Delta ShopMaster DP350 User manual

12" Variable Speed Drill Press
(Model DP350)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PART NO. A05751 - 06-22-05
Copyright © 2005 Delta Machinery
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please call 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. When
using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property
damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. Delta Machinery strongly
recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed.
If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have written Delta Machinery
and we have advised you.
Online contact form at www.deltamachinery.com
Postal Mail: Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305
(IN CANADA: 125 Mural St. Suite 300, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1M4)
Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources:
Power Tool Institute
1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
www.powertoolinstitute.org
National Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201
American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, 4 floor, New York, NY 10036 www.ansi.org
ANSI 01.1Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines, and
the U.S. Department of Labor regulations www.osha.gov
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
SAFETY GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
CARTON CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
ESPAÑOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .back cover

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Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting
YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this
information.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
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, always wear NIOSH/OSHA
approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious personal injury or property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE. Learning
the machine’s application, limitations, and specific
hazards will greatly minimize the possibility of accidents
and injury.
2. WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION. ALWAYS
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT
safety glasses. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1
standards. Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI
S3.19 standards.
3. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
4. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools in damp or wet
locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep
your work area well-lit to prevent tripping or placing arms,
hands, and fingers in danger.
5. MAINTAIN ALL TOOLS AND MACHINES IN PEAK
CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Poorly maintained tools and machines can further
damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
6. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the machine,
check for any damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or any other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced. Damaged parts can cause
further damage to the machine and/or injury.
7. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Your shop is a
potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors can be
injured.
9. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position before
plugging in the power cord. In the event of a power failure,
move the switch to the “OFF” position. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
10. USE THE GUARDS. Check to see that all guards are in
place, secured, and working correctly to reduce the risk of
injury.
11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE. Tools, scrap pieces,
and other debris can be thrown at high speed, causing
injury.
12. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force a machine or an
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.
13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta
may cause damage to the machine or injury to the user.
14. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one 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. See the Extension Cord Chart for the correct
size depending on the cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
15. SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold
the workpiece when practical. Loss of control of a
workpiece can cause injury.
16. FEED THE WORKPIECE AGAINST THE DIRECTION OF THE
ROTATION OF THE BLADE, CUTTER, OR ABRASIVE
SURFACE. Feeding it from the other direction will cause
the workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.
17. DON’T FORCE THE WORKPIECE ON THE MACHINE.
Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.
18. DON’T OVERREACH. Loss of balance can make you fall
into a working machine, causing injury.
19. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. Injury could occur if the tool
tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
20. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the machine until it comes
to a complete stop. A child or visitor could be injured.
21. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE
MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before installing or
removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-
ups, or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can
cause injury.
22. MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF WITH
PADLOCKS, MASTER SWITCHES, OR BY REMOVING
STARTER KEYS. The accidental start-up of a machine by
a child or visitor could cause injury.
23. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND
USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE
WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE
OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in injury.
24. USE OF THIS TOOL CAN GENERATE AND
DISBURSE DUST OR OTHER AIRBORNE PARTICLES,
INCLUDING WOOD DUST, CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST
AND ASBESTOS DUST. Direct particles away from face and
body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide
for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever
possible. Exposure to the dust may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a
serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the
dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing dust to
get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote
absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for
the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and
water.

