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DRILL PRESS TRAINING GUIDELINES

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			[[File:Two.jpg\|thumb\|381x381px\|Drilling speed table by thickness of material]]
			[[File:Three.jpg\|thumb\|525x525px\|Drill press diagram]]

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	DRILL PRESS TRAINING GUIDELINES		= DRILL PRESS TRAINING GUIDELINES =
	Introduction
			== Introduction ==
	The drill press is a stationary power tool used for drilling precise holes in wood, metal, plastic,		The drill press is a stationary power tool used for drilling precise holes in wood, metal, plastic,
	and other materials. It provides greater control and accuracy than handheld drills, especially for		and other materials. It provides greater control and accuracy than handheld drills, especially for
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	If you're ever unsure about a procedure or setup, CHECK THE MANUAL and if you are still		If you're ever unsure about a procedure or setup, CHECK THE MANUAL and if you are still
	unsure ask an experienced user (POC) for guidance.		unsure ask an experienced user (POC) for guidance.
	Safety Rules for the Drill Press
	- Always wear safety glasses with side shields while operating the drill press.		== Safety Rules for the Drill Press ==
	- Remove loose clothing, jewelry, and tie back long hair.
	-Wear closed-toe, non-slip shoes.		* Always wear safety glasses with side shields while operating the drill press.
	- Keep hands and fingers away from the rotating bit.		* Remove loose clothing, jewelry, and tie back long hair.
	-Never leave the chuck key in the chuck—always remove it before turning on the machine.		* Wear closed-toe, non-slip shoes.
	-Do not force the bit. Apply steady, moderate pressure.		* Keep hands and fingers away from the rotating bit.
	-Be aware of drill bit breakthrough—reduce pressure as the bit nears the bottom of the material.		* Never leave the chuck key in the chuck—always remove it before turning on the machine.
	-Stay focused—do not walk away or turn away while the machine is running.		* Do not force the bit. Apply steady, moderate pressure.
	-Stop the machine before adjusting the table, changing bits, or clearing debris.		* Be aware of drill bit breakthrough—reduce pressure as the bit nears the bottom of the material.
	After Use		* Stay focused—do not walk away or turn away while the machine is running.
	- Turn off the machine and wait for it to come to a complete stop before leaving the area.		* Stop the machine before adjusting the table, changing bits, or clearing debris.
	- Clean the area of chips and dust using a brush or vacuum—do not use your hands.
	- Return tools and accessories to their storage locations.		=== After Use ===
	Operation
	Setup:		* Turn off the machine and wait for it to come to a complete stop before leaving the area.
	~~Select~~ the proper drill bit for your material and task.		* Clean the area of chips and dust using a brush or vacuum—do not use your hands.
	~~Install~~ the bit into the chuck and tighten it with the chuck key. Remove the chuck key		* Return tools and accessories to their storage locations.
	immediately.
	~~Adjust~~ the table height and position so the workpiece is securely supported.		== Operation ==
	~~Set~~ the spindle speed based on the material:
	~~oHigher~~ speeds for soft materials (wood, plastic)		=== Setup ===
	~~oLower~~ speeds for metals and larger diameter bits
	Securing the Workpiece:		* Select the proper drill bit for your material and task.
	~~Use~~ a clamp, vise, or fixture to hold the workpiece securely.		* Install the bit into the chuck and tighten it with the chuck key. Remove the chuck key immediately.
	~~Ensure~~ the workpiece will not spin or lift during drilling.		* Adjust the table height and position so the workpiece is securely supported.
	~~If~~ drilling multiple holes, mark them clearly and use a center punch to help position the bit.		* Set the spindle speed based on the material:
	Drilling:		** Higher speeds for soft materials (wood, plastic)
	~~Align~~ the bit with your mark and lower the spindle to just above the material.		** Lower speeds for metals and larger diameter bits
	~~Turn~~ on the drill press.
	~~Slowly~~ lower the bit into the material using the feed lever.		=== Securing the Workpiece ===
	~~Drill~~ steadily without excessive force.
	~~When~~ nearing the end of the hole, reduce pressure to prevent splintering or grabbing.		* Use a clamp, vise, or fixture to hold the workpiece securely.
	Special Techniques		* Ensure the workpiece will not spin or lift during drilling.
	~~Pilot~~ Holes: For large holes, start with a small bit to create a guide hole.		* If drilling multiple holes, mark them clearly and use a center punch to help position the bit.
	~~Countersinking~~: Use a countersink bit to create a recess for screw heads.
	~~Depth~~ Stops: Use the depth stop to ensure consistent hole depth.		=== Drilling ===
	~~Through~~ Holes: Place a scrap piece underneath to prevent tear-out.
	Belt Placement Chart: (Can be found on the inside of the Pulley Cover)		* Align the bit with your mark and lower the spindle to just above the material.
			* Turn on the drill press.
			* Slowly lower the bit into the material using the feed lever.
			* Drill steadily without excessive force.
			* When nearing the end of the hole, reduce pressure to prevent splintering or grabbing.

