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PM7060

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MegaVise II P O R T A B L E V I S E S TA N DV ISE PORTABLE STANDS TA N D P O R T Á T I L V I S E

CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONSModel No: PM-7060

Clamping range: 0 - 956mm (37 1⁄2”) clamping range with extension piece max 1410mm (55 1/2”)

Clamping force: 1000kg (1 tonne)

Maximum load: 100kg (220.5lb)

Jaws: Urethane

Folded size: 275 x 775 x 295mm (10 7⁄8” x 30 1⁄2” x 11 39⁄64”)

Standing size: 980 x 1000 x 860mm (38 37⁄64” x 39 49⁄64” x 33 27⁄32”)

Weight: 16.5kg (36.4lb)

Thank you for purchasing this Portamate MegaVise II workclamp. These instructions contain information necessary for safe and effective operation of this product.

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Specifications 2Features 3Safety 4Setting up 5Operation 6Maintenance 8 Warranty 9

FEATURES

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Features

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1. Moving jaw2. Fixed jaw3. Body4. Lock / release

switch5. Foot pedal6. Front legs7. Rear leg8. Foot pedal

locking latch9. Front leg

locking knobs

10. Rear leglocking knob

11. Moving jaw locking tab

12. Fixed jaw facing13. Moving jaw

facings (2 pieces)

14. Foot plates

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Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in personal injury.

• Make sure all moving parts are free from interference.

• Keep hands clear of all moving parts.

• Ensure MegaVise II is set up on firm ground in a stable manner.

• Be aware of overbalancing. When a large piece is cut from one end of a job, the remaining piece may be heavy enough to over-balance the MegaVise II. Always ensure the workpiece is well supported.

• Check to make sure that all fixing screws and knobs are tight and all legs are locked into place before operating the MegaVise II.

• The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in these instructions will be considered a case of misuse. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse.

• The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

General Safety Rules

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS

Using power tools of any kind can be dangerous if safe operating procedures are not followed. Recognizing the hazards of each tool and using them with respect and caution will considerably limit the possibility of personal injury. However, if safety precautions are ignored, personal injury will likely result. Always use common sense – your personal safety-is your responsibility.

1. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual, observe the warnings and instruction labels affixed to the tool.

2. Properly ground all tools.

3. Keep guards in place.

4. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.

5. Keep work area clean and dry.

6. Keep children away.

7. Never leave running machines/tools unattended.

8. Disconnect tools from service.

9. Use correct tools for the job.

10. Never force a tool.

11. Wear safety apparel.

12. Wear safety glasses/goggles.

13. Never stand or sit on tools.

14. Replace damaged components immediately.

15. Replace damaged components immediately.

16. Properly anchor power tools to work stands.

17. Use correct blade for job being done.

18. Think Safety. Safety is a combination of operator awareness, common sense and alertness at all times.

5Setting Up

1. With MegaVise II placed upside down on the ground, loosen the rear leg locking knob (10) and slide the rear leg from

its storage position. Pivot the leg just clear of the front face. Slide it all the way forward then lift and slide it fully into its housing at the rear. Tighten the knob.

2. Raise the foot pedal (5) until it “clicks” into position.

3. Pivot the front legs (6) out as far as they will go then turn the front leg locking knobs (9) clockwise until the rounded section of the knob tightens onto the leg housing, as shown.

Several turns may be necessary on initial set-up until the clamps tighten into place – a half turn is all that is required to release the legs when folding.

4. Turn the MegaVise II upright and recheck that all legs are locked firmly in position.

5. Rotate the moving jaw locking tab (11) to the horizontal position and MegaVise II is now ready for use.

FOLDINGFolding is the reverse procedure of above. Ensure that:• The lock / release

switch is in the “unlock position”;

• The foot pedal locking latch (8) is used to release and fold the foot pedal;

• The moving jaw locking tab (11) is in the “vertical” position to prevent the jaw from sliding out

• The rear leg is engaged fully into its housing and the rear leg locking knob (10) is tightened firmly.

When in its folded position the rear leg becomes a carrying handle, to aid in transportation.

SETTING UP

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OPERATION

Operation

CLAMPING1. Check that the

moving jaw locking tab (11) is set to the horizontal position and push the moving jaw (1) back until your workpiece fits between the jaws.

2. Place the workpiece against the fixed jaw (2) and slide the moving jaw forward until it touches the workpiece.

The jaw can also be advanced forward by pressing the foot pedal repeatedly.