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ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is
completely assembled and installed according to
the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can
cause serious injury.
2. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor,
or another qualified person if you are not
thoroughly familiar with the operation of this
machine. Knowledge is safety.
3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
electrical connections to prevent shock or electrocution.
4. SECURE THE MACHINE TO A SUPPORTING SUR-
FACE. Vibration can cause the machine to slide, walk,
or tip over.
5. NEVER START THE MACHINE BEFORE
CLEARING THE TABLE OF ALL OBJECTS (tools,
scrap pieces, etc.). Debris can be thrown at high
speed.
6. NEVER START THE MACHINE with the drill bit,
cutting tool, or sanding drum against the
workpiece. Loss of control of the workpiece can
cause serious injury.
7. PROPERLY LOCK THE DRILL BIT, CUTTING TOOL,
OR SANDING DRUM IN THE CHUCK before
operating this machine.
8. REMOVE THE CHUCK KEY BEFORE STARTING
THE MACHINE. The chuck key can be thrown out
at a high speed.
9. TIGHTEN ALL LOCK HANDLES before starting the
machine. Loss of control of the workpiece can
cause serious injury.
10. USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS,
SANDING DRUMS, OR OTHER ACCESSORIES
with shank size recommended in your instruction
manual. The wrong size accessory can cause
damage to the machine and/or serious injury.
11. USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS, OR
SANDING DRUMS that are not damaged.
Damaged items can cause malfunctions that lead
to injuries.
12. USE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS for all operations.
Other speeds may cause the machine to
malfunction causing damage to the machine
and/or serious injury.
13. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS. A sudden slip could cause a hand to
move into the bit.
14. KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from
the bit. Serious injury to the hand can occur.
15. HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY AGAINST THE
TABLE. Do not attempt to drill a workpiece that
does not have a flat surface against the table, or
that is not secured by a vise. Prevent the
workpiece from rotating by clamping it to the table
or by securing it against the drill press column.
Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious
injury.
16. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND WAIT FOR THE
DRILL BIT, CUTTING TOOL, OR SANDING DRUM
TO STOP TURNING prior to cleaning the work area,
removing debris, removing or securing work-piece,
or changing the angle of the table. A moving drill
bit, cutting tool, or sanding drum can cause
serious injury.
17. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE work-
pieces. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause
severe injury.
18. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY OR
SET-UP WORK on the table/work area when the
machine is running. Serious injury can result.
19. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, disconnect the
machine from the power source, and clean the
table/work area before leaving the machine. LOCK
THE SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION to
prevent unauthorized use. Someone else might
accidentally start the machine and cause serious
injury to themselves.
20. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe
and proper operation of power tools (i.e. a safety
video) is available from the Power Tool Institute,
1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
(www.powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also
available from the National Safety Council, 1121
Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please
refer to the American National Standards Institute
ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking
Machines and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA
1910.213 Regulations.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

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Fig. A Fig. B
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
POWER CONNECTIONS
MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be
protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the machine to the
power line, make sure the switch (s) is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics
as indicated on the machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will damage the
machine.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
Your machine is wired for 120 Volt, 60 HZ alternating current. Before connecting the machine to the power source,
make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.
THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended for
use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less
than 150 volts:
If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A,the machine
will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated
in Fig. A. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter
illustrated in Fig. B, may be used to connect this plug to a
matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown in Fig. B if a
properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet
can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored
rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must
be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly
grounded outlet box. Whenever the adapter is used, it must
be held in place with a metal screw.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE
RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT
SURE, HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.
1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:
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 machine 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 conduc-
tor can result in 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 machine is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding
type plugs and matching 3-conductor receptacles that
accept the machine’s plug, as shown in Fig. A.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

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EXTENSION CORDS
Use proper extension cords. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire
extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type
plug and matching receptacle which will accept the
machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the
machine. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig.
D-1 shows the correct gauge to use depending on the
cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Fig. D-1
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES
Ampere Total Length Gauge of
Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord
0-6 120 up to
25 18 AWG
0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG
0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG
0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG
6-10 120
up to 25 18 AWG
6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG
6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG
6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG
10-12 120
up to 25 16 AWG
10-12 120 25-50 16 AWG
10-12 120 50-100 14 AWG
10-12 120 100-150 12 AWG
12-16 120
up to
25 14 AWG
12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG
12-16 120 GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED
FOREWORD
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
NOTICE: The photo on the manual cover illustrates the current production model. All other illustrations contained in
the manual are representative only and may not depict the actual labeling or accessories included. These are are
intended to illustrate technique only.
Delta ShopMaster Model DP350 is a 12" variable speed bench drill press with a flexible work lamp that allows you to
quickly and easily change the drill speeds without removing the cover and adjusting belts.
1 - Drill Press Head and Motor
2 - Column, Base Flange, and Rack
3 - Table
4 - Base
5 - Chuck
6 - Clamp Handle
7 - Pinon Shaft Handles (3)
8 - Table Raising and Lowering Handle
9 - M8x1.25x125mm Carriage Head Screws (2),
8.5mm Flat Washers (2), 8.5mm Lock Washers (2),
M8x1.25 Hex Nuts (2), (for fastening the base to a
supporting surface)
10 - Worm Gear for Table Raising and Lowering Mechanism
11 - Wrenches (one 3mm and one 5mm)
12 - M8x1.25x25mm Hex Head Cap Screws (4)
13 - Chuck Key
1
2
6
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7
5
13
11
10
8
12
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CARTON CONTENTS

