This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 17" Floor Drill Press Model: JDP-17DX WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.jettools.com Part No. M-354173 Revision C1 11/2013 Copyright © 2013 Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc.
Warranty and Service JET, Wilton and Powermatic warrants every product they sell against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday Warranty Period The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official JET, Wilton or Powermatic branded websites.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service .............................................................................................................................. 2 Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................... 3 Warnings ................................................................................................................................................. 4 Switch Padlock....................
Warnings 1. 2. • 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.
23. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 24. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the spindle or other moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. 25. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
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.
Unpacking Separate all parts from the packing material. Check each part against the Contents of the Shipping Container and make certain that all items are accounted for before discarding any packing material.
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. Using a 17mm wrench, secure the column (B) with four M10 x 40 hex cap screws (C) to the base. Figure 1 Table and Rack Referring to Figure 2: When shipped, the rack ring (E) and rack (F) are bundled together with the column (D) in plastic wrap. 1.
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. Rotate head assembly until sides of the belt cover (E) are parallel with the sides of the base (A, Fig. 1). 3. Tighten two set screws (A, Fig. 3) with a 5mm wrench until they are snug.
adapter, which looks like the adapter shown in (B), may be used to connect this plug to a twopole receptacle if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. This adapter is not applicable in Canada. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or tab, extending from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.
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 (E) using the downfeed handle (A, C). 4. Still maintaining the lowered quill position, rotate spindle to align the key hole in the spindle with the key hole in the quill (E). Figure 7 5. Insert the drift key (D) into the aligned slots and tap lightly.
Return Spring Adjustment Figure 9 The return spring is located behind the left downfeed handle hub. It is adjusted at the factory and should not need further adjustment. 5. Rotate the coil spring cover (M) until the notch on the cover engages with the tab (L) on the head casting. Turn the cover clockwise to decrease tension and counterclockwise to increase tension. If adjustment is deemed necessary: 1. Unplug the machine from the power source. 6. Replace flat washer (G) and key (F).
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. Make verifications and align as follows: Referring to Figure 11: 1. Take a length of board (F) and draw a perpendicular line (E) on one side using a square. 2.
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. 2. Remove the chuck and arbor assembly (described on page 7). 3. Remove nuts (A, C), and washer (B) from the depth set bolt (H2). 4.
Operating Controls Basic Operation Refer to Figure 15: Start Switch (A) – Press to start machine Always use a back-up piece of scrap wood to cover the table. This protects both the table and the drill bit. Stop Switch (B) – Press to stop machine Place material to be drilled in such a way as to come into contact with the left side of the column. This prevents the material from spinning.
Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause 1. Remedy 1. Check all plug connections. 2. 3. 4. Drill press unplugged from wall or motor. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Cord damaged. Starting capacitor bad. 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. 3. 4. Replace cord. Replace starting capacitor. 1. Extension cord too light or too long. 1. 2. Low current. 2. Replace with adequate size and length cord. Contact a qualified electrician. 1. Stand on uneven surface. 1. 2. Bad belt(s). 2.
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 Size Qty 1............... JDP17DX-001 ..........Motor Assembly..................................................................................... 1 2.
Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 41 ............. 10661102 .................Seat ...................................................................................................... 1 42 ............. 13005601 .................Washer.................................................................................................. 1 43 ............. 13005701 .................Nut ........................................................................................................
Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 95 ............. JDP17DX-095 ..........Rubber Seal .......................................................................................... 1 96 ............. JDP17DX-096 ..........Pulley Cover Assembly .......................................................................... 1 97 ............. JDP17DX-097 ..........Chuck & Key ......................................................................................... 1 98 ............. 561708 ..........
Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 149 ........... JDP17DX-149 ..........Locking Cable Tie .................................................................................. 1 150 ........... JDP17DX-150 ..........Cable Clamp ......................................................................................... 1 151 ........... JDP17DX-151 ..........Lead Wire Assembly.............................................................................. 1 152 ........... JDP17DX-152 ..........
Assembly Drawing 21
Wiring Diagram 22
Notes 23
WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.jetttools.
