Harbor Freight Tools 38144 User's Manual
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1. y Check for damage If part of the machine is damaged it should be carefully inspected to ensure that it can perform its intended function correctly If in doubt the part should be replaced y B Sur th switch is OFF before plugging in y Before starting machine check to ensure that all chuck keys spanners and wrenches are removed from the machine y Make sure guards are in place and working order y Make sure tool has been cleaned and properly lubricated y Check for damaged parts Before using any tool any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function y Check for alignment and binding of all moving parts broken parts or mounting fixtures and any other condition that may affect proper operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician y Do not use the tool if any switch does not turn off and on properly Operation Ymi S drill press is designed for use with DRILL BITS and MORTISING ATTACHMENTS only The use of other cutting tools or accessories could be hazardous y Always use clamps or a drill vise bolted to the table to hold the work It should never be held in place by just your hand y Never force the tool or attachment to do the work o f a larger industrial tool2. Ball Bearing17mm 60203 GB2778 89C 6 Spacer 1302023 7 Retaining Ring 17mm GB894 1 86B 8 Retaining Ring 11mm GB894 1 86A 9 Ball Bearing 60201 GB278 89A 10 Quill Gasket 1303003 11 Quill 1303002B 12 Ball Bearing 80202 GB278 89D 13 Spindle Shaft 13003001A 14 Arbor 1503007 38144 Item Description 15 Chuck 16 Chuck Key 17 Wedge Drift 18 Ball Bearing 60202 19 Idler Pulley 20 Idler Pivot 21 Knob 22 Pan Head Screw M5 23 Pulley Cover w labels 24 Washer HD Screw 25 Foam Washer 26 Chuck Guard REV 10 03 No 1502009A 1503010A 150300B GB278 89B 1505006 1505007 1505008 GB818 85B 1305000C GB9074 1 88 0805009 1508002A Page 13 Part Numbers shown here have an A suffix Item Description No 1A Head w pointer and trim 1302001A 2A Cable Clamp 15020114A 3A Pan Head Screw M5 GB818 85B 4A Hex Screw M8 GB5781 86B 5A Adjusting Lever 1502006 6A Motor Support Bracket 1502002 7A Motor Support Bracket 1502003 8A Motor Mount 1502007A 9A Lockwasher 12mm GB93 87 10A Nut Hex M12x1 75 GB6170 86E 11A Motor Pulley 1505005 12A Skt Screw Set M6 GB80 85A 13A Motor 1302020B 14A Hex Nut M8 GB6170 86C 15A Washer M8 GB97 2 85 16A Motor Cable 1502016B 17A Hex Screw M8 GB5782 86A 18A Belt Tension Lock Knob 1502005 19A Belt Tension Lever 1502004 20A Roll Pin GB879 86 21A Head Lock Set Screw M8 GB80 85B 22A Depth Lock Screw 1504012 23A Knob 1304011 38144 Item 24A 25A 26A 27A 28A 29A 30A 31A 33A 34A 3
3. It is designed to do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended y Always unplug the cord by the plug Never yank the cord out of the wall y Always turn off the machine before unplugging y With normal use the motor housing may get hot y Make all adjustments to the machine with the power OFF y Never stand on the machine Serious injury could occur if the machine is tipped over y Always use the correct drilling speeds for the drill size and the type of material being drilled y Never leav th drill unattended while it is running y When turning off the machine never leave unit it has come to a complete stop y Never hold material to be drilled with your bare hands Damage to the machine may also occur if the flung material strikes the column 38144 Page 5 Assembly Please refer to Figure 2 and Parts Lists Diagrams CAUTION Consider the weight of the components and take necessary precautions when lifting components Assistance will be required when assembling Before adjustments are made ensure that the machine is SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED Also make sure all locking handles and securing screws are FULLY TIGHTENED when adjustments are completed Before assembling remove all traces of preservative from the components and wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth Apply a thin coating of light machine oil to the table column and base to prevent rust Column Assemb
