Usually does not completely sever one or both wires on the ends. Is there any way to adjust the blade?
331119
I have never had that problem but yes, it will adjust with a screw. I just click it twice and all the wires go out. It works but if yours does not just adjust screw or sharpen it. I know they make good stuff so call the 800 number and ask for repair or replacement. They are a very good company.
331120
Return it and get another... this should never be an issue. I just had an alignment issue on the one I ordered on Amazon. Had to RMA it.Also, make sure to never crimp when the wires aren't passed through the tool properly and straight, this will cause the blade to get bent or dull prematurely. ...I'm no longer ordering these on amazon, I haven't had good luck with quality from the ones received on here, now getting from approved platinum tools dealers and having much better luck.
331121
Well all I can say this crimp tool is a piece of junk. It does not cut the wires and the crimp is not acceptable. I have taken it out of service. Used it twice. It's too costly to try using it again. If Platinum tools was a reputable vendor they would ask for the tools back and correct the situation. Never buy a Platinum product again.
331122
Me too, the blade does not cut the wire off at either end, the White/orange and the Brown. Piece of junk....Lost a customer screaming about shoddy work. The clam shell on the EZ RJ45 would not seat into the jack and kept falling out of the router. POS
1340091
Unscrew the handle and remove the broken wire from both ends. On the bottom of the slicer, there should be two wires taped to the bottom. Each wire has two loops on it. Slip the wire over both ends from where they were attached and screw the handle back on. The handle should allow you to put tension on the wire to make it good and tight. (The handle is the tensioning device.)
1839241
Over time the blade will bend in the box due to the way it rests, sometimes it is a factory issue, it just comes out bent, and to fix it is a bit time consuming but simple, level it our on a flat hard surface like a desk, have the curvature aimedo down toward the desk and set heavy objects on the blade, give it some time, about a day, and the blade should have straightened enough for you to bend it in the reverse direction to get it next to perfect
2244093
Move it back over to the left while closing the blade. Pretty standard on many knives.
1682310
On my unit the 3 screws that hold the blade will not release. I have tried both directions...thinking they may be reverse thread...still no movement.Tried some penetrant...no luck.Any thoughts
947121
Haha, a common problem if your not familiar. There is a metal tab that runs along the inside of the handle. Push it to the left then slowly and carefully close the blade forward and shut
908
The end that contains the blade is slightly smaller than 3", maybe 2.8" +/- across
1711801
I had a lot of trouble at first and then it started working fine. The lever you push forward to release the blade wasn't going far enough forward. Work it and see if it loosens up and goes nearly all the way forward, where it is almost parallel with the blade. Then the blade will come out easily. Hope that works for you.
2020182
Touching the blades shouldn't destroy it, or make you need a replacement.. Are you sure you have the small pull up wire section pushed all the way in ? if not, it will not work...
1625067
I have not crossed that bridge yet. I was hoping to be able to pry the end off with a precision screw driver then burn the ends and trim them up in order to use again. I left my end quite long and tuck it in the laces so I could cut that end thing off an reuse if I had to. Bob C
1388929
I shortened mine by first marking where the cut needed to be and making the cut with a large utility knife. The other option would be with a Hacksaw, either should do the job. If you do a search on the internet "best method for cutting wiremold" you should get some results/feedback on the subject.
1944199
I had to fiddle a little the first time too so don't feel bad. First, replace the black back plate. The little plastic tab goes in the middle of the retaining wire. Once it is in place, flip out the tab on the blade and hold the blade with this tab. Be careful, those blades are sharp! Try to replace the blade. You will probably need to turn it until it seats fully. Then push the tab back in place.
1274178
You can ADJUST the Laser by using an allen wrench. Hitachi has a video on youtube that shows the process https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rwLXIGhBPU. The video is extremely helpful. I am a righty so I have my laser set so it is to the left of the cut.
1943305
I think mine is about the same. I actually had to cut off the end of the adapter because it was too longs but it was easy to cut wit a reciprocating saw. Works just fine after I cut some if it off.
121746
Don't touch the handles themselves. The wire is adjusted by sliding the stainless steel collar at one end of the wire towards the opposite end. It doesn't matter which end you choose - let this handle slide towards the middle of the wire, out of the way. Loosen the collar by undoing the set screw with a screwdriver. There should be a diagram that shows you what length is correct for you - the end of the handles should be approx arm pit height I believe. Once you have decided the right length, re tighten the collar with the set screw and remove the excess wire with sturdy wire cutters or pliers with cutting jaws. At the end of this excess wire there is a little protective cap. Take this off and put it on the new end of the wire. Work with one end of the wire only. Aim to replicate the other "factory finished" end exactly as a comparison. The only difference will be the wire is shorter in between the handles if all goes well. Hope this helps.
913439
Use a wire cutter. I use a pair of scissors at first but it left the ends frayed. Wire cutter
1383285
Take a screw driver and slightly bend the metal flange in between the farm so that it aligns with the blade when open. If that doesn't work I gues you need trend it back