Porter-Cable PCXB620DP User manual

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10 IN. (254 MM) DRILL PRESS
PERCEUSE À COLONNE DE 254 MM
(10 PO)
254 MM (10 PULGADAS)
PERFORADORA DE COLUMNA
CATALOG NUMBER
PCXB620DP
Instruction Manual
Manuel d’instructions
Manual de instrucciones
www.portercable.com
INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN,
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INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL
PRODUCTO.

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2016/09
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 2
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65................................................................................ 3
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS ..................................................................... 3
POWER TOOL SAFETY ............................................................................................. 4
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES.............................................. 6
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY ........................................................ 8
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY ........................................................................... 10
CARTON CONTENTS ................................................................................................ 10
KNOW YOUR DRILL PRESS ....................................................................... 12
GLOSSARY OF TERMS.............................................................................................. 13
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................. 14
OPERATION ............................................................................................................... 19
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................... 23
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ...................................................................... 23
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................................... 24
PARTS LIST................................................................................................................. 26
WARRANTY................................................................................................................. 28
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
To avoid electrical hazards, re hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit
protection. Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. The drill press is wired at the
factory for 120 Volt operation. It must be connected to a 120 V, 3.2 AMP branch circuit
and use a 3.2 AMP time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or re, replace
power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.
Printed in China
WARNING
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MOTOR TABLE
Power Source .…. 120 V, 60 Hz, 3.2 A Size ................................. 7-5/8 in. x 6-1/2 in.
Speed (No load) .. 1720 RPM (194 x 165 mm)
Type .................... Induction BASE
Volts .................... 120 volts AC only Size ................................. 12-1/2 in. x 7-5/16 in.
LAMP................... Yes (319 x 186 mm)
Spindle Travel ..... 2 in. (50 mm) Chuck to Column ............ 5 in. (127 mm)
Speeds (RPM) .... 610~2800 RPM Chuck to Base ................ 16-9/64 in. (410 mm)
Chuck Size .......... 1/2 in. (12.7 mm)
Column Size ....... 1-7/8 in. (48 mm)

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WARNING ICONS
Your power tool and its Instruction Manual may contain “WARNING ICONS” (a picture symbol
intended to alert you to and/or instruct you how to avoid a potentially hazardous condition).
Understanding and heeding these symbols will help you operate your tool better and safer.
Shown below are some of the symbols you may see.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the state of California 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, such as those dust masks that are specially designed
to lter out microscopic particles.
Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and
other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap
and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote
absorption of harmful chemicals.
Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory
protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
SAFETY ALERT: Precautions that involve your safety.
PROHIBITION
WEAR EYE PROTECTION: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields.
WEAR RESPIRATORY AND HEARING PROTECTION: Always wear respiratory and hearing
protection.
READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL: To reduce the risk of injury, user and
all bystanders must read and understand instruction manual before using
this product.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM THE MOVING PART AND CUTTING SURFACE: Failure to
keep your hands away from the moving part and cutting surface will result in serious personal
injury.
SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK
WARNING
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WARNING
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WARNING
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CAUTION
DANGER
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CAUTION
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POWER TOOL SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL
Safety is a combination of common sense,
staying alert and knowing how to use your
power tool.
●To avoid mistakes that could cause
serious injury, do not plug the tool in
until you have read and understood the
following.
●Read all instructions before operating
product. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, re and/or serious
injury.
1. READ and become familiar with the
entire Instruction Manual. LEARN
the tool’s application, limitations and
possible hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working
order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking
to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from the tool before turning
ON.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.
5. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use power tools
in damp locations, or expose them to rain
or snow. Keep work area well lit.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and
bystanders should be kept a safe distance
from work area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with
padlocks, master switches or by removing
starter keys.
8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the
tool or an attachment to do a job for which
it was not designed.
10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDS.
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 result in a drop
in line voltage and in loss of power which
will cause the tool to overheat. The table
on page 9 shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord.
11. 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.
