Owner`s Manual for 1/6 HP Series SR Flexible Shaft
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1. Owner s Manual for 1 6 HP series SR Flexible Shaft Power Tools See Insert with Special Instructions for Heavy Duty Series SRH Models For Your Own Safety Please read this Assembly Operation and Service Manual before operating your Foredom power tool Always wear eye protection while using power tools Only use accessories rated for use at 18 000 RPM FOREDOM www foredom net Form 1268 n 1 12 Printed in U S A Contents Safety Instructions Series SR Motors and Speed Controls Assembly Instructions Assembly and Adjustment of Shaft Sheath amp Handpiece 5 Connecting Foot Controls Page How To Videos on 9 4 www foredom net 4 7 Click on our homepage link where Foredom s National 5 6 Sales Manager shows you the basics of using and 6 maintaining flexible shaft machines Connecting Table Top Dial Speed Controls 6 Click to View Operation General Guidelines Foredom Handpieces and Rotary Accessories Attaching Accessories to Handpieces 7 1 Intro amp Proper Set up 8 10 2 Safety Guidelines 9 3 Handpieces amp Handpiece Lubrication 10 Accessories General Accessory Recommendations 4 Shaft and Sheath Maintenance Procedures Routine Motor Cleaning and Lubrication Replacement of Worn Shafts and Sheaths Replacement of Motor Brushes Repair Service Recommended Spare Parts and Supplies 11 12 Maintenance2. only Turn lever 90 to left or right to open collet and change an accessory To close the col let turn the lever back to the position parallel to the handpiece 52 52D and 52SJ Handpieces These quick change hand pieces have a unique push pull collet release P mechanism for rapid Na accessory changing 2 35mm or 3 32 only Wait for the motor flexible shaft and accessory to come to a full stop before opening the collet After accessory has stopped rotating pull the top grip forward with one hand while holding the bottom of the handpiece with the other Remove the accessory and insert the shank of the new one fully into the collet Push the top and bottom portions together 50C includes set of o six chisels Inserting a chisel into this reciprocating handpiece should be done while the motor is in the off position or with the handpiece disconnected Loosen the locking nut with the 12mm spanner wrench provided by unscrewing it counterclock wise Insert the tang fully into the plunger shaft Tighten the locking nut clockwise until tool is held securely Do not over tighten Chisel Type 50 and 50C Handpieces Handpiece Lubrication See page 8 for handpiece photos 8 18 20 25 25H 28 28H 30 30H 35 43T 44T 44HT and 52 These handpieces have been permanently lubricated Their greased shielded ball bearings should absolutely not be lubricated Handpieces listed in br
3. Grease 13 14 and Replace 13 5 Motor Maintenance 14 Remove Dust Replace 14 Motor Brushes We have other product 15 related videos embedded 15 throughout our website Motor Hangers 15 We suggest that you take the time to watch these Limited Warranty 16 since they help to clarify Contact Information 16 product features Safety Instructions Before using your Foredom power tool please read safety instructions They are for your protection and should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the tool Always wear proper eye and face protection Wear safety glasses or face shields when ever you operate a Foredom or any power tool to prevent serious eye or face injuries Secure the work piece or item that you are working on in a vise or other work holding device Holding it with your hand can result in serious hand injury Always use a proper dust collection system or wear a respirator to prevent the inhalation of dust particles polishing compounds or other debris into the lungs Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry Loose clothing or jewelry can become entangled in the rotating accessory Do not differences and uses Visit Foredom on www youtube com wear items such as neckties necklaces or bracelets when operating power tools Be sure to tie back or secure long hair Secure power tool to motor hanger or work surface Flexible shaft power tools can
4. Repair Services Authorized repair service is available at the Foredom factory in Bethel CT Send items for repair to the factory marked Attention Repair Department The Foredom Electric Company 16 Stony Hill Road Bethel CT 06801 Enclose the item s a packing list and information regarding the problem or repairs required Estimates of repair cost will be made upon request If the cost labor plus parts is more than fifty percent of the price for a new replace ment we will contact you and recommend a trade in offer Storage Store your Foredom power tools in a DRY clean dust free area and out of the reach of children Visit www foredom net How To Videos on Foredom flex shaft set up maintenance and operation Motor Hangers Foredom motor hangers have bases that can be screwed or clamped to a bench They keep hang up motors at just the right distance for optimal use Safety clips at the top prevent the motor from jumping or twisting off at start up and during use Motors that slip off an open hook can cause serious injury Motor Hanger MAMH 1 can hang either one or two motors It comes Motor Hanger MAMH 2 can hang either one or two motors It comes with MABC 1 Clamp with MABC 2 Base that that clamps onto a screws into a work workbench amp MAHR 2 bench and MAHR 2 Handpiece Rest Handpiece Rest 15 Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty repairs LIMITED WARRANTY Se
