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Introduction
This manual includes operating and maintenance
instructions for the 15-lnch Variable Speed Drill Presses
and 6 speeds drill press. This manual also includes parts
listings and illustra-tions of replaceable parts.
Refer to Figure 1 for key features of the drill press.
Figure 1: Drill Press Features
Operation and Setup
Securing the Base
The base of the drill press has four mounting holes. The drill
press should be level and rest solidly on the floor. Place
shims under the four mounting holes in the base as
required to level the drill press.
Cleaning
Clean off any protective grease with solvent. After cleaning,
lubricate the base, table, and column with a light coating of
medium weight machine oil. Repeat at six months intervals.
Intemal parts of the drill press are lubricated at the factory.
No further lubrication is required at the time of installation.
Electrical Connection
Refer to the Wiring Diagram section for wiring information.
Connection to electrical power should be made by a
qualified electrician. Observe local electrical codes when
connecting the machine.
The motor should be protected with a time delay fuse or
circuit breaker with a amperage rating slightly higher than
the full load current of the motor.
Operating Controls
(Refer to figure 2)
ON/OFF Switch
The ON/OFF switch is located at the front of the drill head.
Speed Control Hand-wheel
CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE SPEED
ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM, THE MOTOR
MUST BE OPERATING BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO ADJUST THE SPEED SETTING.
The speed control hand-wheel is located on the left side
of the drill head. An LED speed indicator is provided on
the face plate on the drill head.
