Dremel VC60 User Manual

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VELOCITY™
VC60

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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 ada p t e r plugs w i th eart h e d
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs

an d ma tchin g ou tlets wil l re d uce ris k o f
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 ommon se nse when o pera 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, will
result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will 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 itch is in the off- posi tion be fore
connecting to power source and / or battery
pa ck, pic king up or ca rryi ng the 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 n trol of the powe r too l in unex p e 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 for ce th e pow er to o l. Use the
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 o t be control l e d with the switc h 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 c c i dents are caused by po o r l y
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 i r pe r s o n us i n g onl y iden t i c a l
replacement parts. This will ensure that the

safety of the power tool is maintained.

Hold power tool by i nsulate d gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact
hidd en wiri ng or its own cord. Cutting

accessory contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"
an d could giv e the oper a t or an ele c t ric
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 r ing ma y e xist. If t his sit u ation i s

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

Safety Rules for Oscillating Tools

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co n trol of the powe r too l in unex p e cted
situations.

Keep hands away from cutting area. Do
not reach under the material being cut. The

p

roximity of the blade to your hand is hidden

from your sight.
Do 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
exposure t ime by t aking fre que nt 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. Liquids
entering the motor housing is an electrical
shock hazard.

Never work in area which is soaked with a
li quid, suc h as a solvent or wate r , o r

da m pened su c h as newly ap p lied
wallpape r. T her e i s an electri cal 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 dusty applications 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 a t m a y be lea d bas e d, o r an y oth e r
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 o uld be k ept out until wo r k a r ea i s
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 w ays ins p ect blad e fo r damage
(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 your tool. When cleani ng a tool b e
careful not to disassemble any portion of
th e tool sin ce inter nal wire s may be
misplaced or pinched or safety guard return
sp ring s may be improp erly mount ed.

Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, am mon ia, etc. may
damage plastic parts.

Risk of injury to user. The power cord must only
be serviced by a Dremel Service Facility.

Some dust created by

power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to
ca use ca ncer , bi r t h de f e cts or ot h er
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 an d chromium from c hemically-

treated lumber.

Yo u r risk f r o m these expo s u r es vari e s ,
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your ex pos ure to th ese
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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Functional Description and Specifications

Disconnect the plug f rom the power s ource before making an y
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

Dremel Velocity™

Oscillating Power Tool

VARIABLE SPEED

CONTROL DIAL

ON/OFF

SWITCH

CLAMPING

FLANGE

CONTROL FOOT

RELEASE BUTTON

CONTROL

FOOT

CONTROL

FOOT

QUICK LOCK

™

LEVER

ACCESSORY

HOLDER

Model number VC60
Rated speed n 10,000-16,000/min
Voltage rating 120 V 60 Hz

VENTILATION

OPENINGS

POWER

CORD

ACCESSORY

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Disconnect the plug from

the power source before
making any asse mbl y, ad jus tme nts or
c

hanging accessories. Such preventive

safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally.

For all w ork or when

changing a ccessories
always wear protecti ve gloves. Su ch

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 QUICK

LOCK™ ACCESSORY CHANGE

The Dremel Velocity™ (Model VC60) includes
an integrated accessory change mechanism.
The Quick Lock™ accessory interface allows
you to install and remove accessories without
the need of a wrench or hex key.

1. To install an accessory using the Quick

Lock™ feature, hold the tool with the Quick
Lock™ lever facing down to prevent the blade
from falling off the accessory holder when
installing and removing accessories.

2. Turn the Quick Lock™ lever on the side of

the tool to unlock the clamping mechanism
(Fig 2). Push the lever until it stops. The lever
needs to be fully engaged to unlock the
clamping mechanism.

3. Clean accessory holder, accessory and the

clamping flange with a clean cloth.

4. Place the accessory onto the accessory

holder making sure the accessory engages
all pins in the holder and the accessory is
flush against the accessory holder (Fig. 3a &
Fig 3b).

To avoid pinching, firmly

hold Qui ck Loc k lever
when fastening accessory. Avoid placing
hands or fingers between lever and tool
body.

5. Turn the Quick Lock™ lever on the side of

the tool to the locked position, to securely lock
the accessory in place (Fig. 2).

NOTE: Some accessories, such as scrapers or
blades, may be mounted either straight on the
tool, or at an angle to increase usability (Fig. 4).
In order to do this w ith the Q uick Lo ck™
interfac e, place the acce ssory ont o the
accessory holder making sure the accessory
engages all pins in the holder and the accessory
is flush against the accessory holder. Securely
lock the accessory in place as descri bed
previously (Fig. 2).

Assembly

FIG. 2

UNLOCK

LOCK

FIG. 3a

CLAMPING

FLANGE

ACCESSORY

HOLDER

ACCESSORY

FIG. 4

FIG. 3b

CLAMPING

FLANGE

ACCESSORY

HOLDER

ACCESSORY

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REMOVING ACCESSORIES WITH QUICK

LOCK™ ACCESSORY CHANGE

1. To remove an accessory, simply unlock the

clamping mechanism by turning the Quick
Lock™ lever as described above (Fig. 2).

