Craftsman 124.34983 Owner's Manual

Operator’s Manual

10-in. DRILL PRESS

1/2 HP MOTOR
Model 124.34983

CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual and
follow all its Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions.

Sears Brands Management Corporation,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A

Safety Instructions
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Parts List
Español

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty..........................................................................................................................................................................................2

Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................................................................................2-3

Sp ecifications... ....... ....... ....... ...................... ....... ....... ...................... ....... ....... ............................. ....... ....... ...........3

Glossa r y of ter m s ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..... . . ..4

Safety...................................................................................................................................................................................................5

Accessories and Attachments.....................................................................................................................................6

Carto n Cont e nts.. . ..... . ..... . .... . . .... . . .... . . .... . . .... . . .... . ..... . ..... . ..... . ..... . ..... . ..... . ..... . .... . . .... . . .... . . .... . . .... . . .... . ..... . ...7

As s e m b l y. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .8 - 9

Adj u stme n t.. . ... . ... . ... . ... . .... . ... . ... . ... . ... . ... . .... .... . ... . ... . ... . ... . .... .... . ... . ... . ... . ... . ... . .... . ... . ... . ... . ... . ... . .... . ... . ... 1 0-11

Oper a t i on................ . . . .................. . . .................. . . . .................. . . .................. . . . .................. . . .................. . . . ....12-13

Maintenance/Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................14

Parts Diagram...........................................................................................................................................................................15

Parts Lists...........................................................................................................................................................................................16-17

Repair Protection Agreement......................................................................................................................................................................18

Espanol..........................................................................................................................................................................................19

CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective
product will receive free repair or replacement if repair is unavailable.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web site: www.craftsman.com
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Proposition 65 Warning:
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE DRILL PRESS

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and
knowing how to use this Drill Press.
WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do
not plug the Drill Press in until you have read and understood
the following:

1. READ and become familiar with the entire Operator’s Manual.
LEARN the tool’s application, limitations and possible hazards.

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from the tool before turning ON.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.

5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well lighted.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe
distance from work area.

7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks.

8. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool or attachment to do
a job for which it was not designed.

10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. An undersized cord will result in a drop
in line voltage and in loss of power that will cause the tool to
overheat.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that may
get caught in moving parts. Non­ slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.

12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any Drill Press can
throw foreign objects into the eyes that could cause
permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles
(not glasses). Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistance lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.

13. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate tool.

14. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing
accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

15. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.

16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
Operator’s Manual for recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause serious injury.

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17. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the
tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function – check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER “OFF”. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.

20. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR DRILL PRESS

21. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean
for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.

22. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of ammable liquids
or gases.

23. DO NOT OPERATE the tool if you are under the inuence of
any drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect your ability to
use the tool properly.

24. ALWAYS operate the Drill Press in a well-ventilated area and
provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection systems
whenever possible. Dust generated from certain materials can
be hazardous to your health.

WARNING: For your own safety, do not try to use your drill press
or plug it in until it is completely assembled and installed
according to the instructions, and until you have read and
understood this instruction manual.

1. THIS DRILL PRESS is intended for use in dry conditions, indoor
use only.

2. WEAR EYE PROTECTION. USE a face or dust mask along
with safety goggles if drilling operation is dusty. USE ear
protectors, especially during extended periods of operation.

3. DO NOT wear gloves, neckties, or loose clothing.

4. DO NOT try to drill material too small to be securely held.

5. ALWAYS keep hands out of the path of a drill bit. Avoid
awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your
hand to move into the drill bit.

6. DO NOT install or use any drill bit that exceeds 175mm
in length or extends 150mm below the chuck jaws. They can
suddenly bend outward or break.

7. DO NOT USE wire wheels, router bits, shaper cutters, circle (y)
cutters, or rotary planers on this drill press.

8. WHEN cutting a large piece of material, make sure it is fully
supported at the table height.

9. DO NOT perform any operation freehand. ALWAYS hold the
workpiece rmly against the table so it will not rock or twist.
Use clamps or a vise for unstable workpieces.

10. MAKE SURE there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of
the workpiece to be drilled.

11. CLAMP THE WORKPIECE OR BRACE IT against the left
side of the column to prevent rotation. If it is too short or the
table is tilted, clamp it solidly to the table.

12. IF THE WORKPIECE overhangs the table such that it will fall
or tip if not held, clamp it to the table or provide auxiliary
support.

