Portamate MegaVise II User manual

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PM7060
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MegaVise II
PORTABLE VISE STAND
VISE PORTABLE STAND
STAND PORTÁTIL VISE

CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
Model No: PM-7060
Clamping range: 0 - 956mm (37 1⁄2”) clamping range with extension
piece max 1410mm (55 1/2”)
Clamping force: 1000kg (1 tonne)
Maximum load: 100kg (220.5lb)
Jaws: Urethane
Folded size: 275 x 775 x 295mm (10 7⁄8” x 30 1⁄2” x 11 39⁄64”)
Standing size: 980 x 1000 x 860mm (38 37⁄64” x 39 49⁄64” x 33 27⁄32”)
Weight: 16.5kg (36.4lb)
Thank you for purchasing this Portamate MegaVise II workclamp. These
instructions contain information necessary for safe and effective operation of
this product.
For product updates or accessories please visit us at www.Portamate.com
Contents2
Specifications 2
Features 3
Safety 4
Setting up 5
Operation 6
Maintenance 8
Warranty 9

FEATURES
2
Features
3
11
10
1
4
3
1. Moving jaw
2. Fixed jaw
3. Body
4. Lock / release
switch
5. Foot pedal
6. Front legs
7. Rear leg
8. Foot pedal
locking latch
9. Front leg
locking knobs
10. Rear leg
locking knob
11. Moving jaw
locking tab
12. Fixed jaw facing
13. Moving jaw
facings
(2 pieces)
14. Foot plates
5
7
6
8
9
12 13
14

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Read and understand all
instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below, may
result in personal injury.
• Make sure all moving parts are free
from interference.
• Keep hands clear of all moving
parts.
• Ensure MegaVise II is set up on firm
ground in a stable manner.
• Be aware of overbalancing. When
a large piece is cut from one end
of a job, the remaining piece may
be heavy enough to over-balance
the MegaVise II. Always ensure the
workpiece is well supported.
• Check to make sure that all fixing
screws and knobs are tight and all
legs are locked into place before
operating the MegaVise II.
• The tool must be used only for its
prescribed purpose. Any use other
than those mentioned in these
instructions will be considered a
case of misuse.
The manufacturer shall not be liable
for any damage or injury resulting
from such cases of misuse.
• The manufacturer shall not be
liable for any changes made to the
tool nor for any damage resulting
from such changes.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
General Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS
Using power tools of any kind can be dangerous if safe operating procedures are
not followed. Recognizing the hazards of each tool and using them with respect
and caution will considerably limit the possibility of personal injury. However,
if safety precautions are ignored, personal injury will likely result. Always use
common sense – your personal safety-is your responsibility.
1. Read and understand the Owner’s
Manual, observe the warnings and
instruction labels affixed to the tool.
2. Properly ground all tools.
3. Keep guards in place.
4. Remove adjusting keys and
wrenches.
5. Keep work area clean and dry.
6. Keep children away.
7. Never leave running machines/
tools unattended.
8. Disconnect tools from service.
9. Use correct tools for the job.
10. Never force a tool.
11. Wear safety apparel.
12. Wear safety glasses/goggles.
13. Never stand or sit on tools.
14. Replace damaged components
immediately.
15. Replace damaged components
immediately.
16. Properly anchor power tools to
work stands.
17. Use correct blade for job being
done.
18. Think Safety. Safety is a
combination of operator
awareness, common sense and
alertness at all times.

5Setting Up
1. With MegaVise II
placed upside
down on the
ground, loosen the
rear leg locking
knob (10) and slide
the rear leg from
its storage position. Pivot the leg
just clear of the front face. Slide it
all the way forward then lift and
slide it fully into its housing at the
rear. Tighten the knob.
2. Raise the foot pedal (5) until it
“clicks” into
position.
3. Pivot the front
legs (6) out as far
as they will go
then turn the front
leg locking knobs
(9) clockwise
until the rounded
section of the
knob tightens onto
the leg housing, as
shown.
Several turns may be necessary
on initial set-up until the clamps
tighten into place – a half turn is
all that is required to release the
legs when folding.
4. Turn the
MegaVise II
upright and
recheck that all
legs are locked
firmly in position.
5. Rotate the moving
jaw locking tab (11) to the horizontal
position and MegaVise II is now
ready for use.
FOLDING
Folding is the
reverse procedure
of above. Ensure
that:
• The lock / release
switch is in the
“unlock position”;
• The foot pedal
locking latch (8)
is used to release
and fold the foot
pedal;
• The moving jaw
locking tab (11) is
in the “vertical”
position to
prevent the jaw
from sliding out
• The rear leg is
engaged fully
into its housing
and the rear leg
locking knob (10)
is tightened firmly.
When in its
folded position
the rear leg
becomes
a carrying
handle, to aid in
transportation.
SETTING UP

