KAKA Industrial Q01-5216B User manual

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FOOT SHEAR
Model: Q01-5216B (Q01-1.6x1320B)
Model: Q01-9818B (Q01-1.2x2500B)
OPERATION MANUAL

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1. PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
Read the following instructions carefully and thoroughly will ensure your machine in perfect
functions and avoid possible dangers.
2. CAUTIONS
2.1 Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2.2 Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to
comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury.
2.3 Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
2.4 This foot shear is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced
personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a foot shear, do not
use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained.
2.5 Do not use this foot shear for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, we
disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result
from that use.
2.6 Always wear approved safety glasses or face shield while using this foot shear. (Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.)
2.7 Before operating the foot shear, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves
up past the elbows. Do not wear loose clothing. Confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid
floor strips are recommended.
2.8 Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) if noise reaches unsafe levels.
2.9 Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any
medication
2.10 Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for
maintenance purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately after
completion of maintenance.
2.11 Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
2.12 Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
2.13 Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.
2.14 Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away.
2.15 Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
2.16 Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and
“horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury.
2.17 Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall into the blade or other moving
parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
2.18 Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
2.19 Maintain tools with care. Keep blades sharp and clean for the best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
2.20 Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.

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2.21 Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before operating the
machine.
2.22 Keep hold-down clearance to table as small as possible while allowing just enough room to
feed stock.
2.23 Do not cut rods with the foot shear.
2.24 Sheet metal stock has sharp edges; use caution when handling to prevent cuts.
2.25 Keep hands and fingers clear of the blade and hold-down area. Do not place hands or
fingers between material and table when operating.
2.26 Do not exceed rated capacity of the foot shear.
2.27 Do not exceed front gauge capacity – material must not be so long that it interferes in any
way with safe operation of the foot pedal.
2.28 The knives are sharp. Take extra care in operating. Keep hands away from the reach of
blade.
3.RECEIVING AND UNPACKING
On receiving your machine, examine if the outer packing is in good condition. Then, remove the
cover to inspect whether there is any damage or loss caused during transportation. If any is
found, please immediately notify the transportation and your supplier. Some parts and
accessories are knocked down and in bulk packing to save transportation space. You must check
those parts and accessories in extra care. Then, assemble them on to the machine according to
the illustrations.
4. INSTALLATION
Be sure to install your shear on a solid level floor. The work area should be well lighted to
prevent any wrong or danger in operation.
Fix the machine on to the floor with anchor bolts to prevent from vibration. Place a precision
level on the table surface to level the machine in all directions. Insert metal shims between floor
and the shear mounting surface to adjust the level. Tighten all of the bolts after those being
adjusted.
5. CAPACITY:
6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
6.1 BLADE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
To adjust blade clearance, loosen front screws and table lock screws, and loosen table bolts on
both sides.
Use a 0.002” shim gauge and adjust table lock screws. Then, tighten all screws.
Item No. 172015 172016
Model Q01-5216B
(Q01-1.6x1320B)
Q01-9818B
(Q01-1.2x2500B)
Max shearing thickness- Mild steel 1.6mm 1.2 mm
Max shearing Length 1320 mm 2500 mm
Back gauge range 0-800 mm 0-800 mm
Packing size 180x60x120 cm 300x60x120 cm
N.W./G.W. 410 /570 kg 740/940 kg

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6.2 CUTTER HEAD ADJUSTMENT
If cutter head is bowed after use. You can adjust the bow bolt. Check for looseness of
mounting bolt. Re-tighten all bolts.
To adjust the blade up or down. Drop pin on treadle and loosen nut. Adjust yoke up or down.
reassemble them.
Loose lock screws may cause shake of blade in operation.
Check and sure they are rightly against shims. But be careful not to dimple them.
6.3 TO SHARPEN THE BLADE
The upper blade has two cutting edges which are ground with a 2 edges relief. Reverse to
expose the new cutting edge as soon one edge is dull. It can be sharpened on a surface grinder
by grinding machine both wide sides of the blade.
The lower blade has one cutting edge with a 2 edge relief and a 1 face relief. It can be
re-sharpened on a surface grinder by grinding the wide side of the blade having the 1 relief.
7. DRAWING AND PART LIST

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Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty
1 Nut 38 28 Bolt 2
2 Washer 40 29 Nut 2
3 Washer 2 30 Cut-off bar 1
4 Pointer 2 31 Screw 28
5 Clich bolt 2 32 Blade 2
6 Angle steel 1 33 Screw 4
7 Bolt 2 34 Guideway 2
8 adjustment angle steel 2 35 Cutting beam 1
9 Stopping square tube 2 36 Connecting plate 4
10 Rear scale 2 37 Cotter 4
11 Adjusting bolt 1 38 Pin 4
12 Socket 1 39 Nut 2
13 Spring Washer 8 40 Bolt 2
14 Bolt 8 41 Frame 1
15 Bolt 20 42 Bolt 12
16 Slide 2 43 Adjusting baffle 2
17 Rear sliding plate 2 44 Support 2
18 Front sliding plate 2 45 Bolt 2
19 bolt 2 46 Washer 2
20 bolt 4 47 Guide plate 1
21 Guide bar 2 48 Bearing 2
22 Washer 8 49 Stand for pedal 1
23 Screw 2 50 Pedal 2
24 Lock block 2 51 Nut 1
25 Pressure spring 2 52 Washer 1
26 Guide rod 2 53 Hook for spring 1
27 Screw 2 54 Spring 1
Note: This manual is only for your reference. Owing to continuous improvement of the
machines, Changes may be made at any time without obligation on notice.