5. 10D 18 18D 18SJ 20 20D 20SJ 52 52D and 52SJ Handpieces Keep an accessory in these handpieces at all times during both operation and storage or damage to the collet and handpiece may result These handpieces accept only 2 35mm 3 32 shank accessories 10 and 10D Handpieces To insert bur turn lever 180 clockwise towards the back shaft connection end of handpiece Insert or change a 2 35mm 3 32 shank bur and turn lever 180 forward counterclockwise Make sure lever is completely locked into the forward position Never change burs while handpiece is running 18 18D and 18SJ Handpieces These handpieces have a lever on the side of the handpiece Push the spring the collet and release the 5o a shank of accessory 2 35mm or 3 32 only Insert accessory with the lever held down Never push loaded lever down to open lever down while handpiece or flex shaft are rotating To minimize repetition we sometimes drop prefixes associated with Foredom part numbers Officially Motors begin with M M SR Handpieces with H H 30 and Speed Controls with C C FCT Attaching Accessories to Handpieces Quick Change Type continued 20 20D 20SJ Handpiece E This handpiece has a lever W gt action collet release mech B anism Wait for the motor flexible shaft and accesso i ry to come to a complete stop before turning the lever to open the collet and remove or insert accessory 2 35mm or 3 32
6. directions Foredome 1 6 HP Series SR Power Tools You have purchased a fine quality power tool which will perform a wide variety of tasks difficult to do with any other kind of power tool Foredom power tools are manufactured to high standards of precision and performance and with proper use and regular maintenance will give you years of trouble free performance This manual contains instructions for the assembly operation and servicing of Foredom s 1 6 hp Series SR motors i M SR Hang Up Style M SRB Bench Style M SRM Bench Style 4 with built in control Your Series SR flexible shaft power tool consists of a motor flexible shaft and sheath speed control foot or manual and a handpiece Locate and identify all components parts and accessories you purchased before discarding the packing list and packing materials that came with your power tool Assembly Instructions Always make sure your power tool is unplugged during assembly After identifying all the components of your power tool assemble it in the following manner Assembly and Adjustment of Flexible Inner Shaft Outer Sheath amp Handpiece Proper assembly and adjustment of the flexible shaft and sheath are critical for the correct operation of your Foredom power tool The exposed tip handpiece end of the flexible shaft with hand piece removed must extend 3 4 19mm beyond the sheath Important Note The shaft and sheath should be checked and adjusted
7. if neces sary even if you received them assembled and attached to the motor S s i 5 IMPORTAN T WA tal keyway key tip end of shaft mele slot tip Ne inside back end of 4 3 4 handpiece a lt a IMPORTANT aL AWW Please follow these directions to assemble and adjust the shaft and sheath To check the shaft and sheath you must first remove the handpiece The handpiece is easy to remove from the flexible shaft To remove A is unplugged Simply pull the handpiece off the shaft and sheath with a firm grip To Re attach Handpiece while holding the black colored metal outer sheath tip fac ing upward turn on the motor so that it is running at about half speed and then turn it off While the inner key tip is still rotating grip the handpiece and push it onto the sheath tip with one firm motion until it snaps into place shown below This procedure will align the key tip into the keyway slot as shown below at left To verify this insert and tighten an accessory into collet or chuck turn on control to low speed and observe that the accessory rotates smoothly 1 First make sure your power tool Set pre Brush Cap 2 With the handpiece removed place the entire unit on a flat surface with the shaft and sheath extended straight Loosen the set screw on the motor connector Adjust the exposed tip hand piece end of the flexible shaft so that it exten
8. jump at start up or vibrate during opera tion The tool should be properly secured in order to prevent it from vibrating off of the motor hanger or work bench e Never operate any accessory at speeds above its maximum rated speed When properly used all of Foredom s accessories can be Operated at the speed ratings listed in the Foredom Accessory Catalog or specified on kits and packages Always find out the manufacturer s speed rating before using accessories other than those from Foredom For added safety and comfort while using this power tool for carving or other applica tions it is recommended that you wear a heavy canvas or leather apron It will protect you from dust debris and chips as well as help prevent injury if the handpiece slips off the workpiece It will also help prevent loose clothing from getting caught in a rotating cutter bur or other accessory e Never use or continue to use any accessory which appears to be damaged loose vibrating or out of balance nspect each accessory for cracks or flaws before using it Avoid knots imperfections in the wood or metal objects like nails which could damage or catch the accessory e Always insert the shank or arbor of an accessory or mandrel into the collet or chuck of the handpiece as far as possible in order to provide proper support and tighten the collet or chuck securely e Never use excessive side pressure which may bend or break the shank or arbor of
