Tapping Operation - Champion Brute Platinum XLT Tapper Operator's Manual

SETTING UP FOR TAPPING
CAUTION: Never use a cutting tool which is
larger than the maximum rated capacity of the
machine.
CAUTION: Always select the recommended size
tap.
Note: Always use cutting fluid to provide smooth
threading and prolong tap life.
Using the universal tap chuck, use the key to turn it
to open its jaws enough to fit the square of the tap.
Ensure that the corners of the square are properly
located in the jaws. Then use the key to securely
tighten the chuck.
NOTE: Make sure that the tap is inserted as
deeply as possible into the jaws. An improperly
seated tap will run off center and could result in
damage to the jaws or tap.
Locking screw
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ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE HOLE ISN'T OVER
TAPPED. THE HOLE'S DEPTH MUST BE MUST BE
LONGER THAN THE NEEDED THREADING DEPTH!!
ALWAYS HOLD THE TOOL AS STRAIGHT AS
POSSIBLE TO AVOID BREAKING THE TAP OR
CREATING TOO MUCH TORQUE
THE SWITCH
To Switch On:
Squeeze the trigger switch and hold to turn the
motor on.
To switch off:
Release the trigger switch.
Trigger switch

TAPPING OPERATION

NOTE: It is recommended to always use cutting
oil on the tap to give longer tap life and better
results.
1.
Prior to tapping, make sure the hole size is
correct.
2. Install tap into the Brute XLT and insert the
point of the tap into the pre-drilled hole.
3. Squeeze the trigger when there is no feed
pressure on the tap. Apply downward pressure
and the spindle will automatically spin in right
hand (clockwise) direction at low speed. Hold
the machine as square as possible with the