Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of
our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any
of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or
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perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET
your area call 1-800-274-6848.
MORE INFORMATION
Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with
your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit waltermeier.com.
WARRANTY
JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duratio n based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW =
Woodworking).
WHAT IS COVERED?
This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the e xceptions stated below. Cutting tools,
abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage.
WHO IS COVERED?
This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product.
WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE?
The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking (WW) products used for commercial, industrial or educational
purposes. Woodworking products with Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial, industrial or education
purposes revert to a One Year Warranty. This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse,
abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair or alterations, or lack of maintenance.
HOW TO GET SERVICE
The product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to a location designated by us. For the name
of the location nearest you, please call 1-800-274-6848.
You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the
merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchase price,
at our option. We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that
there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will,
at your direction, dispose of or return the product. In the event you choose to have the product returned, you will be
responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return.
HOW STATE LAW APPLIES
This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY
WALTER MEIER (MANUFACTURING) INC., LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME ST ATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
WALTER MEIER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR
FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF
OUR PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Walter Meier sells through distributors only. The specifications in Walter Meier catalogs are given as general
information and are not binding. Members of Walter Meier reserve the right to effect at any time, without prior notice,
those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason
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whatsoever. JET
branded products are not sold in Canada by Walter Meier.
tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in
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Table of Contents
Warranty and Service.......................................................................................................................... 2
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................... 3
Warn in g ............................................................................................................................................. 4
Machinery General Safety Warnings .................................................................................................... 4
General Electrical Cautions ................................................................................................................. 5
Saf ety Instructions fo r Drill Pr es s e s ...................................................................................................... 6
In trodu ction ........................................................................................................................................ 6
General Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 7
Hole centers in Base (all models) .....................................................................................................7
Operation a nd Set-Up ......................................................................................................................... 8
Securing the Base ...........................................................................................................................8
Raising the Drill Head and Table ......................................................................................................9
Electrical Connect io n .......................................................................................................................... 9
Manual Speed Control (Models J- 2221VS a nd J-2223VS)................................................................ 10
Inverter Speed Control (Models J- 2232AC a nd J-2234A C) ............................................................... 10
Depth Indicator — All Models ......................................................................................................... 11
Mai nten ance .................................................................................................................................... 11
Replacement of Drive Belt.............................................................................................................. 11
Replacement of Motor ................................................................................................................... 12
Lu bri cati on ....................................................................................................................................... 12
Adju s tmen ts ..................................................................................................................................... 13
Coolant System Installation ............................................................................................................ 15
Replacement Parts ........................................................................................................................... 16
Drill Head – Manual Speed Co ntrol (J- 2221VS and J-2223VS) ......................................................... 17
Parts List: Drill Head – Manual Speed Control ( J- 2221VS a nd J-2223VS) ........................................ 18
Drill Head – I nverter Speed Control (J-2232AC a nd J-2234A C) ........................................................ 20
Parts List: Drill Head – Inverter Speed Control (J-2232AC and J-2234AC) ....................................... 21
Spindle Components ( All Models) ................................................................................................... 23
Parts List: Spindle Components (All Models) .................................................................................. 23
Table and Base (All Models) .......................................................................................................... 25
Parts List: Table and Base (All Models)........................................................................................... 26
Wiring Diagram – Models J-2221VS a nd J-2223VS ......................................................................... 28
Wiring Diagram – Models J-2232AC a nd J-2234AC ......................................................................... 29
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Warning
- Misuse of this machine can cause serious
injury.
- For safety, machine must be set up, used and
serviced properly.
- Read, understand and follow instructions in
the Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
which was shipped with your machine.
When setting up mac h ine :
- Always avoid using machine in damp or
poorly lighted work ar eas.
- Always be sure the machine support is
securely anchored to the floor or the work
bench.
When using machine:
- Always wear safety glasses with side shields
(See ANSI Z87.1)
- Never w ear loose clothing or jewelry.
