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Operation of the Micro Drill...
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Setting headstock level
(Figs 1 & 2)
Loosen the hex screw securing the depth collar (4) and adjust to the height required to
prevent damage to the headstock by sudden dropping of the headstock.
Adjusting the headstock height
(Fig 2)
Loosen the Star knob (2) whilst supporting the weight and move to the desired height.
Adjusting the spindle speed
(Figs 6, 7, 8)
Drilling different size holes in differing hardness of materials requires a choice of drilling
speeds.
There is a choice of two belt ratios an well as the variable motor speed range. To change
the belt speed, loosen the two screws on the belt cover and remove the cover. Move the
belt to the ratio required. There is no need to slacken the motor mounts to change the
speeds. Refit belt cover.
Digital Read Out (DRO)
(Fig 5)
For normal drilling operations press the ON/OFF switch first, and then press the “ZERO”
button. Press “mm/in” button to select metric or imperial readings. These two buttons can
be effected regardless of the down feed handle position, then you can start drilling. The
readings on the display can be amended at any time by pressing “plus” or “minus” buttons.
When displaying error (e.g. no readings or flashing) it means the batteries are low and need
replacing.
Push against the arrow showing in (Fig 5a & 5b) to open the battery cover, withdraw the
batteries for replacement. The voltage of the Zinc button batteries is 1.2 volts. After
replacement, re-fit the cover.
Depth pre-setting
(Fig 3a)
Turn the dial ring on the handle shank until the “0” scale is in line with the “0” scale on the
spring base.
Calculate the required drilling depth and turn the dial ring to the desired reading and tighten
the locking grub screw on the dial ring. Turn the handle to check the drilling depth is
reached when the two “0s” meet.
Fine feed function
(Figs 4 & 4d)
Press in the small knurled knob on the LH side of the headstock, (you may have to turn the
fine feed knob a small amount to permit engagement), when it is fully engaged the fine feed
knob will lower the spindle assembly very slowly. To free off the fine feed you will need to
return the spindle back to its upper position. Then pull out the small knurled knob.
Switch arrangement
(Figs 4a &4b)
The small rocker switch on the side of the headstock will illuminate when switched on. Now
turn the speed control knob from “0” to “I” when you will hear a click. Continue to turn the
knob clockwise when the motor will start and you can then control the speed as required.
Always stop the motor by turning the speed control knob fully anti-clockwise to “0”. If the
machine is switched off via the rocker switch or unplugged whilst the motor is running then
the speed control will need to be returned to “0” and then turned clockwise as above before
the motor will start again.
