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”
2
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”
2
OFF
Hex Bolts
2 per side
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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
3.1”(78mm)
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LOADING PEDAL
ROLLERS
RETRACTED
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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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6. The bending shoe is separated into two halves. One half of the shoe
is used for bending ½”, ¾”, 1”, and 1 ¼” conduit. The other half of the
shoe is used for bending 1 ½” and 2” conduit. See markings cast into
the center of the shoe indicating the conduit size for each half.
11. Press BEND and rotate the shoe until the bottom of the hook fully
contacts the bottom of the conduit. See illustration below. The conduit
should be held firm but you should still be able to turn it with your hand.
The arrow on the protractor scale should be at approximately the 0°
position.
12. Press and hold the BEND button to begin bending the conduit.
13. Release the BEND button to stop bending.
14. When the bend is complete, press RETURN to rotate the shoe
counterclockwise so that the conduit loosens from the hook and can be
removed from the bender.
15. After the conduit has been removed, press and hold the RETURN
button until the position arrow is pointing at approximately 5° before the
0° start position.
7. Plug the power cord into an appropriate 120V AC receptacle.
8. Turn the power switch on the back of the bender to the ON position.
9. Using the pendant controller, press BEND to rotate the shoe
clockwise. Rotate the shoe until the ½”, ¾”, 1”, and 1 ¼” half of the
shoe is facing down and the arrow pointer is at approximately 5°
before the 0° starting point.
10. Facing the front of the bender, load the conduit into the right side
of the bender. Place the conduit on the correct size roller and guide it
into the bender until it aligns with the corresponding groove in the
shoe. Continue guiding the conduit into the bender until the bending
mark is aligned with the front edge of the hook.
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to 2" conduit"
Use this half for
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1. Before preparing the MXB2000 for bending conduit, ensure that the
bender is disconnected from the power source
2. Install the appropriate 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 type of conduit being bent.
4. Place the black roller assembly in the folded-down position. This
roller assembly is not used when bending 1 ½” and 2” conduit.
5. For EMT and IMC conduit, use your foot to 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 one hand to slightly press up
on the loading pedal and at the same time, use a tool such as a
screwdriver to adjust the roller so that both rollers rotate counter-
clockwise to the retracted position. Using a tool to adjust the roller will
keep hands and fingers clear from any potential pinch points.
6. The bending shoe is separated into two halves. One half of the
shoe is used for bending ½”, ¾”, 1”, and 1 ¼” conduit. The other half
of the shoe is used for bending 1½” and 2” conduit. See markings on
the shoe showing the conduit size for each half.
7. Plug the power cord into an appropriate 120V AC outlet.
8. Turn the power switch on the back of the bender to the ON position.
9. Using the pendant controller, press BEND to rotate the shoe
clockwise. Rotate the shoe until the 1 ½” and 2” half of the shoe is
facing down and the painted hooks on the shoe are at approximately
the 6 o’clock position. On the protractor scale, the arrow should be
approximately 5° before the 0° starting point.
10. Facing the front of the bender, load the conduit into the right side of
the bender. Place the conduit on the correct size roller and guide it into
the bender until it aligns with the corresponding groove in the shoe.
Continue guiding the conduit into the bender until the bending mark is
aligned with the front edge of the hook.
11. Press BEND and rotate the shoe until the bottom of the hook fully
contacts the bottom of the conduit. The conduit should be held firm but
you should still be able to turn it with your hand. The arrow on the
protractor scale should be at approximately the 0° position.
For EMT and IMC Conduit
Bending 1 ½” and 2” EMT, IMC, and Rigid Conduit
Note: Pressure rollers are not used with Rigid conduit
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(The roller assembly has a stop which limits the travel of the pressure
pedal. When the pressure pedal is touching the stop, the rollers are
fully engaged).
12. Place your foot on the pressure pedal to bring both rollers into
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2. Use a wrench to rotate both adjusting bolts 1/2 turn clockwise to
INCREASE pressure or 1/2 turn counterclockwise to DECREASE
pressure.Be sure to adjust both bolts the same amount so that the roller
pressure is applied evenly. Measure the length of the exposed bolt and
ensure that the length is the same on both sides.
