Kreg Db55 Operating and maintenance manual

FOREMAN

INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL

DB55 Pneumatic/DB110 Electric Models

Electric Foreman

Item# DB110

Item# DB55

Pneumatic Foreman

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Table of Contents

Congratulations on choosing a Kreg Foreman Semi-Automatic Pocket Hole Machine!

Be sure to read the instructions and the safety warnings completely before using this machine.

Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1

SAFETY GUIDELINES 2

PARTS DIAGRAM - DB110 3

PARTS DIAGRAM - DB55 4

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - DB110 5

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - DB55 6

DB110 (Electric Model) 7-10

General Operations/Maintenance 7

Adjusting the EZ DB Fence 8

Adjusting the Drill Bit Depth Stop/Clamping Pad Height/Safety Switch 9

Swing Stops/Changing the Drill Bit 10

DB55 (Pneumatic Models) 11-14

General Operations/Maintenance 11

Adjusting the EZ DB Fence 12

Adjusting the Drill Bit Depth Stop/Clamping Pad Height/Automatic Lubricator 13

Swing Stops/Changing the Drill Bit 14

Warranty 15

Attention:

As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of the machine. Using

the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if

normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result.

This system was designed for certain applications only. Kreg strongly recommends that this

system NOT be modiﬁed and/or used for any application other than for which it was de-

signed. If you have any questions relative to its application, DO NOT use the Tools until you

have written Kreg Tool and we have advised you.

4- Safety Guidelines 2.

Safety Guidelines

Thank you for purchasing a KREG product. All products have been

designed to ensure safe and eȒcient operation when installed and used properly.

Warning

Woodworking machines are dangerous and can cause personal injury if not used properly.

Read safety instructions and operating instruction for your machine completely before using products.

Using this system before understanding its safe and proper use could result in serious injury to the operator.

Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.

For your own safety, read instructions manual before operating the tool. Learn the tools application and limitations as well as

the specific hazards peculiar to it.

Keep all guards and safety devices in proper place while using these products.

Always wear safety glasses.

Keep hands well away from the pneumatic or mechanical clamp and rotating bit when operating machine.

Avoid awkward hand positions, where a sudden slip could cause contact with rotating bit. Never reach under the clamp pad

with either hand to hold down the workpiece.

Kickbacks

Beware of kickbacks; they can cause serious injury. A kickback occurs when the workpiece binds up while being drilled, causing

it to twist, jump, or become airborne.

To Avoid kickbacks:

Always use sharp drill bits.

Keep machine in proper alignment and good working condition.

Never perform any “free hand” drilling. Work must always be held securely against the table and fence.

Always support longer boards when drilling.

To avoid injury, never make adjustments while the machine is running.

Make sure machine comes to a complete stop before removing or securing workpiece, or workpiece angle.

Ground all tools. If tool is equipped with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three hole electrical receptacle. If an adapter is

used to accommodate a two-prong receptacle, the adapter lug must be attached to a known ground. Never remove the third prong.

Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before

turning it “on”.

Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well-lighted.

Keep children and visitors away. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

Make workshop CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

Don’t force tool. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.

Use right tool. Don’t force tool attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is

recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool. Don’t over-

reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

Maintain tools in top condition. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as bits, clamps, etc.

Use recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.

Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in power cord.

Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it

will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.

Make sure tool is disconnected from power supply while motor is being mounted, connected or reconnected.

DB110 Parts Diagram

DB110 Electric Model

Part No. Description

DB110 M Electric Drill Motor

DB5252 Connecting Rod

DB5054 Clevis Pin & Nut

DB5215 Tool Plate

DB5002 Replacement Guide

DB5003 Guide Rod

FT4126 Depth Stop Lock Nut

DB5253 Depth Stop Adjusting Screw

DB5209 Operator Assembly

DB5247 Clevis & Cotter Pin

DB5214 Safety Switch

DB5208 Handle

Part No. Description

DB5055 Hand Grip

DB5232 Motor Mount

DB5207 Cabinet (2 Parts)

