Wilton SHR WSHR-3017 Service manual

Operating Instructions
& Service Parts Manual
# 28910
SHR
™
Strut and
Threaded Rod
Shear
Document No. M-28910
Edition 1
10/2020
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WILTON
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086
Ph.: 800-373-8206
www.wiltontools.com
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1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – To reduce risk of injury:
1. Read and understand all warnings posted
on the machine and in this manual. Failure
to comply with all of these warnings may
cause serious injury.
2. Do not use this shearing machine for other
than its intended use.
3. Replace warning labels if they become
obscured or removed.
4. Make sure the Wilton SHR™is properly
supported by the guide bars and bases, so
that it will not tip over during use.
5. Keep ground or floor around the machine
uncluttered and free of scrap material, oil
and grease. Wear non-slip footwear.
6. Always wear protective eye wear when
operating machinery. Eye wear shall be
impact resistant, protective safety glasses
with side shields which comply with ANSI
Z87.1 specifications. Use of eye wear
which does not comply with ANSI Z87.1
specifications could result in severe injury
from breakage of eye protection.
7. Wear gloves when handling steel work
pieces to prevent possible injury from sharp
edges.
8. Wear hearing protection if noise becomes
uncomfortable or reaches unsafe levels.
9. Crushing hazard - Keep hands away from
cutting area during operation.
10. Always inspect the SHR™ before use.
Check for misalignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that
may affect the machine’s operation. If
damage is found, repair the machine
immediately or replace it.
11. Disconnect from power/hydraulic source
before performing any maintenance or
cleaning.
12. Have machine serviced only by qualified
personnel, using authorized replacement
parts.
13. Provide for adequate space surrounding
work area and sufficient lighting.
14. Do not use this machine while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
15. Keep bystanders, especially children, away
from the area while using the machine.
16. Give your work undivided attention.
Looking around, carrying on a conversation
and “horse-play” are careless acts that can
result in serious injury.
17. Maintain a balanced stance at all times. Do
not overreach while performing the work.
WARNING: This product can expose
you to chemicals including lead which is
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. For more
information go to http://www. p65warnings.
ca.gov.

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Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious, or
even fatal, injury.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury
and/or possible machine damage.
2.0 About this machine
The SHR™Strut and Threaded Rod Shear is a portable hydraulic machine designed to quickly cut
common U.S. manufactured brand struts in 12, 14, 16 and 18-gauge mild steel. A single set of blades
will provide thousands of clean, even cuts, eliminating the need for deburring. Contact WILTON for
special application blade and hydraulic sets. This product has been designed and constructed to
provide consistent long-term operation, if used in accordance with instructions as set forth in this
document. NOTE: This machine is not designed for use with fiberglass, aluminum, or stainless steel
strut.
Register your product using the mail-in card provided, or register online:
http://www.wiltontools.com/us/en/service-and-support/warranty/registration/
3.0 About this manual
This manual covers operation and maintenance procedures for the SHR™Strut and Threaded Rod
Shear. It contains instructions on setup, safety precautions, general operating procedures,
maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. If there are questions or comments, please contact
your local supplier or WILTON. WILTON can also be reached at our web site: www.wiltontools.com.
Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should
accompany it.
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WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, welding and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
lead from lead based paint
crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products
arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.
For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http:// www.p65warnings.ca.
gov/wood.

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4.0 Specifications
Table 1
Model number WSHR-3017
Stock number 28910
Power supply and cylinder
Required power supply (not provided) 10,000 PSI hydraulic
Recommended hydraulic fluid (not provided) ASTM 215, or equivalent
Cutting cycle 3 seconds
Cylinder linear force 30 short tons (27.2 metric tons)
Cylinder stroke 1 in. (25.4 mm)
Standard blade set capacities
Deep strut 1-5/8 x 1-5/8 in. (41.3 x 41.3 mm)
Shallow strut 1-5/8 x 13/16 in. (41.3 x 20.6 mm)
Maximum capacity for cut material 112 gauge mild steel
Maximum cut length when using stock stop &
included guide bars 217 in.
Minimum strut length 7-5/8 in.
Threaded rod material 1Low carbon steel (ASTM A307, grade A)
Threaded rod diameters 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8 in.
Main materials
Body frame ductile iron, ASTM A536 Grade 80-60-03
Blade set carbon tool steel, ASTM W5
Stock rest and back stop steel
Support and rods aluminum extrusion
Dimensions
Assembled dimensions (LxWxH) 26-1/8 x 17-1/32 x 10-3/8 in.(664 x 432 x 264 mm
Shipping dimensions (LxWxH) 26 x 13 x 10-5/32 in.(660 x 330 x 258 mm)
Weights
Net weight 71.5 lb. (32.5 kg)
Shipping weight 76 lb. (34.5 kg)
1Not designed for use with fiberglass, aluminum or stainless steel.
2For longer workpieces, install 1-in. diameter rods (not provided) to desired length.
L = length, W = width, H = height
The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of
continuous improvement, Wilton reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without
prior notice, without incurring obligations.

