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SAFETY AND
OPERATING MANUAL
FOR THE MINI KIT

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  • Page 1 SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL FOR THE MINI KIT...
  • Page 2 Twist-A-Mini™ Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing bits in the Twist-A-Mini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 4 Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Looking after your Twist-A-Mini .
  • Page 5: Welcome

    Congratulations on purchasing your Twist-A-Mini rotary tool . Before using it, ™ please read this manual carefully . This manual covers how to safely use your Twist-A-Mini rotary tool, as well ™ as tips for using and maintaining it .
  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety Safety first! Your Twist-A-Mini is an advanced power tool . Your enjoyment will rely on ™ observing a high level of personal safety as well as protecting the safety of others . This section sets out important safety guidelines for operating your Twist-A-Mini ™...
  • Page 7: Electrical Safety

    Safety guidelines • Power tool plugs must match the outlet . Never modify the plug in any way . Do not use any adapter plugs with the Twist-A-Mini ™ • Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators .
  • Page 8: Personal Safety

    ™ Safety guidelines • Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the Twist-A-Mini . Do not use a power tool while you are ™ tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
  • Page 9: Dust Safety

    Safety Dust safety Some dust created by Twist-A-Mini from sanding, grinding, drilling, etching ™ and other activities on certain materials may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other harm . Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead-based paint .
  • Page 10: Power Tool Use And Care

    . • Only use accessories that are recommended for Twist-A-Mini ™ • Never use the Twist-A-Mini around flammable or volatile ™ substances or use any volatile substance to clean the Twist-A-Mini ™ Page 8 Twist-A-Mini Manual ™...
  • Page 11: Technical Data

    Technical Data Australia & New Zealand Rated: Voltage 220-240V Speed: 8,000 − 35,000/min Rated Frequency: 50Hz Protection Class: Double Insulation Power: 160Watts Weight: 1kg Twist-A-Mini Manual Page 9 ™...
  • Page 12: What's Included

    What’s included? Twist-A-Mini components ™ The following components are included with your Twist-A-Mini ™ Part Description Twist-A-Mini rotary ™ tool Twist-A-Flex rotary ™ tool attachment 10mm (3/8”) Twist-A-Flex Collet ™ Wrench 6 .35mm (1/4”) Collet 4 .76mm (3/16”) Collet 3 .2mm (1/8”) Collet Continued on next page…...
  • Page 13: Pin This On Your Workshop Wall, Or Keep It Somewhere Safe

    What’s included? Accessories & Twist-A-Bits workshop guide For a list of the accessories included with Twist-A-Mini ™ their use, refer to the separate Twist-A-Bits workshop guide . This handy workshop guide will help you to quickly match the right bit and recommended speed to the material on which you are working .
  • Page 14: Parts Of The Twist-A-Mini

    What’s included? Parts of the Twist-A-Mini ™ The following diagrams show the labelled parts of the Twist-A-Mini rotary ™ tool and Twist-A-Flex rotary tool attachment . ™ Variable Speed Dial Spindle Locking Button Hanging Loop Tool Collar ON/OFF Switch Twist-A-Flex™ Tail...
  • Page 15: Setting Up

    Setting up Which parts do I need? Before you set up the Twist-A-Mini , you must first determine which ™ components you need for your task . Part Description The Twist-A-Mini contains the ™ motor, so this will always be used .
  • Page 16: Changing The Collets

    . ™ There are three sizes of collet depending on which bits you are attaching . Note: Ø is the symbol for ‘diameter’ . Follow the steps below to change the collets on your Twist-A-Mini ™ Part Action Remove any bits from the Twist-A-Mini if applicable .
  • Page 17 Setting up Changing the collets (1) Collet Nut (2) Collet (3) Spindle Tool Collar Twist-A-Mini Manual Page 15 ™...
  • Page 18: Installing Bits In The Twist-A-Mini

    Setting up Installing bits in the Twist-A-Mini ™ Follow the steps below to change the bits on your Twist-A-Mini ™ Part Action Press on the spindle locking button (1) .Rotate the collet nut (2) until the spindle locking button clicks into place . This prevents the spindle from turning .
  • Page 19 Setting up Installing bits in Twist-A-Mini ™ (1) Spindle Locking Button (2) Collet Nut (4) Bit (3) Collet Wrench Twist-A-Mini Manual Page 17 ™...
  • Page 20: Installing The Twist-A-Flex