4. all preservative lubricants from parts with a clean dry cloth Some of the parts are heavy and may require two people for lifting If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1 800 444 3353 The shipping box should contain A Table Assembly E Head Assembly B Arm G One 1 box of loose parts C Instruction manual and warranty card D One Bag of Parts J Column Assembly E Base 38144 REV 10 03 REV 03 04 Page 2 Loose Items in Box and Bag a aH OK arbour Hex Head Screw 4 Allen Key 4mm 1 Worm Chuck Key 1 e 3mm 1 i Figure 1 Ro Table Crank 1 Support Lock Pulley Cover Handie 1 Knob 1 lt Wedge Drift e Feed Handle 3 V Belt 2 M24 Pan Head Screw M5 QUILL SPRING PRIN ADJUSTMENT OUE SPRING PULLEY COVER DRILL SPEED TABLE INSIDE BELT GUARD Spindle Belt is M24 BELT TENSION Figure 2 LOCK KNOB Motor Belt is M25 E BELT TENSION e 4 TABLE BEVEL LocK LOCK KNOB UNDER TABLI ARM LOCKING i a BELT TENSION HANDLE LEVER HEAD LOCKING SCREW DEPTH SCALE LOCKING SCREW BEVEL SCALE TABLE LOCK POINTER FEED MANDUE STER COLUMN COLLAR QUILL AND SPINOLE ASSEMBLY INSIDE OF DRILL PRESS YABLE SUPPORT SPINOLE SPUNES GROOVES TABLE CRANK WEDGE KEY TABLE BASE 38144 REV 10 03 Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT Work Area TO AVOID RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY EQ
5. column to within 6 of the spindle Open the jaws of the chuck to their maximum width using the Chuck Key supplied Put a piece of scrap wood on the table to protect the Chuck Nose Ensuring all parts are thoroughly clean and dry and burr free insert the arbor 14 firmly into the end of the chuck The other end of the arbor with the chuck now attached is then inserted into the end of the spindle shaft 13 turning where necessary to ensure the tang on the end of the arbor is aligned correctly with the drive slot in the spindle shaft Pull the spindle down using the feed handles pressing the chuck jaws hard against the piece of scrap wood until the chuck is forced home Pulley Cover Knob 1 2x Locate the knob with pan head screw and attach to the cover Screw on tightly Installing the Drive Belt 1 2 Settings and Adjustments Please refer to Figure 3 Undo the Belt Tension Locking Knobs one either side of the head 18A and turn the Belt Tension Lever 19A clockwise to bring the motor pulley 11A closer to the spindle pulley 3 which will allow the belts to be slipped on with ease Lubricate the Idler Pulley Pivot shaft 20 and Idler Pulley with light grease and install in its mounting between the motor and Spindle Pulleys Consult the chart inside the pulley cover and duplicated in this manual and install the belts in the positions corresponding to spindle drill speed required Turn the belt counterclockwise
6. so that tension is applied to the belts Tension is correct when the belt deflects by approxi mately 1 2 at their centers of run when using reasonable thumb pressure Lock the motor in this position using the locking screw Note If the belt slips during operation adjust the belt tension 38144 REV 10 03 Page 7 Before adjustments are made ensure that the machine is SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED Also make sure all locking handles and securing screws are FULLY TIGHTENED when adjustments are completed TO ADJUST THE TABLE The table is capable of moving in four directions see Figure 3 1 Raise or lower the table by slackening off the arm locking handle A and turning the crank C CLOCKWISE TO RAISE and COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO LOWER 2 Swivel the table about the column by slackening off the arm locking handle The table assembly arm and rack B move in unison around the column SETTING THE REQUIRED ANGLE see Figure 3 1 Tilt the table by slackening the Bevel Table Locking Screw E and tilting to the required angle A scale F is provided on the arm measured in degrees to assist in setting the required angle For all normal operations the table should be set to 0 degrees 2 To ensure the drill is entirely perpendicular to the table insert a piece of straight round bar in the chuck place a square on the table and bring it up to the round bar Adjust the table tilt if necessary so that the table is correctly aligned 3 Turn
7. the table about its axis by slackening off the clamp D TO SET DRILLING DEPTH See Figure 4 Located around the Spindle Feed Shaft is a Depth Stop Collar A with a graduated scale The collar is capable of turning about the shaft and can be locked in place by a Locking Screw B To set a drilling depth 1 Lower the Chuck until the drill contacts the surface of the workpiece and hold it in that position 2 Loosen the Locking Screw and turn the collar so that the measurement for the depth of the hole required is in line with the pointer C Lock the collar in this position using the locking screw The drill is now set to drill holes to your predetermined depth from that particular start point i e providing the surface of your workplace is flat and level you may drill a series of holes each to the same depth CHANGING DRILL SPINDLE SPEED Before changing the speeds make sure the machine is switched OFF and UNPLUGGED 1 Open the pulley cover 23 2 Slacken off the Belt Tension Locking Knobs on either side of the head 18A and turn the Belt Tension Lever 19A clockwise to bring the Motor Pulley 11A closer to the Spindle Pulley 3 in order to remove all tension from the drive belts 38144 Page 8 3 Consult the chart inside the pulley cover or Figure 5 and position the belts on the pulleys according to the spindle drill speed required 4 When the belts have been correctly positioned tighten them by
