Central Machinery 13 in. 16 Speed Bench Drill Press Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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Table of Contents
Safety
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WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
Setup
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Operation
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
General Tool Safety Warnings
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Maintenance
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
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5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should
be kept safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
7. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
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General Tool Safety Warnings (cont′d)
0–6
18
16
16
14
6.1 – 10
18
16
14
12
10.1 – 12
16
16
14
12
12.1 – 16
14
12
Do not use.
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Table A shows the correct size to use depending
on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets,
or other jewelry which may get caught in moving
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use
face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;
when changing accessories, such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in
off position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories
may cause risk of injury to persons.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or
if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended
function – check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED.
Feed work into a blade or cutter against the
direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool
until it comes to a complete stop.
Maintenance
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
Safety
(at full load)
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
Setup
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25′
50′ 100′ 150′
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Operation
Table A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
FOR EXTENSION CORDS
(120 VOLT)
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Grounding Instructions
Safety
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
110-120 VAC Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs
1. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Setup
2. Do not modify the plug provided – if it will
not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
3. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
The conductor with insulation having an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow
stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor.
If repair or replacement of the electric cord or
plug is necessary, do not connect the equipmentgrounding conductor to a live terminal.
Operation
4. Check with a qualified electrician or service
personnel if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if in doubt as
to whether the tool is properly grounded.
5. Use only 3-wire extension cords that
have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole
receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
6. Repair or replace damaged or
worn cord immediately.
Grounding
Pin
125 VAC 3-Prong Plug and Outlet
(for up to 125 VAC and up to 15 A)
7. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has
an outlet that looks like the one illustrated above in
125 VAC 3-Prong Plug and Outlet. The tool has
a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated
above in 125 VAC 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.
8. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all codes and ordinances.
9. Do not use an adapter to connect
this tool to a different outlet.
Drill Press Safety Warnings
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating Drill Press
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not wear gloves, necktie, or loose clothing.
Maintenance
3. Clamp workpiece or brace against
column to prevent rotation.
4. Use recommended speed for drill
accessory and workpiece material.
5. The included chuck key is specially designed
to be self-ejecting, reducing the risk of ejecting
at high speed. Only use the included chuck
key or an identical replacement key.
7. The use of accessories or attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer may
result in a risk of injury to persons.
8. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
9. Do not depress the spindle lock when
starting or during operation.
10. Only use safety equipment that has been approved
by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved
safety equipment may not provide adequate
protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved
and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved
for the specific hazards in the work area.
6. DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD
DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving
guards must move freely and close instantly.
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12. Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.
13. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
14. Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
15. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
16. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities, contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other
masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
17. WARNING: The cord of this product contains
lead and/or di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP),
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
18. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are factors
which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
Setup
11. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
Safety
Drill Press Safety Warnings (cont′d)
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an
extended period should first be examined by a
doctor and then have regular medical check‑ups
to ensure medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant women or
people who have impaired blood circulation to
the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system
disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should
not use this tool. If you feel any medical or
physical symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there
is a choice between different processes.
4. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
5. Grip workpiece as lightly as possible (while still
keeping safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
6. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
explained in this manual. If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
Maintenance
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or
long-term exposure to vibration may cause
temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
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Operation
Vibration Safety
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Specifications
Safety
Electrical Rating
120VAC / 60Hz / 6.6A
Speeds
220 -- 3600 RPM, 16 Speed
Chuck Capacity
7/64" to 5/8"
Spindle Stroke
3-1/8"
Swing
13-1/4"
Table
11-1/2" Diameter
Table Slot
1/2"
V-Belt Type
0-685, 0-625
227541
Setup - Before Use:
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Setup
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet
before performing any procedure in this section.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
Mounting
1. Secure the tool to a supporting structure before use.
Operation
2. Bolt the Base to a flat, level, solid workbench
capable of supporting the weight of the
drill press and any workpieces.
3. Verify that installation surface has no hidden
utility lines before drilling or driving screws.
