Dremel MM35 User Manual

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Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not us e any ad a pter p lugs wi th ear t hed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
an d m atch i ng outl ets wi ll r educ e r isk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of
an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and us e c omm on sens e w hen opera ting a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
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
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Safety Symbols
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual
and pay attention to these symbols.
!
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
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Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the sw itc h is in the of f-posit ion bef ore connecting to power source and / or battery pa ck, picking up o r carr ying t he too l.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
co ntrol of the p ower to ol in u nexpe cted situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Power tool use and care
Do not fo rce t he power too l. Use t h e correct power tool for your application. The
correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
ca n n ot be cont r o lled with th e sw i t ch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool b
efore making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Ma n y a cciden t s a re caused b y p o o rly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified re p a ir pe r s on us i ng onl y ident i cal replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
Hold pow er tool by insulate d grippin g surfaces, 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" an d co u ld g i ve t h e o p e rator an el e ctric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or
against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing walls or other blind areas where electrical
wi ring ma y ex ist. If th is situ a tion is
unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this worksite.
Use a metal detector to determine if there are gas or water pipes hidden in the work area or call the local utility company for assistance before beginning the operation.
Striking or cutting into a gas line will result in explosion. Water entering an electrical device may cause electrocution.
Always hold the tool firmly with both hands for maximum control. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
co ntro l of t he p ower tool in un expe c ted situations.
Safety Rules for Oscillating Tools
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Keep hands away from cutting area. Do not reach under the material being cut. The
proximity of the blade to your hand is hidden from your sight.
D
o not use dull or damaged blades. Bent
blade can break easily or cause kickback.
Exercise extreme caution when handling the accessories. The accessories are very
sharp.
Wear protective gloves when changing cutting accessories. Accessories become
hot after prolonged usage.
Use thick cushioned gloves and limit the expo sur e tim e by taki ng freq uent rest periods. Vibration caused by the tool may be
harmful to the hands and arms.
Before scraping, check workpiece for nails. If there are nails, either remove them or set them well below intended finished surface.
Striking a nail with accessory edge could cause the tool to jump.
Do not wet sand with this tool. Liqui ds entering the motor housing is an electrical shock hazard.
Never work in area which is soaked with a li quid , s u ch as a s olve nt or wate r , o r
da mpene d su ch as ne w ly appli e d wallpap er. Th ere i s an electrical shock
hazard when working in such conditions with a power tool and heating of the liquid caused by scraping action may cause harmful vapors to be emitted from workpiece.
Always wear eye protection and a dust mask for dus ty applica tions and when sanding overhead. Sanding particles can be
absorbed by your eyes and inhaled easily and may cause health complications.
Use special precautions when sanding chemically pressure treated lumber, paint th at m ay be l ead bas ed, or an y o ther materials that may contain carcinogens. A
suitable breathing respirator and protective clothing must be worn by all persons entering the work area. Work area should be sealed by plastic sheeting and persons not protected sh ould be kept out unti l w ork area is thoroughly cleaned.
Do not use sandpaper intended for larger sanding pads. Larger sandpaper will extend
beyond the sanding pad causing snagging, tearing of the paper or kick-back. Extra paper extending beyond the sanding pad can also cause serious lacerations.
Additional Safety Warnings
Al ways insp ect blade for dam age (breakage, cracks) before each use. Never use if damage is suspected.
GFCI and personal protection devices like electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety.
Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply. While the tool may appear to
work, the electrical components of the AC rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard to the operator.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely
control the power tool.
Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for you r tool. When cleaning a tool be careful not to disassemble any portion of th e tool si nce int erna l wire s may be misplaced or pinched or safety guard return sp rin gs may be impr oper ly mo unt ed.
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carb on tetrachlo rid e, ammonia, etc. m ay damage plastic parts.
Risk of injury to user. The power cord must only be serviced by a Dremel Service Facility.
Some dust create d by
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to ca use cance r, b i r th defect s or ot h e r reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chr omium from chemic ally-
treated lumber.
Yo u r ri s k fr om th ese e x posur e s va r ies, depending on how often you do this type of work. T o reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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Symbols
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Symbol Designation / Explanation
V Volts (voltage)
A Amperes (current)
Hz Hertz (frequency, cycles per second)
W Watt (power)
kg Kilograms (weight)
min Minutes (time)
s Seconds (time)
Diameter (size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.)
n
0
No load speed (rotational speed at no load)
n Rated speed (maximum attainable speed)
.../min
Revolutions or reciprocation per minute (revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc. per minute)
0 Off position (zero speed, zero torque...)
1, 2, 3, ...
