Craftsman 152229010 Owner’s Manual

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3/4 Horsepower (continuous duty)

1-1/2 Horsepower (maximum developed) 16-Speed, Step Punmey

215 - 2720 R.P.M. Drill Speed Range

1 iLL P SS

Model No.

152.229010

C S

FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY; Read and foUlow all of the Safety and Operating Instructions before Operating this DdH Press.

Customer Helpline

1-800-897-7709

PRease have your Model No.

and SedaR No. availabUe.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, JL 60179 U.S.A.

Part No. OR93513

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SECTmON PAGE

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

ProductSpecifications...................................................................................................................................................3

Safetymnstructions.........................................................................................................................................................4

Guidelinesforextension cords ..................................................................................................................................... 5

Grounding mnstructions .................................................................................................................................................. 6

Specific Safety mnstructions .......................................................................................................................................... 7

Accessories and Attachments ...................................................................................................................................... 8

Know Your Machine ....................................................................................................................................................... 9

Carton Contents ........................................................................................................................................................... 10

AssembJy mnstructions ................................................................................................................................................. 12

Operations and Adjustment ........................................................................................................................................ 17

Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................................. 26

Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................................................................................ 27

Part List ......................................................................................................................................................................... 28

EspaSol .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3!

Service Information ........................................................................................................................................ Back Page

ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL

if this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, CALL 1-800-4-MY-HOME _)TO ARRANGE FOR FREE REPAIR,

This warranty applies only while this tool is in the United States, This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state, Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Dept 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

17°in. Drill Press with Laser°Trac TM

Motor Specifications:

Motor type induction Continuous duty HP 3/4 Maximum developedHP 1=1/2 Amps 10/5

Volts 120/240 Phase Single

Hertz 60 R,P,M, 1725 (no load)

Product Specifications: Belt Type

Pulley Type

Poly=V Step

Motor slide

Number of Speeds Drill Speeds

16 215, 310, 340, 450, 490,

51O, 600, 675, 735,750, 1200, 1380, 1500, 1850,

2035, 2720 Spindle Taper Chuck Taper Chuck Type Chuck capacity

#2 Morse Taper

Jacobs 3

Keyless

1/32" =5/8" (1 =16mm) Chuck to Table dimension

Min,

O _

Chuck to Table dimension

Max, 23-1/2" Chuck to Base dimension 43ol/2" Quill Diameter 1=7/8"(47mm)

Quill Travel 4=7/8" Quill Lock Yes

Handle Operation Motor Control

360 degree rotation Industrial push button

with OFF paddle

Table Size Table Tilt Table Movement Table Material

Depth Stop Depth Stop Type Depth Scab

Column Diameter Base Work Area

14" wide x 14" depth Yes

Rack and pinion Cast iron

Yes Quick Set Yes

3-1/8" (80ram) 10=1/4" wide x 8=1/4"

depth Depth of Throat

Height Width

Depth Weight

8=1/2" 68=1/2" 12=3/4" 28-1/2"

198 pounds

Convenience: Light Yes

Laser Yes

To avoid electrical shock to yourself and damage to the drill press, use proper circuit protection, Do not expose

to rain, or use in a damp environment,

The drill press is factory wired for 120V, 60 Hz, opera- tion, Connect to a 120V, 15 amp branch circuit and use

a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker, The electri- cal circuit cannot have any wire size less than #14, To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is damaged in any way,

GENERAL SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

Operating a drill press can be dangerous if safety and common sense are ignored, The operator must be familiar with the operation of the tool, Read this manual to understand this drill press, DO NOT operate this drill press if you do not fully understand the limitations of this tool, DO NOT modify this drill press in any way, REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your responsibility,

BEFORE USUNG THE DF_ULLPRESS

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING, Make sure that the power switch is in the "OFF" position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical

receptacle,

AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRON- MENT. DO NOT Use electrical tools in a damp

environment or expose them to rain.

CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by remov- ing switch keys, unplugging tools from the electrical

receptacles, and using padlocks,

To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool, read and follow all of the Safety and Operating instructions before operating the drill press,

1, READ the entire instruction Manual, LEARN how to

use the tool for its intended applications,

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION, Any power tool can throw debris into the eyes during opera- tions, which could cause severe and permanent eye damage, Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses, ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (that comply with ANSi standard Z87,1) when operating power tools, Safety Goggles are available at Sears

Retail Stores,

3, ALWAYS WEAR HEARING PROTECTION, Plain

cotton is not an acceptable protective device, Hearing equipment should comply with ANSi

$3,19 Standards,

4, ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT

INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica

dust and asbestos dust, Direct particles away from face and body, Always operate tool in well ventilat- ed area and provide for proper dust removal, Use dust collection system whenever possible, Exposure to the dust may cause serious and per- manent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and death, Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust, Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material, Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OBHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and water,

ALWAYS keep the work area clean, well lit, and organized, DO NOT work in an environment with floor surfaces that are slippery from debris, grease,

and wax,

6, ALWAYS unplug the tool from the electrical recep-

tacle when making adjustments, changing parts or performing any maintenance,

10,

DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses,

11,

DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an opera- tion for which it was not designed, it wiii do a safer

and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the tool was intended,

12,

DO NOT stand on a tool, Serious injury could result if the tool tips over or you accidentally contact the

tool,

13,

DO NOT store anything above or near the tool where anyone might try to stand on the tool to

reach it,

14,

DO NOT operate tool if under the influence of drugs or alcohol,

15,

EACH AND EVERY TIME, CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS PRIOR TO USING THE TOOL. Carefully

check all guards to see that they operate properly, are not damaged, and perform their intended func- tions, Check for alignment, binding or breaking of

moving parts, A guard or other part that is damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced,

16,

GROUND ALL TOOLS, if the tool is supplied with a 3-prong plug, it must be plugged into a 3-contact electrical receptacle, The 3rd prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against

accidental electric shock, DO NOT remove the 3rd prong, See Grounding instructions,

17,

KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY from the drill press, DO NOT permit people to be in the

immediate work area, especially when the electrical tool is operating,

18,

KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER,

19,

MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE. DO NOT extend yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant rubber-

soled shoes. Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and

wax,

20, MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE, Always keep tools

clean and in good working order, Keep all blades and tool bits sharp,

21, NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED,

Turn the power switch to the OFF position, DO NOT leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop,

22, REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the

immediate area prior to turning the tool ON,

23, SECURE ALL WORK, When it is possibb, use

damps or jigs to secure the workpbce, This is safer than attempting to hold the workpbce with your

hands,

24, STAY ALERT, watch what you are doing, and use

common sense when operating a power tool, DO NOT USE a tool wNe tired or under the influence

of drugs, abohol, or medication, A moment of inattention whib operating power tools may resWt in serious personal injury,

25, USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES,

Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious injury to the operator and cause damage to the tool, if in doubt, check the instruction manual that comes with that particular accessory,

GUIDEUNES FOR EXTENSUON CORDS

The smaller the gauge-number, the larger diameter of the extension cord, if in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord, use a shorter and thicker cord, An undersized cord wiii cause a drop in line voltage result- ing in a loss of power and overheating, USE ONLY A

3-WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS A 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3-POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL'S PLUG.

if you are using an extension cord outdoors, be sure it is marked with the suffix "W-A" ("W" in Canada) to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use,

Be sure your extension cord is property sized, and in good electrical condition, Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it,

Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas,

120 VOLT OPERATION ONLY

26, USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD

CONDITION, When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current

your product will draw, Please see "MiNiMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION

CORDS (AWG)" table for correct sizing of an exten- sion cord, if in doubt, use the next heavier gauge,