DB5210 Transfer Bar

DB5229 Hold Down Lock Nut

DB5230 Hold Down Adjustment Shaft

DB5244 Clamping Pad

DB5231 Clamping Tower

DB5251 EZ DB Fence

DKSS Swing Stop

DB5216 Safety Latch

DB5228 Hold Down Bolt

Electric

Drill Motor

Clevis Pin

& Nut

Connecting

Rod

Guide Rod

Safety Latch

Cabinet

Tool Plate

EZ DB Fence

Replacement

Guide

Operator

Assembly

Clevis &

Cotter Pin

Transfer Bar

Clamping

Tower Hand Grip

Handle

Hold Down Bolt

Hold Down Lock Nut

Hold Down Adjustment Shaft

Clamping Pad

Swing Stop

Safety Switch

Depth Stop Lock Nut

Motor Mount

Depth Stop Adjusting Screw

4- DB55 Parts Diagram 4.

DB55 Pneumatic Model

Part No. Description

DB5002 Replacement Guide

DB5003 Guide Rod

DB5004 Motor Mount

DB5006 Clamping Tower

DB5251 EZ DB Fence

DB5009 Connecting Rod

DB5010 Clamping Pad

DB5215 Tool Plate

DB5207 Cabinet (2 Parts)

DB5216 Safety Latch

DB5026 Operator Assembly

Part No. Description

DB5022 Handle

DB5052 Clamping Cylinder

DB5053 Air Drill Motor

DB5054 Clevis Pin & Nut

DB5055 Hand Grip

DB5065 3/8” Jacobs Drill Chuck

DB5066 Chuck Key for Item DB5065 (Not Shown)

DB5253 Depth Stop Adjusting Screw

FT4126 Depth Stop Lock Nut

DB5102 Automatic Oil Lubricator

DKSS Swing Stop

3/8” Jacobs

Drill Chuck

Motor

Mount

Clevis Pin

& Nut

Air Drill

Motor

Automatic Oil

Lubricator

Depth Stop

Adjusting Screw

Depth Stop Lock Nut

Swing Stop

Clamping Pad

Clamping Cylinder

Handle

Hand Grip

Clamping Tower

Operator Assembly

EZ DB Fence

Tool Plate

Replacement

Guide

Safety Latch

Cabinet Connecting

Rod

Guide Rod

Assembly Instructions - DB110 Electric

Semi-Automatic Electric Foreman DB110 Assembly

Entirely electric, no compressed air needed.

Motor rated at 3/4-HP and 8-amps

Assemble the Handle (Fig. 5A)

The Handle for the Foreman is disconnected for shipping purposes.

The handle is shipped with two nut and bolt sets installed finger tight

in the Handle and Operator Assembly.

1. Remove both nuts and washers from their respective bolts and

align the first set of holes in the Handle and the Operator Assembly.

2. Push the first bolt through the Handle and Operator Assembly and

attach the washer and nut.

3. Align the second set of holes in the Handle and the Operator

Assembly and push the second bolt through the Handle and

Operator Assembly and attach the remaining washer and nut.

4. Tighten both nut and bolt sets.

Attach the Mechanical Clamping Tower (Fig. 5B & 6B)

To attach the Mechanical Clamping Tower a bolt must be secured

that is located on the underside of the machine. This operation may

be performed with the machine placed on its side on a workbench to

more easily reach the bolt. Refer to figure 5B and 6B for assembly.

Location of the bolt is the same for electric and pneumatic models.

1. Remove all packing material from the Mechanical Clamping Tower

prior to attaching the Tower to the Fence.

2. The anchoring bolt for the Clamping Tower passes through the

EZ DB Fence and is held in position with a nut for shipping

purposes. Remove the Nut from the 5/16-18 Bolt and use a ¼”

Allen Wrench to thread the anchoring bolt into the bottom of

the Clamping Tower.

3. Align the Clamping Tower so it sits squarely on the EZ DB Fence

and tighten the anchoring bolt.

Connect the Clamping Linkage (Fig. 5C)

The Transfer Bars are disconnected from the Operator Assembly for

shipping purposes. You will need to attach each Transfer Bar to the

sides of the cam contained on the Operator Assembly.

