MILESCRAFT 1097 ToolStand Instruction Manual

ToolStand™

OVERVIEW

1. Main Housing
2. Steel Tube
3. ToolStand™ Base
4. S-Knob
5. M6x1mm Nut
6. Cord Holder
7. M6x1x12mm Bolt
8. Collet Nuts (2)

9. 10 Wood Screws (4)

10. Rubber Feet (4)

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Unpack all items and check with Figure 1 and “Replacement Parts table” (see page 13). Make sure all items are accounted for before discarding any of the packing material. For any missing parts, contact Customer Service at info@milescraft.com or 1-224-227-6930 in U.S. and Canada. Outside of the U.S and Canada dial 001-224-227-6930.

SAFETY WARNING:

Read, understand, and follow your power tool manufacturer’s instructions for safety. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before commencing power tool operation. Always keep hands, face, hair, loose clothing, and body at a safe distance from spindles and cutting tools. Always keep a firm grip on tool handles when in operation. Always disconnect from power source before adjusting power tools

ASSEMBLING THE TOOLSTAND

1. Turn the base upside down so the scales on the base are facing downward.

2. Insert each rubber foot into the four screw holes found at each corner of the base (see img. 1) or, using the four screws included with the ToolStand™ , you can mount the unit to any work surface by drilling the screws through the four holes on the base (see img. 2).
   Clamps can also be used to secure the unit in place. Be sure the clamps are tightly secured and are not in the way.
   NOTE: Do not have the rubber feet inserted if mounting the ToolStand™ with screws.

3. Place the hex nut into the slot of the tube support hole (see img. 3).

4. While holding the hex nut in place, insert the base bolt into the back of the tube support. Do not fully tighten (see img. 4).

5. Flip the base over so that the scales are facing upward.

6. On a flat surface, insert the steel tube into the tube support. Be sure the steel tube is fully seated into the base (see img. 5).

7. Using a 3/8″ (9.5mm) wrench, firmly tighten the base bolt to secure the tube in place (see img. 6).

8. Insert the cord holder into the top of the tube, with the three prongs going into the tube (see img. 7).

9. Insert the s-knob into the hole near the tool holder (see img. 8).
   bk The main housing can be mounted either horizontally or vertically. See “Vertical Mounting of Main Housing” (see img. 9) and/or “Horizontal Mounting of Main Housing” (see img. 10).

VERTICAL MOUNTING OF MAIN HOUSING

NOTE: With the main housing in the vertical position the ToolStand™ is used for drilling.

1. With the main housing in the vertical position, insert the triangular knob into the hole on the side of the tube holder and then screw the additional hex nut onto the bolt of the triangular knob. Do not fully tighten (see img. 1).
   Hint: The plastic cap found on the end of the triangular knob may have to be removed to get the hex nut on.
   Reinsert the plastic cap after the hex nut is on.

2. Slide the main housing over the tube, through the vertical slot at the back of the main housing (see img. 2a).
   Using the triangular knob, tighten the main housing at any height for the time being (see img. 2b).

HORIZONTAL MOUNTING OF MAIN HOUSING

NOTE: With the main housing in the horizontal position the ToolStand™ is used for sanding, brushing, grinding, and polishing.

1. With the main housing in the horizontal position, insert the triangular knob into the hole at the base of the main housing and then screw the additional hex nut onto the bolt of the triangular knob. Do not fully tighten (see img. 1).
   HINT: The plastic cap found on the end of the triangular knob may have to be removed to get the hex nut on.
   Reinsert the plastic cap after the hex nut is on.

2. Slide the main housing over the tube, through the hole at the base of the main housing (see img. 2a).
   Using the triangular knob, tighten the main housing at any height for the time being (see img. 2b).

ATTACHING YOUR ROTARY TOOL

1. Remove the nose cap, that came with the rotary tool, from the tip of the tool (see img. 1).

2. Place the rotary tool into the metal tool holder on the main housing, with the tip of the tool going through the hole on the metal tool holder. Be sure that the On/Off, speed, and lock buttons/switches are accessible and that the rotary tool is sitting straight in the tool holder (see img. 2).

3. The ToolStand™ comes with two different collet nuts. Determine which collet nut threads onto your rotary tool.

4. Thread the collet nut onto the tip of the tool to secure the rotary tool to the metal tool holder on the main housing (see img. 3).

5. Insert the cord into the cord holder. Be sure that the cord is clear from the work area. Make sure the cord has enough slack to keep it from being pulled taut when plunging your rotary tool (see img. 4).

6. Attach the desired rotary tool accessory to the rotary tool. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for attaching accessories to the rotary tool.
   NOTE: The rotary tool accessory can be installed before or after it is seated in the tool holder.

USING THE TOOLSTAND™ IN THE VERTICAL MOUNT POSITION

NOTE: With the main housing in the vertical position the ToolStand™ is used for drilling.

1. Determine the desired height for your application and then tighten the triangular knob to keep in place.
   Warning: Do not tighten the head housing on the tube any higher than flush with the top of the tube (see img. 1).

2. Mark the hole locations on the work piece. The scales on the base can be used to get precise hole location markings (see img. 2).

3. Secure the work piece to the base before drilling to prevent the work piece from climbing the drill bit or spinning. Hold down clamps or a small utility vise (not included) can be used to secure the work piece (see img. 3).

4. With the bit touching the workpiece, adjust depth stop to desired setting on the scale and tighten lock screw (see img. 4).

5. You are now ready to drill. Follow the manufacturer’s instruction for use and safety of the rotary tool.

HINTS

1. If drilling a round piece, use a “V” block or vise to keep the object in place. A center punch mark may be necessary for materials such as a metal tube before you start drilling (see img. 1).

2. It is recommended to adjust the height of the main housing so that there is a maximum of 1/4″ (6.5mm) between drill bit tip and work piece (see img. 2).
   NOTE: With the main housing locked in placed, the ToolStand™ has a 2.5″ (63.5mm) travel distance.

3. Do not force feed the drill bit into the work piece.
   The motor speed should never be noticeably reduced for any reason. Feed carefully when approaching the point of breakthrough. Use multiple up and down motions when drilling to allow for smooth breakthrough (see img. 3a & 3b).

4. The rotary tool can be cord or cordless, as long as the nose cap can be removed and the collet nut can be attached.

5. To store the ToolStand™ with the bit still inserted, move the main housing down until the bit is partially in the center hole of the base. Tighten the triangular knob and s-knob to keep the main housing in place (see img. 4). Warning: Do not lower the bit all the way down.
   The bit should not be flush with the feet of the base.

USING THE TOOLSTAND™ IN THE HORIZONTAL MOUNT POSITION

NOTE: With the main housing in the horizontal position the ToolStand™ is used for sanding, brushing, grinding, and polishing.

1. Determine the desired height for your application and then tighten the triangular knob to keep in place.
   It is recommended to have the main housing as close to the base as possible. Warning: Do not tighten the head housing on the tube any higher than flush with the top of the tube (see img. 1).

2. Be sure that the ToolStand™ is on a flat, level work surface. Using the four screws and washers included with the ToolStand™ , you can mount the unit to any work surface by driving the screws through the four holes on the base (see img. 2). Clamps can also be used to secure the unit in place. Be sure the clamps are tightly secured and are not in the way.

3. You are now ready to sand, brush, grind, or polish.
   Follow the manufacturer’s instruction for use and safety of the rotary tool.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

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