RIDGID DP15501 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

15 in. DRILL PRESS

DP15501

Your new drill press has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

n Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2

n General Safety Rules ........................................................................................................................................................ 3

n Specific Safety Rules........................................................................................................................................................ 4

n Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................5-6

n Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7

n Glossary of Terms............................................................................................................................................................. 8

n Features.......................................................................................................................................................................9-10

n Unpacking ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11

n Loose Parts..................................................................................................................................................................... 12

n Tools Needed..................................................................................................................................................................13

n Assembly ...................................................................................................................................................................13-17

n Operation...................................................................................................................................................................18-21

n Adjustments...............................................................................................................................................................22-26

n Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 27

n Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................... 28

n Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 29

n Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................... 31

n Parts Ordering/Service ................................................................................................................................................... 32

INTRODUCTION

Your drill press has many features for making the use of this product more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions. Failure

to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

n KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Safe operation of this

power tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the potential hazards.

n GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing

body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

n KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.

Never operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use.

n REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Get

in the habit - before turning on tool - that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool.

n KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas

and work benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the machine while it is in operation.

n DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do

not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lighted.

n KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors

should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while operating.

n MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and

master switches or by removing starter keys.

n DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL it will do the job better and

safer at the rate for which it was designed.

n USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not force

the tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed for. Use it only the way it was intended.

n USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure

your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord 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. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

n DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,

neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that could get caught and draw you into moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective covering over long hair.

n ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE

SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resis-

tant lenses; they are not safety glasses.

n PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if

the operation is dusty.

n PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection

during extended periods of operation.

n SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work

when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate the tool.

n DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance

at all times.

n MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and

clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

n DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before

servicing, or when changing attachments, all tools should be disconnected.

n AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off

when plugging in any tool.

n USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult this

operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

n NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the

tool is tipped or if the bit is unintentionally contacted.

n CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the tool, a guard

or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine 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 operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.

n NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED, TURN

THE POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until it comes to a

complete stop.

n DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank the cord to disconnect

it from the receptacle. Keep the cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

n KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND

GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never

use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean tool.

n STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what

you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.

n DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT

ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an

authorized service center.

n ALWAYS TURN SWITCH OFF before disconnecting it

to avoid accidental starting.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

n KEEP BITS CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp bits minimize

stalling. Dirty and dull bits may cause misalignment of the material and possible operator injury.

n KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Keep hands

away from the bit. Restrain any loose clothing, jewelry, long hair, etc. that may become entangled in the bit.

n DO NOT wear gloves, necktie, or loose clothing.

n ALWAYS CLAMP WORKPIECE AND BRACE AGAINST

COLUMN TO PREVENT ROTATION. Never use your hand to hold the object while drilling.

n USE REC OMME NDED S PEED F OR DRI LL

ACCESSORY AND WORKPIECE MATERIAL.

n BE SURE DRILL BIT OR CUTTING TOOL IS SECURELY

LOCKED IN THE CHUCK.

n BE SURE CHUCK KEY IS REMOVED from the chuck

before connecting to power source or turning power ON.

n ADJUST THE TABLE OR DEPTH STOP TO AVOID

DRILLING INTO THE TABLE. Shut off the power, remove

the drill bit, and clean the table before leaving machine.

n DO NOT CONNECT TOOL TO POWER SOURCE OR

OPERATE UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. If

any part of your drill press malfunctions or has been damaged or broken, do not operate until the part is properly repaired or replaced.

n NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGERS IN A POSITION WHERE

THEY COULD CONTACT THE DRILL or other cutting

tool if the workpiece should unexpectedly shift.

n NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION by moving the

head or table with respect to one another. Do not turn the motor switch ON or start any operation before checking that the head and table support lock handle is clamped tight to column and head and table support collars are correctly positioned.

n BEFORE ENGAGING THE POWER SWITCH ON, MAKE

SURE THE BELT GUARD IS DOWN AND THE CHUCK IS INSTALLED PROPERLY.

n LOCK THE MOTOR SWITCH OFF WHEN LEAVING THE

DRILL PRESS. Do not perform layout, assembly, or set-

up work on the table while the cutting tool is rotating, switched on or connected to a power source.

n SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently

and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

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.

SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

V Volts

A Amperes

Hz Hertz

W Watt

min Minutes

Alternating Current

Direct Current

.../min

No Load Speed

Class II Construction

Per Minute

Wet Conditions Alert

Voltage

Current

Frequency (cycles per second)

Power

Time

Type of current

Type or a characteristic of current

Rotational speed, at no load

Double-insulated construction

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator’s Manual

Eye Protection

Safety Alert

No Hands Symbol

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.

Precautions that involve your safety.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.

SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in

property damage.

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHO- RIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

WARNING:

The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. Save this operator’s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this product.

ELECTRICAL

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the chart provided below to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used.

Length of Extension Cord Wire Size (A.W.G.)

Up to 25 feet 14 26-50 feet 14 When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension cord

that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters WA on the cord's jacket.

Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

CAUTION:

Keep the cord away from the cutting area and position the cord so that it will not be caught on material, tools, or other objects during cutting.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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 tool 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 a 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 tool is properly grounded.

Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet

like the one shown in Figure 1. It also has a grounding pin like the one shown.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your drill press is powered by a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the machine does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply.

POWER SUPPLY

Before operating your drill press, check your power supply and make sure it meets the requirements listed on the tool’s data plate. A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and machine overheating.

Common causes of power loss and machine overheating are insufficient extension cord size and multiple tools operating from the same power source.

GROUNDING

COVER OF GROUNDED

OUTLET BOX

Fig. 1

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Base

Large rectangular plate that secures the drill press to a benchtop or other sturdy, level surface.

Chip

The material extracted from the hole in a drilling operation.

Chuck

The clamping device at the end of the spindle that secures the drill bit.

Chuck Key

A fitted key used to tighten and loosen the chuck.

Column

Large perpendicular rod that supports the work table and drill press head assembly.

Depth Stop

Adjustment control which allows the operator to control the depth of the hole in a drilling operation.

Drill Bit

Fluted cutting tool used in a drilling operation.

Head Assembly

The assembly at the top of the column which houses the motor, quill, and spindle.

Feed

The speed and force with which the drill bit is lowered into the workpiece.

Feed Handles

Three handles attached to the quill which allow the operator to lower the chuck and bit during a drilling operation.

Motor Pulley

A grooved, conical pulley driven by the motor and responsible for driving the spindle pulley by means of a belt.

Pilot Hole

A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for drilling large holes accurately.

Quill

Also known as the Feed Shaft. Responsible for lowering the chuck and bit into the workpiece and regulating the depth of the hole in a drilling operation.

Spindle

The rotating shaft upon which the chuck is attached.

Spindle Pulley

A grooved, conical pulley responsible for rotating the spindle. The spindle pulley is driven by the motor pulley by means of a belt.

Workpiece

The object into which a hole is to be drilled.

Worktable

Flat, level surface supported on the column and able to be positioned at various angles vertically on the column in order to accommodate different size workpieces.

FEATURES

30 40

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

n Input.......................... 120V, 60 Hz, AC Only, 8 Amperes

n Motor ...................................................1/2 HP Induction

n No Load Speed....................................... 300-3100/min.

n Net Weight.......................................... 158.4 lbs. (72 kg)

BELT

TENSION

BELT

GUARD

STORAGE

TRAY

SPRING

LOCK

HANDLE

CAP

DRILL

ON-OFF

SWITCH

FEED

HANDLE

n Number of Speeds .....................................................12

n Chuck Size.............................................. 5/8 in. (1.6 cm)

n Spindle Travel ..................................... 3-3/4 in. (9.5 cm)

n Overall Height ............................... 65-1/2 in. (166.4 cm)

LIGHT

ON-OFF

SWITCH

BELT TENSION

HANDLE

CHUCK KEY

DEPTH SCALE

HEAD LOCK

DEPTH

SET SCREWS

SCALE

LOCK

FEED HANDLE

CHUCK

COLUMN COLLAR

TABLE

SUPPORT

LOCK

COLUMN

TABLE

LOCK

ADJUSTMENT

HANDLE

RACK

COLUMN SUPPORT

BASE

TABLE

BEVEL

LOCK

BEVEL SCALE

Fig. 2

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR DRILL PRESS

See Figure 2.

Before attempting to use your drill press, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements.

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with your machine to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

BELT GUARD

Covers pulleys and belt during operation of drill press.

BELT TENSION LOCK HANDLE

Tightening handle locks motor bracket support to maintain correct belt distance and tension.

BELT TENSION HANDLE

Turn handle counterclockwise to apply tension to belt, turn handle clockwise to release belt tension. Refer to section “Assembly- To Install the Idler Pulley and To Tension the Belts”.

HEAD LOCK SET SCREWS

Lock the head to the column. Always have them locked in place while operating the drill press.

FEED HANDLE

For moving the chuck up or down. One or two of the handles may be removed if necessary whenever the workpiece is of such unusual shape that it interferes with the handles.

COLUMN COLLAR

Holds the rack to the column. Rack remains movable in collar to permit table support movements.

TABLE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE

Turn clockwise to elevate table. Table support lock must be released before operating crank.

RACK

Combines with gear mechanism to provide easy elevation of table by hand operated table adjustment handle.

BASE

Supports drill press. For additional stability, holes are provided in base to bolt drill press to floor.

COLUMN SUPPORT

Supports column, guides rack, and provides mounting holes for column to base.

TABLE

Provides working surface to support workpiece.

DEPTH SCALE

Shows depth of hole being drilled in inches and millimeters.

DEPTH SCALE LOCK

Locks the depth scale to selected depth.

CHUCK

Holds drill bit or other recommended accessory to perform desired operations.

TABLE BEVEL LOCK

Locks the table in any position from 0°- 45°.

TABLE LOCK

Table can be rotated in various positions and locked.

BEVEL SCALE

Shows degree table is tilted for bevel operations. Scale is mounted on table support. It is to be used for quick reference where accuracy is not critical.

TABLE SUPPORT LOCK

Tightening locks table support to column. Always have it locked in place while operating the drill press.

STORAGE TRAY

Conveniently holds drill bits and other accessories.

ON-OFF SWITCH

Has locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and others. Insert key into switch.

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