Lassco Wizer Spinnit FMM-3 User manual

USER’S MANUAL
Spinnit FMM 3 Manual Paper Drill
Before operating this equipment, please read these
instructions completely and keep these operating
instructions for future reference.
485 Hague Street, Rochester, NY 14606 U.S.A.
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Serial Number:
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Table Of Contents
1 - Introduction
1.1
1.2
1 - Introduction
1.1 - Your New FMM-3 Paper Drill
1.2 - Shipping Damage Inspection
Remove the machine from the carton and inspect for
any shipping damage. If any damage is present, report
the damage to the carrier immediately; failure to do so
may void any warranties.
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Your New FMM-3 Paper Drill................
Shipping Damage Inspection...............
2 - Safety
2.1
2.2
2.3
Page 02
Page 03
Page 04
Safety Instructions................................
Warning Labels.....................................
Grounding Instructions.........................
3 - Setting Up Your Machine
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
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Page 06
Page 06
Page 07
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Loose Items Inventory..........................
Accessories Warning............................
Uncrating and Removing From the
Pallet....................................................
Installing the Leveling Feet..................
Attaching the Paper Side Stops...........
Attaching the Chip Bag........................
Electrical Instructions...........................
4 - Operation
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11
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Page 09
Page 10
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Page 12
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Page 13
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Protective Guard..................................
Drill Bit Removal and Installation.........
Leveling the Drill Bits............................
Adjusting the Table Height...................
Adjusting the Back-Gauge Assembly...
Adjusting the Distance Between
Holes....................................................
Adjusting the Stop Collars....................
Multi-hole Set-up..................................
Traversing the Table.............................
Drilling Procedures...............................
Tips on Drilling......................................
5 - Maintenance
5.1
5.2
5.3
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Safety....................................................
Annual Lubrication................................
Inspecting the Flex Drive......................
6 - Trouble Shooting Guide
6.1
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Determining the Cause and Correction
to Certain Problems..............................
Thank you for your purchase of the Spinnit FMM-3
Paper Drill.
We ask that you take a moment to fill in the serial
number and other information on the front cover of the
manual. Please keep this manual as a reference for
future use.
For parts and service, please contact the Lassco-Wizer
Dealer from whom you purchased the machine. If you
require assistance in locating a Lassco-Wizer Dealer
please contact our customer service department at 585-
436-1934. Please have the model of your machine and
the serial number when you call.
If you wish to write to us, send correspondence to:
Lassco-Wizer
Attn: Customer Service
485 Hague Street
Rochester, NY 14606
7 - Parts Diagrams
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
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Side View.............................................
Head Assembly.....................................
Spindle and Chuck Assembly...............
Rear View.............................................
Parts List..............................................

2 - Safety
2.1 - Safety Instructions
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All operators must read and understand the Users
Manual including all safety instructions before using this
equipment. Failure to fully understand the safety
instructions can result in personal injury. If after reading the
manual you are still uncertain about use, please
contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
machine for assistance. If you need contact information for
a Service Technician nearest you please call
585-436-1934.
SAFETY OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY
OF THE USER(S).
Please read and follow all warning labels on your machine.
INDUSTRIAL AND IN-PLANT USE ONLY. This equipment
is for use in industrial and in-plant areas only and must be
operated by trained and qualified personnel.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing , gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry
which may get caught in moving parts. Non slip footwear
is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
Keep hands clear while operating machine.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust
mask if drilling operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only
have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
Always disconnect the power before servicing this machine.
Service should only be performed by a QUALIFIED TECH-
NICIAN.
Always turn the machine to off mode and wait for the drills
to stop spinning before installing or removing drill bits. Keep
hands away from drills when operating. PLEASE NOTE
THAT THE DRILL BITS MAY BE HOT AFTER USE. PRO-
CEDE WITH CAUTION WHEN CHANGING THE DRILL
BITS.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
this machine in damp or wet locations, or expose it to rain.
Keep work area well lighted.
THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED FOR ONE PERSON OP-
ERATION. Never operate the machine with more than one
person.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe
distance from the work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF with padlocks or master
switches.
DON’T FORCE MACHINE. It will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
USE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force tool or attachment to
do a job for which it was not designed.
MAINTAIN MACHINE WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from machine before turning it on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
DISCONNECT MACHINE before servicing; when changing
accessories, such as drill bits, drill blocks, and the like.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the power switch is in the off position before
plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the us-
er’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of im-
proper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury could occur
if the machine is tipped.
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the ma-
chine, a guard or other part that is damaged should be care-
fully checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function--check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount-
ing, and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repair or replaced.
NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave machine until it comes to
a complete stop.

