Jet J-1230R, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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6.3 Machine Set-Up
1. After dismantling the crate, remove the
toolbox and any accessory items from
around the machine.
2. Place lifting straps as shown in Figure 9.
Use cushioning to protect machine surfaces.
Figure 9
3. Remove the bolts holding the machine to the
skid.
All lifting equipment
must be rated appropriately to safely
sustain the weight of the drill press.
Do
not allow anyone near or beneath the
machine while it is being moved.
4. Lift the machine and position it over the
anchor bolts in an area with good lighting,
and a level and well-supported floor.
5. Place the leveling pads beneath the level
adjusting bolts. Place a level (its tolerance
should be within 0.02mm/m) on the box
table and level the machine.
6. The drill press MUST be anchored to the
floor. Use the layout diagram in Section 6.1
as a guide, and mount the nuts to the
ground bolts.
Failure to anchor the
machine properly, according to the
diagrams, could result in the machine
tipping over and consequent damage to
the machine and possible injury or death
to the machine operator and bystanders.
7. Connect the electrical service branch to the
machine according to the instructions which
follow in section 6.4
Electrical Connections.
This work should be done only by a qualified
and licensed electrician who is familiar with
machine service and national and local
codes.
8. Turn on the drill press (see Section 8.0
Operation ), push the unlock button, and
move the arm elevation lever to UP, until the
quill clears the shipping block. Remove
shipping block and wood platform from the
box table.
9. Wipe the surfaces of the machine which
have been treated with a protective coating,
using mineral spirits or a cleaner/degreaser.
10. Inspect all sight glasses on the machine to
be certain they are filled to their level lines. If
low, add fluid as necessary according to
instructions in Section 11.2
Lubrication .
11. Perform a lubrication check at all points
recommended in Section 11.0.
12. Follow directions in Section 8.0 Operation to
check all operation functions of the drill
press. If coolant is being used, put coolant
in the sump and test coolant delivery.
13. When all of the above operations are
complete, the machine is ready for service.