			=== Special Techniques ===

			* Pilot Holes: For large holes, start with a small bit to create a guide hole.
			* Countersinking: Use a countersink bit to create a recess for screw heads.
			* Depth Stops: Use the depth stop to ensure consistent hole depth.
			* Through Holes: Place a scrap piece underneath to prevent tear-out.

			=== Belt Placement Chart ===
			(Can be found on the inside of the Pulley Cover)

			[[File:One.jpg\|thumb\|Drill Press speeds by belt configuration]]

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DRILL PRESS TRAINING GUIDELINES
Introduction
The drill press is a stationary power tool used for drilling precise holes in wood, metal, plastic,
and other materials. It provides greater control and accuracy than handheld drills, especially for
repetitive drilling tasks.
If you're ever unsure about a procedure or setup, CHECK THE MANUAL and if you are still
unsure ask an experienced user (POC) for guidance.
Safety Rules for the Drill Press
- Always wear safety glasses with side shields while operating the drill press.
- Remove loose clothing, jewelry, and tie back long hair.
-Wear closed-toe, non-slip shoes.
- Keep hands and fingers away from the rotating bit.
-Never leave the chuck key in the chuck—always remove it before turning on the machine.
-Do not force the bit. Apply steady, moderate pressure.
-Be aware of drill bit breakthrough—reduce pressure as the bit nears the bottom of the material.
-Stay focused—do not walk away or turn away while the machine is running.
-Stop the machine before adjusting the table, changing bits, or clearing debris.
After Use
- Turn off the machine and wait for it to come to a complete stop before leaving the area.
- Clean the area of chips and dust using a brush or vacuum—do not use your hands.
- Return tools and accessories to their storage locations.
Operation
Setup:
Select the proper drill bit for your material and task.
Install the bit into the chuck and tighten it with the chuck key. Remove the chuck key
immediately.
Adjust the table height and position so the workpiece is securely supported.
Set the spindle speed based on the material:
oHigher speeds for soft materials (wood, plastic)
oLower speeds for metals and larger diameter bits
Securing the Workpiece:
Use a clamp, vise, or fixture to hold the workpiece securely.
Ensure the workpiece will not spin or lift during drilling.
If drilling multiple holes, mark them clearly and use a center punch to help position the bit.
Drilling:
Align the bit with your mark and lower the spindle to just above the material.
Turn on the drill press.
Slowly lower the bit into the material using the feed lever.
Drill steadily without excessive force.
When nearing the end of the hole, reduce pressure to prevent splintering or grabbing.
Special Techniques
Pilot Holes: For large holes, start with a small bit to create a guide hole.
Countersinking: Use a countersink bit to create a recess for screw heads.
Depth Stops: Use the depth stop to ensure consistent hole depth.
Through Holes: Place a scrap piece underneath to prevent tear-out.
Belt Placement Chart: (Can be found on the inside of the Pulley Cover)