MasterCraft 054-1213-0 User Manual

CORDED DRILL - 054-1213-0CORDED DRILL - 054-1213-0
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Drilling in wood
For maximum performance, use high-speed steel or brad-point bits for wood drilling.
1. Begin drilling at a very low speed to prevent the bit from slipping off the starting point.
2. Increase the speed as the drill bit enters the material.
3. When drilling holes all the way through the workpiece, place a block of wood behind the workpiece
to prevent ragged or splintered edges on the back side of the hole.
Drilling in metal
For maximum performance, use high-speed steel bits for metal or steel drilling.
1. When drilling metals, use light oil on the drill bit to keep it from overheating. The oil will prolong the
life of the bit and increase the drilling action.
2. Begin drilling at a very low speed to prevent the bit from slipping off the starting point.
3. Maintain a speed and pressure that allows cutting without overheating the bit. Applying too much
pressure will:
• Overheat the drill
• Wear the bearings
• Bend or burn the bits
• Produce off-center or irregularly-shaped holes
Removing Bits (fig 4)
WARNING!
Use protective gloves when removing
the bit from the tool, or allow the bit
to cool down first. The bit may be hot
after prolonged use.
1. Unplug the drill from the power source.
2. Hold the collar and turn the sleeve
counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws.
3. Remove the drill bit.
WARNING!
Never hold the collar by one hand and press the trigger to release/tighten the chuck which
could cause serious personal injury.
Drilling
1. Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.
2. Install the correct bit.
3. Verify that the direction-of-rotation selector is at the correct setting (forward).
4. Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled.
5. Press the trigger switch to start the drill.
6. Move the drill bit into the workpiece, applying only enough pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not
force the drill or apply side pressure to elongate a hole. Allow the tool to do the work.
7. When drilling hard, smooth surfaces, use a center punch to mark the desired location of the hole.
This will prevent the drill bit from slipping off-center as the hole is started.
8. When drilling metals, use light oil on the drill bit to keep it from overheating. The oil will prolong the
life of the bit and increase the drilling action.
9. If the bit jams in the workpiece or if the drill stalls, stop the tool immediately. Reverse the direction
of rotation and gently squeeze the trigger switch to remove the bit from the workpiece. Investigate
and correct the cause of jamming before you resume work.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
fig 4
Counterclockwise
(loosen)
Sleeve
Collar

MasterCraft 054-1213-0 Specifications

General

Brand	MasterCraft
Model	054-1213-0
Category	Drill
Language	English