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4.2 Electromagnet
Make sure the magnetic drilling machine is placed on a smooth, clean, level and solid
surface without any objects or debris in between to guarantee maximum adhesion.
The workpiece must be at least 6 mm (1/4") thick for the magnet to stick, but minimal 3 mm
(1/8") thick to hold the weight of the machine and to drill safely. In case the workpiece is
between 3 mm (1/8") and 6 mm (1/4"), make sure to make a proper base to create a good
magnetic field as shown below.
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The electromagnet will work best on surfaces of at least 10 mm (3/8") thickness.
The electromagnet may not be able to create a good enough magnetic field. Causes may be:
- Surface not flat
- Workpiece not magnetisable (e.g. aluminium or stainless steel)
- Workpiece coated or painted
- Workpiece not thick enough
Make sure to solve any of these matters before proceeding in any way and creating unsafe
situations.
1. Connect the machine to the mains/work piece;
2. To activate the magnet, press the red magnet switch. It will be lit;
3. To deactivate the magnet, press the same switch again.
It is not a certainly that the magnet will not release from the material. We accept no
liability in case the magnet does not function or functions poorly.
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