5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
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Wait for the machine to stop.
Unless the machine is fitted with a safety brake, some parts may
continue to move due to momentum. Wait for all parts to stop, then unplug it from the power supply
before making any adjustments, carrying out maintenance operations or just finishing using the tool.
Remove and check setting tools.
Some machinery requires the use of additional tools or keys to
set, load or adjust the power tool. Before starting the power tool always check to make certain they
have been removed and are safely away from the machine.
Prevent unintentional starting.
Before plugging any machine in to the power supply, make sure the
switch is in the OFF position. If the machine is portable, do not hold the machine near the switch and
take care when putting the machine down, that nothing can operate the switch.
Carefully select an extension lead.
Some machines are not suitable for use with extension leads. If
the tool is designed for use outdoors, use an extension lead also suitable for that environment. When
using an extended lead, select one capable of handling the current (amps) drawn by the machine in
use. Fully extend the lead regardless of the distance between the power supply and the tool. Excess
current (amps) and a coiled extension lead will both cause the cable to heat up and can result in fire.
Concentrate and stay alert.
Distractions are likely to cause an accident. Never operate a power tool
if you are under the influence of drugs (prescription or otherwise), including alcohol or if you are
feeling tired. Being disorientated will result in an accident.
Have this tool repaired by a qualified person.
This tool is designed to conform to the relevant
international and local standards and as such should be maintained and repaired by someone
qualified, using only original parts supplied by the manufacturer. This will ensure the tool remains safe
to use.
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9. SETTING
THE
DRILL
9.5 GENERAL DRILLING - FIG. 15
As a guide the depth is indicated on the scale.
Loosen the lock handle
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and rotate handles
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until the pointer
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lines up with the depth you wish to
drill on the scale
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Then tighten the lock handle
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All holes will then be drilled to the exact depth, as
indicated on the scale.
Use a scrap piece of material to test before beginning
on the workpiece.
When drilling metal it is good practice to use a cutting
fluid to aid lubrication, swarf removal and as a coolant.
This will result in increased cutting performance and
help prolong the life of the bit. A few drops of oil will
suffice in the absence of a specific cutting fluid.
9.6 DUST AND SWARF
All wood dust (including dust from composites like
chipboards and fibre boards etc) is hazardous to
health: it can affect the nose, the respiratory system
and the skin. For example MDF (medium density
fibreboard) which contains formaldehyde is a
known carcinogen.
A correctly fitted dust mask, suitable for the activity
and in accordance to the relevant standard, must
be worn.
For work activities involving exposure to fine wood
dust a mask rated to at least FFP2 should be used.
Swarf produced by metal cutting is extremely sharp.
Take care when breaking the chips/clearing the bit.
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