Jet J-1600R, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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6.3
Machine Set-Up
1. After dismantling crate, remove toolbox and
any accessory items from around machine.
2. Place lifting straps as shown in Figure 9. Use
cushioning to protect machine surfaces.
Figure 9: Method of lifting
3. Remove the bolts holding machine to pallet.
All lifting equipment must
be rated appropriately to safely sustain
weight of drill press.
Do not allow anyone
near or beneath machine while it is being
moved.
4. Lift machine and position it over anchor bolts
in an area with good lighting, and a level and
well-supported floor.
5. Place provided leveling pads beneath base,
using appropriate spacing. Place a level (its
tolerance should be within 0.02mm/m) on box
table and level the machine.
6. The drill press MUST be anchored to floor.
Use layout diagram in Section 6.1 as a guide,
and mount the nuts to the ground bolts.
Failure to anchor machine
properly, according to the diagrams, could
result in machine tipping over and
consequent damage to machine and
possible injury to machine operator and
bystanders.
7. Connect electrical service branch to machine
according to 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 drill press (see section 8.0,
Operation
), push the unlock button, and move
arm/spindle control lever to UP, until quill
clears the shipping block and the arm clears
the support brace. Remove shipping block and
wood platform from box table. Remove
shipping brace from base. (Retain these
support pieces if machine is to be transported
in future.)
9. Surfaces of the machine have been treated
with a protective coating for shipment; remove
this with mineral spirits or a cleaner/degreaser.
Then apply a light coating of oil to exposed
metal surfaces. See section 12.0
Maintenance
,
for details.
10. Inspect all sight glasses on machine to be
certain they are filled to their level lines. If low,
add fluid as necessary according to
instructions in section 12.2
Lubrication
.
11. Perform a lubrication check at all points
recommended in section 12.0.
Verify that the machine is
properly lubricated at all points before
operating.
12. Follow directions in section 8.0,
Operation,
to
check all operation functions of 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.