Sunex Tools 5000A User manual

5000A 1 rev. 11/04/13
Power ...................................................................................3/4 HP
Power Source..........................................................................115V
Spindle Taper ...........................................................................MT2
Chuck ....................................................................................... 5/8”
Speed Range.......................................................... 200-3850 RPM
Maximum Spindle Stroke......................................................3-1/8”
Diameter of Column ..............................................................2-3/4"
Table Diameter ....................................................................11-1/2"
Height ..............................................................................61-13/16"
Shipping Weight ................................................................146 Lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS
Caution:
Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions
before assembly and first use of this equipment
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities contains chemi-
cals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other repro-
ductive 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 expo-
sure 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
filter out microscopic particles.
5000A
16 Speed Drill Press
Operating Instructions • Warning Information • Parts Break down
WARNING
WARNING
This product may contain one or more chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.

5000A 2 rev. 11/04/13
• DO NOT USE until unit is completely assembled
and installed according to instructions.
• WEAREYEPROTECTIONAlways wear impact-
resistant eye and face protection when operating or
performing maintenance on this tool.
• DONOTWEARgloves, necktie or loose clothing.
• BE SURE DRILL BITor cutting tool is securely
locked in chuck.
• USE RECOMMENDED SPEEDfor drill acces-
sory and workpiece material.
• ADJUST TABLE OR DEPTH STOPto prevent
drilling into table work surface.
• NEVER USE YOUR HANDS TO HOLDwork-
piece during drilling. Clamp workpiece, use a vise or
brace against column to prevent rotation.
• NEVER OPERATEdrill press if any part is
damaged or broken until it is properly repaired
or replaced.
• NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGERSin a position
where drill or cutting tool could contact them if part
should shift unexpectedly.
• NEVERPERFORMLAYOUT,assembly or setup
work on drill press with cutting tool rotating.
• SHUT OFF POWER, remove drill or cutting tool,
and clean table before leaving machine.
ATTENTION: READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING DRILL PRESS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY.
WARNING: ALWAYS KEEP ALERT.
Do not allow familiarity gained from frequent
use of radial drill press to cause a careless
mistake. A careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict severe personal injury.
WARNING

5000A 3 rev. 11/04/13
Parts
Unpack carton, check your machine to see parts listed
below:
A. Main Parts
1. Head Assembly 1 Pc.
2. Column with Flange 1 Pc.
3. Working Table Assembly 1 Pc.
4. Base 1 Pc.
B. Accessories (in one separate box)
1. Chuck and Key 1 Set
2. Feed handles with knobs 3 Pcs.
3. Column Lock Handle 1 Pc.
4. Column Flange Bolts 4 Pcs.
5. Allen wrenches (3mm & 5mm) 1 Pc.
6. Arbor 1 Pc.
7. Cotter 1 Pc.
8. Crank handle 1 Pc.
Assembly
1. AssembletheColumn
 • Placecolumnassemblyonbaseandalignholesin
column support with holes in base.
 • Secure the column with four bolts and washers
provided.
2. InstallTable
• Attachcrankhandletowormpinion.
 • Removerackringandrackfromcolumnbyundoing
set screw with allen wrench.
 • Slide rack and table assembly over column and
replace rack ring.
 • Securetableassemblywithcolumnlockhandle.
3. AttachHeadtoColumn
 • Carefully put the head assembly over column and
slide it onto column into position. Align head frame
with table and base. Fix set screw in left side of
head to lock head into position then tighten with
allen wrench.
4. InstalltheFeedingHandles
• Screwtheknobstothefeedinghandles
 • Screw each feeding handle into hub of pinion
shaft.
5. AttachtheChuck
• Positionworking tableup about5” (125mm)from
the tip of spindle.
 • Removealloilandgreasefromtapersonarborand
drill chuck.
 • Slideshortendofarborintochuck.Placelongend
inside spindle.
 • Open chuck jaws completely by turning attached
chuck key counter clockwise to the end.
 • Putapieceofscrapwoodonthetabletoprotect
chuck nose.
 • Pull feeding handle down pressing the chuck
against the scrap wood until arbor is secure on the
spindle.
Adjustment
1.TableAdjustment
A. Mounting the drill press:
Your drill press must be securely fastened by
the two base holes to a floor with heavy-duty
fasteners. This will prevent the drill press from
tipping over, sliding, or walking during operation.
B. Height Adjustment:
To adjust up or down, loosen the column lock
handle, then turn crank handle to desired height.
Retighten column lock handle before drilling.
C. TiltingAdjustment:
Loosen pivot bolt. Remove small locator pin.
Tilt table to desired angle up to 45° and retighten
bolt. Re-insert locator pin when returning table to
zero degrees.
D. Swing 360°
Loosen lock handle then swing table to appropriate
position and retighten.
E. Rotate 360°
Loosen table lock handle, rotate table to desired
position and retighten.
2. DepthAdjustment