1. Remove the 1/4” diameter X 3/4” long Clevis and Cotter Pin from

the Operator Assembly.

2. Align each of the Transfer Bars outside the cam on the Operator

Assembly.

3. Push the Clevis through the aligned holes and attach the Cotter Pin.

Fig. 5C

Align the Transfer Bars to the outside of the cam

contained on the operator assembly.

Fig. 5A

Fig. 5B

The anchoring bolt is accessed from under the machine.

Handle with bolts, washers, and nuts properly installed.

4- Assembly Instructions - DB55 Pneumatic 6.

Semi-Automatic Pneumatic Foreman DB55 Assembly

90-120 psi recommended -

Minimum compressor capacity of 5.3 cfm @ 90 psi

Assemble the Handle (Fig. 6A)

The Handle for the Foreman is disconnected for shipping purposes.

The handle is shipped with two nut and bolt sets installed finger tight

in the Handle and Operator Assembly.

1. Remove both nuts and washers from their respective bolts and

align the first set of holes in the Handle and the Operator

Assembly.

2. Push the first bolt through the Handle and Operator Assembly

and attach the washer and nut.

3. Align the second set of holes in the Handle and the Operator

Assembly and push the second bolt through the Handle and

Operator Assembly and attach the remaining washer and nut.

4. Tighten both nut and bolt sets.

Attach the Pneumatic Clamping Tower (Fig. 6B & 5B)

To attach the Pneumatic Clamping Tower a bolt must be secured that

is located on the underside of the machine. This operation may be

performed with the machine placed on its side on a workbench to

more easily reach the bolt. Refer to figure 5B and 6B for assembly.

Location of the bolt is the same for electric and pneumatic models.

1. Remove all packing material from the Pneumatic Clamping Tower

prior to attaching the Tower to the Fence. The Air Cylinder is

connected to the machine via the small diameter air supply line, be

careful not to twist or disconnect the air supply line during

assembly.

2. The anchoring bolt for the Clamping Tower passes through the

EZ DB Fence and is held in position with a nut for shipping

purposes. Remove the Nut from the 5/16-18 Bolt and use a ¼”

Allen Wrench to thread the anchoring bolt into the bottom of the

Clamping Tower.

3. Align the Clamping Tower so it sits squarely on the EZ DB Fence

and tighten the anchoring bolt.

Fill the Automatic Oil Lubricator (Fig. 6C)

The Automatic Oil Lubricator is void of Air Tool Oil for shipping pur-

poses. A 2-ounce bottle of air tool oil is provided with the machine

and should be used to fill the Lubricator. Operation of the Automatic

Oil Lubricator is discussed in the “ADJUSTMENTS” – “Automatic Oil

Lubricator” section of this manual.

1. Remove the Fill Cap of the Lubricator and add air tool oil to the

“MAX. OIL” line on the Lubricator.

2. Replace the Fill Cap in the Lubricator and tighten.

Handle with bolts, washers, and nuts properly installed.

Thread the anchoring bolt into the bottom of the

Clamping Tower.

Remove the Fill Cap and fill the Lubricator

to the “Max Oil” Line.

Fig. 6A

Fig. 6B

Fig. 6C

Fill Cap

DB110 Electric - General Operation/Maintenance

Semi-Automatic Electric Foreman DB110 Operation

Entirely electric, no compressed air needed.

Motor rated at 3/4-HP and 8-amps

GENERAL OPERATION (Fig. 7A)

To operate the Electric FOREMAN, first place a workpiece under the

clamping pad. Make sure that the clamping pad extends no more

than 1/8” above the workpiece in the unclamped state. If more than

a 1/8” gap exists, adjust the Clamping Pad to the correct height. See

the “ADJUSTMENTS” section – “Adjusting the Clamping Pad” for more

information. Secondly making sure all body parts and clothing are

safely away from the Clamping Pad, Drill Guide and Drill Bit, pull the

handle towards the work surface. This action will start the Drill Motor

and the mechanical action of moving the Handle will be transferred

to the clamping mechanism to hold the workpiece in position prior to

drilling. Continue to pull the Handle slowly toward the table surface

to complete the drilling cycle. Finish the drilling process by carefully

guiding the Handle back to the starting position. This will stop the

Drill Motor and release the Clamping Pad.

