Eastwood 28135 Instructions Manual page 8

USE OF THE SQUARE STOP BLOCK
The Square Stop Block [M] is identified as such because it is designed to stop the workpiece from turning
while it is being bent and "stopping" any movement of the workpiece (Fig 6).
When bending the workpiece, place the Square Stop Block [M] over one of the holes the Ring/Die
Receiver [B]. Some testing will need to be done to determine the best placement of the Square Stop Block
[M]. It will need to be placed over the appropriate hole that works with the desired bend and Die in use.
• There are four key positions to place the Square Stop Block [M] in while bending. The four
positions (as seen from looking down on the top of the Square Stop Block [M] are identified in
these instructions by a letter; A, B, C or D (Fig 7).
NOTE: Always position the Square Stop Block [M] so that it's hole is oriented to the right side. Even
though another side of the Square Stop Block may actually face the work piece. If the hole is oriented left
instead of right, this will result in the Square Stop Block turning which will cause the workpiece to move.
• Set the appropriate Die into place on the Handle/Die Receiver [E] between the upper and lower blades
of the "U". Secure the Die in place by inserting the shorter, 15mm x 95mm Short Hitch Pin [H] through
the Handle/Die Receiver [E] and the Square Stop Block [M]. The Square Stop Block is held in place
against the workpiece (Fig 9).
• Set the workpiece into position. With the Handle [E] in the starting position, set the Square Stop Block
[M] as close to the longer 15mm x 120mm Hitch Pin [G] at the center pivot position, as possible.
NOTE: To avoid large spaces between the Square Stop Block, the 15mm x 120mm Long Hitch Pin acting
as center pivot pin and the selected Die, orient the Square Stop Block differently, or if possible, move it
one hole closer to the center pivot point.
USE OF THE RIGHT ANGLE BENDING ATTACHMENT
It is best to use the Right Angle Bending Attachment [N] instead of the Square Stop Block [M] when making a
right angle or sharp bend in the workpiece (Fig 8).
The Right Angle Bending Attachment [N] fits on the Metal Bender only one way.
• Install the Support Pin [L] under the Right Angle Bending Attachment. This will raise it up so that it
sits above the Ring Assembly/Die Receiver [B] (Fig 9).
• Set the Support Pin [L] into the 3rd hole on the Ring Assembly/Die Receiver [B]. Line up the
hole in the top of the Right Angle Bending Attachment [N] with the hole in the Ring Assembly/Die
Receiver [B] (Fig 9). Insert a longer, 15mm x 120mm Long Hitch Pin [G] in the 2nd hole of the
Ring Assembly/Die Receiver [B] to secure the Right Angle Bending Attachment [N] in place.
NOTE: The workpiece will not need to be clamped when using the Right Angle Bending Attachment.
• Mark the workpiece at the desired points to make a bend. Align the workpiece so that the Right
Angle Bending Attachment [N] hits directly at the midpoint of your mark.
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FIG. 6
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FIG. 7
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C
FIG. 8
Right-Angle-Bend
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N.
FIG. 9
N.
Right-Angle-Bend
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L.
B
D
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