Unpacking and Clean-Up
1.Finish removing the shipping crate.
2.Remove the skid from under the press.
3.Remove the protective coating from all rust protected surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene or a mild solvent. Do not use
acetone, gasoline, or paint thinner. These will damage painted surfaces.
4.To prevent rust, apply a thin coat of paste wax to the table.
Installation
The drill press must be located in a dry, well lighted area with adequate room on all sides of the machine. The floor must be level and the drill press must rest solidly on the floor. The most accurate and vibration free operation will require the drill press to be bolted to the floor. While this is not absolutely necessary, it is highly recommended. Place shims near the three bolt holes to level the drill press, if necessary. Equal pressure should be applied to all three nuts when tightening to prevent distorting the base.
Raising the Head
The drill press head is lowered on the column for crating and transportation. Before operating the drill press, the head will need to be raised to the operational level. To raise the head:
1.Loosen the table lock (A, Fig. 1).
2.Cut a 2" x 4" approximately 16" in length.
3.Raise the table (B, Fig. 1) and place the 2" x 4" between the table and the head (C, Fig. 1) as close the column (D, Fig. 1) as possible. Caution: Do not place the 2" x 4" under the lock collar (E, Fig. 1).
4.Using the table lift crank (F, Fig. 1), raise the head until the head bore and the column are flush. Use a ladder to observe the column
through the top of the belt cover.
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