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MODEL
#840116
8" BENCH DRILL PRESS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USE, READ CAREFULLY AND
UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS. FAILURE TO DO
SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE
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SECTION FOUR TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 CONGRATULATIONS! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26 INTENDED USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER. REMOVE ADJUSTING KE
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This drill press is equipped with a grounded 3-wire power cord with a 3-prong plug. If the power cord will not fit into the wall plug, an approved adapter can be used as long as it is connected to the center screw in the wall plate. See Figure 1 and the REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure switch is in the steps below to use an AC grounding adapter: “OFF” position before plugging in. 1. Remove the cover plate mounting screw. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owners manual fo
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES USE ONLY DRILL BITS, SANDING DRUMS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES that are designed for the various speeds of this drill press. The drill bits, sanding READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. If there are instructions in this drums and other accessories should have a shank size 1/2" OR SMALLER. manual that are not completely understood, seek the advice of a trained profes- Unsuitable drill bits can break without warning throwing fragments outward at sional or conta
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DISCONNECT THE DRILL PRESS POWER CORD FROM THE AC OUTLET before SECURE THE ELECTRICAL POWER CORD when the drill press is not in use to making adjustments to the worktable, clamps, vises, work pieces, changing drill prevent unauthorized use of the tool and/or to prevent children from acciden- bits, or changing the speed of the drill motor preventing the tool from acciden- tally turning it on. tally turning on. Failure to adhere to this step could result in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION about the proper
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ASSEMBLY 5 3 Do not begin assembly of Bench-mounted Drill Press if the AC power cord is plugged into an AC power receptacle. Do not begin assembly of Bench-mounted Drill Press if power switch on the 6 front of the base is switched to the “ON” position. 2 INSPECTION: Carefully inspect each individual part of the drill press to ensure there are no cracked, broken, or bent components. 8 4 12 1. Carefully choose a location for the bench-mounted drill press. If mounted on a 1 5
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INSTALLING THE COLUMN ASSEMBLY TO THE BASE Ensure the spindle taper (Q) and the tapered hole in the 1. Place the base (1) on a firm level surface. drill chuck (R) are clean and free of any grease, lacquer, or rust preventative coatings. These compounds can cause the drill chuck (R ) to seize when 2. Secure the column assembly (2) to the base (A) 2 installed on the spindle shaft (Q). using the three hex-head screws (3) provided. See Figure 2. 3 3 INSTALLING HANDLES 1 3 4 1. Insert the three dri
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MOUNTING THE DRILL PRESS During operation of the drill press, To avoid damage to the drill chuck and the spindle shaft, there may be instances where the tool do not drive the chuck onto the spindle shaft with a metal hammer. Damage could tip over, slide, or walk on the to the Drill Chuck will occur. supporting surface. To secure the drill press: REMOVING AND INSTALLING DRILL BITS 1. Place the drill press (1) on the workbench (2) as desired. Disconnect drill press from AC power source and ensure
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N N N O O O I I I T T T A A A I I I D D D A A A R R R E E E R R R N N N R R R E E E U U U S S S O O O S S S A A A O O O L L L I I I P P P X T X T X T E E E U U U D D D I I I A A A O O O V V V C C C A A A AVOID EXPOSURE - LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE.” TO CHANGE LASE
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OPERATING THE DRILL PRESS Ensure that the switch toggle, when removed, is kept in The drill press is designed to use drill bits with a shank of 1/2" or less. The follow- a secure place. Once removed, the drill press will not start without it. ing will give the inexperienced operator practice with common drilling operations. Always use scrap material and do test procedures before working on the actual workpiece. These test runs will decrease as experience and confidence with the drill ADJUSTING T
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1. Lift up the pulley cover (1). 6 TILTING THE WORKTABLE 4 2. Release the belt tension by loosen- 1. The worktable (1) can be tilted to the left ing the tension lock knob (2) located or right by loosening the pivot bolt (4) 5 on the side of the drill press head. mounted beneath the worktable. See Loosen the tension lock knob (2) by Figure 13. turning it counterclockwise. 2. Tilt the worktable (1) to the desired posi- 3. Pivot the motor (3) towards the tion and tighten the pivot bolt (4). front
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1 3 1. Insert drill bit (2) into drill chuck. 3. Turn the spring housing (5) counter- 4 clockwise to increase the spring ten- 2 2. Lower the spindle (3) until the pointer 4 sion or clockwise to decrease the (4) is in line with the mark on the spring tension. scale (5). 4. Turn nut (4 - inside) until it contacts 5 3. Tighten the lock screw (6). the spring housing (5). Back nut (4) out 1/4 turn and tighten it against 4. Return the spindle (3) to the up posi- nut (3 - outside) to hold the spring t
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Always attach grounded (3-prong) extension cords to grounded (3-hole) outlets. DRILLING METAL If the drill press must be used outside, use an extension cord labeled “W-A” or “W.” These extension cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the chances of electrical shock. Always use clamps or a vise when drilling metal. The If you must use an extension cord, be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry workpiece should never be held in place by hand. the amount of current necessary for your po
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Warranty Performance OTHER CONSUMER DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TOOLS By purchasing the product, purchaser expressly acknowledges and agrees that their Alltrade offers a full range of Kawasaki™ tools that make DIY jobs easy. If you would sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be strictly limited to the repair like further information on the following products, please contact Alltrade Customer or replacement of any covered nonconforming items or parts thereof provided that Service Departme
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This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as drill bits, ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S), OR THE PURCHASER, INCLUDING screwdriving bits, circular saw blades, jigsaw blades, grinding wheels, sanding BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE sheets and other related items. WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES. DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM TAMPERING,