1. Assemble the column (A) Fig. 3, to the base (B) using
the four screws, three of which are shown at (C). Loosen
set screw (D) and remove ring (E) and raising rack (F).
2. Make certain worm gear (G) Figs. 4 and 5, is in place in table bracket (H) as shown.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
G
H
G
H
ED
F
A
BCC
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UNPACKING AND CLEANING
Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from
all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone,
gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household
floor paste wax.
ASSEMBLY
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL
THE MACHINE IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL.
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE
Assembly for this machine takes less than 1 hour.
3mm Hex Wrench
5mm Hex Wrench
Plastic Mallet

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3. Insert raising rack (F) Fig. 6, which was removed in
STEP 1, into groove in table bracket making sure teeth
of worm gear (G) located inside table bracket are
engaged with teeth of raising rack (F).
Fig. 6
F
G
4. Slide raising rack (F) Fig. 7, table and table bracket onto drill press column, as shown. Make sure bottom of raising
rack (F) Fig. 8, is inside the flange (J) on drill press base.
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
FFJ
5. Re-assemble ring (E) Fig. 9, which was removed in STEP 1. IMPORTANT: Bottom of ring (E) MUST NOT be pushed
all the way down onto top of raising rack (F). MAKE SURE top of raising rack (F) is under bottom of ring (E) and that there
is enough clearance to allow rack (F) to rotate around the column. THEN TIGHTEN SET SCREW (D) BEING CAREFUL
NOT TO OVERTIGHTEN.
Fig. 9
D
E
F
6. Assemble table raising and lowering handle (K) Fig. 10, to worm gear shaft (G) and tighten screw (L) against flat on
shaft.
Fig. 10
GL
K

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7. Thread stud on clamp handle (M) Fig. 12, into hole in
rear of table bracket, as shown.
8. Place the drill press head (N) Fig. 13, onto the
column as far as it will go. Align head (A) Fig. 13A, to
table (B), and base (C). Tighten the two head locking
screws (O) Fig. 13, with wrench supplied.
9. Thread the three pinion shaft handles (P) Fig. 14, into
the three tapped holes located in the pinion shaft, as
shown.
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
N
O
P
M
Fig. 13A
A
B
C

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10. IMPORTANT: Make certain the spindle taper (Q) Fig. 15, and tapered hole in chuck (R) are clean and free of any
grease, lacquer or rust preventive coatings. NOTE: Household oven cleaner can effectively remove any substance
from the spindle and chuck; however, carefully follow the manufacturer's safety rules concerning its use.
11. IMPORTANT: Open the chuck jaws as wide as possible by turning the chuck sleeve (S) Fig.16.
12. Holding chuck on taper of spindle, tap with a soft tip hammer (T) or a block of wood and hammer to set chuck, as
shown in Fig. 16.
To avoid damage to the chuck, NEVER drive the chuck onto the spindle with a metal hammer.
Fig. 15 Fig. 16
Fig. 17
STARTING AND STOPPING DRILL
PRESS
The power switch is located at the front of the drill press
head. To turn the drill press “ON”, press the green start
button (A) Fig. 17. To stop the drill press, push the red
button (B).
Fig. 18
LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF”
POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the switch
should be locked in the OFF position using a padlock (C)
Fig. 18, with a 3/16" diameter shackle to prevent
unauthorized use.
Q
R
S
T
FASTENING DRILL PRESS TO
SUPPORTING SURFACE
If during operation there is any tendency for the machine
to tip over, slide or walk on the supporting surface, the
machine base must be secured to the supporting
surface with a M8x1.25x125mm carriage head screw,
8.5mm flat washer, 8.5mm lock washer, M8x1.25 hex
nut, through the two holes (A) Fig. 16A, located in the
machine base.
Fig. 16A
A
A
B
C
OPERATION
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS

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Fig. 18A
FLEXIBLE LAMP
The flexible lamp operates independently of the drill
press. To turn the lamp “ON” and “OFF”, rotate switch
(A) Fig. 18A.
To reduce the risk of fire, use 40 watt or
less, 120 volt, reflector track type light bulb (not
supplied). A standard household light bulb should not be
used. The reflector track type light bulb should not
extend below the lamp shade.
A
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
A
B
D
C
E
Fig. 23
TABLE ADJUSTMENTS
1. The table can be raised or lowered on the drill press
column by loosening the table clamp (A) Fig. 19, and
turning the table raising and lowering handle (B) Fig. 20.
After the table is at the desired height, tighten clamp (A)
Fig. 19. NOTE: Final positioning of the drill press table
should always be from the bottom to the up position.
2. The table can be rotated 360 degrees on the column
by loosening clamp (A) Fig. 19, rotate table to desired
position and tighten clamp (A).
3. The table can be tilted right or left by pulling out and
removing table alignment pin (C) Fig. 21. NOTE: If pin (C)
is difficult to remove, turn nut (E) clockwise to pull pin
out of casting.
4. Fig. 22, illustrates the table alignment pin (C)
removed. Loosen table locking bolt (D), tilt table to the
desired angle and tighten bolt (D). When returning table
to the level position, replace table alignment pin (C). This
will position the table surface at 90 degrees to the
spindle.
5. A tilt scale (E) Fig. 23, is provided on the table
bracket casting to indicate the degree of tilt. A witness
line and zero mark (F) are also provided on the table to
line up with the scale (E).
D
CFE

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VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL
To avoid damaging the drive belts and
pulleys, DO NOT turn speed control handles (A) Fig. 24,
unless motor is running. The pilot wheel handles (A) are
turned clockwise to increase speed and counterclockwise
to decrease speed. The speed range is 500 rpm to 3100
rpm.
Fig. 24
A
A
DRILLING HOLES TO DEPTH
Where a number of holes are to be drilled to exactly the
same depth, the stop nut (A) Fig. 25, on the threaded
stop rod (B) is used as follows:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
1. Insert bit into chuck.
2. Lower the chuck (C) Fig. 25, to the depth you wish
the holes to be drilled. Then lock the quill in position by
tightening quill locking lever (E). NOTE: Quill locking
lever (E) is spring-loaded and can be repositioned by
pulling out on the handle and repositioning the hub of
the handle on the bolt located underneath the hub.
3. Depress spring-loaded button (F) Fig. 25, and rapidly
move stop nut (A) until bottom of nut (A) contacts stop
(G). Then hold the pinion shaft handle and loosen quill
locking lever (E), the chuck and quill will return to the up
position by gradually allowing the pinon shaft handles to
rotate to the return position.
4. Place the material to be drilled on the drill press
table. Raise the drill press table until the material to be
drilled just touches the drill bit.
5. Drill a test hole to check the depth and readjust if
necessary by rotating stop nut (A) Fig. 25, for fine ad-
justment. It is not necessary to depress button (F) while
rotating stop nut (A) for fine adjustment.
Fig. 25
A
C
E
F
G
QUILL ADJUSTMENTS
The spindle is raised and lowered by means of the pilot
wheel (A) Fig. 26. The quill (B) can be locked at any
desired point in its travel by tightening the quill locking
lever (C). NOTE: The quill locking lever (C) is spring-
loaded and the handle can be repositioned by pulling
out on the handle (C) and repositioning the hub (D) of the
handle on the bolt located underneath the hub.
Fig. 26
A
BC
D

