How to Use a Drill Press Vise
Use a drill press vise to hold materials steady on the drilling table. As the drill bit rotates, it exerts pressure outward that can cause stock to spin or be thrown if it's not held firmly. The vise made for a drill press bolts to the table top. It has grips that tighten from the sides with an open bottom. The vise holds materials much steadier than anyone can by hand. It also keeps hands and fingers safely away from working drills.
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Instructions
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Mark the spot you intend to drill. Draw an "X" over the exact center point of the desired hole with pencil or fine point marker.
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Align the drill bit over the mark. Place the material on the drilling table with the machine off. Pull the rotating crank toward you to lower the drill bit. Place the material against the stationary grip of the vise. Line up the point of the drill bit with the "X" mark. Loosen the table clamp with the lever on the under side and move the table sideways if necessary for alignment.
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Tighten the vise around the material. Twist the crank with clockwise rotations to bring the moving grip of the vise in toward the stock. Keep tightening until both grips are holding the stock firmly in place. Check the alignment of the "X" mark by lowering the drill bit over it again.
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Put on safety goggles or a face shield. Tuck in loose shirt tails and roll up loose sleeves before turning on the drill.
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Turn on the drill. Keep your free hand away from the drilling table as you lower the bit with the rotator crank to drill.
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