Delta 17-959L Instruction Manual

17" Floor Model Drill Press

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17-959L

432 mm (17 po), modèle sur pied

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SAFETY GUIDELINES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CARTON CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

FRANÇAIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

ESPAÑOL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. DELTA Machinery strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed.

If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have written DELTA Machinery and we have advised you.

Online contact form at www.deltamachinery.com

Postal Mail: Technical Service Manager

DELTA Machinery

4825 Highway 45 North

Jackson, TN 38305

(IN CANADA: 125 Mural St. Suite 300, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1M4)

Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources:

Power Tool Institute

1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851

www.powertoolinstitute.org

1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201

American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, 4 floor, New York, NY 10036 www.ansi.org

ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines, and the U.S. Department of Labor regulations www.osha.gov

National Safety Council

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

SAFETY GUIDELINES – DEFINITIONS

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potentially haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or mod er ate injury.

NOTICE

damage.

indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

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:

• Lead from lead-based paints,

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA). Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to

these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.

1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE. Learning

the machine’s application, limitations, and specific hazards will greatly minimize the possibility of accidents and injury.

2. WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards. Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.

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

4. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep your work area well-lit to prevent tripping or placing arms, hands, and fingers in danger.

5. MAINTAIN ALL TOOLS AND MACHINES IN PEAK CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Poorly maintained tools and machines can further damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.

6. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the machine, check for any damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or any other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced with DELTA or factory authorized replacement parts. Damaged parts can cause further damage to the machine and/or injury.

7. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Your shop is a potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors can be injured.

9. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move the switch to the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in the cord.

10. USE THE GUARDS. Check to see that all guards are in place, secured, and working correctly to prevent injury.

11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE. Tools, scrap pieces, and other debris can be thrown at high speed, causing injury.

12. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force a machine or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.

13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by DELTA may cause damage to the machine or injury to the user.

14. USE THE 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 overheating. See the Extension Cord Chart for the correct size depending on the cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

15. SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold the

workpiece when practical. Loss of control of a workpiece can cause injury.

16. FEED THE WORKPIECE AGAINST THE DIRECTION OF

THE ROTATION OF THE BLADE, CUTTER, OR ABRASIVE SURFACE. Feeding it from the other direction will cause the

workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.

17. DON’T FORCE THE WORKPIECE ON THE MACHINE.

Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.

18. DON’T OVERREACH. Loss of balance can make you fall into

a working machine, causing injury.

19. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. Injury could occur if the tool

tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.

20. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop. A child or visitor could be injured.

21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before installing or removing accessories, changing cutters, adjusting or changing set-ups. When making repairs, be sure to lock the start switch in the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

22. MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF WITH

PADLOCKS, MASTER SWITCHES, OR BY REMOVING STARTER KEYS. The accidental start-up of a machine by a

child or visitor could cause injury.

23. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND

USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of

inattention while operating power tools may result in injury.

24. USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE

AND DISPERSE DUST OR OTHER AIRBORNE PARTICLES, INCLUDING WOOD DUST, CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST AND ASBESTOS DUST. Direct particles away

from face and body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent 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/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and water.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is completely

assembled and installed according to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious injury.

2. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or

another qualified person if you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge is safety.

3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended

electrical connections to prevent shock or electrocution.

4. SECURE THE MACHINE TO A SUPPORTING SURFACE.

Vibration can cause the machine to slide, walk, or tip over.

5. NEVER START THE MACHINE BEFORE CLEARING THE TABLE OF ALL OBJECTS (tools, scrap pieces, etc.). Debris can be thrown at high speed.

6. NEVER START THE MACHINE with the drill bit, cutting tool, or sanding drum against the workpiece. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious injury.

7. PROPERLY LOCK THE DRILL BIT, CUTTING TOOL, OR SANDING DRUM IN THE CHUCK before operating this machine.

8. REMOVE THE CHUCK KEY BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE. The chuck key can be thrown out at a high speed.