- Never overreach—you may sl ip a nd fall.
When servicing machine:
- Always disconnect the machine from its
electrical s upply while servicing.
- Always follow instructions in Operating
Instructions and Parts Manual when changing
accessory t ools or parts.
- Never modify t he machi ne without co nsult ing
Walter M eier (Manufacturi ng) Inc.
You—the stationary power tool user—hold
the key to safet y.
Read and follow these simple rules for best
results and full benefits from your machine.
Used properly, JET machinery is among the
best in design and safety. However, any
machine used improperly can be rendered
inefficient and unsafe. I t is absolutely ma ndat or y
that those who use our products be properly
trained in how to use them correctly. They
should read and understand the Operating
Instructions and Parts Manual as well as all
labels affixed to t he mac hine. Fa il ure in fol low i ng
all of these warnings can cause serious inj uries.
Machinery General Safety Warnings
1. Always wear protective eye wear when
operating machinery. Eye wear shall be
impact resistant, protective safety glasses
with side shields which comply with ANSI
Z87.1 specificat ions. Use of eye w ear which
does not comply with ANSI Z87.1
specifications could result in severe injury
from breakage of eye protec t ion.
2. Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing or
jewelry which can get caught in moving
parts. Rubber soled footwear is recommended for best f ooting.
3. Do not overreach. Failure to ma intain proper
working position can cause you to fall into
the machine or cause your clothing to get
caught, pulling yo u into the machine.
4. Keep guards in place and i n proper worki ng
order. Do not operate the machine with
guards removed.
5. Avoid dangero us wor king environments. Do
not use stationary machine tools in wet or
damp locatio ns. Keep work areas clean and
we ll lit.
6. Avoid accidental starts by being sure the
start switch is “OFF” bef ore plugging i n t he
machine.
7. Never leave the machine running while
unattended. Machine shall be shut off
whenever it is not in operation.
8. Disconnect electrical power bef or e s er vicing.
Whenever c ha nging accessor ies or ge neral
maintenance is done on the machine,
electrical power to the machine must be
disconnected befor e work is done.
9. Maintain a ll mac hine t ools wit h care. F ollow
all maintenance instructions for lubricating
and the changing of access or ies. No attempt
shall be made to modify or have makeshift
repairs done to the machine. This not only
voids the warranty but also renders the
machine unsafe.
10. Machinery m ust be anchored to t he floor.
11. Sec ure wor k. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work, when practical. It is safer than using
your hands and it frees both hands to
operate t he machine.
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12. Never br ush away chips w hile the mac hine
is in operation.
17. Keep hands i n sight and clear of a ll movi ng
parts and cutting surfaces .
13. Keep wor k ar ea clean. Clutt er ed ar eas invite
accidents.
14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
before t urning machine on.
15. Use the right tool. Don’t force a tool or
attachment to do a job for which it w as not
designed.
16. Use only recommended accessories and
follo w man ufa cturer ’s i nst ructio ns pert aini ng
to them.
Familiarize yours elf with the f ollow ing saf et y not ices used in t his manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result i n minor injury and/or
possible machine damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result i n serio us or even fatal
injury.
18. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance
from the work area. Make workshop
completely safe by using padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
19. Know the tool you are using — its
application, limitations, and potential
hazard s.
Ge neral Electrical C autions
This drill press should be grounded i n accordance with t he National Electrical Code a nd local codes and
ordinances. T his work should be do ne by a qualified e lectrician. T he saw should be gro unded to prot ect
the us er f r om electr ical shock.
Wi re sizes
Caution: For circ uits which are far aw ay from the electrical service box, the wire si ze must be i ncreased
in order to deliver ample voltage to the motor. To minimize power losses and to prevent motor
overheating a nd burnout, t he use of wir e sizes for branch circuits or electrical extens ion cords accordi ng
to the following table is recommended.
