fein KBC 36 Compact Core Drilling Machine Instruction Manual

: October 30, 2023
: Fein

Table of Contents

fein KBC 36 Compact Core Drilling Machine
Features
OVERVIEW
HOW TO USE
Symbols, abbreviations and terms used.
For your safety
Safety instructions
Operating Instructions
Repair and customer service.
Documents / Resources

fein KBC 36 Compact Core Drilling Machine

Features

OVERVIEW

HOW TO USE

Translation of the Original Instructions.

Symbols, abbreviations and terms used.

Character| Unit of measurement, international| Unit of measurement, national| Explanation
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P 1| W| W| Power input
P 2| W| W| Output
n 0R| /min, min-1, rpm, r/min| rpm| No-load speed (clockwise)

For your safety

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

Do not use this power tool before you have thoroughly read and completely understood this Instruction Manual and the enclosed “General
Safety Instructions” (document number 3 41 30 465 06 0). The documents mentioned should be kept for later use and enclosed with the power tool, should it be passed on or sold.
Please also observe the relevant national industrial safety regulations.

Intended use of the power tool:

Magnetic core drill unit for drilling with core drill bits and solid drill bits, countersinking and tapping on mate-rials with surfaces suitable for magnets in weather-pro-tected environments using the application tools and accessories recommended by FEIN.
The carrying handle is used for transporting the machine.
In environments subject to interference, a reduction of the operating quality is possible; this can include tem-porary failure, temporary reduction of the function or the intended operating behaviour, for the correction of which intervention by the operator is required.
This power tool is also suitable for use with AC gener-ators with sufficient power output that correspond to the Standard ISO 8528, design type G2. This Standard is particularly not complied with when the so-called dis-tortion factor exceeds 10 %. When in doubt, please refer to the generator instruction/specification guide. Observe the operating instructions and the national regulations for the installation and operation of the AC generator.

WARNING

Operating the power tool off power generators whose no-load speed exceeds the voltage value on the type plate of the power tool is prohibited.
These appliances are not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowl-edge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Safety instructions

When performing drilling that requires the use of a fluid, route the fluid away from the operator’s work area or use a fluid collection device. Such precaution-ary measures keep the operator’s work area dry and reduce the risk of electrical shock.
Operate the power tool by the insulated grasping sur-faces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Wear hearing protection when drilling. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
When the core bit is jammed, stop applying downward pressure and turn off the tool. Check the cause of the jam and apply corrective action to eliminate the cause of the jamming application tool.
When restarting a core drill jammed in the workpiece, check that the core bit rotates freely before starting. If the core bit is jammed, it may not start, may overload the power tool, or may cause the core drill to release from the workpiece.
When securing the drill stand with a vacuum plate to the workpiece, install the vacuum plate on a smooth, clean, non-porous surface. Do not secure to laminated surfaces such as tiles and composite coating. If the workpiece is not smooth, flat or well affixed, the vac-uum plate may pull away from the workpiece.
Ensure there is sufficient vacuum level before and dur-ing drilling. If the vacuum is insufficient, the plate may release from the workpiece.
Never perform overhead and wall drilling with the machine secured by the vacuum plate only. If the vac-uum is lost, the vacuum plate will release from the workpiece.
When drilling through walls or ceilings, ensure to pro-tect persons and the work area on the other side. The core bit may extend through the hole or the core may fall out on the other side.
Do not use this tool for overhead drilling with fluid sup-ply. Fluids entering the power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Have the protective cable bushing replaced immedi-ately when damaged. A defective protective cable bushing can lead to overheating of the machine.

Special safety instructions.

Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on the application, use a face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. Wear ear protection. The safety glasses must be capable of protecting against flying particles gener-ated by the various different operations.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause loss of hear-ing.
Do not touch the sharp edges of the core drill bit. Dan-ger of injury.
To avoid injuries, check the core drill bits prior to start-ing the work. Use only undamaged core drill bits that are not deformed. Damaged or deformed core drill bits can cause serious injury.
Before putting into operation: Mount the contact pro-tector to the machine.
Always secure the machine with the supplied safety strap. Especially on inclined or uneven surfaces there is risk of unsecured machines tip-ping over.
When working overhead, beware of falling objects, such as cores or chips.
Inspect the safety strap each time before using for damage such as cracks, cuts, nicks and breakage in the webbing, strong signs of wear and/or corrosion of the end fittings and tensioning elements, as well as a miss-ing or unreadable label. Replace the safety strap imme-diately in case of any defects.
When working overhead or on vertical surfaces, the coolant container must not be used. Use a coolant spray instead. Liquids penetrating your electric power tool may cause electric shock.
Avoid touching the drilled core that is automatically ejected by the centering pin when the working proce-dure is finished. Contact with the core when it is hot, or if it falls, can cause personal injuries.
Operate the power tool only from grounded sockets that comply with the specifications. Do not use any connec-tion cables that are damaged; use extension cables with a grounding contact that are checked at regular intervals. A ground conductor without continuity can cause an electric shock.
To prevent injuries, always keep your hands, clothing, etc. away from rotating swarf. The swarf can cause inju-ries. Always use the chip guard.
Do not attempt to remove the cutting tool if it still turns. This can lead to serious injuries.
Beware of any concealed electric cables, gas or water conduits. Check the working area before commencing work, e. g. with a metal detector.
Do not work with materials containing magnesium. Danger of fire.
Do not work with CFRP (carbon-fiber-reinforced poly-mer) and materials containing asbestos. These materi-als are considered carcinogenic.
Do not rivet or screw any name-plates or signs onto the power tool. If the insulation is damaged, protection against an electric shock will be ineffective.
Do not overload the power tool or the storage case and do not use it as a ladder or stand. Overloading or stand-ing on the power tool or the storage case can lead to the upward shifting of the centre of gravity of the power tool or the storage case, and its tipping over.
Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the power tool manu-facturer. Safe operation is not ensured merely because an accessory fits your power tool.
Clean the ventilation openings on the power tool at reg-ular intervals using non-metal tools. The blower of the motor draws dust into the housing. An excessive accu-mulation of metallic dust can cause an electrical hazard.
Before storage: Remove the application tool.
Store the power tool only in the case or packaging.
Before putting into operation, check the mains connec-tion and the mains plug for damage.
Always operate the power tool with together with a PRCD personal protection switch (). Before beginning to work, always check the proper functioning of the PRCD personal protection switch () (see page 26).

Hand/arm vibrations

The vibration emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a stand-ardised test given in EN 62841 and may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure.
The declared vibration emission level represents the main applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used for different applications, with different accesso-ries or poorly maintained, the vibration emission may differ. This may significantly increase the exposure level over the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also take into account the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may significantly reduce the expo-sure level over the total working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the oper-ator from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm, organi-sation of work patterns.

Operating Instructions

Only use water-soluble cutting fluids (oil in water) as the cooling agent.
Observe the manufacturer’s instructions on coolant. Pay attention that the set-up surface for the magnetic foot is flat, clean, rust-free and ice-free. Remove var-nish, putty/filler layers and other materials. Prevent an air gap between the magnetic foot and the set-up sur-face. The air gap reduces the magnetic holding power. Do not operate this machine on hot surfaces; it could lead to a permanent reduction of the magnetic holding power.
When working, always use the magnetic foot; pay attention that the magnetic holding power is sufficient:
When the green button on the control panel lights up permanently, the magnetic holding power may be sufficient and the machine can be operated with normal feed.
When the Magnet button on the control panel flashes, the magnetic holding power possibly is insufficient and the machine must be operated with reduced feed.
When working non-magnetic materials, suitable FEIN fastening devices, such as vacuum plates or pipe drilling devices, which are available as accessories, must be used. Observe the corresponding operating instruc-tions for these.
When working on steel materials with a material thick-ness of less than 12 mm, the workpiece must be rein-forced with an additional steel plate in order to guarantee the magnetic holding power.
The magnetic foot is monitored by means of a power sensor. If the magnetic foot is defective, the motor will not start.
In case of overload, the motor automatically stops and must be restarted again.
Work only with the absolutely required amount of feed. Excessive feed can lead to breakage of the appli-cation tool and loss of the magnetic holding power. When the power supply is disconnected while the motor is running, a protective circuit prevents auto-matic restarting of the motor. Restart the motor again. The last set speed is automatically stored (memory func-tion). To start the power tool with the last set speed,
press and hold the button with the symbol, and then press the button with the symbol.
Do not stop the drill motor during the drilling procedure.
Only remove the core bit from the drilled hole while the motor is running.
If the core bit should remain stuck in the material, stop the drill motor and carefully turn the core bit out counter- clockwise.
Remove the chips and the drilled core after each drilling process.
Do not touch the chips with your bare hands.
Always use a chip hook (6 42 98 160 40 0).
Danger of burning! The surface of the magnet can reach high temperatures. Do not touch the magnet with your bare hands.
When changing a drill bit, pay attention not to damage the cutting edges.
When core drilling layered material, remove the core and the chippings after drilling each layer.
When readjusting the drill spindle for tapping, use only the supplied T-handle spanner or Allen key.
Do not use the magnetic core drill unit when the cooling- lubricant system is defective. Each time before operating, check for tightness against leaks and for cracks in the hoses. Prevent liquids from entering or penetrating electrical components.

