Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET® tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-274-6848.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service..........................2 Table of Contents ..........................3 Warnings............................4 Switch Padlock..........................5 Introduction ............................6 Unpacking ............................7 Contents of the Shipping Container ....................7 Assembly ............................8 Base and Column Assembly ......................8 Table and Rack ..........................8 Table Crank and Column Lock Handles ....................8 Mounting the Head ..........................9 Downfeed Handles ..........................9 Installing the Chuck and Arbor......................9...
Warnings Read and understand the entire owners' manual before attempting assembly or operation. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. This drill press is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
Switch Padlock To safeguard your machine from unauthorized operation and to avoid accidental starting by young children, the use of a padlock is highly recommended. A padlock (stock no. 709012-A) is available from your local authorized JET distributor calling Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., at 800-274-6848.
Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the JET JDP-17DX Drill Press. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
1. Remove the contents from the shipping container. 2. Compare the contents of the shipping container with the list found above. Report any shortages or damage to your JET distributor. 3. Clean all rust protected surfaces with kerosene or a light solvent. Do not use lacquer thinner, paint thinner, or gasoline.
Assembly Base and Column Assembly Referring to Figure 1: 1. Place the base (A) on a level floor. 2. Place the column assembly (B) on the base (A) and align the holes in the column support with the holes in the base. 3.
Mounting the Head 1. With the aid of a second person, carefully lift the head onto the column top (Figure 3). The head assembly is heavy! To avoid injury and/or damage to equipment, lift the head onto the column only with additional assistance! 2.
adapter, which looks like the adapter shown in Electrical (B), may be used to connect this plug to a two- pole receptacle if a properly grounded outlet is Grounding Instructions not available. The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, can be installed by a qualified electrician.
Adjustments Removing the Chuck and Arbor Referring to Figure 7: 1. Unplug machine from the power source. 2. Raise the table until it is about seven inches below the chuck. 3. Place a piece of scrap wood on the table, and lower quill using...
Return Spring Adjustment Figure 9 The return spring is located behind the left 5. Rotate the coil spring cover (M) until the downfeed handle hub. It is adjusted at the notch on the cover engages with the tab (L) factory and should not need further adjustment. on the head casting.
Laser Adjustment The Laser Assembly has been installed and preset at the factory. It should, however, be checked and adjustments made, if necessary, before operating the drill press. It should also be rechecked periodically, as constant machine use may cause it to become misaligned.
Laser Assembly Removal/Installation The JDP-17DX drill press can be used as a mortiser when fitted with a mortiser adapter (not included). When used as a mortiser, the laser assembly must be removed as follows: Referring to Figure 14: 1. Unplug machine from the power source.
Operating Controls Basic Operation Refer to Figure 15: Always use a back-up piece of scrap wood to cover the table. This protects both the Start Switch (A) – Press to start machine table and the drill bit. Stop Switch (B) – Press to stop machine Place material to be drilled in such a way as Light Switch (C) –...
Parts Ordering Replacement Parts To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848 Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.waltermeier.com). Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately. Parts List Index No Part No Description...
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Parts List Index No Part No Description Size 41 .... 10661102 ....Seat ....................1 42 .... 13005601 ....Washer ....................1 43 .... 13005701 ....Nut ....................2 44 .... TS-1503081 ....Socket Head Cap Screw ........M6x35......2 45 .... TS-1540071 ....Hex Nut............M10 ......1 46 ....
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Parts List Index No Part No Description Size 95 .... JDP17DX-095 ..Rubber Seal ..................1 96 .... JDP17DX-096 ..Pulley Cover Assembly ............... 1 97 .... JDP17DX-097 ..Chuck & Key ..................1 98 .... 561708....Drill Chuck ............5/8” ......1 99 .... CK-16 .....Drill Chuck Key ..........5/8" ......1 100 ..
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