Assembly
Column Assembly to Base
1. Position the Base (1) on a flat level surface.
3. Tighten firmly.
2. Bolt the Column Support (2) and
Column (6) assembly to the level surface
using four M10x30mm Bolts (5).
Maintenance
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2. Lubricate the Worm Gear (29) with light grease, and
insert shaft first into Worm Gear Housing in the Arm
which should fully mesh with the Helical Gear (19).
Hold it in this position. The Worm Gear Shaft
will extend through the housing to be ready
for the crank to be attached in a later step.
3. Gently slide the Arm assembly over the Column
and hold it steady while inserting the Rack down
through the Worm Gear Housing, meshing with
the Helical Gear, ensuring the long smooth end
of the Rack is uppermost. The bottom end of
the Rack will be located in the groove formed
by the Column Support and the Column.
4. Hold the machine in this position while replacing
the Collar on the Column, and ensure that the end
of the Rack is firmly engaged in the groove formed
between the Collar and the Column. However,
make sure the Rack is not pinched and there is a
working clearance between the Rack and Collar.
5. Firmly secure the Collar with the Collar Set Screw.
6. Thread the Arm Locking Handle (22) in from the
left, and tighten to secure the arm to the Column.
7. Slacken off the Arm Locking Handle and turn
the Crank, testing to ensure that the arm
will move the full length of the Rack easily,
without binding, and will also rotate about
the Column evenly, and without binding.
8. IF TOO TIGHT, nudge up the Arm Locking Handle
and slacken off the Collar Set Screw. Adjust to
give a greater working clearance between the Rack
and Collar, tighten the Set Screw, and test again.
9. Insert the Table into its Housing on the Arm
and secure with the Table Clamp (33).
Setup
1. Remove the Rack (7) from the Column (6) by
slackening off the Collar Set Screw (17) and
removing the Collar (16). The rack is stowed
in this position only for transit purposes.
Safety
Table and Support Arm to Column
Head to Column
2. With assistance, raise the Head (95)
and locate it on top of the Column.
3. Align the Head with the Base, and firmly
secure with the Head Lock Set Screws.
4. Screw the three Feed Handles (8) and screw them
firmly into the hub of the Spindle Feed Shaft (63).
Installing the Chuck
2. Open the jaws of the Chuck to their
maximum, using the Chuck Key supplied.
3. Put a piece of scrap wood on the table
to protect the Chuck Nose.
4. Ensuring all parts are thoroughly clean
and dry and burr free, insert the Arbor (39)
firmly into the end of the Chuck (38).
5. Insert the other end of the Arbor, with the Chuck
now attached, into the end of the Spindle Shaft (40),
turning, where necessary, to ensure that the
point on the end of the Arbor locates correctly
with the drive slot in the Spindle Shaft.
6. Pull the Spindle down using the
Feed Handles, pressing the Chuck nose
hard against a piece of scrap wood on the
table, to press the Chuck into place.
Maintenance
1. With the Chuck Guard lifted clear of the
spindle nose, slide the work Table up the
Column to within 6″ of the spindle.
Pulley Cover Knob
Locate the Knob with Pan Head Screw (93)
and attach to the Cover. Screw on tightly.
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Operation
1. It may be necessary to unscrew the Head Lock
Set Screws (62) slightly to ensure they do
not protrude internally, as this would prevent
the Head from sliding fully into position.
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Installing the Drive Belts
Safety
1. Loosen the Belt Tension Locking Knobs (12)
on both sides of the head. Turn the Belt
Tension Lever (65) clockwise to bring the
Motor Pulley (74) close to the Spindle Pulley
allowing the belts to be slipped on with ease.
2. Lubricate the Idler Pivot Shaft (86) and
Idler Pulley (87), with light grease, and install in its
mounting between the motor and spindle pulleys.
4. Turn the Belt Tension Lever (65) counterclockwise
so that tension is applied to the Belts. Tension is
correct when the Belts deflect by approximately
1/2" at the centers of their spans when using
reasonable thumb pressure. Lock the motor
in this position with the locking knob.
