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Maintenance
Before doing maintenance on
the machine, disconnect it from the electrical
supply by pulling out the plug or switching
off the main switch! Failure to comply may
cause serious injury.
After each use, clean sawdust from the table
with a brush (do not use your hands).
Occasionally apply a light film of oil to the quill
and column. This will reduce wear, prevent rust
and assure ease of operation.
Apply grease to the rack on the column.
Check that bolts are tight and electrical cords
are in good condition. Belts should be in good
condition and tensioned properly. Occasional
dressing of the belts with spray can type belt
dressing or paraffin wax will promote longer belt
life and quieter operation.
Bearings on the drill press are self-contained
and permanently lubricated; no further
lubrication is needed.
Exposed metal surfaces of the table and base
should be kept clean and free of rust. Apply a
good quality paste wax. Avoid any wax that
contains silicone or other synthetic ingredients.
These materials can find their way into lumber
and can make staining and finishing difficult.
The quill return spring should receive SAE 20 oil
once yearly. Apply the oil beneath the coil spring
cover (E, Figure 19) using a squirt can.
Troubleshooting
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Not connected to power. Check all plug connections.
Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.
Drill press will not
start.
Cord damaged. Replace cord.
Extension cord too light or too long.
Replace with adequate size and
length cord.
Drill press does not
come up to speed.
Low current. Contact a qualified electrician.
Improper belt tension. Adjust belt tension.
Uneven belt wear (hard spots). Replace belt.
Motor or spindle pulley out of balance. Balance or repair problem pulley.
Excessive vibration.
Motor malfunction.
Have motor tested by a qualified
service center. Repair or replace as
necessary.
Overfeeding the bit. Reduce feed rate.
Dull bit. Sharpen or replace bit.
Motor not reaching running speed. Repair or replace motor.
Motor stalls.
Motor is malfunctioning.
Have motor tested by a qualified
service center. Repair or replace as
necessary.
Excessive vibration. See “Excessive Vibration” above.
Incorrect belt tension. Adjust belt tension.
Dry spindle. Lubricate spindle.
;Noisy Operation.
Loose pulleys. Make any needed corrections.