12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. Any power tool
can throw foreign objects into
the eyes and could cause permanent
eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety
Goggles (not glasses) that comply with
ANSI Safety standard Z87.1. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact–resistant
lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.
NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in
compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could
seriously injure you when they break.
13. WEAR A FACE MASK OR
DUST MASK. Sawing operation
produces dust.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps
or a vise to hold work when
practical. It is safer than using
your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER
SOURCE before servicing, and when
changing accessories such as blades,
bits and cutters.
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16. REDUCE THE RISK OF
UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in the OFF position before
plugging the tool in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult this Instruction Manual for
recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to yourself or others.
18. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious
injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
19. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before
further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function
– check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER
“OFF”. Do not walk away from a running
tool until the blade comes to a complete
stop and the tool is unplugged from the
power source.
21. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
23. DO NOT use power tool in presence of
ammable liquids or gases.
24. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under
the inuence of any drugs, alcohol or
medicationn that could affect your ability
to use the tool properly.
25. Dust generated from certain materials
can be hazardous to your health. Always
operate saw in well-ventilated area and
provide for proper dust removal.
26.
People with electronic devices, such
as pacemakers, should consult their
physician(s) before using this product.
Operation of electrical equipment in
close proximity to a heart pacemaker
could cause interference or failure of the
pacemaker.
27. WEAR HEARING PROTECTION
to reduce the risk of induced
hearing loss.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESS
10. SECURE THE WORK. Use clamps or a
vise to hold the work. It’s safer than using
your hand and it frees both hands to
operate tool.
11. WHEN using a drill press vise, always
fasten to the table.
12. MAKE SURE all clamps and locks are
rmly tightened before drilling.
13. MAKE SURE there are no nails or foreign
objects in the part of the workpiece to
be drilled.
14. SECURELY LOCK THE HEAD and table
support to the column, and the table to
the table support before operating the
drill press.
15. NEVER turn your drill press on before
clearing the table of all objects (tools,
scraps of wood, etc.). Remove material or
debris from the area that might be ignited
by hot chips.
16. Crowded, cluttered work areas that can
cause tripping or loss of balance are
particularly dangerous.
17. BEFORE STARTING the operation, jog
the motor switch to make sure the drill bit
does not wobble or vibrate.
18. LET THE SPINDLE REACH FULL
SPEED before starting to drill. If your drill
press makes an unfamiliar noise or if it
vibrates excessively, stop immediately,
turn the drill press off and unplug. Do
not restart the unit until the problem is
corrected.
19. DO NOT perform layout assembly or set
up work on the table while the drill press
is in operation.
20. USE THE RECOMMENDED SPEED
for any drill press accessory and for
different workpiece material. READ THE
INSTRUCTIONS that come with the
accessory.
21. WHEN DRILLING large diameter holes,
clamp the workpiece rmly to the table.
Otherwise, the bit may grab and spin the
workpiece at high speeds. DO NOT USE
y cutters or multiple-part hole cutters,
as they can come apart or become
unbalanced in use.
Following good safety practices when using
drill presses is a must. Make a habit of
including safety in all your activities.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
OPERATING PRODUCT. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS LISTED
BELOW MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC
SHOCK, FIRE AND OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Do not operate this tool until it is assembled
and installed according to the instructions.
1. YOUR DRILL PRESS MUST BE
BOLTED securely to a workbench. In
addition, if there is any tendency for
your drill press to move during certain
operations, bolt the workbench to the
oor.
2. DO NOT try to drill material too small to
be securely held.
3. ALWAYS keep hands out of the path of
a drill bit. Avoid awkward hand positions
where a sudden slip could cause your
hand to move into the drill bit.
4. DO NOT install or use any drill bit that
exceeds 7 in. (175 mm) in length or
extends 6 in. (150 mm) below the chuck
jaws. They can suddenly bend outward or
break.
5. DO NOT USE wire wheels, router bits,
shaper cutters, circle (y) cutters, or
rotary planers on this drill press.
