RIDGID SP6490 manual Location and Function of Controls

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1.Belt Tension Handle...Turn handle counterclockwise to apply tension to belt, turn handle clockwise to release belt tension.

2.Head Lock Set Screws...Locks the head to the column. Always have them locked in place while operating the drill press.

3.Feed Handle...For moving the chuck up or down. One or two of the han- dles may be removed if necessary whenever the workpiece is of such unusual shape that it interferes with the handles.

4.Table Crank...Turn clockwise to ele- vate table. Support lock must be released before operating crank.

5.Chuck...Holds drill bit or other rec- ommended accessory to perform desired operations.

6.Depth Scale...Allows operator to adjust drill press to drill to a desired depth.

7.Drill “On-Off” Switch...Has locking feature to prevent unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and others.

8.Light “On-Off” Switch...Turns the light on and off.

9.Depth Scale Lock...Locks the depth scale at selected depth.

10.Spring Cap...Provides means to adjust quill spring tension.

11.Table Lock...Allows table to be rotated in various positions and locked.

12.Table Bevel Lock...Locks the table in any position from 0°- 45°.

13.Bevel Scale...Shows degree table is tilted for bevel operations. Scale is mounted on side of arm.

14.Support Lock Handle...Tightening locks table support to column. Always have it locked in place while operat- ing the drill press.

15.Chuck Key...Used to tighten drill in the chuck and also to loosen the chuck for drill removal.

16.Storage Tray...Conveniently holds drill bits and other accessories.

17.Belt Tension Lock Handles...Tight- ening handles locks motor bracket support to maintain correct belt dis- tance and tension.

Note and follow the safety warnings and instructions that appear on the panel on the right side of the head.

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Contents +/225 02/5,//3566 Safety Instructions For Drill Press Table of ContentsBefore Using The Drill Press Reduce the Risk of Dangerous EnvironmentInspect your drill press Thrown WorkpieceThink Safety Plan Your Work This drill press has 12 speeds as listed belowDress for safety Reduce the Risk of Accidental StartingKeep Children Away Before Leaving The Drill PressMotor Specifications and Electrical Requirements Power Supply and Motor SpecificationsGlossary of Terms General Electrical ConnectionsVolt, 60 Hz. Tool Information Properly Prong Plug Grounded Prong Outlet Grounding Motor Safety Protection Wire Sizes Extension Cord Gauge Length 25-50 Unpacking and Checking Contents List of Loose Parts Loose PartsDescription Qty Location and Function of Controls Table Bevel Lock...Locks the table in any position from 0Assembly Assembly of Base/ColumnCrank Installing The Table Installing the Storage TrayInstalling the Head 10mm Dia. x 12mm Set Screw Head ColumnHead Head Lock Pulley Alignment and Speed Adjustment Speed AdjustmentChecking Pulleys Alignment Straightedge Lower Belt Motor Tension Mount GuardInstalling Feed Handles Installing the Drill ChuckTensioning Belt Support Lock Chuck Sleeve Feed Handle Wood Installing Light Bulb Adjusting the Table Square To HeadBevel Scale Converting From Right Hand Operation to Left Hand Operation Page Quill Return Spring Mm Cap Spring NotchCap Nut Inner Nut OuterAdjusting Belt Latch Guard Latch Adjusting ScrewsGetting To Know Your Drill Press Spindle Speed in R.P.M Belt Guard Latch...Press button to raise belt guardKey Drilling to a Specific Depth Another Way Depth ScaleDepth Scale Lock Adjust to Desired Depth Locking Chuck at Desired DepthRemoving Chuck and Arbor Chuck Sleeve Chuck BodySafety Instructions for Basic Drill Press Operation Installing Drills Basic Drill Press OperationJaws Workpiece Backup Material Positioning Table and WorkpieceWorkpiece Drill Press Vise Bolt or Clamp Vise Securely Tilting Table Hole LocationFeeding Bevel Lock Set Screw Bevel ScaleMaintenance Wiring DiagramTroubleshooting MaintenanceTroubleshooting Probable Cause Remedy Turn nut counterclockwise toRepair Parts Parts List for Ridgid 15 Drill Press Model No. DP15501Always order by Part Number Not by Key Number Key DescriptionRepair PartsAlways order by Part Number -- Not by Key Number Description Always order by Part Number Not by Key Number Description Parts List for Rdigid 15 Drill Press Model No. DP15501 Call