Hafco bd-325 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BD-325
Bench Drill (240V)
16mm Drill Capacity
D590

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING:Read all safety warnings and all instrucons. Failure to follow
the warnings and instrucons may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.Save all warnings and instrucons for future reference.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this drill press.
This machine has been designed for drilling large or small holes in metal, wood,plasc
etc.Before aempng to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instrucons carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and
that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long
and sasfactory service.
IMPORTANT
Please read all of the safety and operang instrucons carefully before using this
product. Please pay parcular aenon to all secons of these instrucons that
display warning symbols and noces.
WARNING: THIS SYMBOL IS USED THROUGHOUT THE
INSTRUCTIONS WHENEVER THERE IS A RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
ENSURE THAT THESE WARNINGS ARE READ AND UNDERSTOOD AT
ALL TIMES.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONNAL INJURY
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING. READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
GENERAL SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE
1. ALWAYS ensure that air can circulate around the machine and that the air
vents are unobstructed.
ALWAYS keep work area clean & dy. Cluered work areas and benches
invite accidents.
NEVER over-reach. Keep proper foong and balance at all mes.
NEVER store equipment in a wet/damp environment or expose to rain.
KEEP other persons away. Do not let persons, especially children, not
involved in the work, touch the tool or extension cable and keep them away
from the work area.
NEVER operate a machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medicaon.
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7. ALWAYS ensure the workplace is well lit. Ensure that lighng is placed so that
you will not be working in your own shadow.
Do not use tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate
the tool when you are red.
8.
9.
CARE OF POWER TOOLS
1. Read this manual carefully.Learn the machine applications and limitations,as
well as the specific potenal hazards peculiar to it.
2. ALWAYS keep guards in place and in working order. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
centre, unless otherwise indicated in this instrucon manual.
3. Remove any adjusng keys or wrenches before starng. Form the habit of
checking to ensure that keys, wrenches and tools are removed from the
machine.
4. Don’t force the machine and use the correct tool. It will do the job beer
and safer, at the rate for which it was intended.
5. ALWAYS disconnect the machine from the power supply before carrying out
any servicing or changing of accessories.
6. Before further use of the tool, it should be carefully checked to determine
that it will operate properly and perform its intended funcon. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounng or other condion that may affect its operaon.
7. Have defecve switches repaired by an authorized service centre. Do not
use a tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
8. ALWAYS check for any damage or any condion that could affect the
operaon of the machine. Damaged parts should be properly repaired.
9. NEVER remove the cover panel unless the machine is disconnected from the
power supply, and never use the machine with cover panels removed.
10. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This tool complies with the
relevant safety rules. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons
using original spare parts, otherwise this may result in considerable danger
to the user.
11. NEVER use this product for any other purpose than that described in this
booklet.
12. NEVER abuse the power cable by yanking the cable to disconnect it from the
socket. Keep the cable away from heat, oil or sharp edges.
13. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces.
14. If the tool should be used outdoors, use only extension cables intended for
outdoor use and marked accordingly.
15. Avoid accidental starng by making sure the power switch is offbefore
plugging in the power cable.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES
CAUTION: 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. 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. NEVER operate the machine unl it is completely assembled and you have
read and understood this enre manual.
3. ALWAYS use clamps or a drill vice bolted to the table, to hold the work. It
should never be held with bare hands.
4. ALWAYS shut offthe power & remove drill bit before leaving the machine.
5. ALWAYS 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.
7. NEVER leave the drill unaended whilst it is running. Turn the machine OFF
and do not leave unl it has come to a complete stop.
8. ALWAYS remove and store the drill bits when you have finished work.
9. NEVER aempt to drill into a workpiece that does not have a flat surface
unless a suitable support is used.
10. ALWAYS stop the drill before removing workpieces, work supports or swarf
from the table.
11. Keep drills sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instrucons for changing accessories.
12. Adjust the table or depth stop to avoid drilling into the table surface.
13. ALWAYS be sure that the drill bit is securely locked in the chuck.
14. NEVER assemble or set up any work on the table while the drill is running.
15. ALWAYS ensure the table lock is ght before starng the drill.
16. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
17. ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from the drill bit.
WARNING: DUST GENERATED FROM CERTAIN MATERIALS CAN BE
HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. ALWAYS OPERATE THE DRILL IN A
WELL VENTILATED AREA. USE A DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM IF
POSSIBLE.
WARNING: THE USE OF ANY ACCESSORY OR ATTACHMENT OTHER
THAN ONE RECOMMENDED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL MAY
PRESENT A RISK OF PERSONNAL INJURY.
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PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
1. Dress properly. Loose clothing or other jewellery may get caught in moving
parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protecve hair covering to
contain long hair..
