Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are spe- cially designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code
§ 25249.5, et seq.)
3.Never operate Universal Shingle Cutter without guard in place.
4.The Universal Shingle Cutter is designed to cut relatively soft roofing materials only, such as fiberglass or
Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
OperatING Instructions
1.Decide on the length of shingles and desired angle of cut needed for the project.
2.Adjust the guides on the table to reflect the angle and size of the cut. Tighten the wing nuts on the guides (underneath the table) to secure guides in place.
3.Release the Safety Latch and raise the blade, aligning the shingle with the guides on the Shingle Cutter Table. The gritty top surface of the shingle should be facing up.
Note: For best results, shingle should be warm to achieve the straightest and most even cut. If necessary, lay shingles in the sun for a short time to warm them up.
4.Hold shingle by pressing down in the center of the shingle with your left hand. Grip Blade Handle in right hand and make a brisk and firm downward stroke with it. Keep inward pressure towards the striker plate. Keep hand and fingers clear of Blade while cutting the shingle.
Sharpening
1.The Blade of the Universal Shingle Cutter should be kept clean and sharp.
2.The blade can be sharpened with a file while still connected to the unit or removed and sharpened by an angle grinder (see Removing Blade). The blade should be sharpened at a 15 degree angle for best results.
Removing Blade:
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