I, II, III,
Selector settings (speed, torque or position settings. Higher number means greater speed)
0
Infinitely variable selector with off (speed is increasing from 0 setting)
Arrow (action in the direction of arrow)
Alternating current (type or a characteristic of current)
Direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
Alternating or direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
Class II construction (designates double insulated construction tools)
Earthing terminal (grounding terminal)
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Symbols (continued)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the t
ool better and safer.
Symbol Designation / Explanation
Designates Li-ion battery recycling program
Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling program
Alerts user to read manual
Alerts user to wear eye protection
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Dremel Multi­Max™.
This tool was designed to tackle home repair, remodeling and res toration projects. The Dremel Multi-Max™ tackles tasks that are tedious, time consuming or simply next to impossible to achieve with any other tool. The ergonomic housing is designed for you to hold and control in a comfortable manner during operation.
It comes with an assortment of accessories that are specifically designed for remodeling work where you need precision and control.
Your D r e m e l Mu l t i - M a x ™ has a robust electric motor, is comfortable in the hand, and is mad e to accept a large var iety of ac c e s sories inc l u d ing f l ush c u t bl a des, scraper blades, grout removal wheels and sanding pads.
Accessories come in a variety of shapes and permit you to do a number of different jobs. As you become familiar with the range of accessories and their uses, you will learn just how versatile your Dremel Multi-Max™ is.
Visit www.dremel.com to learn more about what you c an do with your Dremel Mul ti­Max™.
INTENDED USE
This Dremel Multi-Max™ Tool is intended for dry sanding of surf aces, corners, e dges, sc rap ing, sawin g soft metal s, wood an d plastic components, and grout removal using the applicable tools an d ac c e s s o r i e s recommended by Dremel.
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Functional Description and Specifications
D
isconn ect t he plug f rom t he power source before making any
assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.
FIG. 1
Model MM35 Multi-Max™ Oscillating Power Tool
Variable Speed
Control Dial
On/Off
Switch
Po
w
e
r
Cord
Ventilation
Openings
Accessory
Model number MM35
No load speed n
0
10,000-21,000/min
Voltage rating 120 V 60 Hz
Ventilation
Openings
Clamping
Knob
Clamping
Flange
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Disconn e c t th e plug
from the power source before making any a s s e m b l y , adjustments or chang ing acc essories.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
For all work or when
ch a nging ac c essor i es al ways we ar p rote c tive gl oves . Suc h
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury from sharp edges of the accessories. Application tools can become very hot while working. Danger of burns!
INSTALLING ACCESSORIES WITH
EASY-LOCK ACCESSORY CHANGE
Only use Dr e m e l
accessories rated 21000 OPM o r g reater. Usi ng access ori es not
designed for this power tool may result in serious personal injury and property damage.
The Dremel Multi-Max MM35 was designed with a n in t e g r a t e d ac c e s s o r y ch a n g e mechani s m . Th e Easy-Lock ac c e s s o r y interface allows you to install and remove accessories without the need of a wrench or hex key.
1.To install an accessory using the Easy-
Lock fea ture, first loos en the clam ping knob by twisting it in a counter-clockwise direction (Fig. 2).
2.Press th e clamping kn o b so th a t the
clamping flange extends enough to fit a blade in between the clamping flange and the interface. You may need to loosen the clamping knob more to allow adequate room for the accessory. (Fig. 3)
3.Place the accessory onto the interface,
making sure the accessory engages all pins on the interface and the accessory is flush against the accessory holder (Fig. 4).
4.Release pressure on the clamping knob.
The spring action of the mechanism will hold the blade in place while you secure it (Fig. 5).
5.Tighten the clamping knob by twisting in a
clockwise direction (Fig. 2). Make sure to tighten fully, until you can’t twist the clamping knob (without it being uncomfortable).
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Assembly
FIG. 3
FIG. 2
Clamping
Knob
Pins
Flange
Accessory
FIG. 5
FIG. 4
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Note: Some accessories, such as scrapers or blades, may be mounted either straight on the tool, or at an angle to enhance usability (Fig. 6).
In or d e r to do th i s with th e Ea s y -Lock in t erfac e , p l ace t he a ccess o ry o n to t he accessory holder making sure the accessory engages all p i n s in t h e holder a n d the accessory is flush agains t the acces sory holder. Securely lock the accessory in place as described previously (Fig. 2).
