SEALEY SA56 Pistol Type Air Shears Instructions

: June 12, 2024
: SEALEY

Table of Contents

SEALEY SA56 Pistol Type Air Shears
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION
PREPARING SHEARS FOR USE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
Documents / Resources

SEALEY SA56 Pistol Type Air Shears

SEALEY-SA56-Pistol-Type-Air-Shears-PRODUCT

Product Information

Product Name: Air Shears Pistol Type
Model No: SA56
Manufacturer: Sealey

Specifications:

Pistol grip design for increased control and manoeuvrability
Finger tipped control
Polished aluminium housing with alloy head
Suitable for cutting straight lines in sheet metal up to 1.2mm thickness
Blades are consumable items and are not covered by warranty
Maximum cutting capacity: 1.2mm (Steel)
Air consumption: 4cfm
Operating pressure: 90psi
Air inlet size: 1/4BSP
Allen key (supplied): 4mm

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions

Ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this equipment.
Disconnect from air supply before changing accessories or servicing. Maintain the tool in good condition and replace any damaged or worn parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
Check correct air pressure is maintained and not exceeded. It is recommended to use 90psi.
Keep the air hose away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Check the air hose for wear before each use and ensure that all connections are secure.
Wear approved safety eye/face shield, ear defenders, and hand protection.
Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
Keep children and non-essential persons away from the working area.
DO NOT use the tool for a task it is not designed to perform.
DO NOT use the tool if damaged or thought to be faulty. Contact a Sealey service agent.
DO NOT use the tool unless you have been instructed in its use by a qualified person.
DO NOT carry the tool by the air hose or yank the hose from the air supply.
DO NOT operate the tool if you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or intoxicating medication.
DO NOT carry the tool with your hand on the power trigger to avoid unintentional starting.
DO NOT direct air from the air hose at yourself or others.
When not in use, disconnect from the air supply and store in a safe, dry, childproof location.

Introduction & Specification

The Air Shears Pistol Type is designed with a pistol grip for increased control and manoeuvrability. It features finger-tipped control, a polished aluminium housing with an alloy head. The shears are suitable for cutting straight lines in sheet metal up to 1.2mm thickness. Please note that the blades are consumable items and are not covered by warranty.

Preparing Shears for Use

Refer to figure 1 and figure 2 in section 3 for visual aid.

Attach the male hosetail adaptor to the shears.
Connect the leader hose to the male hosetail adaptor.
Connect the quick coupler to the other end of the leader hose.

Operating Instructions

WARNING! Ensure you read, understand, and apply safety instructions before use.

Remove the shears from the package. The tool should be assembled and ready to use.
Connect the shears to the air hose following the instructions in section 3 (refer to figure 1 and figure 2).

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 AND CAUTIONS. USE THIS 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. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this equipment.
WARNING! Disconnect from air supply before changing accessories or servicing.
Maintain the tool in good condition and replace any damaged or worn parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
WARNING! Check correct air pressure is maintained and not exceeded. We recommend 90psi.
Keep air hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check air hose for wear before each use and ensure that all connections are secure.
Wear approved safety eye/face shield, ear defenders and hand protection.
Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
Keep children and non essential persons away from the working area.
DO NOT use the tool for a task it is not designed to perform.
WARNING! DO NOT use the tool if damaged or thought to be faulty. Contact a Sealey service agent.
DO NOT use tool unless you have been instructed in its use by a qualified person.
DO NOT carry the tool by the air hose, or yank the hose from the air supply.
DO NOT operate tool if you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
DO NOT carry tool with your hand on the power trigger, this will avoid unintentional starting.
DO NOT direct air from the air hose at yourself or others.
When not in use disconnect from the air supply and store in a safe, dry, childproof location.

INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION

Pistol grip design for increased control and manoeuvrability. Finger tipped control and polished aluminium housing with alloy head. Suitable for cutting straight lines in sheet metal up to 1.2mm thickness.
Blades are consumable items and are not covered by warranty.
Maximum cutting capacity :. . . . . 1.2mm(Steel)
Air consumption:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4cfm
Operating pressure: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90psi
Air inlet size:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4”BSP
Allen key (supplied):. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4mm
Weight : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.22kg
Pressure noise level: . . . . . . . . . . . . 87.8dB(A)
Power noise level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98.8dB(A)
Measured vibration emission value . . . 4.0m/s²
Uncertainty value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.13m/s²

PREPARING SHEARS FOR USE

Air Supply

Recommended hook-up procedure is shown in fig 1.
Ensure tool valve (or trigger) is in the “off” position before connecting to the air supply.
You will require an air pressure of 90psi, and an air flow according to specification.
WARNING! Ensure the air supply is clean and does not exceed 90psi while operating the tool. Too high an air pressure and/or unclean air will shorten the product life due to excessive wear, and may be dangerous causing damage and/or personal injury.
Drain the air tank daily. Water in the air line will damage the tool.
Clean air inlet filter weekly.
Line pressure should be increased to compensate for unusually long air hoses (over 8 metres). The minimum hose diameter should be 1/4” I.D. and fittings must have the same inside dimensions.
Keep hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check hose for wear, and make certain that all connections are secure.

