Craftsman CMXEDAR300 Instruction Manual page 12

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2. Turn the screw 42 clockwise to eliminate the play,
using a slotted screwdriver, but without obstructing the
upward movement of the spindle. (A little play in the
spindle is normal.)
3. Tighten the lock nut
Fig. Q
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42
Quill Return Spring (Fig. R)
The quill return spring may need adjustment if the quill
return speed is too fast or too slow. This spring is located
on the left side of the drill head.
1. Lower the table for additional clearance.
2. Place a screwdriver in the lower front notch
spring cap 44 . Hold it in place while loosening and
removing only the outer jam nut
wrench.
3. With the screwdriver still engaged in the notch
the inner nut just until the notch
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the boss on the drill press head.
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CAUTION: DO NOT REMOVE THIS INNER NUT,
because the spring will forcibly unwind.
4. Carefully turn the spring cap
the screwdriver, engaging the next notch.
5. Lower the quill to the lowest position by rotating the
feed handle in a counterclockwise direction while
holding the spring cap
6. If the quill moves up and down as you desire, tighten
the inner nut 46 against the spring cap with the
wrench. If too loose, repeat steps 3 through 5 to tighten.
If too tight, reverse steps 4 and 5.
7. Secure the outer jam nut
with the wrench. DO nOT OVERTighTEn and restrict
quill movement.
Fig. R
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.
41
43
45 , using a 10 mm
disengages from
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44 counterclockwise with
in position.
44
against the inner nut
45
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Belt Tension (Fig. S)

WARNING: To avoid injury from an accidental
start, ALWAYS make sure the switch is in the "OFF"
position, the switch key is removed, and the plug is not
connected to the power source outlet before making
belt adjustments.
1. Open the pulley cover.
2. To unlock the belt tension, turn the belt tension lock
knob 12
counterclockwise.
3. Pull the motor
loosen the belt tension.
4. Position the belt on the correct pulley steps for the
desired speed.
5. Push the motor away from the drill press head until the
belt is properly tensioned.
nOTE: Belt tension is correct if the belt deflects
approximately 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) when pressed at its
center.
6. Tighten the belt tension lock knob
motor in position. Close pulley cover.
Fig. S
of the
, loosen
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Installing The Batteries (Fig. T)
1. Bag "h" - Open the battery cover
2. Install two AA batteries into the case
the batteries, take out the old batteries and replace with
new AA batteries. Dispose off old batteries properly.
3. Replace the battery cover
nOTE: Replace with batteries that have a rating of
1.5 volts (Number 3 series and AA size or equivalent).
When replacing the batteries, the battery guide should
be thoroughly cleaned. Use a soft paintbrush or similar
device, to remove all sawdust and debris.

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WARNING: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not
mix alkaline, standard (carbon - zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel - cadmium) batteries.
Fig. T
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44
43
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on the right side of the drill press head
toward the front of the drill press to
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49
to secure the
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.
49
50 . If replacing
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