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THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI BENCHTOP DRILL PRESS. Your new Drill Press has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your tool works. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS ■...
■ ALWAYS TURN SWITCH OFF before disconnecting it to avoid accidental starting. ■ ALL REPAIRS, WHETHER ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL, should be made at a Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Use only Ryobi identical replacement parts. ■ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use to instruct other users.
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest RYOBI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic- ing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts.
COVER OF GROUNDED ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Your Ryobi Drill Press is powered by a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60Hz. If the machine does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply.
The assembly at the top of the column which houses the motor, quill, and spindle. Feed The speed and force with which the drill bit is lowered into the workpiece. ■ Carefully remove all parts from the shipping carton. ■ Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected the drill press, identified all parts, and satisfactorily operated your new tool.
Check all loose parts with the list below. Assemble according to the instructions on the following pages. ■ Head Assembly ■ Column Assembly ■ Column Support ■ Table ■ Belts (2) ■ Table Lock Handle (2) ■ Base ■ Idler Pulley ■...
SWITCH AND SWITCH KEY Your drill press has an easy access power switch. To lock in the OFF position, remove the switch key. Place the key in a location inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool.
WARNING: Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious injury. ATTACHING THE COLUMN ASSEMBLY See Figure 4. ■ Place base on a flat surface. Align screw holes in the column support with screw holes in the base.
CLAMPING DRILL PRESS TO WORKBENCH See Figure 10. If your drill press is to be used as a portable tool, fasten it permanently to a mounting board that can easily be clamped to a workbench or other stable surface. The mounting board should be of sufficient size to avoid tipping while drill press is in use.
BEVEL ADJUSTMENT See Figure 12 . Your drill press is equipped with a tilting table that allows you to drill angled holes. The table can be tilted left or right, from 0°-45°. To tilt the table: ■ Loosen the large hex bolt located beneath the table.
LOCKING THE SWITCH See Figure 15. ■ Place the switch in the OFF position. ■ Wait until the drill press has come to a full and complete stop. ■ Remove the switch key from the switch assembly. Store key in safe place.
DRILLING TIPS If the hole is large, it’s a good idea to drill a smaller pilot hole before drilling the final one. Your hole will be more accurately positioned, rounder, and the bits will last longer.
WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury make sure the drill press is turned OFF and the cord is unplugged from the power source before performing any maintenance or adjustment.
Sharpen or replace bit. Feed fast enough, allow drill to cut. Lubricate bit for metal work. Replace bit. Install bit properly. Install chuck properly. Contact Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Reduce feed pressure. Adjust belt tension. Check support and/or reclamp workpiece.
Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.
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