3. Tighten the set screws.
13. Before commencing with the bend, press down on the pressure
pedal with moderate pressure (approximately 30-40 lbs of force). If
the pressure pedal rotates and fully engages with the stop, the
pressure rollers are too loose and the height of the rollers need to be
raised. See section below titled “Adjusting the 1 ½” & 2” Pressure
Rollers”. If you can apply moderate downward force on the pedal and
it does not fully engage with the stop, then the rollers are adjusted
properly.
14. Start the bend by pushing down on the pressure pedal with
moderate pressure. Press and hold the BEND button on the pendant
while maintaining pressure on pedal.
15. As the bend begins, the pressure rollers should “roll in” to the fully
engaged position and the pressure pedal should come into contact
with the stop. Once the pressure rollers are fully engaged, you can
remove your foot from the pressure pedal and continue with the bend.
16. Release the BEND button to stop bending.
17. When the bend is complete, press RETURN to rotate the shoe
counterclockwise so that the conduit loosens from the hook and can
be removed from the bender.
18. After the conduit has been removed, press and hold the RETURN
button until the position arrow is pointing at approximately 5° before
the 0° start position.
Note: Pressure rollers are not used with Rigid conduit
When bending 1 1/2" and 2" EMT and IMC conduit, the pressure rollers
must be fully engaged so that they apply the appropriate amount of
pressure to the conduit. Because of variations in brands and construc-
tion of conduit, the factory setting for the pressure rollers may need to
be adjusted to provide the right around of pressure on the conduit. If
the conduit exhibits excessive side flattening when bent, the pressure
may be set too high. If the conduit becomes kinked or wrinkled, the
pressure may be set too low.
To adjust the roller pressure, do the following:
1. Use a screwdriver to loosen the set screws.
Adjusting the 1 ½” & 2” Pressure Rollers
Adjustment bolts are
at the same setting
Adjustment bolts are
at different setting
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The arrow on the shoe can be adjusted to compensate for variations
in conduit.
1. Load the conduit into the proper shoe groove.
2. Press BEND momentarily until the shoe rotates enough so that the
bottom of the conduit is fully contacting the bottom of the hook.
3. Verify that the arrow position is aligned with 0° on the protractor
scale. If necessary, loosen the hex head bolt and adjust the arrow to
align with 0°. Retighten the hex head bolt, as shown.
back-to-back bend— any U-shaped bend formed by two parallel 90°
bends with a straight section of conduit or pipe between the bends.
center-to-center distance — the distance between the successive
bends that make up an offset or a three-bend saddle.
developed length — the actual length of pipe that will be bent; refer to
distance “d” in the illustration at left.
gain — the difference between the straight-line distance (a + a) and the
shorter radial distance, (d) where:
q = angle of bend
r = the centerline bending radius of the bending shoe
kick — single bend of less than 90°
leg length — the distance from the end of a straight section of conduit
or pipe to the bend; measured from the end to the outside edge of the
conduit or pipe.
offset bend — two opposite bends with the same degree of bend; used
to avoid an obstruction.
offset height — the distance between the two legs of an offset bend,
measured perpendicular to the two legs; also called amount of offset
and depth of offset.
rise — the distance from the end of a straight section of conduit or pipe
to the bend; measured from the end to the center line of the conduit or
pipe. Also called stub or stub-up.
saddle — a three-bend or four-bend combination; used to avoid an
obstruction.
shrink — the amount of conduit “lost” when laying out an offset bend
working toward an obstruction.
spring back — the amount, measured in degrees, that a conduit or pipe
tends to straighten after being bent.
ARROW ADJUSTMENT Illustrated Bending Glossary
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1. Measure the length of the required stub.
2. See the Minimum Stub Length formula on the Deduct Table. The
required stub must be equal to or longer than the Minimum Stub Length.
3. Measure and mark the stub length on the conduit. This is Mark 1.
Subtract the Deduct from this mark and make a new mark. This is Mark 2.
4. Align Mark 2 with the front edge of the hook and bend the conduit.
Notes:
When the operator presses RETURN, the conduit may spring back a
few degrees. Compensate by overbending as shown in the Scale
Reading Table.
1. Measure the height and length of the obstruction. Select the angle to
be used.
2. See the Offset Table. The height of the obstruction must be equal to or
greater than the minimum offset.
3. Refer to the X Table to find the X dimension. Refer to the Offset Table
to find the center-to-center distance.
Note: If the center-to-center distance is not shown, calculate it by using
the multipliers shown in the Offset Table.
4. Mark the conduit as shown.
5. Insert the conduit into the bender. Align Mark 1 with the front edge of
the hook and bend the conduit.