MAINTENANCE (Fig. 7B & 7C)

1. Keep motor clean. Like any electric tool the Electric FOREMAN

needs to be kept free of excessive wood chips and dust. Routinely

remove waste material from inside the cabinet or mount the

machine above an open stand that will not allow the waste

material to accumulate.

2. Lubricate Guide Rods. Periodically service the Guide Rods with

a dry film lubricant like Dri-Tool™ Lubricant from Empire

Manufacturing. A dry film lubricant will not collect wood chips

and dust and will extend the life of the Bearings and the Guide

Rods. See the “ADJUSTMENTS” section – “Changing the Drill Bit”

for more information on how to perform this maintenance. The

mechanical linkage associated with the clamping mechanism

should be lubricated periodically to ensure free movement of

its parts.

3. Use a sharp Drill Bit. You can expect to drill between 4000 and 5000

holes in Oak with your #DKDB drill bit before the bit will need to be

sharpened. This baseline was established using the factory settings

described in the owner’s manual. Adjust your sharpening schedule

for your settings and the material that you may be drilling. Keeping

the Drill Bit clean and free of pitch, resin, and glue will significantly

add to the life of the Drill Bit and increase the number of holes

between sharpening. You can easily clean the Drill Bit with a

proprietary cleaner like Blade Saver™ from Empire Manufacturing.

WARNING! Even a dirty Drill Bit can be very sharp, exercise

extreme caution when handling the cutting edges of the Drill Bit.

After cleaning you can coat the Drill Bit with a proprietary lubricant

designed for cutting wood such as OptiCut-XL™ from Empire

Manufacturing. To change the Drill Bit see the “ADJUSTMENTS”

section – “Changing the Drill Bit” for more information.

Fig. 7A

Fig. 7B

Fig. 7C

Operate the FOREMAN by pulling the Handle

toward the work surface.

Lubricate the Guide Rods and mechanical linkage

for smooth operation.

Always use a sharp Drill Bit for optimum drilling operation.

4- DB110 Electric - Adjustments 8.

ADJUSTMENTS

Adjusting the EZ DB Fence (Fig. 8A, 8B & 8C)

The EZ DB Fence can be adjusted so that the screw exit point

changes. This can be helpful when working with material thinner

or thicker than 3/4”. The Pneumatic FOREMAN leaves the factory

preset for 3/4” material. This setting can be changed by moving the

Fence and Clamping Tower along the slots stamped in the Tool Plate.

Be certain to re-adjust the Drill Bit Depth Stop as outlined in the

“ADJUSTMENTS” – “Adjusting the Drill Bit Depth Stop” section of this

manual. Before adjusting the EZ DB Fence make certain your machine

is DISCONNECTED from the ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. Without an electrical

supply you can be certain the machine will not accidentally engage

while you are performing this adjustment.

1. Disconnect the machine from the electrical supply.

2. Loosen each Socket-head Cap Screw on the left and right side

of the Fence using the 1/4” Allen Wrench.

3. Align the Fence perpendicular to the Top Plate for the setting

that corresponds to the material thickness. These settings are

outlined below.

4. Tighten the (2) Socket-head Cap Screws to lock the Fence into

position.

3/4” Setting

This is the standard setting of the Fence to center a screw in 3/4”

material. The Fence is located 5” from the front of the Tool Plate as

shown in the figure below. If necessary adjust the Drill Bit Depth Stop

as outlined in the “ADJUSTMENTS” – “Adjusting the Drill Bit Depth

Stop” section of this manual

1/2” Setting

Place a 3/8” x 3/8” shim made from scrap material along the length

of the Fence as shown in the figure below. Use double-stick tape to

hold the shim securely in position. Adjust the Drill Bit Depth Stop as

outlined in the “ADJUSTMENTS” – “Adjusting the Drill Bit Depth Stop”

section of this manual.

