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Cutting Tips
•
Never attempt to cut any workpiece narrower
than
⁄
". The workpiece must be long enough
1
2
to be engaged by the hold-down/blade guard.
•
Keep the upper blade properly adjusted to
the lower blade (refer to Adjusting Blade
Gap on Page 26 for detailed instructions).
This will help ensure good cutting results and
avoid blade damage.
•
Before each operation, clean cut-offs or
debris away from the shear.
•
Use the foot pedal to engage the hold-down/
blade guard with the workpiece, then pause
to check the workpiece position. If workpiece
position is correct, continue lowering the foot
pedal to complete the cut.
•
The shearing action of the blades works
similarly to a pair of scissors (see illustra-
tion in Figure 18). Use even pressure on the
foot pedal throughout entire cut to produce a
straight, even cut.
Shearing Action
Lower Blade
Figure 18. Blade shearing action.
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Adjusting Rear
Work Stop
The rear work stop is used for making repetitive
cuts of the same length. The micro-adjustment
assemblies allow for precise positioning of the
work stop.
To adjust rear work stop:
1.
Loosen (2) rear work stop lock knobs and (2)
micro-adjustment lock knobs (see Figure 19).
Micro-Adjustment
Knob
Micro-Adjustment
Lock Knob
Figure 19. Location of rear stop work lock knob
and micro-adjustment lock knob.
2.
Slide rear work stop evenly along rear work
stop support rods so work stop leading edge
is at approximate desired distance from cut-
ting edges of blades.
Note: Use scales on top of support rods for
approximate positioning. Use fine ruler or
tape measure for more precise positioning.
3.
Tighten (2) rear work stop lock knobs.
4.
Use micro-adjustment knob on each assem-
bly to adjust work stop in small, precise
amounts until they are exactly where needed
(see Figure 19).
Note: Move work stop evenly on both sides
to keep it parallel with blades.
5.
Tighten micro-adjustment lock knobs to
secure rear work stop position.
Model T32957 (Mfd. Since 09/21)
Rear Work
Stop
Lock Knob
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