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POWER CHISEL OWNER’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL Original instructions provided by Arbortech Industries Thank you for purchasing an Arbortech Product. Your Arbortech Power Chisel has been designed & manufactured to provide you with the highest satisfaction in performance, durability and safe operation. Double...
Please read this manual carefully to ensure your safety and correct operation and care of the machine. If you are using the Power Chisel correctly, it will provide you with years of reliable service and save you time and money.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. The Arbortech Power Chisel is designed and built to meet and exceed Australian and International Safety Standards. Use only Arbortech approved or other qualified service centres for the serv- icing and/or repair of this tool.
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PCH.PK.BOOK-300-MANUAL-USA_200616.qxp_Layout 1 21/06/2016 1:54 pm Page 4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY • Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. •...
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PCH.PK.BOOK-300-MANUAL-USA_200616.qxp_Layout 1 21/06/2016 1:54 pm Page 5 • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
Inspect to ensure that no damage has occurred during shipping. If damaged, report to the retailer immediately. 2. The Power Chisel is packaged with two acces- Fig.1 sory chisels. Remove a chisel from the box, wipe off the sticky coating and insert into the exten- sion arm as shown in fig:1.
The chisel shaft becomes very hot dur- ing prolonged use. Only handle chisels by the chisel blade. Use Arbortech Machine Oil to regularly lubricate • the cam. Squeeze a drop into the lubrication port every 15 minutes of operation. Arbortech Machine Oil is specifically designed for high pressure and temperature applications.
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WARNING: Always wear correct safety clothing, including ear, eye and lung protection. • When removing bulk wood the Power Chisel should be used with two hands, Arbortech recommend placing the left hand holding the chisel arm and the right hand holding the tool body in control of the switch.
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PCH.PK.BOOK-300-MANUAL-USA_200616.qxp_Layout 1 21/06/2016 1:54 pm Page 10 9 OPERATION For detailed carving the Power Chisel can be held as shown in fig. 9 & 10. • Do not force the tool into the wood at steep angles. • Do not use the chisels as a lever to break out wood.
PCH.PK.BOOK-300-MANUAL-USA_200616.qxp_Layout 1 21/06/2016 1:54 pm Page 11 MAINTENANCE 10 WARNING: Ensure that the Power Chisel extension arm is always mounted securely. If loose, ensure that all screws are securely fitted. • Checking bushes & springs: Unplug the Power Chisel. Remove the top cover.
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NOTE: When cleaning always wear eye protec- tion. • Replace top cover using the original screws. • Ensure that the Power Chisel extension arm is Fig.14 always fitted securely to the mounting plate. If loose, tighten the 4 screws that hold the Power Chisel to the mounting plate on the tool body.
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PCH.PK.BOOK-300-MANUAL-USA_200616.qxp_Layout 1 21/06/2016 1:54 pm Page 13 MAINTENANCE 12 Cleaning the grills and switch First, unplug the power chisel. Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign matter has entered the grills positioned on the front and back of the motor or under the switch (as shown in fig.16).
Mini TURBO The Arbortech Mini TURBOTM Kit is a revolution in wood sculpting. It can be used either directly on the Arbortech Mini GrinderTM or fitted to an angle grinder using the supplied extension adapter.
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PCH.PK.BOOK-300-MANUAL-USA_200616.qxp_Layout 1 21/06/2016 1:54 pm Page 15 OTHER PRODUCTS 14 Product Features Contour Random The Arbortech Contour Random Sander Sander is a revolutionary tool for sanding deep profiles, contours and detail work. It is designed to be used directly on any standard 100mm (4”) or 115mm (4...
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NOTE: Motor may differ from that shown on box depending on specifications required for your country. ARBORTECH PTY LTD • 67 WESTCHESTER ROAD • MALAGA • 6090 PERTH • WESTERN AUSTRALIA TEL: 08 9249 1944 • FAX: 08 9249 2936 U.S.A.
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