AVERTISSEMENT: NE PAS EXPOSER
À LA PLUIE ET NE PAS UTILISER DANS
LES EMPLACEMENTS HUMIDES
2 - Safety
2.2 - Warning Labels
Page 03
WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN
OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
English French

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In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to re-
duce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conduc-
tor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a QUALI-
FIED ELECTRICIAN.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor
with insulation having an outer surface that is green, with or without yellow stripes, is the equipment-grounding
conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-ground-
ing conductor to a live terminal. Check with a QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service personnel if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in diagram 2-10. The
tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in diagram 2-10. A temporary adapter, which looks like
the adapter illustrated in Sketch C, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in Sketch B
if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a poperly grounded
outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the
adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-
pole receptacles that accept the machine’s plug.
REPAIR OR REPLACE damaged or worn cord immediately.
2.3 - Grounding Instructions
Diagram 2-10
METAL SCREW
GROUNDING
PIN
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
Adapter
(A) (B) (C)

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3 - Setting Up Your Machine
3.1 - Loose Items Inventory
Please remove and inspect the following items:
3.2 - Accessories Warning
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Only use accessories approved by a Lassco-Wizer. The use of improper acces-
sories may cause risk of injury to persons.
CC-2: Chip Clearer (1)FMM6-652A: Chip Bag
Assembly (1)
MS-1: Drill Sharpener (1)FMM6-651A: Master Chip
Chute (1)
(This item may be installed)
EBM-32: Chuck Re-
lease Key (1)
EBM-41: Sharpening
Stone (1)
SPIN-EZE: Drill Bit
Lubricant (1)
Hollow Drill Bits (3)
(these items may be installed)
Short Set
Screws (2)
FMM9-957A: Spindle
Rotation Tool (1)
FM4-4007: Side Stop
Screws (4)
HEX-332: Hex Wrench
3/32” (1)
HEX-732-T: Hex Wrench
7/32” T Style (1)
FM4-4006: Paper Side
Stops (2)
FM4-4001: 25” Drill Strip (1)
(this item comes installed)

3 - Setting Up Your Machine
3.3 - Uncrating and Removing From the Pallet
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Remove the wooden framing around the outside box.
Remove the box up and over the machine.
Remove the two (2) 5/16” bolts which are securing the machine to
the pallet: access through the rear of the machine using a 5/16”
wrench (not provided) as shown in diagram 3-10. Discard the two
(2) 5/16” bolts.
Remove the FMM-3 from the pallet carefully “stepping” it off the
edge. DO NOT drop the machine. DO NOT lift by the table. Two
people may be needed to remove the machine from the pallet
safely.
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.4 - Installing the Leveling Feet
Set the machine down in its desired location and determine if the
machine is level, making sure that it does NOT rock in any direc-
tion. If it does, determine which Leveling Feet need to be adjusted
and whether they need to be adjusted up or down.
If adjustment is needed, start by loosening the four (4) nuts which
are accessed through the rear of the machine.
Next adjust the four (4) Leveling Feet by screwing them clockwise
to raise the or counter-clockwise to lower. After each adjustment
set the machine down completely to verify that the machine no
longer rocks. Continue adjustment as needed until the machine
sits securely in place. Tighten the four (4) nuts down to secure the
position of the Leveling Feet.
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
Diagram 3-10
Diagram 3-20
Wooden Pallet
FMM-3
5/16” Bolts
Leveling Feet
Base of the Machine
Nut