9. last longer when they are used without sharp bends If used at angles or loops wear will occur at the points of greatest friction Excessive heat and wear will occur if the bend is too great Torsional Breaking Point Key Tip Standard Shaft 24 Ibs in Square Drive Heavy Duty Shaft 50 Ibs in Slip Joint European Shaft 24 Ibs in Follow these guidelines for trouble free use a 4 or larger radius as shown should be maintained for shafts on all motors There is no way to avoid ultimate wear and under normal conditions a flexible shaft machine may require several replacement shafts and sheaths during its lifetime Follow shaft and sheath assembly instruction in the Assembly section of this manual 7 FOREDON Handpieces burs not included With the H 35 pa handpiece use only yr accessories rated for 35 000 RPM or higher Never run Handpieces H 15 H 15D or H 50 in reverse rotation See insert for special square drive handpieces for use with Series SRH motors Attaching Accessories to Handpieces Directions for attaching accessories to handpieces vary according to the type of handpiece being used Locate the model number of your Foredom handpiece from the photos on page 8 Always wait for the motor flexible shaft and accessory to come to a complete stop before changing an accessory Handpieces listed in brackets are for use with Series SRH models only Attach the accessory according to the followi
10. on the longer power cord from the foot control into a proper 3 prong power outlet When your foot is not pressing the foot control the motor should not be running Your foot must maintain steady contact with the pedal during operation Holding the handpiece in your hand put the motor fwd off rev switch in the desired on position begin with a light touch start out slowly and gradually increase the speed Finding the right speed for any specific task is a matter of experimentation and experience 3 prong plug connects to power outlet Forward Off Reverse Rocker Switch on motor Hold the handpiece securely before selecting the rotation direction and turning the motor to the desired on position Hanging Motor Installation M SR Motors should be hung up about 30 40 above the work surface and to the right of the work if you are right handed or to the left of the work if you are left handed Use a safety clip or hook like the one shown to prevent the motor from jumping or twisting off an open hook at start up or during use Properly securing the motor will help to prevent injury to the user All Foredom motor hangers have this type of safety clip see page 15 If an open hook is used be sure to secure the motor to it with wire or heavy tape Connecting the Table Top Dial Speed Control The motors can also be used with the C EM 1 115 volt or C EMH 2 230 Volt dial speed co
11. power tool is unplugged during maintenance procedures It is very important to routinely clean your Foredom Power Tool and lubricate the shaft NOT the motor especially in areas that generate a lot of dust Dirt and improper lubrication are the most common causes of poor operation and excessive wear Always disconnect power tool before cleaning or servicing Note The motor has permanently lubricated ball bearings and does not require additional lubrication Routine Cleaning of Motors Foredom Motors need air circulation through the motor housing to remove waste heat and cool the windings Inlet and outlet slots Sl provide the means for air flow However saw dust and conductive debris like metal filings or gold dust can enter in through these slots If not cleaned regularly dust can collect making a bridge between parts causing an electrical short In high dust environments Foredom recommends cleaning the motor every 40 hours of use To remove dirt and dust buildup motor brushes should be removed cleaned and replaced and air should be blown through the motor Routine Cleaning and Lubrication of Flexible Inner Shaft The shaft should be checked wiped clean and relubricated with grease every 50 hours of use With every 200 hours of use the shaft should be thoroughly cleaned with solvent and lubricated Use Foredom flex shaft grease p n MS10006 or high quality white lubricating grease Be sure to
