Skil DP9505-00 User manual

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Owner’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
AVERTISSEMENT : Afin de réduire les risques de blessure, l’utilisateur doit lire et
comprendre le guide d’utilisation avant d’utiliser cet article. Conservez le présent guide
afin de pouvoir le consulter ultérieurement.
ADVERTENCIA : Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y comprender
el Manual del operador antes de utilizar este producto. Guarde estas instrucciones para
consultarlas en caso sea necesario.
Owner’s Manual
Guide d’utilisation
Manual del propietario
For Customer Service
Pour le service à la clientèle
Servicio al cliente
Drill Press
Perceuse à colonne
Taladro de columna
1-877-SKIL-999 OR www.skil.com
Model/ Modelo/ Modèle: DP9505-00

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Power Tool Safety Warnings .............................3-4
Additional Safety Rules ........................................4-8
Symbols ....................................................9-12
Get to Know Your Drill Press .....................................13
Specications .................................................14
Unpacking and Checking Contents................................15
Assembly and Adjustments ...................................16-24
Operation ..................................................25-27
Maintenance................................................28-29
Troubleshooting ...............................................29
Limited Warranty of SKIL Consumer Benchtop Power Tools ...........30
WARNING
• 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, cement, and other masonry products.
– Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
• Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
– Work in a well-ventilated area.
– Work with approved safety equipment, such as 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 or eyes or to lie on the skin may promote
absorption of harmful chemicals.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow the safety rules listed below
and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Work Area Safety
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept safe distance from
work area.
KEEP WORK AREAS CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF
With padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not expose power
tools to rain. Do not use the tool in the presence of ammable liquids or gases.
Personal Safety
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels afxed to the tool. Learn its application
and limitations as well as the specic potential hazards peculiar to this tool.
DON’T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
STAY ALERT
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do
not operate while under inuence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear lose 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.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear plugs during extended periods
of operation. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety
glasses.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER SOURCE
When not in use, before servicing, when changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
In working order, and in proper adjustment and alignment.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
When not in use, before servicing, when changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.

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REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING
Make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in tool.
GROUND ALL TOOLS
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug
to t the proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding
wire. Never connect the green wire to a live terminal.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL OR ITS STAND
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Do
not store materials on or near the tool such that it is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand
to reach them.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly replaced.
WARNING All repairs, electrical or mechanical, should be attempted only by trained
repairmen. Contact the nearest Skil Factory Service Center, Authorized
Service Station or other competent repair service.
WARNING Use only Skil replacement parts; any others may create a hazard.
WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the
manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
Tool Use
DON’T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL
Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don’t use tool for
purpose not intended — for example, don’t use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED
Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
Tool Care
DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL
These tools are precision built. Any alteration or modication not specied is misuse and may
result in dangerous conditions.
AVOID GASEOUS AREAS
Do not operate electric tools in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these tools
normally spark, and may result in a dangerous condition.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by
authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

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WARNING Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.), be
sure voltage supplied is the same as that specied on the nameplate of the
tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specied for the tool can result in serious
injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL.
Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor
WARNING For your own safety, do not operate your drill press until it is completely
assembled and installed according to the instructions and until you have
read and understood this owner’s manual.
STABILITY OF THE DRILL PRESS
If there is any tendency of the drill press to tilt or move during any use, bolt it to the bench top
or to a piece of 3/4” (19 mm) exterior plywood large enough to stabilize the drill press. Bolt
the plywood to the underside of the base so it extends beyond the sides of the base. DO NOT
USE PRESSED WOOD PANELS. They can break unexpectedly. If the workpiece is too large
to easily support with one hand, provide an auxiliary support.
LOCATION
Use the drill press in a well-lit area and on a level surface, clean and smooth enough to reduce
the risk of trips and falls. Use it where neither the operator nor the casual observer is forced to
stand in line with a potential kickback.
PROTECTION: Eyes, hands, ears and body.
WARNING TO AVOID BEING PULLED INTO THE SPINNING TOOL—
DO NOT WEAR:
Loose tting gloves
Necktie
Loose clothing
Jewelry
DO:
TIE BACK LONG HAIR
ROLL LONG SLEEVES ABOVE ELBOWS
a. If any part of your drill press is missing, malfunctioning, has been damaged or broken (such
as the motor switch, or other operating control, a safety device or the power cord) cease
operating immediately until the particular part is properly repaired or replaced.
b. Never place your ngers in a position where they could contact the drill bit or other cutting
tool if the workpiece should unexpectedly shift or your hand should slip.
c. To avoid injury from parts thrown by the spring, follow the instructions exactly as given and
shown in “SPINDLE RETURN SPRING” section.
d. To prevent the workpiece from being torn from your hands, spinning on the table, shattering
the tool, or being thrown, always support your work so it won’t shift or bind on the tool.
• Always position “backup material” (used beneath the work piece) to contact the left side of
the column.
• Whenever possible, position the workpiece to contact the left side of the column — if it
is short or the table is tilted, clamp solidly to the table. Use table slots or clamping ledge
around the outside edge of the table.
• When using a drill press vise, always fasten it to the table.
• Never do any work “free hand” (hand-holding a workpiece rather than supporting it on the
table), except when polishing.
• Securely lock head and table support to column, and table to table support before operating
drill press.