3 - Setting Up Your Machine
3.5 - Attaching the Paper Side Stops
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3.5.1 Diagram 3-30
Attach the Paper Side Stops (FM4-4006) using two (2) Side Stop
Screws (FM4-4007) each. Position the Paper Side Stop as de-
sired and tighten down with light pressure.
Table
Paper Side Stop
Side Stop Screws
3.6 - Attaching the Chip Bag
3.6.1 Diagram 3-50
Attach the Chip Bag (FMM6-652A) to the machine by stretching
the mouth of the bag over the Master Chip Chute and hooking
the aluminum bar onto the bracket located on the top flat portion
of the master chip chute as shown. Please note that you must
empty this bag as needed to avoid clogging.
Master Chip Chute
Chip Bag
3.7 - Electrical Instructions
3.7.1
3.7.2
Your FMM-3 comes with an electrical cord containing the plug to
fit into a standard grounded 115V outlet. This machine has a full
load draw of 11 Amps.
Making sure that nothing is interfering with the drill bits, plug the
cord set into a grounded 115V outlet. To turn the machine on,
press the Rocker Switch on the front of the shroud.
Diagram 3-60
Rocker Switch
Power Cord

4 - Operation
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4.2.3
4.2.4
4.2.5
Diagram 4-30
To install a drill bit, grasp the drill bit and being
careful to keep it straight, press it up into the Chuck.
Seat the drill bit by using a stack of scrap paper. Set the scrap
on the table as shown. Step on the foot pedal slowly raising the
table toward the drill bit. Put light pressure on the hollow drill bit
seating it firmly in place.
Remove the scrap paper and turn the machine on to check the
concentricity of the bit. If the bit is not concentric, remove it and
repeat steps 4.2.1 through 4.2.4 until it is concentric.
Chip Chute
Chuck Hole Guard
Drill Bit
4.1 - Protective Guard
4.2.1
4.2.2
Remove the hole guard which is attached to the chuck. This is
done by grasping the tab and sliding the guard off.
Using the Chuck Release Key (EBM-32), insert the tapered end
facing down into the chuck hole. With a clockwise motion turn the
Chuck Release Key 45 degrees. The drill bit will slide out of the
spindle. It is recommended that you hold onto the drill bit so that
it does not drop out of the spindle damaging the tip. Place the
hole guard back onto the chuck to protect debris from clogging
the spindle.
Diagram 4-20
Chip Chute
Chuck
Hole Guard
Drill Bit
Chuck Release Key
Tab
CAUTION: DRILL BITS MAY BE HOT AFTER USE. ALLOW DRILL BITS TO COOL
DOWN BEFORE TOUCHING.
BEFORE REMOVING OR INSTALLING THE DRILL BITS, DISCONNECT OR
LOCK-OUT THE POWER SUPPLY.
4.2 - Drill Bit Removal and Installation
Diagram 4-10
4.1.1
4.1.2
Your FMM-3 comes with a protective guard installed. DO NOT
operate this machine without the guard in place.
Please note that when you are performing certain operations such
as removing and installing drill bits, you will need to move the
guard out of the way. Making sure the power to the machine is
disconnected or locked-out, push the guard up and hold in place
while performing necessary operations or maintenance. The pro-
tective guard should not be removed during operation.

