Smithy Midas 1220 XL - Manual (Page 108)

• Tool not on center • Center tool
• Improper tool shape, tool dull • Reshape, sharpen or replace tool
Depth of cut is not consistent
Cause Solution
• Quill moving • Lock quill
• Setup wrong • Make sure setup is parallel to table
Drilling
Hole is off center or bit wanders
Cause Solution
• Bit dull • Use sharp bits
• Bit not mounted correctly in chuck • Remount tool
• Bit bent • Replace bit
• Chuck loose in spindle • Remount chuck on arbor
• Drawbar not secured • Tighten drawbar
• Debris on spindle • Clean debris and arbour and
remount tool
• Bearing loose or worn • Tighten or replace bearings
• Cutting too fast • Reduce speed
• Incorrect bit • Use correct bit
Entrance hole is out of round
Cause Solution
• Bit dull • Use sharp bits
• Incorrect drill bit • Use correct bit
Bit turns erratically or stops
Cause Solution
• Bit fed into work too fast • Reduce feed rate
• Belt slipping • Reduce feed rate, re-tension belts
Chuck is difficult to tighten or loosen
Cause Solution
• Chuck sticking • Apply lubricant
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Midas 1220 XL Operator’s Manual