SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Safety Rules
Now that your drill press is assembled and in place, you are ready to begin using it. Your new drill press is a simple piece of equipment to set up and operate. It is a versatile tool that can be used to perform many different operations such as: Drilling, Boring, Sanding, Mortising and Shaping.
For your own protection, please read and follow these safety precautions.
•While operating this machine, do not wear jewelry, loose clothing, necklaces or neckties. Long sleeves on shirts should be rolled up or securely buttoned at the cuff.
•Persons with beards and/or long hair should consider the use of a hat, hair net or similar protective equipment.
•Always use face/eye protection when operat- ing the drill press. A full face shield will afford the best protection followed by safety glasses with side shields.
•All adjustments or maintenance should be done with the power off and the drill press unplugged.
•Never use tools that are in poor condition. Cutting tools that are dull or damaged are dif- ficult to control and may cause serious injury.
•Thoroughly clean the machine and surround- ing area after use.
•Feed the drill bit evenly into the workpiece. Back the bit out of deep cuts to cool and clean the bit.
•If you have questions about your drill press, ask a professional or an experienced user.
•Never attempt to clean wood or metal cuttings from drill bits while the drill press is running.
•The workpiece must be held securely in place using a drill press vise or clamp.
•Never use a bit with a tapered shank or square bit in a drill chuck.
•Use the correct speed for the size of bit and material being drilled.
•Always remove the key from the chuck before starting drill press.
•Remove metal cuttings with a brush, never by hand.
•Perform machine inspection and maintenance service routinely.
•Never drill sheet metal unless it is securely clamped to the table.
•Work should be secured in such a way so as to avoid drilling into the table.
•When changing speeds, always disconnect the machine from the power source.
This sums up our review of safety guidelines. Remember that every shop has its own specific hazards. Be sure, above all else, to use good common sense and reasonable caution each time you start this drill press, or any woodworking machinery. Proper safety standards rarely take any more time or energy when followed reli- giously. Develop a habit of safety.
Caution
Always wear
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