4 - Operation
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4.3 - Leveling the Drill Bits
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.3.6
4.3.7
4.3.8
4.3.9
4.3.10
4.3.11
4.3.12
We recommend using a piece of card stock on the
Table when leveling the drill bits to avoid drilling into
the drill strip. This will lengthen the life of your drill bits
and keep them sharper.
Remove one (1) of the two (2) Access Guard Screws
using the 1/8” Hex Wrench (HEX-18). Swing the Ac-
cess Guard as shown in diagram 4-40 to gain access
to the motor shaft.
Insert the Spindle Rotation Tool (FMM9-957A) into the
end of the motor shaft through the opening in the top
of the machine shroud until the notch in the Spindle
Rotation Tool fits into the keyway securely.
Swing the access cover located on the front of the
heads to one side allowing access to the spindle and
chuck.
Turn the Spindle Rotation Tool by hand until the insert
retainer screw can be seen in the opening.
Stepping slowly on the foot pedal, raise the table so
that it meets the bottom of the pressure foot assem-
bly.
Using the 7/32” Hex Wrench (HEX-732-T), loosen
the insert retainer screw approximately one half turn
(loosening too much may cause the insert retainer
screw to come out completely). Retighten the insert
retainer screw until it is snug but not tight; this will al-
low you to raise or lower the chuck without too much
play. Hold onto the Spindle Rotation Tool to prevent
the belts from turning. Lower the height of the Chuck
by turning it counter-clockwise. Raise the height of
the Chuck by turning it clockwise.
When the drill bit is just touching the drill strip, re-tight-
en the insert retainer screw. This may require you to
turn the Spindle Rotation Tool until the Insert Retainer
Screw is again accessable through the opening.
Lower the table by slowly releasing pressure on the
foot pedal.
Repeat steps 4.3.4 through 4.3.9 on the remaing Drill
Bits so that they are all level with each other.
REMOVE THE SPINDLE ROTATION TOOL FROM
THE MOTOR SHAFT. Leaving this attached can
cause injury to the user as it can fly out of the machine
upon startup.
Replace all the Access covers and Access Guards so
that they cover the motor shaft opening and the re-
tainer screw openings.
Diagram 4-50
Diagram 4-40
Access Guard
1/8” Hex Wrench
Access Guard Screw
Table
Diagram 4-60
7/32 Hex Wrench
Insert Retainer
Screw
Chuck
Table
Card Stock
Diagram 4-70
Spindle Rotation Tool
Access Cover
Pressure Foot

4 - Operation
4.4 - Adjusting the Table Height
Page 10
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
After you level the drill bits you may need to adjust your table
height. Test drill through a stack of scrap approximately the same
height as that you will be drilling. If the drill bits drill into the Drill
Strip or if the drill bits fail to penetrate through the bottom sheet of
scrap you will need to adjust the table height. If you are using the
card stock under your scrap (recommended) then you should just
be lightly scoring the card stock when the table is in its full upright
position. If your bits are drilling correctly move onto section 4.4.
If your drill bits fail to penetrate through the scrap: Loosen the
Lock Knob of the Vertical Stop Adjustment Assembly and rotate
the large knob counterclockwise allowing the table to travel high-
er. Tighten down the Lock Knob when it is positioned correctly.
If you are drilling into the Drill Strip: Loosen the Lock Knob of
the Vertical Stop Adjustment Assembly and rotate the large knob
clockwise allowing the table to travel lower. Tighten down the
Lock Knob when it is positioned correctly.
4.5 - Adjusting the Back-Gauge Assembly
4.5.1
4.5.2
4.5.3
4.5.4
4.5.5
Adjust the Back-gauge so that it is the correct distance from the
edge of the product to the center of the hole to be drilled by per-
forming the following:
Loosen the Clamp Knob on the right side of the Back-gauge.
Using the two (2) Scales embedded in the rear corners of the
table, align the front edge of the Back-gauge with the desired dis-
tance.
Zero (0) on these scales align with the center of the hollow drill
bits.
Tighten down the Clamp Knob when the Back-gauge
is positioned as desired.
Diagram 4-80
Diagram 4-90
Table
Internal Side View
Vertical Stop
Adjustment
Foot Treadle
Lock Knob
Clamp Knob
Back Gauge
Table
Back Gauge Scale
Back Gauge Scale
Back Gauge Scale
Drill Strip
Drill Strip
Hollow Drill Bits

