Draco 1216 Operating Instructions

Intended use.

This power tool is intended: for commercial applications in industry and trade, for cutting sheet-metal (the maximum cutting thicknesses
of the material are indicated in the Specifications), for use with dies and punches, which are indicated in these operating instructions or
recommended by DRÄCO.

Operating the power tool.

To ensure that the die and punch have a long service life, apply cutting paste or oil along the cutting path (on sheet steel), or petroleum
(on aluminium sheet).

Switching ON/OFF (1)

First check that the cable and plug are not damaged.
Switching the power tool ON:
Slide switch (1) forward (I)
Switching the power tool OFF:
Slide switch (1) backwards (0).

Adjusting the cutting direction (3)

Loosen the union nut (7a) by approx. 3 revolutions.
Pull the die holder downwards.
Rotate the die holder in the cutting direction, push up and notch it
into the groove.
Tighten the union nut.

Changing the punch (5)

Risk of injury by switching the tool ON unintentionally. Before
changing the tool, pull out the mains plug.
Do not regrind the punch and dies. If increased feed is required to
guide the power tool or if no-load strokes or excessive burr formation
occur, the cutting tools are blunt.
For an optimum cut, change the die and punch at the same time!
Loosen the union nut. (7a)
Remove the die holder.
Change the punch.
Re-fit the die holder again.
Tighten the union nut.

Changing the die (6)

Risk of injury by switching the tool ON unintentionally.
Before changing the tool, pull out the mains plug. For an optimum cut,
change the die and the punch at the same time.
Unscrew the screw (a).
Press out and change the die.
Tighten the screw (a).

Assembling the profile set (7)

Risk of injury by switching the tool ON unintentionally.
Before changing the tool, pull out the mains plug.
Ideal for treating deep-profiled trapezoidal sheets.
Loosen the union nut (7a) and remove die holder and punch.
Pull the punch extension upwards a little out of the profile set and
insert it from the side into the groove.
Mount the profile set.
Tighten the union nut (7a).
For changing the punch pull it out completely, together with the punch
extension.
Attention! Put in the die in from the side (Die groove has to
match the groove at the wear plate).
Operating Instructions for Electric Nibbler 1216
To avoid any disturbance please read the following instructions:
For your safety:
1
1
Safe operation of this machine is possible only when the
operating instructions and the safety precautions are read
completely and the instructions contained therein are strictly
observed.
2
The machine must not be used when damp and must not be
operated in a wet environment.
3
Always inspect cable and plug before using machine. Only have
damage repaired by a qualified professional. Put the plug into the
mains socket only when the machine is switched off.
4+5
Always wears protective goggles, protective gloves and heavy-
Description of the
duty shoes when working.
accessories:
A Punch.
B Die.
C Set (punch and die).
D Die holder for sheet with
trapezoidal
Risk of injury: By switching the tool ON unintentionally. Before cleaning, pull out the mains plug. Carry out the
corrugations and
following once a week, or more often if the power tool is used more frequently: Clean the venting openings.
corrugated sheet.
Blow out the motor space from outside with dry compressed air.
E Die holder for profiled
and corrugated
sheet.

Technical Data:

F Profile Set 160.
DRÄCO Corrugated Nibbler
G Punch for Profile Set. Die
H for Profile Set.
max. cutting capacity
I Wear plate for Profile Set.
steel
J Profile Set with set
consisting of punch,
stainless steel
die, wear plate, 4 Torx
non ferro
screws and
depth of profiles max.
1 screwdriver.
L Metal Box
tightest radius
(410 x 190 x 90 mm).
working speed
stokes
motor capacity
weight
2 3 4
Do not carry the machine by the cable.
Always remove the plug from the power supply socket before
carrying out any work on the machine, when interrupting work
and when not using the machine.
Always place the cable to the rear away from the machine.
Apply the machine to the sheet metal only when switched on.
Always provide for secure footing when working.
Firmly clamp the work piece if it dose not remain stationary
from its own weight.
The knife should not rub on the jaws: Possible danger of
cutting tool breakage.
Do not exceed the maximum allowable material thickness
especially when cutting over doublers, folded joints or welded
seams.
For further notes on safety refer to enclosed sheet
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Art.no. 61207 spare parts
400 N/mm² mm 1,6 punch + die set
600 N/mm² mm 1,0 punch
250 N/mm² mm die
2,5
mm 85/160
mm 35 optional accessories
m/min 1,9 profile set 160 mm
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min metal-box
1 1500
Watt 350 nibbling oil (bottle 1,0 L)
kg 1,8 nibbling oil (spray 0,5 L)
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5
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12160002
12160003
12160005
18000
Profile set
160 mm
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