UNDERSTAND THE MANUAL. CONTENTS Page: How to use this manual Safety instructions Designation of parts Initial set-up of MINIDRILL áUnpacking and assembly áConnection to compressed air system á Electrical connection áDust extraction Description of operating panel Drilling of hinge pattern...
How to use the manual How to use this manual 1. Understanding this manual 2. Symbols and their descriptions: Indicates important safety • THE MACHINE rules which must be followed! SHOULD ONLY BE USED BY TRAINED Indicates an important PERSONNEL WHO comment.
Safety instructions Safety instructions Read before operation • Failure to properly follow all safety rules and procedures in this manual, and all warnings and instructions on the machine, may result in serious personal injury or property damage. Safety decal description •...
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The machine is only intended for the drilling and insertion of Blum • Observe the location of the control hardware into panels of wood, switches and become familiar with particle board, or laminated particle their operation.
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• CAUTION: For your own safety, use only those accessories which are recommended or indicated in the manual or Blum sales literature. • All accessories and attachments must be installed as described in the manual to assure a proper and safe operation of the machine.
Designation of parts Designation of parts D1 ... machine base H3 ... symbol line boring pattern D2 ... base ruler D3 ... fastening bolt for ruler D4 ... fencing system D5 ... swivel stop D6 ... air filter ... water trap D7 ...
72 lbs (32 kg) so make sure that the table is sturdy enough! • Fit M8 bolts through the drill holes (D1) and tighten them. • Do not install MINIDRILL in a damp area but in a dry room. %$0,1,'5,//)0,G1US...
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Initial set-up of MINIDRILL 3. Installation of base ruler (D2) 4. Mounting the swivel stops (D5) • Loosen both bolts (D3) on the • Loosen the locking bolt until the T fencing system. nut projects by 3/8“ (10 mm). • Slide base ruler (D2) into the center •...
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Initial set-up of MINIDRILL 5. Assembling the worktable 6. Mounting the box support (D10) a) Accessory worktable MZA.1000 • Use glue to attach the box support (D10) to the rear end of the control • Set the fence system (D4) to box (surface must be dry and oil position DP.
Initial set-up of MINIDRILL Connection to compressed air system 1. Connection of air supply 2. Setting the working pressure • The working pressure is 6 bar (80- Warning: 100 psi) if the machine is operated either below or above the...
Desciption of operating panel Description of operating panel set up set up drill drill drill drill stroke stroke 2. Designation of operating elements 3. Main switch (E1) • (E1) ... main switch Warning: • (E2) ... drill / stroke button The main switch does not •...
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Description of operating panel set up drill drill stroke 5. (E2) drill / stroke button Warning: Warning: Keep your hands out of Keep your hands away from working area (A) of the the working area (A) of the machine when performing machine when pressing the the tasks below! drill / stroke button.
Drilling of hinge pattern Drilling of hinge pattern 1. Necessary parts 2. Drill-bit length • Drill bits: • The max length of the drill bits (from - one 35 mm dia. rotating clockwise bit-tip to adjustment screw) shall be (F1) (marked black) 2-1/4“...
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Drilling of hinge pattern Ø 35 Ø 8 Ø 8 3. Select drill pattern 4. Install drill bits • Pull out fixing pin (F3) on drill • Before installing drill bits, always head. disconnect the machine from it’s electrical source (unplugged). •...
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Drilling of hinge pattern 5. Check drilling depth adjustment 6. Correcting drill depth adjustment • Always place operation mode switch • Correct adjustment to set up position and disconnect the machine from it’s electrical source reduce drilling depth: (unplugged) before performing any turn bolt (F7) clockwise work on the drill heads, fences or stops.
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Drilling of hinge pattern 7. Drilling depth stop (F11) 8. Adjusting the stroke speed Alternatively, drilling depth stops can be Adjustment of the stroke speed is made mounted to ensure a constant drilling by means of the knurled screw (F10) at depth.
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Drilling of hinge pattern 9. Setting the fencing system (D4) 10. Setting the swivel stops (D5) • Always place operation mode switch • Always place operation mode switch to set up position and disconnect the to set up position and disconnect the machine from it’s electrical source machine from it’s electrical source (unplugged) before performing any...
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Drilling of hinge pattern 11. Place the door on the worktable 12. Drilling and slide it until positioned at the stop Note: WARNING! For workpieces with grooves Remove all objects from the or radii (see illus.), the stop working area of the face can be increased by machine, except the work- pulling the stop lock forward.
