Universal Air Tools UT8606 User Manual

Operator Instructions

Air Pressure

Recommended Working

6.3

bar

90

PSI

Recommended Minimum

n/a

bar

n/a

PSI

Maximum

7.0

bar

100

PSI

Personal Safety Equipment

Use - Safety Glasses

Yes

Use - Safety Gloves
Use - Safety Boots
Use - Breathing Masks
Use - Ear Protectors

Includes - Foreseen Use, Work Stations, Putting Into Service, Operating, Tool
Maintenance and Safety Rules

Important

Read these instructions carefully before installing, operating,
servicing or repairing this tool. Keep these instructions in a safe
accessible place.

Manufacturer/Supplier Product Type

Universal Air Tool Company Limited

Pistol Shear

Unit 8
Lane End Industrial Park
High Wycombe
Bucks

Model No/Nos Serial No

UT8606

HP14 3BY

Tel No Fax No[phone] [phone]

RPM

2,600

Cycles Per Min

1301000 - 2312000

Product Nett Weight

2.2

1.0

lbs
Kg

Recommended Use Of

Balancer Or Support

No

Yes

Foreseen Use of the Tool

The tool is designed to cut sheet metal by a shear action using a
moving blade and two fixed blades. It will cut metal sheet of thickness

1.2 mm in steel and 1.6mm in aluminium. The tool cuts the sheet
by removal of a strip of metal the width of the moving blade. It is
possible to cut various types of sheet in other materials i.e. plastic and
fibre board either in flat or corrugated form.
Do not use the tool for any other purpose than that for which it is
designed and never modify the tool for any other use.

Work Stations

The tool should only be
used as a handheld,
hand operated tool. It is
always recommended
that the tool is used
when standing on a solid
floor. It can be used in
other positions but be­fore any such use, the
operator must be in a
secure position having a
firm grip and footing and
be aware of a reaction
force on the hand as
result of the tool doing
work.

Recommended Hose Bore

Size - Minimum

Ins M/M Ft M

3/8 10 30 10

Recommended Max.

Hose Length

Noise Level Sound Pressure Level 91.0 dB(A)

Test Method Tested in accordance with

BS EN ISO 15744:2008

Vibration Level

Less than 2.5

Metres / Sec²

Test Method Tested in accordance with

BS EN ISO 28927-7:2009

Putting Into Service

Air Supply

Use a clean lubricated air supply that will give a measured air pressure
at the tool of 90 p.s.i./6.3 bar when the tool is running with the trigger
fully depressed. Use recommended hose size and length. It is
recommended that the tool is connected to the air supply as shown
in figure 1. Do not connect the tool to the air line system without
incorporating an easy to reach and operate air shut off valve. The air
supply should be lubricated. It is strongly recommended that an air
filter, regulator, lubricator (FRL) is used as shown in Figure 1 as this
will supply clean, lubricated air at the correct pressure to the tool.
Details of such equipment can be obtained from your supplier. If such

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equipment is not used then the tool should be lubricated by shutting
off the air supply to the tool, depressurising the line by pressing the
trigger on the tool. Disconnect the air line and pour into the intake
bushing a teaspoonful (5ml) of a suitable pneumatic motor lubricating
oil preferably incorporating a rust inhibitor. Reconnect tool to air
supply and run tool slowly for a few seconds to allow air to circulate
the oil. If tool is used frequently lubricate on daily basis and if tool
starts to slow or lose power.
It is recommended that the air pressure at the tool whilst the tool is
running is 90 p.s.i./6.3 bar. The tool can run at lower and higher
pressures with the maximum permitted working air pressure of 100
p.s.i./7.0 bar.

Operating

Ensure that the action under putting into service has been followed.
With the tool in the off mode apply a smear of oil to fixed and moving
blades.
Ensure that the material to be cut is within the capacity of the tool
(see section “Foreseen Use of the Tool) and is firmly clamped. Apply
the tool to the material with the edge of the material between the
fixed and moving blades. Do not force the tool but allow it to cut the
material. Do not try to make small radiused cuts. The strip of material
will come away from the work area in a curled form. The edges will
be sharp and it is important that proper safety gloves are worn.

Tool Maintenance

It shall be the tool owner’s and/or employer’s responsibility to assure
that tools are maintained in a safe operating condition. Tool
maintenance and repair shall be performed by authorised, trained,
competent personnel. Tools shall be disconnected from their
compressed air supply before repairs are attempted. Repairs shall be
consistent with the manufacturer’s recommended procedures. Tool,
hoses and fittings shall be replaced if unsuitable for safe operation. It
shall be the tool owner’s and/or employer’s responsibility to keep
required rating markings and warnings on the tool in legible condition.

observe all relevant legal requirements when installing, using or
maintaining the tool.

16) Do not install the tool unless an easily accessible and easily
operable on/off valve is incorporated in the air supply.

17) Take care that the tool exhaust air does not cause a problem or
blows on another person.

18) Never lay a tool down unless the working attachment has stopped
moving.

Safety Rules For A Shear

1) Read all the instructions before using this tool. All operators must be
fully trained in its use and aware of these safety rules.

2) Do not exceed the maximum working air pressure.

3) Use personal safety equipment.

4) Use only compressed air at the recommended conditions.

5) If the tool appears to malfunction remove from use immediately and
arrange for service and repair.

6) If the tool is used with a balancer or other support device ensure
that it is fixed securely.

7) Always keep hands away from the working attachment fitted to the
tool.

8) The tool is not electrically insulated. Never use the tool if there is any
chance of it coming into contact with live electricity.

9) Always when using the tool adopt a firm footing and/or position
and grip the tool firmly to be able to counteract any forces or reaction
forces that may be generated whilst using the tool.

10) Use only correct spare parts. Do not improvise or make temporary
repairs.

11) Do not lock, tape, wire, etc. the on/off valve in the run position.
The trigger/lever etc. must always be free to return to the 'off' position
when it is released.

12) Always shut off the air supply to the tool, and depress the
trigger/lever etc. to exhaust air from the feed hose before fitting,
adjusting or removing the working attachment.

13) Check hose and fittings regularly for wear. Replace if necessary.
Do not carry the tool by its hose and ensure the hand is remote from
the on/off control when carrying the tool with the air supply connected.

14) Take care against entanglement of moving parts of the tool with
clothing, ties, hair, cleaning rags, etc. This will cause the body to be
drawn towards the tool and can be very dangerous.

15) It is expected that users will adopt safe working practices and

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