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Rotary Tool Introduction
A rotary tool is a handheld power tool with a rotary tip that accepts a variety of
attachments for different tasks like sanding, polishing, carving and more. Its compact
size, versatility and high speed make it an appealing alternative to large, bulky power
tools.
Rotary tool is high speed low torque tool. You don’t apply pressure to the tool but
simply hold it in hand and guide it to get its job done easily. The key takes aw
ay of
rotary tool is a matter of learning how to let its speed work for you.
The first step in leaning to use rotary tool is to get the “feeling” of it. Hold it in your
hands and get the feel of its weight, grip, tumbling, etc.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection. Always hold the tool away from your
face. Accessories can be damaged during handling, and can fly apart as they
come up to speed. This is not common, but it does happen.
CAUTION
Whenever you hold the tool. Be careful not to cover the air
ventilation openings with your hand. This blocks the air flow and causes the
motor to overheat.
How to Hold the Tool in Hand
Drawing Grip: For best control in close work,
grip the rotary tool like a pencil between your
thumb and forefinger.
Putting Grip: Holding the tool like golf putter,
used for more aggressive operations such as
grinding a flat surface or using cutoff
wheels
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