Operation

WARNING

Control Panel

Line Lockout

The line lockout prevents the drill motor from starting when line power is ﬁrst applied to the system or after a momentary power loss.

Motor/Magnet Interlock

The motor/magnet interlock is a feature that prevents power from being applied to the drill motor if the magnet is not energized. The motor magnet interlock also prevents the magnet from being de-energized while the motor is running.

Diagnostic Light

Low current reduces the magnet's holding power. When current is low, the detection light will ﬂash and the drill motor will stop. When the magnet light ﬂashes, check for the following:

Magnetic Holding Force

The electromagnetic drill press attaches magnetically to any ferrous metal. It is designed for use on 1/2" or thicker ferrous stock. Holding power will decrease on thin- ner stock, a backup plate must be used. The magnetic base WILL NOT hold on non-mag- netic grades of stainless steel.

Backing Plate

A backing plate must be used when the workpiece is less than 1/2" thick because the electromagnet cannot provide sufﬁcient holding force on thickness’ less than 1/2". The backing plate must bring the combined thickness of the workpiece and backing plate to at least 1/2". Make sure the backing plate is larger than the magnet footprint. Clamp the backing plate underneath the workpiece,

To reduce the risk of injury, always use a safety chain when drilling overhead or on a vertical surface.

Safety Chain

Fig. 5

C-clamp

Fig. 6

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•Low voltage at the plug

•Loose motor connection

•Mag panel buttons are jammed or stuck

If the detection light continues to flash, take the entire unit to an authorized service center.

Auto Base/Chip De-Mag (Motor must be OFF)

The metal chips formed while drilling have a tendency to retain some residual magnetism and stick to the base once the electromagnet is de-energized. In order to prevent this, a base/chip de-mag is accomplished after the motor has stopped by pushing the magnet button. The indicator light will turn off and the base will automatically de-mag.

Electronic Switching

The drill motor may be switched from forward to reverse without ﬁrst having to bring the motor to a full stop. Ideal for tapping.

Soft-Start

Soft-start is incorporated into the system to help increase drill motor life and decrease stress on the overall system. This feature increases the drill motor speed up from zero to the maximum speed set by the dial in less than one (1) second.

Feedback/Speed Control

The electronic speed control system allows the user to obtain repeatable speed selec- tions, at a given speed dial setting, without the constant change seen with standard speed controls.

directly below the magnet, before turning the magnet on.

The workpiece must be able to support the mag stand’s weight without bending. A bent workpiece reduces the magnet’s contact area which can result in the magnet com- ing loose.

Surface Preparation

Paint, rust, scale or uneven surfaces de- crease the holding strength of the magnet. Chips, burrs, dirt and other foreign materials on the surface of the magnetic base will also decrease holding power. Use a smooth, ﬂat ﬁle to keep the magnet clean and free of nicks. Clean the surface before attaching the drill stand to the material.

Rack and Pinion

These units have a 10:1 feed ratio: i.e. for ev- ery pound applied to the handle, you create ten pounds on the drill point, thereby elimi- nating operator fatigue. Even large bits only require a small amount of pressure on the handle. Example: 20 Pounds on the handle creates 200 Pounds on the drill point.

A safety chain is standard equipment with every unit. Should a power loss occur, the mounting could come loose.

When mounting the tool to a vertical surface, the safety chain must be used to secure the tool to the surface.

1.To mount the tool to a vertical surface, place the magnetic drill press on the prepared surface. Push the magnet button on to activate the magnet.

2.Route the safety chain through the lower carrying handle and wrap it tightly around a solid, rigid structure as shown (Fig. 5).

3.Eliminate any slack in the chain. Hook the safety chain together using the snaphook provided.

4.Secure the safety chain with a c-clamp or similar device. This will hold the chain in place and prevent the tool from sliding down the vertical surface.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields. Unplug the tool before changing accessories or making adjustments.

A - Drill Rotation Speed - Fast/Slow

Adjusting the dial changes the drill rotation speed electronically. The higher numbers on the dial produce faster rotation.

B - Forward Drill Button

C - Reverse Drill Button

The drill may be set to two positions: forward and reverse.

1.For forward (clockwise) rotation, push the green forward button. Check the direction of rotation before use.

2.For reverse (counterclockwise) rotation, push the yellow reverse button. Check direction of rotation before use.

D - Magnet Button - On/Off

The magnet button must be activated before the drill will run.

1.To turn the magnet on, push the “Mag- net” button. The red indicator light will turn on.

2.To turn the magnet off, push the “Mag- net” button. The red indicator light will turn off.

E - Drill and Magnet Interlock

The drill will not operate unless the magnet button is pushed and the red indicator light is on. If the operator attempts to start the drill before turning on the magnet, the drill buttons will not function.