Harbor Freight Tools 38144 User Manual

38144

®

16-Speed Drill Press

Assembly and Operating Instructions

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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Copyright 1998 by Harbor Freight T ools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this
manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight T ools.

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

THANK Y OU for choosing a Harbor Freights Tool product! For future reference, please complete the

owner’s record below:

Model: _________________ Serial No: __________________________ Purchase Date: ______________

SAVE THE RECEIPT, WARRANTY CARD AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS. It is important that you read the entire

manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you begin assembly.

Technical Specifications

SKU: 38144
Model: 13 inch Drill Press-16 Speed, Floor Model
Power Source: 120V, 60HZ, Single-Phase,
Speeds: Sixteen (16) speeds ranging from 220 to 3600 RPMs
Drill Chuck Capacity: 7/64” to 5/8”
Spindle Stroke: 3-1/8”
Swing: 13-1/2”
Column Diameter: 2-57/64”
T able T ype: 11-1/2” square-dr y table that rotates 360 degrees and tilts 0-45 degrees in one-degree increments.
T able T-Slot Dimensions: 1/2”
Overall Height: 62-7/8”

Unpacking

Unpack and check contents. Make sure you have all parts described in the Parts Lists and Figure 1 on page 3.
Remove all preservative lubricants from parts with a clean dry cloth.
Some of the parts are heavy and may require two people for lifting.
If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353. The shipping box should contain:
A. Table Assembly F. Head Assembly

B. Arm G. One (1) box of loose parts
C. Instruction manual and warranty card
D. One Bag of Parts J. Column Assembly
E. Base

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Figure 1

Spindle
Belt is M24

Figure 2

Motor
Belt is M25

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Work Area

TO AVOID RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, FIRE AND SHOCK, MAKE SURE YOUR WORK AREA IS:

Free of damp, wet or rainy conditions
Free of flammable gasses or liquids
Childproof - use padlocks, master switches and remove starter keys when not in use.
Well-lit
Clean and uncluttered
Well-ventilated

The Operator

COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION ARE FA CTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO ANY PRODUCT. THESE FACTORS MUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR.
PLEASE REMEMBER:

Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes or radiators.
Stay alert. Never operate equipment if you are tired.

Do not operate the product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions to

determine if your judgment/reflexes might be impaired.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
Non-skid footwear is recommended.
Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
Use eye and ear protection. Always wear:

ANSI-approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists.
A full face shield if you are producing metal or wood filings.
Ear protectors

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Do not reach over or across running machines.
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging it in.

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Before Operating

√ Know the machine. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific

potential hazards.

√ Check for damage. If part of the machine is damaged, it should be carefully

inspected to ensure that it can perform its intended function correctly. If
in doubt, the part should be replaced.

√ Be sure the switch is OFF before plugging in.
√ Before starting machine check to ensure that all chuck keys, spanners and wrenches

are removed from the machine.

√ Make sure guards are in place and working order.
√ Make sure tool has been cleaned and properly lubricated.
√ Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should

be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function.

√ Check for alignment and binding of all moving parts, broken parts or mounting

fixtures and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician.

√ Do not use the tool if any switch does not turn off and on properly.

Operation

√ This drill press is designed for use with DRILL BITS and MORTISING ATTACHMENTS only. The use of other cutting tools or

accessories could be hazardous.

√ Always use clamps, or a drill vise bolted to the table, to hold the work. It should

never be held in place by just your hand.

√ Never force the tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. It

is designed to do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it
was intended.

√ Always unplug the cord by the plug. Never yank the cord out of the wall.
√ Always turn off the machine before unplugging.
√ With normal use, the motor housing may get hot.
√ Make all adjustments to the machine with the power OFF.
√ Never stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine is tipped

over.

√ Always use the correct drilling speeds for the drill size and the type of material

being drilled

√ Never leave the drill unattended while it is running.
√ When turning off the machine, never leave unit it has come to a complete stop.
√ Never hold material to be drilled with your bare hands. Damage to the machine may

also occur if the flung material strikes the column.

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