TM 9-243
USING A WHEEL-TYPE GLASS CUTTER - Continued
6
To part the glass, slide the pane of glass so the
scored groove (6) is about 1/8 inch beyond the
table edge.
9 Hold down on the section resting on the working
surface. Grasp the section extending over the
edge with your other hand. Apply a light downward
pressure to part the glass.
10
Remaining chips may be removed by applying a
downward twisting motion using the notches of the
cutter.
CARE OF CUTTERS
1.
Make sure cutting blades remain sharp. Sharpen
3.
Store cutters in such a way as to prevent the blades
dull blades with a file or oil stone.
accidentally making contact with personnel or other
2.
When not in use, apply a light film of oil on the
metal.
cutting edges.
4.
For long periods of storage, coat entire cutter with
rust-preventive compound and store in a dry place.
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