15. Maintain Tools With Care
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Do not use dull or broken Hougen Cutters.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged,
have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and, if damaged, have repaired
by authorized service facility. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
16. Disconnect Tools
When not in use, before servicing, and when changing Hougen Cutters or accessories.
17. Remove Adjusting Keys and Wrenches
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
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11. Always Wear Safety Glasses or Goggles
12. Dress Properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They might entangle with spinning chips or get caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear sturdy leather gloves
when working indoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
13. Do Not Abuse Cord
Never carry drill unit by its cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
14. Do Not Overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all time.
18. Check Damaged Parts
Before further use of the drill, a part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere
in this operator manual. Do not operate tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
19. Stay Alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
Have defective
switches replaced by authorized service center.
20. Outdoor Use Extension Cords
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
Refer to
Table 1
for recommended extension cord gauge.
21. Additional Safety Precautions
Arbor and cutter should never be used as a hand hold. Keep hands and clothing away from all moving parts.
Do not use Hougen Cutters where ejected slug might cause injury (slug ejected at end of cut). Be sure
that all safety devices are properly adjusted and in use. Also, adhere to all operating instructions. Do
not drill through any surface that may contain live electrical wiring. Drilling into a live wire could cause
exposed metal parts of the drill to be made live. Remove chips wrapped around Hougen Cutter and
arbor after each hole. With motor off and power disconnected, grasp chips with leather gloved hand or
pliers and pull while rotating counterclockwise. Should the cutter become jammed in the work, stop the unit
immediately to prevent personal injury. Disconnect the drill from the power supply and loosen jammed cutter
by turning the arbor counterclockwise. Never attempt to free the jammed cutter by starting the motor. If service
is required contact your nearest authorized service center.
22. Non-Conforming Cutting Tools
Your Magnetic Drill is designed to use Hougen Cutters. The use of drilling tools having different shank
styles is not recommended as they may not tighten securely in the drill arbor with risk of accident or
injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT)
23. Operating Near Welding Equipment
It is not recommended to operate your magnetic drill near or around a welder while
welding is being performed. Damage to your drill could result.
24. Safe Electrical Connection
Wet electrical connections are shock hazards. To prevent the cutting fluid from traveling
along the cord and contacting the plug or power outlet, tie a drip loop as shown. Also
elevate extension cords or gang box connections.
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