9. TIGHTEN ALL LOCK HANDLES before starting the machine. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious injury.

10. USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS, SANDING DRUMS, OR OTHER ACCESSORIES with shank size recommended in your instruction manual. The wrong size accessory can cause damage to the machine and/or serious injury.

11. USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS, OR SANDING DRUMS that are not damaged. Damaged items can cause malfunctions that lead to injuries.

12. USE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS for all operations. Other speeds may cause the machine to malfunction causing damage to the machine and/or serious injury.

13. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS. A sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the bit.

14. KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the bit. Serious injury to the hand can occur.

15. HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY AGAINST THE TABLE. Do not attempt to drill a workpiece that does not have a flat surface against the table, or that is not secured by a vise. Prevent the workpiece from rotating by clamping it to the table or by securing it against the drill press column. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious injury.

16. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND WAIT FOR THE DRILL

BIT, CUTTING TOOL, OR SANDING DRUM TO STOP TURNING prior to cleaning the work area, removing

debris, removing or securing workpiece, or changing the angle of the table. A moving drill bit, cutting tool, or sanding drum can cause serious injury.

17. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE workpieces. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause severe injury.

18. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY OR SET-UP WORK on the table/work area when the machine is running. Serious injury can result.

19. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, disconnect the machine from the power source, and clean the table/work area before leaving the machine. LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent unauthorized use. Someone else might accidentally start the machine and cause serious injury to themselves.

20. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of power tools (i.e., a safety video) is available from the Power Tool Institute, 1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851 (www. powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also available from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please refer to the American National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR THE LASER

EYE INJURY – LASER LIGHT

Do not stare into beam aperture, or into a reflection from a mirror-like surface. Do not use optical tools such as a telescope or transit to view the laser beam.

EYE INJURY – LASER LIGHT

Do not operate the laser around children or allow children to operate the laser. Store idle laser out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Turn the laser off when it is not in use. Do not disassemble laser module. The class II laser output could be exceeded if the unit is disassembled. Laser complies with 21

CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11.

hazardous radiation exposure.

flammable liquids, gases, or dust. A spark could ignite the dust or fumes.

NOTE: Do not remove or deface warning labels.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in

EXPLOSION HAZARD. Do not operate the laser or drill press in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of

POWER CONNECTIONS

A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the machine to the power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will damage the machine.

Do not expose the machine to rain or operate the machine in damp locations.

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

Your machine is wired for 120/240 V, 60 Hz alternating current. Before connecting the machine to the power source, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.

1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to

reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and

grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify the plug provided – if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with

insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor.

If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor

to a live terminal. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood,

or if in doubt as to whether the machine is properly grounded. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor receptacles that

accept the machine’s plug, as shown in Fig. A. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than

150 volts:

If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A, the

machine will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig. A. A temporary adapter, which looks like

the adapter illustrated in Fig. B, may be used to connect this plug to a matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown

in Fig. B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly

grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending

from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever the

adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal screw.

NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.

In all cases, make certain that the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure,

have a qualified electrician check the receptacle.

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS

GROUNDING BLADE IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES

Fig. A

GROUNDING MEANS

ADAPTER

Fig. B

3. 240 VOLT SINGLE PHASE OPERATION

The motor supplied with your machine is a dual voltage,

120/240 volt motor. It is shipped ready-to-run for 120 volt operation. However, it can be converted for 240 volt operation.

A qualified electrician should do the conversion, or the

machine can be taken to an Authorized DELTA Service Center. When completed, the machine must conform to the National Electric Code and all local codes and ordinances.

The machine is converted by re-wiring the motor for 240

volts, installing a 240 volt plug on the power supply cord and replacing the switch with one that is rated for 240 volt operation.

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS

GROUNDING BLADE IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES

Be sure the 240 volt plug is only used in an outlet having the same configuration as the plug illustrated in Fig. C. No adapter should be used with the 240 volt plug.

In all cases, make certain that the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a

qualified electrician check the receptacle.