6. Return the bender to approximately 5° before 0°. Advance the
conduit forward and align Mark 2 with the front edge of the hook.
7. Make the second bend.
Bending Instructions 90° STUBS
MARK 1 MARK 2
OBSTRUCTION
LENGTH
CENTER TO CENTER
DISTANCE
LENGTH
HEIGHT
x
Offset Table
Figures are approximate
Figures are approndmate
X Table
Max.Conduit Size
Max.Conduit Size
Max.Conduit Size
Max.Conduit Size
Max.Conduit Size
Max.Conduit Size
Center-to-Center
Center-to-Center
Center-to-Center
Center-to-Center
Center-to-Center
Center-to-Center
OFFSET
OFFSET
MULTIPLIER
OFFSET
ANGLE
CENTER TO CENTER DISTANCE-OFFSET HEIGHT X MULTIPLIER
2
2
2
2
2
2
20
1
1
12
12 14
24 28 32 36 40 44
16 20 22 18
1/2
8-1/2
3/4
3/4
7-3/4
1-1/2
1-1/2
1-1/4
1-1/2
11-5/16
46-3/8 54-1/16
16-15/16 19-13/16 22-5/8 25-7/16 28-1/4 31-1/8
61-13/16 69-9/16 77-1/4 85
14-1/8
15-7/16 23-3/16 30-15/16 38-5/8
15°
15°
10°
5.8 3.9 2.6 2.0 1.4
15° 22-1/2°
1/2 3/4 1 1-1/4 1-1/2 2
4-1/24-1/443-3/163-1/163-1/16
30° 45°
30°
30°
45°
45°
4 6
16
8
8
10
CONDUIT SIZE
“X”
Figures are approximate.
SIZE 1/2
7-1/2
7
7-1/2 9 11 14 13-3/4 15-1/4
8-7/8 10-3/4 13-1/8 13-7/8 15-3/8
9 11 14 14-1/4 16-1/8
3/4 1 1-1/4 1-1/2 2
RIGIG/PVC
EMT
IMC
MINIMUM STUB LENGTH-DEDUCT PLUS 2 INCHES
DEDUCT
Deduct Table
MARK 2
MARK 2
MARK 1
MARK 1
STUB LENGTH
DEDUCT
STUB LENGTH
Figures are approximate.
Scale Reading Table-Single-Shoe Groups
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/4
1-1/2
2
CONDUIT
SIZE
RIGID EMT IMC
15°
17 33 49 64 96 96 98
97
97
97
96
96
20 36 51
50
50
50
49
50
35
35
35
33
34
19
19
19
17
19
96
16
17
17
17
19
19
95
94 94
94
97
96
94
94
94
64 64
63
63
63
63
63
66
66
66
66
64
65
67
65
63
63
48
48
48
48
48
33 33
32
32 48
48
48
48
50
50
32
32
35
34
32
32
32
17
17
17
17
17
15° 15°30° 30° 30°45° 45° 45°60° 60° 60°90° 90° 90°
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The handle of the MXB2000 is designed to be removable. This feature
is convenient when performing complex bending and makes it easy to
replace a damaged handle.
Removal
1. Place the bender in the upright position.
2. Remove the two bolts from both sides of the handle
3. Lift the handle to remove.
Replacement
1. Insert the handle into the sleeves of the frame.
2. Align the holes in the handle with the holes in the sleeves.
3. Replace the bolts on left and right side of handle.
4. Tighten both bolts to the handle until snug.
The only proper way to lift this bender is by attaching a nylon or
polyester sling around the storage spindle. The sling should extend
between the handle and main frame of the bender so that the handle
acts as a guide for the sling.
Make sure that all components used to lift this bender are properly
rated for the 159 kg (265 lb.) weight. Use a ramp to load and unload
from a truck or other vehicle that is not equipped with a lift gate.
Handle Removal and Replacement
WARNING
Make sure the handle is properly installed and secured with the safety
clips and tightened bolts before lifting or moving the bender. An
improperly installed handle could allow the bender to fail, injuring
nearby personnel.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe injury or death.
• Model#: MXB2000
• Stock #: 66115140
• Length: 26’’
• Width: 25’’
• Height: 44’’
• Weight: 265 LBS.
Troubleshooting
SPECIFICATIONS
Problem Probable Cause Possible Remedy
Bender will
not operate.
No voltage. Check supply voltage circuit operation.
