Specific Safety Instructions - Champion Brute Platinum XLT Tapper Operator's Manual

Terminology used in the manua
1. Warning: This term means that there is a risk
of physical harm or death to the operator or
people nearby.
2. Caution: This term means that there is a risk of
damage to the machine, cutting tool or other
equipment
3. Note: This terms offers useful information
relating to the operation of the machine or its
maintenance.

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do not operate with dull or damaged
cutting tools. This may overload the motor.
2. Protect the motor. Never allow coolant fluid,
water, or other contaminants to enter the
motor.
3. Metal chips are often very sharp and hot.
Never touch them with bare hands. Clean up
with a magnetic chip collector or other
appropriate tool.
WARNING: NEVER attempt to use machine with
incorrect current or abnormally low voltage.
Check machine nameplate to ensure that correct
voltage and Hz are used.
INTRODUCTION
This machine is specifically desiged for tapping of
pre-drilled, correct sized through holes or blind
holes in various metals. Its gearbox is specially
designed to spin clockwise when downforce is
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applied, to not spin when no downforce is applied,
and to spin counterclockwise when upforce is
applied. This makes it fast and convenient to tap
and then to remove the tap. This machine is only for
tapping. All other uses are prohibited.
LIST OF CONTENTS
• Brute Platinum XLT Tapper
• Side Handle
• Depth Stop
• 4mm Hex Key
• Carrying Case
ASSEMBLY
Mount the side handle to the front of the gearcase
and turn the grip clockwise to tighten.
CAUTION: Before tapping ensure that the hole is
the correct size for the tap. An undersize hole
will cause the tap to jam causing a hazardous
situation.
CAUTION: When tapping a blind hole do not
bottom-out the tap. Bottoming will cause the
tap to jam, causing a hazardous situation.
PROPER LUBRICATION:
Always apply cutting fluid for smooth tapping.
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