Sealey TS01 User manual

SHEET METAL FOLDER
VICE / BENCH MOUNTING
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE
THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY
Wear approved safety goggles, gloves, and footwear, when operating the folder. Your local Sealey dealer offers a complete range of safety
equipment.
9Use the tool only for its intended purpose.
9Regularly check all parts of the folder for damaged parts. Do not use if any of its components are broken, worn or damaged.
9Use original Sealey spare parts and accessories. Use of non-recommended spare parts may be dangerous and will invalidate warranty.
9Ensure good footing, wear non slip footwear.
8DO NOT operate this tool while under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or other impairing medication.
8DO NOT Allow unqualied persons to operate the metal folder. Keep children away from the tool.
2. INTRODUCTION
Bench and vice mounting sheet metal folder, tted with mounting plates. Capable of bending a 2mm steel sheet, of limited length, up to and
beyond a 90° angle. The unique patented endless design and removable folding plate allows the user to fold, channel and offset any length of
sheet metal up to 1mm thick, by simply moving the sheet as required after each fold. With adjustable fold plate to help achieve the cleanest
fold possible. Ideal for the small garage or restoration operation.
3. SPECIFICATION
Model No:...................................................................... TS01
Width:......................................................................... 700mm
Capacity:.................................. 14 Gauge Sheet, Ø2mm Rod
Figure 1
1........................................................... Top/Base plate clamp
2................................................ Adjustment/Positioning Cam
3..................................................... Removable Folding Plate
4.......................................................... Centre adjustment nut
5.............................................................................. Top Plate
6................................................... Foot plate with xing holes
7................................................................... Folding Handles
4. OPERATION
4.1. Unpack the unit and check that all parts are included and not damaged. Should you experience a problem contact your supplier
immediately.
4.2. Position folder on bench where it is to be mounted, ensuring that the handles (g.1.7) hang vertically over the front of the bench, use
foot plates (g.1.6) as templates to drill holes in bench, use appropriate xings.
4.3. Or clamp folder in vice .
4.4. By using centre adjustment nut (g.1.4) ensure top and base plate are parallel, this may require adjustment from time to time.
4.5. Release clamps (g.1.1) at either end of folder so that a small test piece of sheet metal can be inserted between the top and base
plates. (g.1.3)
4.6. Position the test piece, adjust the top plate by use of clamps (g.1.1) lightly tighten, use a spanner to adjust cam (g1.2), so that base
and top plate are aligned.
TS01 | Issue 2 (2, F) 13/07/18
Original Language Version
© Jack Sealey Limited
Refer to
Instructions
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Wear Protective
Gloves
Wear Safety
Footwear
Wear Eye
Protection

4.7. Ensure that there is even pressure on both ends.
4.8. Raise the top folding plate (g.1.3) buy lifting handles to create the fold. From this test, you will be able to determine how and where
the fold appears.
4.9. When satised with the test results, proceed with the actual workpiece.
4.10. By rotating the end clamps through the vertical axis, longer lengths of metel sheet can be folded , ie fold a section, unclamp, move
sheet, reclamp, fold second section etc.
TS01 | Issue2 (2,F) 13/07/18
Original Language Version
© Jack Sealey Limited
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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to
a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely
unserviceable and requires disposal, drain any fluids (if applicable) into approved containers and dispose of the product and fluids
according to local regulations.
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01284 757500 01284 703534 [e-mail] www.sealey.co.uk
Note: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior
notice.
Important: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which is required for any claim.