Slate and Punch Cutter Maintenance and Care
Slate and Punch Cutter Maintenance and Care |
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Cleaning and storage |
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Don’t use solvents or water-based cleaning solutions on the plastic (PVC) handles. Instead, clean them under dry conditions by carefully sweeping with a hand brush to remove any dust or debris. | |||
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Wipe the whole tool with a cloth and dry it after every use, to prevent rusting of the metal parts. Store the tool in a dry place. | |||
Sharpening a slate and punch cutter blade |
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If you use the cutter only to cut slate, following the manufacturer’s instructions, then you won’t need to sharpen the blade unnecessarily. | |||
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When it does come time to sharpen the blade, use a sharpening stone and simply push it along the blade several times, as shown.
Please note: Cutters with a hardened, non-replaceable blade will not require sharpening. |
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Spare parts |
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If you misplace or damage your slate and punch cutter, repair kits are available for certain models which contain replacement parts. These usually consist of a replacement spring, screws with washers and two bolts with nuts. | |||