1. All work shall be secured using either
clamps or a vise to t he drill press table. It is
unsafe to use your hands to hold any
workpiece being drilled.
2. Drill press head and table shall be securely
locked to the column before operating the
drill press. This must always be checked
prior to starting the machine.
3. Always use the correct tooling. Tooling shall
always be maintained and properly
sharpened. All tooling must be run at the
proper speeds and feeds as they apply to
the job. Use only r ecom me nded acces sor ies
and follow t hose manufact urer’s i nstructio ns
pertaining to them. Tooling shall not be
forced in to any work piece but fed
according to the proper specifications.
Failure to follow these instructions will not
only ruin the tooli ng as well as the machine,
but can cause serious injury.
4. Never brush away any chips while the
machine is i n operation. All clean up should
be done when the machine is stopped.
A B C D E
5. Keep hands in sight. Do not put hands or
fingers around, on, or below any rotating
cutting tools. Leather safety gloves should
be used when handling any shar p object s or
cutting tools. See Figure A.
6. Always wear protective eye wear when
operating, ser vici ng or ad justing machi nery.
Eyewear shall be impact resistant, protective
safety glasses with side shields complying
with ANSI Z87.1 specifications. Use of eye
wear which does not comply with ANSI
Z87.1 specifications could result in severe
injury from breakage of eye protection.
Figure B.
7. When drill ing in material w hich causes d ust,
a dust mask shall be worn. See Figure C.
8. Avoid contact with coolant, especially
guarding the eyes.
9. Non-slip footwear and safety shoes are
recommended. See Fig ure D.
10. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during
extended periods of operation. See Figure
E.
Introduction
This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., covering the safe operation and
maintenance pr ocedures for a JET 20-inch Variable S peed Drill Pres s. This manual contains instructions
on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts
breakdown. T his mac hine has been designed and constructed to provide years of tr ouble fr ee oper ation if
used in accor dance with i nstructio ns s et forth i n t his ma nual. If there are any questio ns or co mments,
please contact eit her your local supplier or Walter Meier. Walter Meier can also be reached at our web
site: www.waltermeier.com.
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General Specifications
The JET 20-inch Variable Speed Dri ll presses M odels J- 2221VS, J- 2223VS, J - 2232AC a nd J-2234AC are
available in manual speed control or inverter speed c ontrol co nfig uratio n. Electr ical power opt ions are
single-phase, 115 a nd 220 volts; or 3- phase, 440 volts.
Manual Speed Control Models Inverter Speed Control Models
Model ...................................................... J-2221VS ..................J-2223VS..................... J-2232AC ................. J-2234AC
Stock Number ............................................. 354221 ......................354223......................... 354214 ......................354216
Drilling Capacity:
Cast Iron (in.) .............................................. 1-1/4 ......................... 1-1/4............................. 1-1/2 ......................... 1-1/2
Overall Size (in.) .....................................26 x 19 ...................... 26 x 19..........................26 x 19 ...................... 26 x 19
Working Surface (in.) ............... 15-1/4 x 12-1/16 ....... 15-1/4 x 12-1/16........... 15-1/4 x 12-1/16 ....... 15-1/4 x 12-1/16
The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of continuous
improvement, Walter Meier reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without
incurring obligations.
Hol e cen t ers in Base (al l models)
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The JET Model J-2221VS and J-2223VS drill
presses feature manual speed control. Models
J-2232AC and J-2234AC have inverter speed
control. This manual contains procedures for
both speed control versions. The manual
provides separat e instructions when diff erences
in operatio n and maintenance exist.
Refer to Figures 1 and 2 for key features of the
drill p ress.
Operation and S et-Up
Securing the Base
The base of the drill press has four mounting
slots; two s lots on both sides of the base. The
drill pre s s shou ld b e le vel an d r e s t sol id ly on the
floor. Place shims under the fo ur mount ing slots
in the base as nee ded t o level the drill press.
