RLL233 Issue 4 Aug 2007
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READ BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
[2] SAFETY PROCEDURES
• When using electrical tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of electric shock, fire, and personal injury.
• Do NOT use in wet or damp conditions. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
• Do NOT use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. Failure to do so may result in
personal injury.
• ALWAYS SECURE THE MACHINE WITH THE SAFETY STRAP - PART NO.
RD4329 BEFORE STARTING TO OPERATE - for the user's protection in case of power
failure or the magnet's breaking loose whilst in use. Failure to do so may result in
personal injury.
• ALWAYS WEAR APPROVED EYE AND EAR PROTRCTION WHEN THE
EQUIPMENT IS IN OPERATION. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
• Disconnect from the power source when changing cutters or working on the machine.
• When changing cutters, or removing swarf, ALWAYS wear approved gloves.
• ALWAYS ENSURE CUTTER RETAINING SCREWS ARE SECURE - they sometimes
vibrate loose when the machine is in continuous use.
• Regularly clear the work area and machine of swarf and dirt, paying particular attention
to the underside of the magnet base.
• With a gloved hand, and after switching off, remove any swarf which might have
gathered around the cutter and arbor before proceeding with the next hole.
• Before operating the machine, always remove tie, rings, watches and any loose
adornments which might entangle with the rotating machinery.
• Should the cutter become 'fast' in the workpiece, stop the motor immediately to prevent
personal injury. Disconnect from the power source and turn arbor to and fro. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO FREE THE CUTTER BY SWITCHING THE MOTOR ON AND OFF.
• If the machine is accidentally dropped, always thoroughly examine the machine for signs
of damage and check that it functions correctly before trying to drill a hole.
• Regularly inspect the machine and check that nuts and screws are tight.
• Always ensure when using the machine in an inverted position that only the minimum
amount of coolant is used and that care is taken to ensure that coolant does not drip on to
the motor unit.
• Cutting tools may shatter, ALWAYS position the guard over the cutter before activating
the machine. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.