Premium Tool & Abrasives Ultra-Kut 44 MAG UA1440 User manual
44 MAG
PORTABLE MAGNETIC DRILL PRESS
Welcome to Ultra-KutTM
Congratulations on your purchase of the Ultra-KutTM Portable Magnetic Drill. Your model is designed to
produce superior holes quickly and efciently. Premium Tool & Abrasives is committed to providing you with
great hole producing tools and products.
Before attempting to operate your new Portable Magnetic Drill, please read all instructions rst. These in-
clude the Operator’s Manual and Warning Label on the unit itself. With proper use, care, and maintenance,
your model will provide you with effective hole drilling performance.
Photographs and Specications shown in this manual are accurate at the time of printing. PTA Canada reserves the right to
make modifcations or product enhancements without prior notice.
Specications
Cutter Type 3/4” Weldon shank Ultra-KutTM Annular Cutters
Hole Capacity 7/16” to 1-3/8”
Depth of Cut Maximum 2”
Motor 595RPM, 10A, 110V, 60Hz
Net Weight 27.5 lbs / 12.5 kg
Commercial / Industrial Limited Warranty
Premium Tool & Abrasives warrants its Portable Magnetic Drills for a period of 1 year from the purchase date against manu-
facturing defects and will repair or replace (at its option) without charge any items returned. This warranty is void if the item
has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service, or other causes not arising out of defects
in material or workmanship. No other expressed warranty is given or authorized. Premium Tool & Abrasives disclaims any
implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS for any period beyond the expressed warranty and shall not be liable for
incidental or consequential damages. Some provinces and territories do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential
damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts and, if the law of such a province governs your purchase, the
above exclusion and limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary between provinces and territories.
To obtain warranty service, return the item(s) prepaid to your nearest Authorized Warranty Repair Center or to Premium
Tool & Abrasives at 10761 - 181 ST, NW. Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5S 1N3. Ultra-KutTM Portable Drills are warranted against
manufacturing defects only.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MER-
CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Premium Tool & Abrasives Co. Ltd.
44 MAG SPECIFICATIONS &
WARRANTY
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44 MAG COMPONENTS &
SAFETY
IMPORTANT
Please read these operating and safety instructions carefully and completely. For your own safety, before using this equipment check that the voltage is correct
and that all handles and parts are rmly secured. If you are uncertain about any aspect of using this equipment, contact your distributor.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INCLUDED WITH EVERY 44 MAG PORTABLE MAGNETIC DRILL
Carrying case, safety strap, 3/4” arbor, 1/2” drill chuck, 3 screw-on handles,
chuck key, hex keys, coolant assembly and spanner wrenches.
Ear and eye protection must be worn at all times during operation of this
equipment. DO NOT touch the cutter while it is in motion. Always follow the
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) reccommendations while operating this
tool.
This machine is designed specically for drilling holes in steel using annular
cutters or with twist drills when using the optional drill chuck. We recommend
Ultra-KutTM annular cutters and twist drills available from Premium Tool &
Abrasives. Please consult your PTA Canada authorized distributor to order.
DO NOT modify and / or use your Ultra-KutTM portable magnetic drill press for
any application other than for which it is intended.
SAFETY
Be sure to read and follow this important instructions:
1. Before operating the machine, check supply voltage and general condi-
tions, i.e. cable / cord damage. A machine with damaged cable must be
returned or repaired prior to use.
2. Always use the safety strap in all drilling applications.
4. Since cutting tools can shatter, eye and head protection should be worn
at all times.
5. After use, clean machine and cutters and keep in the case provided.
6. Store when not in use, in a dry environment.
7. Always provide a method of catching slug, where the ejected slug may
cause injury (slug ejects at end of cut).
8. Should the cutter jam in the work-piece, stop the machine immediately.
Loosen the cutter by rotating the arbor. Do not attempt to free cutter by
starting and stopping the motor as this may shatter the cutter.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way.
2. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualied electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tool
should electrically malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a low
resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
3. Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug from an outlet.
Replace damaged cords immediately with PTA Canada approved CSA cords.
4. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord
marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce
the risk of electric shock. Minimal gauge external cord should be 12/3.
5. Use the 44 MAG with 110 A/C voltage only. Not for use with generators,
welders or any DC power source. Do not use on any surface where welding
is taking place.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert and watch what you are doing while operating a power tool.
Do not use any power tool while tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure
switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your nger on the switch or
plugging in tools that have the switch on is dangerous.
Remove adjusting keys before turning the tool on.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times and do not overreach.
Safety equipment (eye protection, dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat,
hearing protection) should be used for appropriate conditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the work-piece to a
stable platform.
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for the application.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using.
SERVICE
Tool service must be performed by qualied personnel only.
When servicing a tool, use only original replacement parts.
Use of unauthorized parts will void the warranty.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may
create a risk of electric shock or injury.
MAGNETIC DRILL SAFETY
The drill’s magnetic adhesion depends on the thickness of the work-piece.
3/8” (9.5mm) is the minimum thickness for safe operation. Keep the magnet
clean of metal chips and other dirt and debris. These will seriously reduce the
magnetic adhesion. The drill must be operated on its own electrical outlet. Al-
ways use the supplied safety strap or chain. An electrical overload can result
in loss of adhesion.
CAUTION: The slug ejects at end of cut and is very hot.
WARNING: Do not attempt to drill a work-piece, which is thicker than the
maximum cutting depth of the cutter being used. Never exceed 1-3/8”
(35mm) cutter diameter.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Keep the drill press and the cord clean. In case of electrical or mechanical
malfunction, immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug. Exces-
sive sparking generally indicates the presence of dirt in the motor or worn out
carbon brushes. Periodically check brushes for wear and replace when they
reach 1/4” (6mm). Also check that the machine is well lubricated.
For all other service and maintenance, please contact a Ultra-KutTM author-
ized service center or PTA Canada.
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44 MAG OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Be sure to read and follow this important instructions:
1. Make sure the workpiece and the bottom of the machine are free of all
chips, oil, etc.
2. Position the machine on a clean, dry, ferrous surface at least 3/8”
(9.5mm) thick.
3. Secure machine to workpiece with the safety chain.
4. Install desired annular cutter and pilot pin.
5. Attach cutting uid container and hose to appropriate nozzel located
above the chuck.
6. Open the cutting uid valve.
7. Turn magnet ON by pressing the top of the magnet swtich.
8. Turn feed handle, lowering the cutter until the pilot pin is just above the
work surface. Ensure the cutter is above the work piece.
9. Switch on the drill by pressing the green ON switch for the motor.
10. Feed the Ultra-KutTM
cutter slowly into the workpiece until a depth of
1/16” (4mm) then apply normal force to the feed handle.
11. Ease up on the feed pressure as the cutter starts to break through.
12. After completing the hole, withdraw the cutter from hole, switch off
the drill, then the magnet and the disconnect the machine from the power
source. Ensure the magnet base is clear of chips. Locate the next hole us-
ing the above procedures.
INSTALLING Ultra-KutTM CUTTER IN ARBOR
1. Disconnect from power source.
2. Lay drill on its side with fed handles up or be sure arbor clears the work
surface if the unit is in the normal upright operating position.
3. Turn the feed handles until the cutter mounting set screws are exposed.
4. Insert proper pilot pin in the shank end of the Ultra-KutTM
annular cutter.
5. Insert cutter until the ats on the cutter shank are aligned with the set
screw holes and are exactly perpendicular to the axis of the set screw
holes.
6. Tighten set screws with hex wrench. Check to be sure the cutter is
secure.
OPERATION OF CUTTING FLUID RESEVOIR
1. With the magnetic drill in upright operating procedure, turn the feed
handles so that the cutter and pilot are above the work surface.
2. With magnet turned ON and motor OFF, ll reservoir by introducing cut-
ting uid through slots in the arbor. Cutting uid should not leak out.
3. Test metering capabilities of arbor/cutter/pilot assembly (magnet ON
- motor OFF) by feed the arbor gentely toward the work surface until the
pilot is pushed up into the cutter, allowing uid to lter down onto the work
surface through the groove in the pilot pin.
4. For proper lubrication, all cutting uid in the reservoir should empty onto
the work surface in the range of 15-30 seconds.
ADJUSTMENT OF GIBS
1. Loosen all gib nuts.
2. Feed the drill in and out a few time and then, with the top of the motor
ush with the top of the housing, tighten the gib nuts until you feel them
touch the steel gib.
3. Feed the drill in and out again.
4. Adjust gib nuts so that there is uniform pressure from top to bottom.
5. Turn each nut in about 1/8 to 1/4 turn, depending on your preference.
6. Gibs should be tight enough so that the slide moves up and down
smoothly with no wobble or shaking.
7. Periodically check, lubricate, and adjust the dovetail slides as necessary.
ASSEMBLY OF ARBOR - STRAIGHT SHANK TOOLS
An important feature of the Ultra-KutTM
44 MAG is that it can quickly and
easily be converted to operate standard twist drills and other straight shank
cutting tools such as chassis reamers. To remove the arbor assembly:
1. Insert the weldon shank adaptor until the ats are aligned with the set
screw holes and are exactly perpendicular to the axis of the set screw holes.
2. Tighten set screws with hex wrench. Check to be sure the adaptor is
secure.
MAINTENANCE
1. Regularly tighten all fasteners and replace all worn parts.
2. Check motor brushes and replace if worn.
3. Check power cord and cord from panel to motor and, if cracked or frayed,
return to an authorized repair centre for replacment.
4. Apply grease to the slide dovetails and feed gear rack. For best results use
Shell Cyprina-RA or equivalent.
5. Remove arbor and pack the bearing in the front support bracket with
grease. For best results use Shell Cyprina-RA or equivalent.
SAFETY CHAIN USE
The safety chain should be used to prevent the machine from falling in the
event of a power failure or if the magnet breaks loose from the work surface.
The safety chain should be attached to the drill by running it through the han-
dle assembly and then around the material or work surface. Adjust the chain
so it is tight and secure.
EXTENSION CORD TABLE
LENGTH OF CORD
(ft)
RECOMMENDED WIRE GUAGE
115V MOTOR
10 - 12 AMPS
UP TO 25 16
26 - 50 14
51 - 100 10
101 - 200 8
201 - 300 6
301 - 500 4
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TIPS ON SMOOTH OPERATION
1. Keep the inside of Ultra-KutTM
cutter free of chips, as they interfere with
cutting to maximum depth, could cause cutter breakage, and may impede
the cutting uid ow.
2. Keep work surface, machine, arbor, and cutter free of chips and dirt.
3. Tighten all bolts and fasteners regularly.
4. Use a light viscosity cutting uid to improve the life of your cutter.
5. Occasionally check the speed of cutting uid ow. Lack of cutting uid
may cause your cutter to freeze mid-cut, impede slug ejection, and reduce
cutter life.
6. Always start a cut with light feed pressure and then increase sufcienty
to achieve maximum cutting rate.
7. To determine the appropriate cutting pressure, use a rm, aggressive,
and steady feed pressure throughout the cut, where you can hear the mo-
tor working but not overly laboring. A good feed rate will result in a steady
chip coming up out of the ute. If the chip is blue, too much pressure was
applied.
8. Keep slide dovetails, gibs, and feed rack lubricated and free of chips and
dirt.
9. When the slug hangs up in the cutter, turn off the motor and bring the
cutter down on a at surface. This will normally straighten a cocked slug,
allowing it to be ejected.
10. When cutting large diameter or deep holes it may be necessary to add
cutting uid. Do not raise the cutter from the hole. Stop the motor, clear
chips away, add cutting uid, start the motor, and restart the cut.
44 MAG HELPFUL TIPS &
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Magnetic base will not hold effectively
Chips or dirt are under the magnet
Remove chips or dirt from the area
Irregular surface on bottom of magnet or on workpiece
Lightly surface grind the bottom of the magnet at and / or le
imperfections at on the work surface
Extension cord guage not sufcient for length of cord
Refer to Extension Cord Table (previous page) for the appropriate
length and gauge of cord for your mag drill
Cutter tends to move across the surface of workpiece
Magnetic base is not holding effectively
See “Reasons & Fixes” above
Too much feed pressure at the start of a cut
Light pressure until a groove is cut in the workpiece - the groove
will stabilize the cut
Worn pilot pin
Replace the pilot pin
Irregularly Shaped Holes
Worn arbor support bracket bearing and/or ejector collar
Replace the part (only a few thousandths of wear permissable)
Misaligned support bracket
Realign the support bracket
Misaligned or loose arbor set screws
Tighten the set screw
Motor and slide will not stay in set position
Gibs are too loose
Tighten the gibs
Erratic or intermittent feed
Worn out pinion and/or rack
Replace the worn parts
Motor does not run when motor START button is depressed
Magnet is not turned on
Push magnet ON button
No power
Check power source and extension cords
Worn motor brushes
Replace the brushes
Faulty motor START switch
Return unit to an authorized repair centre for replacement parts
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44 MAG SAFETY CHAIN
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COOLANT BOTTLE
ATTACH COOLANT
BOTTLE
COOLANT FLOW
ON/OFF
SLIDE VINYL TUBE INTO
BLUE FITTING
The safety chain should be used to
prevent the drill unit from falling in
the event of a power failure or if the
magnet breaks loose from the work
surface. The safety chain should be
attached to the drill by running it
through the handle assembly and
around the workpiece as tightly as
possible to minimize the possible
falling distance.
Slide the coolant bottle over the two
body screws to secure the bottle to
the drill body. To ensure proper
coolant ow, the entire coolant
bottle should empty onto the
workpiece in 15-30 seconds.
44 MAG PARTS
SCHEMATIC
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