7-INCH 12-SPEED DRILL PRESS Model # 4227 bit.ly/wenvideo IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 3 4 5 7 8 13 15 16 17 19 Technical Data General Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules For Drill Press Electrical Information Know Your Drill Press Assembly and Adjustments Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Exploded View and Parts List Warranty TECHNICAL DATA Model Number: Motor: Speed: Chuck Type: Chuck Capacity: Stroke: Swing: Table tilt: Laser: Weight: 2 4227 120 V, 60Hz, 13A, 1-1/2 HP 180 to 2940 RPM JT3 1/8--5/8 in. 4-3/4 in. 17 in.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood. 1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s applications, limitations, and possible hazards. 2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. Do not use power tools in wet/damp areas or expose them to rain.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES 15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant rubber-soled footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap, and other debris. 16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 17. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR DRILL PRESS 12. Do not wear gloves when operating a drill press. 13. Set the drill press to the speed that is appropriate for the material being drilled. 14. If any part of the drill press is missing/damaged or if the electrical components fail to perform properly, shut the power OFF and unplug the drill press. Replace missing, damaged or failed parts before resuming operation. 15. Before leaving the machine, shut the power off, remove the drill bit and clean the table.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The table below shows the correct size to be used according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating. When in doubt, use a heavier cord. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
KNOW YOUR DRILL PRESS H P I J C A D B K O L E P M Q N R G T S F U A B C D E F G H I J K Belt Tension Adjustment Handle Work Light Laser and Work Light Switches Spring Housing Column Collar Table Locking Handle Bevel Scale Pulley Cover Chuck Key Power Switch Depth Adjustment Scale L M N O P Q R S T U Chuck Feed Handles Table Motor Motor Locking Wing Screw Column Table Adjustment Crank Rack Base Bevel Lock Bolt 7
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS UNPACKING Unpack the drill press and all of its parts. Compare against the list below. Do not discard the carton or any packaging until the drill press is completely assembled. To protect the drill press from moisture, a protective coating has been applied to the machine’s surfaces. Remove this coating with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene or WD-40®. Do not use acetone, gasoline, or lacquer thinner to clean. Apply a coat of good paste wax to the table and column.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug the drill press in until the missing or damaged part is repaired or replaced. ASSEMBLY 1. Position the base on the floor. Attach the column to the base using four M10X30 hex head bolts (Fig. 1). 2. Loosen the set screw and remove the column collar and gear rack from the column. With the help of a friend, place the rack inside the table bracket before sliding the table assembly with the rack down onto the column (Fig. 2).
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS ASSEMBLY (CONT.) 8. Assemble the hub cover (Fig. 8 - 1) and fasten it in place with a M6X16 flat head screw (Fig. 8 - 2). Attach the three handle caps (Fig. 9 -1). 9. To install the LED light assembly, connect the lamp plug contact (Fig. 10 - 2) to the power source plug contact (Fig. 10 3) within the drill’s head. 1 2 10. Use four pan head screws (Fig. 10 - 1) to install the lamp assembly to the drill press head. Flip the LED lamp switch (Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 14 2 1 Wedge Fig. 15 Fig. 13 REMOVING THE CHUCK (Fig. 13) 1. Turn the feed handles to lower the chuck to the lowest position. 2. Slide the wedge into the opening in the quill. Tap on the wedge using a hammer (not included). The chuck and arbor will drop out. Note: To avoid possible damage to the drill or chuck, be prepared to catch the chuck as it falls. As a safeguard, the table can be raised to its maximum height as a backup in case you miss the falling chuck.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS FEED DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Turn the depth scale ring to the desired depth (Fig. 19 - 1). Lock the scale ring in place with the depth knob (Fig. 19 - 2). The spindle will now stop after traveling the selected distance. SPEED ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 20 & 21) This drill press has 12 speeds. The speeds can be changed by changing the belt locations on the motor pulleys as shown in Fig. 21. To change the locations on the pulleys, open the belt cover.
OPERATION INSTALLING A DRILL BIT 1. With the switch OFF, open the chuck jaws (Fig. 23 - 1) using the chuck key (Fig. 23 - 2). Turn the chuck key counterclockwise to open the jaws. 2 2. Insert the drill bit (Fig. 23 - 3) into the chuck far enough to obtain the maximum gripping by the jaws, but not far enough to touch the spiral grooves of the drill bit when the jaws are tightened. 1 3 3. Make sure the drill is centered in the chuck. Turn the chuck key (Fig. 23 2) clockwise to tighten the jaws. Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS USING THE LASER GUIDE WARNING: Do not stare directly at the laser beam. Please observe all safety rules. • Never aim the beam at a person or an object other than the workpiece. • Do not project the laser beam into the eyes of others. • Always make sure the laser beam is aimed at a workpiece that does not possess reflective surfaces, as the laser beam could project into your eyes or the eyes of others. The laser guide should be adjusted prior to operation.
OPERATION DRILLING SPEEDS There are a few important factors to keep in mind when determining the best drilling speed: material type, hole size, drill bit or cutter type, and desired quality level. Smaller drill bits require greater speed than larger drill bits. Softer materials require greater speed than harder materials. See page 12 for recommended speeds for particular materials. DRILLING METAL • Use metal-piercing twist drill bits.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Noisy operation SOLUTIONS 1) Adjust the belt tension (See REPLACE THE BELT section) 2) Lubricate the spindle 3) Tighten the retaining nut on the pulley insert 4) Tighten the set screw on the side of the motor pulley The drill bit burns or 1) Drilling at the incorrect speed 1) Change the speed smokes 2) The wood chips are not coming out 2) Retract the drill bit frequently to clear the of the hole chips 3) Dull drill bit 3) Sharpen or replace the drill bit 4) Feeding the workpiece too
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