REMOVING ACCESSORIES WITH
EASY-LOCK ACCESSORY CHANGE
1.To remove an accessory, first loosen the
clamping knob by twisting it in a counter­clockwise direction (Fig. 2).
2.Press th e clamping k n o b and li f t the
accessory bracket to take it off the pins. You may ne ed to loosen the clamp ing
kn ob m ore to allow adeq u ate roo m t o remove the accessory. (Fig. 3)
Note: Blade may be hot after use, wait for blade to cool down before touch.
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LEARNING TO USE THE TOOL
Getting the most out of your oscillating tool is a matter of learning how to let the speed and the feel of the tool in your hands work for you.
The first step in learning to use the tool is to get the “feel” of it. Hold it in your hand and feel its weight and balance (Fig. 7). Depending on the application, you will need to adjust your hand position to achieve optimum comfort and control. The unique comfort grip on the body of the tool allows for added comfort and control during use.
Operating Instructions
FIG. 7
FIG. 6
INSTALLING AND REMOVING
SANDING SHEETS
Your backing pad uses hook-and-loop backed sandpaper, which firmly grips the backing pad when applied with moderate pressure.
1. Align the sanding sheet and press it onto
the sanding plate by hand.
2. F i rmly pre ss t h e power too l with t he
sanding sheet against a flat surface and briefly switch the power tool on. This will pr omo te goo d adhe sion a nd hel ps to prevent premature wear.
3. To change, merely peel off the old sanding sheet, remove dust from the backing pad if necessary, and press the new sanding sheet in place.
After considerable service the backing pad surface will become worn, and the backing pad must be replaced when it no longer offers a firm grip. If you are experiencing premature wear out of the backing pad facing, decrease the amo unt of pre ssure you are applying during operation of the tool.
For maximum use of abrasive, rotate pad 120 degrees when tip of abrasive becomes worn.
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When holding tool, do not cover the air vents with your hand. Blocking the air vents could cause the motor to overheat.
IMPORTANT! Practice on scrap material first to see how th e t ool’ s h igh-s peed actio n performs. Keep in mind that your tool will perform best by allowing the speed, along with the correct accessory, do the work for you. Be careful not to apply too much pressure.
Instead, lower the oscillating accessory lightly to the work surface and allow it to touch the point at which you want to begin. Concentrate on guiding the tool over the work using very litt le pres sure from your hand. Allow the accessory to do the work.
Usually it is better to make a series of passes with the tool rather than to do the entire job with one pass. To make a cut, for example, pass the tool back and forth over the work. Cut a little material on each pass until you reach the desired depth.
SLIDE "ON/OFF" SWITCH
The tool is switched "ON" by the slide switch located on the topside of the motor housing.
TO TURN THE TOOL "ON", slide the switch button forward.
TO TURN THE TOOL "OFF", slide the switch button backward.
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL
This tool is equipped with a variable speed co ntrol dial (Fig . 8). T he s peed ma y b e controlled during operation by presetting the dial in any one of ten positions.
OPERATING SPEEDS
The Dremel Multi-Max™ consists of an AC universal motor and oscillating mechanism to perform applications such as cutting, grout removal, scraping, sanding and more.
The Dremel Multi-Max™ has a h i g h oscillating motion of 10,000 - 21,000 /min (OPM). The high speed motion allows the Dremel Multi-Max™ to perform with excellent results. The oscillating motion allows the dust to fall to the surface rather than slinging particles into the air.
To achieve the best results when working with diffe ren t m ate rials, se t t he varia ble speed control to suit the job (See Speed Chart on Page 13 & 14 for guidance). To select the right speed for the accessory in use, practice with scrap material first.
NOTE: Speed is affected by v o l tages changes. A reduced incoming voltage will slow the OPM of the tool, especially at the lowest setting. If your tool appea rs to be running slowly, increase the speed setting accordingly. The tool may not start at the lowest switch setting in areas where outlet voltage is less than 120 volts. Simply move the speed s ettin g to a higher position to begin operation.
Th e varia b le s peed co ntro l settin gs a re marked on t h e speed c o n t r o l dial. The settings for approximate speed range /min (OPM) are:
You can refer to the charts on the following pages to determine the proper speed, based on the material and accessory being used. These charts enable you to select both the correct accessory and the optimum speed at a glance.