    Action Switch Twist-A-Mini OFF and unplug it from the power ™ source . Refer to turning the Twist-A-Mini™ on and off on page 21 . Remove the existing bit if one is already in Twist-A-Mini ™ Undo the tool collar and remove . refer to page 15 .
  • Page 21 Setting up Installing the Twist-A-Flex ™ (5) Spindle Locking Button (4) Collet Nut (2) Collet (1) Twist-A-Flex ™ rotary tool tail (3) Depth Collar (6) Twist-A-Flex Collar Twist-A-Mini Manual Page 19 ™...
  • Page 22: Installing A Bit In The Twist-A-Flex

    3/16”) collet that will take all accessories with a Ø 4 .76mm (Ø 3/16”) shank . Rotate the collet by hand to make sure the installed bit does not wobble . (2) Locking Hole (4) Bit (1) Shaft Locking Pin (3) Collet Nut Page 20 Twist-A-Mini Manual ™...
  • Page 23: Using The Twist-A-Mini

    Using the Twist-A-Mini ™ Instructional Video For more information and the instructional video, please visit our websites: www .twistamini .com/instructionalvideo ✔ www .twistamini .com .au/instructionalvideo ✔ www .twistamini .co .nz/instructionalvideo ✔ Or scan this QR code to go straight to the Twist-A-Mini instructional ™...
  • Page 24: Changing The Variable Speed Dial

    Using the Twist-A-Mini ™ Changing the Variable Speed Dial Twist-A-Mini does 8,000 to 35,000 revolutions or reciprocations per minute ™ (/min) . The lowest setting is 1 (8,000/min) and the highest setting is 6 (35,000/min) . Part Action To operate Twist-A-Mini at its lowest speed, turn the ™...
  • Page 25: Practice Etching And Grinding

    Refer to Changing the Variable Speed Dial on page 22 . Hold Twist-A-Mini™ firmly with both hands. Take care not to block the air vents . Use a light touch . Let the Twist-A-Mini ™ do the work . You just need to guide the tool .
  • Page 26: Using The Twist-A-Flex

    ™ the workpiece . Note: When etching and engraving, etch with the side of the bit, not the tip . Note: If you can, avoid laying Twist-A-Mini on the ™ workbench while working with the Twist-A-Flex . Use the ™...
  • Page 27 Using the Twist-A-Mini ™ Using the Twist-A-Flex rotary tool attachment ™ Warning! Never bend the Twist-A-Flex rotary tool shaft to a diameter of less than ™ Ø 150mm (Ø 6”) when operating, otherwise overheating can occur . Whenever possible, store the Twist-A-Flex without bends .
  • Page 28: Tips And Troubleshooting

    . It’s easy to increase speed, so if in doubt, start slow . ✔ Using the right speed will protect and prolong the life of Twist-A-Mini ™ ✔ bits . Applying too much pressure or speed will raise the temperature of the bit and shorten its life .
  • Page 29: Looking After Your Twist-A-Mini

    . Do Not use any liquids or flammable substances to clean your ✔ Twist-A-Mini . These substances may damage the Twist-A-Mini ™ ™ Use a clean cloth to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc . Use safety goggles when using an air jet to blow dust out of ✔...
  • Page 30 Looking after your Twist-A-Mini ™ Servicing and repairs Remove the power cord from the power socket before carrying ✔ out any servicing, adjustments or maintenance to Twist-A-Mini ™ attached accessories . There are no user-serviceable parts in Twist-A-Mini ™ ✔...
  • Page 31: Warranty

    This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and may not be transferred . Replacement items will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the warranty period from the date of the original purchase . Continued on next page… Twist-A-Mini Manual Page 29 ™...
  • Page 32: Dispute Resolution

    Product or this Limited Warranty shall be resolved in a cost effective manner through binding arbitration . The arbitration shall be instated through an established alternative dispute resolution provider mutually agreed upon by the parties . Continued on next page… Page 30 Twist-A-Mini Manual ™...
  • Page 33 Parnell, Auckland 1151 Fax: +64 9 306 8203 NZ Customer Care: 0800 002 999 United States Contact Brand Developers USA, LLC 2440 Clements Ferry Road, Charleston, South Carolina 29492, USA USA Customer Care: 1800 200 3111 Twist-A-Mini Manual Page 31 ™...
  • Page 34 Exclusively Distributed by: Brand Developers Australia • New Zealand • United States Brand Developers Aust Pty Ltd 461 Plummer Street, Port Melbourne, VIC 3207, AUSTRALIA AUST Customer Care: 1800 890 840 Brand Developers Limited Unit H, 686 Rosebank Road, Avondale, 1026 Auckland, NEW ZEALAND NZ Customer Care: 0800 002 999 Brand Developers USA LLC 2440 Clements Ferry Road, Charleston,...

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