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ASSEMBLING YOUR DOWNFEED ATTACHMENT
Attachment procedures are the same in both NOVA Vulcan and NOVA Voyager drill press.
Step No.
Description
Image
1.
Lock the spindle into place by using the quill lock feature
on the headstock.
Pull the handle lightly to check if the quill is firmly held in
place.
2.
Use the supplied tool to hold the spring cover as shown in
the image. Match the slot of the supplied tool with the
quill spring to hold its position. Apply pressure towards
the headstock casting as well.
Carefully loosen the 2 locking nuts to a point where it can
easily be turned by hand. (but do not remove yet)
Using a Philips screw driver, loosen the screw on the
bottom side
Warning:
Always be very cautious when dealing with this spring as
it is able to store a lot of energy in it, which could cause
potential safety hazards if it is not treated with respect.
Caution!
Before commencing any of the procedures shown below, make sure to take off any tools,
chucks and accessories that is mounted on the spindle area. The power source must be unplugged from the
machine.