A. Feed Depth Adjustment
Loosen scale set knob on feed shaft assembly.
Rotate spindle gauge to desired depth and tighten
scale set knob.
B. Stationary Depth
Loosen scale set knob. Turn feed shaft to lowest
point then rotate spindle depth to desired depth
and retighten scale set knob.
3. SpeedAdjustment
A. Loosen the slide bar bolt on right hand side
of head.
B. Slide motor toward front of drill press and tighten
the slide bar bolt.
C. Relocate the belts to the correct pulleys for the
required spindle speed.
D. Loosen slide bar bolt and slide motor toward rear
of drill press and tighten the slide bar bolt.

5000A 4 rev. 11/04/13
5000A
16 Speed Drill Press
Parts Breakdown
67
66
65
64
68
69
63
62
61
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
54
53
52
51
50
49
47
48
46
60
59
57
58 55
42
40
41
39
43
44
45
36
35
34
32
20
21
22
23
24
25
33
31 30
29
28
27
79
80
81
82 83
84
85
86
87
16
15
14
13
12
1
2
3
4
6
7
75
11
26
38
37
56
8
10 9
88
19
17
18

5000A 5 rev. 11/04/13
1 Base 1
2 Washer 4
3 Bolt 4
4 Column Support 1
5 RS5000A05 Rack 1
6 RS5000A06 Rack Collar 1
7 Screw 1
8 RS5000A08 Table Support w/Indicator 1
and incl. #'s 9, 10, 18, & 19
9 Crank 1
10 Bolt 1
11 Gear Pin 1
12 Washer 1
13 Bolt 1
14 Table Clamp 1
15 RS5000A15 Table Arm 1
16 Table 1
17 Column Clamp 1
18 Helical Gear 1
19 Worm 1
20 Knob 3
21 RS5000A21 Handle Bar with #20 Knob 3
22 Feed Shaft 1
23 Cylinder Bolt 1
24 Depth Stop Ring w/Scale 1
25 Pinion Shaft 1
26 Head 1
27 Screw 1
28 Nut 1
29 RS5000A29 Tension Spring with #30 Cap 1
30 Spring Cap 1
31 Nut 2
32 Depth Screw Lock/Indicator 1
33 Screw 2
34 Belt Tension Handle 1
35 Motor Adjusting Knob 2
36 Motor Bracket Support 1
37 Bolt 4
38 Washer 4
39 Motor Mount 1
40 RS5000A40 Motor 1
41 Elastic Washer 4
42 Nut 4
43 Nut 2
44 Washer 2
45 Power Plug Cord 1
46 Motor Bracket Support 1
47 Bolt 1
48 Clamp Nut Cap 2
49 Adjusting Lever 1
50 Clamp 2
51 Screw 2
52 Switch Washer 1
53 RS5000A53 Switch 1
54 Screw 2
55 Cord Clamp 1
56 Screw 1
57 Washer 4
58 Screw 4
59 RS5000A59 Motor Pulley 1
60 Screw 1
61 Pulley Cover 1
62 Adjusting Pulley 1
63 Knob 1
64 RS5000A64 Center Pulley 1
65 RS5000A65 V-belt 1
66 RS21109 Ball Bearing 2
67 Retaining Ring 1
68 Screw 2
69 Washer 2
70 RS5000A70 V-Belt 1
71 Nut 1
72 RS5000A72 Spindle Pulley 1
73 Pulley Insert 1
74 Retaining Ring 1
75 RS50528 Ball Bearing 1
76 Spacer 1
77 RS50528 Ball Bearing 1
78 Retaining Ring 1
79 Axle Shield Ring 1
80 RS5000A80 Ball Bearing
81 Washer 1
82 Guide Tube 1
83 RS5000A83 Drill Key 1
84 RS50528 Ball Bearing 1
85 RS5000A85 Spindle (incl. #86) 1
86 Arbor 1
87 RS5000A87 Chuck & Key 1
88 Column Base 1
IndexNo. PartNo. Description Qty. IndexNo. PartNo. Description Qty.
5000A
16 Speed Drill Press
Parts List