Fig. C

EXTENSION CORDS

which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. D-1 or D-2, shows the correct gauge to use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES

Ampere

rating Volts

0-6 120 0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG 0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG

0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG 6-10 120 6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG 6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG 6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG

10-12 120 10-12 120 25-50 16 AWG 10-12 120 50-100 14 AWG 10-12 120 100-150 12 AWG 12-16 120 12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG 12-16 120

Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES

Total

length of

cord in

feet

up to

25 18 AWG

up to

25 18 AWG

up to

25 16 AWG

up to

25 14 AWG

GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED

Gauge of

extension cord

Fig. D-1

Ampere

rating Volts

0-6 240 0-6 240 50-100 16 AWG 0-6 240 100-200 16 AWG

0-6 240 200-300 14 AWG 6-10 240 6-10 240 50-100 16 AWG 6-10 240 100-200 14 AWG 6-10 240 200-300 12 AWG

10-12 240 10-12 240 50-100 16 AWG 10-12 240 100-200 14 AWG 10-12 240 200-300 12 AWG 12-16 240 12-16 240 50-100 12 AWG 12-16 240

Total

length of

cord in

feet

up to

50 18 AWG

up to

50 18 AWG

up to

50 16 AWG

up to

50 14 AWG

GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED

Gauge of

extension cord

Fig. D-2

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

FOREWORD

DELTA Model 17-959L is a 17" floor model drill press. This heavy-duty machine has a 3/4 HP, 120/240V induction motor, 5/8" capacity chuck and key, cast iron table, rack and pinion elevation mechanism, and external depth stop. The 17-959L has a tilting table for angle drilling. Side edges and parallel slots are provided for fast workpiece clamping.

NOTICE: The photo on the manual cover illustrates the current production model. All other illustrations contained in the manual are representative only and may not depict the actual color, labeling, or accessories, and are intended to illustrate technique only.

CARTON CONTENTS

7 8

9 10 11

14 15

1. Drill Press Head

2. Table

3. Table Bracket and Column

4. Light

5. Base

6. Chuck

7. Handle (3)

8. Spindle Adapter

9. Drift Key

10. 5mm Hex Wrench

11. 3mm Hex Wrench

12. Table Raising and Lowering Handle

13. Table Clamp Handle

14. Chuck Key

15. (3) M8 x 1.25 x 125mm carriage head screws, (4) flat washers, (2) lockwashers, and (2) hex nuts (for fastening drill press to a supporting surface)

16. M10 x 1.5 x 40mm Hex Head Screws (4)

17. M6 x 1 x 12mm Hex Cap Head Screw (2)

18. 1/4" Washer

19. Cord Strain Relief

20. Cord Clamp (2)

21. Cord Bushing

22. 12mm Hex Head Bolt

23. Flat Washer

24. Screws (2)

25. Springs (2)

26. Forward tilt levers

27. Laser

28. Laser Alignment Rod

29. 4mm Hex Wrench

30. Hex Head Cap Screws (2)

31. 12mm Hex Wrench (Not Shown)

22 23

UNPACKING AND CLEANING

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the rust-preventative oil from unpainted surfaces using a soft cloth moistened with mineral spirits, paint thinner or denatured alcohol.

NOTICE

thinner for cleaning your machine. Such materials can easily catch fire. After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household floor paste wax.

FIRE HAZARD. Do not use highly volatile solvents such as gasoline, naphtha, acetone or lacquer

ASSEMBLY

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. For your own safety, do not connect the machine to the power source

until the machine is completely assembled and you read and understand the entire instruction manual.

ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED

3mm and 5mm hex wrench (supplied)

10mm, 17mm, 24mm open end or socket wrenches (not supplied)

ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE

Assembly for this machine takes approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour.

1. If you plan to use your drill press in a permanent location, you must secure the drill press base to the supporting surface with fasteners through the three mounting holes (A) Fig. 1 in the drill press base.

