Global Machinery Company LDP13B12 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

• Melbourne • Perth • Auckland • Hong Kong • Shanghai

• Taipei • New York • Verona • London • Paris

1/2 HP 12 Speed
Drill Press

with Laser Line Generator*

* Patent Pending

LDP13B

040 61 4 ED3 J J

Contents

Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete
satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass
manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our
required level of performance and you may need the
assistance of our service department.

This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home
domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If
found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the
tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced
free of charge with another of the same item. A small
freight charge may apply.

The warranty replacement unit is only made available by
returning the tool to the place of purchase with a
confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential.
We reserve the right to reject any claim where the
purchase cannot be verified.

This warranty does not include damage or defects to the
tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents,
alterations or commercial or business use.

It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the
tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place

.
Conditions apply to the above warranty.
If you need direction of what constitutes a free of

charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on
the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as
to the types of claim that are permissible, and those
that are not.

Warranty 2
Introduction 3
Environmental protection 3
Description of symbols 3
Specifications 3
Safety rules for laser lights 4
General safety instructions 4
Additional safety rules for drill presses 6
Unpacking 7
Required tools 7
Assembly time 7
Accessories 8
Know your product 9
Assembly 10
Adjustments 11
Adjusting the table height 11
Adjusting the table angle 11
Extension tables 12
Tool storage drawer 12
Installing and removing drill bits 12
Setting the drilling depth 12
Changing the speed 13
Turning on and off 14
Turning on the REDEYE® laser line generator 14
Adjusting the laser 14
Operation 14
Wood drilling 15
Metal drilling 15
Maintenance 15
Cleaning 15
General inspection 15
Repairs 15
Troubleshooting 16

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Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information,
please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.
Phone [phone] in Australia or 0800 445 721 in
New Zealand.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent
GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance
criteria.

You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,
and, with proper care, it will give you many years of
dependable service

.

Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings

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Your GMC power tool has many features that will make
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain
and operate

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Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of
disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses
and packaging should be sorted, taken to
the local recycling centre and disposed of
in an environmentally safe way.

Symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These
represent important information about the product or
instructions on its use.

Wear hearing protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear breathing protection.

Conforms to EMC regulations.

Specifications

Nominal voltage: 230–240Vac ~ 50Hz
Power: 375W
Chuck capacity: 13mm
Chuck type: Keyless
Spindle axis to column distance: 125mm
Maximum spindle travel: 60mm
Speed ranges: 230, 330, 370, 460,

530, 580, 1030,
1160, 1280, 1600,

1790, 2470 RPM
Laser class: 1
Laser wavelength: 650nm
Laser output power: ≤1Mw

Warnings.

It may be more difficult to see the laser line in conditions
of bright sunshine and on certain surfaces.

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Safety rules for laser lights

LASER LIGHT. LASER RADIATION

Do not stare into beam.

Only turn laser beam on when tool

is on work piece. Class 1 laser product

The laser light/laser radiation used in the GMC REDEYE®
system is Class 1 with maximum 1mW power and 650nm
wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present an
optical hazard, although staring at the beam may cause
flash blindness.

Warning. Do not stare directly at the laser beam. A

hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam,
please observe all safety rules as follows;

• The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance

with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Never aim the beam at any person or an object other

than the work piece.

• The laser beam shall not be deliberately aimed at

personnel and shall be prevented from being directed
towards the eye of a person for longer than 0.25s.

• Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy work

piece without reflective surfaces. i.e. wood or rough
coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective
sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as
the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the
operator.

• Do not change the laser light assembly with a different

type. Repairs must only be carried out by the laser
manufacturer or an authorised agent.

Caution. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of

procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.

Please refer to the relevant Australian standards, AS 2397
and AS/NZS2211 for more information on Lasers.

General safety instructions

To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its potential
hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this
tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they
are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is
also imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.

Warning. When using power tools, basic safety

precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.

1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work

areas and benches invite accidents and injury.

2. Consider the environment in which you are working.

Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations.
Keep the work area well lit. Do not expose power tools
to rain. Do not use power tools in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.

3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors

and onlookers, especially children and infirm persons,
should be kept well away from where you are working.
Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the
tool or extension cord.

4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be

locked up out of reach.

5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job

better and safer working at the rate for which it was
designed.