12. watch shaft and sheath maintenance videos on www foredom net 13 Exposing the Inner Shaft 1 Remove handpiece see page 5 2 Loosen set screw on motor connector 3 Slide outer sheath out of motor connector and wipe shaft clean 4 Apply a very light coating of lubrication to shaft starting at the top and working downward to about one inch from the handpiece end Apply grease with your finger tip or small brush Don t overdo apply a light film of grease Once the machine is running the shaft itself will spread the grease If too much grease is applied the excess will work its way into the handpiece and eventual ly seep out between the handpiece and sheath For this reason apply a bit less near the hand piece end of the shaft Never operate the motor with the outer Sheath removed from the flexible shaft 5 Replace and adjust sheath so that shaft key tip extends 3 4 19mm from sheath Retighten the set screw in motor connector See page 5 No 2 6 Clean outside of sheath by wiping with a cloth 7 Hang motor over a trash can and run it for about 10 minutes before attaching the hand piece This provides enough time for the grease to warm up spread and drain off Wipe off any y p excess grease at rx 53 tip end of sheath ot q IMPORTANT 8 Re attach Tee handpiece See page 5 Always make sure your power tool is unplugged when conducting maintenance procedures R
13. Discs from 3M have thin flexible plastic bristles that get into hard to reach areas on flat and curved surfaces Use on metal acrylic plaster ceramics and wood without the need for compounds These long lasting abrasives come in many size diameters and grits Unique CW Ceramic Impregnated Polishing Wheels are used for smoothing and polishing precious metals including platinum gold and silver They also work on titanium chrome cobalt and all hard alloys Wheels are 7 8 in diameter and come in six grits Burs and Cutters Vanadium Stee Cutters are suitable for all materials except hardened steel and glass They are used for cutting grooves and countersinking in soft materials carving and hollowing woods slot ting and grooving woods plastics etc Steel Cutters are good for shaping grooving slotting and cutting in wood plastic and soft metals Use Carbide Burs on wood plastic and tough alloys Carbide is generally referred to as the hardest man made metal High Speed Fluted Burs are used for fine detailed work on metal and other hard materials Generally use medium speeds for stock removal and higher speeds for finishing work and when using smaller points Cut Off Wheels are used to cut off groove and trim metal wood and ceramics Unique Typhoon Carbide Burs provide very fast and aggressive material removal Made for use on soft and hard woods diestone and plastics do not use Typhoon burs on metal They have al
14. ackets are for use with Series TXH and LXH models only 10 and 10D Lubrication should not be required for the first 2 3 months of continuous use Then approximately every two weeks of use lubrication of the front and back ends of the handpiece is required Follow the detailed instructions that come with your handpiece 8D 10D 15D 18D 20D and 52D Handpieces with Duplex Spring Connections Approximately every 20 hours of operation apply 1 or 2 drops of Foredom oil Part No MS10005 into the hole in the duplex spring collar next to the sheath connector This will provide sufficient lubrication for both the duplex spring connection and the handpiece spindle 15 and 15D Clean off any dirt to prevent for eign matter from falling inside the handpiece Put two drops of Foredom oil into the oil hole in the side of the housing Run the handpiece slowly to distribute the oil Lubricate every 100 hours of use 50 and 50C After every 200 hours of use you should clean and lubricate this handpiece The old grease must be cleaned off of the interior cam chamber and replaced with new lubricant Part No MS10008 Follow the detailed instructions that come with your chisel handpiece Visit www foredom net How To Videos on Foredom flex shaft set up maintenance and operation 10 General Accessory Recommendations Foredom s wide assortment of rotary accessories makes your flexible shaft power tool very versatile Use it for g
15. an accessory Let the speed of the accessory do the work e Do not stall the motor by jamming or using excessive pressure on the accessory This can result in damage to the motor or flexible shaft e Never operate the motor with the outer Sheath removed from the flexible shaft e Always disconnect the power cord before servicing the motor or removing the flexible shaft or sheath e Never operate your power tool during a perceptible power decrease Turn power tool off and do not use until power is fully restored Use proper grounding procedures This tool should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock The tool is equipped with an approved 3 conductor cord and a 3 prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding receptacle The green or green and yellow conductor in the cord is the grounding wire Never connect the green or green and yellow wire to a live terminal If your unit is for use on less than 150 volts it has a plug that looks like sketch A below An adapter sketches B and C can be used for connecting plugs as shown in sketch A to 2 prong receptacles The green colored rigid ear lug etc extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box Some juris dictions including Canada prohibit the use of 3 to 2 prong adapters Where prohibited they should not be used Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong grounding ty