When securing the base to t he floor, apply even
torque to the fasteners to prevent distortion of
the base.
Figure 1 Figure 2
Drill Press Features Drill Press Features
(Manual Speed Control M odel) (Inverter Speed Control M odel )
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Raising the Drill Head and Table
The dr ill pr ess is s hipped with the t able and drill
head supported by wooden blocks near the
bottom of the column.
The head is raised to the operating position
using a strap and hoist, then secured to the
column by tightening the hex cap screw. The
table is raised t o the desired posit ion using the
crank handle. See Adjustments section for more
information.
Electrical Connection
Electrical connections must
be made by a qualified electrician in
compliance with all relevant codes. This
machine must be prop erly grounded t o help
prevent electrical shock and possible fatal
injury.
To w ire the drill pres s with inverter c o ntrol:
If using a power cord, strip back the cord until
about 3 to 4 inches of the lead wires are
exposed. Slide a grommet onto the cord to be
installed later in the control bo x hole, to pr event
stress to the power cord.
1. Bri ng the lead wires through the hole in the
side of the control box and connect as
follows (refer to Figure 3a):
2. If your incoming power is single phase,
connect t he t w o leads to L1 a nd L2, and t he
green ground wire to the grounding screw.
Refer to the Wiring Diagram section for wiring
information.
The Drill Press is not supplied with a power
cord. To connect pow er , y ou may either i nstall a
power cord with a UL/CSA listed plug, or hard
wire t he machine directly to a service panel.
If t he drill press is to be har d-wired to a pa nel,
make sure a disconnect is available for the
operator. (During hard-wiring of the machine,
make sure t he fuses have bee n remo ved or t he
breakers have been tripped in the circuit to
which the dri ll p ress will be connect e d .)
Manual control models: Model J-2221VS (1Phase) is pre-wired for 110 volts. Model J2223VS (3-Phase) is pre- w ir ed f or 220 volts.
NOTE: I f r ewiring the J-2221 VS or J-2223VS for
alternate voltage, you must reconnect the wire
on the LED display accordingly (Figure 3), in
addition to changing the motor leads.
Figure 3
Inverter control models: Model J-2232AC (3Phase) is pre-wired for 220 volt only. The
machine ca n also be r un o n 1-Phase power by
hooking up the ground, L1 and L2 wires, as
explained below.
Model J-2234AC (3-P hase) is pre- wired for 440 volt only.
L1 L2 L3
Grounding
Screw
Figure 3a
3. If your incoming power is three phase,
connect the three leads to L1, L2 and L3,
and the gree n ground w ire to t he gro unding
screw.
This drill press must be properly grounded.
Make sure the gree n ground wire is secured to
the grounding screw as desc r ibed.
Make sure the power available matches the
power r equireme nt of t he drill. W hen t he dr ill is
connected proper ly, the spindle t urns c lockw ise
in a conventional drilling rotation. If the spindle
does not turn clockw ise, disconnect the drill from
the power supply and reverse two of the three
power leads ( except ground wire green).
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Operating Controls
Manual Speed Control (Models J-2221VS and J-2223VS)
Refer to Figur e 4.
Spindle Selector Sw itch
A three-position selector switch is provided at
the left side of t he drill head. I t is used to select
spindle rotation: reverse (REV), off (OFF), and
forward (FWD).
Speed Contro l Hand Whee l
To avoid damage to the
speed adjustment mechanism, the drive
motor must be operating before attempting
to adjust the speed set t ing.
A speed co ntr ol hand wheel is pro vided on the
left front of the head (Figure 4). The handle is
turned clockwise to i ncrease spi ndle speed a nd
counterclockwise to reduce speed. To set the
speed, the speed control handle is turned until
the pointer on the front panel is at the desired
speed.
Speed Indicator
In vert er S peed Con t rol (Models J-2232A C and J- 2234AC)
Speed Shift Lever
To avoid damage to the
speed adjustment mechanism, the drive
motor must be operating before attempting
to adjust the speed set t ing.
