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5. Pull the vent at the top of the reservoir cap to the
OPEN position (Figure 6).
NOTE! The vent must be in the OPEN position during
operation of the machine. If the vent is left
closed, coolant flow will be hindered.
6. Make sure ON switch is in the OFF position.
7. Position the foot switch so that the operator can safely
control the machine, tools and workpiece.
• Stand facing the directional switch.
• Have convenient access to the directional switch,
tools and chucks without reaching across the ma-
chine.
8. Plug the Threading Machine into the electrical outlet
making sure to position the power cord along the clear
path selected earlier. If the power cord does not reach
the outlet, use an extension cord in good condition.
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WARNING
To avoid electrical shock and electrical fires, never use an
extension cord that is damaged or does not meet the fol-
lowing requirements:
• The cord has a three-prong plug similar to shown in
Electrical Safety section.
• The cord is rated as “W” or “W-A” if being used out-
doors.
• The cord has sufficient wire thickness (14 AWG). If
the wire thickness is too small, the cord may over-
heat, melting the cord’s insulation or causing nearby
objects to ignite.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, keep all
electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do not
touch plug with wet hands.
9. Check the Threading Machine to insure it is operating
properly.
• Flip the switch to ON. Press and release the foot
switch. Check that the Threading Machine rotates
in a counterclockwise direction as you are facing
the front chuck. Have the Threading Machine ser-
viced if it rotates in the wrong direction or if the foot
switch does not control its stopping or starting.
• Depress and hold the foot switch. Inspect the
moving parts for misalignment, binding, odd noises
or any other unusual conditions that may affect the
safe and normal operation of the machine. If such
conditions are present, have the Threading
Machine serviced.
• Check the coolant system by placing the die head
in the DOWN position. Press down on the die
head (Figure 7). With the foot switch depressed,
the coolant should flow from the die head as con-
tinuous stream of drops (approximately one (1)
drop per second).
• Release the foot switch and flip the switch to OFF.
NOTE! If 1210 has not been used for some time or the
die head has been removed from the machine,
coolant system must be primed.
Priming The Coolant System
1. Check that the reservoir vent cap is in the OPEN po-
sition (Figure 6).
2. Swing the die head in the DOWN position and turn the
switch to the ON position.
3. Depress and hold down on the foot switch.
4. Press DOWN on the die head (Figure 7). The die
head will actuate a poppet valve that is in the carriage.
1210 Oil-less Threading Machine
Figure 5 – Full Coolant Reservoir
Figure 6 – Reservoir Vent Open
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