13. SECURE THE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work
when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate tool.

14. MAKE SURE all clamps and locks are rmly tightened before
drilling.

15. SECURELY LOCK THE HEAD and table support to the
column, and the table to the table support before operating the
drill press.

16. NEVER turn your drill press ON before clearing the table of all
objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.).

17. BEFORE STARTING the operation, jog the motor switch to
make sure the frill bit does not wobble or vibrate.

18. LET THE SPINDLE REACH FULL SPEED before starting to
drill. If your drill press makes an unfamiliar noise or if it vibrates
excessively, stop immediately, turn the drill press OFF and
unplug. Do not restart the unit until the problem is corrected.

19. DO NOT perform layout assembly or set up work on the table
while the drill press is in operation.

20. USE THE RECOMMENDED SPEED for any drill press
accessory and for different workpiece material.

21. WHEN DRILLING large diameter holes, clamp the workpiece
rmly to the table. Otherwise, the bit may grab and spin the
workpiece at high speeds. DO NOT USE y cutters or multiple
part hold cutters, as they can come apart or become un-
balanced in use.

22. MAKE SURE the spindle has come to a complete stop before
touching the workpiece.

23. TO AVOID INJURY from accidental starting, always turn the
switch OFF and unplug the drill press before installing or
removing any accessory or attachment or making any
adjustment.

SPECIFICATIONS

Motor.............................................................1/2 HP

Chuck.................................................1/2" / 13mm

Spindle Travel................................2-1/2" / 62mm

Spindle Taper....................................................B16

Speed Change...............................................5

Speeds..............................................680-3150 rpm

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them often.

Base Size...............13.19" x 8.07" / 335 X 205mm

Column...........................................2-1/4" / 58mm

Swing................................................10" / 260mm

Total Height.................................26-3/4" / 680mm

Weight.....................................60.63LBS / 27.5kg

Box Dimensions......................22"X15-3/4"X10-3/4"

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

BASE – Supports drill press. For additional stability, holes

are provided in base to bolt drill press to bench.

BACKUP MATERIAL – A piece of scrap wood placed

between the workpiece and table. The backup board
prevents wood in the workpiece from splintering when the
drill passes through the backside of the workpiece. It also
prevents drilling into the table top.

HEAD ASSEMBLY – Covers the pulleys and belt during

operation of the drill press.

BELT TENSION – Refer to the Assembly Section, “In-

stalling and Tensioning Belt”.

BELT TENSION LOCK KNOBS – Tightening the

knobs locks the motor bracket support and the belt ten­sion handle, maintaining correct belt distance and tension.

BEVEL SCALE – Shows degree of table tilt for bevel

operations. The scale is mounted on the side of the table
bracket.

CHUCK – Holds a drill bit or other recommended acces-

sory to perform desired operations.

CHUCK KEY – A self-ejecting chuck key which will pop

out of the chuck when you let go of it. This action is de­signed to help prevent throwing of the chuck key from the
chuck when the power is turned ON. Do not use any other
key as a substitute; order a new one if Damaged or Lost.

COLUMN – Connects the head, table, and base on a

one piece tube for easy alignment and movement.

COLUMN COLLAR – Holds the rack to the column. The

rack remains movable in the collar to permit table support
movements.

COLUMN SUPPORT – Supports the column, guides

the rack and provides mounting holes for the column to
the base.

DEPTH SCALE STOP NUTS – Lock the spindle to a

selected depth.

DEPTH SCALE – Indicates depth of hole being drilled.
DRILL BIT – The cutting tool used in the drill press to

make holes in a workpiece.

DRILL ON/OFF SWITCH – Has a locking feature. This

feature is intended to help prevent unauthorized and pos­sible hazardous use by children and others. Insert the key
into the switch to turn the drill press on.

DRILLING SPEED – Changed by placing the belt in

any of the steps (grooves) in the pulleys. See the Spindle
Speed Chart inside belt guard or in the manual.

FEED HANDLE – Moves the chuck up or down. If

necessary, one or two of the handles may be removed
whenever the workpiece is of such unusual shape that it
interferes with the handles.

RACK – Combines with gear mechanism to provide easy

elevation of the table by the hand operated table crank.

RPM – Revolutions per minute. The number of turns com-

pleted by a spinning object in one minute.

