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1/3 HP 

5 SPEED 

DRILL PRESS 

WITH REDEYE

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DP250LS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Code: DP250LS

Date: 071120

Edition: 05

Op: DCR

Summary of Contents for DP250LS

Page 1: ...1 1 3 HP 5 SPEED DRILL PRESS WITH REDEYE DP250LS INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code DP250LS Date 071120 Edition 05 Op DCR ...

Page 2: ...eriod for home domestic use from the date of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be repaired or replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified This warranty does n...

Page 3: ...new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take special car...

Page 4: ...found in this Manual All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards Children and infirm people must not use this tool Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area T...

Page 5: ...are so marked 17 Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate a power tool when you are tired 18 Check for damaged parts Before using a tool check that there are no damaged parts If a part is slightly damaged carefully determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts proper m...

Page 6: ...able support to the column and the table to the table support before operating your drill press 18 Never turn your drill press on before clearing the table of all objects tools scraps of wood etc 19 Before starting the operation jog the motor switch to make sure the drill bit does not wobble or vibrate 20 Let the spindle reach full speed before starting to drill If your drill press makes an unfami...

Page 7: ...llowing tools are required to assemble the drill press 3mm 4mm 5mm Hex Keys Supplied Wrench Not Supplied Phillips Head Screwdriver Not Supplied Assembly time The DP250LS drill press will take approximately 10 15 minutes to assemble Components The DP250LS drill press is supplied with the following components 1 Motor Head 2 Base 3 Column 4 Table 5 Table Lock fitted 6 Belt fitted 7 Handle Rods x3 8 K...

Page 8: ... cover 5 Pulley cover knob 6 Base 7 Column 8 Table Support Assembly 9 Table Lock 10 Belt x1 11 Belt Tension Knob 12 Keyed Chuck 13 Motor Head 14 Feed Handle 15 Depth Scale 16 Depth Locking Knob 17 Bevel Scale 18 Chuck Key 19 Hex Keys 3mm 4mm 5mm 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 11 14 15 16 19 9 13 17 18 10 ...

Page 9: ...each handle in a clockwise direction 7 Fit the chuck 12 onto the spindle and secure it by pushing it and giving it a sharp tap Note Ensure both surfaces are clean before putting the chuck on the spindle Adjusting the table height CAUTION Always ensure that the drill press is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments 1 Loosen the table lock 9 2 Raise or...

Page 10: ...huck key in a clockwise direction Setting the drilling depth CAUTION Always ensure that the drill press is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments 1 Loosen the handle screw half a turn using the depth locking knob 16 2 Ensuring the drill bit is tight in the chuck use the feed wheel to lower the spindle until the drill bit just touches the workpiece 3...

Page 11: ...tep on the rear pulley Then move it down to a larger step on the front pulley Rotating the pulleys and rolling the belt onto the larger pulley will make this easier Note The belt should always be on the same relative step on the front and rear pulleys for example if it is on the top step of the front pulley then it should also be on the top step of the rear pulley 6 Tighten the belt tension knob 1...

Page 12: ...Operation CAUTION Always ensure that the drill press is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments CAUTION For through drilling always ensure that the hole in the centre of the table is aligned with the drill bit WARNING On start up over tightening the belt may prevent the drill press from starting WARNING Don t force the drill allow the drill bit to do...

Page 13: ...nish with a larger bit Also lubricate the bit with oil to improve drilling action and increase bit life Maintenance WARNING Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making and adjustments or maintenance procedures Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing the task must be carried out by the manufacturer the manufacturer s agent...

Page 14: ...he motor Noisy operation Incorrect belt tension Adjust tension as required Drill bit burns Incorrect speed Change speed refer to the Changing the speed section Chips not coming out of hole Retract drill bit frequently to clear holes Dull drill bit Resharpen or replace drill bit Excessive drill bit wobble Bent drill bit Replace with new drill bit Drill bit not properly installed in chuck Install dr...

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Page 16: ...ew Zealand 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair or replacement is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt n...

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