27, WEAR PROPER CLOTHING. DO NOT wear loose

clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry, These items can get caught in the machine during operations

and pull the operator into the moving parts, Users must wear a protective cover on their hair, if the

hair is long, to prevent it from contacting any moving parts,

0 to 6 Amps

6 to 10 Amps 10to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps

0 to 6 Amps

6 to 10 Amps 10to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps

25'LONG 50' LONG 100' LONG

18 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG

240 VOLT OPERATION ONLY

25' LONG

18 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG

16 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 12 AWG

50' LONG

18 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 12 AWG

16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG

Not

recommended

100' LONG

16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG

Not

recommended

THINSTOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHmLEmNUSE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRmC

SHOCK. mNTHE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTmON OR BREAK-

DOWN, grounding provides the path of Ueastresistance for eUectriccurrent and reduces the risk of eUectric

shock. This tooUis equipped with an eUectric cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a ground-

ing pUug.The pUugMUST be pUuggedinto a matching eUectdcaUreceptacle that is propedy installed and

grounded in accordance with ALL UocaUcodes and ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. ff it wHUnot fit the eUectdcaUreceptacUe, have the proper eUectdcaU receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equip° ment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric

shock. The conductor with the green insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment-grounding

conductor. DO NOT connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement of

the electric cord or plug is necessary.

USE ONLY A 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS A 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3-POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL'S PLUG.

REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN CORD IMMED- IATELY.

FOR GROUNDED, CORD-CONNECTED MACHINES INTENDED FOR USE ON A SUPPLY CIRCUIT HAVING

A NOMINAL RATING LESS THAN 150 VOLTS. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an

electrical receptacle as shown in FIGURE 1-1. FIGURE 1-1 shows a 3-wire electrical plug and electrical recep- tacle that has a grounding conductor. If a properly grounded electrical receptacle is not available, an adapter as shown in FIGURE 1-2 can be used to tem- porarily connect this plug to a 2-contact ungrounded receptacle. The adapter has a rigid lug extending from it that MUST be connected to a permanent earth ground, such as a properly grounded receptacle box. THIS

ADAPTER IS PROHIBITED IN CANADA.

CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the electrical receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a certified electrician check the electrical receptacle.

CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.

The motor supplied with your Drill Press is a dual voltage 120/240 volts, 60 hertz alternating current,

single phase motor, It is shipped wired for 120 volts application, Never connect the green or ground wire to

a live terminal,

Fig. 1-1 120 Volt

grounding conductor

3-prong electrical

receptacle

3-wire power cord

The motor supplied with your Drill Press is a dual volt- age, 120/240 volt, single phase motor. If it is desired to operate your drill press at 240 volts, it is necessary to reconnect the motor leads in the motor junction box by following the wiring diagram on the junction box cover.

MAKE CERTAIN the motor is disconnected from power source before reconnecting motor leads.

Fig. 1-2 120 Volt

grounding conductor

3-wire power cord

grounding

2-prong

electrical

receptacle

it is aUsonecessary to repUacethe 120 voUtpUug,sup- plied with the motor, with a UL/CSA Listed pUugsuitabb

for 240 voUtsand rated current of the drHUpress. Contact a bcaU qualified eUectrbian for proper procedures to

install the pUug.The drHUpress must compUy with aH bcaU and nationaU eUectrbaUcodes after the 240 voUt

pUugis installed. The drHUpress with a 240 voUtpUugshouUd onUybe

connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the pUugshown in FIGURE 1-3. No adapter is avaiP

able or should be used with the 240 volt plug.

Fig. 1-3

grounded outlet box

240 Volt

current carrying

prongs

grounding blade is

longest of the 3 blades

MAKE CERTAIN the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure have a qualified ebctric-

ian check the receptacle.

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

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The operation of any drill press can result in debris

being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool can throw debris during operations, which could cause severe and permanent eye damage. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (that comply with ANSI standard Z87.1) when operating power tools. Safety Goggles are available at Sears Retail Stores.

