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Metal Drill Press

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  • Drill Press - Metal Shop
  • Video watched, quiz taken, hair/clothing properly restrained, any questions?
  • Identify and describe all controls, adjustments, and functions of the drill press
  • Power
  • Belts
  • Chuck
  • Change the belt speed
  • Keep belt straight
  • Tension belt
  • When to use what speed (slow for Steel, fast for Aluminum/Plastic, slower for bigger diameter bits/faster for smaller) (Machinery’s Handbook for reference speeds)
  • Secure workpiece
  • Use scrap under workpiece if necessary
  • Clamp appropriately
  • Drill hole
  • Choose appropriate drill bit & Center Drill
  • Chuck tools firmly
  • Put bed at appropriate height
  • Center Drill hole
  • Drill hole, pecking (in and out to clear chips) if necessary
  • Cleaning up tool
  • Replacing accessories
  • Vacuumed up after use
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