Ryobi DP101 - Manual (Page 13)

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OPERATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the drill
press is unplugged from the power supply and the switch
is in the OFF position. Failure to heed this warning could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Your drill press has a precision built electric motor. It should
only be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts,
60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not
operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will
overheat. If your tool does not operate when plugged into
an outlet, double check the power supply.
ON/OFF SWITCH KEY
Your drill press is equipped with an on/off switch key. When
removed, the switch key prevents the drill press from being
turned on. The key must be in place to turn the drill press on.
If the key is removed during operation, the drill press can be
turned off but may not be turned on again until the key is
replaced.
Fig. 15
SELF-EJECTING CHUCK KEY
The self-ejecting chuck key ensures that the chuck key is
removed from the chuck BEFORE the drill press is turned
on.
In order to loosen or tighten the chuck using the chuck key,
push the key into the chuck hole. You will feel the spring
loaded key tighten. Rotate the key clockwise to tighten the
chuck, counterclockwise to loosen the chuck. When you are
finished with the chuck key, always replace it in the on-board
chuck key storage located on the drill press head assembly.
WARNING:
Use only the self-ejecting chuck key provided. Always
remove chuck key and store in the on-board chuck key
storage. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Always remember to remove the chuck key from the table
surface before turning on the drill press. Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read
thoroughly and understand completely all instructions,
safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to
comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock,
or serious personal injury. Save this operator’s manual
and review it frequently for continuing safe operation and
instructing others who may operate this tool.
WARNING:
Before attempting to use your drill press familiarize
yourself with all operating features and safety
requirements.
OPERATING YOUR DRILL PRESS
See Figures 16 and 17.
1. Using a C-clamp or similar clamping device, secure the
workpiece to the work table. To protect the top surface
of the workpiece, use a piece of scrap between the clamp
and the workpiece.
2. Select the proper drill bit based on the hole size desired.
For large holes, drill a pilot hole first, using a smaller
diameter bit.
ON/OFF SWITCH KEY
C-CLAMP
Fig. 16