Drill Press

• We currently have two drill presses at AHA

Ryobi DP121L (bench-top unit): User's manual here!

Older floor-stand unit

Standard Operating Procedure for Drill Press

1. Equipment	Ryobi Drill Press
2. What Does it Do	Drill holes in metal, wood or plastic.
3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)	Safety glasses, plus any other PPE that may be required for the space
4. Required training or approval?	·       Follow Safety Guidelines
5. Inspection requirements before use	·       Ensure all body parts, clothing, hair, jewelry and other objects are clear of the work area and other moving parts before starting the machine. ·       Check the area to be sure people are alert and wearing PPE. ·       Ensure all work holders, clamps and vices are tightened enough to hold the stock while working. Never hold the part being worked in your hand. ·       Ensure the stock table has a piece of material that allows pass through of the bit without damaging the table itself. Make sure the material is fastened securely to the existing table. ·       Ensure drill bit is centered and secured in the chuck. ·       Ensure the table height is adjusted to minimize feed distance. ·       Before starting the press, ensure the depth gauge is set properly. ·       All belts and pulleys must be guarded. If frayed belts or pulleys are observed, the press must be taken out of service and the belts or pulleys replaced.
6. Safe operating procedures or precautions	·       Never leave the key in the chuck. Do not let go of the key until it is free of the chuck and secured in its proper holding place. ·       The correct drill speed and plunge speed for the specific material and drill bit must be used. Stop the machine before making adjustments or measurements. See chart here or on p. 20 of the manual for recommended speed based on drill bit size and material. Use the lever on the upper left side of the machine to adjust drilling speed. ·       - - Note - - Denser stock must be drilled at a very low speed. ·       Never attempt to remove a drill bit from the chuck by engaging the power. ·       Do not stop the rotation of the bit or any rotating or moving machinery parts by hand. ·       Do not leave tools, bits or excess pieces of stock on the press table. ·       Stop the machine immediately if odd noise or excessive vibration occurs. ·       Only properly sharpened drill bits and cutting tools in good condition should be used. Dull drill bits and chipped or broken cutting tools should be removed from service. ·       Disconnect the drill press from power source and follow lock out/tag out procedures for stationary presses or manufacturer’s instructions for table mounted/portable presses if making repairs or servicing.
7. Waste cleanup	Please Sweep and Vacuum
8. Emergency response and accident reporting	In case of fire, dial 9-1-1 after which follow the AHA policy and guidelines.