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- Page 1 ® i sburgh COMPACT BENDER 31980 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS & PROJECT IDEAS 2000 Rev 08/00...
- Page 2 Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference. Technical Specifications Tool Name: Compact Bender Item Number: 31980 Dimensions: 10-1/8” W x 39-3/4”H x 35-3/4”L Stand: .325” Steel Mounting Holes: (4) ½”...
- Page 3 Wear protective gloves while welding. Welding causes the metal to become very hot, which can cause burns. Do not touch welded areas until you are certain they have completely cooled. Do not place weld materials where others can touch them, or where they can cause a fire. #31980 Page 3...
- Page 4 Ring Assembly (#10) line up with the corresponding Mounting Spacers (#13). Insert two (2) Mounting Bolts (#16) through the Ring Assembly (#10), Mounting Spacer (#13) and Stand (#11). Tighten on Nuts (#14)-see Figure 1. #31980 Page 4...
- Page 5 Insert stock into the Bender and position it properly. Make the first bend. • Check the angle and direction of the bend. • Make all consequent bends. Adjust the workpiece as needed. Warning: Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts at all times. #31980 Page 5...
- Page 6 Ring Assembly (#10). If the Stop Block is correctly placed you should not have to clamp the workpiece into place. When working with exacting bends, however, it may be helpful to clamp the workpiece into place using vise-grip pliers. #31980 Page 6...
- Page 7 Stop Block (#3) as close to the Long Hitch Pin (#1) at the center position, as possible. Note: To avoid large spaces between the Stop Block, the Center Pin and selected Die, orient the Square Stop Block differently, or if possible, move it one hole closer to center. #31980 Page 7...
- Page 8 Adjustable Stop Loop (#26) or the Stop (#4) will save time and allow for precisely the same bends. Adjust the Stop and Adjustable Stop Loop with a piece of scrap metal prior to using your actual workpiece. This will assure accuracy and aid in obtaining ideal placement of the Stop. #31980 Page 8...
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3/8" x 1-3/8" Mounting Bolt Handle Pin and Hair Clip Adjustable Stop Loop Mounting Spacer 3/8" Nut 3/8" Nut Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts. #31980 Page 9... - Page 10 LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. Assembly Diagram “A” #31980 Page 10...
- Page 11 Assembly Diagram “B” #31980 Page 11...
- Page 12 To make handles using flat stock, the Right Angle Bending Attachment (#7) is used rather than the Square Stop Block (#3). Use a 10" (minimum) length of 3/4" wide x 1" thick hot-rolled flat stock. Step 1) Set the Right Angle Bending Attachment (#7) into place as previously outlined. #31980 Page 12...
- Page 13 Figure 9 Step 4) Insert the flat stock into the Bender so that it extends 1-3/4" beyond the center point. Secure the stock into position against the Square Stop Block (#3) with a clamp or vise grip. #31980 Page 13...
- Page 14 Place the stock into the Bender so that the unthreaded end is extended sufficiently beyond the Square Stop Block (#3) - 1/2” for 3/8" bolts; 5/8" for 1/2" bolts, and 1/4" for 5/8" bolts). Step 5) Move the Outer Handle (#9) until you have obtained a 90 degree bend. #31980 Page 14...
- Page 15 Length Inner Diameter #31980 Page 15...
- Page 16 Bend to 76 ° Step 4) Make a bend at the second chalk mark. Bend to 76 Step 5) Weld the 3-1/2" blank into place about half-way between the legs to finish forming the letter “A”. #31980 Page 16...
- Page 17 °. chalk mark. Bend to 45 °. Step 4) Make a bend at your second chalk mark to 45 Step 5) Take the stock out of the Bender. Insert the second side. Repeat steps 3 and 4. #31980 Page 17...
- Page 18 Make certain that the top and bottom of the “E” are parallel. Step 5) Weld on the 2-1/2" piece at the center of the E. Step 6) Smooth away any sharp edges using a grinder or sanding. #31980 Page 18...
- Page 19 Three blanks are required for this letter: • 6" • 6" • 3-3/4" Step 1) Weld the 3-3/4" blank to the center of each 6" blank. Make certain that both 6" blanks are even with each other. #31980 Page 19...
- Page 20 The Letter “L” One blank is required for this letter: 1st Bend • 10-3/8" long 4-9/16” Step 1) Mark off 4-9/16"” in from one side. ° Step 2) Make a bend to 90 at the first chalk mark. #31980 Page 20...
- Page 21 From the inside mark, measure in another 1-1/4" and mark it off. Step 3) Set the Right Angle Bend Attachment into place. Step 4) Set the stock in the Bender so that the Right Angle Bend Attachment will bend at the ° first chalk mark. Bend to 45 #31980 Page 21...
- Page 22 From the inside mark, measure in another 1-1/4" and mark it off. Step 3) Set the Right Angle Bend Attachment into place. Step 4) Set the stock in the Bender so that the Right Angle Bend Attachment will bend at the first ° chalk mark. Bend to 45 #31980 Page 22...
- Page 23 (#1, 2, 3, and 8). Step 1) Using chalk, mark off 3-5/8" in from each side. Mark off one inch on each side-see Figure above. #31980 Page 23...
- Page 24 The Letter “V” 1st Bend One blank is required for this letter: • 13-1/2" long 6” 6” Step 1) Mark off 6" in from one side. ° Step 2) Make a bend to 75 at the first chalk mark. #31980 Page 24...
- Page 25 . Take out the blank ° and insert the second end. At the mark, make another bend to 50 Step 3) Weld the 4-1/2" pieces to each side of the 7-1/2" piece. The 4-1/2” pieces should be parallel to each other. #31980 Page 25...
- Page 26 Scroll Bending Attachment (SKU #36621) and Twister Attachment (SKU #36620) We have included here the Ornamental Wrought Iron Idea and Design Booklet, which gives you some ideas on projects that can be accomplished using the Scroll Bending Attachment and the Twister Attachment. #31980 Page 26...