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Drill
Press Safety
Warning:
Before using the drill press, read and understand these important
safety instructions:
Danger
Zone--The danger zone on the Mark V in the drilling mode
extends 3" all around the bit and chuck and 5" beneath the
bit. The reason for the extended danger zone beneath the bit
is that the quill moves the bit in that direction. Always
keep your fingers and hands out of the danger zone.
When you
work at the drill press, pay attention to where you put your
hands. Be certain they aren't beneath the bit when you advance
the quill. Never reach in toward the bit or beneath it to
clear away scraps. Turn off the machine and let it come to
a complete stop first.
- Always
wear proper eye and ear protection.
- NEVER
leave the key in the chuck. Remove the key from the chuck
IMMEDIATELY after securing the bit.
- Always
use the proper drill bit for the operation you are performing.
- Never
wear jewelry, gloves, ties, loose clothing or clothing with
long sleeves. Keep long hair tucked under a hat. Jewelry,
gloves, ties, clothing and hair could become entangled in
the bit.
- Position
the worktable at mid-chest whenever possible.
- Use
the rip fence as a backstop and hold the stock firmly against
both the worktable and the fence. If you can't use the rip
tence, use tile miter gauge or clamp the stock to the worktable.
- Use
only accessories and bits designed to be mounted in power
drills.
- Never
drill or bore metal or plastic freehand. Always clamp it
to the worktable and back-up stock, or the rip fence and
backup stock.
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