ATD Tools ATD-6561 User Manual

ATD-6561

18” MASKING MACHINE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SPECIFICA TIONS:

Construction: Sheet Metal
Overall Dimensions: L: 24” x W: 26-3/4” x H: 36”
Capacity: 2 Rolls of Paper

4 Rolls of Tape
Wheels: 1-1/2” x 8” Plastic
Net Weight: 21.5lb

PRODUCT FEATURES

• This cart provides a convenient, movable storage and work unit for masking paper and

tape.

• Hold two rolls of paper and 4 rolls of tape for convenient dispensing of masking

materials.

• Strong steel construction promises long service life

• Sturdy plastic wheels aid mobility, built-in trays and towel rack offer convenient features.

• Large tray stores extra rolls of tape, cleaning towels, cleaner and other materials.

• Small tray conveniently holds trimming knives and other tools.

• Towel rack holds and stores wiping towel.

USING THIS PRODUCT

This masking station will hold two rolls of maskin g paper, with two rolls of tape for each roll.
By aligning the tape with the edge of the paper, and threading the materials through each
cutter blade, it is possible to dispense and cut off a pre-assembled section of masking
paper with tape along two edges. This makes it very conv enient to mask vehicles and other
equipment prior to painting or other treatment.

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and cautions, assembly instructions,
operating procedures, maintenance procedures, trouble shooting, part list, and diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep both this manual and your invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.

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WARNING
Do not overload this masking station; Ke ep the weight load of material stored o n this
station balanced to prevent tipping. Use caution in working with the cutter blades,
they are very sharp.

NOTICE
The warnings and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.

SAFETY WARNING & CAUTIONS:

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries. Do not use tools in damp,

wet or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let

them handle machines, tools, or equipment.

3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry location

to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

4. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for

which it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed
the tool’s capacities.

5. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not use a tool for a purpose for which it

was not intended.

6. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can be caught in

moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended. Wear restrictive hair covering to
contain long hair. Always wear appropriate work clothing.

7. DO NOT OVER REACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach

over or across running machines.

8. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools maintained and clean for better and safer

performance.

SPECIAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THIS MASKING STATION

1. Wear appropriate work gloves and safety shoes when handling this cart and heavy

items.

2. Be careful when handling or storing sharp tools, knives, cleaners and solvents. Each of

these presents their own hazards. Check with the manufacturer’s warnings and
instructions when using these tools and materials.

3. Keep the weight load evenly balanced on the masking station. Excessively heavy loads

on the top or one side of the station may create instability, with danger of the cart
toppling over and possibly injuring a person or causing property damage.

4. Do not use solvents or flammable materials to clean this station. A mild detergent in

water will be sufficient. Solvents may damage the bins and the paint; and possibly
create fire hazard.

5. Be careful to avoid cutting yourself on the cutter blades, or on the edges of the paper or

tape you will be working with.

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ASSEMBLY

You will need an assortment of small hand tools to complete assembly of this Masking
Station.

1. Find a suitable assembly area, and arr ange the p art s for the maski ng st ation where they

can easily worked with.

2. Insert one Front Frame (07) into one Rear Frame (05) as shown in Figure 1. Insert the

swaged end of the Front Frame into the curved portion of the Rear Frame near the
handle. Be sure the lock buttons on the front frames fit into the holes in the rear frames.

3. Assemble the Large Bottom Tray (03) between the two frame assemblies. Attach using

two screws, four washers and two nuts per side.

4. Insert the Axle (01) through the bottom holes in the Rear Frames, as shown in Figure 2.

Snap on one C-clip per side into the groove just outside eac h rear frame.

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5. Assemble the wheels. Slide one Wheel (02) and one Axle Nut per side as in Figure 3.

Tighten the nuts.

6. Remove the Wing Bolts and Washers from each Spring Bar Assembly. Slide 2 sets of

Paper Roll components onto each Spring Bar, as shown in the detail photo on page 10.

7. Place a Spring Bar Assembly between the upper-most holes in the Frame Assemblies.

Insert the Wing Bolts and Washers through the holes in the Frame Assemblies and into
the Spring Bar assembly as shown in th e detail photo below.

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