Basic precautions should always be followed when using your drill press. To reduce the risk of injury, ebc- trical shock or fire, comply with the safety rules listed

below:

1. READ and understand the instruction manual before operating the drill press.

2, AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND

POSITIONS. A sudden slip could cause a serious injury.

3. CHECK all drill bits, cutting tools, sanding drums, or other accessories for damage before installing in the drill press chuck. Damaged items can cause damage to the drill press and or serious injury.

4. Before leaving the drill press, LOCK or REMOVE the ON/OFF switch/key to prevent unauthorized

use,

5, DO NOT install or use any drill bit that exceeds

7-inches in length or that extends 6-inches below the chuck jaws. The drill bit can suddenly bend or

break.

6. DO NOT try to drill a workpiece that is too small to be securely held to the table or in a vise.

7. DO NOT operate this drill press until it is assembled and installed according to the instruction manual.

8. DO NOT leave the drill press plugged into the ebc- trical outlet. Unplug the drill press from the outlet

when not in use and before servicing, changing bits and cleaning.

9. DO NOT USE router bits, shaper cutters, circle (fly) cutters, rotary planers or wire wheels in this drill press.

10. FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes, including the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations

(OSHA). All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only.

11, LET THE CHUCK REACH FULL SPEED before

starting drill operations,

12, MAKE SURE there are no foreign objects, nails,

stones in the workpiece.

13, NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY OR

SETUP WORK on the tabb/work area when the drill press is running,

14, NEVER START THE DRILL PRESS BEFORE

CLEANING THE TABLE OF ALL OBJECTS (tools, scrap pieces, etc.). Debris can be thrown at high

speed.

15. NEVER START THE DRILL PRESS with the drill bit, cutting tool, or sanding drum against the work-

piece. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious injury,

16, OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR,

instructor, or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operation of this drill press,

17, PROPERLY SUPPORT long or wide workpiece and

clamp to the table,

18, PROPERLY SECURE the drill bit, cutting tool, or

sanding drum in the chuck before operating the drill press,

19, REPLACE a damaged cord immediately, DO NOT

use a damaged cord or plug, if the drill press is not operating properly, or has been damaged, left out-

doors or has been in contact with water, return it to a Sears Service Center,

20, SECURE the drill press to the floor or work bench,

Vibration can cause the drill press to slide, walk or tip over,

21,SECUREtheworkpbcefirmlyagainstthetabb,

Donotattempttodrillaworkpbcethatdoesnot haveafiatsurfaceagainstthetabb,orthatisnot

securedbya vise, Preventtheworkpbcefrom rotatingbydampingittothetabborbysecuringit

againstthedrillpresscolumn,Lossof controlof theworkpbcecancauseseriousinjury,

22,SECURELYLOCKtheheadandtabbsupportto

thecolumn,andthetabbtothetabbsupport beforeoperatingthedrillpress,

23,Thedrillpressisdesignedforhomeuseorlight

commercialdutyONLY,

24,TOREDUCETHERISKOFELECTRICAL

SHOCK,donotuseoutdoors.Donotexposeto rain,Storeindoorsina dryarea,

25,TURNTHEDRILLPRESSOFFandunplugfrom

powersource,Waitforthedrillbit,cuttingtool,or sandingdrumtocometoa compbteSTOPbefore

cleaningoffthetabb/workarea,removingorsecur- ingworkpiece,orchangingsetup,

26,USEonlydrillbits,cuttingtools,sandingdrums,or

otheraccessorieswithpropershanksizerecom- mendedinthisinstructionmanual,Thewrongsize

shankcancausedamagetothedrillpressand/or seriousinjury,

27,USEonlyasdescribedinthisinstructionmanual,

USEaccessoriesonlyrecommendedbySears,

28,USERECOMMENDEDSPEEDSforalloperations,

Otherspeedsmaycausethemachinetomalfunc- tioncausingdamagetothedrillpressandor seriousinjury,

