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6.3 RECTANGLE NOTCHER OPERATION
6.3A RECT. NOTCHER BLADE ADJ. & REPLACEMENT
SEE FIGURE 17 ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE.
1.
Place the selector switch in the NOTCH position and allow machine to retract to the end of the
stroke. TURN THE MACHINE’S POWER OFF!
2.
Raise the notcher guard (1) to its up position.
3.
Remove the notcher table (2).
4.
Remove the bolts (5) holding the lower blade holder (8) and remove it.
5.
The lower blades (6 & 7) can now be replaced or rotated, to expose a new cutting edge.
6.
Remove the top blade (3). The top blade cannot be rotated and must be replaced, if damaged.
Before installing a new top blade, check the arm for possible wear. If there is no wear, install the
new blade on the arm.
7.
Place the disconnect switch in the ON position and both selector switches in the START position.
Power the machine.
8.
Place the selector switch in the NOTCH position. Jog the arm down to a point where the top
blade (3) is parallel with the bolster. TURN THE MACHINE’S POWER OFF.
9.
Replace the lower blade holder (8) with the blades (6 & 7) installed. Start the mounting bolts (5).
DO NOT TIGHTEN.
This tool is operated with the SHEAR/NOTCH selector switch in the NOTCH position.
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CAUTION: WHEN THE NOTCHER STATION IS NOT IN USE, BE SURE THAT THE
GUARD IS IN THE CLOSED POSITION, TO PREVENT ANYONE FROM STORING
TOOLS OR MATERIAL ON THE TABLE OR IN THE BLADE CAVITY.
Rectangular Notching applications up to 3" x 5-3/4" x 1/2" (76 x 146 x 12mm) and a
90 Degree vee notch of 3" x 3" x 1/2" (76 x 76 x 12mm) are the maximum capacities of the Notcher.
TO OPERATE THE NOTCHER, USE THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
1.
Raise the guard.
2.
Place the workpiece between the blades. Cycle the machine until the blades have sheared
completely through the material. Continue to hold your foot on the pedal while you remove the
material toward you on a horizontal plane.
3.
Once the material is away from the blades, remove your foot from the pedal. The machine will
return to a neutral position, ready for the next cut. Lubricate the blades every 10 to 15 cuts.
