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Sheet Metal

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

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  1. Sheet Metal Tools and Safety

  2. The Product • Any Metal thinner than ¼” • Examples:

  3. 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

  4. Hand Tools Aviation Snips TinSnips Hand Seamer Whitney Punch Set Scratch Awl Spot Welder

  5. 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

  6. Stationary Tools 3 and 1 Brake Foot Shear

  7. 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

  8. 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.

  9. 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

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. 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.

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