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. If you do not fasten your drill press in a permanent manner, you must fasten the drill press to a plywood mounting board to prevent the drill press from tipping over during normal use.

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. Use a good grade of plywood with a minimum 3/4" thickness. Do not make the mounting board from particle board since particle board breaks easily.

2. Use a plywood board base with the minimum

dimensions as shown in Fig. 2 for mounting the drill press base to a supporting surface.

3. Place the drill press base (D) Fig. 3 centered on the

supporting surface (E).

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. Make sure that the plywood extends a minimum of 3" on all four sides of the base as shown in Fig. 3.

4. Drill three 3/8" diameter holes through the holes (A)

Fig. 1 in the drill press base, and in the supporting surface (E) Fig. 3.

NOTE: Place a piece of scrap wood underneath the supporting surface when drilling the through holes so that the drill bit will not damage the material beneath the supporting surface.

5. Fasten the drill press base to the mounting board

using the carriage bolts, flat washers, lockwashers, and hex nuts (C) Fig. 2 furnished with your drill press. Countersink the holes for the carriage bolt heads and flat washers under the board so that the bolt heads are flush with or below the bottom surface of the board. Use a flat washer, lock washer, and hex nut above the drill press base.

28"

MINIMUM

21" MINIMUM

3" MINIMUM

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

3" MINIMUM

Fig. 3

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. You must secure the plywood base to the floor or supporting

surface if the drill press has any tendency to vibrate, slide, or walk during normal operation.

6. Attach the column (A) Fig. 4 to the base (B) using the four M10 x 40mm hex head screws (C), three of which are shown.

7. Attach the table adjusting handle (D) Fig. 5 to the worm gear shaft (E). Tighten the screw (F) against the flat on the shaft with the 3mm wrench supplied.

8. Thread the table clamp handle (G) Fig. 6 in the hole in rear of table bracket.

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

Fig. 6

9. Attach the levers to the underside of the table by turning the screw in the lever clockwise (Fig. 7).

10. Remove both entire lever assemblies (A) Fig. 7 by turning them counter-clockwise. Remove the washers.

11. Lift the table support (B) Fig. 8 from the table (C).

12. Place the flat washer (D) Fig. 9 with the raised side against the 12mm bolt (E).

13. Insert the bolt into the table support, then into the hole in the knuckle (G) Fig. 10. Tighten securely.

14. Align the bolts (H) in the trunnion (J) with the holes in the table support (K).

15. Replace the washers and lever assemblies that were removed in STEP 10. Tighten securely.

NOTE: The bolts in the trunnion are moveable. To make the replacing of the levers easier, insert a  athead screwdriver (L) Fig. 12 in the opening of the trunnion against the bolts to steady them.

Fig. 9

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

Fig. 10

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

ATTACHING THE LASER AND HEADSTOCK TO THE COLUMN

EYE INJURY – LASER LIGHT. Do not stare into the laser beam or aperture or into a reflection

from a mirror-like surface.

1. Use the two socket head cap screws (C) Fig. 13 included in laser packaging and the supplied 4mm hex wrench to attach the front laser housing (A) Fig. 13 to the rear laser housing (B) loosely.

2. Place this laser housing assembly on the drill press column (D) Fig. 14. Rest it on the collar (E) Fig. 14.

3. Place the drill press head (K) Fig. 15A on the column as far as it will go. Align the head (K) Fig. 15A with the table

(L) and the base (M). Tighten the two head-locking screws (N) Fig. 15B with the 5mm wrench supplied.

4. Slide the laser up on the column until you can plug the power wire (F) Fig. 16 into the socket of the laser (G)

Fig. 16.

5. Slide the laser up flush against the headstock.

6. Tighten the screws on the laser just enough to prevent movement.

NOTICE

Overtightening the laser screws can damage the laser.

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

Fig. 15A

Fig. 15B

F G

Fig. 16

INSTALLING THE CHUCK

IMPORTANT: Make certain that the tapered hole in the

bottom of the spindle (T) Fig. 17, and the taper on the spindle adapter (U) are clean and free of grease, lacquer, or rust-preventive coatings. NOTE: Household oven cleaner can effectively remove these coatings from the spindle and spindle adapter. However, carefully follow the manufacturer’s safety rules regarding its use.