A speed shift lever is on the right side of the
head (refer to Figure 2 f or locati on). T he handl e
is turned clockwise to increase spindle speed
and counterclockwise to r educe speed.
Front Panel
The front panel (Figure 5) is mounted on the
fr ont of t he drill head. The panel conta ins all the
controls required to operate the drill press.
There are additional controls on the inverter
mounted on the left side of the drill head. The
inverter is pre-programmed at the factory and
the settings are not to be changed!
An LED spindle speed indicator is provided on
the front panel. The LED indicates speeds from
300 to 2000 rpm.
A selector switch is provided at the left side of
the drill head. T he two- posit io n s w it ch is used to
start and stop the drive motor.
Figure 4
Control Panel (M anual Speed Control)
Figure 5
Control Panel (Inver ter Control )
Inverter On Indicator
The INVERTER ON light indicates that the
inverter is pow er ed up.
Spindle On Pushbutton Switch
The SPINDLE ON pushbutton is used to start
the drive motor. To stop the motor, the
pushbutton is pressed (the switch toggles on
and off).
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Emergency Stop Pushbut ton Switch
The mushroom shaped EMG . STOP pushbutton
switch provides a quick means of stopping the
drive motor. To reset the pushbutton switch, the
knob is t urned clockwise ( as show n o n the face
of the knob).
RPM Display
The spindle speed display shows the spindle
RPM selected by the speed control knob.
Spindle Speed Knob
The SPI NDLE SPEED knob is used to set the
desired spindle speed (c lockw ise increases ) .
to be drille d. The indicat or is zeroed out using
the knurled k no b. The motor is started a nd t he
hole drilled until t he indicator pointer reaches the
desired depth.
Maintenance
Repl acement o f Drive Belt
Make sure to disconnect
electrical power to the d rill pre ss t o a v o id the
possibility of inadvertent operation and
exposure to potent ial ly letha l voltage l evels.
Spindle Selector
The SPINDLE selector switch is used to set t he
desired direction of spindle rotation. The REV.
(reverse) setting will provide counterclockwise
rotat ion. The FOR. setting will prov ide clockwise
rotation.
Drilling Speed Chart
A DRILLI NG SPE ED CHART is pro vided on t he
front pa nel. The chart can be used to select the
speed required for various drill si zes (0 .196 i nch
to 1.000 inch — 5 mm to 25 m m) and mater ials
(steel, cast iron, aluminum, and copper). The
chart defines spindle speeds from 300 to 2000
RPM.
Depth Indicator — All Models
Refer to Figur e 6.
Manual Speed Co ntrol (Models J-2221V S and
J-2223VS)
1. St a rt dr ill p ress. Set s peed c ontrol to highest
speed. Stop dr ill p r e s s .
2. Disconnect electrical power by setting drill
press circuit breaker t o OFF.
3. Remove head cover.
4. Remove belt. (With speed control sett ing at
the highest speed, the belt s ho uld be loose
enough to remove.)
5. Install the replace ment be lt. Install t he head
cover.
6. Set the dr ill p r e s s c ircuit b r e a k e r ON.
7. Operate the drill press to verify correct
operation.
Inverter Speed Cont rol (Models J- 2232AC a nd
J-2234AC)
1. Disconnect electrical power by setting drill
press circuit breaker t o OFF.
Figure 6
A drilling dept h indicator is provided o n the fr ont
of the drill head. The indicator can be set for
depths up to 6.5 inches (16.5 mm). A knurled
knob is provided at the front, underside of the
head. Before starting the motor, set the end of
the drill against the surface into which the hole is
2. Remove pan screws from small cover
(around column). Remove pan screws and
eight bolts fr om head cover.
3. Loosen set scr ew and remove shift lever.
4. Remove plastic spindle cup.
5. Remove head cover. Leave s mall cover in
place.