SPINDLE SPEED – The RPM of the spindle.
SPRING CAP – Adjusts the spindle return spring tension.
TABLE BRACKET LOCKING HANDLE – Tighten-

ing locks the table support tot he column. Always have it
locked in place while operating the drill press.

TABLE – Provides a working surface to support the work-

piece.

TABLE ARM – Extends beyond the table support for

mounting and aligning the table.

TABLE TILT LOCK BOLT – Locks the table in any posi-

tion from 0° to 45°.

TABLE CRANK – Elevates and lowers the table. Turn

clockwise to elevate the table. Support lock must be re­leased before operating the crank.

TABLE LOCK – Locks the table after it is rotated to vari-

ous positions.

TABLE BRACKET – Rides on the column to support the

table arm and table.

WORKPIECE – Material being drilled.

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SAFETY

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, re hazards, or damage to the

tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate electrical circuit for
your tools. To avoid shock or re, if power cord is worn or cut, or dam­aged in any way, have it replaced immediately.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the op-

erator from electrical shock.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the
risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric power cord
that contains an equipment-grounding conductor wire and a 3-prong
plug with a grounding pin. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching
receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with

ALL local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not t the recep-

tacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualied electrician.
IMPROPER CONNECTION of the power cord can result in risk of elec­tric shock. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is neces­sary, DO NOT plug it into an electrical outlet.
CHECK with a qualied electrician or service person if you do not com­pletely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure the
tool is properly grounded.

WARNING: Improper connection of equipment grounding conductor
can result in the risk of electrical shock. Equipment should be grounded
while in use to protect operator from electrical shock.

- Check with a qualied electrician if you do not understand grounding
instructions or if you are in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded.

- This tool is equipped with an approved cord and a 3-prong grounding
type plug for your protection against shock hazards.

- Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a properly installed
and grounded 3-prong grounding-type receptacle, as shown.

- Do not remove or alter grounding pin in any manner. In the event
of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electrical shock.

WARNING: This Drill Press is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain
or use in damp locations.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is

in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and
cause overheating.
Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Al­ways replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a quali­ed person before using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp
objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

CARTON CONTENTS

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

Carefully unpack the Drill Press and all its parts, and compare against the illus­tration following.

WARNING:

• To avoid injury from unexpected starting, do not plug the power cord into a
power source receptacle during unpacking and assembly. This cord must
remain unplugged whenever you are assembling or adjusting the drill press.

• If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug the drill press in until the miss
ing or damaged part is replaced, and assembly is complete.

• To protect the drill press from moisture, a protective coating has been applied
to the machined surfaces.
Remove this coating with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene .

WARNING: To avoid re or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha, acetone,
lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the drill press.

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

Unpack carton, check you machine to see parts listed below:

A. Main parts :

See Fig. 1

1. Head assembly

2. Column Assembly

3. Table

4. Base

5. ON/OFF Switch

6. Flexible Lamp

To turn on drill press, lift paddle switch from bottom.
To turn off drill press, push paddle switch down.

To prevent unauthorized use, remove the center key from the
switch. Figure 1B and 1C

Drill press cannot be turned ON if key is not inserted.

FIGURE 1B FIGURE 1C

5

6

1

2

3

4

FIGURE 1

6

B. Accessories (in one separate box)

See Fig.2

A. Feed handles
B. Crank handle
C. Hex wrenches
D. Hex bolts
E. Chuck key
F. Chuck
G. Table fence set

CARTON CONTENTS

Table Fence

Use the supplied hardware to attach the fence to the table as shown in the picture below.
Use the fence to align the workpiece and provide a backstop for secure drilling.

Fence

G

Wingnuts

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ASSEMBLY

1. Column support to base

1.1 Position the base on oor or bench.

1.2 Place the column on the base, aligning the holes in the column
support with the holes in the base.

1.3 Locate the four long hex bolts from the loose parts bag.

1.4 Place a bolt in each hole through the column support and the
base.
Tighten with an adjustable wrench.

See Fig. 1

2. Installing the Table

2.1 Loosen set screw (1). Remove rack (2) and retaining ring (3) from
column (4). Fig. 2A

2.2 Place rack inside table assembly bracket (5) with large, unma-
chined portion of rack to the top. Slide rack into slot in bracket so
that teeth of rack engage pinion gear in bracket. Fig. 2A