Push the spindle adapter (U) Fig. 17 into the spindle (T). making certain that the tang (V) engages the mating slot inside the spindle (T).

RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE. To avoid damage to the laser, prevent the cleaning solution from

coming in contact with the laser pod. You can clean the laser pod with a dry cotton cloth.

IMPORTANT: Make certain the spindle taper (O) Fig. 18,

and tapered hole in chuck (P) are clean and free of any

grease, lacquer, or rust preventive coatings.

NOTE: Household oven cleaner can effectively remove

any substance from the chuck. However, carefully follow

the manufacturer's safety rules concerning its use.

Fig. 17

IMPORTANT: Open the chuck jaws as wide as possible,

making sure that the chuck jaws are inside the chuck.

Hold the chuck on the taper of the spindle. Tap it with

a soft-tip hammer (Q) Fig. 19 or a block of wood and

hammer to set the chuck.

RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE. To avoid damage to the chuck, NEVER drive the chuck on the

spindle with a metal hammer.

ATTACHING THE PINION SHAFT HANDLES

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

Thread the three pinion shaft handles (R) in the three

holes located in the pinion shaft hub (S) Fig. 20.

Fig. 20

ATTACHING THE LAMP CORD BRACKET

1. Align the two holes in the lamp cord bracket (A) Fig. 21, with the two holes (B) on the side of the drill press head.

2. Place the cord bushing (inset) Fig. 21, around the top of the lamp cord.

3. Align the two holes in the lamp cord bracket with the two holes in the cord strain relief bracket and drill press head.

4. Place a 1/4" washer on an M6 x 1 x 12mm cap head screw. Insert the screw through the hole in the cord strain relief bracket and the lamp cord bracket. Thread the screw into the drill press head (Fig. 22). Repeat this process for the remaining hole in the cord strain relief bracket and tighten both screws securely.

Fig. 22

Fig. 21

5. Peel the backing from the cord clamps (H) Fig. 23, and apply the clamps at the locations shown. Make certain that the lamp cord is routed out of the way of the drill, then secure the cord (J) to cord clamp (H) Fig. 23.

Fig. 23

OPERATION

OPERATIONAL CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS

STARTING AND STOPPING THE DRILL PRESS

1. The on/off switches (A and B) Fig. 24 are located on the front of the drill press. To turn the machine “ON”, depress the

“ON” switch.

2. To turn the machine “OFF”, depress the “OFF” switch.

Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in the power cord. In the event of a

power failure, depress the “OFF” switch. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, lock the switch in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use, using a

padlock (A) Fig. 25 with a 3/16" diameter shackle.

Fig. 24 Fig. 25

FLEXIBLE LAMP

The flexible lamp op er ates in de pen dent ly of the drill press. To turn the lamp “ON” and “OFF”, rotate switch (A) Fig. 26.

FIRE HAZARD. To reduce the risk of fire,

use a 40 watt or less, 120 volt, reflector track-type light bulb (not supplied). DO NOT USE a standard house hold light bulb. Do not allow the reflector tracktype light bulb to extend below the lamp shade.

RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any adjustments.

TABLE ADJUSTMENTS

RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Make sure that nothing is on the table and that the workpiece is clamped

down. Falling objects can cause an injury. You can tilt the table forward from zero (0) to 45 degrees. To adjust:

1. Loosen the two forward tilt levers (A) Fig. 27.

2. Adjust the table to your desired angle. The scale (B) Fig. 27 is located on the side of the table support.

3. Tighten the levers (A) Fig. 27.

4. A positive stop (C) Fig. 28 is provided to return the table to the zero position. Adjust this stop by turning the screw/ stop (C), located under the table. Tighten the locknut to secure the stop.