5000A 6 rev. 11/04/13
The proper drill speed for a given drill bit size is as follows:

5000A 7 rev. 11/04/13
Operation
1. InstallingDrillBits
Insert drill into chuck jaws about 1” (25mm). When using a small drill do not insert it so far that the jaws touch the
arbor of the drill. Make sure that the drill is centered in the chuck before tightening the chuck with the key. The key
is spring loaded so that it has to be removed before starting the drill press.
2. Drilling
Use clamps to hold the work when drilling. The work should never be held in the bare hand. The lips of the drill may
seize the work at any time, especially when breaking through the stock. If the piece is whirled out of the operator’s
hand, injury may occur. Also, the drill will be broken when the work strikes the column.The work must be clamped
firmly while drilling. Any tilting, twisting or shifting results not only in a rough hole, but also increases drill break-
age. For flat work, lay the piece on a wooden base and clamp it firmly down against the table to prevent it from
turning.
UsingVise
For smaller workpieces that cannot be clamped to the table, use a drill press vise (not included). The vise must be
clamped or bolted to the table.
PositioningWorkpiece
Always place a piece of wood (or plywood) on the table. This will prevent “splintering” or making heavy burrs on
the underside of the workpiece as the drill breaks through. The wood must contact the left side of the column.
MorseTaperDrillBits
To use Morse taper bits, remove chuck and taper. To remove taper and chuck adjust stationary depth to 3” (74mm)
(see depth instructions). Turn spindle manually, lining up spindle and quill key hole. Place the wedged end of the
cotter in the quill key hole and lightly tap until the arbor and chuck fall out. Place tapered bit into the spindle hole,
twist and push upwards until bit is snug. Place a block of wood on the table and crank up table until the tapered
bit is firmly into the spindle.
RoundOutTolerance
For drilling operations requiring close tolerances, place drill blank in the chuck and check round out with a dial
Maintenance
Frequently blow out any dust that may accumulate inside the motor.
A coat of automobile-type wax applied to the table and column will help to keep the surfaces clean.
If the power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.
Lubrication
All of the ball bearings are packed with grease at the factory. They require no further lubrication
Periodically lubricate the gear and rack table elevation mechanism, the splines (grooves) in the spindle, and the rack
(teeth on the quill).

5000A 8 rev. 11/04/13
Safety Rules
GeneralSafetyRules:
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4. DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet location, or expose them to rain. Keep work
area well lighted.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts.
Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
10. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Common eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
11. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to oper-
ate tool.
12. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
14. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing all accessories.
15. REDUCE THE RISK OR UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before plugging in.
16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories
may cause risk of injury to persons.
17. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
18. CHECK 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 affects its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
SpecialSafetyRulesforDrillPress:
1. Caution: This drill press is intended for use only with drill bits. The use of other accessories may be hazardous.
2. Correct drill speeds: Factors which determine the best speed to use in any drill press operation are: Kind of material being worked,
size of the hole, type of drill or other cutter, and quality of cut desired. The smaller the drill, the greater the required RPM. In soft
materials, the speed should be higher than for hard materials.
3. Drilling in metal: Use clamps to hold the work when drilling in metal. The work should never be held with the bare hands. The
flutes of the drill may seize the work at any time, especially when breaking through the stock. If the piece is whirled out of the
operator's hand, he may be injured; in any case, the drill will be broken when the work strikes the column.
4. The work must be clamped firmly while drilling: Any tilting, twisting, or shifting results not only in a rough hole, but also increases
drill breakage. For flat work, lay the piece on a wooden base and clamp it firmly down against the table to prevent it from turning.
If the piece is of irregular shape and cannot be laid flat on the table, it should be securely blocked and clamped.
5. The chuck shall be securely fastened to the spindle and so that it can't separate from spindle.
6. Remove key from chuck after adjustment.
7. The drill press is to be disconnected from the power supply while the motor is being mounted, connected, or reconnected.
8. Secure the drill press to the supporting structure if, during normal operation, there is any tendency for the drill press to tip over,
slide, or walk on the supporting surface.
9. The set screws of head frame should be secured tightly before using this machine.
10. Connect to power supply protected by a circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
11. Fasten base to floor before using the drill press.
12. Use only the chuck key provided by the manufacturer or a duplicate of it.

