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Table of Contents Section Page Table of Contents .......................................................... 2 Safety Instructions For Drill Press ................................. 2 Safety Signal Words ................................................... 2 Before Using The Drill Press ....................................... 2 When Installing Or Moving The Drill Press ................. 3 Before Each Use .........................................................
When Installing Or Moving The Drill Press move during any use, bolt it to the floor. If the workpiece is too large to easily support with one hand, provide an auxiliary support. • To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when plugging in or unplugging the drill press. • Never Stand On Tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool tips or you accidentally hit the cutting tool.
Safety Instructions For Drill Press (continued) • To reduce the risk of injury from parts thrown by the spring, follow instructions exactly as given and shown in adjusting spring tension of quill. • To prevent the workpiece from being torn from your hands, spinning of the tool, shattering the tool or being thrown, always properly support your work so it won’t shift or bind on the tool: - Always position backup material (use beneath the workpiece) to contact the left side of the column.
Glossary of Terms Workpiece The item on which the cutting operation is being performed. Drill Bit or Drill The cutting tool used in the drill press to make holes in a workpiece. Backup Material A piece of wood placed between the workpiece and table...it prevents wood in the workpiece from splintering when the drill passes through the backside of the workpice...also prevents drilling into the table top. Revolutions Per Minute (R.P.M.) The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute.
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements (continued) If the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if you are in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded check with a qualified electrician or service personnel. 3-Prong Plug Properly Grounded Outlet WARNING: If not properly grounded, this tool can cause an electrical shock, particularly when used in damp locations, in proximity to plumbing, or out of doors.
Unpacking and Checking Contents Tools Needed Combination Square Must be True Draw Light Straight Edge of Line on Board Board 3/4” Thick Along this Edge This Edge Must be Perfectly Straight Medium Screwdriver Combination Square Adjustable Wrench Should be no Gap or Overlap when Square is Flipped Over in Dotted Position Unpacking WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naptha or similar highly volatile solvents to remove protective oil WARNING: To reduce the risk of inj
Unpacking and Checking Contents (continued) Loose Parts in Box and Bag Key Drift (1) M10 x 1.5-40 Long Hex Head Bolt (4) Support Lock Handle (1) M10 x 1.
Location and Function of Controls 11 10 1 2 9 3 8 7 4 1 5 12 6 16 15 14 13 Table Removed for Clarity 1. Belt Tension Lock Handles...Tightening handles locks motor bracket support to maintain correct belt distance and tension. 2. Belt Tension Handle...Turn handle counterclockwise to apply tension to belt, turn handle clockwise to release belt tension. 3. Head Lock Set Screws...Locks the head to the column. Always have them locked in place while operating the drill press. 4. Feed Handle...
Assembly WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, never connect plug to outlet until all assembly steps are completed and you read and understand all instructions. 10mm Dia. x 40mm Hex Head Bolt (4) Assembly of Base/Column 1. Locate four (4) 10mm dia. x 40mm long bolts among loose parts bag. 2. Position base on floor. Remove protective covering and discard. 3. Remove protective sleeve from column tube and discard.
Installing The Table Table Crank Support Lock 1. Loosen support lock and raise table support by turning table crank clockwise until support is at a working height level. Tighten support lock. Table Support Column Rack Table Support 2. Remove protective covering from table and discard. Loosen table lock, place table in table support and tighten table lock (located under table) by hand. NOTE: If table won’t fit into table support easily, pry open table support with a flat blade screwdriver.
Assembly (continued) Pulley Alignment and Speed Adjustment Checking Pulley(s) Alignment Straightedge WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury due to accidental starting always turn drill press off and remove switch key before making belt adjustments. The pulleys and motor are assembled at the factory and should not require further adjustment. If the pulleys or motor are removed for service, follow the pulley alignment instructions below. 1.
