Specific safety rules for drill presses
WARNING: Do not operate your drill press until it is completely assembled and installed
according to the instructions.
1. Never turn on the drill press before clearing the table of all objects (tools, scraps, etc.).
2. Always keep hands and fingers away from the drill bit.
3. Do not drill material that does not have a flat surface, unless a suitable support is used.
4. Never start the drill press with the drill bit pressed against the workpiece.
5. Make sure the table lock is tightened before starting the machine.
6. Never perform layout, assembly, or set-up work on the table while the drill is in use.
7. Make sure drill bit is securely locked in the chuck.
8. Make sure chuck key is removed from the chuck before turning power on.
9. Adjust the table or depth stop to avoid drilling into the table.
10. Always stop the drill before removing scrap pieces from the table.
11. Use clamps or a vise to secure workpiece to the table. This will prevent workpiece from
rotating with the drill bit.
12. Do not wear gloves when operating a drill press.
13. Shut the power off, remove the drill bit, and clean the table before leaving the drill press.
14. Set the drill press to the speed appropriate for the job.
15. Should any part of your drill press be missing, damaged, or any electrical component fail to
perform properly, shut power off and unplug the drill press. Replace missing, damaged, or
failed parts before resuming operation.
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