Owner’s Manual Assembly, Operation and Service Manual for Series H Ball Bearing Power Tools and Handpieces For Your Own Safety: • Read Owner's Manual before operating your Foredom Power Tool. • Always wear eye protection while using power tools. • Only use accessories rated for use at the maximum speed (20,000 RPM) of these tools. w w w. f o r e d o m .
Contents Page Safety Instructions 1 Foredom Tools Covered in this Manual 3 Specifications 3 Controls and Handpieces 4 Assembly Instructions Connecting Handpiece Connecting Foot or Manual Speed Controls Installing & Attaching Accessories General Accessory Recommendations 5 5 5 6 6 Operation Series H, HB, and HM 6 Maintenance 7 Handpieces 7 Motor 7 Removal/Replacement of Flexible Shaft and Sheath 7-8 Cleaning and Lubrication of Flexible Shaft 8 Recommended Spare Parts & Supplies 9 Repair Service
• Always use a proper dust collection system or wear a respirator to prevent the inhalation of dust particles, polishing compounds, or other debris into the lungs. • Always find out the manufacturer's speed rating before using accessories other than Foredom accessories. (Safety requirements for the use, care and protection of abrasive wheels are contained in ANSI Standards B7.1-1978 which are available from ANSI, 1430 Broadway, New York, New York 10018.
Foredom Series H Power Tools You have purchased a fine quality power tool which can be used for a wide variety of tasks difficult to do with any other kind of power tool. Foredom power tools are manufactured to high standards of precision and, with proper use and regular maintenance, will give you years of trouble-free performance. This instruction manual contains instructions for the assembly, operation and servicing of the Foredom power tools shown below.
Specifications Series H Ball Bearing Universal Motor: 115 Volts 3.0 Amps 50/60Hz Operable Speed Range 0-20,000 RPM 230 Volts 1.5 Amps 50/60Hz Operable Speed Range 0-20,000 RPM SCH Control: Variable speed, foot operated electronic control in metal housing for use only with Series H Motors. (AC only.) SCH-1 is for use with 115 Volt Series H motors; SCH-2 is for use with 230 Volt Series H motors.
Assembly Instructions Always make sure your power tool is unplugged during assembly. Connecting and removing a square drive handpiece to a Series H flexible shaft– handpiece locking ring square drive tip on flex shaft pull handpiece locking ring back and insert shaft tip proper connection of handpiece to shaft Pull back the locking ring toward the front end of the handpiece while you insert the tip of the flex shaft.
with wrench provided. Insert shank of accessory into collet. Be sure the shank diameter matches the collet size. Tighten chuck nut with wrench provided, keeping pin in cross hole. Test for a secure hold by pulling on accessory. Remove pin before operating power tool. General Accessory Recommendations A wide assortment of accessories are available from Foredom® and other manufacturers.
F Item Part No. Description A&B 10804B Shaft and Sheath Set A 10802A Flexible Sheath Assembly (Includes Stop washer and Liner) B 10805 Inner Flexible Shaft C 10827 Stop Washer D 10826 Motor Hub E 114 Socket Set Screw F 115 Hex Key E C D B Casing Nut A Maintenance Handpieces–No lubrication required. Remove any buildup of dirt, chips, dust or other debris from collet seat or chuck. Removal/Replacement of Flexible Shaft and Sheath– (See illustration Above) 1.
Routine Cleaning and Lubrication of Flexible Shaft The shaft should be checked, wiped clean, and relubricated with grease every 50 hours of use. With every 200 hours of use, the shaft should be thoroughly cleaned with solvent and lubricated. Follow steps 1 and 2 at left and then wipe exposed shaft with a cloth to remove old grease. Remove inner shaft and soak in a solvent if necessary, to remove all dirt and grease.
Recommended Spare Parts and Supplies The following parts and supplies are recommended as spares to keep on hand to insure continuous operation of your Foredom power tool: For Series H, HB, and HM 1 1 1 1 flexible shaft (10805) pair motor brushes (2019P) Foredom flexible shaft grease (10006) 3/32″ Hex key (115) Repair Services Factory repairs are done promptly and at reasonable cost. If you wish, you can send your equipment directly to the factory marked “Attention: Service Department”.
LIMITED WARRANTY Foredom warrants the Series H, HB and HM Motors to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of 1 year after purchase. During the warranty period, the defective product will be repaired or replaced without charge or, at our option, the purchase price will be refunded. This warranty does not cover damage caused in transit or by accident, misuse, or ordinary wear.
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