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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Always wear approved eye protection during
operation. Use safety glasses or goggles which
conform to BSEN136 or CE equivalent that
provide protection from the front and side. The
operator of the pillar drill is responsible for
following accepted eye, face, respiratory, hearing
and body protection.
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Always ensure that all long hair and loose
clothing, ties, scarves, jewellery, etc., are
secured or removed.
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Always consult a doctor if numbness, tingling,
pain or whitening of the skin occurs. Repetitive
work motions, awkward positions and exposure
to vibration can cause “Repetitive Strain
Injuries”.
SPECIFIC OPERATING HAZARDS
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The Pillar Drill must be mounted and firmly
anchored on a flat and level surface. When
selecting a suitable location for mounting this
machine consideration must be given to the
maximum length of the material to be drilled or
machined and the position of the operator.
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Always ensure the electric cable is not damaged
before connecting the Pillar Drill to the electricity
supply.
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Always use recommended attachments or parts
and make sure that they are kept sharp and
fitted correctly, that all the securing bolts are
tight and all guards are fitted and operating
correctly and that the chuck key and any other
adjustment tools have been removed.
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Select the correct spindle speed for the size of
drill being used. See the instruction manual.
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When drilling use the correct cutting
lubricant/coolant for the material being drilled.
Use only sufficient to prevent the drill from
overheating and make sure that it is kept well
away from electrical components. Never use
water as a coolant.
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When drilling long lengths ensure that there is
adequate support at both ends of the material.
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Never use the Pillar Drill without the safety
guards in position and operating correctly.
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Ensure that the work piece is free from any nails
or other foreign objects that could damage the
drills and other cutting tools.
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Always secure the workpiece in a suitable
machine vice. Never try and secure the
workpiece with your hands.
Warning:
Be aware that swarf can be very sharp,
hot and can fly off the rotating drill. When
handling swarf always wear suitable gloves.
Swarf should not be disposed of with domestic
waste, it should be disposed of at a recycling
centre.
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Never leave the Pillar Drill connected to the
electric supply when unattended.
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Always switch off using the on/off switch when
the pillar drill is not in use.
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Never use the Pillar Drill without the guard
attached.
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Never deface the rating plate on the Pillar Drill.
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Never make any alterations to the Pillar Drill and
only use it for the task for which it has been
designed.
A comprehensive repair and service
facility is available through your
local Osaki agent.
MAINTENANCE
SERVICE & REPAIR
THE ENVIRONMENT
Always dispose of unwanted tools, accessories and packaging materials in an environmentally
friendly manner.
For EU and EEA countries only.
In observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) and its implementation in accordance with national law, electrical goods that have reached
the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.
Do not dispose of electrical goods with domestic waste materials as inappropriate disposal may
cause potential hazards to the environment and human health.
For further information, please contact your local authority or the retailer from whom you purchased
the product.
This product does not contain any restricted substances in concentrations and applications which
are banned by the European RoHS Directive.
The drill requires very little maintenance apart from keeping all unpainted surfaces coated in light oil.
Keep the machine clear of swarf which should be disposed of in a proper manner and not put into
domestic refuse bins.
Always inspect and check the set up and adjustments before using the machine.