2. Lift up on the accessory bracket to take it off

the pins. (Note: be careful, blade may be
hot.)

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. Fi rmly p r ess t h e pow e r too l with the
sanding sheet against a flat surface and

briefly switch the power tool on. This will
pr omot e g ood adh esio n a nd help s t o
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 amou nt of pressure you are applyin g
during operation of the tool.

For maximum use of abrasive, rotate pad 120
degrees when tip of abrasive becomes worn.

Thank yo u fo r purc h a s i n g th e Dremel
Velocity™.

This tool was designed to tackle home repair,
remodeling and restorat ion p rojects. The
Dremel Velocity™ 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 Dremel Velocity™ has a robust electric
motor, is comfortable in the hand, and is
made to accept a large variety of accessories
including flush cut blades, 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 Velocity™ is.

Visit www.dremel.com to learn more about
what y o u can do w i t h your Dr e mel
Velocity™.

INTENDED USE

Th e Dre m el V e locity ™ Too l is pri m arily
intended to be used as a cutting tool in wood,
plastic, drywall, metal and other materials. It
is comp a t i b l e with all D r e m el uni v e r s a l
oscillating access ories used for sanding,
scraping, g r inding a n d gr o u t removal
applications.

Introduction

Operating Instructions

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. 5). 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.

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 se e ho w th e t o ol’s high -spee d ac t ion
performs. Keep in mind that your tool will

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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
little pre ssu re from you r 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 n trol dia l (F ig. 6 ). Th e sp e ed m a y be
controlled during operation by presetting the
dial in any one of ten positions.

OPERATING SPEEDS

The Dremel Velocity™ consists of an AC
universal motor and oscillating mechanism to
perform applications such as cutting, grout
removal, scraping, sanding and more.

The Dremel Velocity™ has a high oscillating
motion of 10,000 - 16,000 /min (OPM). The
high speed motion allows the Dremel
Velocity™ to achieve 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 different mat eri als, set th e varia ble
speed control to suit the job (See Speed
Chart on Page 12 and 13 for guidance) . To
select the right speed for the accessory in
use, practice with scrap material first.

NOTE: Speed is af f e c t e d b y volta g e s
changes. A reduced incoming voltage will
slow the OPM of the tool, especially at the
lowest setting. If your tool appears 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 setting to a higher position to
begin operation.

Th e var i able spe ed co ntrol sett i ngs a re
marked on t h e speed control dial. T h e
settings for approximate /min (OPM) are:

Dial Setting Speed Range
/min (OPM)

1 10,000-11,000

2 11,000-12,000

4 12,000-13,000

6 13,000-14,000

8 14,000-15,000

HYPER SPEED (HS) 15,000-16,000

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.

FIG. 5

FIG. 6

VARIABLE SPEED

CONTROL DIAL

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CONTROL FOOT

The Dremel Velocity™ includes an integrated
control foot to help with accuracy and control
while making cuts in sheet materials up to 3/4”
thick. The control foot allows you to rest the
tool on the work piece while making rip cuts,
rather than hovering the tool.

To open the control foot, use the finger tabs
on both sides of the control foot to pull the foot
open. As you pull the foot open, you will feel a
click indicating that the foot is fully opened and
ready to use.

To close the control foot, press the control
foot release button on the bottom of your tool

to disengage the foot, allowing you to push the
foot back to the closed position.

CONTROL FOOT

RELEASE BUTTON

CONTROL

FOOT

OPENED
POSITION

CLOSED

POSITION

FIG. 7

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.

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 u sh c utting bla d es a r e
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 yo ur h and duri ng t he plung e c u t, this
indicate s 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.

The fla t saw bl ade is i dea l for
ma k ing pr ecise cuts in wood ,
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 flat sa w b lade c an also be used 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 pan e l bl a de ha s be e 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 impr ove a ccuracy and c ontrol w hen
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 d esign e d to cu t
through thick materials, such as
a 2x4, as well as tubing, such as

conduit, copper and PVC piping. For best
results, this blade should be used with the
tools control foot in the closed position.

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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.

FIG. 8

CUTTING WITH THE CONTROL FOOT

Cutti ng with the cont rol fo ot in the op en
position gives you a more stable cut, allowing
for added accuracy and control when making
rip cuts in sheet materials such as wood,
cement board and drywall. Do not use tool
with control foot in opened position when
cutting materials exceeding 3/4” thick.

Wh e n op en, the co ntrol foot has been
designed to sit at the optimal angle for cutting.

It’s important that the cutting accessory you
are using is mounted in the correct position on
the tools interface. For best cutting results,
mount the accessory so that the flat portion of
the accessory holder is visible and between
the open portion in the rear of the accessory
interface, as shown in Figure 9.

When cu tti ng wit h t he control foot o pen,
always make sure the foot is placed flat on
your work surface (Fig. 10).

CORRECT: Always cut with the control
foot in the proper open position. Make
sure the c ontrol foot is flat on y our
cutting surface.

INCORRECT: Avoid tipping the control
foot. Always use the control foot on flat
surfaces.

