Craftsman 137.229151 User Manual

Operator's Manual

1 HP (Maximum Developed)
12 Speeds (250-3100 R.P.M.)
5/8 Inch Chuck

15-INCH DRILL PRESS

Model No,

137.229151

CAUTION:
Before using this Drill Press,

read this manual and follow

all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions

Customer Help Line

1-800-843-1682

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.comlcraftsman

Part No. 137229151001

• Safety Instructions

• Installation

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• EspaSol

SECTION PAGE

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

Product Specificattone ............................................................................................. 2

Safety Instructions .................................................................................................. 3

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

Carton Contents ...................................................................................................... 6

Know Your Drill Press ............................... _.............................................................. 8

Glossary of Terms ....................................................................... ;........................... 9

Assembly and Adjustment ..................................................... _...................... ,............ 10

Operation ............................................................................................................... 15

Maintenance ........................................................................................................... 20

Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................ 21

Parts ...................................................................................................................... 22

Espafiol ............................................................ ;..................................................... 25

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

If this Driss Press fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year of date of purchase,

Sears will at its option repair or replace it free of charge.

Return this Drill Press to a Sears Service Center for repair, or to place of purchase for replacement.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from

state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179

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Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce )/our

exposure to these chemicals work in a well-ventnated area and work with approved safety equipmentsuch as
dust masks that are spec a y des gned to filter out microscopic particles.

Chuck Size ............................ 5/8"

Speed ................................... 12 (250 ~ 3,100 RPM)

Motor .................................... 120V, 60 Hz, 8 Amps

Horsepower ........................... 1 HP (Max. Developed)

Built-in Light ......................... 60 Watt (Maximum)

Table Size ............................ 13-1/4" x 13-1/4"

Table Tilt ............................... 45 ° Right or Left

Spindle Travel ........................ 3-1/8"

Throat ................................. 7-1/2"

Base Size ............................. 11" x 20-3/8"

Height ...................... :........... 63-1/4"

• Lead from lead-based paints

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products

• Arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreatsd lumber

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection.

(Bulb not included)

Your drill press iswired at the factory for 120V operation.
Connect to a 120V, 15 AMP branch circuit and use a 15

AMP time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or
fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or
damaged in any way.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14.

BEFORE USING THE DRILL PRESS

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert
and knowing how to use your ddllpress. 15.

To avoid mistakes that could cause sedous injury, do not 16. NEVER STAND ON TOOL Sedous injurycould occur

plug the drillpress in untilyou have read and understood ifthe toolisUpped or ifthe cuffingtoolis unintentionally
the following: contacted.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form the habitof checking to see that keys and

adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before
turning =ON".

NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATFENDED.

TURN THE POWER "OFF". Don't leave the tooluntil

itcomes to a complete stop.

1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction

manual.LEARN the tool'sapplications,limitstJons,and
possiblehazards.

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and inworkingorder.

3. DON'T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or

expose them to rain.Keep work area well lighted.

4. DO NOT use power toolsinthe presence of flammable
liquidsor gases.

5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches inviteaccidents.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.AUvisitorsshouldbe keptat

a safe distance from the work area.

7. DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It Willdothe job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

8. USETHE RIGHTTOOL. Don't force tool or the

attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL DO NOT wear loose

.

clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
_lowelrywhich may get caught in moving parts.

onslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective

hair covering to contain long hair.

10. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK.

Drillingoperation produces dust.

11. DISCONNECTTOOLS before servicing, and when

changing accessories, such as blades, bits, ct_ttem,
and the like.

12. REDUCETHE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switchis in "OFF"positionbefore
plugging in.

13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
owner's manual forthe recommended accessories.

The use of improperaccessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.

17. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.

18. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep toolssharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow

instructionsfor lubricating and changing accessories,

19. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARrs. Beforefurther use of
the tool,a guard or other pert that is damaged should

be carefully checked to determine that it willoperate
propertyand perform its intended function.Check for
alignmentof movingparts,bindingof moving parts,

breakage of parts, mounting,and any otherconditions
that may affect its operation.A guard or other part that
is damaged shouldbe properly repairedorreplaced.

