TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL I N T R O D U CTION hank you for purchasing this drill press. This machine has been designed for drilling large or small holes in metal, wood and plastic etc. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully.
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TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL ALWAYS ensure the workplace is well lit. Ensure that lighting is placed so that you will not be working in your own shadow. Do not use tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses.
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TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES CAUTION: AS WITH ALL MACHINERY, THERE ARE CERTAIN HAZARDS INVOLVED WITH THEIR OPERATION AND USE. EXERCISING RESPECT AND CAUTION WILL CONSIDERABLY LESSEN THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. HOWEVER, IF NORMAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OVERLOOKED, OR IGNORED, PERSONAL INJURY TO THE OPERATOR, OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY MAY RESULT.
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TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL P R O T E C T I V E C L O T H I N G Dress properly, loose clothing or other jewellery may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended.
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL P R O D U CT O V E R V I E W F L OOR TYP E D R I L L P R E S S B E N C H TYP E D R I L L P R E S S Depth Stop Lock ①...
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL U N P A CKI N G The drill press is delivered with the components shown on previous page, check the parts against the above list. Should there be any deficiencies or damage you should contact your dealer immediately where the product was originally purchased.
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL Secure in place with 2 grub screws using Fig.5 the hex key (Fig. 5). RACK & TABLE Install the rack into the table support as Fig.6 shown (Fig. 6). Assemble the support and rack onto the Fig.7...
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TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL Assemble table onto table support, Fig.11 tighten in place with table lock (Fig. 11). MAIN HOUSING Lift the main housing and slide it down Fig.12 onto the column as far as it will go (Fig.
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL CHUCK & ARBOR Before any assembly, ensure the chuck Fig.17 jaws are wound all the way up (inside the chuck) to prevent them from damage (Fig. 17). Tighten Philip's head screws of the Fig.18 Fig.18 chuck guard to quill shaft (Fig.
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL S E TTI N G S A N D A J UST E M E N T S WARNING! During settings and adjustments ensure the drill press is disconnected from the power supply. TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Loosen the table support lock (Fig.
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL INSTALLING STRAIGHT SHANK DRILL BITS Using the chuck key, loosen the jaws of Fig.26 the chuck by rotating in an anti-clockwise direction (Fig. 26). Insert the drill bit into the chuck (Fig. Fig.27 27). Whilst holding the drill bit in one hand Fig.28...
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL Insert the drift key into the slot and tap Fig.30 firmly with a metal hammer until it releases. (Ensure the chuck jaws are wound all the way up to prevent damage (Fig. 30). Place tapper bit into the spindle hole, Fig.31...
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TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL FLOOR TYPE To stop spindle (and bit) at a desired depth: Loosen depth stop lock knob by turning in an anti-clockwise direction (Fig. 33). Rotate depth scale to the desired depth, then tighten half wing bolt (Fig.
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TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL FLOOR TYPE The speed of the drill press can be changed by adjusting the belt on the pulley system. See chart inside pulley cover for speed configurations. Release the belt tension locking knobs Fig.37 located on either side of the main housing (Fig.37).
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL O P E RAT ION TURNI N G O N A N D O F F Note: The pulley cover must be closed to operate the drill press. Switch the drill press on by pressing the green(I)button on the switch (Fig.42-43).
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TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL Please refer to the trouble shooting chart on pages down. If you are unable to. rectify any faults, please contact your local dealer for assistance. M O N T H L Y ( I F I N R E G U L A R U S E ) Check tightness of mounting bolts, and head and column securing set screws.
TD1420F DRILL PRESS OPERATOR’S MANUAL T R O U B L E S H OOT I N G PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Noisy a. Incorrect belt tension. a. Adjust tension. operation b. Dry spindle. b. Remove spindle and quill (under load).
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