Delta DP115 User guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

8" Drill Press

(Model DP115)

PART NO. 906580 - 07-01-02

Copyright © 2002 Delta Machinery

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For Parts, Service, Warranty or other Assistance,
please call

1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there
are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will
considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored,
personal injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards,
goggles, dust masks and hearing protection can reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard won’t make
up for poor judgment, carelessness or inattention. Always use common sense

and exercise caution in the workshop.

If a procedure feels dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your
personal safety is your responsibility.

This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not
be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative
to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should
be performed on the product.

Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305

(IN CANADA: 505 SOUTHGATE DRIVE, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY

1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION

MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the

tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific
hazards peculiar to it.

2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.

Wear safety
glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust
mask if cutting operation is dusty. These safety glasses
must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements. NOTE:
Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.

4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form

habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it “on”.

5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and

benches invite accidents.

6. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t

use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well-lighted.

7. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children

and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks,

master switches, or by removing starter keys.

9. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be

safer at the rate for which it was designed.

10. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to
do a job for which it was not designed.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in
moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.

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

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

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.

16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta
may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.

17. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in
power cord.

In the event of a power failure, move switch

to the “OFF” position.

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

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

20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or
cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only.

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

22.

STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND
USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER
TOOL. DO NOT USE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER
THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR
MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while operating

power tools may result in serious personal injury.

23. MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM
POWER SUPPLY while motor is being mounted,
connected or reconnected.

24. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood
products can be injurious to your health. Always operate
machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper
dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever
possible.

25.

WARNING: SOME DUST CREATED BY
POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING,
AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains

chemicals known 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.
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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR

DRILL PRESSES

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them often

and use them to instruct others

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1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL it is assembled
and installed according to the instructions.

2. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor,
or another qualified person if you are not familiar
with the operation of this tool.

3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
electrical connections.

4. NEVER START THE MACHINE BEFORE CLEARING
THE TABLE of all objects (tools, scrap pieces, etc.).

5. NEVER START THE MACHINE with the drill bit,

cutting tool, or sander against the workpiece.

6. TIGHTEN ALL LOCK HANDLES before starting the

machine.

7. USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS,

SANDING DRUMS, OR OTHER ACCESSORIES

that have shanks of 1/2" in diameter or less.

8. USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS, OR

SANDING DRUMS that are not damaged.

9. PROPERLY LOCK DRILL BIT, CUTTING TOOL,

OR SANDING DRUM IN THE CHUCK before
operating this machine.

10. USE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS for all operations.

11. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause a
hand to move into the cutting tool.

12. KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from

the cutting tool.

13. HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY AGAINST THE

TABLE. Do not attempt to drill a workpiece that
does not have a flat surface against the table.
Prevent the workpiece from rotating by clamping it
to the table or by securing it against the drill press
column.

14. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND WAIT FOR THE

DRILL BIT, CUTTING TOOL, OR SANDER 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 sander can be dangerous.

15 PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE

workpieces.

16. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY, or set-

up work on the table/work area when the machine is
running.

17 TURN THE TOOL “OFF”, disconnect the tool from

the power source before installing or removing
accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups,
or when making repairs.

18. DISCONNECT THE TOOL from the power source,

and clean the table/work area before leaving the
tool. LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION
to prevent unauthorized use.

19. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe

and proper operation of this tool is available from the
Power Tool Institute, 1300 Summer Avenue,
Cleveland, OH 44115-2851. Information is also
available from the National Safety Council, 1121
Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please
also 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.

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

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Fig. A Fig. B

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

CURRENT

CARRYING

PRONGS

GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

GROUNDING

MEANS

ADAPTER

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.

WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE

RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY
GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HAVE A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.

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 equipment­grounding 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 equipment­grounding 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.

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 3­prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the
motor 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 motor.

WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

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

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK.

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

EXTENSION CORDS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FOREWORD

Delta ShopMaster Model DP115 is a 8" bench drill press with a 1/4 H.P. motor. The Delta ShopMaster Model DP115 can
handle most types of drill press operations.

UNPACKING AND CLEANING

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from
all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone,
gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household
floor paste wax.

NOTICE: THE MANUAL COVER PHOTO ILLUSTRATES THE CURRENT

PRODUCTION MODEL. ALL OTHER ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVE

ONLY AND MAY NOT DEPICT THE ACTUAL COLOR, LABELING OR

ACCESSORIES AND MAY BE INTENDED TO ILLUSTRATE TECHNIQUE ONLY.

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Fig. D

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES

Ampere Total Length Gauge of

Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord

0-6 120

up to

25 18 AWG
0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG
0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG
0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG

6-10 120

up to

25 18 AWG
6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG
6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG
6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG

10-12 120

up to

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

12-16 120

up to

25 14 AWG
12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG
12-16 120

GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED