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KNOW YOUR PRODUCT FLOOR MOUNTED PEDESTAL DRILL • 750W (1HP) INDUCTION MOTOR • 16 SPEED SETTINGS • 3-16MM KEYED CHUCK • SAFETY GUARD INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing a Full Boar Floor Mounted Pedestal Drill. Your Full Boar Pedestal Drill FBT-8501 has been designed for drilling large or small holes in wood, metal, plastic etc. Heavy duty cast iron base and table provide a solid and stable work surface.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “Power Tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PEDESTAL DRILL IMPORTANT! When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating manual with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place so that the information is available at all times.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PEDESTAL DRILL 11. Avoid unintentional start-up: Ensure that switch is turned off when plugging the plug into the socket. 12. Keep an eye on your work: Always keep an eye on your machine and the object you are working on.
ASSEMBLY WARNING! During assembly ensure the pedestal drill is disconnected from the mains power supply. WARNING! Some parts are heavy, two-person lift may be required to avoid injury. 1. Carefully remove contents from the packaging. 2. Select a firm, level surface on which to assemble the pedestal drill. Base &...
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ASSEMBLY (cont.) Rack & table 1. Install the rack (16) onto the table support (8) as shown (fig. 4) Fig. 4 2. Hold the rack (16) in position while sliding the table support (8) onto the column (5) (fig. 5) Ensure the rack (16) is positioned on the right side of the column (5) (when viewing the product from the front).
ASSEMBLY (cont.) Main housing 1. Lift the main housing (14) and slide it down onto the column (5) as far as it will go. Before securing the housing, ensure the spindle aligns with the table (6) and base (12) (fig. 10). Fig.
ASSEMBLY (cont.) Chuck & arbor × 1. Before any assembly, ensure the drill chuck (26) jaws are wound all the way up (inside the drill chuck) to prevent them from damage. 2. Force the arbor (19) into the top of the drill chuck (26) by hand, using reasonable force (fig.
ASSEMBLY (cont.) Installing the machine 1. Before you use the pedestal drill for the first time it must be mounted in a stationary position on a firm, stable surface (fig. 18). Use four mounting holes in each corner of the base (12) to do this. Ensure that the machine is freely accessible for operation, adjustment and maintenance.
ADJUSTMENTS Table height adjustment 1. Loosen the table height adjustment lock on the rear of the table support (8) (fig. 19). Fig. 19 2. Rotate the table adjustment handle (17) to set the desired table (6) height. Tighten the table height adjustment lock to secure the table (6) in selected height position (fig.
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ADJUSTMENTS (cont.) Installing straight shank drill bit WARNING! Always ensure the pedestal drill is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before installing/changing drill bits. 1. Make sure that the power plug is removed from the power supply before changing bits. WARNING! Only cylindrical bits with the stipulated maximum shaft diameter may be clamped in the drill chuck (26) (fig.
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ADJUSTMENTS (cont.) Presetting the drilling depth The drilling spindle has a swivelling scale ring for setting the drill depth. Only adjust the setting when the machine is at a standstill. Make sure that the power plug is removed from the mains outlet before adjusting the setting. To stop spindle (and drill bit) at a desired depth:- 1.
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ADJUSTMENTS (cont.) 4. Insert the drift key (20) into the slot and tap firmly with a soft face hammer until it releases, taking care as you do so to ensure that the drill chuck (26) does not land on the floor. (Ensure the chuck jaws are wound all the way up to prevent damage) (fig.
ADJUSTMENTS (cont.) Setting the speed WARNING! Always ensure the pedestal drill is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before attempting to adjust belts/pulleys. The speed of the pedestal drill can be changed by adjusting the belts on the pulley system. See chart inside pulley cover (1) and page 21 for speed configurations.
OPERATION Switching on and off WARNING! The power supply for this product should be protected by a residual current device (rated at 30mA or less). A residual current device reduces the risk of electric shock. Note: The pulley cover (1) is fitted with a safety switch and must be closed to operate the pedestal drill.
OPERATION (cont.) Drilling wood Please note that sawdust must be properly extracted when working with wood, as it can pose a health hazard. Ensure that you wear a suitable dust mask when performing work that generates dust. WARNING! Please note that sawdust must be properly extracted when working with wood, as it can pose a health hazard.
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OPERATION (cont.) Working speed configurations Spindle Idler Motor SPINDLE SPEED (R.P.M) 1230 1320 1460 1880 1950 2770...
MAINTENANCE WARNING! Ensure the pedestal drill is switched off and disconnected from the mains power supply before performing any maintenance or cleaning. • Ball bearings are packed with grease at the factory. No further lubrication of bearings is required. • Lubricate all moving parts periodically. Wipe the column, table and base with an oily cloth to minimise corrosion.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Pedestal Drill will Power cord not connected to Ensure that the power cord is not start. the mains power supply. connected to the mains power. Power fault. Check the mains power supply. Power cord damage. Use an electrician or a power tool repairer to repair or replace.
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT Power tools that are no longer usable should not be disposed of with household waste but in an environmentally friendly way. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local council authority for recycling advice. Recycling packaging reduces the need for landfill and raw materials.
CONTENTS 1 x Pedestal drill 1 x Safety guard 1 x Drill chuck & arbor 4 x Bolts & washers 1 x 4mm Hex key 1 x Drift key 1 x Instruction manual Note: The manufacturer’s liability shall be deemed void if the tool is modified in any way and the manufacturer shall therefore accept no liability for any damages arising as a result of modifications.
WARRANTY YOUR WARRANTY FORM SHOULD BE RETAINED BY YOU AT ALL TIMES. IN ORDER TO MAKE A CLAIM UNDER THIS WARRANTY YOU MUST RETURN THE PRODUCT TO YOUR NEAREST BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE (see www.bunnings.com.au or www.bunnings.co.nz for store locations) WITH YOUR BUNNINGS REGISTER RECEIPT. PRIOR TO RETURNING YOUR PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE HELPLINE: Australia 1800 951 371 New Zealand 0800 647 840...
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