29,informationregardingthesafeandproperoperation

ofthistoolisalsoavailablefromthefollowing sources:

PowerToolinstitute 1300SummerAvenue

Cleveland,OH44115-2851

www, powertoolinstitute,org

National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive

Itasca, IL 60143o3201 American National Standards institute

25 West 43rd Street, 4th floor New York, NY 10036

ANSi 01,1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines, and the U,S, Department of Labor regulations

www, osha,cLOJ

30,

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS, Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users,

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR THE LASER

1, LASER LIGHT - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM,

APERTURE, or into a reflection from a mirror-like surface,

2, AVOID EXPOSURE - LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED

FROM BOTH SIDES OF LASER ASSEMBLY, Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of

procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure,

3, DO NOT DISASSEMBLE LASER MODULE, The

laser is a CLASS mmLASER PRODUCT that can emit laser power up to 1 mW MAX at 635 rim,

which could result in exposure with the module disassembled, The laser unit complies with 21

CFR 1040,10 and 1040,11,

4, USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT

IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

AVAILABLE ACCESSORUES

Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Craftsman Power and Hand Tool Catalog for the follow- ing accessories,

ITEM STOCK NUMBER * Circle Cutter 25293

* Clamping Lit 26426 * 8-in, Vise 24077

* 4-in, Vise 24081 * 3-in, Vise 24071

* 21 pc, Sanding Drum Kit 25262 * 7 pc, Forstner Bit Set 25389

Sears may recommend other accessories not listed in this manual,

See your nearest Sears Hardware Department or Craftsman Power and Hand Tool Catalog for other accessories,

Do not use any accessory unless you have completely read the instruction Manual for that accessory,

Use only accessories recommended for this drill press, Using other accessories may cause serious injury and cause damage to the drill press,

Figure 2-1

i II

1, BeHtcover

2, ON/OFF switch 3, AdjustabHe feed handHes

4, QulH Hock 5, Laser (not shown)

6, KeyHess chuck 7, TaMe

8, CoHumn 9, Base

10, TaMe Extension 11, Tray

12, Depth scaHe 13, Motor

14, FHexibHeHamp

UNPACKUNG AND CHECKUNG CONTENTS

This drHUpress wHUrequire some amount of assemMy, Remove aHof the parts from the shipping box and Uay

them on a clean work surface,

Remove any protective materiab and coatings from aH of the parts and the drHUpress, The protective coatings can be removed by spraying WD-40 on them and wiping it off with a soft cloth, This may need redone severaUtimes before aH of the protective coatings are removed compbteUy, CAUTION: DO NOT use acetone, gasoline or Uacquer thinner to remove any protective coatings on your drHUpress,

After cleaning, apply a good quality automotive wax to any unpainted surfaces, Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly,

Figure 3-1

Compare the items to figures below; verify that all items are accounted for before discarding the shipping box, if there are any missing parts, call Customer Helpline

1-800-897-7709,

The drill press is a heavy machine, two people may be required to unpack and lift machine,

if any parts are missing, do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn ON the drill press, The drill press

can only be turned ON after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly,

}

A, Table

B, Base C, Drill press head and motor assembly

D, Column, rack and ring

Figure 3-2

G H

JKL

E, TaMe extension F, Knob

G, TaMe extension support H, Keyiess chuck

i, Chuck arbor J, 2,5mm Hex wrench K, 3mm Hex wrench L, 5mm Hex wrench

Figure 3-3

CC, Laser assembly DD, Clamp

EE, Alignment pin (not shown)

M, TaMe rabe/Mower handle N, Spindie adapter remover

O, Knob (2) P, Tray, back

Q, Tray R, CHamppilate

S, Pan head screw M5 x 35mm (2) T, Hex nut M5 (2)

Figure 3-4

FR Light assembHy GG, Hex socket head screw M6 x 16mm (2)

HH, Lock washer M6 (2) Hi, Cord sieeve

JJ, CHamp KK, Adhesive cord champs (2)

(not shown)

U, Adjustabie Feed handie

V, Hex head screw MIO x 40mm (4) W, TaMe rotation Hockhandie

X, TaMe height Hockhandie Y, Hex head screw M8-1,25 x 125mm (4)

Z, Fiat Washer M8 (8) AA, Hex Nut M8-1,25 (4)

BB, Lock Washer M8 (4)

TOOLS REQUIRED

The following toob are needed for assemMy and align- ment. Note: hex wrenches are provided. The remaining toob are typbaU shop tooUsand are not included with your drHUpress.