Deflection
Distance
3. Consult the chart inside the pulley cover
(or Table B: Drill Speeds on page 10), and
install the Belts in the positions corresponding
to spindle/drill speed required.
Functions
Setup
Operation
Maintenance
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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Safety
Tool Set Up
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet
before performing any procedure in this section.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED.
Moving guards must move freely and close instantly.
Table Adjustment
1. Raise or lower the table by slackening off the Arm
Locking Handle (A) and turning the Crank (C),
clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower.
5. Turn the table about its axis,
by slackening off clamp (D).
Setup
The table is capable of moving in four directions.
2. Swivel the Table about the Column by slackening off
the Arm Locking Handle. The Table assembly, Arm
and Rack (B), move as one around the Column.
4. TO ENSURE THAT THE DRILL IS ENTIRELY
PERPENDICULAR TO THE TABLE, insert a
piece of straight round bar in the Chuck, place
a square on the table and bring it up to the
round bar. Adjust the table tilt if necessary
so that the table is correctly aligned.
Operation
3. Tilt the Table by slackening the Bevel Table Locking
Screw (E), and tilting to the required angle.
A Scale (F) is provided on the arm measured in
degrees, to assist in setting the required angle.
For all normal operations the
table should be set at 0°.
Figure A: Table Adjustment
Setting a Drilling Depth
Located around the Spindle Feed Shaft is a
Depth Stop Collar (A) carrying a graduated scale.
The Collar is capable of turning about the shaft,
and may be locked in place by a Locking Screw (B).
3. Lock the collar in this position
using the locking screw.
Maintenance
The gradations are in inches and metric.
1. Lower the Drill (with the power OFF) so that it
contacts the material and hold in that position.
2. Slacken off the Locking Screw and turn the Collar
so that the measurement for the depth of the
hole required is in line with the pointer (C).
Figure B: Drill Depth Adjustment
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Changing Drill Speed
Before changing the speeds, make sure the
machine is switched OFF and UNPLUGGED.
Safety
1. Open the Pulley Cover.
3. Consult the chart inside the Pulley Cover
and position the Belts on the Pulleys
according to the Spindle which corresponds
to the spindle/drill speed required.
2. Slacken off the Belt Tension Lock Knobs (12) on
both sides of the Head and turn the Belt Tension
Lever (65) clockwise, to bring the Motor Pulley (74)
closer to the Spindle Pulley (50) in order to remove
all tension from the Drive Belts (sizes 0-685, 0-625).
4. When the Belts have been correctly positioned,
tighten them by turning the Belt Tension Lock Knobs
until the Belt deflects by approximately 1/2″ at its
center when using reasonable thumb pressure.
Lock this position in with the two Locking Knobs.
Note: If the belt is too long to
be properly tensioned, it must be replaced.
Setup
220
290
360
430
500
570
630
760
830
920
1430
1620
1850
2260
2580
3600
Left Belt 0-625
Right Belt 0-685E
Table B: Drill Speeds
The table above shows the Belt arrangements for given drill speeds (A full
chart is also located on the inside of the pulley cover).
Bit Installation
Operation
Insert the Drill into the jaws of the Chuck approximately 1″, ensuring that the jaws do not touch the flutes of the Drill.
Before tightening the Chuck, ensure that the Drill is centered within the jaws.
Maintenance
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1. Designate a work area that is clean and well‑lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
9. FOR FLAT WORK, lay the workpiece on
to a wooden base and clamp it down firmly
against the table to prevent it from turning.
2. Route the Power Cord along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or
exposing the power cord to possible damage. The
Power Cord must reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement while working.
10. FOR SMALL WORKPIECES that cannot be
clamped to the Table, use a drill press vise.
Clamp or bolt the vise to the table.
3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps
(not included) to prevent movement while working.
4. There must not be objects, such as utility lines,
nearby that will present a hazard while working.
