Features - RIDGID R1500 Operator's Manual

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
 Input .............................. 120 V, AC Only, 60 Hz, 8 Amps
 Motor ...................................................3/4 HP Induction
 No Load Speed ......................... 260-3,100 r/min. (RPM)
KNOW YOUR DRILL PRESS
See Figure 2, page 17.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator's manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
BASE
Supports drill press. For additional stability, holes are
provided in base to bolt drill press to floor.
BELT GUARD
Covers pulleys and belt during operation of drill press.
BELT TENSION HANDLE
Turn handle counterclockwise to apply tension to belt, turn
handle clockwise to release belt tension. Refer to Assembly
section "To Install the Idler Pulley" and "To Tension the Belts".
BELT TENSION LOCK
Tightening handle locks motor bracket support to maintain
correct belt distance and tension.
BEVEL SCALE
Shows degree table is tilted for bevel operations. Scale
is mounted on table support. It is to be used for quick
reference where accuracy is not critical.
CHUCK
Holds drill bit or other recommended accessory to perform
desired operations.
COLLAR
Holds the rack to the column. Rack remains movable in collar
to permit table support movements.
COLUMN SUPPORT
Supports column, guides rack, and provides mounting holes
for column to base.
 Number of Speeds......................................................12
 Chuck Size ............................................................5/8 in.
 Spindle Travel .......................................................... 3 in.
DEPTH SCALE
Shows depth of hole being drilled in inches.
DEPTH SCALE LOCK
Locks the depth scale to selected depth.
FEED HANDLE
For moving the chuck up or down. One or two of the handles
may be removed if necessary whenever the workpiece is of
such unusual shape that it interferes with the handles.
RACK
Combines with gear mechanism to provide easy elevation
of table by hand operated table crank.
SWITCH ASSEMBLY
This product has an easy access power switch. To lock the
switch in the OFF ( O ) position, remove the switch key from
the switch. Place the key in a location that is inaccessible to
children and others not qualified to use the tool.
TABLE
Provides working surface to support workpiece.
TABLE BEVEL LOCK
Locks the table in any position from 0°- 45°.
TABLE SUPPORT LOCK
Tightening locks table support to column. Always have
it locked in place while operating the drill press.
WORKLIGHT
This tool comes equipped with a worklight that lights the
work area.
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