20. MAKE WORKSHOP laD PROOF withpadlocks,master

switches,or by removing starter keys.

21.

DO NOT operatethe toolif you are underthe influence
of any drugs,alcohol or medication that could affect
your abilityto use the tool properly.

22.

Dust generated fromcertain materials can be
hazardous to your health.Always operate the drill

press in a well-ventilatedarea and provide for proper
dust removal. Use dust coflection systems whenever
possible.

23. ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. Any ddll press

can throw foreignobjects into
the eyes which could cause

permanent eye damage.
ALWAYSwear SafetyGoggles

(not glasses) thatcomplywith

ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses. They ARE NOT

safety glasses.SafetyGogglesare available atSeam.
NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with

ANSI Z87.1 could seriouslyhurtyou when they break.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE DRILL PRESS

For your ownsafety,do nottry to use yourdrill press or
plug itinuntilit iscompletelyassembled and installed

accordingtothe instructions,and untilyouhave read
and understoodthis instrucbonmanual:

14.SECURE WORK. Usa clampsorviseto holdthe

work when practical.It'ssafer than using yourhand
and itfrees bothhandsto operatetool,

15.WHEN usinga drill pressvise, always fasten tothe
table.

16.MAKE SURE allclamps and locksare firmly
tightenedbeforedrilling.

1. YOUR DRILL PRESS MUST BE BOLTED securely

to a workbench. Inaddition,if there is any tendency
for your drillpressto move duringcertainoperations,

boltthe workbenchtothe floor.

2. THIS DRILL PRESS isintendedfor usa indry

conditions,indooruseonly.

3. WEAR EYE PROTECTION. USE face ordustmask

alongwithsafety goggles ifdrillingoperationisdusty.
USE ear protectors,especially duringextended

periodsof operation.

4. DO NOT wear gloves, neckties, or looseclothing

5. DO NOT tryto drillmaterial too smallto be securely
held.

6. ALWAYS keephands out ofthe path of a drill bit.

Avoidawkward hand positionswherea suddenslip
couldcause yourhand to move into thedrillbit.

7. DO NOT installor use any drill bit thatexceeds 175
mm (7") in lengthor extends 150 mm (6") below

thechuckjaws.They can suddenly bendoutwardor
break.

8. DO NOT USE wire wheels, router bits, shaper cutters,
circle(fly) cutters,or rotary planerson thisdrill press.

17.SECURELY LOCK THE HEAD and table supper to

the column, and thetable to the table supportbefore
operatingthe drillpress.

18.NEVER turnyour drill presson before clearing the

table of allobjects (tools,scrapsof wood, etc.)

19.BEFORE STARTING the operation,jog the motor

switchto make sure the drillbitdoes notwobbleor
vibrate.

20.LET THE SPINDLE REACH FULL SPEED before
startingto drill.If your drillpress makes an unfamiliar

noiseor if it vibratesexcessively,stop immediately,
turnthe drillpress off and unplug. Do not restartuntil

the problem is corrected.

21.DO NOT perform layoutassembly or set up work on
the tablewhilethe drill press is in operation.

22.USE RECOMMENDED SPEED for drill accessory
and workpiecematerial. SEE INSTRUCTIONS that
comewiththe accessory

23.WHEN DRILLING largediameter holes,clamp the

workpiece firmlyto the table. Otherwise, the bitmay

grapand spinthe workpieceat high speed. DO NOT
USE fly cuttersor multiple-parf hole cutters,as they
cancome apart or become unbalancedin use.

9. WHEN cuttinga large piece ofmaterial make sure it

isfully supportedat the table height.

10.DO NOT perform any operation freehand. ALWAYS
holdtheworkpiece firmly against the table so itwill
notreck or twist. Use clamps or a visefor unstable

workpiece.

11.MAKE SURE there are no nailsor foreign objects in
the partofthe workpieceto be drilled.

12.CLAMP WORKPIECE OR BRACE against the left
side of the columnto prevent rotation.Ifit is too short

or the table istilted, clamp solidlyto the table and use
the fence provided.

13.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.

SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

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

25.TO AVOID INJURY from accidental starting,always

turnthe switch"OFF" and unplugthe drill press

beforeinstallingorremoving any accessoryor

attachmentor making any adjustment

26.KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and inworkingorder.

