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BENDER OPERATION
• Select the Die size to produce the
desired bend radius and slip it
down over the Center Pin.
NOTE:
The Center Pin may be
used without a Die to create a
3/16” radius bend
(FIG 1)
.
• Attach the Forming Handle
[B]
by
sliding the hole in the end over the
Center Pin
(FIG 2)
.
• Place material to be formed
between the Stop Pin and the
Die
(FIG 2)
.
• Begin to apply pressure with the
Drive Pin of the Forming Handle
[B]
to the side of the material in
the direction of the bend
(FIG 3)
.
• Continue to create the desired
bend. Use a protractor (not
included) to measure the
planned angle.
• As the desired bend is achieved,
check shape and angle and adjust
if needed
(FIGS 3, 4)
.
• Re-position or remove and switch
position of workpiece to make
additional bends
(FIG 5)
.
NOTE:
At this point, the basic operat-
ing instructions have been described
and practice using the Eastwood Rod
Forming Tool, on scrap material, is highly
recommended. As with many metal
working tools, a period of “trial and
error” is needed to achieve a degree of
proficiency in their use. Remember, a
little time and material used at this step
will avoid disappointing results on an
actual project.
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
FIG. 5
Push Handle
✓
Drive
Pin