6. WHEN cutting a large piece of material,
make sure it is fully supported at the table
height.
7. NEVER hold the work piece by hand.
Secure the work piece with a clamp or
another appropriate xture if it is not long
enough to be braced against the table
column.
8. CLAMP THE WORKPIECE OR BRACE
IT against the left side of the column to
prevent rotation. If it is too short or the
table is tilted, clamp it solidly to the table.
9. IF THE WORKPIECE overhangs the table
such that it will fall or tip if not held, clamp
it to the table or provide auxiliary support.
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22. DO NOT use bits with screw tips. These
bits will pull the workpiece up from the
table and start to spin, causing a serious
risk of injury.
23. MAKE SURE the spindle has come to
a complete stop before touching the
workpiece.
24. TO AVOID INJURY from accidental
starting, always turn the switch “OFF” and
unplug the drill press before installing or
removing any accessory or attachment or
making any adjustment.
25. Be sure the chuck is tightly secured to
the spindle.
26. USE ONLY THE SELF-EJECTING TYPE
CHUCK KEY as provided with the drill
press. Tighten the bit securely in the
chuck. The chuck key can be thrown at a
high velocity if not removed, causing risk
for injury.
27. DO NOT FORCE DRILLING. The tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it is was intended.
28. If the bit binds in the workpiece, release
the on/off switch immediately. Unplug the
tool, then free the bit from the workpiece.
Do not try to free a jammed bit by starting
and stopping the tool.
29. DO NOT touch the drill bit or cuttings.
The drill bit and cuttings are hot
immediately after drilling.
30. ALWAYS shut off, unplug and lock the
drill press, if a lock in available, and store
the key.

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POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
SPECIFICATIONS
To avoid electrical hazards, re hazards,
or damage to the tool, use proper circuit
protection. Use a separate electrical circuit
for your tool. Your grinder is wired at the
factory for 120 V operation. Connect to a
120 V, 3.2 Amp circuit and use a 3.2 Amp
time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid
shock or re, if power cord is worn, cut,
or damaged in any way, have it replaced
immediately.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This tool must be grounded while in use to
protect the operator from electrical shock.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR
BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electric currents and
reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool
is equipped with an electrical cord that has
an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into a matching receptacle that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
If it will not t the receptacle, have the proper
receptacle installed by a qualied electrician.
IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in risk of
electric shock. The conductor with the green
insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is
the equipment grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electrical cord or plug
is necessary, do not connect the equipment
grounding conductor to a live terminal.
CHECK with a qualied electrician or service
person if you do not completely understand
the grounding instructions, or if you are not
certain the tool is properly grounded.
USE only 3-wire extension cords that have
three-pronged grounding plugs with three-
pole receptacles that accept the tool’s
plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn
cords immediately.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY
WARNING
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Use a separate electrical circuit for your tool.
This circuit must not be less than #18 wire
and should be protected with a 3.2 Amp time
lag fuse. Before connecting the motor to the
power line, make sure the switch is in the off
position and the electric current is rated the
same as the current stamped on the motor
nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will
damage the motor.
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. Use an extension cord 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, overheating and burning out of the
motor. The table below shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord.
Make sure your extension cord is properly
wired and in good condition. Always replace a
damaged extension cord or have it repaired by
a qualied technician before using it. Protect
your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(When usng 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total length of Cord
More Than Not More Than 25 50 100 150 ft.
(7.62 15.24 30.48 45.72 m)
AWG- American Wire Gauge
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12
Not Recommended
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This tool is for indoor use only. Do not expose
to rain or use in damp locations.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that
has a receptacle like the one illustrated in
Fig. 1. Fig. 1 shows a three-pronged electrical
plug and receptacle that has a grounding
conductor. If a properly grounded receptacle
is not available, an adapter (Fig. 2) can be
used to temporarily connect this plug to
a two-contact grounded receptacle. The
adapter (Fig. 2) has a rigid lug extending from
it that MUST be connected to a permanent
earth ground, such as a properly grounded
receptacle box.