2. ALWAYS wear safety glasses. (Everyday glasses are not safety glasses.)
3. Wear a face mask if drilling into any material which produces dust.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING! Read these electrical safety instrucƟons thoroughly
before connecƟng the product to the mains supply.
Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity
supply is the same as that indicated on the rang plate. Connecng it to any
other power source may cause damage.
This product may be fied with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change
the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refied. If the fuse cover becomes
lost or damaged, the plug must not be used unl a suitable replacement is
obtained.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or due to
damage, it should be cut offand a replacement fied,following the wiring
instrucons shown below.The old plug must be disposed of safely, as inseron
into a mains socket could cause an electrical hazard.
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①Pulley Cover ⑦Table ⑬Column
②Motor ⑧Table Holder ⑭Bolts
③Switch ⑨Belt Tension
Lock knob ⑮Depth Stop Lock Nuts
④Chuck guard ⑩Column
Support
⑤Chuck ⑪Base
⑥Feed Handle ⑫Main Housing
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
BENCH DRILL
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PEDESTAL DRILL
①Pulley Cover ⑧Table Holder ⑮Depth Stop Lock
Knob
②Motor ⑨Belt Tension
Lock knob ⑯Table Lock
③Switch ⑩Column
Support ⑰Table Adjustment Handle
④Chuck guard ⑪Base ⑱Rack Collar
⑤Chuck ⑫Main Housing ⑲Rack
⑥Feed
Handle ⑬Column
⑦Table ⑭Bolts
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UNPACKING
The drill press is delivered with the components shown last page.Check the parts
against the above list. Should there be any deficiencies or damage,you should
contact your dealer immediately where the product was originally purchased.Do
not discard the packaging unl the machine is assembled. The packaging consists
of cardboard and appropriately marked materials which can be sent to a
re-cycling facility.
To protect the machine parts from moisture, a protecve coang of light machine
oil will have been applied to the outside surfaces. Remove any excess with a paper
towel.
Take care when liing the head assembly, considering its weight.
Before use, the machine must be mounted, and securely bolted, to a strong,heavy
workbench, of sufficient height that you will be standing upright when working.
Ensure the work place is adequately lit, and that you will not be working in your
own shadow.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING!During assembly ensure the drill press is disconnected
from the power supply.
Carefully remove contents from the packing box.
Select a firm, level surface on which to assemble the drill press.
BASE & COLUMN
1. Select the base (Fig. 1)and align the column support over the large hole
(Fig. 2).
Align the holes in the column support with those in the base and secure in
place using the bolts and washers.Using a spanner securely ghten all bots
(Fig. 3).
We recommend mounng the base to stable surface for proper support.
Slide the column into the column support(Fig.4).
2.
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4.
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RACK & TABLE
2.Install the rack into the table support as
shown (Fig. 6).
3.Assemble the support and rack onto the
column, ensuring the rack is posioned
on the right side of the column (when
viewing the product from the front) (Fig.
7).
4.Slide the rack all the way down unl it locates into the lower column
support(Fig. 8). Slide the collar, tapered side facing down, over the column
unl it locates the rack. Tighten the grub screw on upper collar (Fig.9).
5.Fix table adjustment handle on the
support (Fig. 10).
Fig.5
Fig.6
Fig.8
Fig.10
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Fig.9
1. Slide one of the rack collars, tapered
side facing up, over the column until it
reaches the column support (Fig. 5).
Note : For Pedestal drill PD-325(D592),
PD-360(D596), PD-440(D598),
PD-510(D600) Only.
5. Secure in place with 2 grub screws using
the hex key (Fig. 5).
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5. Assemble table onto table support,
ghten in place with table lock (Fig. 11).
MAIN HOUSING
1. Lithe main housing and slide it down
onto the column as far as it will go (Fig.
12). Before securing the housing, ensure
the spindle aligns with the table and
base.
2. To secure in posion ghten the grub
screws on the leand right hand sides
of the housing (Fig. 13).
3. To fit the feed wheel handles, screw
them into feed wheel hub (Fig. 14).
4. For some cast iron feed handle, ghten the 3 grub screws to wheel hub
(Fig.15)then fix the plasc case on cast iron feed handle as shown Fig. 16.
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CHUCK & ARBOR
1. Before any assembly, ensure the chuck
jaws are wound all the way up (inside
the chuck) to prevent them from
damage (Fig. 17).
2. Tighten Philip's head screws of the
chuck guard to quill sha(Fig. 18).
3. Fit the tapered arbor end into the
chuck by hand, using reasonable fore
(Fig. 19).
4. The arbor can then be inserted into the
quill, twisng the arbor as you insert,
aligning the tang into the slot. It should
fit in with lile resistance (Fig. 20).
