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14 GAUGE SWIVEL HEAD SHEARS

MODEL H5503

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNINGSome dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind-ing, drilling, and other construction activities containschemicals known to the State of California to causecancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and

other masonry products.• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated

lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending onhow often you do this type of work. To reduce yourexposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilatedarea, and work with approved safety equipment, suchas those dust masks that are specially designed to fil-ter out microscopic particles.

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For Your Own Safety Read Instruction ManualBefore Operating This Equipment

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, ifnot avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, ifnot avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, ifnot avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful infor-mation about proper operation of the equipment.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardousconditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which areintended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progres-sion of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by them-selves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident pre-vention measures.

NOTICE

Safety Instructions For Power Tools1. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN

PLACE and in working order.

2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS ANDWRENCHES. Form a habit ofchecking to see that keys andadjusting wrenches are removedfrom tool before operation.

3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.Cluttered areas and benches inviteaccidents.

4. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUSENVIRONMENT. DO NOT usepower tools in damp or wet loca-tions, or where any flammable ornoxious fumes may exist. Keepwork area well lighted.

SAFETY

5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORSAWAY. All children and visitorsshould be kept a safe distance fromwork area.

6. WATCH FOR SHARP EDGES, thistool may produce a sharp edge onsheet metal.

7. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will dothe job better and safer at the ratefor which it was designed.

8. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. DO NOTforce tool or attachment to do a jobfor which it was not designed.

9. DO NOT USE UNDER THE INFLU-ENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.

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10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDfor the tool. Make sure your extensioncord is in good condition. Conductorsize should be in accordance with thechart below. The amperage ratingshould be listed on the motor or toolnameplate. An undersized cord willcause a drop in line voltage resultingin loss of power and overheating.Your extension cord must also con-tain a ground wire and plug pin.Always repair or replace extensioncords if they become damaged.

Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DONOT wear loose clothing, gloves,neckties, rings, bracelets, or otherjewelry which may get caught in mov-ing parts. Non-slip footwear is recom-mended. Wear protective hair cover-ing to contain long hair.

12. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.Also use face or dust mask if cuttingoperation is dusty. Everyday eye-glasses only have impact resistantlenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

13. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or avise to hold work when practical. It issafer than using your hand and freesboth hands to operate tool.

14. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep properfooting and balance at all times.

Safety Instructions For Power Tools

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15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.Keep tools sharp and clean for bestand safest performance. Followinstructions for lubricating andchanging accessories.

16. DISCONNECT TOOLS before ser-vicing and changing accessories.

17. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTEN-TIONAL STARTING. Make sureswitch is in off position before plug-ging in.

18. USE THE RECOMMENDEDACCESSORIES. Consult theowner’s manual for recommendedaccessories. The use of improperaccessories may cause risk of injury.

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Beforefurther use of the tool, a guard orother part that is damaged should becarefully checked to determine that itwill operate properly and perform itsintended function. Check for align-ment of moving parts, binding ofmoving parts, breakage of parts,mounting, and any other conditionsthat may affect its operation. A guardor other part that is damaged shouldbe properly repaired or replaced.

20. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNINGUNATTENDED. Turn the power off,and do not leave tool until it comes toa complete stop.

21. NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINEDUSERS TO RUN THIS TOOLWHILE UNSUPERVISED.

22. IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THEINTENDED OPERATION, STOPUSING THE TOOL. Seek formaltraining or research books or maga-zines that specialize in power tools.


INTRODUCTION

Commentary Most importantly, we stand behind ourtools. If you have any service questions orparts requests, please call or write us atthe location listed below.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.1203 Lycoming Mall Circle

Muncy, PA 17756Phone: (570) 546-9663

Fax: (800) 438-5901E-Mail: [email protected] Site: http://www.grizzly.com

We are proud to offer the Grizzly ModelH5503 14 Gauge Swivel Head Shears.This model is part of a growing Grizzlyfamily of fine power tools. When usedaccording to the guidelines set forth in thismanual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and proof ofGrizzly’s commitment to customer satis-faction.

This shear features a 120 volt, 4 amp, 3⁄4HP motor and a heavy duty aluminumhead that swivels 360˚. It can cut up to 14gauge mild steel and 18 gauge stainlesssteel, and is capable of cutting 12.5 feetper minute.

We are pleased to provide this manualwith the Model H5503. It was written toencourage safety considerations andguide you through general operating pro-cedures and maintenance. This manualrepresents our effort to produce the bestdocumentation possible.

The specifications, details, and pho-tographs in this manual represent theModel H5503 as supplied when the manu-al was prepared. However, owing toGrizzly’s policy of continuous improve-ment, changes may be made at any timewith no obligation on the part of Grizzly. Ifyou have any comments regarding thismanual, please write to us at the addressbelow:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.C/O Technical Documentation

P.O. Box 2069 Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Read the manual before assemblyand operation. Become familiar withthis tool, its safety instructions, andits operation before beginning anywork. Serious personal injury mayresult if safety or operational infor-mation is not understood or followed.


OPERATION

Test Run

Operating these shears can propelobjects into the air, causing immedi-ate eye damage. To protect yourself,always wear American NationalStandards Institute (ANSI) approvedsafety glasses or goggles when oper-ating this equipment. To protect yourhands, always wear leather hand pro-tection when operating this shear.

Swivel Head

Preparing For Operation

Before performing a cut, you will need toprepare the workpiece.

Check the type and the gauge of the mate-rial that will be cut. Make sure the capaci-ty of the shears can handle the material tobe cut.

Cutting Capacities:

• Up to 14 gauge sheet metal• Up to 18 gauge stainless steel

Make sure that the workpiece is securebefore starting the cut.

Figure 2. Loosening set screw.

Figure 1. ON/OFF Trigger.

