1 2 ” Z 1 L R B / T S C O R E D R I L L
8
RUNNING THE MACHINE
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Do all pre-operational and operational safety checks from Chapter 1.
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Consider your security and stability as well as the orientation of the machine in the work area.
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Consider the work surface material, condition, strength, density and rigidity. These factors
directly affect the tools efficiency.
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Secure the machine base to the work surface by using a wedge anchor, vacuum system or other method to
ensure the base does not move.
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Use the four leveling bolts on the corners of the base to level the machine if needed.
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If not using the vacuum base, you can either take out the vacuum foam or adjust the leveling
bolts down ½” past the foam. It is generally recommended to take the foam out when not using
as it can cause tears in the foam material transporting and moving the machine.
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After placing the machine in work area, connect a safety chain or strap if necessary.
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A safety chain should attach to the machine (preferably through the carrying handle or O bolt) as
well as attached to the work area in such a manner that prevents the machine from detaching or
falling from the work area.
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If necessary, adjust drilling angle.
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Loosen the lower side bottom bolt on the base as necessary.
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Adjust the angle and tighten the side bolt
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Ensure the feed handles are securely attached to the feed spindle.
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Ensure the work surface is free of debris, oil, etc.
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Select and set up fluid delivery method or dust system.
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Select the gear you will be using.
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Do not force the gear shifter when changing between gears. There is a neutral position between
gear 1 and gear 2.
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Change gears when the machine is stopped or almost stopped.
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If using the machine horizontally with the water system, connect hose to the side of the machine using the
connector.
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This connector takes standard ¾” US garden hose hookup.
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Make sure the water valve is in the off position.
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This is generally at a 90 degree angle from the valve hose.
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Partially turn the water spigot on (usually half a turn).
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CAUTION: DO NOT turn the hose on fully! You need sufficient water when using wet
type bits. Using too much water pressure can cause the bits to not cut properly as well
as water entering the gearbox.
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Select appropriate size cutting bit. See section below for details on securing bit.
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Check that the machine is firmly attached to the work area.
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Plug the machine into power source.
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Form a loose knot in the power cord close to the plug connection to prevent fluid from running
down the cord and into the power receptacle.
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Turn feed handle raising the cutter until the bit is above the work surface.
