Matrix 2360 Programmable Shear User Manual - Section 7
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DAILY, or as needed:
Inspect and clean the blade assembly (without die block
disassembly) using denatured alcohol and cotton swabs.
Lubricate the blade before reinsertion. See Sections 7.3, 7.4
and 7.10.
Clean the exposed surfaces in and around the blade area using
a soft cloth and/or cotton swabs and denatured alcohol. Do not
use water.
CAUTION – the blade is sharp.
DIE BLOCK
CLEANING and
LUBRICATION
and
DRIVE ROLLER
CLEANING
and
LUBRICATION OF
BLADE DRIVE
ARM BEARINGS
WEEKLY:
Remove the blade from the die block. Refer to the instructions
in section 7.3. Remove the die block with the instructions in
Section 7.6.
CAUTION – the blade is sharp.
Clean the front, back, and edges of the blade frame as
described in Section 7.4. Clean and lubricate the die block as
described in Sections 7.7 and 7.8. Be careful to remove all
product debris and lint.
Using the grease specified in Section 7.8, lightly lubricate the
die block channels and the edges of the blade frame.
While the die block is removed, clean both pinch drive rollers
with a soft lint-free cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
Remove all adhesive and other contaminant buildup. Do not
gouge roller.
Before reassembling the drive arm to the blade, apply a small
amount of the grease specified in Section 7.8 to the needle
bearings using a lint-free applicator.
WEEKLY:
Check for dust and/or debris around groove. Blow off with low
pressure clean, dry, filtered air. Be careful not to bend or break
the metal pins inside the groove.
Wear a protective mask to avoid breathing any
dangerous dust or fibers collected in the static control
bar if the materials cut have been treated with any
hazardous substance. Refer to the MSDS for information about
the chemicals used in your process.