RIDGID DP15501 manual Spindle Speed in R.P.M, Belt Guard Latch...Press button to raise belt guard

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Spindle Speed in R.P.M.

1.Drill Speed Table...Drill Speed can be changed by placing the belt in any one of the stepped pulleys. The spindle speed chart, as shown above, lists belt positions for the various spindle speeds.

2.Belt Guard...Covers pulleys and belt during operation of drill press.

3.Belt Tension Lock Handle...Tighten- ing handle locks motor bracket sup- port to maintain correct belt distance and tension.

4.Belt Tension Handle...Turn handle counterclockwise to apply tension to belt, turn handle clockwise to release belt tension. Refer to section “Assem- bly-Installing and Tensioning Belt”.

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

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

7.Column Collar... Holds the rack to the column. Rack remains movable in col- lar to permit table support movements.

8.Table Support...Travels up and down on column. Supports arm and crank.

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

10.Rack...Combines with gear mecha- nism to provide easy elevation of table by hand operated table crank.

11.Base...Supports drill press. For addi- tional stability, holes are provided in base to bolt drill press to floor. (See “Additional Safety Instructions for Drill Presses”.

12.Column Support...Supports column, guides rack, and provides mounting holes for column to base.

13.Column...Connects head, table and base on a one-piece tube for easy alignment and movement.

14.Table...Provides working surface to support workpiece.

15.Depth Scale...Shows depth of hole being drilled in inches and millimeters.

16.Depth Scale Indicator...Indicates drilling depth selected on depth scale.

17.Depth Scale Lock...Locks the depth scale to selected depth.

18.Spring Asm....Provides means to adjust quill spring tension.

19.Belt Guard Latch...Press button to raise belt guard.

20.Chuck...Holds drill bit or other recom- mended accessory to perform desired operations.

21.Arm...Extends beyond table support for mounting aligning the table.

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

23.Table Lock...Table can be rotated in various positions and locked.

24.Bevel Scale...Shows degree table is tilted for bevel operations. Scale is mounted on table support, if it is to be used for quick reference where accu- racy is not critical.

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Contents +/225 02/5,//3566 Table of Contents Safety Instructions For Drill PressReduce the Risk of Dangerous Environment Before Using The Drill PressThrown Workpiece Inspect your drill pressThis drill press has 12 speeds as listed below Think Safety Plan Your WorkReduce the Risk of Accidental Starting Dress for safetyKeep Children Away Before Leaving The Drill PressPower Supply and Motor Specifications Motor Specifications and Electrical RequirementsGlossary of Terms General Electrical ConnectionsProperly Prong Plug Grounded Prong Outlet Grounding Volt, 60 Hz. Tool InformationWire Sizes Motor Safety ProtectionExtension Cord Gauge Length 25-50 Unpacking and Checking Contents Loose Parts List of Loose PartsDescription Qty Table Bevel Lock...Locks the table in any position from 0 Location and Function of ControlsAssembly of Base/Column AssemblyCrank Installing the Storage Tray Installing The TableSupport Table Lock Support Column Crank Rack 10mm Dia. x 12mm Set Screw Head Column Installing the HeadHead Head Lock Pulley Alignment and Speed AdjustmentInstalling the Drill Chuck Installing Feed HandlesTensioning Belt Feed Handle Wood Support Lock Chuck SleeveAdjusting the Table Square To Head Installing Light BulbBevel Scale Converting From Right Hand Operation to Left Hand Operation Page Mm Cap Spring Notch Quill Return SpringCap Nut Inner Nut OuterLatch Adjusting Screws Adjusting Belt Latch GuardGetting To Know Your Drill Press Belt Guard Latch...Press button to raise belt guard Spindle Speed in R.P.MKey Another Way Depth Scale Drilling to a Specific DepthLocking Chuck at Desired Depth Depth Scale Lock Adjust to Desired DepthRemoving Chuck and Arbor Drift Key Chuck Sleeve Chuck BodySafety Instructions for Basic Drill Press Operation Basic Drill Press Operation Installing DrillsJaws Positioning Table and Workpiece Workpiece Backup MaterialWorkpiece Drill Press Vise Bolt or Clamp Vise Securely Hole Location Tilting TableFeeding Bevel Lock Set Screw Bevel ScaleWiring Diagram MaintenanceTroubleshooting MaintenanceLubricationTurn nut counterclockwise to Troubleshooting Probable Cause RemedyParts List for Ridgid 15 Drill Press Model No. DP15501 Repair PartsAlways order by Part Number Not by Key Number Key DescriptionParts RepairAlways 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 Please have your Model Number and Serial Number on hand when callingPart No. SP6490 Form No. SP6490