Powermatic 2800 operating instructions Adjustments, Extension Cords, Table Movement

4.The drill press must comply with all local and national codes after the 230 volt plug is installed.

5.The drill press with a 230-volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as shown in Figure 13. No adapter is available or should be used with the 230-volt plug.

Extension Cords

If an extension cord is necessary, make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machine's motor plate. An undersize cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.

The chart in Figure 14 shows the correct size cord to use based on cord length and motor plate amp rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Adjustments

Table Movement

To raise or lower the table:

Loosen the column locking handle (see Figure 4). Turn large handle to raise or lower the table along the column rack. Re-tighten the column locking handle before attempting to drill.

To swing table around the column:

When drilling into a long workpiece, swing the table out of the way and use the drill press base as your table. Slots in the base can be used to mount work holding devices.

1.Loosen the column locking handle (see Figure 4).

2.Swing table to desired position. If the rack tends to bind, you will need to nudge the top or bottom end of the rack around the column while swinging the table.

3.Tighten the column locking handle.

To tilt table:

1.To tilt the table, loosen the bolt (A, Figure

15)slightly and pull out on the indicator pin (B, Figure 16). The indicator pin will engage at 0, 45 and 90 degree positions of the table.

2.Pivot the table to desired angle by aligning the scale (in degrees) on the table to the line on the table bracket (Figure 16).

3.Re-tighten bolt (A, Figure 15).

Recommended Gauges (AWG) of Extension Cords

		Extension Cord Length *
Amps	25	50	75	100	150	200
	feet	feet	feet	feet	feet	feet
< 5	16	16	16	14	12	12
5 to 8	16	16	14	12	10	NR
8 to 12	14	14	12	10	NR	NR
12 to 15	12	12	10	10	NR	NR
15 to 20	10	10	10	NR	NR	NR
21 to 30	10	NR	NR	NR	NR	NR

*based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 150% of the rated amperes.

NR: Not Recommended.

Figure 14

Figure 15

Figure 16

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