Dremel 398-49 owner manual Questions or Problems ? Call, Using the Rotary Tool

Page 10

DM 2610934164 05-06 10/6/06 8:41 AM Page 10

Using the Rotary Tool

The first step in learning to use the Rotary Tool is to get the “feel” of it. Hold it in your hand and feel its weight and balance. Feel the taper of the housing. This taper permits the Rotary Tool to be grasped much like a pen or pencil.

When you turn on the tool for the first time, hold it away from your face. Accessories can be damaged during handling, and can fly apart as they come up to speed. This is not common, but it does happen.

Practice on scrap materials first to see how the Rotary Tool cuts. Keep in mind that the work is done by the speed of the tool and by the accessory in the collet. You should not lean on or push the tool into the work.

Instead, lower the spinning accessory lightly to the work and allow it to touch the point at which you want cutting (or sanding or etching, etc.) to begin. Con- centrate on guiding the tool over the work using very little pressure from your hand. Allow the accessory to do the work.

Usually, it is best to make a series of passes with the tool rather than attempt to do all the work in one pass. To make a cut, for example, pass the tool back and forth over the work, much as you would a small paint brush. Cut a little material on each pass until you reach the desired depth. For most work, the gentle touch is best. With it, you have the best control, are less likely to make errors, and will get the most efficient work out of the accessory.

Questions or Problems ? Call 03-5415317

or check our website at www.Dremel.com

For best control in close work, grip the Rotary Tool like a pencil between your thumb and forefinger.

The “handgrip” method of holding the tool is used for operations such as grinding a flat surface or using cutoff wheels

WARNING

Wear Eye Protection

!Whenever you hold the tool, be CAUTION careful not to cover the air vents

with your hand. This blocks the air flow and causes the motor to overheat.

Page 10

Page 9 Page 11
Image 10
Page 9 Page 11
Contents Operating/Safety Instructions Model Series Digital High Speed Rotary ToolPersonal Safety Power Tool Safety RulesElectrical Safety Work AreaService Safety Rules for Rotary ToolsAccidentally activate the switch Some dust created by power Rotary Tool Functional Description and SpecificationsCollet capacities 8mm, 1,6mm, 2,4mm, 3,2mm FLEX-SHAFT to Rotary Tool Installation AssemblyBalancing Accessories ColletDisengagement of the Flex-Shaft Collet and Accessory AssemblyCollet Removal and Replacement Do notTo attach, follow the four steps shown below Cutting Guide InstallationOperating Instructions for Cutting Guide Attachment For use in drywallOperating Instructions for Rotary Tool Flex-Shaft Attachment Questions or Problems ? Call Using the Rotary ToolElectronic Feedback Circuitry EFC Operating Speeds for AccessoriesDigital Speed Selector Switch Needs for Slower SpeedsUse only Dremel Tested, High Performance Accessories Depending on cutting direction relative to grainAluminum Oxide Grinding Stones Silicon Carbide Grinding StonesSanding Accessories Maintenance of Replaceable Brushes Model MaintenanceCarbon Brushes Bearings CleaningExtension Cords If an extension cord is Warning necessary, a cord withDremel Accessories Sanding Accessories Wire BrushesPolishing Accessories Bristle BrushesTile Cutting Bit Cutting WheelsDrywall Cutting Bit Spiral Cutting Bit565 566 Multipurpose Cutting Kit Tile Cutting Kit Questions or Problems? CallDremel Attachments Cutting bitModel 212 Drill Press Model 330 Router AttachmentModel 225 Flex-Shaft Model 231 Shaper/Router Table801 825 810 824 801 826 6502615302807 Collet Lock Assembly 2615298792 Field Assembly 26109079422610928647 Housing Set 2610930692 Wrench810
Top Page Image Contents