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Fig.17
Fig.19
Fig.20
5. Once it is located a firm tap on the
underside of the chuck with a so
hammer is required to secure it. The
chuck & arbor are installed correctly if
they cannot be pulley out with hand
force (Fig. 21).
Fig.21
Fig.21
Fig.18
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SETTINGS AND AJUSTEMENTS
WARNING! During seƫngs and adjustments ensure the drill press
is disconnected from the power supply.
TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1. Loosen the table support lock (Fig. 22).
2. Rotate the table adjustment handle to
set the desired table height and ghten
the table rock to secure the table in
posion (Fig. 23).
TABEL BEVEL ADJUSTMENT
1. The bevel angel is adjusted by loosening
the bolt that is located underneath
table support with a spanner (Fig. 24).
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2. Aer lng the working table (Fig. 25)
to appropriate posion, re-ghten the
bolt to secure its posion.
CAUTION: When the table is angled/tilted, ensure the workpiece
is clamped to the table.
Fig.22
Fig.23
Fig.24
Fig.25
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INSTALLING STRAIGHT SHANK DRILL BITS
1. Using the chuck key, loosen the jaws of
the chuck by rotang in an
an-clockwise direcon (Fig. 26).
2. Insert the drill bit into the chuck (Fig.
27).
3. Whilst holding the drill bit in one hand
rotate the top collar of the chuck in a
clockwise direcon. Insert the chuck key
into 1 of the 3 rotang holes and ghten
unl drill bit is secure (Fig. 28).
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Fig.26
Fig.27
Fig.28
MORSE TAPER DRILL BITS
To use Morse taper bits, remove chuck and arbor.
1. Turn arbor unl the tang aligns with the
slot in the quill (Fig. 29).
Fig.29
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2. Insert the drikey into the slot and tap
firmly with a metal hammer unl it
releases. (Ensure the chuck jaws are
wound all the way up to prevent
damage (Fig. 30).
3. Place tapper bit into the spindle hole,
twisng and pushing upward unl bit is
sung (Fig. 31).
4. Place block of wood on the table and raise up table unl the tapered bit is
firmly into the spindle.
PRE-SETTING THE DRILLING DEPTH
BENCH TYPE
To set the depth of the hole, adjust the depth stop as follows:
1. Lower the chuck with the power OFF, unl the drill bit touches the surface
of the workpiece, and hold in that posion.
2. Spin down the adjuster nut so that the
gap between its underside and top of
bracket is the depth of the hole required.
Screw down the lock nut and lock it
against the adjuster nut.
The drill is now set to drill holes to your pre-determined depth from that
parcular start point. i.e. Providing the surface of your workpiece is flat and level,
you may drill a series of holes, each to the same depth.
The scale and pointer can be used when drilling individual holes.
Lower the chuck unl the drill bit touches the work, set the pointer against a
point on the scale, and proceed to drill to the required depth, using the scale.
Fig.32
Fig.31
Fig.30
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FLOOR TYPE
To stop spindle (and bit) at a desired depth:
1. Loosen depth stop lock knob by turning in an an-clockwise direcon (Fig.
33).
2. Rotate depth scale to the desired depth, then ghten half wing bolt (Fig.
34).
To hold the spindle (and bit) at a desired depth:
1. Loosen depth stop lock knob, turn feed
wheel handle to lowest point (Fig.35).
2. Rotate depth scale to desired depth and
re-ghten depth stop lock knob. This will
hold assembly staonery at desired
depth.
CHANING THE SPEED
BENCH TYPE
Before changing the speeds, ensure the machine is switched OFF, and
disconnected from the power supply.
1. Open the pulley cover.
2. Slacken offthe belt tension locking knob, to relieve any tension on the drive
belt.
3. Consult the chart inside the pulley cover, and posion the belt on the
pulley's according to the spindle speed required.
4.
When the belt has been correctly posioned, re-tension by levering the
motor away from the head.Lever the motor, with its bracket,away from the
head, so that tension is applied to the
belt. Tension is correct when the belt
deflects by approx. ½”at its centre,
when using reasonable thumb pressure.
Lock the motor in this posion using
the locking knob.
Fig.34
Fig.36
Fig.33
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Fig.35
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FLOOR TYPE
The speed of the drill press can be changed by adjusng the belt on the pulley
system. See chart inside pulley cover for speed configuraons.
1. Release the belt tension locking knobs
located on either side of the main
housing (Fig.37).
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2. Once the tension is released, the belt
tension handle can be used to move the
motor pulley closer to the idler pulley
(Fig.38).
3. The belt is removed by liing it over the
lip of the pulley while rotang the
pulley simultaneously (Fig.39).