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OPERATION
Operation
CLAMPING
1. Check that the
moving jaw
locking tab
(11) is set to
the horizontal
position and push
the moving jaw
(1) back until your workpiece fits
between the jaws.
2. Place the workpiece against the
fixed jaw (2) and slide the moving
jaw forward until it touches the
workpiece.
The jaw can also be advanced
forward by pressing the foot
pedal repeatedly.
3. Slide the lock / release switch (4)
down to the “lock” position.
If preferred the switch can be
locked after the work is clamped.
4. Apply downward
pressure on the
foot pedal (5) until
sufficient clamping
force has been
applied.
For extra force
you may stand on the foot pedal
(maximum 100kg) but do not
jump on it, as you could damage
the unit.
RELEASING
1. Slide the lock/release switch (4) up
to the “release” position.
2. Push on the foot pedal then allow
it to return up and release the
workpiece.
Ensure you are supporting the
workpiece to prevent it from
falling once the jaw is released.
If you have clamped the object
very tightly, you may need to
exert more pressure on the foot
pedal before it will release.
3. Slide the moving jaw back and
remove your workpiece.
CLAMPING ON ONE SIDE OF
THE JAW
On occasions, large or awkward
workpieces can only be clamped on
one side of the jaws.
Always fit a spacer (the same
thickness as your workpiece) to the
other side of the jaws, to prevent the
moving jaw from skewing.
CLAMPING LARGE OBJECTS
(460mm to 956mm)
The moving jaw can be reversed to
accommodate workpieces greater
than 460mm and less than 956mm.
1. Set the lock / release switch (4) to
the “release”
position and
ensure that the
foot pedal is
released.
2. Check that the
moving jaw
locking tab (11) is
in the horizontal
position.
3. Slide the moving
jaw (1) fully from
its tracks.

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4. Rotate it 180 degrees and re-insert
it into the tracks.
• Whenever clamping objects with
the moving jaw reversed, ensure
the workpiece sits down onto the
sliding jaw, and is parallel to it. Avoid
clamping workpieces at the top of
the jaws (with a gap between the
workpiece and the base of the moving
jaw) as excessive pedal pressure
could damage the unit.
• When clamping large or heavy
materials, provide outboard
support (such as a Portamate PM-
5082 Pedestal Roller) to prevent
MegaVise II from tipping over.
Clamping workpieces up to
956mm can be achieved by
removing the jaw facings (see
page 8).
Using the extension piece for work
pieces over 109cm (43”) to a max
material width of 141cm (55”)
• Pull the sliding jaw right off the
body.
• Engage the the small square bar of
the extension piece into the sliding
jaw
• The clamp that holds the two pieces
together need to be tightened,
using a hex head screwdriver. (not
supplied)
• Slide the extension piece onto
the body giving a larger clamp
distance.
USING AS AN ANVIL
The fixed jaw is sufficiently robust
to be used as an
anvil for strip metal
work.
Do not use the
moving jaw as
an anvil. You
could damage
it.
USING AS A PRESS
When the lock /
release switch
(4) is in the
release position
MegaVise II can be
used as a press.
With each full stroke of the foot
pedal, the moving jaw will advance
about 25mm.
GENERAL OPERATING ADVICE
When working along the line of the
jaws, place your foot on the foot
plates (15) to prevent MegaVise II
from moving.
Ripping a plank
1. When ripping a plank, stop your cut
before reaching the jaws.
2. Remove the
workpiece and
re-clamp with
sufficient amount
of the cut beyond
the jaws, so that
you can drop
in your saw to
recommence
your cut.
3. Before clamping,
insert a spacer
slightly thicker
than your saw
cut, at the jaw
area, to keep the cut open.
Operation

