Replacement Parts - Jet JDP-15F Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

13.0 Troubleshooting the JDP-15F/15B
Table 3
Symptom
Drill press will not start
(power light is OFF).
Drill press will not start
(power light is ON).
Drill press does not
come up to speed.
Motor stalls.
Noisy Operation.
Wood splinters on
underside of work
piece.
Drill or tool heats up or
burns work piece.
Drill bit wanders.
Drill bit binds in work
piece.
Chuck won't remain in
spindle.
* WARNING: Some corrections may require a qualified electrician.

14.0 Replacement Parts

Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your
machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately.
Possible Cause
Not connected to power.
Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped.
Cord damaged.
Safety key removed.
Switch malfunction.
Extension cord too light or too long.
Low current.
Motor or spindle pulley out of balance.
Motor malfunction.
Overfeeding the bit.
Dull bit.
Motor not reaching running speed.
Motor malfunction.
Excessive vibration.
Dry spindle.
Loose pulleys or belts.
Noisy motor.
No backing board used.
Excessive speed.
Chips not clearing from hole or bit.
Dull drill bit.
Feeding bit too slowly.
Bit sharpened incorrectly.
Bent drill bit.
Bit or chuck not installed properly.
Work piece pinching the bit.
Excessive feed rate.
Speed setting too low for workpiece.
Chuck jaws not tight.
Grease or dirt on spindle or chuck
tapers.
Correction*
Check plug connection.
Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.
Replace cord.
Install safety key.
Have switch tested and replaced if
needed.
Replace with adequate size and length
cord.
Contact a qualified electrician.
Contact JET technical service.
Have motor tested by a qualified service
center. Repair or replace as necessary.
Lower bit more slowly.
Sharpen or replace bit.
Have motor tested by a qualified service
center.
Have motor tested by a qualified service
center. Repair or replace as necessary.
Tighten any loose parts. Drill press
should sit evenly on level floor. Secure
drill press to floor or plywood base.
Lubricate spindle.
Make any needed corrections. Verify
that belts are properly tensioned.
Check motor bearings or for loose motor
fan.
Place scrap board beneath work piece to
prevent splintering.
Reduce speed.
Retract drill bit frequently to remove
chips.
Resharpen, or replace drill bit.
Increase feed rate.
Resharpen bit correctly.
Replace bit.
Reinstall chuck or bit.
Support or clamp work piece.
Lower bit more slowly into workpiece.
Consult chart for recommended speed.
Tighten chuck jaws.
Clean tapers thoroughly.