Southwire MAXIS Xtreme Bender MXB2000 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MAXIS™ Xtreme™ Bender
MXB2000
Product distributed by
Southwire Company,LLC
One Southwire Drive, Carrollton,GA 30119
2021 Southwire Company,LLC.
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MXB2000 manual

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WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
SAFETY INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERAT-
ING OR SERVICINGTHE MXB2000
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Information………………………….…..…....... 3
Grounding Instructions ……………………………….….….…... 5
Purpose Of This Manual …………………………….…….…...... 9
Bending Shoe Groups …………………………….………....… 10
Bender Setup ………………………………………….…..... 12
Bending ½”- 1 ¼” EMT, Rigid, & IMC Conduit….…..…..….....…..17
Bending 1 ½” and 2” EMT, IMC, & Rigid Conduit...…..…..….…...21
Adjusting the 1 ½” and 2” Pressure Rollers……….…..…...…... 24
Illustrated Bending Glossary ………………….………….…..... 26
Bending Instructions ……………………………….…….…..... 27
Troubleshooting ……………………………………..………… 30
Specifications………………………………………..………… 30
Warranty Information……………………………..……….….... 31
SAFETY FIRST
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of Southwire
Equipment. This instruction manual and any placards or
markings on the bender provide information for avoiding
hazards and unsafe practices related to the use of this bender.
Observe all the safety information provided.
These symbols are used to call attention to hazards or unsafe
practices that could result in injury or property damage. The
three safety words defined below indicate the severity of the
hazard. The message after the safety word provides informa-
tion for preventing or avoiding the hazard.
• DANGER – Immediate hazards that if not avoided WILL result
in severe injury or death
• WARNING – Hazards that if not avoided COULD result in
severe injury or death
• CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices that, if not avoided
MAY result in severe injury or death
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATON
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FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH
WARNING
• Read and understand all instructions and safety information in this
manual before operating or servicing this bender.
• Only trained and qualified persons should use the MXB2000
(Southwire Maxis™ Xtreme™ Bender)
• Wear eye protection, hard hat, cut resistant gloves, and safety toe
shoes when using this bender.
• Do not use this bender while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication.
• Keep body parts and loose clothing away from moving parts.
• Always follow safety procedures as shown in this manual.
• Never stand on the bender. Serious injury could occur if the bender is
tipped.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• Keep hands away from bending shoe, rollers, and conduit when
bender is in use.
• Support conduit when unloading. Conduit can become loose and fall if
not properly supported.
WARNING
– Personal Safety Hazards

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not operate this bender while wearing loose fitting clothing. Retain
long hair.
• Keep guards in place and in working order.
• Remove any tools from the bender before operating. Form a habit of
checking to see that all tools are removed from bender before turning it
on.
• Use this bender for the manufacturers intended purpose only. Use
other than that described in this manual can result in injury or property
damage.
• Only trained and qualified persons should use the MXB2000 (South-
wire Maxis™ Xtreme™ Bender)
• Do not use in dangerous environments. Do not use power tools in
damp or wet locations. Do not expose them to rain. Keep your work
area well lit.
• Do not immerse the pendant in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use this bender in a hazardous environment. Hazards include
flammable liquids, gases, or other materials. Using this bender in a
hazardous environment can result in a fire or explosion.
• Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure on/off switch is in
off position before plugging in the power cord.
• This is not an insulated tool, contact with live circuits could result
• Inspect the power cord before use. Repair or replace the cord if
damaged.
• Connect the power cord to a 120-volt, 20 amp receptacle on a
ground-fault protected circuit only.
• Do not modify the power cord or plug.
• Disconnect the unit from power before servicing.
• This bender must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or
breakdown, an electrical ground provides a path of least resistance
for the electric current. This path of least resistance is intended to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This bender’s electrical cord must
have a grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Do not modify the
plug. Connect the plug to a corresponding receptacle that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all national and local
codes and ordinances. Do not use an adapter.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check with qualified electrician or
service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the bender is properly
grounded.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH
DANGER – Electrical Shock Hazards WARNING – Entanglement Hazard
WARNING – Bender Use Hazards

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• Never leave the bender running unattended. Turn the power off. Do
not leave the bender until it comes to a complete stop.
• Turn off and unplug the bender before servicing and when changing
accessories such as shoes and rollers. Accidental start-up could
result in serious injury.
• Make sure that the handle is properly installed and secured with the
bolts before lifting or moving the bender. An improperly installed
handle could allow the bender to fall, injuring nearby personnel.
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Steel
toe footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
• Do not force rollers or alter the bender.
• Use the right tool. Do not force tool or attachment to do a job for
which it was not designed.
• Inspect the bender before use. Replace worn, damaged, or missing
parts with Southwire replacement parts. A damaged or improperly
assembled component could break and strike nearby personnel.
• Maintain the bender with care. Keep the bender clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for changing accessories.
• Check damaged parts. Before further use of the bender, 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.
• Use only a three-wire, 12 AWG extension cord that has a
three-prong, grounding-type plug and three-hole receptacle that
accept the bender’s plug.
• Do not use extension cords that are longer than 100 feet.
• Repair or replace damaged extension cords.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE CAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE CAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE CAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR DEATH.
WARNING – Extension Cords
CAUTION
• Read and understand all the instructions and safety information in
this manual before operating or servicing this bender.
• Conduit moves rapidly as it is bent. The path of the conduit must be
clear of obstructions. Be sure clearance is adequate before starting
the bend.
CAUTION
• Do not use if any parts are damaged as this can cause an unsafe
condition and lead to bender malfunction or failure.
• If bender is in disrepair, DO NOT USE. Have bender inspected and
repaired prior to use.

PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL
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Model Numbers for the Southwire MXB2000 Bender
with Included Shoe Group
Model Numbers for the Southwire MXB2000 Shoe Groups
The Southwire MXB2000 Maxis™ Xtreme™ Bender is your best tool
for bending 1/2" to 2" conduit and pipe. This bender has the capability
to accommodate the following types of conduit and pipe with its
diverse bending shoe groups.
• Galvanized Electrical Metallic Tubing
• Galvanized Intermediate Metallic Conduit
• Galvanized Rigid Conduit
Rigid
Model Number: MXB2000R
Stock Number: 66138940
Description: MXB2000 with single shoe bending attachments to bend
1/2" to 2" rigid conduit and pipe
EMT
Model Number: MXB2000E
Stock Number: 66136340
Description: MXB2000 with single shoe bending attachments to bend
1/2" to 2" EMT conduit
IMC
Model Number: MXB2000I
Stock Number: 66119040
Description: MXB2000 with single shoe bending attachments to bend ½"
to 2" IMC conduit
1. This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with the safe
operation of the Southwire MXB2000 Maxis™ Xtreme™ Bender.
2. Keep this manual with the bender and accessible to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no charge at
www.southwiretools.com.
3. All specifications are nominal and may change as design improve-
ments occur. Southwire Company, LLC shall not be liable for damages
resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
DESCRIPTION
Bending Shoe Groups
RIGID SHOE GROUP
Model Number: MBSG-GRC
Contents of Material #: 66276040
Key Description Material #
1 ½” to 2” Rigid/IMC Bending Shoe 66154640
2 ½” to 2” Rigid Roller Support 66161140
Metal Storage Box
Material Number: 66276040
Description: ½” to 2” Rigid Bending Shoe and Roller Support
Unit for ½” to 2”
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SETUP AND OPERATION:
1. Before assembling the MXB2000, ensure that the bender is discon-
nected from the power source.
2. Mount the handle using the four(4) hex bolts and washers. The bolts
& washers can be found in the fabric pouch hanging on the MXB2000
frame.
3. Mount the appropriate roller support onto the legs of the bender. The
roller support mounts as shown below. The roller support is heavy and
has spring-loaded moving parts so use caution to prevent pinching
your hands and fingers.
MXB2000 With Roller
Support Installed
EMT SHOE GROUP
Model Number: MBSG-EMT
Contents of Material #: 66276140
Key Description Material #
1 ½” to 2” EMT Bending Shoe 66132240
2 ½” to 2” EMT Roller Support 66142540
Metal Storage Box
Material Number: 66276140
Description: ½” to 2” EMT Bending Shoe and Roller Support
Unit for ½” to 2”
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IMC SHOE GROUP
Model Number: MBSG-IMC
Contents of Material #: 66151240
Key Description Material #
1 ½” to 2” Rigid/IMC Bending Shoe 66154640
2 ½” to 2” IMC Roller Support 66162940
Metal Storage Box
Material Number: 66151240
Description: ½” to 2” IMC Bending Shoe and Roller Support
Unit for ½” to 2”
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4. The IMC and EMT roller supports have a trap plate that may require
adjustment to properly fit under the leg of the bender. Verify that the
trap plate is 3.1" (78 mm) below the leveling screws. If necessary,
loosen the two set screws, adjust the leveling bolts so the trap plate
fits under the leg of the bender, then retighten the set screws.
5. Install the roller support hinge pin in the location shown below.
6. Install the cotter pin into the end of the roller support hinge pin to
secure it.
7. Fully retract the rollers by pulling up on the loading pedal with your
foot before attempting to install the bending shoe.
Installing the Hinge Pin
Installing the Cotter Pin
TRAP PLATE
LEVELING SCREW
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3 . Use a 10-3 electrical cord with the bender (not supplied)1. Slide the appropriate bending shoe onto the shaft of the main
sprocket, as shown. Align the four studs on the back of the shoe with
the four holes in the main sprocket. Push the shoe in until it stops.
2 . Locate the pendant and the pendant power cord. Plug the pendant
power cord into the back of the MXB2000 bender as shown below.
Plug the other end of the pendant power cord into the bottom of the
pendant as shown below.
Installing a Bending Shoe
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Bending ½”, ¾”, 1”, and 1 ¼” EMT, Rigid, and IMC Conduit 5. Using your foot, lift up on the pressure pedal to position the 1 ½” &
2” roller unit into the fully retracted position. The 1 ½” and 2” rollers
should drop into the fully retracted position. If they do not fully retract,
use a tool, such as a screwdriver, to adjust the roller so that both
rollers rotate counterclockwise to the retracted position. Using a tool
to adjust the roller will keep hands and fingers clear from any potential
pinch points. These pressure rollers are not used when bending ½”,
¾”, 1”, and 1 ¼” conduit.
1. Before preparing the MXB2000 for bending conduit, ensure that the
bender is disconnected from the power source.
2. Install the correct roller assembly on the bender and attach the
hinge pin to secure it to the bender. Insert the cotter pin into the end
of the hinge pin.
3. Install the appropriate bending shoe for the conduit being bent
4. Place the black roller assembly in the folded-up or vertical position.
These rollers are used when bending ½”, ¾”, 1”, and 1 ¼” conduit.
BENDING CONDUIT
MXB2000 with Roller Supports in the UP-position for bending ½”, ¾”, 1”, and 1 ¼” conduit
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