OPERATIONS
Operating this tool can propel objects into the air that may cause eye damage. To protect yourself from this hazard, ALWAYS wear ANSI approved safety glasses or goggles during operation.
Mandrels & Bits
Your mini rotary tool is supplied with two threaded mandrels that hold that hold the abrasive cones. To install an abrasive cone onto a mandrel, screw the threaded tip of the mandrel into the bottom of the cone.
Note: The cones with yellow bottoms are coarse abrasives, and the ones with blue bottoms are a medium abrasive.
To install a mandrel or bit:
1.DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER!
3.Fully insert the mandrel or bit shank into the collet until it stops, then re- tighten the collet nut.
Note: Only tighten the collet nut until the mandrel or bit cannot be removed when you tug on it. Overtightening may damage the components.
Operation Rules
Follow these rules to ensure a safe and efficient operation:
•Turn the rotary speed dial to OFF before connecting the tool to power.
•To prevent injuries from tool slippage, ALWAYS secure the workpiece in a vise or other clamping device. NEVER hold the workpiece by hand during operation.
•For efficient control of the tool, start your operation with the slowest speed, then increase the speed as needed.
•To avoid the tool slipping in your hand, make sure your hands are clean and dry.
2. Press and hold the spindle lock to keep | • |
the spindle from rotating, then loosen |
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the collet nut (see Figure 2). |
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Collet Nut | Rotary Speed Dial |
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Spindle Lock |
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Figure 2. Model T10165 controls.
To prevent excessive wear of the motor components, NEVER operate this tool for longer than five continuous minutes. Turn it OFF after this time and allow it to cool for five minutes.
To ensure a good finish, ease the cone or bit into the workpiece. Jamming it into the workpiece may damage the tool components or the workpiece.
When using the abrasive cones, use the tip of the cone. Otherwise, the abra- sive material may unravel.
Model T10165 |