BM18A OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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3.5. Operating
Connect the machine to the power source. Put the machine
on the left
as shown in
the figure. Make sure that the workpiece is stable.
To start the motor, press and hold the switch lock
(
1
)
and the ON/OFF swit
c
h
(
2
)
,
and then release the lock. Wait
some
seconds until the speed is at the required
value.
With the two hands press
the
machine
to
the
workpiece
. Then,
slowly
move
the
machine to
the edge
(
3
) until the tool starts cutting
. Move
the machine from left to
r
ight
(
4
)
.
Start with making small width
s (3–
4
mm, 0.12–
0.16″) and increase them
with
expe
rience. Bevel in at least two passes. Set the bevel width to a value that will allow
the feed of 1 m/min (3 ft/min)
without using too much force
.
If an overload oc
cu
rs, the motor stops. This can happen when the bevel width is
too large for the hardness of material or when the cutting inserts are dull. Thus, to
prevent ove
r
load, machine hard materials in multiple passes and replace the inserts
before they become dull
.
Also, take periodic breaks during
work
and keep the air
vents unclogged. This
prevent
s motor
overheating and damage to the windings.
After the work is finished, release the ON/OFF switch to turn off the motor. Then,
wait until the rotation stops and unp
lu
g the power cord
.
Clean the machine with a dry cotton cloth and no chemical agents.
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