FOREDOM H.30H Manuals

For Foredom® Handpiece H.30H IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS It takes a fairly strong grasp of the locking ring to pull it back. Be careful that your finger or thumb does not get pinched when you release the locking ring. Pull back the black locking ring toward the front end of the handpiece while you insert the tip of the flex shaft. The handpiece has a square slot that the square drive tip fits into. You may need to rotate the handpiece slightly until the square drive engages the spindle. Release the locking ring when you feel the shaft connect to the handpiece. You should hear a click. To remove handpiece Pull back the locking ring as described above with a firm grip and pull the shaft and sheath from the handpiece. Attaching H.30H Handpiece to the Flexible Shaft Always wear proper eye protection while using this handpiece. Wear safety glasses or a face shield whenever you operate a Foredom Flexible Shaft machine or any power tool to prevent serious eye injury. See your power tool owner’s manual for complete instructions on use and maintenance. Before attaching this handpiece please read these instructions. They should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the handpiece. Always use a proper dust collection system or wear a respirator to prevent the inhalation of dust particles, or other debris into the lungs. Repair Service Factory repairs are done promptly and at reasonable cost. If you wish, you can send your equipment directly to the factory marked “Attention: Repair Department”. Be sure to include a brief note describing the problem and to give your phone number, email and street address. Estimates will be made upon request. Never wear open shoes or sandals. Use footwear that is tough enough to protect your feet from falling tools. Keep both hands and fingers away from the cutting edge at all times. Form 1298 n 1/12 Printed in USA Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry. Loose clothing or jewelry can be come entangled in the tool. Do not wear items such as neckties or jewelry when operating power tools. Secure or tie back long hair. Use both hands whenever possible to hold and guide the tool. Never use a damaged, bent, vibrating, or out of balance accessory. Avoid knots, imperfections in the wood or metal objects like nails, which could catch or damage the tool bit. Let the speed of the tool do the work. For more information on this handpiece and other Foredom tools , contact your local dealer. When no local dealer is available, write: The Foredom Electric Co., 16 Stony Hill Rd., Bethel, CT 06801, call (203) 792-8622, fax (203) 796-7861, or email: [email protected]. Visit www.foredom.net for the latest information and how-to videos! locking ring pulled back toward the front end of handpiece locking ring shaft and handpiece connected square drive tip of shaft Maintenance and Lubrication Handpieces: no lubrication is required. Putting oil or grease into the front or back of these handpieces will damage their pre-lubricated ball bearings. The chuck of the handpiece should be kept free of dirt, chips, dust or debris. Flexible Shaft: Every 50 hours of use: Unscrew outer sheath connector nut (left hand thread) and remove sheath. Flexible Shaft Maintenance continued on reverse