27.USE ONLY SELF-EJECTING TYPE CHUCK KEY as

providedwiththe drill press

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR
BREAKDOWN, groundingprovidesa path of least

resistanceforelectriccurrentand reduces the riskof

shock.Thistoolis equipped withan electriccordthat

hasan equipmentgroundingconductorand grounding
plug.The plugMUST be pluggedintoa matching
receptacle that isproperlyinstalledand grounded in

accordancewithALL localcodesand ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it willnotfit

the receptacle,have the properreceptacleinstalledbya
qualifiedelectdcian.

Thistoolis intendedfor use on a circuitthathas a
receptaclelike theone illustratedin'FIGURE A.
FIGURE A shows a 3-prongelectricalplug and
receptaclethathas a groundingconductor.If a pmparly

groundedreceptacle isnotavailable, an adaPter
(FIGURE B) can be usedto temporarilyconnectthis

plugto a 2-contact ungroundedreceptacle.The adapter
(FIGURE B) hasa rigid lug extendingfrom it that MUST
be connectedtoa permanent earth ground,such as a
properlygrounded receptacle box. THE TEMPORARY

ADAPTER SHOULD BE USED ONLY UNTIL A
PROPER GROUNDED OUTLET CAN BE INSTALLED
BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. The Canadian

ElectricalCode prohibitsthe use of adapters.

IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipmentgrounding
conductorcan result inrisk ofelectricshock.The

conductorwiththe green insulation(withor without
yellowstripes)is the equipment groundingconductor.If

repair or replacementofthe electriccord or plug is
necessary,DO NOT connectthe equipmentgrounding

conductorto a liveterminal.

CHECK with a qualified electrician orservice personnel
ifyou do notcompletelyunderstandthe grounding

instructions,orifyou are notsure the toolisproperly
grounded.

USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE
3oPRONG GROUNDING PLUGS AND 3-POLE

RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPT THE TOOL'S PLUG.
REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR WORN CORD

IMMEDIATELY.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

Make sure yourextension cord is ingood condition.
When usingan extensioncord, be sureto use one heavy
enoughto carrythe currentyour productwilldraw. An

undersizedcordwill cause a dropin line voltage
resultingin lossof power and overheating.The table

belowshowsthecorrectsize to use accordingto cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. Ifin doubt, usethe

nextheaviergauge. The smallerthe gauge number,the
heavierthecord.

CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the receptaclein
questionis properlygrounded. If you are notsure have a

certifiedelectriciancheck the receptacle.

This drill press is for indoor use only. Do not expose to

rain or use in damp locations.

Flg. A

3-Prong Plug

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Fig. B

GroundingLug

is Connected to a
Known Ground

Adapter

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in
goodcondition.Always replace a damaged extension

cordor have itrepaired by a qualifiedperson before
usingit. Protectyourextensioncordsfrom sharpobjects,

excessiveheatand damp orwet areas

Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This

circuit must not be less than #12 wire and should be
protected with a 15 Amp time lag fuse. Before

connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the
switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is

rated the same as the current stamped on the motor
nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will damage the

motor.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This tool must be grounded while in useto protect the
operator from electrical.

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(When usinc

6,mpere Rating

more than notmore than

0 6
6 10

10 12
12 16

120 volts only)

Total length of cord in feet

25' 50' 100' 150'
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12

16 16 14 12
14 12 Not recommended

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

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Use onlyaccessorierrecommended for this drillpress.
Followinstructionsthat accompany accessories.Use of

improperaccessoriesmay cause hazards.

Ifany part is missingor damaged, do not plugthe drill
pressin untilthe missingordamaged partis replaced,

and assemblyis complete.

Visityour Sears Hardware Department or see the
CraftsmanPower and Hand Tools Catalog for the

following accessories:

• Drill bits

• Hold-Down and Guide

• DrillpressVises

• Clamping kit

Use only accessoriesdesigned for this drill pressto avoid
injuryfrom thrownbrokenparts or workpieces.

Sears may recommend otheraccessoriesnot listed in
this manual. See your nearest Sears store or Power and

Hand Tool Catalog for other accessories.