In all cases, make certain the receptacle is
properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a
qualied electrician check the receptacle.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Three-Pronged Plug
Grounding Prong
Properly Grounded
Three-Pronged
Receptacle
Grounding Lug
Make sure this is
connected to a
known ground.
Two-Pronged
Receptacle
Adapter

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CARTON CONTENTS
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
Carefully unpack the drill press and all its
parts, and compare against the list below and
the illustration on the next page. Place the
drill press on a secure surface and examine
it carefully.
●To avoid injury from unexpected starting
or electrical shock, do not plug the
power cord into a source of power during
unpacking and assembly. The cord must
remain unplugged whenever you are
adjusting/assembling the drill press.
●The drill press is heavy and should
be lifted with care. If needed, get the
assistance of someone to lift and move
the drill press.
●If any part is missing or damaged, do not
attempt to assemble the drill press, or
plug in the power cord until the missing or
damaged part is correctly replaced.
TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS
WARNING
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ITEM DESCRIPTION Q’TY
A. Head Assembly 1
B. Table Assembly 1
C. Base 1
D. Feed Handles 3
E. Chuck & Key Hardware
Chuck 1
Chuck Key 1
F. Column Assembly 1
G. Hardware Bag
Lock Handle 1
Crank Handle 1
Worm Gear 1
Hex Wrenches 2
Hex Bolts 3
Rack 1
Rack Ring 1
H. Aa Batteries 2
Supplied Not Supplied
Slotted screwdriver
Adjustable wrenches
Wrench
3 mm hex key
Combination square
Block of wood
Hammer or rubber
mallet
4 mm hex key

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UNPACKING YOUR DRILL PRESS
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KNOW YOUR DRILL PRESS
Spindle pulley
Motor pulley
Front Rear
Pulley cover
Belt tension
lock knob
Table crank
handle
Rack
Table bracket
Motor
Chuck key holder Pulley cover
Mounting holes
Table
Chuck
Column
ON/OFF
switch with
safety key
Hex head
lock screws
ON/OFF LED
light switch
Depth scale
pointer
Quill return
coil / spring
Depth stop
nuts
LED light
Table lock
handle
Bevel lock
bolt
Base
Feed
handles
Rack ring

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
DRILLING SPEED – Changed by placing
the belt in any of the steps (grooves) in the
pulleys. See the Spindle Speed Chart inside
belt guard.
FEED HANDLES – Moves the chuck up
or down. One or two of the handles may
be removed if necessary whenever the
workpiece is of such unusual shape that it
interferes with the handles.
HEX HEAD LOCK SCREWS – Locks the
head to the column. ALWAYS lock the head in
place while operating the drill press.
LED LIGHT – or Worklight. This tool comes
equipped with a worklight that provides
additional light to the work area.
RACK – Combines with gear mechanism
to provide easy elevation of the table by the
hand operated table crank.
RACK RING – Hold the top of the rack in
place on the column. Make sure this is tight
before operating drill.
REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (R.P.M.) –
The number of turns completed by a spinning
object in one minute.
SPINDLE SPEED – The R.P.M. of the spindle.
SPRING CAP – Adjusts the quill return spring
tension.
TABLE HANDLE LOCK – Tightens the table
bracket to the column. Always have it locked in
place while operating the drill press.
TABLE – Provides a working surface to
support the workpiece.
TABLE BEVEL LOCK – Locks the table in
any position from 0° to 45°.
TABLE CRANK HANDLE – Elevates and
lowers the table. Turn clockwise to elevate the
table. Support lock must be released before
operating the crank.
TABLE LOCK – Locks the table after it is
rotated to various positions.
TABLE BRACKET – Rides on the column to
support the table arm and table.
WORKPIECE – Material being drilled.
BASE – Supports drill press. For additional
stability, holes are provided in the base to bolt
drill press to the oor. (See “ADDITIONAL
SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES”.)