3. Slide the lock / release switch (4) down to the “lock” position.

If preferred the switch can be locked after the work is clamped.

4. Apply downward pressure on the foot pedal (5) until sufficient clamping force has been applied.

For extra force you may stand on the foot pedal (maximum 100kg) but do not jump on it, as you could damage the unit.

RELEASING 1. Slide the lock/release switch (4) up

to the “release” position.2. Push on the foot pedal then allow

it to return up and release the workpiece.

Ensure you are supporting the workpiece to prevent it from falling once the jaw is released. If you have clamped the object very tightly, you may need to exert more pressure on the foot pedal before it will release.

3. Slide the moving jaw back and remove your workpiece.

CLAMPING ON ONE SIDE OF THE JAWOn occasions, large or awkward workpieces can only be clamped on one side of the jaws. Always fit a spacer (the same thickness as your workpiece) to the other side of the jaws, to prevent the moving jaw from skewing.

CLAMPING LARGE OBJECTS (460mm to 956mm) The moving jaw can be reversed to accommodate workpieces greater than 460mm and less than 956mm. 1. Set the lock / release switch (4) to

the “release” position and ensure that the foot pedal is released.

2. Check that the moving jaw locking tab (11) is in the horizontal position.

3. Slide the moving jaw (1) fully from its tracks.

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4. Rotate it 180 degrees and re-insert it into the tracks.

• Whenever clamping objects with the moving jaw reversed, ensure the workpiece sits down onto the sliding jaw, and is parallel to it. Avoid clamping workpieces at the top of the jaws (with a gap between the workpiece and the base of the moving jaw) as excessive pedal pressure could damage the unit.

• When clamping large or heavy materials, provide outboard support (such as a Portamate PM-5082 Pedestal Roller) to prevent MegaVise II from tipping over.

Clamping workpieces up to 956mm can be achieved by removing the jaw facings (see page 8).

Using the extension piece for work pieces over 109cm (43”) to a max material width of 141cm (55”)• Pull the sliding jaw right off the

body.• Engage the the small square bar of

the extension piece into the sliding jaw

• The clamp that holds the two pieces together need to be tightened, using a hex head screwdriver. (not supplied)

• Slide the extension piece onto the body giving a larger clamp distance.

USING AS AN ANVILThe fixed jaw is sufficiently robust to be used as an anvil for strip metal work.

Do not use the moving jaw as an anvil. You could damage it.

USING AS A PRESSWhen the lock / release switch (4) is in the release position MegaVise II can be used as a press. With each full stroke of the foot pedal, the moving jaw will advance about 25mm.

GENERAL OPERATING ADVICEWhen working along the line of the jaws, place your foot on the foot plates (15) to prevent MegaVise II from moving.

Ripping a plank1. When ripping a plank, stop your cut

before reaching the jaws. 2. Remove the

workpiece and re-clamp with sufficient amount of the cut beyond the jaws, so that you can drop in your saw to recommence your cut.

3. Before clamping, insert a spacer slightly thicker than your saw cut, at the jaw area, to keep the cut open.

Operation

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Clamping square tubingIt is easier to hacksaw square tubing or similar on the diagonal. Use the V-grooves in the urethane jaws to securely hold your material.

Sharpening chainsawsMegaVise II makes an ideal clamp to hold a chainsaw while sharpening the teeth.

If sharpening a chainsaw use two wooden blocks, either side of the bar, to ensure the clamping jaws are clear of the chain, which can then be rotated as each tooth is filed.

• Any damage to MegaVise II should be repaired and carefully inspected before use, by qualified repair personnel.

• Servicing should only be carried out using original Portamate replacement parts.

REMOVING THE URETHANE JAW FACINGSThe jaw facings can be removed to achieve a greater clamping range, or for replacement if worn or damaged, or when fitting the optional jaws.1. The fixed jaw

facing (12) is removed by prying it off the fixed jaw (2) using a screwdriver or similar.

2. To remove the moving jaw facing, push the backing face to the right (when viewed from the front of MegaVise II) to disengage the connection pins. The backing face can then be removed, allowing the front to be pulled off the moving jaw.

The pawl carrier pivot pin may occasionally require a small amount of spray lubricant, as shown, if it doesn’t pivot smoothly.

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE

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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Warrantor warrants to the original purchaser that the PortaMate PM7060 will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase.

The obligation of this Warranty is limited to repair or replacement, at our option, of components which prove defective under normal use.