Check that switch is on.
Ensure that the pendant cable is securely
connected to the bender and the pendant
Loose pendant
cable connection
Not properly adjusted
for spring back
Not properly adjusted
for spring back
Too little squeeze on
1-1/2" or 2" EMT or
IMC conduit.
Determine how many degrees you are
under bent and add an equivalent
amount more to your bend
Increase roller pressure. See Section titled
“Adjusting the 1 ½” & 2” Pressure Rollers”
Too much squeeze on
1-1/2" or 2" EMT or
IMC conduit.
Determine how many degrees you are
overbent and subtract an equivalent
amount from your bend
Reduce roller pressure. See Section titled
“Adjusting the 1 ½” & 2” Pressure Rollers”
Bends are
overbent a
few degrees.
Sides of conduit
are smashed
Rippling defects
Bends are
under-bent
a few degrees.

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Under this 1-Year Limited Warranty, Southwire Company, LLC will have no liability for any
of the following: normal wear and tear resulting from product use and damage arising
out of misuse, abuse, modification, and improper product maintenance. This warranty
also does not cover Southwire electrical components and consumable parts that have
been modified by any party other than Southwire Company, LLC or its authorized
third-party designee. This 1-Year Limited Warranty is not transferrable to or enforceable
by any person other than the product’s original end user.
Under Southwire’s 1-Year Limited Warranty, Southwire Company, LLC warrants that all
electrical components and consumable parts such as “ropes, blades, dies, draw studs,
”grips will be free from manufacturer defects for a period of one-year from the date of
the original end user’s purchase.
.
WARRANTY ON
SOUTHWIRE CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT
SOUTHWIRE MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT SOUTHWIRE CONTRACTOR
EQUIPMENT PRODUCTS WILL BE MERCHANTABLE OR FIT FOR ANY PARTICU-
LAR PURPOSE. SOUTHWIRE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, OTHER THAN THE RELEVANT WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH
IN THIS WARRANTY SECTION. SOUTHWIRE WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY.
What Does This Warranty Cover?
Five-Year Limited Warranty on Contractor Equipment
Under Southwire’s Contractor Equipment 5-Year Limited Warranty, Southwire Company,
LLC warrants that all Southwire Contractor Equipment will be free from manufacturer
defects for a period of five (5) years from the date of the original end user’s purchase.
However, electrical components and consumable parts such as “ropes, blades, dies,
draw studs, grips, ”are excluded from this 5-Year Limited Warranty and are subject to
the One -Year warranty terms. Under this 5-Year Limited Warranty, the following are
also excluded and Southwire Company, LLC will have no liability for any of the
following: normal wear and tear resulting from product use and damage arising out of
misuse, abuse, modification, and improper product maintenance. This warranty also
does not cover Southwire Contractor Equipment products that have been modified by
any party other than Southwire Company, LLC or its authorized third-party designee.
This 5-Year Limited Warranty is not transferrable to or enforceable by any person other
than the product’s original end user.
Exclusion of Incidental, Consequential, Indirect, Special and Punitive Damages
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
Warranty Claim Information/How Do You Get Service?
For all warranty, customer service, and product return authorizations and
inquiries, please contact Southwire’s Tools & Assembled Products at:
Southwire Tools & Assembled Products
840 Old Bremen Road
Carrollton, GA, 30117
Phone Number: 1.855.SW.Tools
One-Year Limited Warranty on Electrical Components and Consumable Parts
(with 5-Year warranty)

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1. All warranty claims must be approved by Southwire’s Tools & Assembled Products
Warranty Department prior to return of product. If Southwire determines that a product
is defective, Southwire will, at its option, repair or replace defective products or
defective product components, free of charge.
2. Upon approval, Southwire will issue a Product Return Authorization Form which will
include instructions on how and where to return the product. The product serial
number and the original date of delivery must be set forth on the Product Return
Authorization Form.
3. Southwire will cover standard freight charges (Ground Courier Rate) incurred in
connection with products that Southwire ultimately determines to be defective.
4. All defective components and defective products that Southwire replaces under
these Warranties will become Southwire’s property and will be retained by Southwire.
Repair Your Product When it is Out of Warranty
Southwire is happy to provide information about where a purchaser can
send a product for repair at the consumers expense.
Contact 1.855.SWtools or visit:
https://www.southwire.com/resources/repair-centers for information
about a repair center that services conduit benders.