4 - Operation
4.6 - Adjusting the Distance Between Heads
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4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
To adjust the outside spindles to a desired spacing, loosen the
Hand Wheel Lock Knob. Turn the Hand Wheel to move the spin-
dle farther away from the center or to move the spindle closer
to the center. Please note that the direction you turn the Hand
Wheel depends on the side of the machine. Use the Back-gauge
Scale as a guide. When the spindle is at its desired location tight-
en the Hand Wheel Lock Knob by turning clockwise. Repeat with
the second outside spindle.
The center spindle is stationary.
When drilling fewer than three (3) holes simply remove undesired
drill bits.
4.7 - Adjusting the Stop Collars
4.7.1
4.7.2
4.7.3
4.7.4
4.7.5
4.7.6
4.7.7
4.7.8
4.7.9
Diagram 4-100
Hand Wheel
Lock Knob
Hand Wheel
Shroud
The stop collars, located on the Stop Rod at the left rear of the
Table, are used to either create a stationary table mode of opera-
tion or a traversing mode. Your machine comes set up in station-
ary mode.
For traversing table operations follow steps 4.7.3 through 4.7.5.
Refer to diagram 4-110.
Install the shorter Set Screws included with the machine into the
Stop Collars. Make sure all the Stop Collars are installed with the
shorter Set Screws keeping them loose enough to allow the Stop
Collars to slide into the desired positions.
Set the Stop Collars using the method explained in section 4.8.
When the Collars are positioned as desired, tighten down the
short Set Screws locking them in place using the provided Hex
Wrench (HEX-332).
For stationary table operations follow steps 4.7.7 through 4.7.9.
Refer to diagram 4-120.
Align the table so that zero (0) on the Back-gauge is aligned with
the center drill bit.
Install two longer Set Screws included with the machine into the
adjacent Stop Collars.
Tighten, with the provided Hex Wrench (HEX-332), the longer Set
Screws into the Stop Collars so that a Set Screw rests against
each side of the Pedestal preventing movement of the Table.
Diagram 4-110
Diagram 4-120
3/32” Hex Wrench
Pedestal
Short Set Screw
Stop Collar Rod
Stop Collar
Pedestal Pin
3/32” Hex Wrench
Pedestal
Pedestal Pin
Stop Collar Rod
Stop Collar
Long Set Screw

4 - Operation
4.8 - Multi-hole Set-Up
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4.8.1
4.8.2
4.8.3
4.8.4
4.8.5
If a hole pattern includes more than three (3) holes, you will need to adjust the Stop Collars to the desired spacing.
The Stop Collars are adjusted as descibed in section 4.7. To set the distance between the stop collars, follow steps
4.8.2 through 4.8.5.
Locate the product on the Table and adjust the Paper Side Stops to trap the material allowing no lateral movement.
Move the Table to align zero (0) on the Back-gauge Scale with the center drill bit.
Loosen the Stop Collars and position the first one against the Pedestal Pin marking the beginning position of the
Table and tighten in place.
The right side of this Stop Collar now indicates the center of the product to be drilled. Place the remaining Stop
Collars as desired by measuring with a Ruler (not provided) to the desired positions and tighten them down. Always
measure from the right side of the Stop Collar to the right side of the next Stop Collar as shown.
4.8.6 Due to the width of the Stop Collars, the shortest travel between holes is 3/8”. Almost any center-to-center distance
can be drilled, but requires variations of table travel and lateral head adjustments.
Ruler (not provided)
Diagram 4-130
4.9 - Traversing the Table
4.9.1
4.9.2
When all the Stop Collars are positioned as desired return the
Table to its original position. When traversing the Table during
drilling (see section 4.10), move the Table to the left until the Ped-
estal Pin “clicks” over the next Stop Collar. Pull the table back
to the right and hold it there to assure contact between the Stop
Collar and the Pedestal Pin. Refer to diagram 4-140. Continue
drilling and repeat as needed.
To reverse the direction of the Table traverse, lift up on the Ped-
estal Pin Knob and turn it around. This will cause the angle of the
Pedestal Pin to reverse allowing the Table to travel back over the
Stop Collars. There are Locking Pins on the Pedestal Pin that fit
into a groove on the Pedestal keeping it locked into a
direction. Refer to diagram 4-150.
Diagram 4-140
Pedestal Pin
Table
Pedestal Pin Knob
Locking Pins
Pedestal
Diagram 4-150

