RIKON Power Tools 30-240 User Manual

30-240M3

Operator Safety: Required Reading

IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following

instructions must be followed at all times.

There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend that this tool not be modied and/

or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions about its application,
do not use the tool until you have contacted us and we have advised you.

General Safety Warnings

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications, work

capabilities, and its specic potential hazards.

ALWAYS GROUND ALL TOOLS.

If your tool is equipped with a three-pronged plug, you must plug it into a three-hole electric receptacle.
If you use an adapter to accommodate a two-pronged receptacle, you must attach the adapter plug to a
known ground. Never remove the third prong of the plug.

ALWAYS AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Never use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep your work area well lighted and clear of clutter.

ALWAYS REMOVE THE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES FROM TOOLS AFTER USE.

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

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

ALWAYS KEEP VISITORS AWAY FROM RUNNING MACHINES.

All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.

ALWAYS MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF.
Childproof with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

NEVER OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
MEDICATION, OR ALCOHOL.

ALWAYS WEAR PROPER APPAREL.

Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that might get caught in moving parts. Rubber-soled footwear is
recommended for the best footing.

ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES AND WEAR HEARING PROTECTION.
Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

NEVER OVERREACH.
Keep your proper footing and balance at all times.

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

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ALWAYS DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters.

ALWAYS AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in cord.

NEVER LEAVE TOOLS RUNNING UNATTENDED.

ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.

Before initial or continual use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be checked to
assure 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 damaged parts should immediately be properly repaired or replaced.

Special Safety Rules For Drill Press

1. Do Not operate the Drill Press until it is assembled
and you have read the instructions.

2. Do not operate the Drill Press unless you are familiar
with its safe operation. If you are not familiar with
the operation of a Drill Press seek advice from your

supervisor, instructor or other qualied individual.

3. If you are using a bench top Drill Press, it must be
securely fastened to a stand or bench.

4. If you are operating a oor Drill Press it must be
securely fastened to the oor.

5. Always clear the table and work area before turning
on the Drill Press.

6. Always use drill bits, cutting tools and accessories

with a 1/2” shank or less.

7. Never place hands near the drill bit, cutting tool or
accessory.

8. Never wear loose clothing, gloves or ties while
operating the Drill Press.

9. Always have a rm footing while operating the Drill

Press.

10. Always keep work surface and work areas clear of
debris.

11. Never attempt to do set-up work, assembly or layout
work on the Drill Press while it is in operation.

12. Never start the Drill Press with the drill bit, cutting
tool or accessory in contact with the work-piece.

13. Always lock all table, column and head locks before
turning on the Drill Press.

14. Never operate the Drill Press with a damaged drill
bit, cutting tool or accessory.

15. Always check the drill bit, cutting tool or accessory
in tight in the chuck.

16. Never operate the Drill Press with the chuck key
in the chuck.

17. Always adjust the depth stop to avoid drilling into
the table surface.

18. Never drill material unless it is properly supported.

Non at work-pieces require additional support.

19. Always clamp the work piece to the table.

20. Always support large work-pieces at the same
height as the table.

21. Never remove the work-piece or clear the table
until the Drill Press comes to a complete stop.

22. Always wear a face shield and safety glasses
while operating the Drill Press.

23. Never operate the Drill Press with missing,
damaged, worn, loose or defective parts.

24. Never adjust, change speeds or perform

maintenance on the Drill Press while it is
operating.

25. Always clean the work surface and work area

when nished operating the Drill Press.

26. Always disconnect the power when adjusting or
performing maintenance on the Drill Press.

27. Always disconnect the power when nished using

the Drill Press to prevent accidental operation.

Note: This owner’s manual is not a teaching aid. Use of this owner’s manual is intended to

show assembly, adjustments, and general use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them often.

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Table of Contents

Safety Warnings....................................................................................................................................2-3

Drill Press Safety Rules ..........................................................................................................................3

Specications ........................................................................................................................................4

Contents of Package...................................................................................................................5

Getting To Know Your Drill Press...........................................................................................................6

Assembly ............................................................................................................................7-10

Changing spindle speeds............................................................................................................11

Setting the spindle lock and drill depth..........................................................................................12

Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................13

Wiring Diagram.......................................................................................................................................13

Electrical Requirements..........................................................................................................................14

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................15

Parts Explosion ................................................................................................................................16-18

Parts List ........................................................................................................................................19

Notes ..................................................................................................................................................20

Warranty .............................................................................................................................................21

Specications

Type
Swing
Motor

Chuck Size

Drilling Capacity
Spindle Travel
Spindle Taper

Spindle Taper
Head Rotates

Number of Speeds
Amps

Speed Range
Volts

Quill Diameter
Net weight

Table
Table Tilt
Table Rotates

Base Size

Column Diameter
Overall Height
Net weight

Floor
20”
1 HP, 120V

3/4”

1”

4-3/4”

MT3

o

360

12
11

180 - 3,865 RPM
220

3”
240 lbs

16-1/2” x 18-3/4”

o

45

o

360

24-3/8” x 18-3/4”
3-5/8”
67-5/16”

260 lbs

NOTE: The specications, photographs, drawings and information in this manual represent the

current model when the manual was prepared. Changes and improvements may be made at any
time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units.
Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide
you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.

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Contents of Package

Model 30-240 20” Floor Drill Press is shipped complete in one box.

Unpacking and Checking Contents

a. Separate all “loose parts” from packaging materials and check each item with “Table of Loose

Parts” to make sure all items are accounted for, before discarding any packaging material.
b. With the help of another person, carefully lift the Drill Press head out of the box.
c. Remove protective oil that is applied to the table and column before assembly. Use any ordinary

house hold type grease or spot remover.
d. Apply a coat of paste wax to the table and column to prevent rust. Wipe all parts thoroughly with a

clean dry cloth.

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

Item Part Name Qty

A Table Assembly 1
B Box with Chuck & Key 1
C Bag of Loose Parts 1
D Drill Press Head 1
E Feed Handle 1
F Column Assembly 1
G Base 1
H Bag of 2 Belts 1
I Owner’s manual 1

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Belt Cover

Getting to Know Your Drill Press

Spindle
Depth
LocK

Feed
Handle

Table

Table Support

Pulley
Tension
Lever &
Lock Knob

Motor

Collar

Rack

Crank Handle

Table Support
Column Locking
Handle

Column

On/Off

Switch

Chuck

Table Tilting
Locking Bolt

Column Support

Base

California Propsition 65 Warning

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often
you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with approved

safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to lter out microscopic particles.

For more detailed information about California Propostion 65 visit www.rikontools.com.

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Base and Column Assembly

Assembly

1. Place the base (A-Fig. 1) on a level oor where

the machine will be used.

2. Attach the column (B-Fig.1) to the base
(A-Fig. 1) using four M10x40 hex bolts.
Tighten all four bolts.

Assistance is needed for this next

NOTE:

step.

INSTALLING THE TABLE

1. Using a hex wrench, remove the Collar and
Rack from the column.

B

A

Figure 1

2. Place rack (G-Fig. 2) inside the table support
bracket (F-Fig. 2), lining up the rack’s teeth with
the worm gear that is inside of the table bracket.

3. Lift up and slide the table assembly with the
rack together onto the column, and slide them

down the column until the rack ts back into the

column support base.

4. Replace the column collar on top of the rack,
and secure it in place with a hex wrench.

5. Install the raising/lowering handle with a hex

wrench (Figure 4). The handle's set screw must

line up and be secured on the at section of the

table support's worm ger shaft.

Collar

Rack

Figure 2

Table
Bracket

Figure 3

Continued on page 8

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Figure 4