BACKUP MATERIAL – A piece of scrap wood
placed between the workpiece and table. The
backup board prevents wood in the workpiece
from splintering when the drill passes
through the backside of the workpiece. It also
prevents drilling into the table top.
PULLEY COVER – Covers the pulleys and belt
during operation of the drill press.
BELT TENSION – Refer to the “Assembly”
Section, “Installing and Tensioning Belt.”
BELT TENSION LOCK KNOBS – Tightening
the knobs locks the motor bracket support
and the belt tension handle, maintaining
correct belt distance and tension.
BEVEL SCALE – Shows degree of table tilt
for bevel operations. The scale is mounted on
the side of the arm.
CHUCK – Holds a drill bit or other recommended
accessory to perform desired operations.
CHUCK KEY – A self-ejecting chuck key
which will pop out of the chuck when you
let go of it. This action is designed to help
prevent throwing of the chuck key from the
chuck when the power is turned “ON.” Do not
use any other key as a substitute; order a
new one if damaged or lost.
COLUMN ASSEMBLY – Connects the head,
table, and base on a one piece tube for easy
alignment and movement. Mounts to base.
COLUMN COLLAR – Holds the rack to the
column. Rack remains movable in the collar
to permit table support movements.
DEPTH SCALE STOP NUTS – Lock the
spindle to a selected depth.
DEPTH SCALE – Indicates depth of hole
being drilled.
DRILL BIT – The cutting tool used in the drill
press to make holes in a workpiece.
ON/OFF SWITCH – Has locking feature.
This feature is intended to help prevent
unauthorized and possible hazardous use by
children and others. Insert the key into the
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Fig. B
3. Place the rack (5) into the inside of table
bracket (4) as shown in Fig. C, making
sure the worm gear (2) in the table
bracket (4) is engaged with the teeth of
the rack (5) and the arrow stamped on the
rack is pointing up.
4. Slide the table with the rack onto the
column. (Fig. D)
5. Engage the bottom of the rack (5) with
the lip of the column assembly. Tighten
the table lock handle (1) to lock the table
to the column assembly.
NOTE: Do not overtighten.
Fig. C
Fig. D
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
Estimated Assembly Time: 25 - 35 Minutes.
●For your safety, never connect plug
to power source receptacle until all
assembly and adjustment steps are
all complete, and you have read and
understood the safety instructions.
●The drill press is a heavy power tool
and should be lifted with the help
of two people OR MORE to safely
assemble it.
ASSEMBLING COLUMN TO BASE (FIG. A)
1. Position the base (2) on a at and stable
work surface (must be able to support
100 lbs.).
2. Place the column assembly (1) on the
base (2). Align the three mounting holes
of the column assembly to the holes of
the base.
3. Bag “G” - Locate the three hex bolts (3)
from the parts bag.
4. Place a hex bolt (3) in each hole through
the column assembly and thread into the
base. Tighten with a 12 mm wrench.
Fig. A
INSTALLING THE TABLE (FIG. B~F)
1. Bag “G” - Install the table lock handle (1)
into the hole at the rear of the table
bracket (4).
NOTE: Install the handle from left to right,
so it enters the non-threaded side of the
table bracket rst.
2. Bag “G” -
Insert the worm gear (2) into the
table crank handle hole (3) from inside of
the table bracket (4). Make sure the worm
gear (2) meshes with the inside gear.
NOTE: Do not remove the lubrication
from this worm gear.
2
1
3
1
5
2
13
4
2
4
5
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6. Install the rack ring (6) onto the column,
so the top lip of the rack sits into the rack
ring (6). (Fig. E)
NOTE:
To avoid column or collar damage,
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the set screw (7).
The bottom of the collar MUST NOT be
pushed all the way down onto the top of
the rack. MAKE SURE the top of the rack
is under the bottom of the collar and that
there is enough clearance to allow the
rack to freely rotate around the column.
Tighten the set screw (7) using the 3 mm
hex wrench.