1-1/2” Setting

Loosen the (2) Socket-head Cap Screw on the left and right side of

the Fence. Slide the Fence backwards until it stops at the back of

the slots in the Top Plate. Re-tighten the (2) Socket-head Cap Screws.

Adjust the Drill Bit Depth Stop as outlined in the “ADJUSTMENTS”

– “Adjusting the Drill Bit Depth Stop” section of this manual.

Fig. 8A

Fig. 8B

Fig. 8C

Move the Fence to the setting outlined for the

thickness of the material to be drilled.

The FOREMAN ships from the factory with the Fence

in the 3/4” setting.

Sockethead Cap Screws hold the EZ DB Fence in position.

DB110 Electric - Adjustments

Adjusting the Drill Bit Depth Stop (Fig. 9A)

A Drill Bit Depth Stop is provided to stop the Drill Bit forward motion.

Before adjusting the Drill Bit Depth Stop make certain your machine

is DISCONNECTED from the ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. Without an electrical

supply you can be certain the machine will not accidentally engage

while you are performing this adjustment. The Depth Stop Adjusting

Screw should be adjusted so that the pilot point of the Drill Bit is just

slightly away from the Fence when the Motor Mount contacts the

head of the Depth Stop Adjusting Screw. Make sure the Depth Stop

Adjusting Screw is locked into position with the Depth Stop Lock Nut.

1. Disconnect the machine from the electrical supply.

2. Remove the Black Acrylic Top to gain access to the inside of

the machine.

3. Loosen the Depth Stop Lock Nut on the Depth Stop Adjusting

Screw. Turn the Depth Stop Adjusting Screw to the approximate

position.

4. Pull the Handle until the Drill Bit pilot point is slightly away

from the Fence.

5. Adjust the Depth Stop Adjusting Screw till the Head contacts the

Motor Mount.

6. Tighten the Lock Nut to lock the Depth Stop Adjusting Screw in

position.

7. Place the Black Acrylic Top back on the machine.

Adjusting the Clamping Pad Height (Fig. 9B)

The Clamping Pad can be adjusted for material of different

thicknesses. The factory setting will clamp materials of approximate

thicknesses of 3/4”. For materials thicker than 3/4”, the Clamping

Pad will need to be moved upward to allow the material to locate

below the Clamp Pad. For materials less than 3/4” in thickness adjust

the Clamping Pad downward to a gap of 1/8” above the material.

Before adjusting the Clamping Pad make certain your machine is

DISCONNECTED from the ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. Without an electrical

supply you can be certain the Drill Bit will not accidentally rotate while

you are performing this adjustment.

1. Rotate the Brass Lock Nut away from the Adjustment Shaft and up

the Hold Down Bolt to free the rotation of the Adjustment Shaft.

2. Rotate the Adjustment Shaft up the Hold Down Bolt to allow a

1/8” gap above the material under the Clamping Pad.

3. Tighten the Brass Lock Nut against the Adjustment Shaft to

prevent the accidental movement during normal drilling operations.

Safety Switch (Fig. 9C)

An automatic disconnect switch is provided to ensure that the Drill

Motor will not run while servicing the Electric FOREMAN. When the

Black Acrylic Top is removed the switch is open, disconnecting the

Drill Motor from the electrical supply. When the Black Acrylic Top is

placed back in position the Safety Switch is closed and the machine

will operate as normal. Although this switch is designed to remove

electrical power to the Drill Motor it is still highly recommended that

the Electric FOREMAN be disconnected from the electrical supply

when servicing the machine or making routine adjustments.

Fig. 9A

Fig. 9B

Fig. 9C

The Depth Stop Adjustment Screw limits travel

of the Drill Bit.

The Clamping Mechanism should be adjusted for an

1/8” gap prior to operation.

The Safety Switch will prevent the Electric Motor from

starting while the Black Acrylic Top is removed.

4- DB110 Electric - Adjustments 10.

Semi-Automatic Electric Foreman DB110 Operation

ADJUSTMENTS (Cont’)

Swing Stops (Fig. 10A)

Two Swing Stops are provided to assist in drilling pocket holes in the

same location on multiple workpieces of the same dimension. When

the Swing Stop is not used, it will pivot out of the way to allow the

workpiece to slide underneath and rest against the fence. To change

the location of the Swing Stop simply loosen the knob, move to the

new location and tighten the knob to lock the Swing Stop in position.