6. Disconnect electrical wiring from motor
junction box. Remove motor from mounting
plate.
7. Remove motor mounti ng plate.
8. Remove three screws from pulley covers
(discs). Remove used belt. Install the
replacement belt.
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9. Install pulley covers and secure with three
screws in each pulley cover.
Lubrication
10. Install motor mounting plate. Install motor
and connect electr ical wiring (ref er to Wiring Diagram section for wiring details).
11. Install the head cover and secure with pan
screw s and eight bolts.
12. Secure small head cover to head cover
using pan screws.
13. Se t the dr ill press c ircuit b reaker ON.
14. Operate the drill press to verify correct
operation.
Repl acement o f M otor
Make sure to disconnect
electrical power to the d rill pre ss t o a v o id the
possibility of inadvertent operation and
exposure to potent ial ly letha l voltage l evels.
Manual Speed Co ntrol (Models J-2221V S and
J-2223VS)
1. Remove dr ive belt ( refer to Replacem ent Of Drive Belt).
2. Disconnect electrical wiring from motor
junction box.
3. Remove nuts fr om mounting st uds sec uri ng
moto r to dr ill head. Remove motor .
4. Remove upper and lower pulleys and
related components from motor shaft.
5. Install upper and lower pulleys and related
components on replacement motor shaft.
6. Install motor on mo unting st uds a nd secure
with nuts.
7. Connect electrical wiring (refer to Wiring Diagram section for wiring details).
8. Install drive belt (refer to Replacement Of Drive Belt).
9. Operate drill press to verify proper
operation.
Inverter Speed Cont rol (Models J- 2232AC a nd
J-2234AC)
Refer to Replacement Of Drive Belt for
instructions on removal of t he drive motor.
Following are lubrication recommendations for
drill p ress c omp onents .
Manual Speed Co ntrol (Models J-2221V S and
J-2223VS)
2. Quill a nd column: L ubricate w ith light fil m of
oil.
3. Lift rack: Lubricate regularly wit h SAE 20 oil
(clean rack with kerosene before applying
oil).
4. Variable speed drive:
a. Periodically check oil level in sight
gauge on (left side of head) (refer to Figure 7) .
b. If level is below centerline of sight
gauge, add oil.
c. To add oil, remove oil fill tube cover
plate. Pull fill tube out of hole in head
cover.
d. Add SAE 20 oil to bring oil le vel up to
the centerline of the sight gauge.
e. Put end of fi ll tube back through hole in
head cover. Install fill tube cover and
secure with two scr ew s.
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Figure 7
The radial position of the drill head can be
changed to accommodate the drilling of a hole
that may be off set from the center of the table.
Reposition the drill head as f ollows:
1. Loosen the two clamping hex nuts usi ng the
hex socket wrench provided with the
machine.
2. The swing the drill head to the desired
position.
3. Tighten the two clamping nuts.
Speed Pickup Adjustment (All Models)
1. Loosen screws securing speed pick up (ref.
68A, page 23) t o plate (ref. 69A, page 23).
2. Adjust the speed pickup gap to
approximately 1/ 8- inch. Re-tighten screws.
Adjustments
Table Adjustment
Refer to Figur e 8.
The table can be raised or lowered to
accommodate the height of the workpiece. To
raise or lower the table, loosen the table lock
usi ng the hand crank. Then use the hand crank
to move the table to the desired height. Then
lock the table in position.
3. Operate drill press to verify that speed
readout is operati ng correct ly.
Operating Precautions
The following operating and safety precautions
must be obser ved in order to a void har m to t he
operator or damage to the drill pr e s s .
1. The head assembly must be locked to the
column so the t hr ust produced by drilli ng will
not force the head assembly up the column.
2. The work table must be locked to the
column so it will not be forced down the
column.
3. Before drilling, release the quill lock nut to
permit free travel of the quill.
