Drilling Speed
The Model W1667 8 1⁄2'' Oscillating Drill Press has 5 speeds ranging from 620 to 3100 RPM. Refer to the speed charts located under the belt guard while following the instructions below.
UNPLUG the drill press before changing speeds to avoid accidental start up. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury.
To change the drilling speed, do these steps:
1.UNPLUG THE DRILL PRESS!
2.Refer to the speed chart located under the belt cover or refer to the “Drill Press RPM Chart” on Page 18 and choose the desired speed.
3.Loosen the
4.Pull the motor toward the front of the drill press to remove tension from the
5.Move the
Figure 28.
6.Push the motor toward the back of the headstock, the motor pushrod rod is spring loaded and will follow the motor. See
Figure 29.
7.Tighten the lock knob.
8.Tighten the lock screw, and make sure the belt deflection is 11⁄2" between both inner sides when the belt is pinched together between the pulleys. Refer to “Belt Tension” in the ADJUSTMENTS section on Page 13 for details.
9.Close the cover. The motor will not start until the cover is closed.
Figure 27. Loosening the lock knob.
Figure 28. | Adjusting belt to desired speed. | ADJUSTMENTS |
|
Pushrod
