62061 (Model DP300) PART NO. 905575-04-29-04 Copyright © 2004 Delta Machinery To learn more about DELTA MACHINERY visit our website at: www.deltamachinery.com. For Parts, Service, Warranty or other Assistance, please call ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 17 RTD10000126AA 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. 12. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force a machine or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. Damage to the machine and/or injury may result. 13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause damage to the machine or injury to the user. 14. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR FOR DRILL PRESSES FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious injury. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge is safety.
POWER CONNECTIONS A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug.
EXTENSION CORDS MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES Ampere Rating Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine.
CARTON CONTENTS 2 1 13 12 3 4 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. Drill Press Head and Motor 2. Table 3. Column, Base Flange and Rack 4. Base 10. Chuck Key 5. M8x1.25x25mm Hex Head Cap Screws (4) 11. Table Raising and Lowering Handle 6. Worm Gear for Table Raising and Lowering 12. Table Clamp 7. Hex Wrenches (2) 13. Chuck 8. Pinion Shaft Handles (3) 14 15 9. M8x1.25x125mm Carriage Head Screws (2), M8 Flat Washers (2), M8.1 Lock Washers (2), M8x1.
ASSEMBLY For your own safety, do not connect the machine to the power source until the machine is completely assembled and you read and understand the entire instruction manual. H G D E F A B C Fig. 3 1. 2. Fig. 4 Attach the column (A) Fig. 3 to the base (B) using the four M8x1.25x25mm hex head screws (C), three of which are shown. Loosen the set screw (D) and remove the ring (E) and raising rack (F). Place the worm gear (G) Fig. 4 in the table bracket (H).
F L NOTE: Place the bottom of the raising rack (F) Fig. 8 inside the flange (L) on the drill press base. Fig. 8 Fig. 8 D C A B A Fig. 10 Fig. 9 5. Place the mounting bracket (A) Fig. 9 on the column. NOTE: To avoid interference with the spindle height adjusting handles (P) Fig. 16, place the mounting bracket on the opposite side of the column from the raising rack. 6. Insert the hose clamp (B) Fig. 9 through the mounting bracket, under the raising rack, and around the column.
. 11. 12. Thread the stud of the clamp handle (M) Fig. 14 in the hole in the rear of the table bracket. Seat the drill press head (N) Fig. 15 on the column. Align the head (A) Fig. 15A, with the table (B) and base (C). Tighten the two head locking screws (O) Fig. 15 with the supplied wrench. Thread the three pinion shaft handles (P) Fig. 16 in the three tapped holes located in the pinion shaft. O M P N O Fig. 14 Fig. 15 A P B F Fig. 15A P Fig.
FASTENING DRILL PRESS TO SUPPORTING SURFACE If, during operation, the machine has a tendency to tip over, slide, or walk on the supporting surface, secure the machine base to the supporting surface with an M8x1.25x125mm carriage head screw, 8.5mm flat washer, 8.5mm lock washer, M8x1.25 hex nut through the two holes (A) Fig. 19 located in the machine base. A Fig. 19 OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS STARTING AND STOPPING THE MACHINE A The switch (A) Fig.
TABLE ADJUSTMENTS 1. Raise or lower the table on the column by loosening the table clamp (A) Fig. 23, and turning the table raising and lowering handle (B) Fig. 24. After the table is at the desired height, tighten the clamp (A) Fig. 23. NOTE: Always raise (rather than lower) the table to the final position to allow the gears to mesh and prevent slippage. A Fig. 23 F 2. The table can be rotated 360 degrees on the column by loosening the clamp (A) Fig.
A SPINDLE MOTOR E 3100 2340 1720 1100 C 620 D B Fig. 28 Fig. 29 SPINDLE SPEEDS Five spindle speeds (620, 1100, 1720, 2340, and 3100 RPM) are available with your drill press. See the chart in Fig. 28 to select the correct belt placement for your project. CHANGING SPEEDS AND ADJUSTING BELT TENSION NOTE: A belt-positioning speed chart (E) Fig. 29 is located on the inside top cover of the drill press. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Open the top cover (A) Fig. 29. 2.
ADJUSTING SPINDLE RETURN SPRING The spindle will automatically return slowly to its upper position when the handle is released. The spindle return spring was properly adjusted at the factory. However, to adjust, if necessary: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. 2. Loosen the nuts (B) and (E) Fig. 31. Make sure that the spring housing (A) remains engaged with head casting (C). While firmly holding the spring housing (A) Fig.
INSTALLING AND REMOVING DRILL BITS C B A A Fig. 34 NOTE: Use drill bits with a shank of 1/2" or less in diameter. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Insert the smooth end of drill bit (A) Fig. 34 in the chuck (B) as far as it will go, and then back the bit out 1/16" (or up to the flutes for small bits). 2. Center the drill bit (A) Fig. 34 in the chuck (B) before tightening the chuck with the key (C). 3. Turn the chuck key (C) Fig.
ACCESSORIES A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers, and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier. Since accessories other than those offered by Delta have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories could be hazardous. For safest operation, only Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product.
PORTER-CABLE • DELTA SERVICE CENTERS (CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER-CABLE • DELTA) Parts and Repair Service for Porter-Cable • Delta Machinery are Available at These Locations (Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter-Cable • Delta) ARIZONA Tempe 85282 (Phoenix) 2400 West Southern Avenue Suite 105 Phone: (602) 437-1200 Fax: (602) 437-2200 CALIFORNIA Ontario 91761 (Los Angeles) 3949A East Guasti Road Phone: (909) 390-5555 Fax: (909) 390-5554 Tampa 3360