4. Aer re-adjusng the belts, use the belt
tension handle to move the motor pulley
further away from the idler pulley. When
the desired posion is achieved use the
locking knobs to secure the pulleys in
place (Fig.40)
5. Proper belt tension is achieved when
the measured deflecon (by pushing in
the centre of the belt) is approx. 5mm
(Fig. 41).
Fig.37
Fig.38
Fig.41
Fig.39
Fig.40
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OPERATION
TURNING ON AND OFF
Note: The pulley cover must be closed to operate the drill press.
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DRILLING
1. Ensure the drill press is switched offand disconnected from the power
supply.
2. Loosen the jaws of the chuck with the chuck key by turning in an
an-clockwise direcon and insert the selected drill bit into the as far as it
will go.
3. Insert the chuck key into 1 of the 3 locang holes and ghten unl drill bit is
secure.
Select your drilling depth and secure the depth stop lock knob in posion.4.
Switch the drill press On by pressing the green(I)buon on the switch
(Fig.42-43).
Switch the drill press Offby pressing the red(O)buon on the switch.
Secure your workpiece to the table if possible,use a vice or clamps.
1.
2.
3.
5. Adjust the table to your desired posion.
6. Slowly rotate the feed wheel handles to bring the drill bit down towards the
table and into your workpiece. Aer drilling a hole, release the feed wheel
handles slowly to return the chuck to its original posion.
7. Connue the operaon unl the task is completed. When completed, switch
the drill press Offby pressing the red (O) buon on the switch.
MAINTENANCE
For maximum performance, it is essenal that the Drill Press is properly
maintained. Always inspect it before use. Any damage should be repaired, and
faults recfied. Always remove the plug from the power supply before carrying
out any adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
Fig.42 Fig.43
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MONTHLY (IF IN REGULAR USE)
1. Check ghtness of mounng bolts, and head and column securing set
screws.
Check the drive belt for wear, and replace if frayed or damaged.
Blow out with compressed air, or vacuum clean out, any dust that may have
accumulated in the motor fan vents.
Apply a thin coat of wax paste or light oil to the table and column, for
lubricaon, and to help prevent corrosion.
If the mains lead is damaged in any way, it should be replaced immediately.
2.
3.
4.
LUBRICATION
All bearings are packed with grease at the factory and require no further
lubricaon.
Occasionally, lubricate the quill shaassembly and rack with light oil if required.
AFTER USE
Remove all swarf from the machine and thoroughly clean all surfaces.
Components should be kept dry, with machined surfaces lightly oiled.
Always remove drill bits, and store in a safe place.
Please refer to the trouble shoong chart on pages down. If you are unable to.
recfy any faults, please contact your local dealer for assistance.
Fig.44 Fig.45
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Noisy
operaon
(under load).
a. Incorrect belt tension.
b. Dry spindle.
c. Loose pulley.
d. Loose belt.
e. Worn bearing.
a. Adjust tension.
b. Remove spindle and quill
assembly and lubricate.
c. Tighten pulley.
d. Adjust belt tension.
e. Replace bearing.
Excessive drill
wobble.
a. Loose chuck.
b. Worn spindle or bearing.
c. Worn chuck.
d. Bent drill bit.
a. Tighten by pressing chuck down
on to a block of wood against
the table.
b. Replace spindle shaor bearing.
c. Replace chuck.
d. Renew drill bit.
Motor won’t
start.
a. Power supply.
b. Motor connecon.
c. Switch connecon faulty.
d. Faulty switch.
e. Motor windings burned.
f. Pulley cover not closed.
g. Micro switch on cover
not operang.***
a. Check power cord/fuse.
b. Check motor connecons.
c. Check switch connecons.
d. Replace switch.
e. Replace motor.
f. Close pulley cover.
g. Check operaon of micro switch,
and renew/adjust as necessary.
Drill binds in
workpiece.
a. Excessive feed pressure.
b. Loose belt.
c. Loose drill.
d. Incorrect bit speed.
e. Drill angles incorrect
for type of material.
a. Apply less pressure.
b. Check belt tension.
c. Tighten drill with key.
d. Adjust the drill speed
reasonably.
e. Consult a technical manual
dealing with materials, drills and
cung angles, and sharpen drill
accordingly.
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Drill bit burns
or smokes.
a. Incorrect speed.
b.Swarf is not discharging.
c. Dull drill or not proper.
clearance for material.
d. Needs coolant.
e. Excessive feed pressure
a. Adjust drill speed accordingly.
b. Clean drill.
c. Check sharpness & taper.
d. Use coolant whilst drilling.
e. Apply less pressure.
Table difficult
to raise.
a. Needs lubricaon.
b. Table lock ghtened.
a. Lubricate with light oil.
b. Loosen clamp.
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