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FIG. 8
Variable Speed
Control Dial
Speed Control
Dial Setting
Speed Range
/min (OPM)
2 10,000-11,000
4 11,000-13,000
6 13,000-16,000
8 16,000-19,000
10 19,000-21,000
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FIG. 10FIG. 9
CORRECT: Sand with a smooth back and forth motion, allowing the weight of the tool to do the work.
INCORRECT: Avoid sanding with only the tip of the pad. Keep as much sand paper in touch with the work surface as possible.
CORRECT: Always sand with the pad and sandpaper flat against the work surface. Work smoothly in a back and forth motion.
INCORRECT: Avoid tipping the pad. Always sand flat.
CORRECT: Always cut with a smooth back and forth motion. Never force the blade. Apply light pressure to guide the tool.
INCORRECT: Do not twist the tool while cutting.This can cause the blade to bind.
CORRECT: Make sure flexible scraper blade flexes enough
INCORRECT: Avoid screw head touching surface with flexible scraper blade.
Please refer to figures 9 and 10 for further instruction on how to use your Dremel Multi-Max™. Following these instructions will allow you to get the highest performance out of your oscilating tool.
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Accessories and Variable Speed Control Dial Settings
Use only Dremel, high-performance accessories.
Description
Catalog
Number
Soft
Wood
Hard
Wood
Painted
Wood
Laminates Steel
Auminum/
Copper
Vinyl/
Carpet
Caulk/
Adhesive
Stone/
Cement
Grout
60, 120, 240 Grit
Paper - Bare Wood
MM70W 2 - 10
2 - 10
- 2 - 6 8 - 10 8 - 10
- - -
-
60, 120, 240 Grit
Paper - Paint
MM70P 2 - 10 2 - 10 2 - 10 2 - 6 8 - 10 8 - 10
- - -
-
HCS Wood Flush
Cut Blade
1-1'4" x 1-11/16"
MM480
8 - 10 6 - 10
- 2 - 6
- - -
-
BiM Wood & Metal
Flush Cut Blade
1-1/4" x 1'11/16"
MM482 8 - 10 6 - 10
- 2 - 6
8 - 10*
8 - 10
- - -
-
Carbide Flush Cut
Blade
1-1/4" x 1-11/16"
MM485 8 - 10 6 - 10 - 2 - 6 8 - 10 8 - 10 - - - -
BiM Wood & Metal
Flush Cut
Panel Blade
VC490 8 - 10 6 - 10 - 2 - 6 8 - 10* 8 - 10 - - - -
BiM Wood & Metal
Flush Cut
Pipe & 2x4 Blade
VC494 8 - 10 6 - 10 - 2 - 6 8 - 10* 8 - 10
-
- -
-
3" Wood & Drywall
Saw Blade
MM450 8 - 10 6 - 10
- 2 - 6
-
-
- - -
-
3" BiM Wood &
Metal Flush Cut
Saw Blade
MM452 8 - 10
6 - 10
- 2 - 6 8 - 10* 8 - 10
- - -
-
* Soft Steel Only
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Accessories and Variable Speed Control Dial Settings
Use only Dremel, high-performance accessories.
Description
Catalog
Number
Soft
Wood
Hard
Wood
Painted
Wood
Laminates Steel
Aluminum/
Copper
Vinyl/
Carpet
Caulk/
Adhesive
Stone/
Cement
Grout
Multi-Knife Blade
MM430
- -
- - -
- 6 - 10 - -
-
1/8" Grout Removal
Blade
MM500
- -
- - -
- - - - 6 - 10
1/16" Grout
Removal Blade
MM501 - - - - - - - - - 6 - 10
1/16" Grout
Removal Blade
MM502 - -
- -
- - - - - 6 - 10
Rigid Scraper Blade MM600 - -
2 - 4 -
- - 2 - 6 2 - 6 - -
Flexible Scraper
Blade
MM610
- -
2 - 4 - -
- - 2 - 6 -
-
60 Grit Diamond
Paper
MM910 - -
- -
- - -
-
6 - 10 6 - 10
24 Grit Carbide
Rasp
MM920 6 - 10 6 - 10
6 - 10 -
- - - - 6 - 10 6 - 10
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APPLICATION
Your Dremel Multi-Max™ Tool is intended for sanding and cutting wooden materials, plastic, plaster and non-ferrous metals. It is especially suitable for working close to edges, in tight spaces, and for flush cutting. This tool must be used only with Dremel accessories .
Below are some typical uses for your Dremel Multi-Max™ Tool.
