FIBER CEMENT SIDING SHEAR 241-0997 Owner’s Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Rating: 120 V, 60 Hz, AC Amperes: 4.8 AMP Speed: 0-2,700 SPM (no load) Maximum cutting thickness: 5/16" (8 mm) Weight: 4 lb 13 oz (2.19 kg) For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free at: 1-866-349-8665 (M–F 9am – 5pm EST) Or email us at: customerservice@powertoolsplus.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….……………………………………………………. Table of contents ……………………………………………………………………... General safety warnings …………………………………………………………….. Eye, ear & lung protection …………………………………………………………… Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Power tool safety ……………………………………………………………………... General safety rules ………………………………………………………………….. Work area ………………………………………………………………….………….. Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Personal safety ………………………………………………………………………..
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS ! WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS EYE, EAR & LUNG PROTECTION – cont’d WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. ! WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
POWER TOOL SAFETY ! WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
POWER TOOL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ! WARNING: Know your siding shear. Do not plug the siding shear into the power source until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury. ! WARNING: Always wear eye protection. Any power tool can throw foreign objects into your eyes and cause permanent eye damage.
EXTENSION CORD SAFETY ! WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so it will not get caught on the workpiece, tools or any other obstructions while you are working with the power tool. Make sure any extension cord used with this tool is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one of heavy enough gauge to carry the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
SYMBOLS ! WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the siding shear. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. V A Hz W kW L kg H N/cm2 Pa OPM Min S or a.c.
KNOW YOUR CEMENT FIBER SIDING SHEAR Cutting blade set Air vents 360° Swivel head Variable speed trigger switch Lock-on button 10 4 mm Hex key
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING ADJUSTING THE 360° SWIVEL HEAD TRIGGER SWITCH & LOCK-ON BUTTON The cutting head can be rotated through 360° to allow the handle to be positioned so it will not interfere with the cutting area. The siding shear has a variable speed trigger switch (1) (Fig. 3). 1. To start the tool at the lowest speed, gently squeeze the trigger switch. To increase the speed, squeeze the trigger switch harder. 2. To stop the tool. Release the trigger switch.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING 1. Place the cutting jaws of the tool at the edge of the workpiece. NOTE: Make sure the cutting jaws are aligned with the cutting mark, allowing for adequate room for the material being cut away. The cut will be at least 1/16" wide. 2. Squeeze the switch trigger and gradually move the cutting blades into the workpiece (Fig. 4). NOTE: The scrap piece that is being removed will normally curl out of the way. 3.
MAINTENENCE REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADES GENERAL ! WARNING: Remove the plug from the power source before removing or installing cutting blades. Use caution when handling the cutting blades, as they are sharp and can cause serious injury. ! WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. The use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. DO NOT use solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
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PARTS LIST ! WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the siding shear. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this siding shear may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician. For more information, call the Toll-free Helpline, at 1-866-349-8665. Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number.
PERFORMAX® FIBER CEMENT SIDING SHEAR WARRANTY 30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This PERFORMAX® brand power tool carries our 30-Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your PERFORMAX® brand power tool for any reason within thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS® retail store, and we will provide you a refund – no questions asked.