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• Never move the head or table support while the tool is running.
• Before starting the operation, jog the motor switch to make sure the drill bit or other cutting
tool does not wobble or cause vibration.
• If a workpiece overhangs the table such that it will fall or tip if not held, clamp it to the table
or provide auxiliary support.
• Use xtures for unusual operations to adequately hold, guide and position the workpiece.
• Use the SPINDLE SPEED recommended for the specic operation and workpiece material—
check the panel inside the pulley housing cover for drilling information; for accessories, refer
to the instructions provided with the accessories.
e. Never climb on the drill press table; it could break or pull the entire drill press down on you.
f. Turn the motor switch “OFF” and unplug from power source when not in operation.
g. To avoid injury from thrown work or tool contact, DO NOT perform layout, assembly, or
setup work on the table while the cutting tool is rotating.
h. Clamp workpiece or brace against column to prevent rotation.
i. Before starting, be certain chuck key is removed from chuck and that motor head and table
are locked.
j. Keep pulley housing cover closed when not making belt adjustments.
k. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
USE ONLY ACCESSORIES DESIGNED FOR THIS DRILL PRESS TO AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY FROM THROWN, BROKEN PARTS OR WORKPIECES.
a. WHEN CUTTING LARGE DIAMETER HOLES: Clamp the workpiece rmly to the table.
Otherwise the cutter may grab and spin at high speed. Use only one-piece, cup-type, hole
cutters. DO NOT use y cutters or multi-part hole cutters as they come apart or become
unbalanced in use.
b.Drum sanders must NEVER be operated on this drill press at a speed greater than the
speed rating of the drum sander.
c. Do not install or use any drill bit that exceeds 7” (17.8 cm) in length or extends 6”
(15.2 cm) below the chuck jaws. They can suddenly bend outward or break.
d. Do not use wire wheels, router bits, shaper cutters, circle (y) cutters, or rotary
planers on this drill press.
e. Use recommended speed for drill accessory and workpiece material.
f. Accessories must be rated for at least the spindle speed setting of the drill press.
This drill press has 5 spindle speeds. Check spindle speed setting of the drill press based
on pulley speed chart located inside the pulley housing cover. Ensure accessories used has
a higher speed rating than the current spindle speed setting of the drill press. Accessories
running over their rated speed can y apart and cause injury.
DIRECTION OF FEED FOR DRUM SANDING
WARNING Feed workpiece into a sanding drum (or other approved accessory)
against the direction of rotation.
WARNING A kickback occurs when workpiece suddenly binds on the cutting edge of
the cutter and the workpiece is thrown by the cutter in the direction of the
cutter’s rotation. This can cause serious injury.
THIS DRILL PRESS HAS 5 SPEEDS: 610 RPM, 950 RPM, 1500 RPM, 2050 RPM AND
2800 RPM.
See inside of pulley housing cover for specic placement of belt on pulleys.

