5. Turn the metal shear on its side and place 1-2 drops of light machine oil above the upper blade. Note: Make a few practice cuts on scrap material before cutting your workpiece.
Adjusting the Cutting Blades 1. Using a probe through the motor vents in the side of the cover, turn the fan until the cutting blades are open to the maximum amount. You can measure the gap between the blades using an automotive feeler gauge (not included). 2. To determine the best spacing, use the following formula: Distance in mm (L) =0.2x thickness of steel plate in mm. This is the same as the gap being equal to the material thickness divided by 5.
After Each Use ⚠WARNING Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. Do not touch the metal shear right after use. Replacing the Blades 1. Remove the screw and washer (6, 5, 4) holding the upper shear blade (reference area 12) and remove it as shown in the image below, using the included hex key. 2. Remove the screw and washer (6, 5, 4) holding the lower shear blade (reference area 2) and remove it as in image below. 3.
Maintenance ⚠WARNING Maintain and clean tools. Properly maintained tools are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged metal shear. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Maintain the shear by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures. It is recommended that the general condition of any tool be examined before it is used. Keep your tool in good repair.
Parts Diagram Page 13 of 17
Parts List Reference 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 Part Description Socket Head Screw Spring Pin M4x30 Tool Rest Socket Head Screw M6x16 Spring Washer 6 Plain Washer 6 Lock Nut M5 Adjusting Flat Head Screw M5x16 Lower Shear Blade (fixed) Shaft Sleeve Lock Screw M4x12 Nut M4 Socket Head Screw M6X13 Upper Shear Blade Arbor Straight Pins Connecting Bar Socket Head Screw M5X50 Spring Washer 4 Ge
Reference 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 Part Description Screw ST3.9X9.5 Power Switch Switch Holder Strain Relief Cord Holder Cover Power Cord Quantity 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only (''You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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