Clarke Metalworker CDP501F Installation and operation manual

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SERIAL No.................... 0307

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When disposing of this product, do not dispose of with general waste. It must be disposed of according to law at
a recognised disposal facility.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing your CLARKE 20mm Drill Press.
Before attempting to operate the machine, please read this instruction manual
thoroughly, and follow all directions carefully. By doing so you will ensure the safety
of both yourself and others around you, and at the same time, you should look
forward to long and trouble free service from your Clarke Drill Press.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faults in manufacture for 12 months from date
of purchase. Keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the
product has been found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or
not used for the purpose for which it was intended. The reason for return must be
clearly stated. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 4
Additional Safety Rules for Drill Presses ......................................... 5
Electrical Connections and Wiring Diagram ................................ 6
Preparation for Use ......................................................................... 7
Description of Parts ......................................................................... 8
Assembly .......................................................................................... 9
Settings and Adjustments ............................................................. 11
Operation ....................................................................................... 13
Removing the Chuck .................................................................... 14
Maintenance ................................................................................. 14
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 15
Parts Lists and Diagrams ........................................................ 16 - 20
Drill Speed Table ............................................................................ 21
Spare Parts & Servicing ................................................................. 21
Cutting Speed Chart ..................................................................... 22
Specifications ................................................................................ 23
Optional Accessories .................................................................... 23

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation
and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of
personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked, or
ignored, personal injury to the operator, or damage to property may result.
1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE. Read the manual carefully. Learn the machines applications
and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. EARTH ALL MACHINES. If the machine is equipped with three-pin plug, it should be
plugged into a three-pin electrical socket. Never remove the earth pin.
4. REMOVE ALL ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Before starting, form the habit of
checking to ensure that keys, wrenches and tools are removed from the machine.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
6. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use machinery in damp or wet
locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF - with padlocks, master switches etc.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept a safe
distance from work area
9. DON’T FORCE THE MACHINE. It will do the job better and safer, at the rate for which it
was designed.
10. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewellery may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Long
hair should be contained.
12. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are
NOT safety glasses.
13. USE EAR DEFENDERS.
14. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
16. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE before servicing or changing accessories.
17. CHECK FOR DAMAGE. If part of the machine (eg. A cover or guard), is damaged, it
should be carefully inspected to ensure that it can perform its’ intended function
correctly. If in doubt, the part should be renewed. Damage to moving parts or major
components should be Inspected by a qualified technician before operating the
machine. Contact your local dealer for advice.

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19. DO NOT STAND ON THE MACHINE. Serious injury could occur if the machine is tipped
over. Do not store materials above or near the machine such that it is necessary to
stand on the machine to get to them.
20. NEVER operate a machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
21. ALWAYS ENSURE THAT ADEQUATE LIGHTING is available. A minimum intensity of 300 lux
should be provided. Ensure that lighting is placed so that you will not be working in your
own shadow.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES
WARNING:
THIS MACHINE MUST NOT BE MODIFIED, OR USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OTHER
THAN THAT FOR WHICH IT IS DESIGNED.
1. IMPORTANT: You should not operate this machine unless you are thoroughly familiar
with drilling machines and drilling techniques. If there is any doubt whatsoever, you
should consult a qualified person.
2. Do not operate the machine until it is completely assembled, and you have read, and
understood. this entire manual
3. Ensure the proper electrical regulations are followed, and that the machine is properly
earthed.
4. Before switching the machine ON, ALWAYS:-
a. Ensure all chuck keys, spanners and wrenches are removed from the machine.
b. Examine the setup carefully, ensuring that the workpiece is perfectly secure.
c. Ensure your clothing is properly adjusted.
5. Make all adjustments with the power OFF.
6. Always use the correct drilling speeds for the drill size, and the type of material being
drilled (see page 22).
7. NEVER leave the drill unattended whilst it is running. Turn the machine OFF and do not
leave until it has come to a complete stop.
8. When you have finished with the machine, always remove and store the drill bits.
9. CAUTION: This Drill Press is designed for use with Drill Bits and Morticing attachments
ONLY. The use of other cutting tools or accessories could be hazardous.
10. ALWAYS use clamps, or a drill vice bolted to the table, to hold the work. It should NEVER
be held in bare hands.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an
approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
Green & Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
As the colours of the flexible lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
Connect GREEN & YELLOW cord to terminal marked with a letter “E” or Earth symbol
“ ” or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.
Connect BROWN cord to terminal marked with a letter “L” or coloured RED.
Connect BLUE cord to terminal marked with a letter “N” or coloured BLACK.
If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto the electric cable (i.e. non-
rewirable) please note:
1. The plug must be thrown away if it is cut from the electric cable. There is a danger of
electric shock if it is subsequently inserted into a socket outlet.
2. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
3. Should you wish to replace a detachable fuse carrier, ensure that the correct
replacement is used (as indicated by marking or colour code).
4. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local dealer or most electrical
stockists.
5. The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating (13 amps) and this
replacement must be ASTA approved to BS1363.
WIRING DIAGRAM

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PREPARATION
On receipt, carefully unpack the components, ensuring that no damage was suffered in
transit, and that all parts are accounted for.
The following loose items are to be found in the packing case.
Check the parts against the above list and refer to the above diagrams.
Should there be any deficiencies or damage, please contact your CLARKE dealer
immediately .
Loose Items in Box and Bag
A. Table Assy.
B. Column Assy
C. This Manual
D. 1 xBag of loose parts
E. Head Assy.
F. Base
G. 1xBox of loose parts
H. Chuck Guard Assy.

