Introduction; Safety Information; Unpacking; Bench Mounting - ILCO Unican 008A Manuel D'instructions

INTRODUCTION / UNPACKING
The model 008A manually operated key machine you've
just purchased incorporates the latest improvements in
design for key duplicating machines of its type.
The machine features two-way vise jaws designed to
accomodate virtually any standard cylinder key, limiting
the need for adaptors. Even double-sided automotive
keys can be duplicated with ease. The reverse side of the
After removing your 008A key from the shipping carton,
it shold be set on a level workbench and wiped free of all
rust proofing oil. The machine is adjusted at the factory
and test keys have been cut on it, but it is recommended
The 008A has been engineered to duplicate cylinder
(paracentric) keys. It is not intended or designed for any
other purpose. The machine operator assumes all liability
when using this machine in a manner inconsistent with
its stated design purpose. Refer to page 3 for complete
safety information before operating the machine.
ILCO UNICAN strongly recommends the use of
protective eye glasses or goggles when operating this
A series of cut keys are supplied with your machine.
These keys were cut on your machine and represent the
result of our quality inspectors work before approving
your machine for shipment. The keys are reproductions
of factory dimensioned pattern keys and are accurate to
within .002" or less. You can save these keys and use
them as standards to check the accuracy of cuts in the
The model 008A is designed to be portable and thus
easily moved from location to location as the need arises.
There is however, a provision for securing the machine to
a work bench or other suitable mounting surface. Simply
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Congratulations!
You've purchased a superior key cutting machine.
Unpacking Instructions

Bench Mounting

vise jaw is ideally suited to gripping these keys and is
capable of gripping them in the groove or milling for
enhanced clamping performance when necessary (see
illustration on page 9).
Accurate, portable, easy to operate and maintain, the
model 008A delivers excellent performance at an
economical price!
that you check the adjustments to make sure they have
not slipped or shifted during transit (see page 12
"Adjustment For Depth of Cut").
Safety
machine, or when in the vicinity of the machine while it
is being operated. Protective eye wear prevents injuries!
The machine should be turned off before loading or
unloading keys.
When the key machine is operating, be careful not to
bump the vise jaw or carriage against the cutting wheel
as this will cause damage to the cutter, jaw, or carriage.
Refer to pages 6 and 7 for illustrations.
Test Keys
keys you make. Duplicating a key and then using a key
micrometer or caliper to compare the actual depth of the
cuts on both the duplicate and the pattern key will allow
you to see if your machine is cutting too deep or too
shallow, thus indicating that an adjustment of the cutter
guide is necessary.
install the supplied wood screws through the 3
countersunk holes on the top surface of the machine base
when a more permanent installation is desired.