Foredom H25C User Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

For Handpiece Nos. 30®, 30SJ, and 25C

Adjust the Shaft
and Sheath

Note: This illustration does

not apply to slip joint
connections.

Before attaching this Handpiece please read these instructions.
Never use a damaged, bent, vibrating, or out of balance accessory.

See your Power Tool Owner's Manual for complete instructions on
use,care and maintenance.

For More Information

For More Information on Foredom machines, handpieces, or accessories, contact your local
dealer. When no local dealer is available, write The Foredom Electric Company, 16 Stony Hill
Road, Bethel, CT 06801, call [phone], or visit our website at www.foredom.com.

Always wear proper eye protection while using
this handpiece.

Form 1249 n 1/07 Printed in U.S.A.

Maintenance and Lubrication

Handpieces: no lubrication is required. Putting oil or grease into the front or back of these

handpieces will damage their pre-lubricated ball bearings. The collet seat or chuck of the
handpiece should be kept free of dirt, chips, dust or debris.

Flex Shafts: Cleaning and lubrication should be performed every 50 hours of use: First be sure to
unplug your power tool. Remove handpiece and then loosen set screw in motor connector (see
previous page) and remove sheath. The exposed shaft should be wiped clean with a cloth
and solvent. Apply a light film of Foredom grease (part no. 10006) to entire length of inner shaft.
Reconnect shaft and sheath, following adjustment procedure on previous page and run motor for
ten minutes before reconnecting handpiece. Turn off motor, wipe off excess grease from tip of
drive shaft and reconnect to handpiece per instructions on previous page.

Changing Accessories

These handpieces have a geared 3-jaw #0 chuck. Open chuck jaws as
far as necessary with key provided. Insert shank of accessory fully into
the chuck. Tighten jaws with chuck key until accessory is secure and
centered. If accessory does not run true, reopen jaws, rotate accessory
and retighten. To release accessory, simply reopen chuck jaws with
key and pull out accessory.

Handpiece Accessories and Spare Parts

A Handpiece Holder for the 30 and 30SJ is available that clamps to work benches up to 21/4″
thick. The height above the bench can be adjusted and the handpiece can be swiveled and
locked into position.

Chuck keys that are lost or damaged can be ordered from your dealer or
the factory.

Description

Part No.

HH-30 Handpiece Holder 30®, 30SJ
CK-0 Chuck Key with Plastic handle 30
72 Chuck Key 30

Use with Handpieces

®

, 30SJ, 25C, 30H

®

, 30H, 30SJ

HH-30

I

t is important to check the sheath

and shaft tip and properly adjust
them before attaching this
handpiece to your Foredom flex
shaft tool.

The tip of the flexible shaft should
extend 3/4″ beyond the end of the
sheath. This adjustment is made by
loosening the set screw in the motor connector and moving the sheath in or out while the motor
and shaft/sheath are hanging fully extended or laying on a flat surface. When the shaft is adjusted
correctly, tighten the set screw in the motor connector. Always make sure your power tool is

IMPORTANT!

unplugged during any maintenance procedure.

Attach Handpiece to
Flexible Shaft

The handpiece is easy to
remove from the flexible shaft.
To remove, simply pull the handpiece off the shaft and sheath with a firm grip. To re-attach,
look into the back end of the handpiece for the keyway
flexible shaft is properly lined up with the keyway slot in the back end of the handpiece and
push it on. If it is not in line, turn the shaft tip or the handpiece to the correct position.

. Be sure that the keyed tip of the

Repair Service

Factory repairs are done promptly and at reasonable cost. If you wish, you can send your
equipment directly to the factory marked: “Attention: Service Department”. Include your
street address, daytime phone number and/or email address, and a brief note describing the
problem with the equipment. Estimates will be made upon request.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Foredom®warrants its product to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a
period of 90 days after purchase. During the warranty period, the defective product
will be repaired or replaced without charge or, at our option, the purchase price will
be refunded. This warranty does not cover damage caused in transit or by accident,
misuse, or ordinary wear.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF
FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO A
PERIOD ENDING 90 DAYS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE, AND WE WILL NOT BE
LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Repair or replacement will be made at our option if the product is returned
post-paid to:

All warranty repairs must be done at the factor
pay any shipping or transportation charges. This warranty covers the original
purchaser of the product only. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which var
state to state.

The Foredom Electric Company

16 Stony Hill Road, Bethel CT 06801

y at the address above. W

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