16. ds 3 4 19mm beyond the sheath as shown at left This is done by moving the sheath in or out of the motor connector motor end as shown at left 3 When the correct adjustment is made re tighten the set screw in the motor connector and re attach handpiece onto the flexible shaft 5 Be sure to follow the grounding instructions on page 3 of this manual while attaching the speed control to a power outlet Wait for motor to stop rotating before switching between forward or reverse To turn motor off remove foot from foot pedal speed control or turn dial speed control to off position and set rocker switch to off center position on motor socket connector for motor plug 3 prong plug connects to power outlet Connecting the Foot Speed Control The electrical specifications for your power tool are listed on the label on back of motor It shows proper voltage and currents to use with your power tool A 115 Volt 50 60 cycle Hz motor can be used with the models C FCT 1 and C SCT 1 foot controls on 115 Volt AC current only The 230 Volt 50 60 cycle Hz motor can be used with the models C FCH 2 and C SCH 2 foot controls on 230 Volt AC current only To connect the foot control to the motor insert the 3 prong plug on the end of the motor power cord into the socket connector on the shorter power cord on the foot control With the motor fwd off rev switch in the off position plug the 3 prong plug
17. eable iron Also use on glass and porcelain etc Aluminum Oxide white color points have an extremely fine grit for producing a fine high finish on high tensile materials including stainless steel and glass Rubber Bonded Abrasive Wheels are used for removing rust and for polishing with various grits For best results use finer grits for finishing at high speeds and coarser grits for stock removal at lower speeds Abrasive Dises are for grinding smoothing and cleaning glass high speed steel and other tough materials Ruby Carvers have ruby crystals firmly bonded to a metal frame These long lasting abrasives provide a smooth finish on hard materials such as steel porcelain glass acrylic soft and precious metals and wood 11 Unique CeramCut Blue Stones are made from a mixture of special man made ceramic grain and aluminum oxide bonded together The ceramic provides a faster cutting action and is more durable so burs hold their shape longer than standard abrasives They are ideal for use on any hard metal such as steel stainless steel chrome cobalt platinum and titanium as well as on wood Unique Stones have extra hard and long lasting vitrified aluminum oxide and ceramic grain with a special glass bead binder that makes them extremely long lasting cool running and very aggressive 40 to 60 grit They work on the same materials as CeramCut Blue Stones but much more aggressively Unique Scotch Brite Radial Bristle
18. eplacement of Worn Shafts and Sheaths Shafts and sheaths last longer when they are not used at sharp angles or loops since wear occurs at the points of greatest friction There is no way to avoid ultimate wear and under normal condi tions a flexible shaft machine may require several replacement shafts and sheaths during its lifetime To expose the inner shaft follow steps 1 2 and 3 on the previous page Next remove motor connector with 1 open end or adjustable wrench Motor connector has a left hand thread and must S be turned clockwise right for removal Loosen set screw on the flexible shaft motor coupling and slide shaft off the motor shaft Installation of New Shaft 1 After removing old shaft loosen set screw on the new flexible shaft motor coupling and slide coupling onto motor shaft 2 Tighten set screw securely onto the flat of the motor shaft 3 Grease shaft prior to putting on the sheath See lubrica tion instructions on page 13 4 Slide motor connector back up over the shaft and tighten to the left counterclockwise 5 Slide sheath over flexible shaft with plain fitting directed toward the motor and into the motor connector Each end of the sheath has a set screw metal fitting One is plain the other has a groove around it to fit the handpiece 6 Adjust the shaft page 5 and top right and tighten sheath set screw in motor connector Visit www foredom n
19. et How To Videos on Foredom flex shaft set up maintenance and operation Shaft and Sheath Adjustment oe sS 5 s __ IMPORTANT Place the entire unit on a flat surface with shaft and sheath extended straight Adjust the exposed tip of the flexible shaft at the handpiece end so that it extends 3 4 19mm beyond the sheath This is done by moving the sheath in or out of the motor connector When the correct adjustment is made tighten the screw in the motor connector Replacement of Motor Brushes y Motor brushes should be checked for wear periodically When new they are approximately 3 4 19mm long Replace them when they have worn to 1 4 6mm To remove brushes disconnect motor power cord and unscrew the brush caps Remove the worn motor brushes replace with new motor brushes and screw motor brush caps back on Be sure to replace both motor brushes even if one of them is less worn than the other New Motor Brush Motor that needs Brush replacement Recommended Spare Parts amp Supplies For 1 6 hp Series SR SRB and SRM 115v amp 230v MSMK 10 Maintenance Kit which contains Flexible shaft S 93 Pair of motor brushes IMP132P Foredom flexible shaft grease IMS10006 Owner s Manual Individual Parts Pair of motor brushes MP132P Flexible shaft S 93 Outer sheath S 77 Neoprene sheath S 77N Foredom flexible shaft grease MS10006 Motor Connector UA111P
