Woodstock SHOP FOX M1044 Owner's Manual

Woodstock SHOP FOX M1044 Owner's Manual

52" foot shear

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MODEL M1044
52" FOOT SHEAR
OWNER'S MANUAL
Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz
COPYRIGHT © MARCH, 2006 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT
THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Printed in China
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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz COPYRIGHT © MARCH, 2006 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
  • Page 2 ����������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������ ����������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������� ������� �������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������� �� ���������������������������� �� ������������������������������������������������������������������ �� ���������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������������������������ �������������������������������������������������������������������� ��������������������������������������������������������������������� ��������������������������...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION ....................2 Woodstock Technical Support ................2 About Your New 52" Foot Shear ................. 2 Specifications ....................2 SAFETY ......................4 Standard Safety Instructions ................4 Additional Safety Instructions for Foot Shears ............6 SET UP ......................7 Unpacking ....................7 Inventory ....................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    We stand behind our machines! In the event that questions arise about your machine, parts are miss- ing, or a defect is found, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot prob- lems and send out parts for warranty claims.
  • Page 5 M1044 52" Foot Shear M1044 Controls and Features A. Foot Pedal B. Front Extension Arms C. Front Stop D. Pressure Plate E. Bevel Gauge F. Scale G. Rear Extension Arms H. Rear Adjustment Blocks Table...
  • Page 6: Safety

    M1044 52" Foot Shear SAFETY READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 7 M1044 52" Foot Shear 10. NEVER LEAVE WHEN MACHINE IS RUNNING. Turn power off and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop before leaving machine unattended. 11. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. DO NOT use machinery in damp, wet locations, or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist.
  • Page 8: Additional Safety Instructions For Foot Shears

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Additional Safety Instructions for Foot Shears READ and understand this USE this and other machinery with caution entire instruction manual and respect. Always consider safety first, before using this machine. as it applies to your individual working Serious personal injury conditions.
  • Page 9: Set Up

    SHOP FOX Model M1044 has been carefully pack- ® of this manual and contact Woodstock aged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has International, Inc. at (360) 734-3482 or at been damaged, please contact your authorized SHOP tech-support@shopfox.biz...
  • Page 10: Machine Placement

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Machine Placement Cleaning Machine • Floor Load: This machine distributes a The table and other unpainted parts of your heavy load in a small footprint. Some floors foot shear are coated with a waxy grease that may require additional bracing to support protects them from corrosion during shipment.
  • Page 11: Lifting Shear

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Lifting Shear A forklift or other mechanical device will be needed to lift the 1040 lb. shear off of the pallet. Have a helper nearby to assist. Lift the foot shear as shown in Figure 2. Mounting to Shop Floor We recommend that you mount your new foot shear to the floor for safety and to offer the best performance.
  • Page 12: Foot Pedal

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Foot Pedal You will need the help of an assistant for this step. To install the foot pedal as shown in Figure 5, do these OFF Button steps: 1. Loosen the set screws that hold the hinge pins in place and slide them outward.
  • Page 13: Rear Extension Arms

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Rear Extension Arms To install the rear extension arms as shown in Figure 7 do these steps: 1. Slide the rear extension arms into the sockets on the back of the table with the scales face up. 2.
  • Page 14: Blade Adjustment

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Blade Adjustment The blade adjustment has been made at the factory before shipment. A few test cuts will determine if this adjustment is satisfactory for your needs. If it is, you are ready to start using your foot shear. However, you may find it necessary to check the blade adjustment before continuing.
  • Page 15: Adjusting Blade Bow

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Adjusting Blade Bow The blade bow of the moving blade is adjusted by loos- ening or tightening the bow bolt at the center of the straightening rod (see Figure 11). Observe the change in the gap when the moving blade is just below the top of the fixed blade.
  • Page 16: Operations

    M1044 52" Foot Shear OPERATIONS General The Model M1044 will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these operations can be dangerous or if performed incorrectly. The instructions in this section are written with the understanding that the operator has the necessary knowl- edge and skills to operate this machine.
  • Page 17: Shearing Tips

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Shearing Tips NOTICE 16 GA. 18 GA. 20 GA. Mild Steel 0.060" 0.048" 0.036" DO NOT cut wire or cable on this foot shear. DO NOT Stainless 0.031" exceed the rated capacity for sheet metal. Damage to the blades or other parts will occur! Cold Rolled 0.048"...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    M1044 52" Foot Shear MAINTENANCE Blade Care The blades can be removed by removing the eight hex bolts that attach the blades to the castings (see Figure 15). The moving blade has two cutting edges on it that are ground with a 2° edge relief. Reverse the blade to expose the new cutting edge as soon as one edge is dull.
  • Page 19: Service

    This section covers the most common service adjustments or procedures that may need to be made dur- ing the life of your machine. If you require additional machine service not included in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz.
  • Page 20: Parts

    M1044 52" Foot Shear PARTS -18-...
  • Page 21: Parts List

    MUST maintain the original location and readability of all labels on this machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before allowing the machine to enter service again. Contact Woodstock International, Inc. at (360) 734-3482 or www. shopfoxtools.com to order new labels.
  • Page 22 ® with the provisions of any law or acts. In no event shall Woodstock International, Inc.'s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product, and any legal actions brought against Woodstock International, Inc. shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
  • Page 23: Warranty Registration

    M1044 52" Foot Shear Warranty Registration Name ___________________________________________________________________________________ Street __________________________________________________________________________________ City _________________________ State ___________________________Zip ________________________ Phone # ______________________ Email __________________________Invoice # ___________________ Model #_________Serial #______________Dealer Name__________________Purchase Date___________ The following information is given on a voluntary basis. It will be used for marketing purposes to help us develop better products and services.
  • Page 24 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE Place Stamp Here WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC. P.O. BOX 2309 BELLINGHAM, WA 98227-2309 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE TAPE ALONG EDGES--PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE...

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