Before performing any cutting operations,test run the tool.

1. Connect the tool to a power sourceand squeeze the trigger (Figure 1).

2. If everything appears to be in workingorder, you are ready to set up a cut.

The aluminum head on the Model H5503 iscapable of rotating 360˚.

To rotate the head of the shears:

1. Loosen the middle and rearsetscrews (shown with arrows inFigure 2) on the side of the shear-head.

2. Rotate the head until the desiredposition is reached, then tighten thesetscrews.


Cutting Trigger Lock

To start a cutting operation:

1. Choose a work space that is ade-quate for the size of material to becut and secure the workpiece.

2. Layout the cut lines in your materialwith a scribe or writing utensil.

3. Start cutting at the edge of the work-piece as shown in FIgure 3. Youmust apply forward pressure tobegin cutting. DO NOT force shearsthrough the workpiece.

Note—If everything is properly adjustedand in working order, there should be aspiral trail of sheet metal exiting the shearas you make your cut.

Figure 3. Starting at the edge.

Figure 4. Trigger Lock

To operate the trigger lock when cut-ting:

1. Begin cutting the material.

2. While cutting, press the trigger lockbutton into the handle as shown inFigure 4.

3. Continue cutting without holdingdown the trigger.

4. Squeeze in the trigger and the trig-ger lock will disengage.

Never start a cut with the triggerlock on. Only engage the trigger lockwhen the shears have entered andstarted cutting the workpiece.Serious personal injury and damageto the workpiece can occur.

The removed spiral metal is sharp.DO NOT try to remove the metalfrom the workpiece by hand. Useheavy leather gloves when handling.Serious personal injury could occur.

The trigger lock allows you to cut withoutholding in the trigger.

When making an inside cut, drill a startinghole in the material. This will provide aninterior starting edge to cut the material.


Changing Blades

To change the blades:

1. Make sure the tool is disconnectedfrom the power supply.

2. Unscrew the three cap screws in thehead of the shears and set themaside.

3. Remove the head assembly fromthe main body of the shear by pullingit forward (Figure 5).

Figure 5. Shear head removal.

4. Remove the middle blade and sideblades from the housing. Keep thespacer bushing for re-assembly.

5. Sharpen or replace the blades.

6. Install the blades back into the hous-ing.

Note— Reassemble the blades backinto the housing the same way theywere taken out. Make note of theirorientation.

7. Place the head around the gear boxcover ring and tighten the capscrews to lock it into position.


LubricationAlways disconnect the power from thetool before performing any mainte-nance.

• Place one drop of light machine oil inthe shear jaws (as shown in Figure 6)before every use. Wipe off any excessoil to avoid dust build-up.

Figure 6. Lubricating shear.

MAINTENANCE

Figure 7. Bearing lubrication area.

• Place a few drops of heavy oil on thebearing assembly (Figure 7). Removethe gear box cover and lubricate thebackside of the bearing assembly.

Changing Motor BrushesCarbon motor brushes are an importantfactor in maintaining quality power tool per-formance.

To change the motor brushes:

1. Remove the four screws in the handlecover (Figure 8).

Figure 8. Handle cover screws.

Figure 9. Carbon brushes.

2. Remove the old motor brushes fromthe side of the motor casing (Figure9).

3. Replace the carbon brushes and reat-tach the handle cover.

Screws

Gear Box Cover

Bearing Assembly


Cleaning ShearUse a good solvent to clean the jawassembly of the shear. Avoid getting sol-vent on the plastic body of the shear as itmay damage the plastic. Always be surethat the shear is dry before using it again.

Do not allow dust, chips, sand, etc. into theair vent holes. This could lead to motor fail-ure and premature bushing failure.

Never use use gasoline or other flam-mable liquids to clean this tool.Vapors in the tool may ignite, causingthe tool to explode. Ignoring thiswarning may lead to serious personalinjury or even death!

Basic Care

The following should be performed on thetool when applicable:

• Blow off dirt, dust and debris from thetool and out of the air vents.

• Maintain a sharp edge on your bladesfor the best performance.

• Clean the power cord and coil it neatlywhen the tool is not in use.

• Repair or replace damaged parts.

• Keep the blade safety cover on whenthe tool is not in use.


NOTES


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DESCRIPTION REF PART #

1 PH5503001 BODY COVER2 PH5503002 BEARING STAND3 PH5503003 STATOR4 PW05M FLAT WASHER 4MM5 PH5503005 SPECIAL TAP SCREW M4-X 626 P607 BEARING 607Z7 PH5503007 FAN COVER8 PH5503008 ROTOR9 PH5503009 BEARING STAND10 PH5503010 GEAR BOX11 PH5503011 SEALING MAT12 P608ZZ BEARING 608ZZ13 PH5503013 GEAR BOX14 PH5503014 COVER OF GEAR BOX15 PH5503015 SPACER 16 PH5503016 SPECIAL TAP SCREW 4MM X42MM17 P6000 BALL BEARING 6000ZZ18 PH5503018 SPACER 11MM19 PR46M INT RETAINING RING 2720 PH5503020 NEEDLE BEARING21 PH5503021 CAM BEARING22 PH5503022 BLADE HOUSING23 PH5503023 SPECIAL NUT24 PH5503024 BLADE25 PH5503025 BLADE26 PH5503026 BUSHING27 PH5503027 BLADE28 PH5503028 SPECIAL CAP SCREW29 PH5503029 SWITCH30 PH5503030 POWER CORD31 PH5503031 BRACKET32 PHTEK10 TAP SCREW 4MM X11MM33 PHTEK8M TAP SCREW M4 X 2034 PH5503034 HANDLE35 PH5503035 CARBON BRUSH (2)36 PH5503036 GRIZZLY ID LABEL

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