Before operation:
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Before installing Picote tools, always make sure that the machine is fully turned
off and unplugged.
•
Always round off the sharp edges of the shaft to avoid cuts and to make it easier
to insert the shaft into the tool or leader to be used.
•
Check that there is the correct length of flexible shaft (without its plastic casing) at the end of the flexible shaft
and that all screws have been loosened so that the shaft can be easily inserted inside the tool. Position the shaft
inside the tool, as far as it will go, and tighten the screws.
Consult accessory manuals (cutters & grinding chains)
for detailed information.
While in operation:
•
Always lay the machine down horizontally on the floor. During drilling, grinding and cutting processes, always use
a separate vacuum extraction system or run water in the drain to remove dust.
STARTING & USING THE MACHINE
This section contains important safety information. Failure to comply could result in serious injury.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.
The machine has an operator presence control or ‘OPC’. When the control is not held down, the machine
stops. The machine can also be stopped by pushing the Emergency Stop Button down, rotating the power
gear to “O” or unplugging the machine.
2.
Check the rotational speed of the shaft before powering up. The control of the rotational speed is located in
the motor. The rotational speed can be selected from 1 to 4.
3.
Place the tool inside the pipe.
4.
Turn on the power switch.
5.
Release the Red Emergency Switch Off Button.
6.
The machine starts when the OPC foot pedal is pressed down. Always hold the flexible shaft with both
hands firmly while operating the machine.
7.
Rotating the tool slowly makes it easier to move the tool forward inside the pipe.
8.
The life span of the shaft outer casing can be prolonged by using a Sleeve Bearing designed for the outer
casing.
There is a mechanical safety clutch installed in Mini Miller. If the machine is overloaded the safety clutch sepa-
rates the shaft from the motor. User will hear a loud noise when this happens. Release the foot pedal, pull the
shaft back a little bit and continue working. If the safety clutch is released constantly the silicone spring inside of it
may have worn down. Look at the Safety Clutch— Spring Change instructions to change the spring. Brief changing
instructions can be found also in this manual pages 20
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21.
Avoid overloading the motor.