Porter-Cable 17-990X, 17-925 instruction manual Refer to them often Use them to instruct others

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16.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.

17.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in power cord. In the event of a power failure, move switch to the “OFF” position.

18.NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

19.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, 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.DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

21.NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

22.STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL. DO NOT USE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

23.MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or reconnected.

24.THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood products can be injurious to your health. Always operate machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

1.DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL it is assembled and installed according to the instructions.

2.OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operation of this tool.

3.FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended electrical connections.

4.NEVER START THE MACHINE BEFORE CLEARING THE TABLE of all objects (tools, scrap pieces, etc.).

5.NEVER START THE MACHINE with the drill bit, cutting tool, or sander against the workpiece.

6.TIGHTEN ALL LOCK HANDLES before starting the machine.

7.USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS, SANDING DRUMS, OR OTHER ACCESSORIES that have shanks of 1/2" in diameter or less.

8.USE ONLY DRILL BITS, CUTTING TOOLS, OR SANDING DRUMS that are not damaged.

9. PROPERLY LOCK DRILL BIT, CUTTING TOOL, OR SANDING DRUM IN THE CHUCK before operating this machine.

10.USE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS for all operations.

11.AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the cutting tool.

12.KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the cutting tool.

13.HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY AGAINST THE TABLE. Do not attempt to drill a workpiece that does not have a flat surface against the table. Prevent the workpiece from rotating by clamping it to the table or by securing it against the drill press column.

14.TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND WAIT FOR THE DRILL BIT, CUTTING TOOL, OR SANDER TO STOP TURNING prior to cleaning the work area, removing debris, removing or securing workpiece, or changing the angle of the table. A moving drill bit, cutting tool, or sander can be dangerous.

15 PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE workpieces.

16.NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY, or set- up work on the table/work area when the machine is running.

17TURN THE TOOL “OFF”, disconnect the tool from the power source before installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups, or when making repairs.

18.DISCONNECT THE TOOL from the power source, and clean the table/work area before leaving the tool. LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent unauthorized use.

19.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the Power Tool Institute, 1300 Summer Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851. Information is also available from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please also refer to the American National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.

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Contents 16½ Variable Speed Drill Press Safety Guidelines Definitions Refer to them often Use them to instruct others Additional Safety Rules for Drill PressesPower Connections Extension Cords Unpacking and Cleaning11A 11B12 Drill Press PartsAssembly With 3mm Wrench Supplied Page For Model 17-990X only For Model 17-925 onlyPage Fastening Drill Press Base to a Supporting Surface Permanent MountingMounting Drill Press to a Plywood Base Starting and Stopping Drill Press Operating Controls and AdjustmentsLocking Switch OFF Position Table AdjustmentsVariable Speed Control Speed Range ControlDrilling Holes to Depth Adjusting Spindle Return Spring Quill AdjustmentsInstalling and Removing Drill Bits OperationsCorrect Drilling Speeds Drilling Metal Boring in WoodLubrication MaintenancePARTS, Service or Warranty Assistance AccessoriesCanadian PORTER-CABLE Delta Service Centers