A
Fig. 10
FASTENING DRILL PRESS
TO SUPPORTING SURFACE
If during operation there is any tendency for the drill press to tip over, slide or walk on the supporting surface, the drill press base must be secured to the supporting surface with fasteners through the two holes (A) Fig. 10, located in the drill press base.
CONNECTING DRILL PRESS TO POWER SOURCE
POWER CONNECTIONS
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp fuse. Have a certified electrician replace or repair a damaged or worn cord immediately. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as stamped on motor nameplate. Running on low voltage will damage the motor.
EXTENSION CORDS
Use proper size extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current to your machine. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating. Fig. 11, shows the size cord to use depending on cord length.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the larger the cord size. Use only 3 wire extension cords which have
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC TOOLS
Ampere | Volts | Total Length of | Gauge of |
Rating |
| Cord in Feet | Extension Cord |
120 | up to 25 | 18 AWG | |
120 | 16 AWG | ||
120 | 16 AWG | ||
120 | 14 AWG | ||
120 | up to 25 | 18 AWG | |
120 | 16 AWG | ||
120 | 14 AWG | ||
120 | 12 AWG | ||
120 | up to 25 | 16 AWG | |
120 | 16 AWG | ||
120 | 14 AWG | ||
120 | 12 AWG | ||
120 | up to 25 | 14 AWG | |
120 | 12 AWG | ||
120 | GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED | ||
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Fig. 11
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