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Summary of Contents for Sailrite HandyPress
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INSTRUCTIONS Compatibility, Use & Maintenance...
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Table of Contents HandyPress Safety................1 ® Included Parts & Accessories............2 Built-In Storage................... 3 Base Adapter Alignment..............3 Installation & Assembly..............4 General Operation................5 Compatible Dies................. 6-10 Maintenance ................ 11 Replacement Parts ..............11 Recommended Add-Ons Warranty....................12 Liability &...
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• Place your work in a secure, horizontal position. Do not attempt to use the tool with project pieces held at an angle. • Only use accessories that are designed for the HandyPress or that are listed as compatible with the HandyPress.
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Included Parts & Accessories Note: Some parts and accessories come preinstalled on the HandyPress Tool. 5mm L-Type Hex Wrench – 2 HandyPress Wear- 2” (50.8mm) Lag Screws – 4 Handle Bolt – 1 ® Resistant Gasket – 2 HandyPress Thumbscrew for...
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(I) on the lower adapters with the thumbscrew (J) in the tool’s base plate. A groove (K) in the front of the base plate lets you easily lift adapters out with a screwdriver or other small tool. HandyPress Instructions ®...
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1. Use the Installation Template on page 13 and the included 2” Lag Screws to install the HandyPress on a sturdy and level work surface. Note: If the work surface is thinner than 2”, consider using nuts and bolts (not provided).
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Increase the compression (“DOWN”) if a test cut is incomplete. If the cutter sticks in the cutting surface, decrease compression (“UP”). If the cutter is not performing well, check that it isn’t plugged with fabric. HandyPress Instructions ®...
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Compatible Die Examples The HandyPress is compatible with most dies from the following brands: ® Note: This list of compatible dies is not exhaustive. All dies, stamps, cutters and punches are sold separately. Application Application Example of C.S. Osborne Cutting Die Use Example of C.S.
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Coil Insert (G), Washer 19 x 25 x 3mm (H) Bottom: Use 9.53mm (3/8”) Lower Hole and Thumbscrew (C). Adapter (K) and Thumbscrew (C). Note: DOT dies are made to fit tightly; a lubricant may be required. HandyPress Instructions ®...
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Compatible Die Examples (cont.) Application Application Example of Snapmaster Die Use Example of Pres-N-Snap Die Use ® Sailrite & HooVer ® ® ® Top: Use Main Vertical Shaft Inner Diameter (A) Top: Use 9.5mm Post With O-Ring and Thumbscrew (B) with the 9.5mm Upper/Lower Upper Adapter (F).
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Example of ClipsShop Die Use Stimpson ClipsShop ™ ® Top: Use Main Vertical Shaft Inner Diameter To use ClipsShop dies with the HandyPress, (A) and Thumbscrew (B). you must buy the Stimpson 405 Grommet ® Die Adapter set from Binding101.com Bottom: No adapter needed.
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Compatible Die Examples (cont.) Application Application Example of Press Plate & Hole Cutting Die Use Example of Stamping Die Use Clicker Dies (Any Brand): Stamps (Any Brand): Top: Use 75mm Round Upper Press Plate (A). Top: Use Appropriate Hand Press Stamp Adapter With Main Vertical Shaft Inner Bottom: Use Sliding Flat Workbench (B), Cutting Diameter (E) and Thumbscrew (F).
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• Periodically inspect the tool for damage. • Frequently inspect alignment and wear level of parts. Replace components if needed. Replacement Parts (Sold Separately) • HandyPress 75mm Round Upper Press Plate (#126434) ® • HandyPress 5/16"-18 Thread Upper Adapter (#126435) ®...
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The HandyPress is a proprietary product of the manufacturer and is subject to copyright and patent protection. By purchasing this product, you assume all liability resulting from unsafe operation or improper use of the HandyPress. Manufacturer shall not be liable for damage, loss and/or injury resulting from the use of this product under any circumstances.
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The entire tool base must be in contact with the table surface. The front of the tool should NOT hang over the table edge Mount Mount UNLESS using a properly installed HandyPress Rail System (#126351). ® Hole Hole Tool Front...
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