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THINK SAFETY
SAFETY IS A COMBINATION OF OPERATOR COMMON SENSE AND ALERTNESS AT ALL
TIMES WHEN THE DRILL PRESS IS BEING USED.
WARNING Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your drill press) to
become commonplace. Always remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufcient to inict severe injury.
LASER SAFETY
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury:
Do not stare directly at the laser beam. Eye damage may occur if you deliberately stare into the beam.
The laser light beam used in this system is Class II with maximum 1 mW and 640 nm
wavelengths. AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.
The laser must be used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions:
Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the workpiece.
Do not project the laser beam into the eyes of others.
Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a workpiece without reective surfaces as the laser
beam could be projected into your eyes or the eyes of others.
CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specied herein may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Connection to a Power Source
This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.
Plug power cord into a 110-120V properly grounded type outlet protected by a 15-amp dual
element time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
Not all outlets are properly grounded. If you are not sure that your outlet, as pictured in Figure 1,
is properly grounded; have it checked by a qualied electrician.
DANGER To avoid electric shock, do not touch the metal prongs on the plug when
installing or removing the plug to or from the outlet.
DANGER Failure to properly ground this
power tool can cause
electrocution or serious shock, particularly when
used near metal plumbing or other metal objects.
If shocked, your reaction could cause your hands
to hit the tool.
WARNING If power cord is worn, cut or
damaged in any way, have it
replaced immediately to avoid shock or re
hazard.
Your unit is for use on 120 volts. It has a plug that
looks like the one in the Figure 1.
This power tool is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and grounding type plug, approved by
Underwriters Laboratories and the Canadian Standards Association. The ground conductor
has a green jacket and is attached to the tool housing at one end and to the ground prong in
the attachment plug at the other end.
If the outlet you are planning to use for this power tool is of the two-prong type, DO NOT
REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG IN ANY MANNER. Have a qualied
electrician replace the TWO-prong outlet with a properly grounded THREE-prong outlet.
Fig. 1

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Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without
yellow stripes is the equipment-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 qualied electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Extension Cords
WARNING Replace damaged cords immediately. Use of damaged cords can shock,
burn or electrocute.
WARNING If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with adequate size conductors
should be used to prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. The table shows the correct size to use, depending on cord length and nameplate
amperage rating of the tool. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. Always use U.L. and CSA
listed extension cords.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Tool's Ampere
Rating
Cord Size in A.W.G. Wire Sizes in mm2
Cord Length in Feet Cord Length in Meters
25 50 100 150 15 30 60 120
3-6 18 16 16 14 0.75 0.75 1.5 2.5
6-8 18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
8-10 18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
10-12 16 16 14 12 1.0 2.5 4.0 —
12-16 14 12 — — — — — —
NOTICE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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SYMBOLS
Safety Symbols
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols and explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The
symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings
they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Owner’s
Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER”, “WARNING”
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
The denitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the
manual and pay attention to these symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate
injury.
Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment
or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word
“NOTICE”, as in the example below:
NOTICE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.
WARNING The operation of any power tools can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face
shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use
over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always
use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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SYMBOLS (CONTINUED)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and
learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool
better and safer.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage (potential)
AAmperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
WWatt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Wh Watt-hours Battery capacity
Ah Ampere-hours Battery capacity
øDiameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n0No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
nRated speed Maximum attainable speed
…/min Revolutions or reciprocations
per minute (rpm)
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
orbits, etc. per minute
OOff position Zero speed, zero torque...
1,2,3,…
Ⅰ,Ⅱ,Ⅲ, Selector settings Speed, torque, or position settings.
Higher number means greater speed
Innitely variable selector with
off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current (AC) Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current (DC) Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current
(AC / DC) Type or a characteristic of current
Class II tool Designates Double Insulated Construction
tools.
Protective earth Grounding terminal
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program

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Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
Read the instructions Alerts user to read manual
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
Always operate with two hands Alerts user to always operate with two
hands
Wear a mask Recommendation for the operator to
wear dust mask.
Wear ear protection Recommendation for the operator to wear
hearing protection.

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SYMBOLS (CERTIFICATION INFORMATION)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols for certication information may be used on your
tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will
allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
Symbol Designation/Explanation
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by
Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian
Standards Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian
Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR DRILL PRESS
1. Pulley housing cover 15. Motor pulley
2. Laser housing 16. Spindle pulley
3. Feed return spring
and cover 17. Tension lock knob
4. Power switch 18. Feed handle
5. LED work light
switch 19. Crank handle
6. Laser switch 20. Column support
7. Chuck 21. Base
8. Rack collar 22. Table
9. LED work light 23. Depth scale
10. Support lock handle 24. Depth lock nut
11. Bevel scale 25. Depth stop nut
12. Chuck key 26. Depth stop ring
13. Belt/pulley speed
chart 27. Laser aperture
14. Pulley cover knob
1
23
4
5
6
24
23
26
25
7
9
8
10
27
12
11
17
18
19
20
22
21
15
16
14
13

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SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Voltage 120V~, 60 Hz
Rated Amperage 6.2 A
Swing 10'' (25.4 cm)
Drilling depth 2" (5.1 cm)
Spindle JT33
Chuck Capacity 1/16"–1/2" (1.5–13mm)
Pulley speeds 610, 950, 1500, 2050, 2800 RPM
Table Size 7.6" x 6.5" (19.4 cm x 16.5 cm)
Table Tilt 45° Left – 45° Right
Column Diameter 1.9" (48 mm)
Belt K-30