4. Be s ure the belt is tightened to t he proper
tension.
5. DO NOT start to drill the workpiece until
making certain the workpiece is held down
securely.
6. MAKE SURE THE DRIVE MOTOR IS RUNNING BEFORE turning the speed
cont ro l handwheel in either d i re ct ion.
Figure 8
Radial Head Adjustment (All Models)
Change t he r adial position of
the drill head only if the drill press base is
secured to t he floor. Swinging the dril l head
without the base being secured to the floor
will c aus e t he drill p ress to beco me unstab le
and tip over resulting in injury and/or
damage to the machine.
7. Point of operation protection is required for
maximum safety. This remains the
responsibility of the user/purchaser since
conditions differ bet w een jobs.
8. Make sure the drill is sec ured in t he spindle
or chuck before attempting to use the drill
press.
9. Make sure the spindle taper is clean and
free of burrs, scoring, and gal ling to ass ure
maximum gripping.
10. Lock the quill in position when using any
side-loaded tool.
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Drilling Recommendations
Speeds for Drilling
The speed of a drill is usually m e a sured in ter ms
of the rate at which the outer periphery of the
tool moves i n relati on to the work being dri lled.
The common term for this is Surface Feet per
Minute (SFM). The relationship of SFM is
expressed in the following form ulas:
SFM = 0.2 6 X rp m X Dr ill Diamet er (in inches)
RPM = 3.8 x ________SFM_________ _
Drill diameter (in inc hes )
In general, the hig her the speed t he s horter t he
drill life. Oper ati ng at the low e nd of t he speed
range for a pa rticular material w ill r e sult i n longer
life. T he most ef f icie nt speed for operating a dri ll
depends on many variables:
1. Composition and hard ness of mater ial.
2. Depth of the hole.
3. Efficiency of the cutting fluid.
4. Type and condition of t he drilling machi ne.
5. Desired quality of t he hole.
6. Difficulty of set-up.
Feeds for Drilling
The feed of a drill is g overned by the si ze of the
tool and the material drilled. Beca use the feed
rate partially determines the rate of production
and also is a factor in tool life, it should be
chosen carefully for each job. In general, the
most effective feeds will be found in the
following ranges:
Diameter of Drill Feed per Revolution
(inches) (inches)
Under 1/8 ....................0.001 to 0.002
1/8 to 1/4 .....................0.002 to 0. 004
1/4 to 1/2 .....................0.004 to 0. 007
1/2 to 5/8 .....................0.007 to 0. 015
In dication of Extreme Speed s and
Feeds
A drill t hat spl its up the web is evidence of too
much feed or insufficient tip clearance at the
center as a result of improper grinding. The
rapid wearing aw ay of the extreme outer cor ners
of the cutt ing edges indicates that t he speed is
too high. A drill chipping or braking out at the
cutting edges i ndicates that either the feed is too
heavy or the drill has been ground with too muc h
tip clearance.
In cas e s where ca r b on ste el d rills ar e applicable,
the drill should be run at speeds of f r om 40 to 50
percent of those given above.
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Optional Equipment
Coo lant System Instal latio n
1. Remove t he large reservoir cover plate fr om
the machine base. Tap 1/ 4- 20 threads in t he
4 pilot holes.
2. Install the cover plate back onto t he machine
base.
3. Insert the pump into the opening, utilize the
screw s from the small r ound cover plate t o
fasten the pump to the base.
4. Positio n the power sw itch and valve bracket
on the spi ndle casti ng. M ark mounting hole
locations and drill holes . (Refer to Figur e 8).
Note: Mount components near the lower
edge of the spindle casting. Do not mount
components ab ove t he line show n in Fig ure
9.
5. Install the power switch and valve bracket
with the provided fastener hardwar e.
6. Install the 3/8-inch hose coupling to the
coolant p ump. I f needed, apply a light coat
of pipe sealant or Tef lon tape to the threads
to prevent leakage.
