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DRILL PRESS MODEL NO: CDP5EB/RB PART NO: 655030 & 655035 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC0513...
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Drill Press. These instructions cover the CDP5EB (blue) and the CDP5RB (red). Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONNAL INJURY INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING. READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. GENERAL SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE 1.
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5. ALWAYS disconnect the machine from the power supply before carrying out any servicing or changing of accessories. 6. Before further use of the tool, it 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 or other condition that may affect its operation.
3. ALWAYS use clamps or a drill vice bolted to the table, to hold the work. It should never be held with bare hands. 4. ALWAYS shut off the power & remove drill bit before leaving the machine. 5. ALWAYS make all adjustments with the power off. 6.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly before connecting the product to the mains supply. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz.
The drill press is delivered with the components shown on page 7. Check the parts against the above list. Should there be any deficiencies or damage, you should contact your CLARKE dealer immediately where the product was originally purchased. Do not discard the packaging until the machine is assembled.
HEAD TO COLUMN NOTE: It may be necessary to unscrew both the head locking set screws slightly, to ensure they do not protrude internally, as this would prevent the head from sliding fully into position. 1. Lift the head assembly and locate it on top of the column, ensuring it slides home fully.
ASSEMBLING THE DEPTH STOP 1. Slide the end of the threaded rod through the bracket on the side of the head and through the hole in the top of the chuck guard support as shown in Fig 5. 2. Secure with the nut provided, from beneath, locking the Depth Stop to the Chuck Guard and the spindle assembly.
TENSIONING THE DRIVE BELT The drive belt is pre-installed as in Fig 8, but should it require tensioning or the spindle speed to be changed, proceed as follows: 1. Undo the belt tension locking knob to relieve any tension on the belt, and referring to the chart inside the belt cover (which is duplicated on page 13), install the...
A bevel scale is provided on the table mounting, (measured in degrees), to assist in setting the required angle. However, for greater accuracy the use of a protractor is recommended. For all normal operations, the table should be set to 0°. This should be checked with a set-square.
DRILL SPEED TABLE The table below gives the belt arrangement for given drill speeds. The diagram shows the belts fitted to step D of the spindle (driven) pulley, and step 4 of the motor (drive) pulley, giving a spindle speed of 1750 rpm. A similar chart is also located on the inside of the pulley cove PINDLE PEED...
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A micro switch is provided within the pulley cover, which prevents the machine from operating unless the pulley cover is fully closed. A complete range of Drill Press vices, Cross Vices and Clamps, is available from your Clarke dealer. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
3/32 5/32 12.5 DRILL PRESS VICES In order to secure the workpiece to the table, a selection of Clarke drill press vices is avaiable. MAINTENANCE For maximum performance, it is essential that the Drill Press is properly maintained. Always inspect it before use. Any damage should be repaired, and faults rectified.
2. Check the drive belt for wear, and replace if frayed or damaged. 3. Blow out with compressed air, or vacuum clean out, any dust that may have accumulated in the motor fan vents. 4. Apply a thin coat of wax paste or light oil to the table and column, for lubrication, and to help prevent corrosion.
Close pulley cover. g. Micro switch on cover g. Check operation of micro not operating. switch, and renew/adjust as necessary. (Consult your Clarke dealer for advice). Drill binds in work- a. Excessive feed a. Apply less pressure. piece. pressure.
Table difficult to a. Needs lubrication. a. Lubricate with light oil. raise. b. Table lock tightened. b. Loosen clamp. SUITABLE ACCESSORIES Drill Press Vices available from your Clarke dealer include: Model Jaw Width Max Opening Depth Weight Part No CDV30C...
SPECIFICATION Operating Temperature Range C - 40 Drill Chuck Capacity 1.5 - 13 mm Overall Dimensions (D x W x H) 420 x 222 x 586 mm Throat Capacity 167 mm Table Dimensions 160 x 160 mm Base Dimensions 183 x 292 mm Chuck to Column Distance 104 mm Chuck to Base Distance...
PARTS LIST No Description No Description Base Column Base Machine Housing Bolt Feed Shaft Column Handle Bolt Handle Tip Table Circlip 40 Clamping Handle Lock Washer Table Clamp Bearing 6203 Washer Drive Sleeve Drive Pulley Box Recoil Cover Washer Recoil Spring X-head Screw Recoil Spring Holder Micro-switch Holder...
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PARTS LIST No Description No Description Driven Pulley Grub Screw Drive Pulley Spring Washer M8 Drive Belt Washer M8 Perspex Chuck Guard Hinge Bolt M8 x 25 Capacitor On/OFF Switch Hex Wrench Screw M5 x 10 Chuck Key Power Cable Drive Motor Assembly When ordering spare parts, please quote the reference YYCDP5EB01(blue items) or YYCDP5RB01 (red items) onwards.