Performax 241-0994 Owner's Manual

18ga metal shear

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

120 V, 60 Hz, AC

4.0 AMP

0-2,500 SPM (no load)

Steel - 1.2 mm (18 ga)

Stainless Steel – 0.9 mm (20 ga)

Aluminum – 2 mm (14 ga)

4 lb 15 oz (1.77 kg)

18GA METAL SHEAR

Owner's Manual

241-0994

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Page 1: Product Specifications
18GA METAL SHEAR 241-0994 Owner’s Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Rating: 120 V, 60 Hz, AC Amperes: 4.0 AMP Speed: 0-2,500 SPM (no load) Minimum cutting radius: 1" Maximum cutting capacity: Steel - 1.2 mm (18 ga) Stainless Steel – 0.9 mm (20 ga) Aluminum –...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….……………………………………………………. Table of contents ……………………………………………………………………... General safety warnings …………………………………………………………….. 3–4 Eye, ear & lung protection …………………………………………………………… 3–4 Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Power tool safety ……………………………………………………………………... 5–6 General safety rules ………………………………………………………………….. Work area ………………………………………………………………….………….. Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Personal safety ………………………………………………………………………..
Page 3: General Safety Warnings
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
Page 4: Electrical Safety
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS EYE, EAR & LUNG PROTECTION – cont’d WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
Page 5: Power Tool Safety
POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNING: Read all safety warnings and When operating a power tool outdoors, use all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. and instructions may result in electric shock, fire Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces and/or serious injury.
Page 6: Power Tool Use And Care
POWER TOOL SAFETY Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing edges are less likely to bind and are easier to or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and control.
Page 7: Specific Safety Rules
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING: Always remove the plug from the power source Know your metal shear. Do before adjusting or changing the blades and not plug the metal shear into the power then rotating the swivel head. source until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual.
Page 8: Extension Cord Safety
EXTENSION CORD SAFETY WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so it will not get caught on the workpiece, tools or any other obstructions while you are working with the power tool. Make sure any extension cord used with this tool is in good condition.
Page 9: Symbols
SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the metal shear. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. Volts Direct current Amperes No load speed Hertz Alternating or direct...
Page 10: Know Your Metal Shear
KNOW YOUR METAL SHEAR Cutting blade LED work light LED work light Air vents button Blade cover 360° Swivel head Variable speed trigger switch Lock-on button 4 mm Hex key...
Page 11: Assembly And Operating
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING ADJUSTING THE 360° SWIVEL HEAD LED WORK LIGHT The cutting head can be rotated through 360° to To turn the LED work light ON, press the LED allow the handle to be positioned so it will not work light button (1) once (Fig.
Page 12: Cutting
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING TRIGGER SWITCH & LOCK-ON BUTTON – Place the cutting jaws of the tool at the cont’d edge of the workpiece. NOTE: Make sure the cutting jaws are aligned with the cutting mark, allowing for adequate room for the material being cut away.
Page 13: Maintenance
MAINTENENCE REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADES GENERAL WARNING: WARNING: Remove the plug from the When servicing, use only power source before removing or installing identical replacement parts. The use of any cutting blades. Use caution when handling the other part may create a hazard or cause cutting blades, as they are sharp and can cause product damage.
Page 14: Exploded View
EXPLODED VIEW...
Page 15: Parts List
PARTS LIST WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the metal shear. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this metal shear may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
Page 16 PARTS LIST Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 2030020272 Washer II 4010020037 Needle bearing 2040310032 Bearing washer 2040290076 Nut shaft 4030010112 Screw ST3.9X39 3190060009 Washer 2040160168 Pin 3X25 2020020037 Gear box support 1190030033 Cable 3140010037 Cable plug 1130060014 1061020006 Switch 4010010035 Bearing...
Page 17: Warranty
® back to your nearest MENARDS® retail store. At its discretion, PERFORMAX agrees to have the tool or any defective part(s) repaired or replaced with the ®...