You can tilt the table right or left. Positive stops are included for 0, 45 and 90 degrees. To adjust:

1. Loosen the table bolt (E) Fig. 29 approximately 1/4 turn with the supplied 12mm hex wrench.

2. Pull out the spring-loaded detent pin (F).

3. Rotate the table to your desired angle. The tilt scale (G) Fig. 30 is located on the knuckle behind the table. Use this scale for accuracy. You can allow the detent pin to slide in to the positive stops (0, 45, and 90 degrees), but check your scale to be sure of the exact angle.

4. Tighten the table bolt.

Fig. 26

Fig. 27

Located under table

Fig. 28

E F

Fig. 29

Fig. 30

T-SLOTS

The drill press table is fitted with two T-slots (L) Fig. 31 for use with various drill press accessories (stop blocks, fences, or clamps). Use 5/16" T-bolts when attaching your accessory to the table.

ADJUSTING THE LASERS

Disconnect the machine from the

power source.

LASER LIGHT. Do not stare into the beam, aperture, or into a reflection from a mirror-like surface.

Fig. 31

MAKING THE LASERS PARALLEL

1. Install the alignment pin (A) Fig. 32 in the chuck (B).

Make sure that the pointed end of the alignment pin is down. The black scribed line on the pin should face toward the left laser.

2. Turn on the lasers using the switch (C-inset) Fig. 32

on the front of the headstock.

3. With the supplied hex wrench, remove the two

screws (F) Fig. 33 and the cap (G) above the left side of the laser housing.

4. Loosen the laser retainer screw (H) Fig. 34.

5. Move the laser lever (I) Fig. 34 so that the laser is

shining on the alignment pin. Adjust the lever (I) until the laser is parallel with the black line.

NOTE: You may have to move the laser holder (J) Fig. 33 in order to shine the laser on the alignment pin. Adjust the laser with the lever (I).

6. Tighten the laser retainer screw (H) Fig. 34. Replace

the cap (G) Fig. 33 and loosely tighten the two screws (F).

7. Repeat for the other side.

MAKING THE LASERS INTERSECT

Fig. 32

Fig.33

Fig. 34

1. Place a piece of wood (A) Fig. 35 on the table and clamp it in place.

2. Use the handle (B) to lower the quill (C). Make an indentation in the wood with the alignment pin (D) Fig. 35.

3. Turn on the laser and adjust both beams to intersect at that point by rotating the laser holder (A) Fig. 36.

4. Ensure that the lasers align at different heights. Raise or lower the table, make a new indentation, and turn on the

lasers. If the lasers do not align at different heights, check the parallel adjustment.

5. Tighten the screws on each side of the laser housing, one of which is shown at (F) Fig. 33.

Fig. 35

Fig. 36

SPINDLE SPEEDS

Sixteen spindle speeds are available on the drill press. Fig. 37 illustrates the belt positions and the corresponding speeds.

Fig. 37

CHANGING SPEEDS AND ADJUSTING BELT TENSION

NOTE: Sixteen spindle speeds are available on the drill press. A belt-positioning speed chart is located on the inside top

cover of the drill press.

DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE!

1. Open the top cover.

2. Loosen the lock-knob (A) Fig. 38 and the tension knob (located on the other side of the head casting). Move the tension lever (B) forward.

3. Position both belts (C) Fig. 38 on the spindle pulley, center pulley, and motor pulleys according to the chart.

4. Move the tension lever (B) Fig. 39 to the rear to tension the belts.

NOTE: The belt should be just tight enough to prevent slipping. Excessive tension will reduce the life of the belt, pulleys, and bearings. Tension is correct when you can flex the belt about 1" out of line, midway between the pulleys, using light finger pressure.

5. Tighten the two tension lock knobs (A), one of which is shown.

Fig. 38

Fig. 39

DRILLING HOLES TO DEPTH

When you want to drill a number of holes to the same depth, use the stop nut (A) Fig. 40 on the threaded stop rod (B).

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

1. Insert the bit into the chuck.

2. Lower the chuck (G) Fig. 40, and the drill bit to your chosen depth by rotating the pinion shaft handles (C). Lock the quill in position by tightening the quill locking lever (D).

