11. Operation Positions
The drill stand can be used for drilling ceilings, floors and walls. Individual safety instructions for each area of applications as described in the following chapters must be observed and complied with.
The three main drilling directions (area of application) are:
Floor position: | The feed direction is vertical and downward. |
Wall position: | The feed direction is horizontal. |
Overhead position:The feed direction is vertical and upwards.
Floor Positions
A falling core can cause serious injury. The danger zone underneath the drilling area must be sealed off and the core must be supported.
Wall Position
Before drilling into a wall, the operator must ensure that there are no obstructions at the exit point and that there is no risk of injury.
Overhead Drilling
It is not permitted to secure the drill by means of the vacuum plate when carrying out overhead drilling. Follow local codes for anchoring overhead. Overhead drilling may only be carried out if a water collector and vacuum collection system is used. During overhead drilling, only use impact anchors suitable for zones subject to tensile force.
Angle Drilling
When angle drilling, always work at low drilling pressure until the drill bit is completely engaged.
12. Fastening the Drill Stand (Base Plate)
There are three options available for fastening the base plate;
Fastening with threaded rod and
Fastening by means of a threaded rod and locking nut with washer;
Fastening by means of a vacuum plate and vacuum pump.
Fastening by means of a Threaded Rod and
Fastening the drill stand base plate should be carried out without the drill motor installed.
To ensure that the device is securely fastened, only use
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