7. Mount t he flow valve to the bracket, connect
the supply hose to t he pump and valve, use
hose clamps at the ends.
8. Install the flexible nozzle to the flow valve.
9. Install the 1/2-inch hose coupler to the
worktable, and seal threads if needed.
Connect the return hose.
10. Connect t he pow er cor d to a suitable source
and ground (refer to General Electrical Cautions).
11. Fill t he reser voir with appr opriate m achini ng
coolant.
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Troubleshooting
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Motor overload protector tripped. Press motor overload reset button.
Circuit breaker tripped. Reset circuit breaker.
Spindle does not turn.
Branch circuit breaker tripped or fuse
blown.
Open wire in switch circuit. Repair open circuit.
Defective switch. Replace switch.
Broken drive belt. Replace drive belt.
Check condition of belt. Replace if glazed
or slipping on pulleys.
Reduce feed pressure or use cutting fluid.
Use correct cutting fluid.
Check that all T-slot hold-downs are tight
and that table-lock and drill head bolts are
tight.
Check spindle speed recommendations.
Reduce speed if necessary.
Use cutting fluid, or change to proper fluid
or coolant for material being drilled.
Check for proper angles and reliefs.
Regrind to proper geometry.
Check current draw in circuit. Make sure
current draw is the same as rating on
motor plate.
Use correct cutting fluid for the material
and drill.
Table cannot be raised. Lack of lubrication. Lubricate.
Adjust gap between speed pickup and
No speed readout. Speed pickup out of adjustment or failed.
post spindle pulley. If there is no readout
on the LED speed indicator after adjusting
the gap, replace the speed pickup.
Replacement Parts
Replacement part s ar e listed on t he fol low i ng pages. To order part s or r eac h our service department, call
1-800-274-6848, Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.waltermeier.com).
Having the Model Numb er and Ser ial Num ber of your machine available w hen you c all wi ll allow us to
serve you quickly and accurately.
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Drill Head – Manual Speed Control (J-2221VS and J-2223VS)
67
76
77
58
79
81C
65
64A
56
81B
63A
78
81A
66
54
11A
11B
62
84
81
83
86B
82
85
59
57
53
52
55
51
61
9
8
7
86A
60A
14
11
10
48
87
88
50
96
47
91
13
12
46
49
45
50
16
17
18
19
15
36
21
60B
44
38
43
41
39
40
39
35
89
37
42
33
60
50
60C
60D
90
93
92
94
34
32
26
30
29
28
27
20
22
23
24
25
80A
80
9
5
80C
80B
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Parts List: Drill Head – Manual Speed Control (J-2221VS and J- 2223VS)
13 ................5510152....................... Set Screw ..................................................................... .........................................1
14 ................5510155....................... Spring ........................................................................... .........................................1
26-1.............5517334....................... Ring .............................................................................. .........................................1
37 ................5517338....................... Cap Screw.................................................................... .........................................1
38 ................5510178....................... Set Screw ..................................................................... .........................................1
39 ................5517339....................... Gearbox Top Cover...................................................... .........................................1
40 ................5510180....................... Oil Fill Fitting ................................................................ .........................................1
40-1.............5517340....................... Fill Tube ....................................................................... .........................................1
65 ................5510209....................... Pan Head Screw .......................................................... .........................................2
67-4.............5510215....................... Pan Head Screw .......................................................... .........................................2
75 ................5510223....................... Electric Cable ............................................................... .........................................1
75-1.............5517362....................... Electric Cable ............................................................... .........................................1
83 ...............5517365....................... Pan Head Screw .......................................................... .........................................4
84 ................5517366....................... Cap Screw.................................................................... .........................................4
105 ..............5513519....................... LED Display ................................................................. 115/220 ............................1
....................5513736....................... LED Display ................................................................. 220/440 ............................1
106 ..............5513683....................... Cap Screw.................................................................... .........................................2