Di-Acro 36-K Shear Operating Instructions
Operating instructions for the Di-Acro Model 36-K foot shear, a manual metal-cutting machine from Di-Acro (Houdaille Industries, Lake City, Minnesota). This workshop manual covers machine setup including leveling and securing, then progresses through adjustment procedures essential to safe operation: front and rear material gauges, holddown bar tension, blade clearance, return spring preload, and foot treadle response. Dedicated sections address blade maintenance—sharpening technique and proper removal/installation—plus ram slide clearance and squaring gauge calibration. Includes practical operating tips accumulated from field use and a complete parts list for ordering replacement components. An essential reference for operators and maintenance technicians working with this shear.
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Document Details
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- 8
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- 5.5 MB
- Category
- Machine Tools