NOTE: The quill locking lever (D) is spring-loaded. Change it by pulling out on the handle and repositioning the hub of the handle on the nut located underneath the hub.

3. Depress the spring-loaded button (E) Fig. 40 and move the stop nut (A) until the bottom of the nut contacts the stop (F). Loosen the quill locking-lever (D) to allow the chuck and drill bit to return to the up position.

4. Connect the machine to the power source and drill a test hole to check the adjustment. Readjust, if necessary, by rotating the stop nut (A) Fig. 40 for fine adjustment. You do not have to depress the button (E) to rotate the stop nut (A).

Fig. 40

ADJUSTING THE SPINDLE RETURN SPRING

The spindle will automatically return slowly to its upper position when the handle is released. However, to adjust, if necessary:

DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE!

1. Loosen the nuts (B) Fig. 41, but do not remove. Make sure that the spring housing (A) remains engaged with head casting (C).

2. While firmly holding the spring housing (Fig. 42), pull out the housing and rotate it (counter-clockwise to increase or clockwise to decrease) until the boss (D) is engaged with the next notch on the housing. Tighten the two nuts (B) Fig. 41 to hold the housing in place.

IMPORTANT: The inside nut (E) Fig. 42 should not contact the spring housing (A) Fig. 41.

Fig. 41

Fig. 42

AISING AND LOWERING THE SPINDLE

Raise and lower the spindle with the pinion handles (A) Fig. 43. You can lock the quill at any point in its travel by tightening locking lever (B).

NOTE: The quill locking lever (B) is spring-loaded. Pull

outward on handle and reposition it on its hub (C).

Fig. 43

MACHINE USE

NOTE: Use drill bits with shank diameters of 5/8" or less.

NOTE: After installing a drill bit, use the supplied key to tighten all three locations on the chuck.

The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by DELTA may result in risk of injury.

IMPORTANT: When the workpiece (A) Fig. 44 is long

enough, position it on the table with one end against the left side of the column (B) to prevent the workpiece from rotating. If it is not possible to support the workpiece against the column, clamp the workpiece to the table.

Fig. 44

INSTALLING AND REMOVING DRILL BITS

NOTE: Use drill bits with a shank of 5/8" or less in diameter.

DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE!

1. Insert the smooth end of drill bit (A) Fig. 45 in the chuck (B) as far as it will go, and then back the bit out 1/16" (or up to the flutes for small bits).

2. Center the drill bit (A) Fig. 45 in the chuck (B) before tightening the chuck with the key (C).

3. Turn the chuck key (C) Fig. 45 clockwise to tighten and counter-clockwise to loosen the chuck jaws.

4. Tighten all three chuck jaws to secure the drill bit sufficiently to prevent slipping.

5. Remove the chuck key (C) Fig. 45 from the chuck before starting the drill press. The chuck key (C) is equipped with a self-ejecting pin (D) which helps minimize the potential for the key to be left in the chuck.

Fig. 45

CORRECT DRILLING SPEEDS

Factors that determine the correct speed are 1) the workpiece, 2) the size of the hole, 3) the type of bit or other cutter, and 4) the quality of cut.

Use the recommended speed for the the drill press bit and workpiece.

DRILLING WOOD

Twist drills, usually intended for metal drilling, can also be used for boring holes in wood. However, machine spur bits are generally preferred for working in wood. These bits cut a flat-bottom hole and are designed for removal of wood chips. Do not use hand bits (screw tip). At drill press speeds, they lift and rotate the workpiece.

For through boring, align the workpiece so that the bit will go through the center hole in the table. Scribe a vertical line on the front of the column and a matching mark on the table bracket and the drill press head, so that the table and drill press head can be clamped in the center position at any height.

Feed the workpiece slowly when the bit is close to cutting through the wood to prevent splintering the bottom face. Use a scrap piece of wood as a base block under the work to reduce splintering and to protect the point of the bit.

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