6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small

tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.

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7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a
protective hair covering.

8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs

should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also
required if the sanding operation creates dust.

9. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord to

disconnect the tool from the power point. Keep the
cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

10. Secure the work piece. Use clamps or a vice to hold

the work piece. It is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate the tool.

11. Do not overreach. Keep your footing secure and

balanced at all times.

12. Look after your tools. Keep tools sharp and clean for

better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
regarding lubrication and accessory changes. Inspect
tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.

13. Disconnect idle tools. Switch off the power and

disconnect the plug from the power point before
servicing, when changing accessories and when the
tool is not in use.

14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check to see

that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
the tool before switching on.

15. Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the

switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the
tool to the power supply. Do not carry a plugged in
tool with your finger on the switch.

16. Use outdoor rated extension cords. When a tool

is used outdoors, use only extension cords that are
intended for outdoor use and are so marked.

17. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate a power tool when you are tired.

18. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool,

check that there are no damaged parts. If a part is
slightly damaged, carefully determine if it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, proper mounting and any other
conditions that may affect the operation of the tool.
A part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorised service facility, unless
otherwise indicated in this Instruction Manual.
Defective switches must be replaced by an authorised
service facility. Do not use a tool if the switch does
not turn the tool on and off correctly.

19. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact

with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators,
cookers and refrigerator enclosures.

20. Use only approved parts. When servicing, use only

identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service
facility to fit replacement parts.

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Additional safety rules for drill presses

Warning. For your own safety, do not try to use your drill

press or plug it in until it is completely assembled and
installed according to the instructions and until you have
read and understood the following:

1. Your drill press must be bolted securely to a workbench.

In addition, if there is any tendency for your drill press
to move during certain operations, bolt the workbench
to the floor.

2. This drill press is intended for use in dry conditions and

indoor use only.

3. Always wear safety goggles which comply to a

recognised standard. Use a face or dust mask along
with safety goggles if the drilling operation is dusty.
Use ear protectors, especially during extended periods
of operation.

4. Do not try to drill material too small to be securely

held. Do not drill material that does not have a flat
surface unless it is clamped securely.

5. Always keep hands out of the path of the drill bit.

Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip
could cause your hand to move into the drill bit.

6. Do not install or use any drill bit that exceeds 175mm

(7 inches) in length or extends more than 150mm (6
inches) below the chuck jaws. They can suddenly bend
outwards or break.

7. Do not use wire wheels, router bits, shaper cutters,

circle (fly) cutters or rotary planers on this drill press.

8. When cutting a large piece of material make sure it is

fully supported at the table height.

9. Do not perform any operation freehand. Always hold the

workpiece firmly against the table so it will not rock or
twist. Use clamps or a vise for unstable workpieces.

10. Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the

part of the workpiece to be drilled.

11. Whenever possible, position the workpiece to contact

the left side of the column; if it is too short or the
table is tilted, clamp solidly to the table.

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

13. Set the drill press to a speed appropriate to the job.

14. Do not start the drill press while the drill bit is
touching the workpiece.

15. When using a drill press vise, always fasten it to the
table.

16. Make sure all clamps and locks are firmly tightened
before drilling.

17. Securely lock the head and table support to the
column, and the table to the table support before
operating your drill press.

18. Never turn your drill press on before clearing the table
of all objects (tools, scraps of wood etc.)

19. Before starting the operation, jog the motor switch to
make sure the drill bit does not wobble or vibrate.

20. Let the spindle reach full speed before starting to
drill. If your drill press makes an unfamiliar noise or
if it vibrated excessively, stop immediately, turn the
drill press off and unplug it. Do not restart until the
problem is corrected.

21. Do not perform layout assembly or setup work on the
table while the drill press is in operation.

22. Do not exceed the rpm stated on the bit or accessory.
See the instructions that come with the accessory.

23. When drilling large diameter holes, clamp the
workpiece firmly to the table. Otherwise, the bit may
grab and spin the workpiece at high speed. Do not use
fly cutters or multiple-part cutters, as they can come
apart or become unbalanced in use.

24. Make sure the spindle has come to a complete stop
before touching the workpiece.

25. To avoid injury from accidental starting, always
turn the switch off and unplug the drill press before
installing or removing any accessory attachment or
making any adjustment.

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