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A power drill is a vital tool for any home improvements and all types of home jobs. They can be equipped with needle-thin bits to drill small holes or use big hole saws to cut large diameter holes of up to five inches in drywall. Also, using driver bits, you can directly drive screws into wood.
In the article below, Noel's Inc. in Ecomm & Farmington, NM, explains how you should work a power drill.
The Safety Considerations
A power drill can be risky when misused. Ensure you always have your eye protection on as you use power drills in all capacities, whether driving bits or drilling holes. Make sure to also use hearing protection. Though drills do not get to the 100+ decibel sound produced by louder tools like circular saws, their mean of 65 decibels is harmful to your ears when used for long periods of time.
Chuck In the Drill Bit
Many power drills have the keyless chuck functionality. With this, you can loosen the collar of the drill by rotating it counter-clockwise with the drill facing you till the chuck is open enough to allow the drill bit or driver bit to be placed.
Then tighten by rotating the collar in the clockwise direction. This drill turning action maintains the bit or driver in place.
Optionally Drill a Pilot Hole
If you are driving a screw into wood prone to crack, it is recommended to start drilling a pilot hole. Slightly chuck in the drill bit less than the screw diameter of the screw to be used to drive. Drill the pilot hole, then push in the screw.
Begin Drilling or Driving
The majority of the available power drills have variable speed options. The drill’s rotation speed decreases or increases according to the pressure on the trigger from your finger. Therefore, start slowly when driving or drilling. This helps in maintaining better drill and work material control.
Conclusion
Power drills can be pretty handy if you have a job around your home, from making furniture to big picture hanger installation. For safe power drill usage, ensure you switch off the drill or unplug it when not in use. Visit Noel's Inc. in Ecomm & Farmington, NM, for further information on best drill usage practices.