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Sheet Metal. Tools and Safety. The Product. Any Metal thinner than ¼” Examples: . Safety. Edges and corners of the sheet metal are sharp Never create jagged edges, seams, corners, and notches. Use the correct tool for the cutting and forming processes
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Sheet Metal Tools and Safety
The Product • Any Metal thinner than ¼” • Examples:
Safety • Edges and corners of the sheet metal are sharp • Never create jagged edges, seams, corners, and notches. • Use the correct tool for the cutting and forming processes • Watch how one holds the material when forming • The material bends easily
Hand Tools Aviation Snips TinSnips Hand Seamer Whitney Punch Set Scratch Awl Spot Welder
Safety • Be aware of pinch zones on the tools while using them • The tools are to be used on the sheet metal only • Do not utilize the tools for an improper operation • Hands should be kept clear from any cutting edges • The scratch awl is intended as a marking tool only • Don’t operate the spot welder without insulated gloves
Stationary Tools 3 and 1 Brake Foot Shear
General Machine Safety • DO NOT OVERREACH. Maintain stability and balance at all times. • DO NOT FORCE MACHINERY. The machinery should be used for and on the materials it was designed for
Foot Shear and 3 and 1 Safety • GUARDS. Keep all guards in place and in working order. • HANDS AND FINGERS. Always keep hands and fingers away from the blade and hold-down. • CAPACITY. Never exceed the rated capacity for this foot and 3and 1 shear. • OPERATOR POSITION. Keep all body parts out of the way of all moving parts. Serious pinches and cuts could occur. • PROPER USE. Only use the foot shear for the purpose it was designed. DO NOT cut round stock.
Foot Shear and 3 and 1 Safety (II) • EXTENSION ARMS. Always be aware of the extension arm location when working around the shear to avoid walking into them, causing injury and damage to the tool. • COMFORTABLE CUTTING OPERATIONS. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand or body to fall into a sharp edge or corner. • EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the shear! Contact your instructor
Box and Pan Brake • OVERLOADING PAN AND BOX BRAKE. Overloading this tool can cause injury from flying parts. Do not exceed the capacities specified. • USING TORCHES. Heating metal with a torch while the metal is in the pan and box brake will weaken the fingers. • METAL EDGES. Always chamfer and debursharp sheet metal edges before bending in the pan and box brake. Sharp edges on sheet metal can cut your fingers to the bone. • PINCHING. Lower the fingers when not in use, to prevent pinching hazard.
Box and Pan Brake (II) • GLOVES AND GLASSES. Always wear leather gloves and approved safety glasses when using this tool. • TOOLS IN POOR CONDITION. Inspect the box and pan brake for any cracked linkage, levers, or loose fasteners. Correct any problems before use. • EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, STOP using the tool and contact your instructor. • DON’T TRY AND FIX THE MACHINE YOURSELF.
Foot Shear • GUARDS. Keep all guards in place and in working order. • FOOTING. Never stand on the foot pedal with both feet. Keep one foot on the ground at all times to maintain your balance. Never jump on the foot pedal to make a cut. • HANDS AND FINGERS. Always keep hands and fingers away from the blade and hold-down. • OPERATOR POSITION. Keep all body parts out of the way of all moving parts. Serious pinches and cuts could occur.
Foot Shear (II) • CAPACITY. Never exceed the rated capacity for this foot shear. • PROPER USE. Only use the foot shear for the purpose it was designed. DO NOT cut round stock. • EXTENSION ARMS. Always be aware of the extension arm location when working around the shear to avoid walking into them, causing injury and damage to the tool.
Foot Shear (III) • COMFORTABLE CUTTING OPERATIONS. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand or body to fall into a sharp edge or corner. • BLADE ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE. Always keep blades properly adjusted and sharp. • EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, STOP using the tool and contact your instructor. • DON’T TRY AND FIX THE MACHINE YOURSELF.