Axminster Trade AT2001DP, User Manual

General Safety Instructions

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It is good practice to leave the machine unplugged 
until work is about to commence, also make sure to 
unplug the machine when it is not in use, or 
unattended. Always disconnect by pulling on  
the plug body and not the cable.  
 
Once you are ready to commence work, remove any 
tools used in the setting operations (if any) and place 
safely out of the way. Re-connect the machine. Carry 
out a final check e.g. check the drill bit  is securely 
tightened in the machine, check you have the correct 
speed and function set, check that the power cable 
will not ‘snag’ etc.  
 
Make sure you are comfortable before you start 
work, balanced, not reaching etc. If the work you are 
carrying out is liable to generate flying grit, dust or 
chips, wear the appropriate safety clothing, goggles, 
gloves, masks etc., If the work operation appears to 
be excessively noisy, wear ear-defenders. If you wear 
your hair in a long style, wearing a cap, safety helmet, 
hairnet, even a sweatband, will minimise the 
possibility of your hair being caught up in the 
rotating parts of the machine, likewise,consideration 

should be given to the removal of rings and 
wristwatches, if these are liable to be a ‘snag’ hazard. 
Consideration should also be given to non-slip 
footwear, etc. 
 
DO NOT work with cutting or boring tools of any 
description if you are tired, your attention is
wandering or you are being subjected to distraction. 
A deep cut, a lost fingertip or worse; is not worth it! 
 
DO NOT use this machine within the designated 
safety areas of flammable liquid stores or in
areas where there may be volatile gases. There are 
very expensive, very specialised machines for
working in these areas, THIS IS NOT ONE OF THEM. 
 
CHECK that drills are the correct type and size, are 
undamaged and are kept clean and sharp, this will 
maintain their operating performance and lessen 
the loading on the machine. Above all, OBSERVE…. 
make sure you know what is happening around you, 
and USE YOUR COMMON SENSE.

General Safety Instructions for Drilling Machines

1. Do not operate the machine without carrying out 
a preliminary inspection. 
 
2. Check that the speed is correct for the planned 
operation, and the upper drive belt cover is closed 
and fastened secure. 
 
3. Check the drill bit is the correct size and type, is 
correctly fitted and tightened in the chuck. 
 
4. Make sure that the drillhead, the table bracket 
arm, the table tilt and the table swivel clamps are all 
locked before any drilling is attempted. 
 
5. Do not attempt to carry out any drilling operation 
on material that has not been secured to the drill 
table, either by vise or clamp. 
 
6. Remove any tools (chuck key, spanners etc), that 
may have been used in setting up operations and 
put them away in their correct stowage positions. 
 
7. Try to arrange the drilling operation so that the 
drill tip does not come in contact with the table. 
 
8. Always allow the drill to stop before removing 

drillings or swarf from around the job or the table. 
 
9. NEVER remove ‘flying’ swarf strands from the drill 
whilst it is turning. 
 
10. It is a good precaution to wear eye protection 
when drilling, especially using small drills, or very 
hard material that produces small chips. 
 
11. It is not a good idea to wear gloves when 
operating a drill press. 
 
12. After the job is completed, remove all tools and 
accessories from the machine, check that drill bits 
are still sharp and re-use able.  
 
13. Clean the machine down thoroughly, including 
removing coolant or cutting compounds from the 
drill table.  
 
14. Lightly coat all metal surfaces with a light oil 
coating.  
 
15. Disconnect the machine from the supply. Secure 
the cable/plug clear of the floor.