"Lock-On" Button; Depth Adjustment; Line Guide - Dremel SM20 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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"LOCK-ON" BUTTON

The "Lock-ON" feature, incorporated into the
paddle switch, is a convenience for long
operations.
TO LOCK SWITCH "ON": After paddle switch
has been activated push "Lock-ON" button at
rear of tool completely in and release paddle
switch (Fig. 7).
TO SWITCH TOOL "OFF": Squeeze and
release paddle switch (Fig. 7).
In order to try to avoid recoil (a situation where
the wheel wants to skip out of the material) it
is recommended to make cuts in the same
direction as the rotation of the wheel.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

Disconnect plug from power source. Loosen
the depth adjustment lever located on the right
side of the tool. The foot is spring loaded and
will lower automatically (Fig. 8).
Tighten lever counter clockwise at the depth
setting desired. Check desired depth (Fig. 8).

LINE GUIDE

The cutting guide notch will give an
approximate line of cut (Fig. 9). Make sample
cuts in scrap lumber to verify actual line of cut.
GENERAL CUT OFFS
Maintain a firm grip and operate the switch with
a decisive action. Never force the tool. Use a
light and continuous pressure (Fig. 10).
After completing a cut and the
WARNING
switch has been released, be
aware of the necessary time it takes for the
wheel to come to a complete stop during coast
down. Do NOT set the tool down until the
accessory has come to a complete stop.
1. Make sure material being cut is secured in a
vise or fixture before attempting to cut
2. Keep your body positioned to either side of
the wheel, but not in line with the wheel. It is
important to support the tool properly and to
It is important to read and
WARNING
understand the section in
this manual called "Kickback and Related
Warnings".
FIG. 7
PADDLE
SWITCH
DEPTH SCALE
LINE GUIDE
position your body such as to minimize body
exposure from possible wheel binding and
recoil.
FIG. 10
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"LOCK-ON"
BUTTON
"LOCK-OFF"
SWITCH
RELEASE LEVER
DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT
LEVER
FIG. 8
FIG. 9