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Remove all traces of preservative from the components with paraffin or a good quality
solvent, and wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth. Apply a coating of wax paste
or light oil, to the table, column and base, to prevent rust.
Take the necessary precautions when lifting components, considering their weight.
Assistance will be required.
Before use, the machine must be securely bolted to a floor of sufficient strength to withstand
the weight of the drill press plus anticipated work. If necessary get professional advice.
Ensure the location is adequately lit, and that you will not be working in your own shadow.
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION!
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ASSEMBLE THIS MACHINE SINGLE HANDED..ASSISTANCE MUST BE USED
A. Column Assembly to Base (Ref Parts List/Diagram page 18)
NOTE: Ideally, the base should be firmly bolted to the floor prior to assembly of other
components. The mounting surface must flat, level, and capable of supporting the weight
of the drill plus anticipated work.
With the Base on a flat level surface, bolt on the Column Support (8) complete with Column
and Table Support, using the 4, M12 Hex head screws (9) provided, and tighten them fully.
B. Mounting the Table Assembly
1. From the box of loose parts, locate the worm,
and install it in the Gear Housing of the Table
Support, liberally greased and pushed fully
home.
2. Push the the crank on to the worm spigot,
protruding from the gear housing, as far as it
will go and tighten the crank’s grub screw on to
the flat on the spigot.
3. Screw the crank handle into the crank and
tighten fully.
4. Slacken the Collar grub screw (see fig.2),
using the 3mm hex. wrench provided, and
remove the Collar and Rack from the Column.
5. With assistance, raise the table and insert the
rack into the Gear Housing with the long
smooth end uppermost, as shown in fig. 3,
and engaged with the gear within the
housing.
6. Lower the complete assembly down on to the
Column so that the lower end of the rack rests
in the ‘vee’ created between the Column
Support and the Column, then screw in and nip
up the Table Support Locking Handle to secure
the table temporarily in this position.
7. Slide the top collar back into place and tighten the grub
screw, ensuring there is sufficient clearance between the
collar and the Rack to allow the Rack to move smoothly
within the Collar (as the table swings around the column),
without appreciable slack. It will be necessary to slacken
the Table Support Locking Handle to test its operation.
Check also to ensure the table moves smoothly and freely
from top to bottom of the Rack, by winding the crank.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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C. Head to Column Fig. 4
Fig. 5
NOTE: It may be necessary to unscrew the Head
Lock Set Screws (A, fig.4) slightly, to ensure they
do not protrude internally as this would prevent
the head from sliding fully into position.
1. With assistance, raise the head and locate it
on top of the Column.
2. Align the head with the base, and firmly
secure with the set screws provided, (A-
Fig.4).
3. Locate the three feed handles (items 18 & 19
page17),and screw them firmly into the hub
of the spindle feed shaft (item 20, page 17).
D. Chuck Guard Assembly.
NOTE: This operation should be carried out before the
chuck is installed.
Slide the Chuck Guard over the Quill Shaft, turn it so that
the pinch bolt faces the front (as shown in fig.5), then nip
up the pinch bolt to temporarily secure it in this position.
IMPORTANT: Ensure the Quill Shaft/Spindle is at the top of its
travel.
E. Installing the Chuck.
1. With the chuck guard lifted clear of the spindle nose, wind the table up the column
and secure it to within 6" of the spindle.
2. Open the jaws of the chuck to their maximum, using the chuck key supplied.
3. Put a piece of scrap wood on to the table to protect the chuck nose.
4. Ensuring all parts are thoroughly clean, dry, and burr free, Slide the arbour into the Quill
and push home, turning as you do so, to ensure the tang, on its end, seats correctly.
Place the chuck over the end of the arbour and pull the spindle down using the feed
handles, pressing the chuck jaws hard against the piece of scrap wood until the chuck
is forced home. (Fig.4).
F. Fitting the Drive Belts.
1. Undo the Belt Tension Lock Knobs (one
either side of the head - A-Fig.6), and
turn the Belt Tension Lever (B) clockwise
to bring the Motor Pulley closer to the
Spindle Pulley. This will allow the belts to
be slipped on with ease.
2. Lubricate the Idler Pulley Pivot shaft (item
4, page 19) and Idler Pulley, with light
grease and install in its’ mounting
between the Motor and Spindle Pulleys.
Fig.6
3. Consult the chart inside the belt cover (duplicated on page 14), and fit the belts in the
positions corresponding to spindle/drill speed required.