CAUTION!
In all cases, verify that the outlet in question is properly grounded. if you are not sure, have a
licensed electrician check the outlet.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
12. Use only accessories designed for this drill press to avoid serious injury from thrown,
broken parts or workpieces.
a. WHEN CUTTING LARGE DIAMETER HOLES:
Clamp the workpiece firmly to the table. Otherwise
the cutter may grab and spin at high speed. Use only one-piece, cup-type, hole cutters. DO NOT
use fly cutters or multi-part hole cutters, as they come apart or become unbalanced in use.
b. Drum sanders must NEVER be operated on this drill press at a speed greater than the
speed rating of the drum sander.
c. Do not install or use any drill bit that exceeds 7" (17.8 cm) in length or extends 6"
(15.2 cm) below the chuck
jaws. They can suddenly bend outward or break.
d. Do not use wire wheels, router bits, shaper cutters, circle (fly) cutters or rotary planers
on this drill press.
e. Use recommended speed for drill accessory and workpiece material.
f. Accessories must be rated for at least the spindle speed setting of the drill press.
This drill
press has five spindle speeds. Check spindle speed setting of the drill press based on the pulley speed
chart located inside the pulley housing. Ensure accessories used have a higher speed rating than the
current spindle speed setting of the drill press. Accessories running over their rated speed can fly apart
and cause injury.
13. Direction of feed for drum sanding
• Feed workpiece into a sanding drum or other approved accessory, against the direction of rotation.
• A kickback occurs when workpiece suddenly binds on the cutting edge of the tool and the workpiece
is thrown by the cutter in the direction of the cutter’s rotation. This can cause serious injury.
14. Note and follow the safety warnings and instructions:
For your own safety, read and understand instruction manual before operating drill press:
• Wear safety glasses or safety goggles.
• Do not wear loose fitting gloves, necktie or loose clothing. Tie back long hair.
• Clamp workpiece or brace against column to prevent rotation.
• Use recommended speed for drill accessory and workpiece material.
• Use only recommended accessories.
• Before starting, be certain chuck key is removed from chuck and that motor, head and table are
locked.
• Keep pulley cover closed when not making belt adjustments.
• Unplug drill press before making bit/accessory changes, adjustments or repairs.
• Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
15. This drill press has five speeds: 620 RPM, 1150 RPM, 1630 RPM, 2180 RPM AND 3070
RPM.
See inside of guard for specific placement of belt on pulleys.
16. Think safety
Safety is a combination of operator common sense and alertness at all times when the drill press is
being used.
USE SAFETY GOGGLES AND EAR PROTECTION:
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH CUL REQUIREMENTS. FLYING
DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage.
The tool is loud and the sound can cause hearing damage. Always wear ear protection to help
prevent hearing damage and loss. Failure to comply may result in moderate injury.
USE DUST MASK:
Some dust created by drilling contains chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals come from lead-based paints,
crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products, arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber. To reduce exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated
area with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS:
This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING!
Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your drill press) to become commonplace.
Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
CAUTION!
In all cases, verify that the outlet in question is properly grounded. if you are not sure, have a
licensed electrician check the outlet.
