Chicago Electric 68696 owner manual Work Piece & Work Area Set-Up, Operating Instructions

Instructions For Putting Into Use

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Turn the Power Switch (15) of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

Set-Up

Your Rotary Tool will require some set-up prior to operation. To assist you with set-up, please refer to the following instructions. Also see the Parts List and Assembly Diagrams near the end of this manual.

It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you use the Rotary Tool. Before setting-up your Rotary Tool, be sure that you have all parts described in the Parts List.

Assemble attachments based on the intended use of the tool.

Set-up and disassemble your Rotary Tool Set for each use. Put back all pieces in the case provided and store in the case to ensure that no pieces are lost.

To Insert Accessories:

1.Insert Collet (2) into the shaft. Slide the Collet Nut

(1) over the Collet. Insert the desired accessory fully into the Collet.

2.Press down on the Lock Button (4) while turning the Collet Nut. The shaft will click into place.

3.With the Shaft locked in place, use the Wrench (Accessory I) to tighten the Collet Nut.

Note: Some cutting wheels, polishing tips and accessories need to be attached or inserted into another shaft or mandrel to be used. In these cases, please note the following instructions.

4.Thread the accessory onto the screw of the

Mandrel (Accessory L) into the Collet. Following the preceding steps, tighten the Collet Nut.

To Remove Accessories:

1.Press down on the Lock Button while turning the

Collet Nut counterclockwise. You will feel the Shaft click into place.

2.With the Shaft locked in place, use the Wrench to loosen the Collet Nut and remove the accessory.

Work Piece & Work Area Set-Up

1.Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury.

2.Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.

3.Secure loose work pieces using a vise or clamps (not included) to prevent movement while working.

4.There must not be hazardous objects, such as utility lines or foreign objects, nearby that will present a hazard while working.

5.You must use personal safety equipment including, but not limited to, ANSI-approved eye and hearing protection, as well as heavy work gloves and work apron.

6.Before beginning work, plan and provide for sparks and debris that will fly off the work surface. CAUTION: Always have access to a type AAA fire extinguisher.

Operating Instructions

TO PREVENT

SERIOUS INJURY:

Grip the tool firmly.

To assist you with operation, please refer to the Assembly Diagram and Parts List near the end of the manual.

Never force the tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. It is designed to do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.

1.For most uses, it is helpful to grasp the tool much like a pencil. This will allow the finest control of the tool. Before starting on your actual workpiece, practice a similar action (drilling, cutting, polishing) on a scrap piece.

2.Apply only slight pressure. Let the tool do the work. To prevent heat build-up, do not cover the air vents with your hands during use.

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