Maintenance And

Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

To prevent serious injury

from accidental operation:

Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

To prevent serious injury from tool failure:

Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and

Lubrication

1.BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for loose hardware, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2.After Use, wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth.

3.WARNING! If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician.

Removing the Chuck and Spindle Shaft

During this procedure, refer to the Chuck and Spindle Assembly Drawing.

1.Pull the Feed Wheel counterclockwise and hold the Chuck at a depth of three inches.

2.Align the key holes in the Spindle Shaft (B7) and the Quill Tube (B3) by turning the Chuck by hand.

3.Insert a Wedge Drift Key (not supplied) into the key holes.

4.Place a bundled cloth or basket below the Chuck to catch it when it falls. Lightly tap the Wedge Drift Key with a rubber mallet until the Spindle Shaft falls out of the Quill Tube.

Installing the Chuck and Spindle Shaft

1.Using a clean cloth, wipe the tapered surfaces on the Spindle Shaft (B7).

2.Slide the Spindle Shaft and Chuck assembly up and into the Quill Tube (B3).

At the same time, turn the assembly until the rectangular end of the Spindle Shaft slips into the notch on the Quill Tube.

WARNING! In the previous step, if the Spindle Shaft is not properly set in the Quill Tube notch, it may fly out during operation.

3.Loosen the Lock Handle Support (C2) and raise the Table (C7) about three inches below the Chuck.

4.Turn the Chuck sleeve clockwise to open the jaws completely.

5.Pull the Feed Knob counterclockwise and force the Chuck against the Table until the Spindle Shaft is secure.

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For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SKU 44505

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Harbor Freight Tools 44505 Maintenance Servicing, Cleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication, Removing the Chuck and Spindle Shaft