For all accessories, work with the accessory away
from the body. Never position hand near or
directly in front of working area. Always hold the tool with both hands and wear protective gloves.
Flush Cutting
Remove excess wood from door jamb, window sill and/or toekick. Removing excess copper or PVC pipe.
Removal work
e.g. carpets & backing, old tile adhesives, ca ulkin g o n m ason r y, wood a n d o ther surfaces.
Removal of excess materials
e.g. plaster, mortar splatters, concrete on tiles, sills.
Preparation of surfaces
e.g. for new floors and tiles.
Detail sanding
e.g. for sand ing i n extremely tight areas otherwise difficult to reach and require hand sanding
CUTTING
Saw blades are ideal for making precise cuts in tight areas, close to edges or flush to a surface.
Select a medium to high speed for making initial plunge, start off at medium speed for increased control. After making your initial cut, you can increase speed for faster cutting ability.
Fl ush cutti ng b lade s are intended to make precise cuts to allow for installation of flooring or
wall material. When flush cutting it is important not to force the tool during the plunge cut. If you experience a strong vibration in your hand du ring the plu nge cu t, this indicates that you are applying too much pressure. Back the tool out and let the speed
of the tool do the work. While keeping the teeth of the blade in the work surface, move the back of the tool in a slow sideways motion. This motion will help expedite the cut.
When making a flush cut it is always a good idea to have a piece of scrap material (tile or wood) supporting the blade. If you need to rest the flush cutting blade on a delicate surface, you should protect the surface with cardboard or masking tape.
Th e flat saw bla de is ide al for ma king precis e cuts in woo d , plaster, drywall material.
Applications include cutting openings in flooring for venting, repairing damaged flooring, cutting openings for electrical boxes. The blade works best on softer woods such as pine. For harder woods, the blade life will be limited.
Select a medium to high speed.
The fla t saw blade c an also be u sed for window restoration making glazing easy to remove. The saw blade can be placed directly against the edge of the window frame, guiding the blade through the glazing.
Panel Cutting Accessory
Model VC490
Th e pa nel blade has bee n designed for making straight cuts in sheet materials, such as plywood, drywall and cement
board up to ¾” thick. (Refer to chart for cutting depths.) For best results, this blade should be used with the tools control foot in the open position. This blade has a more rigid design to help i mprove accuracy and c ontrol when making these types of cuts. When making cuts in sheet materials it is important not to force the tool during the cut. If you experience strong vibration in your hand during the cut, this indicates that you are applying too much pressure. Back the tool out of the cut and let the speed of the tool do the work.
Pipe and 2x4 Cutting Accessory
Model VC494
The pipe and 2x4 cutting blade ha s been de signe d to cut through thick materials, such as a 2x4, as well as tubing, such as
conduit, copper and PVC piping.
Operating Applications
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GROUT REMOVAL
Grout removal blades are ideal fo r re movin g da maged or
cr acke d grou t. Grou t blad es come in different widths (1/16" and 1/8") to tackle different grout line wid ths . Bef ore selecting a grout blade measure the grout line width to pick the appropriate blade.
Select a medium to high speed.
To remove the grout, use a back and forth motion, making several passes along the grout line. The hardness of the grout will dictate how many passes are needed. Try and keep the grout blade aligned with the grout line and be careful not to apply too much side pressure on the grout blade during the process. To control plunge depth use the carbide grit line on the blade as an indicator. Be careful not to plunge beyond the carbide grit line to avoid damage to the backer board material.
The grout blades can handle both sanded and un sand e d grout . I f y ou noti ce the bl ade clogging during the grout removal process, you can use a brass brush to clean the grit, thus exposing the grit again.
The grout blade geometry is designed so that the blade can remove all gro ut up to the su rfa ce of a wall or corn er. This ca n be accomplished by ensuring that the segmented portion of the blade is facing the wall or corner.
SCRAPING
Scrapers are suitable for removing old coats of va rnish or adhes i ves, re movi ng b onde d carpeting, e.g. o n sta irs /st eps a nd other small/medium size surfaces.
Select low to medium speed.
Rigid scrapers are for large area
removal, and harder materials
such as vinyl flooring, carpeting
an d tile a d hesi ves. W h en removing strong, tacky adhesives, grease the
scraper blade surface with (petroleum jelly or silicone grease) to reduce gumming up.
The carpet/vinyl flooring removes easier if it is scored prior to removal so the scraper blade can move underneath the flooring material.
Flexible scrapers are use d for hard to reach areas and softer material such as caulk.
