34 inch floor radial drill press Model 44846 assembly and Operating Instructions Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2000 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Specifications ITEM DESCRIPTION Motor 120 VAC, 60 Hz, single phase, 1/3 HP, 1700 RPM, 3 amps Spindle Speeds 620, 110, 1720, 2340, 3100 RPM Spindle Stroke 3 inches Spindle Taper MT2 Spindle to Base Distance 50-1/4 incles (maximum) Spindle to Table Distance 28-1/4 inches Column 3.
5. Do not force tool. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool capacity. 6. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended. 7. Dress properly.
replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools. 19. Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool. 20. Use proper size and type extension cord.
8. When finished with the Drill Press, always press the Switch to the OFF position. 9. Do not mount (or adjust) the workpiece on the Drill Press Table while the motor is running. 10. When drilling or cutting large holes, use the slower speeds and securely fasten the workpiece to the table using a mounted vise. 11. Do not use drill bits that extend more than six inches from the Chuck. 12. Do not use circle cutters, rotary planers, wire wheels, router bits, or shaper cutters on this Drill Press.
5. Install the Table Support (B7), with attached table Arm (B14), over the Column (B1) and slide it down. Engage the gears onto the Rack (B2). Tighten the Table Clamp (B13). 6. Slide the Column Collar (B19) over and down the Column (B1) about 8 inches. Tighten Screw (B11). 7. Place the Extend Arm (B15) into the Arm (B14), and then the Table (B20) into the opening in the Extend Arm. CAUTION: Avoid injuries. The next step involves lifting the Head Assembly onto the Column. The Head Assembly is heavy.
a wrench. - Rotate the Table until it is square to the bit. - Retighten the Hex Bolt (B12). Operation Warning: Avoid personal injuries. Before operating this machine, review all Safety Warnings and Precautions listed on pages 2 through 5. Drilling While following these procedures, refer to the photo on page 5. 1. Loosen the Table Clamp (B13) and turn Crank (B8) to adjust the Table height to accommodate the workpiece being drilled. Retighten Table Clamp. 2.
5. To return the Head to the 90 degree position, do these procedures in reverse. Moving the Head Horizontally 1. Loosen the left-side Clamping Lever (30) and rotate the Head Assembly up to 360 degrees. 2. Retighten the Clamping Lever. Moving the Head Forward or Backward. 1. Loosen the right-side Clamping Lever (30). 2. Turn the Moving Bar (32) clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired position is reached. 3. Tighten the right-side Clamping Lever. Adjusting the Table 1.
4. Push the Motor (22) backward and hold. Retighten the Thumb Nut. Note: To test the proper belt tension, push in on the center of each belt at its center. It should move only 1/2 inch (in or out). 5. Close the Belt Guard Lid. Maintenance Warning: Before performing any maintenance to this machine, remove the line cord from the electrical outlet. Removing the Chuck and Spindle Shaft During this procedure, refer to the Chuck and Spindle Assembly Drawing. 1.
3. With the screwdriver still in place, loosen the (inner) Hex Nut (7) until the Cap Spring notch disengages from the Spring Retainer (10) -- about 1/8 inch. 4. Turn the screwdriver counterclockwise and engage the next Cap Spring notch. Leave the screwdriver in place. 5. Cap Spring (8) Hex Nut (7) Tighten the (inner) Hex Nut just enough to engage the notch. If this Hex Nut is too tight, it will restrict (up and down) Chuck-Spindle movement. 6.
Troubleshooting syMptoM possible cause solution - Incorrect spindle speed - Dull drill bit - Drilling too slowly - Lacking lubrication - Belt tension set wrong - Spindle dry - Loose spindle pulley - Loose motor pulley - Bent bit - Worn Spindle Bearings - Drill bit not in Chuck correctly - Chuck not properly installed - Change spindle speed - Replace with new bit - Drill faster - Lubricate cutting area - Adjust belt tension - Lubricate spindle - Check pulley nut - Tighten Set screws - Replace drill bit -
Head Assembly Parts List item # item # description description 1 Self-tapping Screw, 4.2 21 Motor Mount 2 No-Volt Switch 22 Motor 3 Screw, Pan Hd.
Pulley and Spindle Assembly Parts List item # description item # description A1 V-belt, M58 A14 Drift Key A2 Pulley Nut A15 Spindle A3 Spindle Pulley A16 Ball Bearing, 60204 A4 Insert Pulley A17 Knob A5 Retaining Ring A18 Screw, M5x12 A6 Locking Ring A19 Screw, M5x12 A7 Washer A20 Clamp Cord A8 Ball Bearing, 60203 A21 Screw, M6x12 A9 Washer, Rubber A23 Motor Pulley A10 Quill Tube A24 Screw, M6x10 A11 Chuck Key A25 Belt Guard A12 Chuck A26 Form Washer A13
Base and Table Assembly Parts List item # description B1 Column B2 Rack B3 Screw, M10x12 B4 Column Support B5 Hex Bolt, M10x40 B6 Base B7 Table Support B8 Crank B10 Pin Gear B11 Screw, M6x10 B12 Hex Bolt, M16x35 B13 Table Clamp B14 Arm B15 Extend Arm B16 Support Clamp B17 Gear, Helical B18 Worm, Elevation B19 Column Collar B20 Table B21 Wire Stabilizer Base and Table Assembly Drawing When ordering a part from this drawing, add an “B” prefix to the part number.
Limited 1 year / 90 Day warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped), and the blades (if so equipped) are free of defects in materials and workmanship.
