Operating the FSC
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34.
Using the Production Stops
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Note: Always use the Silver Stop Levers Fingers with the Blade Holders, and the
Red Stop Levers Fingers with the Wheel Holders.
1.
Unscrew the black Locking Knob.
2.
Slide the Production Stops to the desired location.
3.
Tighten the Locking Knob to secure the position.
4.
Set the Silver Lever Fingers to the desired position. Flip up the Silver Fingers after setting
to position the material for use with the Wheel Holders.
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Tip: If the Production Stop does not slide on easily, loosen the black Knob slightly.
35.
Making a Cut or Score Line with the FSC
Please refer to “Using Cutting Tools and Substrates,” beginning on page 14 for specific
information on the substrate you are cutting.
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Note: All cutting and scoring is done with a downward stroke.
A. Creating a Cut Line
1. Grasp the handle of the Cutting Head.
2. Depress the Thumb Lever to raise the “Knife” Blade.
3. Pull the Cutting Head up above your material.
4.
Position the Blade on top of the substrate, release the Thumb Lever, and pull down in a
continuous movement until the Cutting Head is returned to its resting position.
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Note: Some materials may require a slower downward motion. Please consult
“Cutting Techniques for Various Substrates” on page 16.
B. Using a Blade to Create a Score Line
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Note: For harder substrates, follow the instructions for “Scoring Fracture-
Sensitive Material,” Section 28.-A. on page 19 or “Proper Glass Scoring
and Breaking Techniques” Section 30 on page 20.
1. Grasp the handle of the Cutting Head.
2. Depress the Thumb Lever to raise the Blade.
3. Position the Blade so it is resting on top of the material.
4. Ease up on the Thumb Lever, but do not release it all the way. This allows the Blade to be
in contact with the material, but not to completely cut through.
5. Pull down in a continuous movement until the Cutting Head is returned to its resting position.