4 - Operation
4.10 - Drilling Procedures
Page 13
4.10.1
4.10.2
4.11 - Tips on Drilling
4.11.1
4.11.2
4.11.3
4.11.4
Use a sharp drill bit at all times... Using the MS-1 drill bit sharpener, sharpen your drill bits regularly. Apply light pres-
sure when sharpening. Too much pressure may cause flaring of the tip. (Once a drill bit has a flared tip, it becomes
defective.)
Sharpening Stone... Use to debur the outside cutting edge of the drill bits for better performance.
Lubricate drill bits occasionally... Use Drill-Ease or Spin-Eze. While the drill is running, simply touch the Drill-Ease
stick to the drill bit or brush on the Spin-Eze. Drill through scrap to remove any excess. This will allow for a smoother
cut.
Drill Strips...When drilling, a drill bit must stop slightly above the drill strip. Replace worn out drill strips regularly to
ensure proper drilling.
After all your adjustments are made as desired, position the Table
in its original position. Set the product to be drilled on the table
and make sure it is secure using the Paper Side Stops. To drill,
step down on the Foot Treadle raising the Table up to meet the
drill bits. Using one consistent smooth stroke, put pressure on
the Treadle so that the Table rises fully allowing the drill bits to
drill through the product. It is important you maintain a consistent
speed through the entire stack. It is also important you do not go
too slow or too fast. If you drill too slow you can burn the paper
leaving undesired marks. If you drill too fast, the drill bits will act
more like a punch and they will break.
Different product requires different speeds. It is always recom-
mended to drill through a test stack of the product until the opera-
tor is confident of the required speed.
Product
Paper Side Stop
Diagram 4-160

5 - Maintenance
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5.2 - Annual Lubrication
5.2.1
5.2.2
Diagram 5-10
Lubricating your FMM-3 should be done at least once every 12
months; however, it may be necessary to lubricate certain parts
more often depending on use. Whenever a moveable or adjust-
able part starts becoming difficult to move or adjust, it may be time
to lubricate.
Remove the Table by loosening the left end Stop Collar on the
Stop Bar Assembly and rotating the Table Traverse Stop down to
clear the Pedestal. Pull the Table to the right until the Table clears
the slide beneath the Table. Inspect the slide for build-up and
lubricate with light machine oil. Using the Foot Treadle raise the
Slide and Lubricate the bars underneath the Slide as shown. Re-
place the Table in the same manner as it was removed and check
the Table traverse for free travel. Refer to diagram 5-10.
5.1 - Safety
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE POWER BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE
ON THIS MACHINE. MAINTENANCE SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
KEEP HANDS CLEAR WHILE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON THIS MACHINE.
MOVING PARTS CAN CRUSH AND CUT.
Lubricate
Lubricate
Table Assembly
Slide
5.2.3 Lubricate the Stop Pin with light machine oil, work the pin up and
down and rotate it a few times for proper lubrication. Refer to
diagram 5-20.
Lubricate
Pedestal
Diagram 5-20
5.2.4 Lubricate the pivot points, shown in the diagram 5-30, in the lower
back portion of the machine with light machine oil. Lubricate the
Treadle Pivot Assembly at the front of the machine in the same
manner.
Diagram 5-30
Lubricate Lubricate
Lubricate