Air line couplings.

Vibration may cause failure if a quick change coupling is connected directly to the tool.
To overcome this, connect a leader hose to the tool. A quick change coupling may then be used to connect the leader hose to the air line recoil hose. See fig.1 and fig.2.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply safety instructions before use.
Remove the shears from the package. The tool should be assembled and ready to use. Connect the shears to the air hose as in section 3 fig.1 and fig.2.
To start the shears, depress the throttle trigger.
DO NOT allow the shears to free run for extended periods as this will shorten its life.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING! Disconnect tool from the air supply before changing accessories, servicing or performing maintenance. Replace or repair damaged parts.
DO NOT sharpen worn blades, replace with new. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
Note: Numbers in brackets refer to item numbers in the parts diagram.
Before replacing blades, note carefully the orientation of cutting blade edges. It is possible to fit the blades incorrectly. On removal be aware of the two spacers, one between outer blades and one at the pivot point of the central blade, these are critical to the tool (fig.3).
To replace the blades (34, 35 and 37), unscrew the three socket head cap screws (32) and slide the cutter housing (31) off the clamp nut (27). Remove the three socket head cap screws (32) that secure the blades (34, 35 and 37) and remove the blades. Fit new blades, ensuring the spacers (36) are correctly positioned and refit the socket head cap screws. Smear silicone grease or similar on to the outer race of the ball journal fig.4 and slide the cutter housing onto the eccentric mechanism housing, tighten the cap screw nearest the trigger. Tighten the other two socket head cap screws, the spacers ensure the blades will not be clamped.
If the air line does not have a lubricator, lubricate the tool daily with a few drops of Sealey air tool oil dripped into the air inlet.
Clean the tool after use with a dry cloth.
Loss of power or erratic action may be due to the following:
a ) Excessive drain on the air line. Moisture or restriction in the air pipe. Incorrect size or type of hose connector. To remedy, check the air supply and follow the instructions in section 3.
b ) Grit or gum deposits in the tool may also reduce performance. Flush the tool out with gum solvent oil or an equal mixture of SAE No 10 oil and paraffin. Allow to dry before use.
For a full service contact your local Sealey service agent.
When not in use, disconnect from air supply, clean tool and store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
Parts support is available for this product. To obtain a parts listing and/or diagram, please log on to www.sealey.co.uk, email sales@sealey.co.uk or telephone 01284 757500.

Environmental Protection.

Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste.
All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycle centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
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 will be required for any claim.
INFORMATION: For a copy of our latest catalogue and promotions call us on 01284 757525 and leave your full name and address, including postcode.
WARNING! – Risk of Hand Arm Vibration Injury.
This tool may cause Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome if its use is not adequately managed. This tool is subject to the vibration testing section of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
This tool is to be operated in accordance with these instructions.
This tool has been tested in accordance with: EN ISO 28927-7:2009 & BS EN ISO 15744:2008. Declaration and verification of Vibration Emission figures are in accordance with EN 12096:1997
Measured vibration emission value (a): 4.0 m/s²
Uncertainty value(k): 0.13 m/s²
Please note that the application of the tool to a sole specialist task may produce a different average vibration emission. We recommend that a specific evaluation of the vibration emission is conducted prior to commencing with a specialist task.
A health and safety assessment by the user (or employer) will need to be carried out to determine the suitable duration of use for each tool.
NB: Stated Vibration Emission values are type-test values and are intended to be typical. Whilst in use, the actual value will vary considerably from and depend on many factors. Such factors include; the operator, the task and the inserted tool or consumable.
NB: ensure that the length of leader hoses is sufficient to allow unrestricted use, as this also helps to reduce vibration.
The state of maintenance of the tool itself is also an important factor, a poorly maintained tool will also increase the risk of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome.

Health surveillance.

We recommend a programme of health surveillance to detect early symptoms of vibration injury so that management procedures can be modified accordingly.

Personal protective equipment.

We are not aware of any personal protective equipment (PPE) that provides protection against vibration injury that may result from the uncontrolled use of this tool. We recommend a sufficient supply of clothing (including gloves) to enable the operator to remain warm and dry and maintain good blood circulation in fingers etc. Please note that the most effective protection is prevention, please refer to the Correct Use and Maintenance section in these instructions. Guidance relating to the management of hand arm vibration can be found on the HSC website www.hse.gov.uk – Hand-Arm Vibration at Work.
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