2.Mark the top of the rack, as shown in Figure 8, to keep track of which end is up.
Column
Ring
Marking
Location
Rack
Figure 8. Marking top of rack to show which end
is up.
3.Remove the column ring by loosening the setscrew, and remove the rack.
4.Place the rack inside of the table support assembly, mesh it together with the pinion, and slide the table support/rack assembly over the column, as shown in Figure 9.
Figure 9. Sliding table support and rack over the
column.
5.Slide the column ring over the column with the beveled edge facing down (Figure 10), fit the beveled edge of the column ring over the rack, and tighten the setscrew. Note: Do not over-tighten the setscrew or you may split the column ring. Also make sure the rack is seated firmly in the lower ring.
G7947/G7948 12 Speed Floor Drill Press
Figure 10. Correct column ring orientation.
6.Install the crank lever over the pinion shaft, and tighten the setscrew in the crank handle against the flat part of the pinion shaft.
7.Thread the handle into the crank lever.
8.Thread the large lock lever into the back of the table support assembly approximately three turns, for now.
9.Thread the small lock lever into the front part of the table support assembly approximately three turns, for now. The assembly should now be assembled as shown in Figure 11.
Large Lock | Crank Handle | Handle |
Lever |
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| Small Lock |
|
| Lever |
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