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Model G0517 Mill/Drill
Test Run
The purpose of a test run is to make sure your
machine and its safety components are function
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ing correctly. The machine should remain discon
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nected from power until instructed otherwise.
To test run the machine:
1. Loosen the lock knobs on both sides (Figure
14), tighten the V-belts by pulling and holding
tension on the belt tension lever, then tighten
the lock knobs.
2. Clear all tools and other components away
from the mill/drill, and ensure that the belt
cover is closed.
3. Make sure you are familiar with the machine
safety and controls.
Figure 14. Using the belt tension lever to
tighten/loosen the belts.
Lock Knob
Belt Tension
Lever
Wear safety glasses
whenever starting or
using machine. Failure
to comply may result in
serious personal injury.
Keep loose clothing
rolled up and out of the
way of machinery and
keep hair pulled back.
4. Connect the drill press to the power source.
5. Turn the machine ON. The mill/drill should
run smoothly, with little or no vibration or rub
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bing noises.
—If you notice anything unusual about the
operation, turn the machine
OFF, discon-
nect power, and investigate/correct the
problem before operating further.
—If you cannot easily locate the source of a
potential problem, refer to Troubleshooting
on Page 26 or contact our Technical
Support at (570) 546-9663.
6. Remove the switch key (yellow portion of the
main switch), and try to turn the switch
ON.
— If the machine does NOT turn
ON with the
key removed, then the safety feature is
working as intended.
— If the machine turns
ON with the key
removed, then the safety feature is mal
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functioning. Disconnect power to the
machine and contact Tech Support imme
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diately.