Do not use may accessoryunless you have completely

readthe instruction oroperator'smanual for that

accessory.

Carefullyunpackthe drill pressand all its parts, and
compare againstthe list below.

To protectthe drillpress from moisture,a protective

coatinghas been applied to the machinedsurfaces.
Remove thiscoating with a softclothmoistenedwith

keroseneor WD-40.

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To avoidfire or toxic reaction, neveruse gasoline,
naphtha,acetone, lacquerthinneror similarhighly

volatilesolventstoclean the drillpress.

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

A. Head assembly t

B. Table 1

C. Base 1

D. Column assembly 1

E. Feed handle

Loose partsbag:

F. Lock handle
G. Crank Handle

H. Hex botts
I. Fence assembly

J. Triangle knobs
K. T-Block

L, Washer
M. Hex wrenches
N. Wedge

O. Arbor

3

1

1

4

1
2
2
2

3

1

1

Boxz

P. Chuckkey

Q. Chuck

8

I

0

7

Coverknob

Belttensionknob

\

Beltguardcover

Beltpulleys

Lightswitch

Belttensionhandle

Belttensionlock knob

Motor

Cordclamp

Power cord

Table support I(

Feedspring

Bevelscale

Tablearm

• Upperstopnut

- Lowerstopnut

Depthscale
Depthstop

Stopnut
Springcap

-- Spindle

• Quill

-.-Arbor

(_Chuck

Chuckkey

Set screws

Table

Tablesupport

Tablelock

5/8"Threadeddrain

Column

support

Fenceend_\

BevelLock V _"_,,_

)'Locking setscrew

Fencebackstop

BASE - Supportsdrill press. For additionalstability,
holesare providedin base to boltdrillpressto floor.
(See "Specific Safety Instruction for DrillPresses.")

DRILLING SPEED - Changed by placingthe belt in any
of the steps (grooves) inthe pulleys.See the Spindle
Speed Chart insidebeltguard.

BACKUP MATERIAL - Apiece ofscrapwood placed
betweenthe workpieceand table. The backup beard
preventswood in the workpiecefrom splintedngwhen

the drillpassesthroughthe backsideof the workpiece.It

alsoprevents drillingintothe table top.

BELT GUARD ASSEMBLY - Covers the pulleysand
beltduringoperationof the drillpress.

BELT TENSION - Referto the "Assembly" Section,
"InstallingandTensioning Belt.".

BELT TENSION HANDLE - Turn the handle clockwise

toapply tensionto belt, turnthe handle counterclockwise
to release belttension.

BELT TENSION LOCK KNOBS - Tighteningthe knobs
locksthe motor bracket supportand the belttension

handle,maintainingcorrect beltdistance and tension.
BEVEL SCALE - Shows degree of table tilt for bevel

operaions. The scale ismounted on the side of the arm.
CHUCK - Holdsdrill bit or other recommended

accessoryto performdesired operations.
CHUCK KEY - A self-ejectingchuckkey whichwill pop

outof the chuckwhen you let go of it.This actionis
designedto help preventthrowingof the chuck keyfrom
thechuckwhen the peer isturned ON. Do not use any
otherkey as a substitute; ordera newone if hamaged or

lost.

COLUMN - Connects the head, table, and base on a
one piecetube for easy alignment and movement.

COLUMN COLLAR - Holds the rack to the column.
Rack remains movablein the collarto permit table

support movements.

COLUMN SUPPORT - Supports the column, guides the
rack and providesmountingholesfor columnto base.

DEPTH SCALE STOP NUTS - Lock the spindle to the

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

FEED HANDLE - Moves the chuckup or down.IF
necessary, one ortwo ofthe handles may be removed
whenevertheworkpiece isof suchunusualshape thatit

interfereswith the handles.

FENCE - Attaches to the table to alignthe workpieceor
for fast repetitivedrilling.Removable. Removefence

when itinterfereswith otherdrillpress accessories.

HEAD LOCKS - Locks the head tothe column.

ALWAYS lockthe head in placewhile operatingthedrill

press.
RACK - Combines withgear mechanism to provide

easy elevationofthe table by thehandoperated table
crank.