20. igned teeth that leave a smoother finish than other types of non fluted tungsten carbide burs Drills Step Drills are used to drill wood precious metals mild steel bone and mother of pearl Diamond Coated Twist Drills made of wire gauge steel with diamond coating are used to drill extremely fine holes in stone ceramics tile glass and hard metals Plated and Sintered Diamond Points and Discs are used to remove stock from extremely hard materials such as tungsten and tantalum carbide cutting tools dies and molds broaches and for grinding and pre polishing synthetic jewels and precious metals fiberglass reinforced plastics PVC and ceramics Sintered diamonds last far longer than plated diamonds and can be re sharpened as desired with a wet dressing stone to expose new diamond particles Sanding Drums Bands and Discs These are used for removing rust smoothing rough surfaces and for sanding jobs on wood plastic and metal Avoid using too much pressure which will cause clogging or a build up on the work surface For best results use medium speeds for coarser grits and larger diameters Use higher speeds for finishing work or with smaller sizes Unique 3M Ceramic Purple Coated Abrasive Bands and Discs contain patented Cubitron ceramic aluminum oxide mineral that sharpens itself with use They last 2 to 4 times longer than traditional aluminum oxide discs and remove material faster with less heat and loading Co
21. may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Contact Information If you have a warranty issue with your Foredom power tool please use the contact information below For more information on Foredom machines handpieces or accessories contact your local dealer When no local dealer is available contact Foredom at The Foredom Electric Company 16 Stony Hill Road Bethel CT 06801 Tel 203 792 8622 Fax 203 796 7861 Email customerservice blackstoneind com WWW foredom net
22. ned securely to the wall or motor hanger The motor may devel op a high operating temperature up to 100 F ambient after prolonged use and it will be too hot to hold This will not harm the motor which is designed to operate at this temperature for prolonged periods Do not force the tool Let the speed of the tool do the work Avoid using too much pressure Generally slower speeds are used for rougher heavier work or when greater control over the accessory is required for precise delicate work Higher speeds are used for buffing cutting and polishing Read Accessory Recommendations on pages 11 and 12 of this manual Voltage Decreases Never operate a power tool during a perceptible power decrease Turn off tool and unplug until full power is restored Always wear proper eye and face protection when operating a Foredom power tool Wait for motor to stop rotating before switching between forward or reverse To turn motor off remove foot from foot pedal speed control or turn dial speed control to off position and set rocker switch to off center position on motor Do Not S Do This TJA 7 N 4 Do Not Do This Shaft Tips Key Tip t Square ave Slip Joint Minimum Operating Radius Do not bend shaft and sheath at tight angle When operating your Foredom tool be careful not to bend the flexible shaft too much at either the handpiece or motor shaft connections Shafts and sheaths
23. ng Collet Types 8 8D 25 25H 28 28SJ 28H 35 35SJ 43T 44T 44TSJ amp 44HT Handpieces A collet is an interchangeable slotted cylinder inserted tightly into the interior of a handpiece to hold a bur or other rotary accessory The diameter size of the collet must match the diameter of the accessory s shank General Directions Be sure to use the correct shank size The correct shank will fit snugly inside the collet Caution Never tighten a collet unless an accessory has been inserted Tightening an empty collet or inserting an accessory which is too small or too large may damage the collet 8 8D and 8SJ Handpieces To change a collet slide back the chuck guard and use one wrench to hold the spindle and the other to unscrew the chuck nut by turning counterclock wise Remove chuck nut to expose collet and pull collet out of handpiece shaft Slip new collet in place and tighten chuck nut with wrenches To insert accessory insert shank as far as possible into the collet Tighten chuck nut Test for a secure hold by pulling on accessory Remove wrenches To release an accessory follow the same steps Accessories can be released when chuck nut is loosened If accessory does not run true loosen chuck nut rotate accessory and retighten 25 25H 28 28SJ 28H 35 35SJ 43T 44T 44TSJ amp 44HT Handpieces To change a collet 1 Insert pin provided into the pilot hole and through the spindle hole t
