ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
HEAD/MOTOR ASSEMBLY (FIG. C)
CAUTION:
The head/motor assembly (1) is heavy. Lift carefully.
1. Lift above the column (2), slide down the column as far as
it will go.
2. Line the head up with the base.
3. Tighten the two locking screws (3) with the hex key
FEED ASSEMBLY (FIG. D)
1. Thread the feed handles (1) into the holes on the feed hub (2).
2. Hand tightens.
FEED ASSEMBLY (FIG. D)
1. Thread the feed handles (1) into the holes on the feed hub (2).
2. Hand tighten.
WARNING
Disconnect the drill press from the power source before
installing, adjusting, or removing the chuck.
Fig. D
CHUCK (FIG. E, F)
1. Inspect and clean the hole in the chuck (1) and the spindle (2).
2. Remove all grease, coatings, and particles from the chuck
and spindle surfaces with a clean cloth moistened with a non-
oil based solution such as Rubbing Alcohol.
3. Open the chuck jaws (3), by turning the chuck barrel clock-
wise, and make sure the jaws are completely recessed inside
the chuck.
4. Seat the chuck (1) (Fig. F) onto the spindle by placing a
block of wood under the chuck, and tapping the wood with
Fig. C
a hammer, or tap the chuck with a rubber mallet or plastic-
tipped hammer.
5. Do not tap the chuck with a metal hammer.
MOUNTING THE DRILL PRESS (FIG. G)
The drill press must be securely fastened by the two base
holes to a stand or workbench with heavy-duty fasteners. This
will prevent the drill press from tipping over, sliding, or walk-
ing during operation.
IMPORTANT: If the stand or workbench has a tendency to
move during operation, fasten it securely to the floor.
1. Drill press base
2. Bolt
3. Flat washer
4. Rubber washer
5. Work surface
6. Flat washer
7. Lock washer
8. Hex nut
9. Jam nut
Fig. G
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Fig. E