8. 5A 36A 37A 38A 39A 40A 41A 42A 43A 44A 45A 46A Figure 8 Parts List Head Assembly Description Feed Handle Spindle Feed Shaft Collar Depth Stop w scale Stop Pin Connector Wire Lockwasher Ext 5mm Pan Head Screw M5 No Volt Switch Switch Plate Cover Pan Head Screw Pan Head Screw M5 Switch Box Screw Special Set M8 Hex Nut M12 Quill Spring Cap Quill Spring Spring Retainer Spring Seat Power Cable Cable Tie Allen Key 4mm Allen Key 3mm No 1304005 1304002 1304003 1304010 1302019 GB862 1 87 GB818 85B 1502010E 1302009A GB845 85 GB818 85B 1302008B 1302021 GB6171 86E 1504008 1504009 1504007 1504006 1302015B 1502017 GB5356 86B GB5356 86A Page 14 Figure 9 Parts List Base and Table art Numbers shown here ive a B suffix Description Column Rack Hex Socket Screw Set M10 Column Support Hex Head Screw Base Table Support w indicator Crank Gear Pin Skt Screw Set M6 Bevel Table Lock Screw M16 Table Clamp Arm w scale Table Arm Locking Handle Helical Gear Worm Collar No CDP350F 1301003 1301010 GB80 85C 1301002 GB5781 86 1301001 1501004 1001009 1501007 GB80 85A GB5781 86C 1501013 1301005 1601014 1501012 1501006 1501008 1501011 Page 15
9. CENTRAL MACHINERY Ji 3 38144 16 Speed Drill Press Assembly and Operating Instructions Distributed Exclusively by i a HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS tihi 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com Copyright O 1998 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 THANK YOU for choosing a Harbor Freights Tool product For future reference please complete the owner s record below Model Serial No Purchase Date SAVE THE RECEIPT WARRANTY CARD AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you begin assembly Technical Specifications SKU 38144 Model 13 inch Drill Press 16 Speed Floor Model Power Source 120V 60HZ Single Phase Speeds Sixteen 16 speeds ranging from 220 to 3600 RPMs Drill Chuck Capacity 7 64 to 5 8 Spindle Stroke 3 1 8 Swing 13 1 2 Column Diameter 2 57 64 Table Type 11 1 2 square dry table that rotates 360 degrees and tilts 0 45 degrees in one degree increments Table T Slot Dimensions 1 2 Overall Height 62 7 8 Unpacking Unpack and check contents Make sure you have all parts described in the Parts Lists and Figure 1 on page 3 Remove
10. UIPMENT DAMAGE FIRE AND SHOCK MAKE SURE YOUR WORK AREA is Free of damp wet or rainy conditions Free of flammable gasses or liquids Childproof use padlocks master switches and remove starter keys when not in use Well lit Clean and uncluttered Well ventilated The Operator COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION ARE FACTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO ANY PRODUCT THESE FACTORS MUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR PLEASE REMEMBER Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes or radiators Stay alert Never operate equipment if you are tired Do not operate the product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment reflexes might be impaired Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts Non skid footwear is recommended Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair Use eye and ear protection Always wear ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal wood and chemical dusts and mists A full face shield if you are producing metal or wood filings Ear protectors Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not reach over or across running machines Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging it in 38144 Page 4 Before Operating Y Know the machine Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
11. eplace chuck Replace drill bit Noisy operation under load Excessive drill wobble e Worn spindle or bearing e Worn chuck Bent drill bit Power supply e Motor connection e Faulty switch Motor windings burn Excessive pressure on feed handle e Loose belt e Loose drill bit e Incorrect drill speed e Drill angles incorrect for type of material Check power cord e Check motor connections e Replace switch Replace motor Apply less pressure Motor won t start e Check belt tension e Tighten drill with key e Refer to Cutting Speed chart e Consult an appropriate source e g manual instruction book professional and adjust drill accordingl Refer to Cutting Speed chart Drill binds in material e Incorrect speed e Chips are not discharging e Dulldrill or not the proper clearance allowed for material e Needs coolant Use coolant while drilling e Feed pressure is wrong Apply less pressure e Needs lubrication e Lubricate with light oil e Table lock tightened e Loosen clamp Drill burns or smokes e Clean drill Table difficult to raise 38144 Page 12 Figure 7 Parts List Pulley and Spindle Assembly Item Description No 1a V Belt M24 1505010 1b V Belt M25 2 Pulley Nut 1302025 3 Spindle Pulley 1305009A 4 Pulley Insert 1302022 5