11. WHEN DRILLING COMPLETELY THROUGH
WOOD, position a piece of scrap wood between
the workpiece and the table to prevent splintering
on the underside of the workpiece as the bit
breaks through. Brace one end of the scrap wood
against the left side of the column. Securely clamp
the other end of the scrap wood to the table.
Safety
Workpiece and Work Area Set Up
5. Set the Table height and position so
that the drill travel range is sufficient
for the workpiece to be drilled.
Setup
6. Set the drilling depth so that the bit will not
contact the table - or align the Table so that
the hole in its center is in line with the bit.
7. Make sure the workpiece is securely clamped.
That is, held in a drill vise, or bolted to the table.
WARNING! Do not hold the workpiece
with your bare hands while drilling.
Serious injury may be caused if the workpiece
is flung out of the operator’s hand.
Figure C: Bracing workpiece against column
General Operating Instructions
1. Bring the drill bit down with the Feed Knob to where
the hole is to be drilled.
Make minor workpiece alignment adjustments.
2. Make sure that the Switch is in the off‑position,
then plug in the tool.
3. Turn on the tool.
WARNING! If the bit grabs and spins the workpiece, do
not attempt to stop the spinning with your hands. Step
back, and turn the Drill Press off. Wait for the Spindle
to stop turning before dislodging the workpiece.
Operation
8. IF THE WORKPIECE IS IRREGULARLY SHAPED
and cannot be laid flat on the Table, securely block
and clamp it. Any tilting, twisting or shifting will
result not only in a roughly drilled hole but also
increases the chances of damage to the drill.
5. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and unplug
the tool from its electrical outlet after use. Clean,
then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.
Maintenance
4. Pull down on the Feed Knob and slowly
drill the hole into the workpiece.
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Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
Safety
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet
before performing any procedure in this section.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
Setup
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts,
• damaged electrical wiring, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
3. Periodically, wear ANSI‑approved
safety goggles and NIOSH‑approved
breathing protection and blow dust out of
the motor vents using dry compressed air.
4.
WARNING! If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.
Belt Inspection and Tensioning
1. Remove Belt Cover, if equipped.
Operation
2. Examine Belts (0-685 and 0-625) for cracks,
tears in the backing, or other damage. Replace
Belt if damaged according to steps below:
a. Loosen the Motor Mounting Bolts and slide the
Motor towards the other Pulley as far as possible.
b. Slide the old Belt off of the smallest
Pulley first, then remove it.
c. Put the new belt around the larger Pulley
first, then around the smaller Pulley.
d. Move the Motor away from the other Pulley until it
is properly tensioned according to the directions
below. Tighten the Motor Mounting Bolts.
3. Check and adjust belt tension
according to the steps below:
a. Press on the center of the longest span
on the Belt with moderate finger pressure.
Then measure the deflection distance,
the distance that the Belt moved. The
Belt should deflect approximately 1/2″.
b. If the Belt deflects too much, tighten Belt
by loosening the Motor Mounting Bolts and
moving the Motor away from the other pulley
slightly. Secure Motor Mounting Bolts and
retest tension. If the Belt is too long to be
properly tensioned, it must be replaced.
c. If the Belt deflects too little, loosen Belt by
loosening the Motor Mounting Bolts and moving
the Motor towards the other Pulley very slightly.
Secure Motor Mounting Bolts and retest tension.
4. Before use, replace Belt Cover if equipped.
Maintenance
Deflection
Distance
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Troubleshooting
Tool operates
slowly.
Performance
decreases
over time.
3. Tool’s thermal reset breaker
tripped (if equipped).
4. Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or switch, for example.)
Extension cord too long or
wire size too small.
1. Accessory dull or damaged.
2. Carbon brushes worn or damaged.
Excessive noise 1. Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
or rattling.
brushes or bearings, for example.)
2. Belt too loose (slipping) or
too tight (bearing damage).
Overheating.
1. Forcing machine to work too fast.
2. Accessory dull or damaged.
3. Blocked motor housing vents.
4. Motor being strained by long or
small diameter extension cord.