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INSTALLING AND REMOVING DRILL
BITS
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
1. Insert smooth end of drill bit (A) Fig. 29, into chuck
(B), as far as it will go, and then back the bit out 1/16",
or up to the flutes for small bits.
2. Make certain that the drill bit (A) Fig. 29, is centered
in the chuck (B) before tightening the chuck with the key
(C).
3. Turn the chuck key (C) Fig. 29, clockwise to tighten
and counterclockwise to loosen the chuck jaws.
4. Tighten all three chuck jaws to secure the drill bit
sufficiently so that it does not slip while drilling.
5. MAKE SURE chuck key (C) Fig. 29, is
removed from chuck before starting drill press. Your
chuck key (C) is equipped with a self-ejecting pin (D)
which helps minimize the hazard of the key being left in
the chuck.
Fig. 29
A
B
C
D
ADJUSTING SPINDLE RETURN SPRING
The spindle is automatically returned to its upper most position when the handle is released. It is recommended that
the handle be allowed to slowly return to the top position after each hole has been drilled in the material. This spring
has been properly adjusted at the factory and should not be disturbed unless absolutely necessary. To adjust the return
spring:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
1. Loosen nuts (B) and (E) Fig. 27. Make sure spring
housing (A) stays engaged with head casting.
2. While FIRMLY HOLDING spring housing (A) Fig. 27
pull out housing and rotate it until boss (D) is engaged
with the next notch on the housing. Turn the housing
counterclockwise to increase or clockwise to decrease
spring tension. Turn nut (E) until it contacts spring
housing (A), then back nut (E) out a 1/4 turn from spring
housing (A). Tighten nut (B) against nut (E), to hold the
housing in place. IMPORTANT: Inside nut (E) should
not contact spring housing (A) when tightened. Fig. 27
Your drill press is to be used with drill bits with a shank of 1/2" or less in diameter. The following will give the inexperienced
operator a start on common drill press operations. Use scrap material for practice to get a feel of the machine before
attempting regular work.
The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may result in risk of injury.
IMPORTANT: When the workpiece is long enough it
should always be positioned on the table with one end
against the left side of the column, as shown in Fig. 28.
This prevents the workpiece from rotating with the drill
bit or cutting tool, causing damage to the workpiece or
personal injury to the operator. If it is not possible to
support the workpiece against the column, the
workpiece should always be fastened to the table using
clamps or a vise.
Fig. 28
A
D
E
B
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CORRECT DRILLING SPEEDS
Factors which determine the best speed to use are: kind of material being worked, size of hole, type of drill or other
cutter, and quality of cut desired.
Use the recommended speed for the drill press bit and workpiece material.
BORING IN WOOD
Twist drills, although intended for metal drilling, may also be used for boring holes in wood. However, machine spur bits
are generally preferred for working in wood; they cut a flat bottom hole and are designed for removal of wood chips.
Do not use hand bits which have a screw tip; at drill press speeds they turn into the wood so rapidly as to lift the work
off the table and whirl it.
For through boring, line up the table so that the bit will enter the center hole to avoid damage to the table. Scribe a
vertical line on the front of the column and a matching mark on the table bracket and the drill press head, so that the
table and drill press head can be clamped in the center position at any height.
Feed slowly when the bit is about to cut through the wood to prevent splintering the bottom face. Use a scrap piece
of wood as a base block under the work; this helps to reduce splintering and protects the point of the bit.
DRILLING METAL
Use clamps to hold the work when drilling metal. The work should never be held in the bare hand; the drill bit may seize
the work at any time, especially when breaking through the stock. If the piece is whirled out of the operator's hand, the
operator may be injured. The drill bit will be broken if the work strikes the column.
The work must be clamped firmly while drilling; any tilting, twisting or shifting results not only in a rough hole, but also
increases drill bit breakage. For flat work, lay the piece on a wooden base and clamp it firmly down against the table
to prevent it from turning. If the piece is of irregular shape and cannot be laid flat on the table, it should be securely
blocked and clamped.
TROUBLESHOOTING
For assistance with your machine, visit our website at www.deltamachinery.com for a list of service centers or call
the DELTA Machinery help line at 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).

