====== Metal Shear Clearance (DRAFT) ======

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====== Tool Specific Instruction ======

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===== Point out the following tool features =====

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===== Identify & mitigate common hazards =====

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===== Allowable Materials =====

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===== Safe Setup/Operation/Cleanup =====

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===== Knowledge and Technique =====

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===== Notes =====

  * Measuring - via the guard/stopper on the back for repeated cuts. Can lock both sides via the black levers on the ends. 4ft wide stock.
  * Too small of pieces fall down into the machine, better off to add a spacer piece to keep thing from falling
  * To remove pieces that fall in - remove the back plywood board and dig 
  * Plywood outfeed board catches stuff so it doesn't slam onto the floor. 
  * Confirm both E stops (on machine and on pendant) are disengaged
  * Make sure plugged in, Turn red lever to turn machine on
  * Pump start button, runs the hydraulic pump
  * Push metal to the guard, step on the pedal
  * Be sure to clean up and turn main power off when done
  * SIN - auto retracts, single cut
  * INCH - holds position when you tap
  * AUTO - repeats the cutting operation as long as you hold it down
  * Upgrades
  * Add a sheet metal cover to prevent stuff from falling in.
  * Drop superglue onto light switch to ensure it stays on
  * Replace power LED indicator so there's a light that turns on