ERICO ERIFLEX FLEXIBAR FLEXITOOLS User Manual
Flexitools operating guide
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FLEXITOOLS
Operating Guide
The
FLEXIBAR
tools are designed to simplify the most common tasks associated with
installation of FLEXIBAR
cutting, stripping, bending and twisting.
Cutting to Length (Cutter No. 559170):
Cuts c
lean
ly
and without burrs. Start with the required length plus approximately
10mm to allow for the sliding of the laminates during bending.
A1
Adjust cutting guide to length desired.
A2
Pull handle forward until blade has completely cut the FLEXIBAR.
A3
Return handle to open position and remove piece.
Stripping (Stipper No. 559100): Accurate stripping of insulation without marking the copper. The connecting area can be kept
as short as possible to reduce non-insulated parts in the panel. Maintain a minimum strip length at least 5 times the total
laminate thickness.
B1
Open jaws of cutter and insert FLEXIBAR.
B2
Adjust to strip length desired.
B3
Adjust jaws to be 0.5mm less than the overall width of the piece to be stripped, including insulation. This will prevent the
stripper from nicking the copper laminates.
B4
Lower cutter and apply sufficient pressure to completely cut through the insulation. Avoid applying too much pressure as
this can cause the cutter to bind.
B5
Gently twist piece and pull forward to release from cut insulator.
B6
Cut insulation using a sharp knife.
B7
Gently peel back insulation.