Gerber HS15 Plus - Tool Force Adjustments Factors; Tool Holders Identification

18 HS15
plus
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Worn blades require a higher tool force setting.
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Before cutting, refer to the
HS15
plus
Tool Force Settings
Reference Card
at the back of this manual for suggested tool
force settings for different tools and materials. Set the tool force
accordingly. If you find that different tool force settings produce
more satisfactory results with your particular system, tools, and
materials, be sure to mark the preferred settings on your card for
future use.
ADJUSTMENTS
Several factors affect tool force and require setting changes:
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Type of material -- See the
HS15
plus
Tool Force Settings Reference
Card.
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Knife mode and tool -- Drawing, pouncing, cutting, knife mode,
and blade angle all affect the tool force setting.
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Blade wear -- Increase tool force after several thousand cuts.
Gerber recommends experimenting with tool force settings as well as
keeping a logbook of the settings. Refer to the
HS15
plus
Tool Force
Settings Reference Card
for guidelines.
Tool Holders
For quick identification, each tool holder has a different colored cap.
The cap helps lock the tool in place in the carriage spindle during
operation. In addition, red sleeves protect tool tips from accidental
damage during storage. Remove the protective sleeve before installing a
tool holder in the carriage spindle.