24. ntrol on AC current Connect the control to the motor by inserting the 3 prong plug on the end of the motor power cord into the socket connector on the shorter power cord on the dial control With motor fwd off rev switch in the off position and the dial indicator arrow also in the off position on the control plug the 3 prong plug on the longer power cord from the dial control into a proper 3 wire outlet see page 3 Holding the handpiece in your hand put the motor fwd off rev switch in the desired on position begin with a light touch start out slowly and gradually increase the speed socket Finding the right speed for any specific connector task is a matter of experimentation for motor plug and experience Operation General Guidelines Read all the safety instructions in this manual before operating your Foredom Power Tool Proper eye and face protection must be worn to protect you from injuries caused by flying debris chips or sparks which might result from the work being done It is possible to use rotary or chisel handpieces not made by Foredom with your Foredom flexible shaft power tool However this is not recommended since their function and safety cannot be assured by Foredom Your Foredom motor may be operated in a vertical or horizontal position but it should not be enclosed or confined so as to restrict air circulation If the motor is hung up above a workbench be sure it is faste
25. nts buffs piece attachment flexible shaft or motor D ushes sanding bands and Typhoon burs and may cause injury e Reverse helps with accomplishing symmetri Use the forward motor direction ONLY for cal grinding and carving techniques fluted burs drills and cutters Most will cut e Reverse is good for backing out stuck drill efficiently only when turning in this direction bits and extending the life of sanding bands e Many mandrels have right hand threaded 10 abrasive accessories e Left handed users will have better control in the reverse direction arbor screws which will unscrew in the e Alternating motor direction makes it easier reverse direction and faster to polish metals e Dust and debris flies away from the user e Be sure to use a mandrel with a left hand when operated in forward in the left hand threaded arbor screw e Whether you are right or left handed or e Be sure to insert the shank of the Operate in forward or reverse precautions accessory as far as possible into the collet taken against dust and debris are always or chuck to give it maximum support necessary and important Always wear proper eye and face protection e Always securely tighten chuck nut or chuck Wear safety glasses or face shields when jaws of handpiece with wrench or chuck ever you operate a Foredom or any power key so that it will not come loose in the tool to prevent serious eye or face injuries reverse or forward operating
26. pe plugs and 3 pole type plugs and 3 pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug Always disconnect the power cord before servicing the tool Never use in an area where flammable vapors are present Replace or repair worn cord immediately fens 4 Adapter Cover of Grounded Outlet Box Cover of 2 prong Outlet Box with Adapter Never change motor direction while the motor is running Changing direction while motor is running can damage the motor or flexible shaft or lead to premature wear To turn motor off remove foot from foot pedal speed control or turn dial speed control to off position and set rocker switch to off center position on motor Never change motor direction while the motor is running wen gae M y Forward is going to be the most commonly REVERSE clockwise shaft rotation used setting Right handed people will get the Advantages of Reverse Rotation OFF no rotation W ISAS FORWARD counterclockwise shaft rotation W12 EWO OFE EREY most control in the forward direction Forward Motor Rotation e ONLY use Chisel or Hammer handpieces or F ic fli Angle Grinder attachment for H 30 hand For right handed use dust and debris flies ae k k away in reverse piece in Forward Rotation Using Chisel or i eee Hammer handpieces or Angle Grinder e Alternating motor direction helps to extend attachment in reverse can damage the hand the life of mounted abrasive poi
27. platinum other metals and acrylics Carnauba is the hardest wax available It produces a high luster on wood and painted surfaces 2 Wheels and Discs for Angle Grinder Attachment Foredom recently introduced several types of wheels with 3 8 arbor holes for grinding deburring shaping and cutting on various materials Also new are various types of psa backed abrasive discs screens and velcro heads for sanding on wood metal plastic glass stone and more Introduced in 2010 Foredom s Angle Grinder Attachment is designed for use on the H 30 H 30H or H 30SJ Chuck Style Handpieces It is excellent for a broad range of sanding polishing and finishing work with 2 and smaller discs and 3 8 arbor hole wheels Bur and Tool Holders Foredom has three rotating bur holders and two small holders with covers Two of the rotating models have center cups for holding small tools such as files and screwdrivers A bur holder is the perfect companion product for your collection of burs drill bits and other accessories of various size shanks The Foredom Accessory Catalog features the right accessories for your specific applications Accessories may be purchased from your local deal er or directly from Foredom Contact The Foredom Electric Company 16 Stony Hill Road Bethel CT 06801 Phone 203 792 8622 Fax 203 796 7861 Visit our online store at www foredom net Maintenance Procedures Always make sure your