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LUBRICATION
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER
SOURCE.
1. Remove the six screws (A) Fig. 30 that hold the top
cover in place, and remove the top cover.
2. The variable speed pulleys should be oiled weekly
with a few drops of light machine oil in the two oil holes
(B) Fig. 31, located on top of the variable speed pulleys.
Oil the holes when the drill press is
turned OFF. Then turn the machine ON and run
through the low and high speed ranges a few times.
Fig. 30
Fig. 31
AA
B
B
MAINTENANCE
KEEP MACHINE CLEAN
Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed
air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp
cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could
possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.
Wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses while
using compressed air.
FAILURE TO START
Should your machine fail to start, check to make sure the
prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the
outlet. Also, check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers
in the line.
LUBRICATION
Apply household floor paste wax to the machine table and
extension table or other work surface weekly.
PROTECTING CAST IRON FROM RUST
To clean and protect cast iron tables from rust, you will
need the following materials: 1 pushblock from a jointer,
1 sheet of medium Scotch-Brite™ Blending Hand Pad, 1
can of WD-40®, 1 can of degreaser, 1 can of TopCote®
Aerosol. Apply the WD-40 and polish the table surface
with the Scotch-Brite pad using the pushblock as a
holddown. Degrease the table, then apply the TopCote®
accordingly.

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PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE
All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a network
of Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional
information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain parts, service, warranty assistance, or the location
of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).
A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers,
and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or
for the name of your nearest supplier.
Since accessories other than those offered by Delta have not been tested
with this product, use of such accessories could be hazardous. For safest operation, only
Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product.
ACCESSORIES
SERVICE

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Two Year Limited New Product Warranty
Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any new Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessory
which in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product
prepaid to a Delta factory service center or authorized service station with proof of purchase of the product within two
years and provides Delta with reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection. For all refurbished Delta
product, the warranty period is 180 days. Delta may require that electric motors be returned prepaid to a motor
manufacturer’s authorized station for inspection and repair or replacement. Delta will not be responsible for any asserted
defect which has resulted from normal wear, misuse, abuse or repair or alteration made or specifically authorized by
anyone other than an authorized Delta service facility or representative. Under no circumstances will Delta be liable for
incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective products. This warranty is Delta’s sole warranty and sets
forth the customer’s exclusive remedy, with respect to defective products; all other warranties, express or implied, whether
of merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise, are expressly disclaimed by Delta.
WARRANTY

