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Shearing is usually the first operation when preparing parts for weldments and assemblies.

When shearing on an ironworker you should make sure the area is clear for the desired length of material to be cut, stands set under the material level with the blade cutting surface, and make sure the hold down and guarding is working properly.

Mark your material to be cut, clearly or set the back gauge if the machine is equipped with one.

Slide the material through the cutting area until it reaches your mark or back gauge, stop making sure to keep your hands clear of the hold downs and shear blades.

If the machine has a manual hold down that must be turned down by hand, check your part to see if it's square to the blades and turn the hold down firmly against the part otherwise you are ready to shear.

This is done by pressing down on a pedal and making sure that you stay clear of any moving parts and that no one is standing in the rear of the shearing area.

Make sure you keep the pedal depressed until it completes the cycle.

Turn the hold down to release the part.