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Model G0779 (Mfd. Since 09/14)
Lifting & Placing
HEAVY LIFT!
Straining or crushing injury
may occur from improperly
lifting machine or some of
its parts. To reduce this risk,
get help from other people
and use a forklift (or other
lifting equipment) rated for
weight of this machine.
Anchoring to Floor
Anchoring machinery to the floor prevents tipping
or shifting and reduces vibration that may occur
during operation, resulting in a machine that runs
slightly quieter and feels more solid.
If the machine will be installed in a commercial or
workplace setting, or if it is permanently connect-
ed (hardwired) to the power supply, local codes
may require that it be anchored to the floor.
If not required by any local codes, fastening the
machine to the floor is an optional step. If you
choose not to do this with your machine, we rec-
ommend placing it on machine mounts, as these
provide an easy method for leveling and they have
vibration-absorbing pads.
Lag shield anchors with lag screws (see below)
are a popular way to anchor machinery to a con-
crete floor, because the anchors sit flush with the
floor surface, making it easy to unbolt and move
the machine later, if needed. However, anytime
local codes apply, you MUST follow the anchoring
methodology specified by the code.
Machine Base
Concrete
Lag Screw
Lag Shield Anchor
Flat Washer
Drilled Hole
Figure 9. Popular method for anchoring
machinery to a concrete floor.
Anchoring to Concrete Floors
Number of Mounting Holes ............................ 4
Diameter of Mounting Hardware .................
1
⁄2"
To lift and place the machine:
1. Move shipping crate next to intended location
of drill press, then remove top portion of crate
from shipping pallet.
2. To help balance machine when moving,
move table as close to base as possible, and
raise headstock to its highest position.
3. Place lifting sling around headstock (see
Figure 8), and attach it securely to forklift (or
other power lifting equipment).
Note: Make sure you tighten all locks that
restrict moving parts to avoid sudden shifts
which could unbalance machine.
Figure 8. Typical lifting sling position.
4. Unbolt machine from pallet.
5. With another person to help to steady
machine, lift it just enough to clear pallet and
any floor obstacles, then place it in its final
position on shop floor.