Stand maintenance
WARNING! Inspection and/or maintenance
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should be carried out with the motor
switched off and the plug disconnected.
The lifetime of your machine can be extended considerably if
it is used, cared for and maintained in the proper manner.
Cleaning and lubrication
IMPORTANT! Remove the drill motor.
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It is important that the drill stand is kept clean for
functionality to be maintained.
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Clean the stand using a high pressure washer and then
wipe dry.
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Lubricate the moving parts on the stand. Apply grease to
counteract corrosion on the contact surfaces.
Adjusting the feed housing
If there is play between the column and the feed housing, the
play must be adjusted.
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Remove top and bottom plastic carriage covers.
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Loosen set screws holding guide roller shafts.
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MAINTENANCE
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Start with the top guide roller. Use a flat screwdriver and
turn clockwise to guide the roller closer to the column.
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Tighten set screw to lock the guide roller shaft.
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Adjust the lower roller by screwing anti-clockwise to guide
the roller nearer to the column.
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Tighten set screw to lock the guide roller shaft.
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Use the feed lever to see if the feed housing moves
smoothly on the column. If not, adjust the rollers again.
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Fit the top and bottom plastic carraiage covers.
Repairs
IMPORTANT! All types of repairs may only be carried out by
authorised repairmen. This is so that the operators are not
exposed to great risks.
Daily maintenance
1 Check that nuts and screws are tight.
2 Clean the outside of the machine.
3 Check that the feed crank can be moved without
resistance.
4 Check that the gearing moves easily and does not cause
any noise.
5 Check for any wear or damage on the column.
6 Check that the feed housing can be moved easily and
does not backlash against the stand column.