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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

ITEM 98580

pistol grip air shear

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Summary of Contents for CENTRALPNEUMATIC 98580

Page 1: ...ents actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged...

Page 2: ...in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire Electric Shock or Injury to Persons WARNING When...

Page 3: ...loss Tool Use and Care 1 Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against the body is unstable and is able to lead to lo...

Page 4: ...air pressure or within the rated air pressure range 2 Never use oxygen carbon dioxide combustible gases or any bottled gas as an air source for the tool Such gases are capable of explosion and seriou...

Page 5: ...valve to allow immediate control over the air supply in an emergency even if a hose is ruptured 5 Use this tool with both hands only Using tools with only one hand can result in loss of control 6 Do...

Page 6: ...e sheet metal Air Inlet 1 4 18 NPT Maximum Speed 1800 SPM Average Air Consumption 4 CFM 90 PSI Recommended Hose Size 3 8 Replacement Blades Item 98948 sold separately Maximum speed at stated maximum a...

Page 7: ...ick coupler will make operation more efficient but are not required WARNING To prevent serious injury from accidental operation Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool Such a coupler contain...

Page 8: ...Hose Connects air to tool B Filter Prevents dirt and condensation from damaging tool or work piece C Regulator Adjusts air pressure to tool D Lubricator optional For air tool lubrication E Coupler an...

Page 9: ...ration reduction E Main Air Line 3 4 minimum recommended Distributes air to branch lines F Ball Valve To drain moisture from system G Branch Air Line 1 2 minimum recommended Brings air to point of use...

Page 10: ...n this manual Improper adjustment can result in tool failure or other serious hazards Work Piece and Work Area Set Up 1 Designate a work area that is clean and well lit The work area must not allow ac...

Page 11: ...full speed 5 Guide the Blades along the marked line of the workpiece 6 If the tool requires more force to accomplish the task verify that the tool receives sufficient unobstructed airflow CFM and incr...

Page 12: ...ular checks and maintenance explained as part of the regular operation of the air operated tool 1 Daily Air Supply Maintenance Every day maintain the air supply according to the component manufacturer...

Page 13: ...assembled and tight 6 Have qualified technician clean and lubricate mechanism Install in line filter in air supply as stated in Setup Air Supply 7 Replace all vanes Housing heats during use 1 Incorre...

Page 14: ...LY The manufacturer and or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a reference tool only Neither the manufacturer or distributor makes any representation or warr...

Page 15: ...cal questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 98580 Safety Operation Maintenance Setup Assembly Diagram 8 6 25 29 27 24 23 22 21 20 19 33 30 35 34 32 31 38 28 36 37 17 16 16 15 14 13 12 10 9 5 7 3 2 1...

Page 16: ...so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take...

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