Gardner Bender Sidewinder B2555RIG, Sidewinder B2555EMT, Sidewinder B2555 Series, Sidewinder B2555IMC, B2555PVC Instruction Sheet

1.0 Safety Symbol Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

2.0 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

3.0 Bender Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

4.0 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

5.0 Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

6.0 Model Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

7.0 Shoe Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

7.1 Rigid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

7.2 IMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

7.3 EMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

7.4 PVC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

8.0 Bending Radius Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

9.0 General Bending Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

9.1 Mounting Support Rollers and Support Units . . . .5

10.0 Bending Instructions for

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⁄ 2", 3⁄ 2", 1", 11⁄ 4"

EMT, IMC, and Rigid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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⁄ 2" & 2" EMT & IMC Conduit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

11.0 Squeeze Adjustment for 11⁄ 2" & 2" EMT and

IMC Support Roller Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

12.0 Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

12.1 Gear Box Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

12.2 Chain Tensioner #60 Chain (Front) . . . . . . . . . .8

12.3 Chain Tensioner #40 Chain (Rear) . . . . . . . . . .8

13.0 Stub-up Bending Information and Charts . . . . . . . .8

14.0 Offset Bending Information and Charts . . . . . . . . . .9

RPS-0151 Rev. A 06/04

Instruction Sheet

B2555 Electric Sidewinder

®

Bender

IMPORTANT RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS

Visually inspect all components for shipping damage. If shipping damage is found, notify carrier at once. Shipping damage is NOT
covered by warranty. The carrier is responsible for all repair and replacement costs resulting from damage in shipment.

SAFETY ISSUES

IMPORTANT – USER SAFETY AND PROTECTION: In setting up systems to fit your operations, care must be taken to select the
proper components and design to insure appropriate that all safety measures have been taken to avoid the risk of personal injury
and property damage from your application or system.

GARDNER BENDER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY CAUSED BY UNSAFE USE, MAINTENANCE OR THE
APPLICATION OF ITS PRODUCTS. Please contact Gardner Bender for guidance when you are in doubt as to the proper safety
precautions to be taken in designing and setting up your particular application.

B2555 Electric Sidewinder®Bender

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1.0 SAFETY SYMBOL DEFINITIONS

The symbol below is used to call your attention to instructions
concerning your personal safety. Watch for these symbols.
They point out important safety precautions. They mean

“ATTENTION! Become alert. Your personal safety is
involved.” Read the message that follows and be alert to the

possibility of personal injury or death.

Is serious but less inevitable. There is some probability
that death, severe bodily injury or major property
damage could result.

Is less serious but still demands attention. Indicates a
hazard which may result in minor injury or property
damage.

2.0 WARNINGS

This section contains information for your protection,
safety and quick reference. When using an electrical
appliance basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following.

Read all Instructions before using the B2555
Sidewinder

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Bender.

Never operate this Bender in an explosive atmosphere.

Never operate the Bender in wet or damp locations.
DO NOT expose the Bender to rain.

Never use an extension cord longer than 100 feet.

Never alter this equipment, doing so will void this warranty.

Never wear loose clothing while operating the Bender.

Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool
is tipped or if the bending shoe is unintentionally contacted.

Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off.
Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Never force tool. If bending shoe will not turn, STOP unit
and unplug before checking for any obstructions.

Always use 120 V AC, 20 AMP ground fault protected
receptacle for power supply.

Always inspect power cord before using Bender. Replace
damaged or worn cords.

Always wear approved safety glasses when the bender is
in operation.

Always disconnect the Bender before servicing or
changing shoes, attachments or supports, and when not
in use.

Always inspect the Bender before operating. Replace
any damaged, missing or worn parts.

Always use 12-gauge 20 AMP extension cords that have
three prong grounding type plugs and three-hole
receptacles that accept the Bender’s plug.

Always keep hands and feet away from pinch points
such as bending shoes, rollers and conduit when Bender
is in use.

Always keep conduit under control when bending.

Always keep the path of the bending conduit clear of
obstructions. Make sure all obstacles are clear of the
bending path BEFORE you bend the conduit.

Always use the appropriate shoe groove and roller
support for the type and size of conduit to be bent.

Always use the Bender in a dry, well lit area. Always
maintain Bender with care. Keep Bender clean for best
and safest performance.

Always make sure switch is in the off position
before plugging in. This will reduce the risk of
unintentional starting.

Always use recommended accessories. Consult this
manual for recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

Always check for damaged or worn parts. Before further
use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determined that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

WARNING

WARNING

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Always make bender childproof with lockouts, master
switches or by unplugging unit.

Always use right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to
do a job for which it was not designed.

Always wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.

3.0 BENDER FEATURES

1. Bending Degree Scale - easy to read for exact bends

2. Support Rollers - for supporting the pipe during bending.
(Rigid set pictured.)

3. Hinge Pin - for securing the support rollers.

4. 12 Inch Wheels - for easy mobility.

5. D.C. Motor - quiet and strong.

6. Bending Instructions Decal - easy to read for
quick reference.

7. Remote Pendant - with 6 foot cord. (Bend and unload
from pendant.)

8. Handrail Bolt - Remove this bolt from both sides and
handles will hinge out of way to complete a off-set bend.

9. Large Handles - Protects the back of bender and enables
the bender to be used horizontally. (Can also be moved for
off-set bends.)

4.0 SPECIFICATIONS

5.0 SPECIAL FEATURES

The B2555 Series Benders have a unique feature for
the removal of the handles during an off-set Bend. See Figure

2. When creating back-to-back bends, the removal of the
handle may be necessary.

The B2555 Series Bender may also be used in a horizontal
position for special bends. The Bender can operate in this
position as efficiently as it does in the upright position. See
Figure 3.

6.0 MODEL INFORMATION

When equipped with the appropriate shoe group, the B2555
POWER UNIT is designed for bending:

• 1⁄ 2" through 2" Rigid conduit

• 1⁄ 2" through 2" EMT conduit

•

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⁄ 2" through 2" IMC conduit

• 1⁄ 2" through 2" 40 mil PVC Coated Rigid conduit

• 1⁄ 2" through 2" schedule 40 steel pipe
No modification to the B2555 POWER UNIT is required to
accommodate these shoes or rollers. No tools are required to
install or remove these shoes and rollers. The B2555 BENDER
is NOT recommended for bending any steel quality above
schedule 40.
MODELS
B2555 Electric Bender Power Unit only, without shoes

and roller supports.

B2555RIG Electric Bender Unit with shoes and roller

supports for

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⁄ 2" through 2" rigid conduit and pipe

and 1⁄ 2" thought 11⁄ 4" IMC conduit.

B2555EMT Electric Bender with shoes and roller supports for

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⁄ 2" through 2" EMT conduit.

B2555IMC Electric Bender with shoes and roller supports for

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⁄ 2" through 2" IMC conduit.

B2555PVC Electric Bender with shoes and roller supports for

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⁄ 2" through 2" PVC coated conduit.

Figure 1. B2555 Electric Sidewinder®Bender

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Figure 3. Horizontal Position

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Figure 2. Handle Removal

B2555 Sidewinder®Bender

Width 291⁄ 2''

Length 241⁄ 2''

Height 42"

Weight 270 lbs. Power Unit Only w/o shoes

CAUTION

CAUTION

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