Foredom H.30H - Manual

For Foredom ® Handpiece H.30H
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
It takes a fairly strong grasp of the locking ring to
pull it back.
Be careful that your finger or thumb does not get
pinched when you release the locking ring.
Pull back the black locking ring toward the front end of
the handpiece while you insert the tip of the flex shaft.
The handpiece has a square slot that the square drive tip
fits into. You may need to rotate the handpiece slightly
until the square drive engages the spindle. Release the
locking ring when you feel the shaft connect to the
handpiece. You should hear a click.
To remove handpiece
Pull back the locking ring as described above with a firm
grip and pull the shaft and sheath from the handpiece.
Attaching H.30H Handpiece to the Flexible Shaft
Always wear proper eye protection while
using this handpiece. Wear safety glasses
or a face shield whenever you operate a
Foredom Flexible Shaft machine or any
power tool to prevent serious eye injury.
See your power tool owner’s manual
for complete instructions on use
and maintenance.
Before attaching this handpiece please
read these instructions. They should
always be followed to reduce the risk of
personal injury or damage to
the handpiece.
Always use a proper dust collection
system or wear a respirator to prevent
the inhalation of dust particles, or
other debris into the lungs.
Repair Service
Factory repairs are done promptly and at
reasonable cost. If you wish, you can send
your equipment directly to the factory marked
“Attention: Repair Department”. Be sure to
include a brief note describing the problem
and to give your phone number, email and
street address. Estimates will be made
upon request.
Never wear open shoes or sandals. Use
footwear that is tough enough to protect
your feet from falling tools.
Keep both hands and fingers away from
the cutting edge at all times.
Form 1298 n 1/12 Printed in USA
Do not wear loose fitting clothing or
jewelry. Loose clothing or jewelry can
be come entangled in the tool. Do not
wear items such as neckties or jewelry
when operating power tools. Secure or
tie back long hair.
Use both hands whenever possible to
hold and guide the tool.
Never use a damaged, bent, vibrating,
or out of balance accessory.
Avoid knots, imperfections in the wood
or metal objects like nails, which could
catch or damage the tool bit. Let the
speed of the tool do the work.
For more information on this handpiece and other Foredom tools , contact your local
dealer. When no local dealer is available, write: The Foredom Electric Co.,
16 Stony Hill Rd., Bethel, CT 06801, call (203) 792-8622, fax (203) 796-7861,
or email: [email protected].
Visit www.foredom.net for the latest information and how-to videos!
locking ring
pulled back toward
the front end of handpiece
locking ring
shaft and handpiece connected
square drive
tip of shaft
Maintenance and Lubrication
Handpieces: no lubrication is required. Putting oil or grease into the front or back of these
handpieces will damage their pre-lubricated ball bearings. The chuck of the handpiece should
be kept free of dirt, chips, dust or debris.
Flexible Shaft: Every 50 hours of use: Unscrew outer
sheath connector nut (left hand thread) and
remove sheath.
Flexible Shaft Maintenance continued on reverse