2.3 Slide table assembly with rack over column. Place bottom end of
rack inside beveled edge of column ange.

2.4 Slide rack retaining ring (3) over column with beveled edge down.
Position ring against top of rack so that rack is in beveled edge of
ring. Fig. 2B Secure ring with set screw (1). Fig. 2C

2.5 Rotate table assembly around column. Adjust rack retaining ring
as necessary to prevent binding of rack.

2.6 Attach crank handle (6) to shaft (7), rotate to remove slack, and
shoulder crank handle against table bracket. Secure handle with
screw. Fig. 3

2.7 Tighten table bracket locking handle (9) to secure table assembly.

Fig. 4

Figure 2A Figure 2B

1

2

Figure 1

3

4

Figure 2C

Crank
Handle

Figure 3

Table
Bracket

Figure 4

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ASSEMBLY

3. Installing the head assembly

3.1. Carefully lift the head assembly above the column and slide it
onto the column.
Make sure the head slides down over the column as far as possible.
Align the head with the base.

3.2. Using the hex wrench, tighten the head lock set screws.

See Fig. 6

4. Installing feed handles

4.1. Locate the three feed handles in the loose parts box.

4.2. Screw the feed handles into the threaded holes in the hub. Tighten.

See Fig. 7

5. Installing the chuck
WARNING: Before any assembly of the chuck and arbor to the drill press

head, clean all mating surfaces with a non-petroleum based product, such
as alcohol or lacquer thinner. Any oil or grease used in the packing of
these parts must be removed; otherwise the chuck may come loose during
operation.

5.1 Open the jaws of the chuck by rotating the chuck sleeve clockwise.
To prevent damage, make sure the jaws are completely receded into
the chuck.

5.2 Push the chuck onto the spindle.
NOTE: Clean the spindle taper with a non-alcohol based cleaner before
inserting it into the chuck.

5.3.Using a wood mallet, rmly pull down the handle until the chuck is in
position on the spindle shaft.

See Fig. 8

6. Install knob for the head assembly lid.

See Fig. 9

Figure 6

Figure 7

Figure 8

7. Flexible lamp

Install the exible lamp

7.1. Connect the lamp plug contact to the power source plug contact in

the drill head as shown.

7.2. Use four pan head screws to install the lamp assembly to the drill
head as shown.

7.3. Turn on the exible lamp switch to check the lighting. See g. 10

Figure 10

Pan head
screw

Flex lamp
Plug
contact

switch

Knob

Figure 9

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ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: To prevent personal injury, always disconnect the plug from the

power source when making any adjustment.

1. Table adjustment

A. Height adjustment

Loosen the clamp bolt then adjust the table to your desired position by
turning the table bracket crank handle. See Fig. 10

B. Tilting adjustment:

- On underside of table support bracket, back out set screw with supplied
hex wrench. Loosen large hex head bolt. See Fig. 11

- Rotate table to desired angle right or left. Use bevel scale for precise
setting.

- Tighten hex head bolt to secure table tilt. Set screw should not be
tightened when table is tilted.

- To return table to level, loosen large hex head bolt. Rotate table to level
position. Use hex wrench to retighten set screw. Securely tighten large

hex head bolt.

C. Swing Adjustment 360°

Loosen clamp bolt then swing table to appropriate position and
retighten clamp bolt. See Fig. 12

2. Feed Depth Adjustment

2.1 Loosen the clamp bolt and move to the desired depth then retighten the
clamp bolt. See Fig 13

Clamp bolt Crank

handle

Figure 10

Figure 11

3. SPEED ADJUSTING

This drill press has 5 speeds shown on the speed label located on the
underside of the head assembly lid. To change the speed, loosen the belt
tension knob and push the motor mounting plate towards the front end
of the drill head. Then change the belt location on the pulleys. Tighten the
belt by pulling the motor mounting plate to the rear end of the drill head
and locking the belt tension knob.

See Fig. 14A and Fig. 14B

Belt Tension Knob

Figure 14BFigure 14A

4. SPINDLE (Fig. H)

Rotate the feed handles counterclockwise to lower spindle to its lowest position.
Grasp the spindle and attempt to move it back and forth. If there is play, do the
following:

1. Loosen the lock nut (1).

2. Turn the screw (2) clockwise to eliminate the play, but without obstructing
the upward movement of the spindle.

3. Tighten the lock nut (1). Fig. 15

Clamp bolt

Figure 12

Figure 13

Figure 15

1

2

10