Fig. E
7. Install the table crank handle (8) onto the
worm gear shaft (9) on the side of the
table bracket. (Fig. F)
8. Line up the at side of the shaft with the
set screw (10) in the crank handle and
tighten the screw with the 3 mm hex
wrench provided. Do not overtighten.
Fig. F
INSTALLING THE HEAD (FIG. G)
The Drill Press head is very heavy and
MUST be lifted with the help of 2 people
OR MORE to safely assemble the Drill
Press head on the column.
1. Carefully lift the head (1) and slide it onto
the column (2). Make sure the head (1)
slides down over the column as far as
possible. Align the head with the base.
2. Tighten the two head locking set screws (3)
on the right side of the head by using the
provided 4 mm hex wrench.
Fig. G
INSTALLING FEED HANDLES (FIG. H)
1. Bag “D” - Locate the three feed
handles (1) in the loose parts bag.
2. Thread each feed handle (1) into the
threaded holes (2) on the hub assembly (3)
and tighten.
Fig. H
INSTALLING THE CHUCK (FIG. I, J)
Before any assembly of the chuck and
arbor to the drill press head, clean all
mating surfaces with a non petroleum
based product; such as alcohol or lacquer
thinner. Any oil or grease used in the
packing of these parts must be removed
otherwise the chuck may come loose
during operation.
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1. Bag “E” -
Clean out the tapered hole in
the chuck (1) with a clean cloth and a
non-alcohol based cleaner. Wipe clean all
oil reside and any dirt or grime thoroughly.
(Fig. I)
2. Clean tapered surfaces on the spindle (2)
in the same manner as above.
NOTE: Make sure there are no foreign
particles sticking to the surfaces. The
slightest piece of dirt or oil reside on any
of these surfaces will prevent the chuck
from seating properly. This will cause the
drill chuck and bit to wobble.
3. Open the jaws of the chuck (1) by
rotating the chuck sleeve clockwise. To
prevent damage, make sure the jaws are
completely receded into the chuck.
4. Unlock the table lock handle and rotate the
table away from the bottom of the chuck.
5. Insert the chuck (1) onto the spindle (2),
pushing upwards all the way.
Fig. I
6. Using a rubber mallet or a hammer and
a block of wood, tap the chuck onto the
spindle rmly. (Fig. J)
Fig. J
REMOVING THE CHUCK (FIG. J)
1. Turn the feed handles to lower the chuck
to the lowest position.
2. Place a ball joint separator (not shown)
above the chuck and tap it lightly with a
hammer or rubber mallet to cause the
chuck to drop from the spindle.
●Never hit the chuck directly with the
hammer or rubber mallet.
●To avoid possible damage to the
chuck, raise the jaws all the way rst
and be prepared to catch the chuck as
it falls.
CHUCK KEY STORAGE (FIG. K)
Storage holder (1) for the chuck key (2) is
located on the right side of the drill press.
Fig. K
MOUNTING DRILL PRESS TO WORK
SURFACE (FIG. L)
The drill press must be securely fastened
by the two base holes to a stand with
heavy-duty fasteners. This will prevent the
drill press from tipping over, sliding, or
walking during operation.
1. If mounting the drill press to a workbench,
a solid wood bench is preferred over
a plywood board, to reduce noise and
vibration.
2. Holes should be pre-drilled through the
supporting surface.
3. The hardware to mount this drill press
is NOT supplied with the tool. The
hardwares used are: drill press base (1),
bolt (2), at washer (3), rubber washer
(4), work surface (5), at washer (6), lock
washer (7), hex nut (8), jam nut (9).
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Fig. M
SPINDLE / QUILL (FIG. N)
Rotate the feed handles counterclockwise
to lower spindle to its lowest position. Hold
the chuck and move it front to back. If there
is excessive play, proceed with the following
adjustments:
1. Loosen the lock nut (1) located on the
right side of the drill press by using a
10 mm wrench.
2. Turn the screw (2) clockwise to eliminate
the play, using a slotted screwdriver, but
without obstructing the upward movement
of the spindle. (A little play in the spindle
is normal.)
