Drill Press Safety and Operation

This video tutorial demonstrates the proper and safe use of a paramatic drill press. It covers starting and stopping the machine, adjusting the spindle and table height, inserting and securing drill bits, operating the drill press, adjusting the speed for different drill bits, and essential safety precautions to follow during operation.

What is the first step to start the paramatic drill press?

• Push the red knob in

• Pull out the red knob

• Loosen the lock lever

• Turn the keyless chuck

How do you adjust the height of the drill press table?

• By turning the keyless chuck

• By pulling out the red knob

• By loosening the lock lever and cranking the handle

• By pressing a button on the spindle

What is the purpose of the wooden table on the drill press?

• To adjust the height of the drill press

• To increase the speed of the drill

• To make the drill press more stable

• To prevent drill bits from hitting the cast iron table

How do you ensure a drill bit is properly inserted in the keyless chuck?

• By turning the chuck until the teeth are open

• By adjusting the table height

• By pulling out the red knob

• By making sure it is centered and twisting the two parts against each other

What should your left hand be doing while operating the drill press?

• Turning on the drill press

• Operating the handle

• Staying to the left of the drill bit

• Holding the drill bit

How can you adjust the depth of the drill?

• By loosening the lock lever

• By pulling out the red knob

• By turning the keyless chuck

• By spinning the stopper like a nut or pressing a button

What is the recommended speed for general drilling?

• 1000 rpms

• 500 rpms

• 1458 rpms

• 3000 rpms

What should you do if a small piece of stock gets away from you while drilling?

• Increase the speed

• Turn off the machine and step back

• Hold it with your hand

• Continue drilling

What safety gear is essential when using the drill press?

• Steel-toed boots

• Safety glasses

• Ear plugs

• Hard hat

What should you do with long sleeves when operating the drill press?

• Tuck them into your pants

• Roll them up above the elbows

• Cut them off

• Leave them as they are