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, never connect plug to power source
outlet until all assembly steps are complete and until you have read
and understood the entire owner’s manual.
Model DP9505-00 Drill Press is shipped complete in one box.
1. Separate all parts from packing materials and check each one with the “Table of Loose
Parts” to make sure all items are accounted for before discarding any packing material.
WARNING If any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemble the drill press,
plug in power cord or turn the switch on until the missing parts are
obtained and are installed correctly.
2. Remove the protective oil that is applied to table, base and column. Use any ordinary
household type grease and spot remover.
WARNING To avoid re or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha, or similar
highly volatile solvents.
3. Apply a coat of furniture paste wax to the table, column and machined surfaces of base to
prevent rust. Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth.
Table of Loose Parts
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY.
AHead Assembly 1
BBase 1
C Table/Support Assembly 1
DColumn & Flange Assembly 1
ETable Support Lock Handle 1
F Feed Handle Rods 3
GCrank Handle 1
H Chuck Key 1
I Chuck 1
JHex Head Bolts (M8 x 20) 3
K Hex Wrench (3 mm) 1
LHex Wrench (4 mm) 1
A
F
G
C
EH
B
D
J
K
L
I

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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
Tools needed for assembly and adjustment
WARNING Disconnect the plug from the power source before performing any
assembly, adjustment, or repair to avoid possible injury.
3 mm Hex Wrench
(supplied) 4 mm Hex Wrench (supplied) Chuck Key (supplied)
Adjustable Wrench
(not included) Phillips Screwdriver (not included) Slotted Screwdriver (not included)
Wedges
(not included) Combination Square (not included)
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, never connect plug to power source
outlet until all assembly
steps are completed.
Attach column to base (Fig. 3)
1. Set the base on the oor.
2. Place the column tube onto the base, align
the column ange holes with the base holes.
3. Install a hex head bolt (M8 x 20) in each
column support hole and tighten them
clockwise with an adjustable wrench (not
included).
Install table onto column (Fig. 4 – 7)
1. Loosen the set screw in the rack collar counterclockwise with the provided 3 mm hex
wrench and remove the collar (Fig. 4).
2. Remove the rack from the column.
3. Locate the table support lock handle. Insert it into the threaded hole at the rear of the table
support without tightening.
4. Insert the rack into the geared groove of the table support with the arrow on one end of
the rack pointing up and the teeth on the rack facing out. Make sure the worm shaft on the
inside of the table support is engaged with the teeth of the rack. The table support should sit
at the center of the rack (Fig. 5).
5. Slide the assembled parts down together onto the column. Insert the bottom edge of the
rack into the lip of the column support. HOLD IN THIS POSITION until step 6 is completed.
6. Place the collar bevel side down over the rack. Tighten the set screw clockwise with the
provided 3 mm hex wrench to hold the rack in position (Fig. 6).
Fig. 3
Tighten

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Note: Make sure there is enough clearance to allow the table to rotate around the column.
The collar must sit loosely over rack and not angled on the column. To avoid column or collar
damage, only tighten the set screw enough to keep collar in place.
7. Insert the crank handle onto the worm shaft on the side of the table support. Make sure the
set screw is aligned on the at of the shaft and as close to the table support as possible.
Tighten the set screw clockwise with the provided 3 mm hex wrench (Fig. 7).
8. Position the table in the same direction as the base, and tighten the table support lock
handle clockwise.
Install drill press head onto
column (Fig. 8)
1. Lift the head assembly carefully and place
the mounting hole of the drill press head onto
the top of the column. Make sure the head is
seated properly on the column.
2. Align the head assembly with the base and
the table.
3. Tighten the two set screws with the provided
4 mm hex wrench.
Fig. 4
Set screw
Loosen
Rack
Table
support
lock
handle
Table support
Collar
Fig. 7
Tighten
Tighten
Set screw
Crank handle
Lock handle
Fig. 8
Set screws
4 mm hex wrench
Fig. 6
Bevel
Set screw
Tighten
Fig. 5
Groove
Worm
shaft
Lip