3. Tighten the lock nut (1).
Fig. N
Fig. L
ADJUSTMENTS INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: All the adjustments for the operation
of the drill press have been completed at the
factory. Due to normal wear and use, some
occasional readjustments may be necessary.
To avoid injury from an accidental start,
ALWAYS make sure the switch is in the
“OFF” position, the switch key is removed,
and the plug is not connected to the power
source outlet before making adjustments.
BEVEL DRILLING (FIG. M)
To prevent personal injury, always
disconnect the plug from the power
source when making any adjustments.
NOTE: A bevel scale has been included
to measure approximate bevel angles. If
precision is necessary, a square or other
measuring tool should be used to position
the table. To use the bevel scale (1):
1. TIGHTEN the nut (2) on the locking pin (3)
using a 10 mm or adjustable wrench
clockwise to RELEASE the locking pin (3)
from the table support.
2. Loosen the bevel lock bolt (4) using a
17 mm or adjustable wrench.
3. Tilt the table (5) to desired bevel angle
that will shown on the bevel scale (1).
4. Tighten the bevel lock bolt (4).
5. To return the table to horizontal position,
loosen the bevel lock bolt (4), return the
table (5) to the 0° position.
6. Return the nut (2) on locking pin (3) to the
OUTSIDE END OF THREADS. Gently
tap locking pin (3) until it is seated in the
mating hole of the table bracket. Hand
tighten the nut (2).
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BELT TENSION (FIG. P)
To avoid injury from an accidental start,
ALWAYS make sure the switch is in
the “OFF” position, the switch key is
removed, and the plug is not connected
to the power source outlet before making
belt adjustments.
1. Open the pulley cover.
2. To unlock the belt tension, turn the belt
tension lock knob (1) on the right side of
the drill press head counterclockwise.
3. Pull the motor (2) toward the front of the
drill press to loosen the belt tension.
4. Position the belt on the correct pulley
steps for the desired speed.
5. Push the motor away from the drill press
head until the belt is properly tensioned.
NOTE: Belt tension is correct if the belt
deects approximately 1/2 inch (12.7 mm)
when pressed at its center.
6. Tighten the belt tension lock knob (1)
to secure the motor in position. Close
pulley cover.
Fig. P
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES (FIG. Q)
1. Bag “H” - Remove the battery cover (1).
2. Install two AA batteries into the case (2).
3. Replace the battery cover (1).
Fig. Q
QUILL RETURN SPRING (FIG. O)
The quill return spring may need adjustment
if the quill return speed is too fast or too slow.
This spring is located on the left side of the
drill head.
1. Lower the table for additional clearance.
2. Place a screwdriver in the lower front
notch (1) of the spring cap (2). Hold it in
place while loosening and removing
only the outer jam nut (3), using a 10 mm
wrench.
3. With the screwdriver still engaged in the
notch (1), loosen the inner nut (4) just
until the notch (5) disengages from the
boss (6) on the drill press head.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS INNER NUT,
because the spring will forcibly unwind.
4. Carefully turn the spring cap (2)
counterclockwise with the screwdriver,
engaging the next notch.
5. Lower the quill to the lowest position by
rotating the feed handle in a
counterclockwise direction while holding
the spring cap (2) in position.
6. If the quill moves up and down as you
desire, tighten the inner nut (4) against
the spring cap with the wrench. If too
loose, repeat steps 3 through 5 to tighten.
If too tight, reverse steps 4 and 5.
7. Secure the outer nut (3) against the
inner nut (4) with the wrench. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN and restrict quill
movement.
Fig. O
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OPERATION
BASIC DRILL PRESS OPERATION
To avoid possible injury, keep guard
closed and in place while tool is in
operation. To avoid injury from an
accidental start, ALWAYS make sure
the switch is in the “OFF” position, the
switch key is removed, and the plug is
not connected to the power source outlet
before making belt adjustments.
SPEEDS AND BELT PLACEMENT (FIG. R)
This drill press has ve operating speeds.