12mm Open end wrench 13mm Open end wrench #2 PhHHpsscrewdriver Hammer and Mock of wood

The drHUpress is a heavy machine; two peopb may be required for certain assemMy operations.

DO NOT assembb the drHUpress until you are sure the tooUis unpUugged.

Figure 4-2

DO NOT assembb the drHUpress until you are sure the power switch is in the "OFF" position.

For your own safety, DO NOT connect the drHUpress to the power source until the machine is completely assembled and you read and understand the entire

Instruction Manual.

COLUMN, BASE and TABLE ASSEMBLY

Figure 4-1

i [

Attach the table raising and lowering handle (D) on the worm gear shaft (E) and tighten the set screw

(F) against the fiat (G) on the worm gear shaft, See Figure 4-2,

Figure 4-3

3. Thread the stud of the table lock handle (H) into the hob (I) in the rear of the table bracket. See Figure

4-3.

Figure 4-4

Attach the column (A) to the base (B) using the four MIO x 40mm hex head screws (C).

See Figure 4-1.

Lay the table (J) upside down and place the table extension support (K) into the bottom of the table.

NOTE: The table extension support can be posi- tioned either to the right or left. See Figure 4-4.

Figure 4-5 Figure 4-7

5, Hace the clamp plate (L) over the tame extension

support and attach it with two threaded knobs (M),

Figure 4-6

8, Hace tame extension (Q) into tame extension sup-

port, See Figure 4-7,

Figure 4-8

R y

AssemMe the threaded end of the tame rotation lock handle (N) into hole (0) in the front, right side-

of the tame support, Do not completely tight handle at this time, Note: The tame rotation lock handle is

the smaller of the two lock handles, See Figure 4-6

Insert the tame (J) into the mounting hole (P) tame support, Rotate the tame to desired position and

tighten tame rotation locking handle, See Figure 4-6,

Assemble the threaded knob (R) into the weld nut (S) on the table extension support, See Figure 4-8,

Figure 4-9 DRILL PRESS HEAD AND

MOTOR ASSEMBLY

The drHUpress is a heavy machine; two peopb may

be required for certain assemMy operations, MAKE CERTAIN the drHUpress is disconnected from

the power source,

10, LooseUyassembb the tray back (T) to the tray (U)

with two pan head screws M5 x 35mm (V) and M5 hex nuts (X), See Figure 4-9,

Figure 4-10

Figure 5-1

1, Seat the drHUpress head (A) on the coUumn (B),

See Figure 5-1,

Figure 5-2

11, Slide the tray (U) down onto the column (A) until it

rests on the ring (Y) and tighten both screws, See Figure 4-10

2, Align the drill press head with the table and base

and tighten the two head locking screws (C), See Figure 5-2,

Figure 5-3 Figure 5-5

3, Piace adjustabie handie (D) onto quHi advancement

shaft (E), See Figure 5-3,

NOTE: Make certain that the spindie taper (G) and the tapered hob in the chuck (H) are clean and free of grease, iacquer, or rust preventive coatings, See Figure 5-5 Househoid oven cieaner can effectiveiy

remove any substance from the spindie and chuck, Carefuliy follow the manufacturer's safety rubs con-

cerning its use,

Figure 5-4

Tighten two set screws (F) on the adjustable han- dle, one shown on Figure 5-4, Once both are tight-

ened, back off both setscrews one rotation, This will allow the handle to rotate freely,

