Manufacturer:

LISCOP

Model:

Equi-Clip Mains 1400-3-TD

Rating:

50W

Rotation rate:

2100 double strokes per min.

DO NOT!

• Attempt to work on the machine with it connected to the main power supply.
• Attempt to clip a wet or perspiring animal.
• Touch the blades when moving!
• Switch the machine on with loose or missing blades. (In the interests of safety ensure that both blades are tightly seated.)
• Over tighten the blades in an attempt to force them to clip.
• Use if the voltage at your site is different to that on the clipper rating plate.
• Attempt to dis-assemble the blades or any part of the clipper over straw, shavings or other materials. Only carry out such tasks on a specified area i.e. table or work bench otherwise essential parts may be lost.
• Immerse either the machine or cutter head in liquid (oil/diesel/lubricant) of any kind.

Removing and fitting the blades:

Ensure the machine is disconnect from the power supply

Make sure both blades to be used are clean with no dirt or hair present on the cutting surfaces.

Before fitting blades loosen the tension nut - also sometimes called the "regulating nut" and remove any existing blades present. (It is important to loosen the tension nut otherwise it can affect the correct tensioning later and the resulting success of the clip.)

Turn the machine 180 degrees for comfortable working position. Using the spanner provided (you can use a broad based screwdriver) undo the two blade screws (Fig 1) and then remove the comb blade followed by the small blade - the cutter. Notice how this is seated on to prominent "nibs which are located either side of the "carrier bar", For cleaning purposes you may wish raise the "carrier bar" (Fig 1) off the drive block (you will need to undo the two fixing screws (Fig 1)

To refit the blades reverse the procedure starting with the positioning of the smaller "cutter" blade seating it on the two "nibs" earlier referred to. Next, replace the comb blade (larger of the two blades) and position tight back to the metal mounting. Insert both blade screws and tighten sufficiently at this stage to hold the blades in place. Do not tighten down finally until you are satisfied both blades are correctly positioned.

Tensioning the blades:

To adjust the plate (blade) pressure (known as tensioning the blades) the machine should be running and pointed away from you and/or any animal for safety. Gradually slacken the tension nut (see Clipper diagram) until the upper cutter plate (cutter) is no longer exerting pressure on the lower cutter plate (comb) You will note a change of pitch in the sound of the motor. (Blade clatter) This indicates that the blades are two loose.

Now tighten the tension nut until you feel slight resistance, this will indicated the motor is starting to labour. Between the two points - “chattering blades” and the start of the “motor labouring” will be found the correct clipping tension. Usually as a guide one full turn is sufficient, but this can depend on the age and life of the blades.

If for some reason the machine fails to clip smoothly it is highly likely you have not correctly adjusted the tensioning. Adjustment should be in small amounts. Increase/decrease the tension nut by no more than ¼ turns (or less) at a time to achieve optimum cutting. In most cases failure to clip correctly is operator orientated rather than a fault with the machine. Practice is valuable!

You may need to adjust the tension during the clip - this has nothing to do with any fault on the part of the clipper, rather a change in texture of the coat being clipped. (Sheep folk do it all the time!)

Avoid setting the pressure on the cutter plate too high as this will lead to excessive heat build up and will rapidly cause the blades overheat and become blunt. Keep blades well oiled. Do please remember blades can go blunt at a moment’s notice due to high levels of dirt and grit within the animal’s coat especially in the case of horses during the first clip of the season. In the case of even the best groomed horses unless they have previously been washed there is likely to be a considerable build up of particles of grit and dust which can cause blade failure (on any type of blades!) very quickly.

Oiling:

Oiling of the blades should be carried out at regular intervals during the clipping application.

It is most important to ensure that the upper plate (cutter) is kept constantly oiled and not allowed to dry out as this will lead to overheating of the blades, which will quickly impair the cutting performance.

Use only light machine oil of good quality. Do not use sewing machine oil, bone or other oil. DO NOT use WD40 ever!

Routine Maintenance:

Servicing

As the casing requires special tools to undo it, any attempted work inside the machine should only be carried out by a qualified engineer at an authorised dealership. Carbon brushes need replacing after an operating period of 300/400 hours. Servicing should be carried a intervals according to use, but at least every two years more often if extensively used

Air Filters:

The air filter two) are located in the rear of the clipper casing and both require to be regularly removed and thoroughly clean. Be sure to see that both are completely clean of all hair and dust, which rapidly build up and clog the fine protective gauzes. A high-pressure airline is the ideal method to clean otherwise wash in detergent solution and dry carefully. Keeping the filters clean is a vitally important maintenance task, which if not carried out can cause overheating of the motor with possible serious and costly damage. At the very minimum it is likely to result in inefficient clipping.

Cable lead

should be check regularly for cuts or other signs of damage (Hooves with shoes can inflict cable damage.)

Cutter head

should be cleaned regularly. Remove both blades. Using a soft brush clean thoroughly both the head and all components parts. After which wipe clean with a dry cloth. Reassemble the machine carefully and oil the cutter head.

Storage:

When not in use, having been thoroughly cleaned and oiled, the machine should be stored in a dry place preferably in your house. Do not leave in tack rooms, stables, cow barn, dairy shed, lorries, or outside! The same should apply to all blades.

Additional Information:

Readily replaceable spare parts available from Peasridge

PEASRIDGE

Repair & service all makes of clippers and trimmers
and professionally sharpen all types of blades

Tel: 01424 882900 or E-mail info@peasridge.co.uk

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