REVOLUTION PER MINUTE (R.P.M.)- The numberof

turns completedbya spinningobjectin one minute.
SPINDLE SPEED - The RPM. of the spindle.

SPRING CAP - Adjusts quill spring tension.

TABLE SUPPORTS LOCK - Tighteninglocksthe table
supportto column. Always have it lockedin placewhile

operatingthe dirll press.
TABLE - Provides a working surface to supportthe

workpiece.
TABLE ARM - Extends beyond the tablesupportfor

mounting and aligning the table.

TABEL BEVEL LOCK - Locks the table in any position
from 0° - 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 - Locksthe table after it is rotated to
variouspositions.

TABLE SUPPORT - Rides on the column to supportthe
table arm and table.

THREADED DRAIN (518")- Attach a 5/8" (pipe

threaded) metal pipe to the threaded opening for

drainingexcees oil into container.For a non-draining
surfaceattach a threaded metal plug.Pipe and plugnot .

included.

WORKPIECE - Material being drilled.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Foryourownsafety, neverconnectplugto power

sourceoutletuntilall assemblyand adjustmentsteps
arecompleted, andyou have readand understood

the safetyandoperatinginstructions.

TOOLS NEEDED

8"S 10"AdJustab__

Rg. B

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Comb_e_m_tre

III t lilt IIIt_

Frw_ing

The DdlTPressis very heavy and MUST be liftedwiththe

helpof 2 PEOPLE OR MORE, to safetyassembly it.

COLUMN SUPPORT TO BASE (FIG. A)

1. Position the base (1) on the floor.

2. Place the column (2) on the base, aligning the
holes in the column support with the holes in the

base.

3. Locate the four long hex bolts (3) from the loose

parts bag.

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

wrench.

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INSTALLING THE TABLE (FIG. B and C)

1. Locate the table crank (1) and support lock (2) from
the loose parts bag.

2. Insert the support lock handle into the hole (3) at
the rear of the table support assembly. Tighten by

hand.

3. InstaJIthe table crank handle (3) onto the small
shaft (4), aligning the set screw (5) with the flat
surface of the shaft (4), aligning the set screw (5)

with the fiat surface of the shaft. Tighten the set

screw with a hex wrench.

4. (FIG. C) Loosen the support lock (2). Raise the

table arm assembly by turning the crank handle (1)
clockwise. Tighten the support lock.

5. Place the table (6) in the table arm assembly.

Tighten the table lock handle (7).

Rg. C

INSTALLING EXTENSION WING

1. Place the handle (OWVG) onto the upper tube
(OWVH).

2. Place theflat washers (OT6T) onto the hex head

bolts (OJUB). Insert the bolt (OJUB) into the upper
tube (OWVH), and tighten.

3. Insert the hes head bolts (OJUB) onto the upper
tube (OJUB) and tighten.

4. Place the upper tube assembly under the table.

5. Place the set plate (OWVJ) onto the clamp bolt
(OWVK). Insert the set plate assembly into the
table and tighten.

NOTE: If length adjustment is necessary, loosen
the clamp bolt (OWVK) to the desired length and

tighten the clamp bolt.

OWVE

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INSTALLING THE HF.AD (FIG. D)

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The DrillPress h_d Is very heavy and MUST be lifted
with the help of 2 PEOPLE OR MORE,to safely

assemble the Drill Press head on the column.

1. Carefully lift the head (1) above the column (2) and

slide it ontothe column.Make sure the headslldea
down over the column as far as poealble.Algn the

head with the base.

2. Using the hexwrench, tighten the two head lock eat

screws (3) on the right side of the head.

Fig. D

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FENCE ASSEMBLY (FIG. F)

This drill press has a channeled table top.

1. Determine the desired location for the fence (1).Sllde

theT-blocks (2) Into the appropriate channels as
shown

2. Align the mounting holes ofthe fence over theT-block's

threaded hloes.

3. Place a washer (3) on the threaded end of the knob (4).

Insert the knob through the mounting hole of the fence
into the T-block,and Ugbetan.

