ERICO ERIFLEX FLEXIBAR FLEXITOOLS - Manual

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FLEXITOOLS
Operating Guide
The FLEXIBAR  tools are designed to simplify the most common tasks associated with
installation of FLEXIBAR
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cutting, stripping, bending and twisting.
Cutting to Length (Cutter No. 559170): Cuts c lean ly and without burrs. Start with the required length plus approximately
10mm to allow for the sliding of the laminates during bending.
A1
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Adjust cutting guide to length desired.
A2
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Pull handle forward until blade has completely cut the FLEXIBAR.
A3
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Return handle to open position and remove piece.
Stripping (Stipper No. 559100): Accurate stripping of insulation without marking the copper. The connecting area can be kept
as short as possible to reduce non-insulated parts in the panel. Maintain a minimum strip length at least 5 times the total
laminate thickness.
B1
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Open jaws of cutter and insert FLEXIBAR.
B2
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Adjust to strip length desired.
B3
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Adjust jaws to be 0.5mm less than the overall width of the piece to be stripped, including insulation. This will prevent the
stripper from nicking the copper laminates.
B4
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Lower cutter and apply sufficient pressure to completely cut through the insulation. Avoid applying too much pressure as
this can cause the cutter to bind.
B5
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Gently twist piece and pull forward to release from cut insulator.
B6
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Cut insulation using a sharp knife.
B7
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Gently peel back insulation.