WARNING
tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in serious
injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL.
Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor
WARNING
read and understood this owner's manual.
STABILITY OF THE DRILL PRESS
If there is any tendency of the drill press to tilt or move during any use, bolt it to the bench top
or to a piece of 3/4" (19 mm) exterior plywood large enough to stabilize the drill press. Bolt
the plywood to the underside of the base so it extends beyond the sides of the base. DO NOT
USE PRESSED WOOD PANELS. They can break unexpectedly. If the workpiece is too large
to easily support with one hand, provide an auxiliary support.
LOCATION
Use the drill press in a well-lit area and on a level surface, clean and smooth enough to reduce
the risk of trips and falls. Use it where neither the operator nor the casual observer is forced to
stand in line with a potential kickback.
PROTECTION: Eyes, hands, ears and body.
WARNING
DO NOT WEAR:
Loose fitting gloves
Necktie
Loose clothing
Jewelry
DO:
TIE BACK LONG HAIR
ROLL LONG SLEEVES ABOVE ELBOWS
a. If any part of your drill press is missing, malfunctioning, has been damaged or broken (such
as the motor switch, or other operating control, a safety device or the power cord) cease
operating immediately until the particular part is properly repaired or replaced.
b. Never place your fingers in a position where they could contact the drill bit or other cutting
tool if the workpiece should unexpectedly shift or your hand should slip.
c. To avoid injury from parts thrown by the spring, follow the instructions exactly as given and
shown in "SPINDLE RETURN SPRING" section.
d. To prevent the workpiece from being torn from your hands, spinning on the table, shattering
the tool, or being thrown, always support your work so it won't shift or bind on the tool.
Always position "backup material" (used beneath the work piece) to contact the left side of
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the column.
Whenever possible, position the workpiece to contact the left side of the column — if it
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is short or the table is tilted, clamp solidly to the table. Use table slots or clamping ledge
around the outside edge of the table.
When using a drill press vise, always fasten it to the table.
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Never do any work "free hand" (hand-holding a workpiece rather than supporting it on the
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table), except when polishing.
Securely lock head and table support to column, and table to table support before operating
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drill press.
Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.), be
sure voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the
For your own safety, do not operate your drill press until it is completely
assembled and installed according to the instructions and until you have
TO AVOID BEING PULLED INTO THE SPINNING TOOL—
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