Ford F181-50, Instruction Manual

Page: 12 / 14

F181-50
EN
Copyright © 2015
P a g e | 11
www.Ford-tools.com
9 DRILLING
9.1 Drilling
Before use for drilling, the torque setting s hould be set on drill position “ ”.
When drilling hard smooth surface, use a center punch to mark the desired hole
location. This will prevent the drill bit from slipping off center as the hole is started.
Hold the tool firmly and place the tip of the drill or bit into the work piece,
applying only enough pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not force or apply side
pressure to elongate a hole.
9.2 Wood drilling
For maximum performance, use high speed steel bits for wood drilling. Turn the
torque adjustment ring on the drill to desired torque setting. Begin drilling at a
very low speed to prevent the bit from slipping off the starting point. Increase the
speed as the drill bit bites into the material. When drilling through holes, place a
block of wood behind the workpiece to prevent ragged or shintered edges on the
back side of the hole.
9.3 Metal drilling
For maximum performance, use high speed steel bits for metal or steel drilling.
Turn the torque adjustment ring on the drill to desired torque setting. Begin
drilling at a very low speed to prevent the bit from slipping off the starting point.
Maintain a speed and pressure which allows cutting without overheating the bit.
Applying too much pressure will:
Overheat the drill
Wear the bearings
Bend or burn bits
Produce off-center or irregular shaped holes
When drilling large holes in metal, it is recommended that you drill with a small bit
at first, then finish with a large bit. Also, lubricate the bit with oil to improve
drilling action and increase bit life.
10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
10.1 Cleaning
ƒ
Keep the ventilation slots of the machine clean to prevent overheating of the
engine.
ƒ
Regularly clean the machine housing with a soft cloth, preferably after each
use.
ƒ
Keep the ventilation slots free from dust and dirt.
ƒ
If the dirt does not come off use a soft cloth moistened with soapy water.
ƒ
Never use solvents such as petrol, alcohol, ammonia water, etc. These
solvents may damage the plastic parts.
10.2 Maintenance
ƒ
Our machines have been designed to operate over a long period of time with a
minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper machine care and regular cleaning.