Operating The Machine; Important - TOM TPC-16AL Manuel D'utilisation

OPEraTinG THE MaCHinE

Always follow the safety instructions and comply with applicable regulations.
Adjust the table height and drilling depth so as to not drill the table.
Insert a wooden block to protect the table and the drill.
Make sure that the drill bit does not move the workpiece.
clamp the workpiece to the table or use the vice supplied.
Select the speed so that the drill bit can operate fast and without interruption.
If the drill speed is too high, this could lead to burn marks; if it is too slow, this could make the motor stall or break the drill bit.

iMPOrTanT!

Keep your fingers at a safe distance from the rotating drill bit and keep in mind the fact that the workpiece or your hands might slip.
never remove chips and machined workpieces before the machine has come to a halt.
never work with the chuck guard or belt cover open.
Always fix the vice to the table.
never work on a workpiece held in the air with no support from the table.
Place long workpieces on support stands.
sETTinGs
before setting the machine, disconnect it from the mains.
Changing the speed
loosen the safety screw and open the belt cover.
A speed/belt position chart is provided on the inside of the cover. use the chart every time you change the speed.
change the speed.
loosen the belt tension locking rods on both sides. Release the belts.
change the belt position as indicated on the speed/belt position chart. tighten the belts and lock the two belt tension rods.
close the cover and tighten the safety screw.
the drill press cannot be started up if the belt cover is open. A safety contact will keep the power switched off.
Setting the depth stop:
use the depth stop to drill several holes of the same depth. lower the shaft with the drill to the required depth.
Set the depth stop setting nut (E, fig. 1) on the locking jaws. When you turn the wheel, the bit cannot be lowered below that depth.
table tilt:
never carry out this setting when the machine is operating. loosen screw c to tilt the table
iMPOrTanT!
The drill press cannot be started up if the belt cover is open. A safety contact will keep the power switched off.
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