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
turn off tool and check circuit breaker.
If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right
capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads.
3. Turn off tool and allow to cool.
Press reset button on tool.
4. Have technician service tool.
Safety
Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
Likely Solutions
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension cord
is needed, use one with the proper diameter for its
length and load. See Table A on page 3.
1. Keep cutting accessories sharp.
Replace as needed.
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
1. Have technician service tool.
2. Properly tension belt.
1. Allow machine to work at its own rate.
2. Keep cutting accessories sharp.
Replace as needed.
3. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH‑approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
4. Eliminate use of extension cord.
If an extension cord is needed, use one with
the proper diameter for its length and load.
See Table A on page 3.
Setup
Possible Causes
Operation
Problem
Maintenance
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
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Parts List and Diagram
Parts List
Safety
Part
Setup
Operation
Maintenance
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
Description
Base
Column Support
Flat Gasket 10
Elastic Washer 10
Bolt M10×30
Column
Rack
Feed Handle
Spring Pin 5×30
Shaft Pinion
Dial
Belt Tension Locking Knob
Scale Label
Rivet 2×3
Pointer
Collar
Collar Set Screw M8×10
Axis Pin
Helical Gear
Support
Crank
Handle Cover
Work Table
Socket Head Cap Screw m10×90
Handle Grip
Nut M10
Jiggle Bar
Cross-Shape Screw M5×8
Worm Gear
Scale Label
“0” Degree Label
Support Arm
Table Clamp
Clamp Knob
Socket Head Cap Screw M6×10
Flat Gasket 16
Bolt M16×25
Chuck
Arbor
Spindle Shaft
Ball Bearing 6005
Drift Key
Collar Bush
Rubber Ring
Ball Bearing 6003
Retainer Ring 16
Retainer Ring 47
Bearing Space Ring
Spindle Housing
Spindle Pulley
V-Belt O-625
Qty
1
1
4
4
4
1
1
3
1
1
1
3
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
Part
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
Description
Qty
Thin Nut M24×1.5
Tapping Screw ST3.5×10
Switch
Flat Gasket 5
Junction Box
Screw M4×8
Elastic Washer 4
Wire
Tooth Washer 4
Round Pin
Head Lock Set Screw M10×10
Spindle Feed Shaft
Hand Shank
Belt Tension Lever
Jackstay (B)
Flat Gasket 12
Bolt M8×25
Gasket 8
Motor Base Plate
Motor
Elastic Washer 8
Nut M8
Motor Pulley
Nut M12
Elastic Washer 12
Jackstay (A)
Pull Pin
Cam
Hex Head Cap Screw M6×12
Rubber Pad
Protective Pin
Wire Clamp (A)
Flat Gasket 6
Cross-Shaped Screw M6×10
Idler Pivot Shaft
Idler Pulley
V-Belt O-685E
Ball Bearing 6202
Retainer Ring 35
Hand Lever
Pulley Cover
Pan Head Screw M5×12
Nut M6
Head
Wire Clamp (B)
Plug Cord
Tension Spring
Spring Cap
Nut M10×1
Screw
1
3
1
3
1
4
2
2
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
4
4
8
1
1
4
4
1
3
2
1
1
1
1
4
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record
month and year of purchase instead.
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Note: Some parts are listed and shown for
illustration purposes only, and are not available
individually as replacement parts.
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Assembly Diagram
90
Safety
89
89
88
87
86
91
85
84
85
84
52
83
74
51
35
92
82
81
47
67
80
97
78
77
96 95
41
100
99
47
98
57
60
53
70
64
63
61
15
12
14
11
16
17
54
69
13
56
55
68
65
62
59
67
66
12
101
58
73
72
71
94
85
48
75
69
79
84
41
76
Setup
93
49
10
9
Operation
50
8
18
19
21
22
20
23
28
46
45
30
44
31
43
37
42
36
35
32
33
6
29
27
26
7
5
25
24
4
3
34
Maintenance
41
2
40
1
39
38
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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