12. erside of the material as the drill breaks through The scrap piece of wood must make contact with the left side of the column as shown in Figure 6 Also set the depth of the drill so that the drill will not come in contact with the table or align the table so that the hole in its center is in line with the drill bit 8 Once the instructions above have been followed lower the drill bit into place and switch the machine ON Note A micro switch is provided inside the Pulley Cover that prevents the machine from operating unless the Pulley Cover is firmly closed Cutting Speeds Factors which determine the best speed to use in the drill press operation are 1 Type of material to be drilled 2 Size of hole 3 Type of drill bit 4 Quality of the hole cut desired Generally the SMALLER THE DRILL BIT the GREATER THE REQUIRED RPM In soft material the speed should be higher than for hard metals 38144 REV 10 03 Page 9 Drill Speed Table Note Spindle Belt M24 Motor Belt M25 The table below shows the belt arrangements for given drill speeds a full chart is also located on the inside of the pulley cover After Operation 1 Remove all residue from the machine and thoroughly clean all surfaces Make sure all components are dry and machined surfaces lightly oiled Remove drill bits and store in a safe place B oO DN Child proof the machine and work area Make sure to use padlocks master switches and remove starter keys G
13. ly to Base MOUNTING SURFACE Ideally the base should be firmly bolted to the floor or workbench prior to assembly of other compo nents The mounting surface must be flat level and capable of supporting the drill press weight combined with materials to be drilled Mount the drill at a sufficient height so you need not bend your back to operate 1 With the Base on a flat level surface bolt on the Column Support 4B using the five 10 x 40mm hex head screws provided 2 Tighten firmly Table and Support Arm to Column 1 Remove the rack 2B from the column by slackening off the collar grub screw 11B and removing the collar 19B The rack is stowed in this position for transit purposes 2 Lubricate the worm gear 18B with light grease and insert it shaft first fully into its housing in the arm until it is flush with the helical gear 17B Hold it in this position The worm gear shaft will extend through the housing ready for the crank to be attached later 3 Gently slide the arm assembly over the column and hold it steady while inserting the rack down through the worm gear housing until it is flush with the helical gear ensuring the long smooth end of the rack faces up Place the bottom end of the rack in the groove formed by the column support and the column 4 Holdin this position while replacing the collar on the column Ensure that the end of the rack is firmly engaged in the groove formed between the collar and the column H
14. owever there must be a working clearance between the rack and collar make sure the rack is not pinched Firmly secure the collar with the grub screw Thread the Arm Locking Handle 16B in from the left and tighten to secure the arm to the column Attach the table crank 8B to its spigot and tighten the securing screw Slacken off the arm locking handle and turn the crank testing to ensure the arm will move the full length of the rack easily without binding and will also rotate about the column evenly and without tight spots Note If too tight nip up the arm locking handle and slacken off the collar grub screw Adjust to give a greater working clearance between the rack and collar tighten the grub screw and test again 8 Insert the table into its housing on the arm and secure with the table clamp 13B DLE em Head to Column 1 It may be necessary to unscrew the Head Lock Set Screws 21A slightly to ensure they do not protrude internally as this will prevent the head from sliding fully into position 2 With assistance raise the Head and place it on top of the Column ensuring it slides home fully 3 Align the head with the base and firmly secure with the Set Screws 2214 provided 4 Screw the three Feed Handles 24A and screw them firmly into the hub of the spindle feed shaft 25A 38144 Page 6 Installing the Chuck ie 2 With the Chuck Guard lifted clear of the spindle nose slide the work table up the