Installing Feed Handles Hub 1. Locate three (3) feed handles among loose parts. 2. Screw the feed handles into the threaded holes in the hub and tighten. 3. Tighten feed handles using M24 wrench. Tighten Using M24 Wrench Feed Handle Installing the Chuck/Arbor Assembly Quill 1. Clean the tapered surfaces on the arbor and spindle with a clean cloth. Make sure there are no foreign particles sticking to these surfaces.
Assembly (continued) 4. Unlock support lock and raise table so its about two (2) inches below tip of chuck. Support Lock Chuck Sleeve 5. Turn chuck sleeve clockwise and open jaws in chuck completely. Chuck 6. Place a piece of wood on table. Turn feed handles counterclockwise and force chuck against table until chuck is secure.
Installing Light Bulb 1. Install a light bulb (not larger than 60 watt) into the socket inside the head. Adjusting the Table Square To Head NOTE: The combination square must be “true”. See “Unpacking and Checking Contents” section for method. 1. Insert precision round steel rod or straight drill bit approximately 3” long into chuck and tighten. 2. With table raised to working height and locked on column, place combination square flat on table beside rod or bit. 3.
Getting To Know Your Drill Press Feed Spring Adjustment Feed Spring 17 Spring Cap 1 Belt Guard Light “On-Off” Switch 25 Drill Speed Table (Inside Belt Guard) 26 Drill “On-Off” 2 Belt Tension Lock Handle Switch 18 Chuck 24 Chuck 19 Arm Key 21 Table Lock 23 Support Lock 2 Belt Tension Lock Handle 16 Depth 22 Bevel Scale 20 Table Bevel Lock Scale Lock 3 Belt Tension (Under Table) Handle 4 Head Lock 15 Depth Scale 5 Feed Handle Indicator Quill and Spindle Assembly Inside of Drill Press Sp
Spindle Speed in R.P.M. 1. Belt Guard...Covers pulleys and belt during operation of drill press. 2. Belt Tension Lock Handle...Tightening handle locks motor bracket support to maintain correct belt distance and tension. 3. Belt Tension Handle...Turn handle counterclockwise to apply tension to belt, turn handle clockwise to release belt tension. Refer to section “AssemblyInstalling and Tensioning Belt”. 4. Head Lock Set Screws...Lock the head to the column.
Getting To Know Your Drill Press (continued) 26. On-Off Switch...Has locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and others. Insert key into switch. NOTE: Key is made of yellow plastic. Key To turn drill ON, insert finger under switch lever and pull. To turn drill OFF, push lever in.
Drilling to a Specific Depth Depth Scale Lock To drill a blind hole (not all the way through) to a given depth, proceed as follows. 1. Mark the depth of the hole on the workpiece. 2. Loosen the depth scale lock. 3. With the switch OFF, bring the drill bit down until the tip of lips of the bit are even with the mark. 4. Turn the depth scale counterclockwise until it stops moving. 5. Tighten the depth scale lock. 6. The drill bit will stop at this depth until the depth scale is readjusted.
Getting To Know Your Drill Press (continued) Removing Chuck and Arbor Arbor 1. With the switch OFF, adjust depth scale to hold drill at a depth of (3) three inches. (See instructions for “Locking chuck at desired depth”). 2. Align key holes in spindle and quill by rotating the chuck by hand. (See illustration) 3. Insert key drift into key holes. 4. Tap key drift lightly until the chuck and arbor fall out of spindle. NOTE: Place one hand below chuck to catch it when it falls out.
Re-installing the chuck and arbor 1. Clean the tapered surfaces on the arbor and spindle with a clean cloth. Make sure there are no foreign particles sticking to these surfaces. The slightest piece of dirt on these surfaces will prevent the arbor from seating properly. This will cause the drill to “wobble”. 2. Slide arbor into spindle on drill press. 3. Push up on chuck/arbor assembly as you rotate them. You will feel rectangular end of arbor slip into a notch in the spindle.
Safety Instructions for Basic Drill Press Operation Read the following instructions for operating your drill press to get the best results and to minimize the likelihood of personal injury. WARNING For your own safety, always observe the safety precautions here and on pages 2, 3 and 4. Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears Dress for safety • Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts.