FIG. 10

FIG. 9

FLAT SIDE

ACCESSORY

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GROUT REMOVAL

Grout removal blades are ideal
fo r remo v ing da maged o r

crack ed grout. Gro ut bla des
come in different widths (1/16" and 1/8") to
tackle differe nt gro ut line widths. Before
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 sande d gr out. If you notic e th e b l 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 bl ade c an remove all gro ut up to the
su rfac e o f a wa l l o r c orne r . T his can 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 r nish or adh e sives , rem o ving bon ded
carpetin g, e.g . on stairs/ste ps and 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 ti l e ad h esive s . Wh e n
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 used 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
th at the clampi ng f lang e do es not mak e
contact with surface during the sc raping
pr o cess (a 3 0 - 45 d e gree 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 reco m mend tap i ng o r prot e cting 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 wi th light pressure. The oscillating
mo t ion of accesso r y on ly occurs when
pressure i s applied t o the ma ter ial to b e
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

CORRECT: Make sure flexible
scraper blade flexes enough.

INCORRECT: Avoid clamping flange
touching surface when using flexible
scraper blade.

FIG. 11

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of t he selecte d a ccessor y, which shou ld
occasionally be rotated during use to distribute
the wear on the accessory and backing pad
surface.

Sand with a continuous 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.

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.

FIG. 12

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.

INCORRECT: Avoid sanding with only the
tip of the pad. Keep as much sand paper
in touch with the work surface as possible.

CORRECT: Sand with a smooth back and
forth motion, allowing the weight of the tool
to do the work.

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Material Application Grit Size

All wooden materials (e.g.,
hardwood, softwood, chipboard,
building board) Metal materials–

Metal materials, fiberglass

and plastics

Paint, varnish, filling compound
and filler

Masonry, stone, cement

and thin set

Selecting Sanding/Grinding Sheets

For coarse-sanding, e.g. of
rough, unplanned beams and
boards

For face sanding and planing
small irregularities

For finish and fine sanding of
wood

For sanding off paint

For sanding primer (e.g., for
removing brush dashes, drops
of paint and paint run)

For final sanding of primers
before coating

For smoothing, shaping and
braking edges

Coarse

Medium

Fine

Coarse

Medium

Fine

Coarse

60

120

240

80

120

240

60

Sand Paper (Dark)

Sand Paper (White)

Diamond Paper

GRINDING

Th e diam o nd pa p er ac c essor y
allows for the Dremel Velocity™ 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 Dre mel Velo city™ to

grind away cement, thinset mortar,
plaster, and also wood. This accessory is
commonly used to prepare for tile replacement
or ra s ping woo d to sm o oth a s u rfac e 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 sele cted acces sory , w hic h s houl d
occasionally be rotated during use to distribute
the wear on the accessory and backing pad
surface.

Grind with a continuous motion and light
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.

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Accessory Speed Settings

Use only Dremel, high-performance accessories.

* Soft Steel Only

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 - HS 8 - HS

- -

- -

60, 120, 240 Grit

Paper - Paint

MM70P 2 - 10 2 - 10

2 - 10 2 - 6 8 - HS 8 - HS

- -

- -

HCS Wood Flush

Cut Blade

1-1'4" x 1-11/16"

MM480 8 - HS

6 - HS - 2 - 6 - - - -

BiM Wood & Metal

Flush Cut Blade

1-1/4" x 1'11/16"

MM482

8 - HS 6 - HS - 2 - 6 8 - HS* 8 - HS - - - -

Carbide Flush Cut

Blade

1-1/4" x 1-11/16"

MM485 8 - HS 6 - HS

- 2 - 6 8 - HS

8 - HS - - - -

BiM Wood & Metal

Flush Cut

Panel Blade

VC490 8 - HS 6 - HS

- 2 - 6 8 - HS* 8 - HS

- - - -

BiM Wood & Metal

Flush Cut

Pipe & 2x4 Blade

VC494 8 - HS 6 - HS -

2 - 6 8 - HS*

8 - HS - - - -

3" Wood & Drywall

Saw Blade

MM450

8 - HS 6 - HS - 2 - 6 - - - - - -

3" BiM Wood &

Metal Flush Cut

Saw Blade

MM452 8 - HS 6 - HS

- 2 - 6 8 - HS* 8 - HS

- -

- -

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Accessory Speed 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 - HS - -

-

1/8" Grout Removal

Blade

MM500

- - - -

- -

- - -

6 - HS

1/16" Grout

Removal Blade

MM501

-

- - - - - - -

-

6 - HS

1/16" Grout

Removal Blade

MM502

- - - -

- -

- - -

6 - HS

Rigid Scraper Blade

MM600

- -

2 - 4 - - -

2 - 6 2 - 6 -

-

Flexible Scraper

Blade

MM610 - - 2 - 4 - -

-

- 2 - 6 - -

60 Grit Diamond

Paper

MM910

- - - -

- -

- - 6 - HS

6 - HS

24 Grit Carbide

Rasp

MM920

6 - HS 6 - HS

6 - HS - - -

- - 6 - HS

6 - HS

Soft Steel Only

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