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Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting
setup or operation of the Strut Cutter. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
5.0 WSHR-3017 overview
6.0 Shipping contents
1 Main unit with hydraulic cylinder
1 Stock rest assembly
2 Bases
1 Stock stop
1 Blade set (pre-installed)
4 Lock knobs large
2 Lock knobs small
2 Guide bars w/scale 17-in.
1 Instructions and parts manual
1 Product registration card
Remove all contents from shipping carton, and check for shipping damage or missing parts. If either
of these is discovered, contact your dealer or Wilton at the phone number on the cover.
Figure 1

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7.0 Assembly
See Figures 2 and 3.
1. Insert two guide bars (A) through the frame holes. The guide bars are identical; however, they
must be oriented as shown in Figure 2. Tighten the guide bars in place with the small lock knobs
(B).
2. Slide base (C) with stock stop attached onto the bars. Make end of bars flush with outer surface
of base to ensure proper scale use, see Figure 2 inset. Install large lock knobs (D) to secure.
3. Slide base (C) onto opposite end of bars as shown. It is not important that the bar be flush on
this end. Secure with knobs (D).
4. Thread the stock rest pivot rod (E) into
the frame, with flat washers (F), lock
washer (G) and nylon lock nut (H).
5. Thread the stock rest support rod (J)
into frame.
6. Install stock rest onto the rods and
secure with flat washer (F) and lock nut
(H).
7. The stock rest should be snug but still
able to rotate freely out of the way.
Figure 2
Figure 3

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8.0 Operation
Guide bars and bases must
be used during operation to prevent unit
from tipping.
1. Connect 10,000-psi hydraulic power
source (not provided) to the universal
coupling on the cylinder. Use clean ASTM
215 or equivalent hydraulic fluid.
2. Turn on hydraulic power source and
observe the machine’s operation without
strut inserted. The blade set consists of a
stationary blade in front and a moving
shear blade in back. Watch shear blade
motion from rear of machine; it should
have smooth movement. When shear
blade has returned to rest position, both
blades should remain aligned.
3. Make sure locking knobs holding the
stationary blade are tight. Loose knobs
will cause additional load on the blades
and may shorten their life span.
4. Adjust guide bars for stock stop position.
The scale indicates length from the cutting
blade to the stock stop. Measurement is
read at the angled edge of the red plate.
See Figure 4.
NOTE: If a longer 1-in. OD pipe is used,
the red plate with its screws must be
removed.
Figure 4
5. If workpiece is longer than maximum
travel of scale rod, use 1-in. O.D. pipe or
tube of greater length (not provided) and
move stock stop farther from cutting
blade. Determine distance by placing a
measuring tape from the recess atop the
head, to the inner edge of stock stop, as
shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5
6. Make sure strut is clean and straight. Slide
strut through stock rest and through
blades, and against the stop. See Figure
6.
Figure 6
7. Activate hydraulic power source. Wait
approximately 3 seconds for strut to
separate.
8. Release hydraulic pressure to allow blade
to return to rest position. Remove cutoff
piece from back of unit before making
additional cuts.

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To cut threaded rod, loosen wing nut to release
end of threaded rod rest. See Figure 7. Place
threaded rod against the rest, in the curve
which matches the rod diameter. Slide the rod
through the matching slot in the blade.
NOTE: Cutting threaded rod requires the
threaded rod blade set (not provided; see sect.
10.0).
Figure 7
For threaded rod, there are two recommended
positions, as identified on the threaded rod blade
set. See Figure 8.
For 1/4 and 3/8 inch threaded rod, tighten locking
knob completely. For 1/2 and 5/8 inch rod, turn
locking knob slightly counterclockwise till the
debossed reference point on knob aligns with
indicator line on blade.
Figure 8
9.0 User-maintenance
Disconnect from power/
hydraulic source before performing any
cleaning or maintenance of the unit.
Periodically apply a light coat of machine oil to
exposed metal areas, such as rods, to inhibit
rust.
Periodically inspect tightness of knurled
locking knobs which secure blades to frame.
If cutting becomes difficult, remove stationary
die and clear away any shavings from cutting
area, using vacuum or brush. Do not use bare
hands.
Periodically clean and lubricate the cutting die
blade edge with machine tool oil.
9.1 Additional servicing
Any additional servicing should be performed
by authorized service personnel.

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10.0 Optional accessories for WSHR-3017
Table 2
Part No. Description
28990 Wilton SHR™ Power Pack, 30 Ton, 10,000 psi
28930 Wilton SHR™ Standard Blade Set (1-5/8" x 1-5/8" & 13/16" x 1-5/8")
28931 Wilton SHR™ Blade Set B-Line 4D21 (1-1/16" x 2-1/8")
28932 Wilton SHR™ Blade Set B-Line 4D22 (2-1/8" x 2-1/8")
28933 Wilton SHR™ Threaded Rod Blade Set (1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, 1/2"-13, 5/8"-11)
28934 Wilton SHR™ Blade Set Back to Back Strut (1-5/8" x 3-1/4")
28935 Wilton SHR™ Blade Set Deep Only (1-5/8" x 1-5/8")
All blade sets include fixed die and moving die.
11.0 Compatibility chart
Table 3
The Wilton Strut and Threaded Rod Shear is compatible with the following products.
Wilton
blade set Brand Compatible strut
28930
(standard)
Unistrut®P1000, P1100, P1000T, P1000SL, P1000HS, P1000H3, P2000 &
P4520, P4000, P4100, P4100, P4100T, P4100SL, P4100HS
B-Line®
B-Line B22, B24, B26 & B52, B54, B56
B22, B22SH, B22S, B22H17/8, B22TH, B22S58,
B24, B24SH, B24S, B24H17/8, B24TH, B24S58,
B52, B52SH, B52S, B52H17/8, B52TH, B52S58,
B54, B54SH, B54S, B54H17/8, B54TH, B54S58
Powerstrut®PS200, PS210 & PS560, PS500, PS520
Superstrut®A1200, A1400 & B-1200, B1400
28931 B-Line®4D21
28932 B-Line®4D22
28933 All mild steel rod
28934
(back-to-back)
Unistrut®P1001, P1101, P2001
B-Line®B22A, B24A, B26A
Powerstrut®PS 200 2T3, PS 210 2T3
Superstrut®A-1202
28935
(deep only)
Unistrut®P1100, P1000T, P1000SL, P1000HS, P1000H3, P2000
B-Line®B-Line B22, B24, B26
Powerstrut®PS200, PS210
Superstrut®A1200, A1400

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12.0 Troubleshooting WSHR-3017
Table 4
Problem Possible cause Remedy
Irregular cut. Stock rest not adjusted properly. Adjust stock rest so that strut is
perpendicular to cutting die
surface. Ensure that knobs are
tightened down on guide bars.
Locking knobs which hold die in
frame of main unit have loosened
(possibly from vibration over long-
term use).
Check tightness of locking knobs
after about every 100 cuts.
Hydraulic ram won’t
move, or produces
insufficient pressure.
Error with hydraulic source. Consult hydraulic pump
manufacturer’s documentation to
troubleshoot.
Shear blade won’t
return to rest
position.
Hydraulic dump valve not
functioning.
Inspect and correct dump valve
function on hydraulic system.
Blade movement blocked by
obstruction.
Clean debris from blade area.
Strut will insert
through fixed die,
but won’t go through
cutting die.
Cutting die is too far forward. Turn adjustment screw on
cylinder to move the start
position of cutting die, until strut
can enter. (5mm hex wrench
required.)
Strut is slightly curved or deformed.
(Back-to-back strut is sometimes
more susceptible to this.)
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