Figure 5-6

5, Open the chuck jaws completely, hold the top collar

(I) and turn the chuck barrel (J) counter-clockwise, Make sure the jaws are completely recessed inside the chuck, See figure 5-6,

6, Seat the chuck onto the drill press spindle as far as

it wiii go, Carefully drive the chuck onto the spindle by placing a wooden block (K) under the chuck (L)

and tap the block up with a hammer (M),

IMPORTANT: DO NOT tap the chuck directly with a metal hammer,

LASER ASSEMBLY Figure 6-3

MAKE CERTAIN the drill press is disconnected from the power source,

LASER LIGHT - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM, APERTURE, or into a reflection from a mirrorqke

surface,

Figure 6-1

Hace Uaseraround coUumn(G) and against the head casting (H) and fasten the damp secureUy at

the coUumn,

Make sure Uaserhousing is positioned so that one Uaseris to each side of the head casting,

1, Place clamp (A) through openings (B) in laser

housing,

Figure 6-2

2, Remove battery cover (C) from laser housing,

3, Connect a 9-volt battery (D) (not included) to

battery terminal (E),

4, Place battery into battery compartment (F) and

replace battery cover,

To help reduce the tendency of the drill press to tip over, slide, or walk, it can be fastened to the floor

surface, The machine base has four hobs (A), one at each corner where it can be fastened (hardware not

included), See Figure 7-1,

DONOTexposethedrillpresstorainoroperatethe indamplocations,

MAKESUREallpartshavebeenassembledcorrectly andareinworkingorder,

SWITCH OPERATION

CHmLDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys, unplugging tools from the electrical recep- tacles, and using padlocks,

Figure 8-1

Figure 8-2

1, The ON/OFF switch (A) is located on the front of

the drill press head, See Figure 8-1,

To turn the Drill Press on, press the green ON button (B) in one-half inch, Note: There is a safety

feature on the switch to insure that the switch must be completely pressed before the motor will start,

To turn the Drill Press off, press the large red OFF paddle (C) or lift the paddle and press directly on

the red "OFF" button (D), See Figure 8-1 and 8-2,

When the Drill Press is not in use, the "ON" button should be locked so that it cannot be started,

Using the padlock (E) included with your Drill Press, lift the red iOFF[ paddle (C) and place the padlock

through the hobs in the side of the "ON" button and then lock the padlock, Make sure keys have been

removed from padlock and placed where no children can get them, See Figure 8-2,

To use the Drill Press, unlock and remove the padlock from the "ON" button,

IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the switch should be locked in the OFF position to prevent

unauthorized use,

FLEXUBLE LAMP

To reduce the risk of fire, use 40 watt or less, 120 volt, reflector track-type Hightbuib (not supplied), DO NOT use a standard househoid Hightbuib, The reflector track- type Hightbuib shouid not extend bellow the iamp shade,

Figure 9-1

TABLE OPERATION

Figure 10-1

1, To raise or lower the table (A) on the column (B),

loosen the table lock handle (C), See Figure 10-1 and 10-2,

The flexible lamp (A) operates independently of the drill press and has its own power cord, To turn the lamp ON and OFF, rotate the switch (B) in the clockwise direction only, See Figure 9-1,

CAUTION: The flexible lamp housing wiii remain hot for a few minutes after turning it OFR Avoid contact with housing until it is cook

Figure 10-2

2, Turn the table raising and lowering handle (D)

clockwise to raise the table and counter-clockwise to lower the table, See Figure10-2,

3, After the table is at the desired height, tighten the

table height lock handle,

NOTE: Always raise (rather than lower) the table to the final position to allow the gears to mesh and prevent

slippage, 4, The table (A) can be rotated 360 degrees by loos-

ening the table rotation lock handle (E) and rotating the table to the desired position, and tightening the

table clamp, See Figure 10-2,

NOTE: For thru-drilling operations, make sure the table center hob is aligned with the drill bit,

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