Basic Drill Press Operation Installing Drills Chuck Key Insert drill into chuck far enough to obtain maximum gripping of the chuck jaws. The jaws are approximately 1" long. When using a small drill do not insert it so far that the jaws touch the flutes (spiral grooves) of the drill. Make sure that the drill is centered in the chuck before tightening the chuck with the key. Tighten the drill sufficiently, so that is does not slip while drilling.
Basic Drill Press Operation (continued) Tilting Table To use the table in a bevel (tilted) position, loosen the set screw under table bevel lock with hex “L” wrench. Loosen bevel lock bolt with the 24mm flat wrench (included). Tilt table to desired angle by reading bevel scale. Retighten bevel lock and set screw.
Maintenance Maintenance Lubrication All of the ball bearings are packed with grease at the factory. They require no further lubrication. Periodically lubricate the table elevation mechanism, the splines (grooves) in the spindle, and the rack (teeth of the quill). See “Getting to Know Your Drill Press”. WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch “OFF” and remove plug from power source outlet before maintaining or lubricating your drill press.
Troubleshooting WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch “OFF” and always remove plug from power source outlet before troubleshooting. Consult your Authorized Service Center if for any reason motor will not run. Trouble Noisy Operation Probable Cause Remedy 1. Incorrect belt tension. 1. Adjust tension. See “Installing and Tensioning Belt” section. 2. Lubricate spindle. See “Lubrication” section. 3. Checking tightness of retaining nut on pulley, and tighten if necessary. 4.
Repair Parts Parts List for RIDGID 15" Drill Press Model No. DP15000 Figure 1 4 5 17 12 3 16 14 6 15 13 2 1 14 8 7 12 10 11 9 19 18 Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Part No. Description 817325 508047 817544 813271 817511-1 822039-1 817543 Knob Pivot Idler Pulley Center Bearing Ball 15mm Belt “V” 3/8 x 24 Guard Pulley Motor Screw Hex Soc. Set M6 x 1.0-10 Screw Wash. Hd. M6 x 1.
Figure 2 49 48 47 5 4 9 6 7 8 46 45 1 2 44 3 43 42 11 37 38 39 28 40 14 13 41 11 12 15 36 34 16 35 17 33 18 19 26 32 21 27 20 25 22 28 29 31 24 30 23 10 Repair Parts Parts List for RIDGID 15" Drill Press Model No.
Figure 2 Always order by Part Number -- Not by Key Number Key No. 29 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Part No. 817317 * 817495 821739-1 * 817336-1 * * 826672 * * 821740-1 * 817516 817320 817494 * 817303 817343 817300 826441 826445 826447-1 817774 822216-6 Description Lever Adjusting Screw Hex Hd. M8 x 1.25-16 Support Motor Bracket Cord w/Plug Connector Wire Mount Motor Lockwasher 12mm Nut Hex M12 x 1.75 • Motor Nut Hex M8 x 1.25 Washer M8 x 16 x 1.
Repair Parts Parts List for RIDGID 15" Drill Press Model No. DP15000 Figure 3 12 1 2 3 4 11 5 6 7 10 9 8 Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Part No. 817309 817310 817311 813480 817535 817532 Description Lock Nut M17 x 1.0 Ring Locking Washer Bearing Ball 17mm Gasket Quill Tube Quill 30 Key No. Part No.
Repair Parts Parts List for RDIGID 15" Drill Press Model No. DP15000 Figure 4 1 18 15 2 4 17 5 3 16 10 6 11 14 7 2 9 2 12 13 8 19 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Part No. 821883 * 821861-2 821880 821882 821881-1 * 817577-1 826439 * Key No. Description Collar Rack Screw Hex Soc. Set M6 x 1.0-10 Support Table w/Indicator Tube Column Rack Support Column Screw Hex Hd. M10 x 1.5-40 Base Crank (Includes Set Screw) Screw Hex Soc. Set M10 x 1.
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