5000A 9 rev. 11/04/13
Grounding
1. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
2. Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet. Have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
3. 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-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
4. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood,
or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
5. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
6. For115VModels:
The tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in sketch A. The
tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adapter, which looks
like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a 1-pole receptacle as
shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear lug,
extending from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet
box.
Caution: In Canada only the grounding shown in figure A is acceptable. The extension cords should
be CSA certified S.J.T. type or something better.
UseProperExtensionCord:
If necessary use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that
accept the tool's plug. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table 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.
Extension Cord Length Wire Size, A.W.G.
25 Feet 18
50 Feet 18
75 Feet 16
100 Feet 14
150 Feet 12

5000A 10 rev. 11/04/13
Trouble Shooting Guide
TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Noisy operation A) Incorrect belt tension A) Adjust tension
B) Dry spindle B) Remove spindle/quill assembly - lubricate
C) Loose pulley C) Tighten Pulley
D) Loose belt D) Adjust belt tension
E) Bad bearing E) Replace bearing
Excessive drill A) Loose chuck A) Tighten by pressing chuck down against table
wobble B) Worn spindle shaft or bearing B) Replace spindle shaft or bearing
C) Bad chuck C) Replace chuck
Motor won't start A) Power supply A) Check power cord
B) Motor connection B) Check motor connection
C) Switch connections C) Check switch connections
D) Motor windings burned D) Replace motor
E) Bad switch E) Replace switch
Drill binds in A) Excessive pressure on feed handle A) Apply less pressure
workpiece B) Loose belt B) Check belt tension
C) Loose drill C) Tighten drill with key
D) Speed too fast D) Change speed
Drill burns or A) Incorrect speed A) Refer to speed chart
smokes B) Chips are not discharging B) Clean drill
C) Dull drill C) Check sharpness & taper
D) Needs lubrication D) Use lubrication while drilling
E) Feed pressure wrong E) Apply less pressure
Table difficult to A) Needs lubrication A) Lubricate with light oil
raise B) Bent rack B) Straighten Rack
C) Table lock tightened C) Loosen clamp
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PRODUCTSAREFREEFROMDEFECTSINWORKMANSHIPANDMATERIALS.
Sunex International, Inc. will repair or replace its Sunex Tools® branded products which fail to give satisfactory service due to defective workmanship or materials,
based upon the terms and conditions of the following described warranty plans attributed to that specific product.
This product carries a ONE-YEAR warranty. During this warranty period, Sunex Tools will repair or replace at our option any part or unit which proves to be
defective in material or workmanship.
Otherimportantwarrantyinformation
This warranty does not cover damage to equipment or tools arising from alteration, abuse, misuse, damage and does not cover any repairs or replacement made by
anyone other than Sunex Tools or its authorized warranty service centers. The foregoing obligation is Sunex Tools’ sole liability under this or any implied warranty
and under no circumstances shall we be liable for any incidental or consequential damages.
NOTE:
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Return equipment or parts to Sunex Tools, transportation prepaid. Be certain to include your name and address, evidence
of the purchase date, and description of the suspected defect. If you have any questions about warranty service, please write to Sunex Tools. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Repair kits and replacement parts are available for many of Sunex Tools products regardless of whether or not the product is still covered by a warranty plan.
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Travelers Rest, South Carolina 29690
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