Error message/

Response of Magnet Button

| Meaning| Corrective Action
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Indicator lights up green| Magnetic holding power possibly suffi- cient.| –
Indicator flashes green| Magnetic holding power possibly insufficient.| Even when working on steel materials where the material thickness is below 12 mm, the work piece must be made thicker with an additional steel plate in order to ensure the magnetic holding power.
Indicator lights up red for 1 second| – Motion sensor has actuated

– Overload shut-off has actuated

– Incorrect mains voltage

| After malfunction correction, the power tool can be switched on again.
Indicator lights up red con- tinuously| – Incorrect mains voltage/mains fre- quency

– Button is blocked when switching on

| After malfunction correction, the power tool can be switched on again.

If the error occurs frequently, send the machine to your FEIN customer service agent.

Indicator flashes red con- tinuously| Power tool is defective.| Send the machine to your FEIN customer service agent.

*PRCD personal protection switch () (see page 8)**

The PRCD personal protection switch is specifically for your protection; therefore, do not misuse it as on On/Off switch.
If the PRCD personal protection switch is damaged, e.g. due to contact with water, do not use it any more. The PRCD personal protection switch is indispensable; it is used for protection of the power tool operator against electric shock. Under fault-free operation, the control lamp of the PRCD personal protection switch lights up.
Check the operability of the PRCD personal protection switch before beginning to work:

Connect the plug of the PRCD personal protection switch with the main socket outlet.
Press the RESET–button. The indication light on the PRCD personal protection switch lights up.
Disconnect the plug from the socket outlet. The indi-cation light goes out.
Repeat steps 1. and 2.
Press the TEST–button; the indication light goes out. If the indication light does not go out, do not run the machine. In this case, contact the customer service.
Press the RESET–button; when the indication light lights up, the machine can now be switched on.

Do not use the PRCD personal protection switch for switching the power tool on and off.

Repair and customer service.

When working metal under extreme oper-ating conditions, it is possible for conductive dust to settle in the interior of the power tool. The total insulation of the power tool can be impaired. Blow out the interior of the power tool via the ventilation slots frequently with dry and oil-free compressed air.
Renew stickers and warning indications on the power tool when aged and worn.
When the machine’s power supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced using a specially prepared power sup-ply cable with PRCD personal protection switch (*), available from the FEIN customer service.
Products that have come into contact with asbestos may not be sent in for repair. Dispose of products con-taminated with asbestos according to the applicable country-specific regulations for such disposal.
For FEIN power tools and accessories in need of repair, please contact your FEIN after-sales service. The address can be found on the Internet under www.fein.com.
The current spares parts list for this power tool can be found on our website at www.fein.com.
Use only original spare parts.
If required, you can change the following parts your-self:
Application tools, coolant container, contact protector

Warranty and liability.

The warranty for the product is valid in accordance with the legal regulations in the country where it is mar-keted. In addition, FEIN also provides a guarantee in accordance with the FEIN manufacturer’s warranty dec-laration.
The delivery scope of your power tool may include only a part of the accessories described or shown in this Instruction Manual.

Declaration of conformity.

This CE declaration is only valid for European Union and EFTA (European Free Trade Association) countries and only for products intended for the EU- or EFTA market. After placing the product on the EU market the UKCA mark loses its mark validity.
The UKCA declaration is only valid for the Great Britain market (England, Wales and Scotland) and only for products intended for the Great Britain market. After placing the product on the Great Britain market the CE mark loses its mark validity.
FEIN declares itself solely responsible for this product conforming with the relevant provisions given on the last page of this Instruction Manual.

Technical documents at:

C. & E. Fein GmbH
Hans-Fein-Straße 81
73529 Schwäbisch Gmünd-Bargau, Germany

Environmental protection, disposal.

Packaging, worn out power tools and accessories should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.

Printed in Germany. 3 41 01 364 06 0. 2022-10-28.

C. & E. Fein GmbH
Hans-Fein-Straße 81
73529 Schwäbisch Gmünd-Bargau, Germany
www.fein.com

Documents / Resources

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