Harbor Freight Tools 24 in. Bolt Cutters Manual Del Producto

Bolt cutter jaws are set at the factory.  However, it is a good practice to “fine tune” 

them prior to each use.

The two screws on the side of one of the handles perform the following:  

1. 

Hex head screw located on the jaws end of the adjustment link sets the jaws 

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gap at their tip end.
Hex screw with washer at the handle end of the adjustment link sets the 

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jaws gap at the joint end.

Note 1: Before each adjustment, open the jaws slightly.  When closing the jaws, 

make sure that the jaw heels do not press against one another.

Correctly set jaws will have a uniform gap along the length of their edges.  To 

2. 

verify the gap, place a sheet of paper between the jaws and fully close them.  

They should hold the paper in place.

Note 2:  Do not turn the screws more than 1/6th of a turn (one flat of the hex) at a 

time.

Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles during use.

1. 

Never use on live electrical circuits.

2. 

Keep fingers clear of sharp blades.

3. 

Keep out of children’s reach.

4. 

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