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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1/2 HP 12 Speed Drill Press with Laser Line Generator* * Patent Pending • Melbourne • Perth • Auckland • Hong Kong • Shanghai • Taipei • New York • Verona • London • Paris LDP13F 040614 ED6 JJ...
Dear Customer If you require any help with your product, whether it is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information, please phone our Help Line for an immediate response. Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand.
Safety rules for laser lights The laser light/laser radiation used in the GMC REDEYE® system is Class 1 with maximum 1mW power and 650nm wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard, although staring at the beam may cause flash blindness.
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7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective hair covering. 8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs should always be worn.
In addition, if there is any tendency for your drill press to move during certain operations, bolt the workbench to the floor. 2. This drill press is intended for use in dry conditions and indoor use only. 3. Always wear safety goggles which comply to a recognised standard.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. Required tools The following tools are required to assemble the drill press • 3mm, 4mm, 6mm Hex Keys (Supplied) •...
Assembly 1. Place base on floor. 2. Place column assembly on base and align the 4 holes in the column assembly with the holes in the base. 3. Using the 4 10mm diameter x 46mm long bolts secure the column support to the base and tighten with a 16mm wrench.
3. Rotate the handle in an anti-clockwise direction to lower the table. 4. Tighten the table lock to secure the table. Adjusting the table angle Caution. Always ensure that the drill press is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments.
When the table is tilted the work piece should be clamped to the table. Extension tables Caution. Always ensure that the drill press is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments. 1. The extension tables are handy when working with larger work pieces and allow the table size to be increased for greater material support.
The speed of the drill press is determined by the size of the pulley steps that the belt is attached to. Using a smaller pulley step on the front pulley means a faster drill speed;...
Caution. For through drilling always ensure that the hole in the centre of the table is aligned with the drill bit. Warning. On start-up over-tightening the belts may prevent the drill press from starting.
5. Where possible secure the workpiece in position with vice or clamps. 6. Turn on the drill press using the on/off switch. 7. Rotate the feed wheel to bring the drill bit down to the workpiece. 8. Apply pressure to the feed wheel and slowly drill through the workpiece.
Retract drill bit frequently to clear holes Resharpen or replace drill bit Replace with new drill bit Install drill bit properly and ensure it is secure Install chuck properly Use “packers” below the workpiece Support the workpiece or clamp it...
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Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual Before returning this product for a Warranty Claim or any other reason Please Call 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand) When you make your call, please have the following information at hand: •...