8
Introduction
This manual includes operating and
maintenance instructions for the JET 15-Inch
Vari-Speed Drill Presses, Models J-A3816, J-
A5816, and J-A5818. This manual also includes
parts listings and illustrations of replaceable
parts.
Refer to Figure 1 for key features of the drill
press.
LED Speed Display
Speed
setting
Handwheel
On/Off Switch
Depth Stop
Spindle
Feed Handle
Head locking
Handle
Motor
Column
Table
height
adjustment
Rack
Work Table
Base
Figure 1 – Drill Press Features
Set-up and Assembly
Securing the Base
The base of the drill press has four mounting
holes. The drill press should be level and rest
solidly on the floor. Place shims under the four
mounting holes in the base as required to level
the drill press.
Assembly
The Drill Press is shipped with the head in
lowered position. Follow these instructions to
assemble.
1.
Figure 2:
Loosen locking handle on head
and raise the head toward the top of the
column.
NOTE: Use an assistant to help
raise the head.
Re-tighten locking handle to
secure head in position.
Figure 2
2.
Figure 3:
Use a wrench to loosen the hex
screw on the head collar, and raise the head
collar until it is contacting the head. Firmly
tighten the screw on the head collar.
3.
Figure 3:
Loosen the set screw on the rack
ring and raise rack ring to allow clearance
for the rack. Re-tighten the set screw.
Figure 3