Installation of wing mounting plates Installation of wing mounting plates with system screws 1. Necessary parts 3. Change drill pattern • Drill bits: • Pull out fixing pin (F3) on drill head. - one 5 mm dia. rotating clock wise (G1) (marked black) •...
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Installation of wing mounting plates 16mm 7. Setting the fencing system (D4) 8. Setting the swivel stops (D7) • Always place operation mode • Always place operation mode switch to set up position and switch to set up position and disconnect the machine from it’s disconnect the machine from it’s electrical source (unplugged) before...
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Installation of wing mounting plates b) If the lower edge of the door is to be 9. Place the cabinet side on the longer or shorter than the lower worktable and slide it to the stop edge of the cabinet, the stops (D5) (see section F - point 11) must be adjusted accordingly by the difference in dimension.
Drilling of line patterns Drilling of line patterns 1. Necessary parts 3. Change drill pattern • Drill bits: • Always place operation mode - one 5 mm dia. rotating clockwise switch to set up position and (H1) (marked black) disconnect the machine from it’s - two 5 mm dia.
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Drilling of line patterns 7. Setting the stop system (D4) 8. Adjust positioning stops (D5) (see section F - point 10) • Always place operation mode switch to set up position and 9. Slide cabinet side panel against disconnect the machine from it’s the fence until positioned at the electrical source (unplugged) before stop...
Service and maintenance Maintenance 1. Maintenance • During all maintenance operations, • The guide elements (J2) must be disconnect the machine from it’s cleaned regularly with a dry cloth to electrical source (unplugged). remove dust. (Do not use cleaners Reconnect only for testing. or solvents) •...
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Replace defective or damaged parts • Remove the damping ring (J5). immediately! Use only original BLUM parts for • Remove the old clutch (J6). replacement! • Mount the new clutch (J6) on the • Set main switch to set up position.
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Service and maintenance 3. Replacing the operation indicator lamp • Disconnect the machine from the power supply. • Set the main switch to set up position. • Remove the lamp cover (J7) by releasing the screw. • Remove the defective lamp (J8). (Push and turn counter-clockwise).
Troubleshooting - What to do, if ...? Fault during drilling Fault Cause of fault Eliminating fault Remarks • Drilling depth is not • Setting of depth • Check setting of the See chapter F reached adjustment bolt is depth adjustment F-10 wrong bolt...
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Troubleshooting - What to do, if ...? Fault during drilling Fault Cause of fault Eliminating fault Remarks • Drilled holes are • The fence stops are • Check position of No comments off-center or hole set wrong fence stops and position is incorrect adjust if necessary •...
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Troubleshooting - What to do, if ...? Fault during drilling Fault Cause of fault Eliminating fault Remarks • Drilled holes too • Drill bit diameter too • Check drill bit No comments large, oval or large diameter ragged • Drill bit is bent •...
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Troubleshooting - What to do, if ...? Fault during drilling Fault Cause of fault Eliminating fault Remarks • Drill bits are dull • Replace or re- No comments sharpen drill bits • Wrong motor rotation • Correct the motor See chapter rotation •...
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• Motor connected to • Check main voltage See electrical wrong voltage and compare with schematic motor data. Replace machine if voltage is wrong • Motor defective • Replace motor by authorized electrician or return No comments to Blum repair center %$0,1,'5,//)0,G1US...
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Troubleshooting - What to do, if ...? Functional fault Fault Cause of fault Eliminating fault Remarks • Motor overheats • Motor connected to • Check mains See electrical wrong voltage voltage and compare schematic with motor data. If voltage is wrong, replace machine •...
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Troubleshooting - What to do, if ...? Functional fault Fault Cause of fault Eliminating fault Remarks • Drill / stroke valve • Repair by Blum No comments defect repair center • Cylinder defect • Repair by Blum No comments repair center •...
Appendix Do-it-yourself-worktable 198.5 198.5 Detail X • Use plywood or laminated wood for the worktable! • Use M8 bolts with nuts and washers to secure the worktable, or order the Blum mounting set MZA.1002. %$0,1,'5,//)0,G1US...
Any damages under this warranty shall be limited to a maximium of the purchase price of the machine. Should any defect be found in the machine, please submit to Blum, in writing, the reference number, the serial number, and the name of the distributor from whom the machine was purchased.
• Air consumption: 0.2 liters per drilling diameter: 1-3/8“ cycle (35 mm) 6. Accessories Important: • For accessories see BLUM catalog Provide a 16 A mains backup fuse. 2. Weight and measurements • Weight: m = 72 lbs (33 kg) • Dimensions: H = 24“...
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