4. Repeatfor the other knob andT-block.

Fig. F

INSTALLING FEES HANDLES(FIG. E)

1. Locate three feed handles in the loose parts bag.

2, Screw the feed handles (1) into the threaded holes (2)

in the hub (3), Tighten

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INSTALUNG THE CHUCK (FIG. G, H, and I

1. Clean out the tapered hole In the chuck(1) wltha
CkHlndoth.

2. Clean taperedsurfacasonthe arbor(2) and spindle(3).

CAUTION: Make sure there am no foreignparticles
stk:kingto the surfaces.The slightestpiece of dirt on
any of these surfaceswill prevent the chuck from
seating properly.This willcause the ddll chuck and
bit to wobble. If tapered hole is extremely dirty, use a

cleaning solvent.

Fig. G

7. Using a robber mallet, plastic-tippedhammer, or a
mOCKOTwood and a hammer, firmlytap the chuck

upward into posi_n on the spindle shaft.

Fig. I

3. 4(FIG. H) Push the chuck(1) ontothe spindle
arbor (2). Tap gently to ensure seat.

4. 5Lower the spindle byturning the feed handles (8)
countemlockwise, untilthe slot (4) appears on the

quill (5).

5. Push the chuck and spindlearborup into the spindle,

making sure the tang (6) (uppernarrow end of the
spindle arbor shank) is engaged and lockedin the
inner slot (7) of the spindle.This can be seen

throughthe outer slot (4) of the quillby rotatingthe
chuck and arbor untilthe two slotsare aligned.

6. Open the jaws of the chuck (1) by rotating the chuck
sleeve clockwise.To prevent damage, make sure the

jaws are completely receded intothe chuck.

Fig. H 4 _. "----,_ I

INSTALLING UGHT BULB (RG. J) (not Included)

1. Installa light bulb(no larger than 60 watt)intothe

socket inside the head.

Fig. J

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DRILL PRESS ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: All the adjustments for the opera,on of the
ddl press have been completed at the lectory.Due to

normalwear and use, some occasionalmadjustmente
may be necessary.

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Fig. L

Topreventpersonalinjury,a dysciscor. thepaugfnxn

the powersourcewhen ma;dnganyadjustments

SQUARING TABLE TO HEAD (RG. K and L)
NOTE: The table arm and supporthas a preddlledhole

witha lockingset screw insertedfor lockingthe table to
a predetermined0° horizontal_. Itmust be loosened

to change the angle of the table.

1. Insert a 1/4",or larger diameter,precisionground
stsetrod (1), approximately3"long,intothechuck(2).

Tighten the chuckjaws.

2. Raise table to workingheightand lock.

3. Usingthe combinationsquare (3), placeena edge
fiat on the tebie, and alignthe other edge verlfoally

beside the rod (1).

Fig. K

2

1

3

I I I I I I I I I I I I

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5

6

4

7

BEVEL SCALE (FIG. L and M)
NOTE: The bevelscale has been included to measure

approximate bevel angles. If precision is necessary,
a square or othermeasuring toolshould he used to

positionthe table.To use the bevel scale (7):

1. Loosenthe Ioddngset screw (4) to RELEASE it from

the table support.

2. Loosen the large hex head bevel locking bolt (6).

To prevent injury,be sure to holdthe table & table arm
assembly,so it willnot swivel or tilt.

3. Tilt the table,aligningthe desired angle measurement
to the zero line oppositethe scale (7).

4. Tighten the bevel lockingbolt. (6).

5. To returnthe table to itsoriginalposition, loosen the
bevel lockingbolt (6). Realign the bevel scale (7) to
the 0° position.

6. Tighten the lockingset screw(4) untilit is seated in
the horizontal 0_hole of the table support.

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4. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the lockingset

screw (4) with the 3 mmhex key to RELEASE the

table from the horizontal position.

5. Loosenthe large hex head bevellockingbolt(6).

Tolprevent injury,be sure to hold the table &table arm
assembly,so it willnot swivelor tilt.

6. Align the square to the red byrotating the table until
the square and rodare in line.

7. Retighten the large bex belt. (6).

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To prevent personal injury,always disconnect plug
from the power sourcewhen making any adjustment.

SPINDLE I QUILL (FIG. N)
Rotate the feed handles counterclockwiseto lower

spindleto its lowestposition.Hand supportthe
spindlesecurely and move itback and forth around

the axis. If there is too much play,do the following:

1. Loosenthe lock nut(1).

2. Turn the screw (2) clockwiseto eliminate the play,
butwithoutobstructingthe upward movement of

the spindle. (A little play in the spindleis normal.)

3. Tighten the lock nut(1).

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QUILL RETURN SPRING (FIG. O)
The quillreturnspring may need adjustment ifthe
tensioncause the quillto returntoo rapidly ortoo

slowly.

1. Lowerthe table for additionalclearance.

2. Place a screwdriver in the lower front notch(1) of
the springcap (2). Hold it in place while loosening
and removingonly the outerjam nut(3).

3. With the screwdriverstillengaged inthe notch,

loosenthe inner nut(4) just untilthe notch(5)

disengagesfrom the boss (6) on thedrill press

head.

CAUTION: DO NOT REMOVE THIS INNER NUT,

because the springwill forcibly unwind.

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To avoid injury from an accidental start, ALWAYS
make surethe switch is in the "OFF" position, the

switch key is removed, and the plug is not connected
to the power source outlet before making belt
adjustments.

BELT TENSION (FIG. P)
Make sure pulleysare alignedproperly as shown in
FigureR on page 15.

1. To unlockthe belt tension,turnthe belt tensionlock
knobs (1) oneach side of the drill presshead

counterclockwise.

2. Tighten the belts by turningthe belt tension handle
(2) clockwise.

3. Loosenthe beltsby turning the belt tensinhandle
(2) counterclockwise.Set belts on pulleystepsfor
desired speed.

4. Lockthe belt tensionlockknobs (1) byturning
clockwise.

NOTE: Belt tension is correct ifthe belt deflects

approximately 1/2 inch when pressed at itscenter.

Fig. P

4. Carefully turn the spring cap (2) counterclockwise
with the screwdriver, engaging the next notch.

5. Lower the quill to the lowest position by rotating the

feed handle in a counterclockwise direction while
holding the spring cap (2) in position.

6. If the quill moves up and down as easily as you

desire, tighten the standard nut (4) with the
adjustable wrench. If too loose, repeat steps 2

through 5 to tighten. If too tight, reverse steps 4 and

5.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN and restrict quill

movement.

7. Replace the jam nut (3) and tighten against the

standard nut (4) to prevent the standard nut from
reversing.

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To avoid injury from an accidental start, ALWAYS

make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position, the
switch key is removed, and the plug is not connected

to the power source outlet before making belt
adjustments.

ALIGNING THE BELT PULLEYS (FIG. N)
Open the head cover of the Drill Press. Check
alignment of the pulleys with a straight edge (5) such

as a framimg square, a level, or a piece of a wood.
Lay the straight edge across the top of the pulleys. If

all three pulleys are NOT aligned:

1. Release belt pressure by loosening the belt tension

lock knobs (4) on either side of the head, unlocking
the belt tension handle (1).

2. Loosen the motor mount nuts (2). Lift or lower the

motor (3) until the pulleys are in line.

3. Tighten the motor mount nuts (2) using an
adjustable wrench.

NOTE: To avoid rattles or other noise, the motor

housing should not touch the lower belt guard
housing.

BASIC DRILL PRESS OPEATIONS

SPEEDS AND BELT PLACEMENT (FIG. R)

This drill press has 12 speeds, as listed below:

250 RPM 600 RPM 1620RPM
340 RPM 650 RPM 1900RPM
390 RPM 990 RPM 2620 RPM
510 RPM 1550 RPM 3100RPM

See inside of the pulley guard for specific placement
of the belts on the pulleys to change speeds.

To avoid possible injury, keep guard closed, in place,

and in proper working order while tool is in operation.

4. Retighten the belts by turning the belt tension
handle (1) clockwise, until the belt deflects
approximately 1/2 inch when pressed in the center.

NOTE: Refer to the chart inside the belt guard
cover for recommended drilling speeds and

belt/pulley positions.

5. Lock the belt tension lock knobs (4) by turning
clockwise.

NOTE: When the belts are new, it may be difficult to
move the belts. As the machine is used, the belts will
gain more elasticity and will be easier to adjust.

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