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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
18-inch Variable Speed Drill Press
Model 2800
WMH TOOL GROUP
2420 Vantage Drive
Elgin, Illinois 60124 Part No. M-1792800
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision B 03/07
www.wmhtoolgroup.com Copyright © WMH Tool Group
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Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these WMH Tool Group Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and ® major repair on your POWERMATIC tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1
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Table of Contents Warranty and Service ..............................................................................................................................2 Table of Contents....................................................................................................................................3 Warning...................................................................................................................................................4 Introduction .......
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Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. This drill press is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a drill press
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21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 22. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the drill bit or other moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. 23. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. The rig
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Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model 2800 Drill Press. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual. If there are any questions or comments, p
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The smaller accessories are shown in Figure 1: Unpacking 3 Downfeed Handles (A) 1 Chuck (B) Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to 1 Drift Key (C) your distributor and shipping agent. Do not 1 Arbor (D) discard any shipping material until the Drill Press 1 Shift Knob (E) is assembled and running properly. 1 Locking Handle (F) Compare the contents of your container with the 2 Lock Knobs (G) following parts list to make sure all par
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Assembly Tools required for assembly: Cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver Rubber mallet Wrenches – 17, 18 and 24 mm Set of hex (Allen) wrenches Exposed metal surfaces on the drill press have been factory-coated with a protectant. Remove this with a soft rag moistened with kerosene or a light solvent. Do not use an abrasive pad and do not use gasoline, paint thinner or acetone, as Figure 2 these will damage plastic components and painted surfaces. The drill press should be plac
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3. Slide the large handle onto the spindle of the table bracket (Figure 4), and tighten the set screw in the handle with a 3mm hex wrench. Crank the handle counterclockwise to lower the table bracket down the column. 4. Place the ring onto the column and slide it down over the top edge of the rack (see Figure 3). Tighten the set screw on the ring. 5. Screw the locking handle into the table bracket (Figure 4) and tighten the locking handle to secure the table bracket’s position on the
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Installing Arbor and Chuck 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Thoroughly clean the entire arbor and the inside of the chuck (Figure 9) with a soft rag and solvent such as mineral spirits. Any grease or residue in these areas can cause the pieces to separate and create a safety hazard as well as damage to the tool. 3. Slide arbor up into the spindle. 4. Firmly push the chuck by hand onto the taper of the arbor. 5. Make sure the jaws of the chuck are opened all the way until t
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Improper connection of the equipment- grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment- grounding connector. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not co
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4. The drill press must comply with all local and national codes after the 230 volt plug is Recommended Gauges (AWG) of Extension Cords installed. Extension Cord Length * 5. The drill press with a 230-volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the 25 50 75 100 150 200 same configuration as shown in Figure 13. Amps feet feet feet feet feet feet No adapter is available or should be used < 5 16 16 16 14 12 12 with the 230-volt plug. 5 to 8 16 16 14 12 10 NR Extension Co
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Table Extensions Loosen the handles (C, Figure 15) and slide the extensions outward, then re-tighten the handles. Changing Spindle Speeds Change speeds only while the drill press is running. With the drill press running, rotate the shift knob (Figure 17) slightly counterclockwise to loosen it, then push the handle left or right until the desired speed is displayed on the LED readout at the front of the head. Tighten the shift knob Figure 17 clockwise to secure the setting. Depth
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6. Make sure the coil spring cover is pushed back in, then tighten the two hex nuts (D). Do not over tighten. The hex nuts should be tightened against each other. 7. Re-install hub, washers, hex nut and cap. On/Off Switch Pull out the switch to start the drill press, push to stop. The switch has a safety feature that prevents unauthorized or accidental starting of the drill press. With the switch in the "off" position, slide out the switch safety key (Figure 20). This piece Figure
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Repeat step 5, if necessary, until the light and marking are aligned. 6. Adjust the other laser in the same manner. Two parallel laser markings should look like O and P in Figure 22 – the distance between the lines will vary with board thickness; however, the lines must be parallel. Cross Hair Alignment 7. Place board (R) flat on the table. Do not allow the board to move from this position; use clamps if needed. Bring the bit down until it leaves a slight perforation in the board; t
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condition and tensioned properly. Occasional Maintenance dressing of the belts with spray can type belt dressing or paraffin wax will promote longer belt Before doing maintenance on life and quieter operation. the machine, disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching Bearings on the drill press are self-contained and permanently lubricated; no further off the main switch! Failure to comply may cause serious injury. lubrication is needed. Exposed meta
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Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Noisy Operation Check motor bearings or for loose Noisy motor. (cont.) motor fan. Wood splinters on the Place a scrap board beneath the No backing board used. underside. workpiece to prevent splintering. Excessive speed. Reduce speed. Retract drill bit frequently to remove Chips not clearing from hole or bit. chips. Drill or tool heats up Dull drill bit. Resharpen, or replace drill bit. or burns workpiece. Feeding the bit too slowly. Increase feed r
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Parts List: Model 2800 Drill Press Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1............... PM2800-001 ............Strain Relief........................................................................................... 2 2............... TS-1482051.............Hex Cap Screw ..................................................M6x25........................ 4 3............... PM2800-003 ............Retaining Plate...................................................................................
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57............. PM2800-057 ............Rack Ring.............................................................................................. 1 58............. PM2800-058 ............Lead Wire Assembly...........................................26AWG*2C-550MM.... 2 59............. PM2800-059 ............Locking Cable Tie...............................................A-085S ...................... 1 60............. PM2800-060 ............Gear.....................................................