Changing the Drill Bit (Fig. 10B & 10C)

IMPORTANT!

Before changing the Drill Bit, make certain your ma-

chine is DISCONNECTED from the ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. Without an

electrical supply you can be certain the Drill Bit will not accidentally

engage while you are performing this adjustment.

1. Disconnect the machine from the electrical supply.

2. Remove the Black Acrylic Top to gain access to the inside

of the machine.

3. Lift the Tool Plate as it pivots on the hinges till the Safety Latch

engages to hold the Tool Plate in position.

4. Remove the Clevis and Cotter Pin from the Connecting Rod to

disconnect the Connecting Rod from the Motor Mount.

5. Remove the Hairpin Clips from the ends of the Guide Rods and

remove the Drill Motor and Motor Mount assembly.

NOTE:

Now is a good time to clean and lubricate the Guide Rods

according to the “MAINTENANCE” section of this manual.

6. Loosen both Set-screws with the hex key that hold the Drill Bit in

place inside the Dill Adapter.

7. Insert a new or re-sharpened Drill Bit into the Drill Adapter, aligning

the flats on the Drill Bit shank with the set-screws in the Drill

Adapter.

8. Tighten the set-screws front and back to maintain equal pressure

on the Drill Bit shaft.

9. Re-install the Drill Motor and Motor Mount assembly on the Guide

Rods. Push the Hairpin Clips back on the grooves located on the

ends of the Guide Rods.

10. Connect the Clevis and Cotter Pin through the Connecting Rod

and Motor Mount.

11. Lift the Tool Plate to disengage the Safety Latch and lower the

Tool Plate into position.

12. Check the Drill Bit Depth Stop settings for the material thickness

being drilled.

13. Place the Black Acrylic Top back on the machine.

Adjust the Swing Stop to locate the material

for repetitive drilling.

Fig. 10A

The Drill Bit is held in position with set-screws

in the Drill Adapter.

Fig. 10B

Fig. 10C

Disconnect the Connecting Rod and Hairpin Clips to

remove the Electric Drill Motor from the Guide Rods.

DB55 Pneumatic - General Operation/Maintenance

11.

Semi-Automatic Pneumatic Foreman DB55 Operation

90-120 psi recommended -

Minimum compressor capacity of 5.3 cfm @ 90 psi

GENERAL OPERATION (Fig. 11A)

To operate the Pneumatic FOREMAN, first place a workpiece under

the clamping pad. Make sure that the clamping pad extends no more

than 1/4” above the workpiece in the unclamped state. If more than a

1/4” gap exists, adjust the clamping tower to the correct height. See

the “ADJUSTMENTS” section – “Adjusting the Clamping Cylinder” for

more information. Secondly making sure all body parts and clothing

are safely away from the clamping pad, drill guide and drill bit, pull

the handle towards the work surface. This action will activate the

Clamping Cylinder and start the Drill Motor. Continue to pull the

handle slowly toward the table surface to complete the drilling cycle.

Finish the drilling process by carefully guiding the handle back to the

starting position. This will stop the flow of pressurized air to the Drill

Motor and the Clamping Cylinder.

MAINTENANCE (Fig. 11B & 11C)

1. Oil air motor daily. Like any air tool the Pneumatic FOREMAN needs

to be oiled periodically to extend the life of the Drill Motor. An

Automatic Oil Lubricator is installed on the Pneumatic FOREMAN

and set to perform correctly at the factory. See the

“ADJUSTMENTS” section – “Adjusting the Automatic Oil Lubricator”

for more information.

2. Lubricate Guide Rods. Periodically service the Guide Rods with a dry

film lubricant like Dri-Tool™ Lubricant from Empire Manufacturing.

A dry film lubricant will not collect wood chips and dust and will

extend the life of the Bearings and the Guide Rods. See the

“ADJUSTMENTS” section – “Changing the Drill Bit” for more

information on how to perform this maintenance.