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5.2 - Annual Lubrication
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5.2.5
5.2.6
5.2.7
Diagram 5-40
Diagram 5-50
Press down on the Foot Treadle to Raise the Table. Manually
holding the Table in place, slowly let up on the Foot Treadle so
that the Push Rods in the rear of the machine fall out of the Pin
Housings.
Lubricate the tips of the Push Rods and while holding up the Table
return the Push Rods into the Pin Housings. Release the Table so
that the Push Rods are locked in place.
Push down on the Foot Treadle to check for freedom of Travel.
5.2.8
5.2.9
Making sure the machine is unplugged and after disconnecting the
electrical wiring to the Switch on the shroud, remove the shroud
by lifting straight up to clear the drive mechanism making sure the
Traverse Locks are disengaged.
Lubricate the two (2) Idler Pulleys with a good grade of grease. A
grease gun is required (not included). Rotate the belts by hand
to check the Idler Pulleys for wear. Some play between the Idler
Pulley Bearings and the Idler Pins comply with original specifica-
tions and is not a problem. Refer to diagram 5-50.
Diagram 5-60
Grease Points
Belt Belt
Lubricate
Push Rods
Rear View
Grease
Grease
Grease
Grease
5.2.10 Lubricate the Head Traverse Screws by applying light grease ei-
ther by hand, or a small brush to the points indicated in diagram
5-60. Move the heads to both extremes to coat the complete
surface of the screws and inspect them for thread wear.

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5.2 - Annual Lubrication
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Diagram 5-70
Apply a light grease on the two (2) Traverse Rods either by hand
or with a small brush to the points indicated in diagram 5-70.
Crank both heads in and out to distribute the lubrication and to
check the head movement.
5.2.10
Grease
Grease
Grease
Grease
5.3 - Inspecting the Flex Drive
Diagram 5-80
Inspecting the Flex Drive on your FMM-3 should be done at least
once every 12 months; however, it may be necessary to check
this more often if problems with the rotation of the spindles is no-
ticed. Belt shavings are normal for new adjusted belts, but con-
tact a service technician if it becomes excessive.
Inspect the Belts for wear and the proper tension. The tension
should be adjusted to an approximate 1/2” gap between a straight
edge placed from the outside edge of the Idler Pulley to the out-
side edge of the Outside Pulley with the pulleys located one be-
hind the other. Depress the belt halfway between the two pulleys
and measure the distance between the straight edge and the belt
depression.
The belts can be adjusted by loosening the Lock Nut on the Belt
Adjustment Screw located on the front portion of the Flex Drive
Pivot Assembly and turning the screw clockwise to tighten the belt
and counterclockwise to loosen the belt. After the belt has been
properly adjusted, re-tighten the Lock Nut.
Visually check the Flex Drive Pivot Assembly for unusual wear.
Check the Pivot Assembly bolts and tighten if necessary.
Be sure the wiring is clear of all moving components and is prop-
erly attached when replacing the Shroud.
5.3.1
5.3.2
5.3.3
5.3.4
5.3.5
Diagram 5-90
Diagram 5-100
1/2”
Straight
Edge
Belt
Belt Tension
Idler Pulley
Outside
Pulley
Belt Adjustment Screw
Flex Drive
Pivot Assembly Flex Drive
Pivot Assembly
Flex Drive
Pivot Assembly Flex Drive
Pivot Assembly