28. ries SR and SRH Flexible Shaft Power Tools Foredom warrants the Series SR and SRH Motors to be free of defects in material or work manship for a period of 2 years after purchase During the warranty period the defective product will be repaired or replaced without charge or at our option the purchase price will be refunded This warranty does not cover damage caused in transit or by accident misuse or ordinary wear of shafts sheaths bearings armature and motor brushes ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD END ING 2 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE AND WE WILL NOT BE LIABLE OR RESPONSI BLE FOR ANY SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Repair or replacement will be made at our option if the product is returned post paid to The Foredom Electric Company 16 Stony Hill Road Bethel CT 06801 All warranty repairs must be done at the factory at the above address We will not pay any shipping or transportation charges Handpieces have a 90 day warranty Shafts sheaths and duplex springs are not covered by this warranty since they are especially sensitive to the pressure and stress variables of the individual operator This warranty only covers the origi nal purchaser of the product Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations
29. rinding sanding carving engraving brushing cutting buffing and polishing on virtually any material The Foredom Accessory Catalog offers the right accessories for your specific applications Accessories may be purchased from your local dealer or directly from Foredom Always let the speed of the power tool do the work Avoid forcing the tool or applying too much pressure Experience will help you choose the right speed for the work you are doing It s always a good idea to practice ona scrap piece of the same material you plan to use to determine the best accessories and speeds Always follow the manufacturer s RPM or speed recommendations when selecting accessories Your motor is supplied with a variable speed control that allows you to operate it at the most suitable speed for each job The motor has a maximum speed rating of 18 000 RPM Always use an accessory which has the same or a higher speed rating than your tool Using an accessory with a lower speed rating can result in serious injury Rotary Accessories and Motor Rotation Running the motor in forward and reverse can help to extend the life of mounted abrasive points Typhoon burs buffs and brushes Use only the forward motor direction for fluted burs and cutters Most will cut efficiently only when turning in this direction Abrasive Points Wheels and Discs Use Aluminum Oxide red color for fast cutting on high tensile tough materials such as steel and mall
30. tton or Felt Bobs and Buffs Solid Felt Buffs or Bobs are used in combination with gritty or smooth compounds for a variety of buffing and polishing operations on plastic wood and metal They vary in shape and come in three hardnesses medium hard and rock hard Loosely stitched Soft Cotton Buffs are used for delicate work on precious metal and during polishing operations Generally use high speeds for cutting down and buffing Medium speeds are used for more delicate precise work and for polishing Brushes Miniature Power Brushes are generally used on metal surfaces and hard to reach areas They are ideal for deburring surface finishing edge blending roughening to create a good bonding surface and general cleaning Use high speeds for cleaning and deburring Medium speeds are needed when cleaning hard to reach areas and edge blending Unique Scotch Brite Radial Bristle Discs from 3M have thin flexible bristles that get into hard to reach areas on flat and curved surfaces Use on metal acrylic plaster ceramics and wood without the need for compounds They can sand smooth polish or burnish metal plastic or wood to a bright finish Compounds Foredom has seven different compounds In addition to Emery Tripoli and Red and White Rouges there is unique Platinum Blue for pre polishing and cut ting down platinum and other metals and for final polishing unique Platinum White 8000 grit that produces a deep luster on
31. urn spin dle to align holes Apply wrench and unscrew chuck nut by turning counterclockwise 2 Remove chuck nut to expose collet 3 Pull collet out of handpiece spindle 4 Slip new collet in place and screw on chuck nut 5 Remove pin 25 25H 28 28SJ 28H 35 35SJ 43T 44T 44HT and 44TSJ Collet Handpieces To insert or change accessories insert pin provided into the pilot hole and through the spindle hole turn spindle to align holes Loosen chuck nut slightly with wrench provided Insert shank of accessory into collet Tighten chuck nut with wrench keeping pin in pilot hole Test for a secure hold by pulling on accessory Remove pin Chuck Type 30 30SJ Be and 30H Handpieces 7 7 These handpieces have a geared 3 jaw 0 chuck Open chuck jaws as far as neces i sary with key provided Insert shank of accessory fully into the chuck Tighten jaws with chuck key until accessory is secure and centered If accessory does not run true reopen jaws rotate accessory and retighten To release accessory simply reopen chuck jaws with key and pull out accessory Hammer Type 15 15D amp 15SJ Handpieces These handpieces have a threaded spindle Thread anvil or stylus into threaded spindle as far as it will go with clockwise motion Insert pin provided into cross hole in anvil or stylus Tighten and remove pin To release accessory insert pin into the cross hole and unthread Quick Change Type 10
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