Mount the scraper blade with the logo side facing up. With the flexible scraper, make sure that the screw head does not make contact with surface during the scraping process (a 30
- 45 degree pitch is recommend). This can be
accomplished by making sure that the tool is at an angle to the blade. You should be able to see the blade flex during the scraping process.
If you are removing caulk from a delicate surface such as a bath tub or tile back splash, we re comm e nd t apin g or pr otec ting the surface that the blade will rest on. Use rubbing alcohol to clean the surface after the caulk and/or adhesive is removed.
Turn the tool on and place desired accessory on the area where material is to be removed.
Begin with light press ure. The o scillating mo tion of acce s sory onl y oc curs whe n pres sure is applied to the materi al to be removed.
Excessive pressure can gouge or damage the background surfaces (e.g,. wood, plaster).
SANDING
Sanding accessories are suitable for dry sanding of wood, metal, surfaces, corners and edges and
hard to reach areas.
Work with the complete surface of the sanding pad, not only with the tip.
Corners may be finished using the tip or edge of t he selected a cce sso ry, whic h should occasionally be rotated during use to distribute the wear on the accessory and backing pad surface.
Sand with a contin uous motion and light pressure. DO NOT apply excessive pressure ­let the tool do the work. Excessive pressure will result in poor handling, vibration, and unwanted sanding marks and premature wear on the sanding sheet.
Always be certain that smaller workpieces are securely fastened to a bench or other support. Larger panels may be held in place by hand on a bench or sawhorses.
Open-coat aluminum oxide sanding sheets are recommended for most wood or metal sanding applications, as this synthetic material cuts quickly and wears well. Some applications, such as metal finishing or cleaning, require special abrasive pads which are available from your dealer. For best results, use Dremel sanding accessories which are of superior quality and are carefully selected to produce professional quality results with your oscillating tool.
The following suggestions may be used as a general guide for abrasive selection, but the best results will be obtained by sanding a test sample of the workpiece first.
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Grit Application
Coarse For rough wood or metal sanding, and rust or old finish removal.
Medium For general wood or metal sanding
Fine For final finishing of wood, metal, plaster and other surfaces.
With the workpiece firmly secured, turn tool on as described above. Contact the work with the tool after the tool has reached its full speed, and remove it from the work before switching the tool off. Operating your oscillating tool in this manner will prolong switch and motor life, and greatly increase the quality of your work.
Move the oscillating tool in long steady strokes parallel to the grain using some lateral motion to overlap the strokes by as much as 75%. DO NOT apply excessive pressure - let the tool do the work. Excessive pressure will result in poor handling, vibration, and unwanted sanding marks.
GRINDING
The diamond paper accessory allows for the Multi-Max™ to be used for
grinding away cement, plaster or thin set. Preparing the surface for tile replacement is a common application for this accessory.
The diamond paper needs to be mounted to the backing pad prior to use.
Select a low to high speed depending on the material removal rate desired.
The carbide rasp accessory also allows the Mul ti-Max™ to grind
aw ay c emen t , t hins e t m ortar , plaster, and also wood. This accessory is commonly used to prepare for tile replacement or raspi ng wood t o s moot h a surfa ce or remove material.
The speed should be set at high speed for aggressive material removal or at low speed for a more detailed removal of material.
Do not apply excessive pressure on the tool-let it do the work.
Corners may be finished using the tip or edge of t he selected a cce sso ry, whic h should occasionally be rotated during use to distribute the wear on the accessory and backing pad surface.
Grind with a con tinuous motion and lig ht pressure. DO NOT apply excessive pressure ­let the tool do the work. Excessive pressure will result in poor handling, vibration, and premature wear on the diamond paper sheet.
Selecting Sanding / Grinding Sheets
Material Application Grit Size
All wooden materials (e.g., hardwood, softwood, chipboard, building board) Metal materials–
Metal materials, fiberglass and plastics
For coarse-sanding, e.g. of rough, unplanned beams and boards
Coarse 60
For face sanding and planing small irregularities
Medium 120
For finish and fine sanding of wood
Fine 240
Paint, varnish, filling compound, and filler
For sanding off paint Coarse 80
For sanding primer (e.g., for removing brush dashes, drops of paint and paint run)
Medium 120
For final sanding of primers before coating
Fine 240
Masonry, stone, cement and thin set
For smoothing, shaping and braking edges
Coarse 60
Sand Paper (Dark)
Sand Paper (White)
Diamond Paper
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