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Westward Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 1KEN3, 1KEN4
10”,12” Drill Presses
Figure 15
Bevel drilling (Figure 16)
NOTE:
A bevel scale has been included to measure
approximate bevel angles. If precision is necessary, a square
or other measuring tool should be used to position the table.
To use the bevel scale (6):
To prevent personal injury, always
disconnect the plug from the power source when making
any adjustments.
1. TIGHTEN the nut (4) on the locking pin using a
10mm or adjustable wrench clockwise to RELEASE
it from the table support.
2. Loosen the large hex head table bevel locking bolt (5)
using a 17mm or adjustable wrench.
3. Tilt the table, aligning the desired angle measurement
to the zero line opposite the scale (6).
4. Tighten the table bevel locking bolt (5).
5. To return the table to its original position, loosen the
table bevel locking bolt (5). Return the table (6) to the
0° position.
6. Return nut (4) on locking pin to the OUTSIDE END
OF THREADS. Gently tap locking pin until it is seated
in the mating hole of the table bracket. Hand tighten
nut (4).
NOTE:
The table has been removed form the
illustration for clarity.
Figure 16
Spindle / quill (Figure 17)
Rotate the feed handles counterclockwise to lower spindle
to its lowest position. Hold the chuck and move it front to
back. If there is excessive play, proceed with the following
adjustments:
1. Loosen the lock nut (1) located on the right side of the drill
press.
2. Turn the screw (2) clockwise to eliminate the play, but
without obstructing the upward movement of the spindle.
(A little play in the spindle is normal.)
3. Tighten the lock nut (1).
Figure 17
Quill return spring (Figure 18)
The quill return spring may need adjustment if the quill return
speed is too rapid or too slow.
1. Lower the table for additional clearance.
2. Place a screwdriver in the lower front notch (1) of the spring
cap (2). Hold it in place while loosening and removing only
the outer jam nut (3).
3. With the screwdriver still engaged in the notch, loosen the
inner nut (4) just until the notch (5) disengages from the
boss (6) on the drill press head.
NOTE:
DO NOT REMOVE THIS INNER NUT, because the
spring will forcibly unwind.
4. Carefully turn the spring cap (2) counterclockwise with the
screwdriver, engaging the next notch.
5. Lower the quill to the lowest position by rotating the feed
handle in a counterclockwise direction while holding the
spring cap (2) in position.
6. Adjust the quill up and down as you desire and tighten
the inner nut (4) snugly against the spring cap. Secure
the outer nut (3) against the inner nut with the adjustable
wrench.
NOTE:
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN and restrict quill movement.
(See step #5 for quill movement)
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