This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Drill Press Models: J-2500, J-2530, J-2550 J-2530 WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing), Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.waltermeier.com J-2500 J-2550 Part No. M-354400 Revision B 04/2012 Copyright © 2012 Walter Meier (Manufacturing), Inc.
Warranty and Service Walter Meier (Manufacturing), Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET® tools.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service......................................................................................................................................2 Table of Contents ...........................................................................................................................................3 Warnings........................................................................................................................................................4 Introduction ....
Warnings 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. 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. 3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. This drill press is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 23. 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. 24. 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 The JET 15-Inch 16-Speed Drill Presses and 20-Inch 12-Speed Drill Presses, Models J-2500, J-2530 and J-2550, feature rugged cast iron design with ground-steel columns for drilling accuracy in metal, wood, and plastic. The head casting features a ball bearing spindle assembly, supported by four permanently-lubricated, heavy duty ball bearings that are mounted in an enclosed quill for extended life. Specifications Model J-2500 J-2530 J-2550 Stock Number ..........................................
Shipping Contents Unpack the carton and verify that all parts listed below are included. Main Parts Other Material 1 ea 1 ea 1 set 1 ea 1 ea 1 ea Head Assembly Table Column and Table Bracket Assembly Base Required Tools 1. 17mm Box Wrench or a 6” – 8” Adjustable Wrench 2. 15/16" wrench Additional Parts 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
2. Install the table bracket (A) together with the rack (B) as shown in Figure 2. Assembly Read and understand all assembly instructions before attempting assembly! Failure to comply may cause serious injury! Before Assembly 1. Remove the container. contents from the shipping 2. Compare the contents of the shipping container with the list found above. Report any shortages or damage to your JET distributor. 3. Clean all rust protected surfaces with kerosene or a light solvent.
2. Rotate head assembly until sides of the pulley cover are parallel with the sides of the base. Column Lock Handle Referring to Figure 5: 3. Tighten two setscrews (A) with a 5mm hex wrench (provided) until they are snug. Thread the column lock handle (D) into the table bracket (E). Figure 7 4. Install three downfeed handles (B) into the downfeed hub (C). Figure 5 Chuck and Arbor Installation Table Installation Referring to Figure 8: Referring to Figure 6: 1.
Chuck and Arbor Removal Adjustment Referring to Figure 9: 1. Unplug machine from the power source. Depth Stop Adjustment 2. Raise the table until it is about seven inches below the chuck. Referring to Figure 10: To drill multiple holes at the same preset depth, use the depth stop: 3. Place a piece of scrap wood on the table, and lower quill (A) using the downfeed handle. 1. Use a pencil to mark the depth the bit will drill into the workpiece. 4.
6. Tighten two bar knobs (E, Fig. 11). Belts are properly tensioned when finger and thumb pressure midway between the two pulleys causes approximately ½” deflection. Changing Spindle Speeds A spindle speed and pulley/belt arrangement chart for all models is found on the inside of the pulley cover (D, Fig. 11). Refer to this chart whenever changing speeds. Note: The chart in Figure 12 is for models J-2500 and J-2530 only. To change spindle speeds: 1. Unplug the machine from the power source. 2.
Table Tilt Adjustment Positioning the Workpiece The table tilt adjustments are made on the table bracket under the table. Always place a piece of wood (or plywood) on the table. This will prevent "splintering" or making heavy burrs on the underside of the workpiece as the drill breaks through. The wood should contact the left side of the column. To tilt the table (refer to Figures 14 and 15): Using the Vise In the following steps do not over loosen.
Electrical 230 Volt Operation Grounding Instructions Referring to Figure 17: If 230V, single-phase operation is desired, the following instructions must be followed: This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. Disconnect the machine from the power source. The JET drill press motor has four numbered leads that are factory connected for 115V operation, as shown in (A). For 230V operation reconnect the leads as shown in (B).
Troubleshooting Trouble Drill press will not start. Drill press does not come up to speed. Drill Press vibrates excessively. Noisy Operation. Workpiece Burns. Drill bit wanders. Wood splinters on the underside. Drill bit binds in workpiece. Excessive drill bit runout, or wobble. Probable Cause Remedy Drill press unplugged from wall, or motor. Check all plug connections. Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker. Cord damaged. Replace cord.
Parts 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 – J-2500, J-2530 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1A............ 10600110 ................Base for J-2530 / JDP-15M .................................................................
Parts List – J-2500, J-2530 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 45 ............ 10604505 ................Scale Ring ......................................................................................... 1 50A.......... JDP15-1050 ............Spring Cap ......................................................................................... 1 51 ............ 10605115 ................Shaft Seat .......................................................................................... 1 53 ........
Parts List – J-2500, J-2530 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 128 .......... TS-2285162 ............Cr. Re. Truss Hd. Tapping Screw ......................M5-16 ....................... 2 137 .......... JDP15-1137 ............Switch Cover ...................................................................................... 1 138 .......... TS-1533042 ............Cr. Re. Pan Head Screw ...................................M5-12 ....................... 2 139 .......... JDP15-1139 ............
Exploded View – J-2500, J-2530 18
Parts List – J-2550 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 .............. J-5627751 ...............Base .................................................................................................. 1 2 .............. J-5627761 ...............Collar, Column.................................................................................... 1 3 .............. 5626231 ..................Set Screw ........................................................M10 x 40 mm ............. 1 4 ..............
Parts List – J-2550 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 57 ............ 5629131 ..................Washer, Rubber ................................................................................. 1 58 ............ 5629141 ..................Spindle ............................................................MT3, Ø34................... 1 59 ............ 5629151 ..................Bearing, Ball .....................................................6206ZZ ...................... 1 60 ............ 5629161 ..
Parts List – J-2550 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 616 .......... 5513744 ..................Screw, Clamping ................................................................................ 1 617 .......... J-5518233 ...............Clamp, Depth Stop support ................................................................. 1 618 .......... 5513746 ..................Nut .................................................................................................... 1 700 .......... 5627711 ...
Exploded View – J-2550 22
Wiring Diagram J-2500/J-2530 – 115V J-2500/J-2530 – 230V 23
J-2550 – 115V J-2550 – 230V 24
