Installing/Removing Drill Bits Continued
• Tighten the chuck jaws by turning the front of the chuck clockwise,
while holding the rear in place.
DRILL BIT
CHUCK
NOTE: Whenever possible, secure the working piece in a vise
or clamp prior to starting drilling.
• To remove the drill bit, loosen chuck jaws by turning the front of the
chuck counter-clockwise, while holding the rear in place.
• Carefully remove drill bit when jaws are loose enough.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
START-UP (FIG. 1, PG. 2)
• Turn on the air compressor and allow the air tank to be filled.
• Set the air compressor regulator to 90 PSI. This air
tool operates at a maximum of 90 PSI air pressure.
• Adjust tool either in forward or reverse position.
• Depress the trigger to start operating the tool.
SHUT-DOWN (FIG. 1, PG. 2)
• Release the trigger in order to stop the tool.
• When changing drills or accessories, always disconnect
air supply to avoid injury.
• When job is completed, turn off the air compressor and store
the air tool after lubrication.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Mark the desired drilling location with an awl or punch to
provide a seat for the tip of the bit.
• Place drill bit tip on location of mark and apply
pressure to trigger to start drill. If drilling metal, apply
lubricant to reduce friction and glazing.
• Apply constant, even pressure while guiding the drill.
• Reduce pressure before cutting through workpiece.
Continue depressing trigger until bit is fully removed from
the drilled hole.
WARNING: Use of safety glasses and a breathing mask is
recommended. Drilling certain materials may create hazardous dust
which may require special breathing equipment. Check before using
the tool. Although the tool has a low noise level, the actual drilling
process may cause a noise level such that ear protectors will be
required. Safety gloves are recommended.
CAUTION: Drill bit or surface may become extremely hot during
drilling. DO NOT touch until cooled.
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