The following are trademarks of PORTER-CABLE • DELTA (Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER-CABLE • DELTA S.A.) (Les marques
suivantes sont des marques de fabriquant de la PORTER-CABLE
• DELTA): Auto-Set®, BAMMER®, B.O.S.S.®, Builder’s Saw®, Contractor’s Saw®,
Contractor’s Saw II™, Delta®, DELTACRAFT®, DELTAGRAM™, Delta Series 2000™, DURATRONIC™, Emc²™, FLEX®, Flying Chips™, FRAME SAW®,
Grip Vac™, Homecraft®, INNOVATION THAT WORKS®, Jet-Lock®, JETSTREAM®, ‘kickstand®, LASERLOC®, MICRO-SET®, Micro-Set®, MIDI LATHE®,
MORTEN™, NETWORK™, OMNIJIG®, POCKET CUTTER®, PORTA-BAND®, PORTA-PLANE®, PORTER-CABLE®&(design), PORTER-
CABLE®PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS, PORTER-CABLE REDEFINING PERFORMANCE™, Posi-Matic®, Q-3®&(design), QUICKSAND®&(design),
QUICKSET™, QUICKSET II®, QUICKSET PLUS™, RIPTIDE™&(design), SAFE GUARD II®, SAFE-LOC®, Sanding Center®, SANDTRAP®&(design), SAW
BOSS®, Sawbuck™, Sidekick®, SPEED-BLOC®, SPEEDMATIC®, SPEEDTRONIC®, STAIR EASE®, The American Woodshop®&(design), The Lumber
Company®&(design), THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE®, THE PROFESSIONAL SELECT®, THIN-LINE™, TIGER®, TIGER CUB®, TIGER SAW®,
TORQBUSTER®, TORQ-BUSTER®, TRU-MATCH™, TWIN-LITE®, UNIGUARD®, Unifence®, UNIFEEDER™, Unihead®, Uniplane™, Unirip®, Unisaw®,
Univise®, Versa-Feeder®, VERSA-PLANE®, WHISPER SERIES®, WOODWORKER’S CHOICE™.
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registradas en otros países.
PORTER-CABLE • DELTA SERVICE CENTERS
(CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER-CABLE • DELTA)
Parts and Repair Service for Porter-Cable • Delta Machinery are Available at These Locations
(Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter-Cable
• Delta)
Authorized Service Stations are located in many large cities. Telephone [phone] or 731-541-6042 for assistance locating one.
Parts and accessories for Porter-Cable
· Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter-Cable · Delta Distributor, Authorized
Service Center, or Porter-Cable · Delta Factory Service Center. If you do not have access to any of these, call 800-223-7278 and you will
be directed to the nearest Porter-Cable
· Delta Factory Service Center. Las Estaciones de Servicio Autorizadas están ubicadas en muchas
grandes ciudades. Llame al 800-438-2486 ó al 731-541-6042 para obtener asistencia a fin de localizar una. Las piezas y los accesorios
para los productos Porter-Cable
· Delta deben obtenerse poniéndose en contacto con cualquier distribuidor Porter-Cable · Delta, Centro
de Servicio Autorizado o Centro de Servicio de Fábrica Porter-Cable
· Delta. Si no tiene acceso a ninguna de estas opciones, llame al
800-223-7278 y le dirigirán al Centro de Servicio de Fábrica Porter-Cable
· Delta más cercano.
ARIZONA
Phoenix 85013-2906
4501 N. 7th Ave.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
CALIFORNIA
Ontario 91761 (Los Angeles)
3949A East Guasti Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
San Diego 92111
7290 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
San Leandro 94577 (Oakland)
3039 Teagarden Street
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
COLORADO
Denver 80223
700 West Mississippi Ave.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
FLORIDA
Davie 33314 (Miami)
4343 South State Rd. 7 (441)
Unit #107
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Tampa 33634
4909 West Waters Ave.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
GEORGIA
Forest Park 30297 (Atlanta)
5442 Frontage Road,
Suite 112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
ILLINOIS
Addison 60101 (Chicago)
400 South Rohlwing Rd.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
KANSAS
Overland Park 66214
9201 Quivira Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
MARYLAND
Elkridge 21075 (Baltimore)
7397-102 Washington Blvd.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
MASSACHUSETTS
Franklin 02038 (Boston)
Franklin Industrial Park
101E Constitution Blvd.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
MICHIGAN
Madison Heights 48071 (Detroit)
30475 Stephenson Highway
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
MINNESOTA
Eden Prairie 55344
9709 Valley View Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
MISSOURI
St. Louis 63146
11477 Page Service Drive
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
NEW YORK
Flushing 11365-1595 (N.Y.C.)
175-25 Horace Harding Expwy.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
NORTH CAROLINA
Charlotte 28270
9129 Monroe Road, Suite 115
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
OHIO
Columbus 43229
1948 Schrock Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Parma Heights OH 44130
6485 Pearl Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
OREGON
Portland 97230
14811 North East Airport Way
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
PENNSYLVANIA
Willow Grove 19090
(Philadelphia)
520 North York Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
TEXAS
Carrollton 75006 (Dallas)
1300 Interstate 35 N, Suite 112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Houston 77022-2122
536 East Tidwell Rd.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
WASHINGTON
Auburn 98001(Seattle)
3320 West Valley HWY, North
Building D, Suite 111
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
PC7.2-0105-149
CANADIAN PORTER-CABLE • DELTA SERVICE CENTERS
ALBERTA
Bay 6, 2520-23rd St. N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 8L2
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
BRITISH COLUMBIA
8520 Baxter Place
Burnaby, B.C.
V5A 4T8
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
MANITOBA
1699 Dublin Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3H 0H2
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
ONTARIO
505 Southgate Drive
Guelph, Ontario
N1H 6M7
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
QUÉBEC
1515 ave.
St-Jean Baptiste, Suite 160
Québec, Québec
G2E 5E2
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
1447, Begin
St-Laurent, (Montréal),
Québec
H4R 1V8
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]