Any product or component claimed to be defective should be sent during Warranty period, postage prepaid to PortaMate, 6520 Bethuy Road, Fair Haven, MI 48023, Attn: Warranty Department, together with a copy of your original dated sales receipt. Call for authorization number before sending.

This warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties, obligations or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ONE YEAR PERIOD OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. NO AGENT, REPRESENTATIVE, DEALER, OR EMPLOYEE OF THE COMPANY HAS THE AUTHORITY TO INCREASE OR ALTER THE OBLIGATIONS OF THIS WARRANTY.

This Warranty shall not apply to any product or component which in the opinion of the Warrantor has been modified or altered in any way, damaged as a result of an accident, misuse or abuse, or loss of parts. In no case shall the Warrantor be liable for any special or consequential damages, or any other costs or warranty, expressed or implied, whatsoever.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Warranty

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GARANTIE LIMITÉE DE UN AN

Le garant garantit à l’acheteur d’origine que le PortaMate PM7060 sera exempt de défaut de matériaux et de fabrication dans des conditions d’usage et d’entretien normal pendant une période de un (1) an à partir de la date de l’achat d’origine.

Les obligations de cette garantie sont limitées à la réparation ou au remplacement, à notre discrétion, des composants dont il a été déterminé qu’ils sont défectueux suite à une utilisation normale.

Tout produit ou composant considéré défectueux doit être envoyé pendant la période de garantie, dans un colis affranchi à PortaMate, 6520 Bethuy Road, Fair Haven, MI 48023, Attn: Warranty Department, avec une copie du reçu orignal de vente daté. Appeler pour obtenir un numéro d’autorisation avant d’envoyer.

Cette garantie remplace toute autre garantie expresse, obligation ou responsabilité. TOUTE GARANTIE IMPLICITE, OBLIGATION OU RESPONSABILITÉ EST LIMITÉE À LA PÉRIODE DE UN AN DE CETTE GARANTIE LIMITÉE. AUCUN AGENT, REPRÉSENTANT, DÉTAILLANT OU EMPLOYÉ DE L’ENTREPRISE N’EST AUTORISÉ À AUGMENTER OU MODIFIER LES OBLIGATIONS DE CETTE GARANTIE.

Cette garantie ne peut s’appliquer à aucun autre produit ou composant qui, selon l’opinion du garant, a été modifié ou altéré en quelque manière, endommagé suite à un accident, mal utilisé ou abusé, ou encore perdu. En aucun cas le garant ne peut être responsable de dommages spéciaux ou consécutifs ou de tout autre coût ou garantie, explicite ou implicite.

Cette garantie donne à l’acheteur des droits juridiques spécifiques ainsi que certains autres droits qui peuvent varier d’une juridiction à l’autre.

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GARANTÍA LIMITADA DE UN AÑO

El fiador le garantiza al comprador original que el PortaMate PM7060 estará libre de defectos de materiales y mano de obra bajo uso y servicio normales durante un período de un (1) año a partir de la fecha de la compra original.

La obligación de esta Garantía está limitada a reparación o reemplazo, a nuestra opción, de los componentes que se comprueben defectuosos bajo uso normal.

Cualquier producto o componente que se reclame defectuoso debe ser enviado durante el periodo de Garantía, franqueo prepago a PortaMate, 6520 Bethuy Road, Fair Haven, MI 48023, Attn: Warranty Department, junto con una copia de su recibo de compra original fechado. Llámenos antes de enviarlo para obtener un número de autorización.

Esta Garantía precede a todas las demás garantías expresas, obligaciones o responsabilidades. CUALQUIER GARANTÍA IMPLÍCITA, OBLIGACIÓN O RESPONSABILIDAD, ESTARÁ LIMITADA EN CUANTO A DURACIÓN AL PERIODO DE UN AÑO DE ESTA GARANTÍA LIMITADA. NINGÚN AGENTE, REPRESENTANTE, COMERCIANTE NI EMPLEADO DE LA COMPAÑÍA TIENE LA AUTORIDAD DE AUMENTAR O ALTERAR LAS OBLIGACIONES DE ESTA GARANTÍA.

Esta Garantía no aplicará a ningún producto ni componente que en la opinión del Fiador haya sido modificada o alterada de manera alguna, dañada como resultado de un accidente, mal uso o abuso, o pérdida de partes. Bajo ninguna circunstancia el Fiador será responsable por daños especiales ni consecuentes, ni por cualquier otro costo o garantía, expresada o implícita, pase lo que pase.

Esta Garantía le brinda derechos legales específicos y usted puede además contar con otros derechos que pueden variar de estado a estado.

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