Headstock
The headstock must be tightened in position with the setscrew so the headstock is aligned with the drill press base for balance and weight distribution. DO NOT over tighten the set screw and strip the threads or bend the column.
GET assistance before beginning the next step. The headstock is a heavy load.
To install the headstock, do these steps:
1.With an assistant, position the pocket over the column and allow the headstock to slide down until the column fully seats up and into the headstock (approximately 2"). See Figure 10.
2.Align the headstock directly over the foot of the base as viewed from the front of the drill press.
3.Tighten the two setscrews to secure the headstock to the column. See Figure 11.
Figure 10. Aligning the pocket in the headstock
with the column.
Set screws
ASSEMBLY
