Maintenance
Before doing maintenance on the machine, disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching off the main switch! Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
After each use, clean sawdust from the table with a brush (do not use your hands).
Occasionally apply a light film of oil to the quill and column. This will reduce wear, prevent rust and assure ease of operation.
Apply grease to the rack on the column.
Check that bolts are tight and electrical cords are in good condition. Belts should be in good
condition and tensioned properly. Occasional dressing of the belts with spray can type belt dressing or paraffin wax will promote longer belt life and quieter operation.
Bearings on the drill press are
Exposed metal surfaces of the table and base should be kept clean and free of rust. Apply a good quality paste wax. Avoid any wax that contains silicone or other synthetic ingredients. These materials can find their way into lumber and can make staining and finishing difficult.
The quill return spring should receive SAE 20 oil once yearly. Apply the oil beneath the coil spring cover (E, Figure 19) using a squirt can.
Troubleshooting
Trouble
Drill press will not start.
Drill press does not come up to speed.
Excessive vibration.
Motor stalls.
;Noisy Operation.
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Not connected to power. | Check all plug connections. | |
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Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. | Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker. | |
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Cord damaged. | Replace cord. | |
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Extension cord too light or too long. | Replace with adequate size and | |
length cord. | ||
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Low current. | Contact a qualified electrician. | |
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Improper belt tension. | Adjust belt tension. | |
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Uneven belt wear (hard spots). | Replace belt. | |
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Motor or spindle pulley out of balance. | Balance or repair problem pulley. | |
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| Have motor tested by a qualified | |
Motor malfunction. | service center. Repair or replace as | |
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Overfeeding the bit. | Reduce feed rate. | |
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Dull bit. | Sharpen or replace bit. | |
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Motor not reaching running speed. | Repair or replace motor. | |
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| Have motor tested by a qualified | |
Motor is malfunctioning. | service center. Repair or replace as | |
| necessary. | |
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Excessive vibration. | See “Excessive Vibration” above. | |
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Incorrect belt tension. | Adjust belt tension. | |
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Dry spindle. | Lubricate spindle. | |
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Loose pulleys. | Make any needed corrections. | |
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