California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Your risk from
exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in
a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles. For more detailed information about California Proposition 65 log onto rikontools.com.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often.
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This owner’s manual is not a teaching aid. Use of this owner’s manual is intended to
show assembly, adjustments, and general use.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR DRILL PRESSES
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This machine is intended for the drilling of wood, composite materials, plastics, ferrous and non-ferrus metals.
The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed (see Technical Specification). Any other use not
as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment
manufacturer, can cause unforeseen damage and invalidate the warranty.
ATTENTION:
Use of this drill press
still presents risks that cannot be eliminated by the manufacturer.
Therefore, the user must be aware that wood working machines are dangerous if not used with care and all
safety precautions are adhered to.
1.
Do not operate the Drill Press until it is assembled
and you have read all of the instructions.
2. Do not operate the Drill Press unless you are familiar
with its safe operation. If you are not familiar with
the operation of a Drill Press seek advice from your
supervisor, instructor or other qualified individual.
3. If you are using a bench top Drill Press, it must be
securely fastened to a stand or bench.
4. If you are operating a floor Drill Press it must be
securely fastened to the floor.
5. Always clear the table and work area before turning
on the Drill Press.
6. Always use drill bits, cutting tools and accessories
with a 1/2” shank or less.
7. Never place hands near the drill bit, cutting tool or
accessory while operating the Drill Press.
8. Always wear approved, safety eye wear and hearing
protection while operating the Drill Press.
9. Never wear loose clothing, gloves or ties while
operating the Drill Press. Tie loose hair back.
10. Always wear a dust mask and use adequate dust
collection and proper ventilation.
11. Always have a firm footing while operating the
Drill Press.
12. Always keep the work surface and work areas clear
of debris.
13. Never attempt to do set-up work, assembly or layout
work on the Drill Press while it is in operation.
14. Always lock all table, column and head locks before
turning on the Drill Press.
15. Never start the Drill Press with the drill bit, cutting
tool or accessory in contact with the work piece.
16. Never operate the Drill Press with a damaged drill
bit, cutting tool or accessory.
17. Always check that the drill bit, cutting tool or
accessory is held tight in the chuck.
18. Never operate the Drill Press with the chuck key in
the chuck.
19. Always adjust the depth stop to avoid drilling into
the table surface.
20. Never drill material unless it is properly supported.
Non flat work pieces require additional support.
21. Always clamp the work piece to the table.
22. Always support large work pieces at the same height
as the table.
23. Never remove the work piece or clear the table until
the Drill Press comes to a complete stop.
24. Never operate the Drill Press with missing, damaged,
worn, loose or defective parts.
25. Never adjust, change speeds or perform main-
tenance on the Drill Press while it is operating.
26. Always clean the work surface and work area when
finished operating the Drill Press.
27. Always disconnect the power when adjusting or
performing maintenance on the Drill Press.
28. Always disconnect the power when finished using
the Drill Press to prevent accidental operation.