Please see the chart in Fig. R for obtain each
speed and the placement of the belt. This
chart is also put on the inside of pulley cover
for reference.
Fig. R
DRILLING SPEED TABLE (RPM)
Drill Bit
Diameter
(Inches)
Material
Wood
Alum. /
Zinc. /
Brass
Iron / Steel
1/16
3100
3100
3100
1/8 2340
3/16 1720
1/4 2340
5/16 1100
3/8 1720
1/2 2340 1100 620
ON/OFF SWITCH (FIG. S)
The ON/OFF switch has a removable, safety
key. With the safety key removed from the
switch, unauthorized and hazardous use by
children and others is minimized.
1. To turn the drill press “ON”, insert the
safety key (1) into the slot of the switch (2).
Move the switch upward to the “ON”
position.
2. To turn the drill press “OFF”, move the
switch downward.
3. To lock the switch in the OFF position,
grasp the sides of the safety key, and pull
it out.
4. With the safety key removed, the switch
will not turn the power tool on.
5. If the safety key is removed while the drill
press is running, it can be turned “OFF”
but cannot be restarted without inserting
the safety key.
Fig. S
ROCKER SWITCH FOR LED LIGHT (FIG. T)
1. Press the rocker switch “I” to turn the LED
light “ON”.
2. Press the rocker switch “O” to turn the
LED light “OFF”.
Fig. T
620RPM 1100RPM 1720RPM
2340RPM 3100RPM
BELT: A-1 BELT: B-2 BELT: C-3
BELT: D-4 BELT: E-5
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INSTALLING DRILL BIT IN CHUCK (FIG. U)
1. With the switch “OFF” and the safety key
removed, open the chuck jaws (1) using
the chuck key (2). Turn the chuck key
counterclockwise to open the chuck
jaws (1).
2. Insert the drill bit (3) into the chuck far
enough to obtain maximum gripping by
the jaws, but not far enough to touch the
spiral grooves (utes) of the drill bit when
the jaws are tightened.
3. Make sure that the drill is centred in
the chuck.
4. Turn the chuck key (2) clockwise to
tighten the chuck jaws (1).
To avoid injury or accident by the chuck
key ejecting forcibly from the chuck
when the power is turned “ON,” use only
the self-ejecting chuck key supplied with
this drill press. ALWAYS recheck and
remove the chuck key before turning the
power “ON.”
Fig. U
DRILLING TO A SPECIFIC DEPTH
Drilling a blind hole (not all the way through
workpiece) to a given depth can be done
two ways:
Workpiece method (Fig. V, W)
1. Make the depth mark (1) of the hole on
the side of the workpiece.
2. With the switch “OFF”, bring the drill bit (2)
down until the tip is even with the mark (1).
3. Hold the feed handle at this position.
4. Spin the lower nut (3) down to contact the
depth stop lug (4).
5. Spin the upper nut (5) down and tighten
against the lower nut (3).
6. The drill bit (2) now will stop after traveling
the distance marked on the workpiece.
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Depth scale method (Fig. W)
NOTE: With the chuck in the upper position,
the tip of the drill bit must be just slightly
above the top of the workpiece.
1. With the switch “OFF”, turn the feed
handle until the pointer (6) points to the
desired depth on the depth scale (7) and
hold the feed handle in that position.
2. Spin the lower nut (3) down to contact the
depth stop lug (4).
3. Spin the upper nut (5) against the lower
nut (3) and tighten.
4. The drill bit will stop after traveling the
distance selected on the depth scale.
Fig. V
Fig. W
DRILL A HOLE
Using a centre punch or a sharp nail, make an
indentation in the workpiece where you want
to drill. Turn the power switch on and pull
down on the feed handles with only enough
effort to allow the drill to cut.
FEEDING TOO RAPIDLY might cause the
belt or drill to slip, tear the workpiece loose,
or break the drill bit. When drilling metal, it will
be necessary to lubricate the tip of the drill bit
with metal drilling oil to prevent it
from overheating.
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