6 - Trouble Shooting Guide
6.1 - Determining the Cause and Correction to Certain Problems
Page 17
Problem Cause Correction
Drill bit not concentric. Foreign material in chuck or in
drill plug.
Inspect and clean.
Drill bit is bent. Replace drill bit.
Drill bit not seated in chuck
properly.
Re-insert drill bit correctly.
(See Operating Instructions)
Chuck is not tight to spindle. Tighten set screw.
Drill bit not drilling. Drill bit plugged. Remove and clear chips. Check
for other foreign matter.
Drill bit dull. Sharpen drill bit.
Traverse table drags or skips
during operation.
Spring Plungers on the Slide
Plate are out of adjustment or
damaged.
Adjust or replace the Spring
Plungers.
Table lift system lifts
unevenly or is noisy.
Loose or missing pivot compo-
nents in the Treadle Pivot
Assembly.
Tighten or replace as necessary.
Push Rods are bent. Replace
Bushings in the lift system are
dry or worn.
Lubricate or replace.
Push Rods out of adjustment. Adjust Push Rods to lift evenly.
Table traverse channel and/or
slide is dirty or needs lubrication.
Clean the channel and lubricate.
The Table is damaged. Repair or replace the Table.
In extreme conditions, the drill chuck and/or chip chute may
be plugged. Remove the drill bit, loosen the chip chute,
pull down, and clean. See Operating Instructions
Note:
In order to maintain smooth table operation, DO NOT sit
on, lean on, or force the table out of alignment.
Note:
If the raising mechanism is lifted without depressing the
Foot Treadle, the Push Rods will drop out of position and
must be re-installed in the Pushpins in order to operate the
Table.
Note:

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6.1 - Determining the Cause and Correction to Certain Problems
Page 18
Problem Cause Correction
Machine vibrates, wobbles,
resonates, etc.
The machine is not level on the
floor.
Use the leveling feet to make the
machine level on the floor. See
Setting Up Your Machine.
The drill bit(s) are drilling into
the drill strip or they are not
drilling through the bottom
sheet of the product you are
drilling.
Drill bit(s) are not adjusted
properly to the card stock/card
stock not used.
Adjust your drill bit(s) per Operat-
ing Instructions.
The outside Heads are
difficult to adjust.
The Lead Screw and/or Traverse
Rods are dry or damaged.
Lubricate per Maintenance
schedule. Check for damaged or
worn components.
The drill bit(s) do not rotate
when the motor is turned on.
A Drive Belt is broken on the
Flexible Drive System.
Replace the broken belt. See
Maintenance.
A Drive Belt is loose on the
Flexible Drive System.
Tighten the loose belt. See
Maintenance.
An Insert Retainer Screw is
hitting the inside of the Chuck
Housing.
Adjust the Chuck and tighten the
Insert Retainer Screw.
The Hand Wheel Lock is tightend
down in place.
Loosen the Hand Wheel Lock
enough so the Hand Wheel can
be turned.
An obstruction is between the
traversing heads.
Check and remove the obstruc-
tion.
The Chuck(s) were not tightened
after adjustment.
Re-adjust and tighten.
The Table Travel Stop is out of
adjustment.
Adjust to the proper Table Travel.
See Operating Instructions.
The machine is located directly
on a concrete floor.
Place a rubber mat or carpet
under the machine.
Drill bit(s) are not concentric. Re-install drill bit(s) until they are
concentric. See Operating
Instructions.

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6.1 - Determining the Cause and Correction to Certain Problems
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Problem Cause Correction
Uncommon metallic sounds
from under the shroud.
The Drive Pulley is loose. Adjust the Drive Pulley to the
proper height and tighten or
replace the Set Screw.
The Chuck cannot be
adjusted according to the
Operating Instructions.
The Chuck has been adjusted
too far down causing the adjust-
ment threads to be disengaged.
Re-adjust to a lower position
which may require you to use
new hollow drill bits.
The Chuck has been rotated
while in the down position.
Push up on the Chuck and rotate
slowly while holding the Spindle
stationary until the Chuck returns
into a locked position.
The Needle Bearings on the Idler
Pulley(s) are not lubricated.
Lubricate the Needle Bearings as
needed.
The Chuck adjustment is designed for a 1/4” total move-
ment up and down. Once you have sharpened the drill bit
down more than a 1/4” from its original length you must
replace it. Any drill bits that are longer than approx 2-1/4”
or shorter than approx 2” may cause Chuck adjustment
problems.
Note: