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Model G0756 (Mfg. Since 2/13)
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Safety for Drill Presses
No list of safety guidelines can be complete.
Every shop environment is different. Always
consider safety first, as it applies to your
individual working conditions. Use this and
other machinery with caution and respect.
Failure to do so could result in serious per-
sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor
work results.
Like all machines there is danger associated
with this machine. Accidents are frequently
caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay
attention. Use this machine with respect
and caution to lessen the possibility of
operator injury. If normal safety precautions
are overlooked or ignored, serious personal
injury may occur.
EYE/FACE/HAND PROTECTION. A face shield
used with safety glasses is recommended. Always
keep hands and fingers away from the drill bit.
Never hold a workpiece by hand while drilling! DO
NOT wear gloves when operating the drill.
SECURING BIT. Properly tighten and securely
lock the drill bit in the chuck.
CORRECT BIT. Use only round, hex, or triangular
shank drill bits.
ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Remove
all adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the
machine ON.
DRILLING SHEET METAL. Never drill sheet
metal unless it is securely clamped to the table.
SURFACE/WORKPIECE PREP. Never turn the
drill press ON before clearing the table of all
objects (tools, scrap wood, etc.) DO NOT drill
material that does not have a flat surface, unless
a suitable support is used.
DAMAGED TOOLS. Never use drill bits in poor
condition. Dull or damaged drill bits are hard to
control and may cause serious injury.
DRILL OPERATION. Never start the drill press
with the drill bit pressed against the workpiece.
Feed the drill bit evenly into the workpiece. Back
the bit out frequently to clear deep holes.
CLEARING CHIPS. Turn the machine OFF and
clear chips and scrap pieces with a brush.
Disconnect power, remove drill bit, and clean
table before leaving the machine.
OPERATING SPEED. Always operate your drill
press at speeds that are appropriate for the drill bit
size and the material that you are drilling.
MOUNTING WORKPIECES. Use clamps or vises
to secure workpiece before drilling. Position work
so you avoid drilling into the table.
TABLE LOCK. Make sure the table lock is tight-
ened before starting the drill press.
MAINTENANCE/SPEED CHANGES. Never
change speeds or do maintenance with the
machine connected to power.
EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time
you are experiencing difficulties performing the
intended operation, stop using the machine!
Contact our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663.