15. rounding Voltage Warning Common household current is 110 120 volts As long as your tool is rated from 110 120V there will be no complications using this tool with household receptacles Plug the press into a 110 120V properly grounded outlet protected by a 15 amp dual element time delay or circuit breaker NEVER try to plug a 110 120V tool into a 220 240V circuit or vice versa or serious complications and possible injury to the operator may occur The plugs have different shapes to prevent this This piece of equipment has a three prong plug The third round prong is the ground to protect the operator from electric shock Cutting off the ground will result in a safety hazard and void the warranty 38144 REV 10 03 Page 10 Extension Cords Your tool has a three prong plug therefore you must use a three prong extension cord Only use rounded jacket extension cords listed by the Underwriters Laboratories UL The extension cord must have a minimum wire size depending on the amperage of the tool and the length of the extension cord This size is determined by its AWG American Wire Gauge rating The smaller the gauge the greater the cable s capacity The amount of cords used does not matter Total length determines the minimum AWG rating Every cord must meet the AWG rating Use the chart below to determine what AWG rating is required for your situation Cord length is rated in feet Harbor Freight Tools can supply UL listed and outdoor ra
16. ted cords in multiple AWG ratings if needed AWG RATING CHART CORD LENGTH 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 AMPS AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG 0 10 0 18 18 16 16 14 14 12 12 10 1 13 0 16 16 14 14 14 12 12 12 13 1 15 14 14 12 12 12 12 12 15 18 14 12 12 12 12 12 Maintenance CLEANING Regularly clean the work surface with dry brush or clean cloth Keep machined parts of the press lightly greased Always keep the motor and chuck clean Prevent metal wood dust and debris from accumulating in this area If jaws do not operate smoothly have the chuck serviced by a qualified technician LUBRICATION For average use lubricate twice a year with 4220 30 weight household oil Lubricate more frequently with increased usage POWER CORD Inspect the power cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an authorized technician REPLACEMENT PARTS Replace belts at the first sign of slippage or fraying When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use of any other parts will void the warranty STORAGE Always remove and store drill bits KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 38144 Page 11 Troubleshooting e Incorrect belt tension Adjust tension e Dry spindle e Lubricate spindle e Loose pulley e Tighten pulley e Loose belt e Adjust belt tension e _ Worn bearing Replace bearing e Loose chuck Tighten by pressing chuck down on to a block of wood against the table e Replace spindle or bearing e R
17. turning the Belt Tension Lever counter clockwise until the belt deflects by approximately 1 2 at its center when using reasonable thumb pressure Lock the lever in this position with the two Locking Knobs Operation 1 Insert the drill into the jaws of the chuck approximately 1 ensuring that the jaws do not touch the flutes of the drill Before tightening the chuck ensure that the drill is centered within the jaws Tighten 2 Make sure the table height and position is set so that the drill travel range is sufficient for the material to be drilled 3 Make sure the work is securely clamped That is held in a drill vise or bolted to the table Never hold the material with your bare hands while drilling Severe personal injury may be caused if the material is flung out of the operator s hand 4 IF THE MATERIAL IS IRREGULARLY SHAPED and cannot be laid flat on the table it should be securely blocked and clamped Any tilting twisting or shifting will result not only in a roughly drilled hole but also increases the chances of damage to the drill 5 FOR FLAT WORK lay the piece on a wooden base and clamp it down firmly against the table to prevent it from turning 6 FOR SMALL MATERIALS that cannot be clamped to the table use a drill press vise Make sure the vise is clamped or bolted to the table 7 WHEN DRILLING COMPLETELY THROUGH WOOD always position a piece of scrap wood between the material and the table to prevent splintering on the und
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