Draper Tools 31985 Instructions

Original Instructions

Version 2 – February 2023

PLASTIC

HOSE AND
PIPE CUTTER

31985

1. Scope

This product is designed for cutting thick- and
thin-walled plastic tubes and moulding of up to

3

35mm (1

Any other application beyond the conditions
established for use will be considered misuse.
Draper Tools accepts no responsibility for improper
use of this product.

Important: DO NOT use this tool to cut reinforced
materials. If the blade does not penetrate the
workpiece, do not continue to use the tool.

Example cross-sections of compatible

cutting proles.

/8") in diameter.

2. Health and Safety
Instructions

WARNING! Keep your hands clear of the

blade and cutting area while in use.

EN

• ALWAY S retract the blade when not in use.

• DO NOT allow untrained users to operate

this product.

• Keep this product out of reach of children.

• Store this product in a clean and dry environment,

out of direct sunlight.

Draper Tools Limited, Hursley Road, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 1YF Website: drapertools.com E -mail: [e-mail]

3. Operating Instructions

1. Place the material to be cut into the tool jaw,
with the blade (1) directed at the vertical centre of
the workpiece.

2. Squeeze the trigger (2) slowly and repeatedly to
extend the blade and cut the material.
Important: DO NOT turn the workpiece while
performing the cut.

2. Unscrew the retaining screw (4) and remove the
blade guard (5).

(5)

(4)

4 Fig.

(1)

Fig.

1 

3. Press the blade release button (3) to retract the blade.
Important: DO NOT squeeze the trigger while
pushing the blade release button.

(3)

2 Fig.

(2)

4. Replacing the Blade

1. Fully extend the blade by squeezing the trigger at
least eight times.

3. Lift the blade (1) out the cutter body.

(1)

5 Fig.

5. Explanation of Symbols

Read the instruction manual

Warning!

Wear suitable eye protection

Cutting capacity

3 Fig.