06/2001 GENERAL INFORMATION This manual has been compiled by Draper Tools and is an integrated part of the power tool equipment, which should be kept with the machine. This manual describes the purpose for which this tool has been designed and contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use.We recommend that this manual is read before any operation of...
Operation and Use ....................11-15 Trouble Shooting ......................15 Optional Accessories ....................16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Draper Tools Ltd. Hursley Road, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire. SO53 1YF. England. Declare under our sole responsibility that the product: Stock No.:- 65863. Part No.:- HD25/12CF.
This guarantee applies in lieu of any other guarantee expressed or implied and variations of its terms are not authorised. Your Draper guarantee is not effective unless you can produce upon request a dated receipt or invoice to verify your proof of purchase within the 12 month period.
(i.e. red). Fuse covers are available from your Draper Tools stockist. If the fitted plug is not suitable, it should be cut off and destroyed. *The end of the cable should now be suitably prepared and the correct type of plug fitted.
IMPORTANT Draper Tools Limited recommends that this machine should not be modified or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you are unsure of its relative applications do not hesitate to contact us in writing and we will advise you.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRILL PRESSES 1. This drill press is intended for use 5. CHECK to see that the chuck is only with drill bits. The use of any securely fastened to the spindle. other accessories may be hazardous.
Please contact the stockist where your purchase was made if you have any enquiries, eg problems with assembly, apparent missing/damaged parts, help with accessories available or technical advice or alternatively call the Draper Helpline on (023) 8049 4344. - 6 -...
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLING THE DRILL PRESS Fig.2. ✭✌ 1. Secure column ✪✌ to base ✫✌ using the four bolts ✬✌. Loosen grub screw and remove collar ✭✌ along with the rack ✮✌. ✪✌ ✮✌ ✬✌ ✫✌ 2. Locate worm gear ✯✌ into hole ✰✌ as Fig.3.
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✸✌ as shown in Fig 6. ✸✌ ✶✌ 7.Place the drill press head ✹✌ onto column as far as it will go (seek assistance as it is very heavy). Align the head and table to drill press base and tighten the two head locking screws ✺✌...
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ASSEMBLY 8. Screw the three downfeed handles ✻✌ into the three holes located in the pinion shaft as shown in Fig 8. ✻✌ Fig.8. 9. Making sure that the chuck ✼✌ is opened to its capacity, place it down on a bench. Clean any excess grease off the large end of the spindle ✽✌.
To re- open the cover, the red button requires sliding up which in turn will release the stop button. In the event of a power failure the drill press will have to be manually re-started. ❃✌...
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Fig. 13. CHANGING SPEEDS AND ADJUSTING Fig.14. ✪✌ BELT TENSION 1. Disconnect the drill press from the power supply. 2. Lift up the belt and pulley guard ✪✌ (Fig. 14). 3. Release the belt tension by loosening Fig.15.
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OPERATION AND USE 1. The table ✰✌ (Fig. 17) can be raised or Fig.17. lowered on the drill press column by loosening the table clamp handle ✱✌ and ✲✌ turning the table raising and lowering handle ✲✌. After the table is at the desired height, ✰✌...
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To adjust the return spring, proceed as follows: ✷✌ 1. Disconnect the drill press from the power supply. 2. Loosen the nut ✸✌ slightly. Do not remove Fig.20. nut ✸✌ from shaft ✹✌.
OPERATION AND USE The following directions will give the inexperienced operator a start on common drill press operations. Use scrap material for practice to get the feel of the machine before attempting regular work. CORRECT DRILLING SPEEDS Factors which determine the best speed to use in any drill press operations are:...
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available from your local Draper power stockist. DRILL PRESS VICES PART No.DPV Manufactured from cast iron with fully hardened jaws. Carton packed. STOCK JAW-MM JAW-MM WIDTH OPENING 54634 54635 54636 54637 - 16 -...
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