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Clamping square tubing
It is easier to
hacksaw square
tubing or similar on
the diagonal.
Use the V-grooves
in the urethane
jaws to securely
hold your material.
Sharpening chainsaws
MegaVise II makes
an ideal clamp to
hold a chainsaw
while sharpening
the teeth.
If sharpening a chainsaw use
two wooden blocks, either
side of the bar, to ensure the
clamping jaws are clear of the
chain, which can then be rotated
as each tooth
is filed.
• Any damage to MegaVise II should
be repaired and carefully inspected
before use, by qualified repair
personnel.
• Servicing should only be carried
out using original Portamate
replacement parts.
REMOVING THE URETHANE
JAW FACINGS
The jaw facings
can be removed to
achieve a greater
clamping range, or
for replacement if
worn or damaged,
or when fitting the
optional jaws.
1. The fixed jaw
facing (12) is
removed by
prying it off the
fixed jaw (2) using
a screwdriver
or similar.
2. To remove the
moving jaw
facing, push the
backing face to
the right (when
viewed from the
front of MegaVise II) to disengage
the connection pins. The backing
face can then be removed,
allowing the front to be pulled
off the moving jaw.
The pawl carrier
pivot pin may
occasionally require
a small amount of
spray lubricant, as
shown, if it doesn’t
pivot smoothly.
Maintenance
MAINTENANCE

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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Warrantor warrants to the original purchaser that the PortaMate
PM7060 will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of
original purchase.
The obligation of this Warranty is limited to repair or replacement, at
our option, of components which prove defective under normal use.
Any product or component claimed to be defective should be sent
during Warranty period, postage prepaid to PortaMate, 6520 Bethuy
Road, Fair Haven, MI 48023, Attn: Warranty Department,
together with a copy of your original dated sales receipt. Call for
authorization number before sending.
This warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties, obligations or
liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES,
SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ONE YEAR PERIOD OF THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY. NO AGENT, REPRESENTATIVE, DEALER, OR
EMPLOYEE OF THE COMPANY HAS THE AUTHORITY TO INCREASE OR
ALTER THE OBLIGATIONS OF THIS WARRANTY.
This Warranty shall not apply to any product or component which in
the opinion of the Warrantor has been modified or altered in any way,
damaged as a result of an accident, misuse or abuse, or loss of parts.
In no case shall the Warrantor be liable for any special or consequential
damages, or any other costs or warranty, expressed or implied,
whatsoever.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
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GARANTIE LIMITÉE DE UN AN
Le garant garantit à l’acheteur d’origine que le PortaMate PM7060 sera
exempt de défaut de matériaux et de fabrication dans des conditions
d’usage et d’entretien normal pendant une période de un (1) an à partir
de la date de l’achat d’origine.
Les obligations de cette garantie sont limitées à la réparation ou
au remplacement, à notre discrétion, des composants dont il a été
déterminé qu’ils sont défectueux suite à une utilisation normale.
Tout produit ou composant considéré défectueux doit être envoyé
pendant la période de garantie, dans un colis affranchi à PortaMate,
6520 Bethuy Road, Fair Haven, MI 48023, Attn: Warranty
Department, avec une copie du reçu orignal de vente daté. Appeler
pour obtenir un numéro d’autorisation avant d’envoyer.
Cette garantie remplace toute autre garantie expresse, obligation
ou responsabilité. TOUTE GARANTIE IMPLICITE, OBLIGATION OU
RESPONSABILITÉ EST LIMITÉE À LA PÉRIODE DE UN AN DE CETTE
GARANTIE LIMITÉE. AUCUN AGENT, REPRÉSENTANT, DÉTAILLANT
OU EMPLOYÉ DE L’ENTREPRISE N’EST AUTORISÉ À AUGMENTER OU
MODIFIER LES OBLIGATIONS DE CETTE GARANTIE.
Cette garantie ne peut s’appliquer à aucun autre produit ou composant
qui, selon l’opinion du garant, a été modifié ou altéré en quelque
manière, endommagé suite à un accident, mal utilisé ou abusé, ou
encore perdu. En aucun cas le garant ne peut être responsable de
dommages spéciaux ou consécutifs ou de tout autre coût ou garantie,
explicite ou implicite.
Cette garantie donne à l’acheteur des droits juridiques spécifiques ainsi
que certains autres droits qui peuvent varier d’une juridiction à l’autre.
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