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Assemble feed handle (Fig. 9)
1. Thread the three feed handle rods into the
holes on the feed hub.
2. Hand tighten the handle rods clockwise.
Note: One or two of the feed handle rods may
be removed if an unusually shaped workpiece
interferes with handle rotation.
Note: It is recommended to securely tighten
the feed handle rods with an adjustable
wrench.
Mount the drill press
(Fig. 10a & 10b)
If the drill press is to be used in a permanent
location, secure it to a workbench or other
stable surface (Fig. 10a).
1. Mark holes on surface where drill press is to
be mounted using holes in drill press base
as a template for hole pattern.
2. Drill holes through mounting surface.
3. Place drill press on mounting surface,
aligning holes in the base with holes drilled
in the mounting surface.
4. Insert 3-1/2" (89mm) bolts (not included) and
tighten securely with lock washers and hex
nuts (not included).
5. If lag bolts are used, make sure they are
long enough to go through holes in drill
press base and material the drill press is
being mounted to. If machine bolts are
used, make sure bolts are long enough to
go through holes in drill press, the material
being mounted to, and the lock washers and
hex nuts.
Note: All bolts should be inserted from the top.
Install the lock washers and hex nuts from the
underside of the workbench.
If you wish to be able to easily relocate the drill press, fasten it permanently to a mounting
board that can easily be clamped to a workbench or other stable surface. The mounting board
should be of sufcient size to avoid tipping while the drill press is in use. Any good grade
plywood or chipboard with a 3/4” (19 mm) thickness is recommended (Fig. 10b).
1. Secure the drill press to the mounting board using 3/8" (9.5mm) or 5/16'' (7.9mm) at head
screws, lock washers and hex nuts (not included). The screw length must be at least 1-1/2”
(38 mm) more than the thickness of the mounting board plus the height of the base.
Note: For proper stability, holes must be countersunk so that the screw heads are ush with
the bottom surface of the mounting board plus the height of the base.
2. Securely clamp the mounting board to a workbench using two or more work clamps (not
included).
Fig. 10a
Fig. 9
Tighten
Feed hub Feed handle
rod
Fig. 10b Mounting
board
Mounting
board
Nut
Washer
Drill
press Screw
Work
clamps

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Once the drill press is securely mounted on a sturdy surface:
• Check for vibration when the motor is switched ON.
• Adjust and retighten the mounting hardware as necessary.
• Check the table assembly to assure smooth movement up and down the column.
• Check to assure that the spindle shaft moves smoothly.
IMPORTANT: If the workbench has a tendency to move during operation, fasten it securely to
the oor.
Install the chuck (Fig. 11)
1. Inspect and clean the spindle and the taper
hole in the chuck. Remove all grease,
coatings, and particles from the chuck and
spindle surfaces with a clean cloth.
2. Open the chuck jaws by turning the chuck
barrel clockwise by hand. Make sure the
jaws are completely recessed inside the
chuck.
3. Seat the chuck on the spindle by placing a
block of wood under the chuck and tapping
the wooden block with a hammer (not
included) or tap the chuck with a rubber
mallet (not included).
CAUTION To avoid damaging the chuck, make sure the jaws are completely
recessed into the chuck. Do not use a metal hammer directly to drive
the chuck into the spindle.
To remove the chuck (Fig. 12)
1. Turn the feed handles to lower the chuck to
the lowest position.
2. Place two wedges (not included) between
the chuck and the shoulder of the spindle.
3. Apply pressure as the arrows in Fig. 12
indicate. Pressure needs to be increased
gradually and symmetrically.
CAUTION To avoid possible damage,
be prepared to catch the
chuck as it falls.
Fig. 11
Spindle
Open
Jaws
Chuck
barrel
Fig. 12
Feed handle
Wedges

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Belt installation and speed
adjustment (Fig. 13)
1. Lift the pulley cover knob to open the pulley
housing cover.
2. Loosen the tension lock knob on the
right side of the drill press by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Pull the motor as close to the drill press head
as possible.
4. Place a belt on the motor pulley and the
spindle pulley in the proper position for the
desired speed (Fig. 14).
5. Pull the motor away from the drill press head until the belt is properly tensioned. Tighten the
belt tension lock knob.
Note: The belt should be tight enough to prevent slippage. Correct tension is set if the belt
exes about 1/2” (13 mm) when thumb pressure is applied at the midpoint of the belt between
the pulleys.
6. Close the pulley housing cover.
WARNING Never operate drill press with pulley housing cover open.
Spindle speeds (Fig. 14)
This drill press offers 5 spindle speeds from 610 to 2800 RPM. The highest speed is obtained
when the belt is positioned on the largest motor pulley step and the smallest spindle pulley
step. The spindle speed chart is provided inside the pulley housing cover.
Fig. 13 Pulley cover knob
Pulley
housing
cover
Motor
Tension lock
knob
Loosen
Spindle
pulley
Motor
pulley
Belt
1/2" (13mm)
Fig. 14