Instructions / Assembly

ManualsBrandsGeneral International ManualsDrill Presses12 in. Drill Press with Variable Speed and Laser System

The protective coating on the machine prevents rust

from forming during shipping and storage. Remove it

by rubbing with a rag dipped in kerosene, mineral spir-

its or paint thinner. (Dispose of potentially ﬂammable

solvent-soaked rags according to manufacturer’s safe-

ty recommendations).

A putty knife, held ﬂat to avoid scratching the surface,

may also be used to scrape off the coating followed

by clean-up with solvent. Avoid rubbing the machine's

painted surfaces, as many solvent-based products will

remove paint.

To prevent rust, apply a light coating of paste wax or

use regular applications of any after-market surface

protectant or rust inhibitor.

CLEANING

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLING THE DRILL PRESS ON A STABLE SURFACE

For your convenience this drill press is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires only minimal

assembly and set up before being put into service.

The unit should be immobilized on a ﬂat, level, sturdy

and stable surface, able to support the weight of the

machine and the workpiece with ease.

Note: Never install or operate the unit over the edge of a

table, workbench or other mounting surface.

If a permanent shop placement or installation is prac-

tical, consider using the mounting holes and drilling

matching through holes in your workbench or mount-

ing surface to bolt the drill press in place (hardware

not included) on your workbench.

If you prefer, an optional universal steel stand (item

#99-700) is available from your local General Interna-

tional dealer.

HEX HEAD BOLT (1)

FLAT WASHER (2)

LOCK WASHER (1)

NUT (1)

BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UN-

PLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION

STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL.

Summary of content (6 pages)

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CLEANING The protective coating on the machine prevents rust from forming during shipping and storage. Remove it by rubbing with a rag dipped in kerosene, mineral spirits or paint thinner. (Dispose of potentially ﬂammable solvent-soaked rags according to manufacturer’s safety recommendations). A putty knife, held ﬂat to avoid scratching the surface, may also be used to scrape off the coating followed by clean-up with solvent.
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BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. INSTALLING THE COLUMN ON THE BASE 1. Set the base on a ﬂat and stable surface, and then install the column on the base. 2. Align the mounting holes in the column with the corresponding holes in the base. Tighten the four bolts by hand A few turns. 4.
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BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. A B 3. Center the head stock with the column and the table. 4. Secure the head stock to the column by tightening screws A & B using a 5 mm Allen key. 2. Hold the table against the bracket aligning the mounting holes as shown. INSTALLING THE TABLE A 1.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. E D 5. Tighten the arm's mounting bolt using a wrench. 6. Slide handle D onto the arbor as shown E. F G 7. Tighten the set screw F using a 4 mm Allen key. 8. Lock the table in position by tightening the lever G as shown. 2. Tighten the chuck guard using a phillips screwdriver. INSTALLING THE CHUCK GUARD A 1. 12 Slide the chuck guard onto its support as shown A.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. INSTALLING THE DOWNFEED HANDLES B 1. Thread the three downfeed handles into their mounting holes located in the support B. 2. Tighten each handle using a 9 mm wrench. 2. Tighten the handle using a 9 mm wrench. 2. Clean inside the chuck with a dry cloth until all grease or lubricant is removed. INSTALLING THE SPEED CONTROL LEVER C 1.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. 3. Fit the arbor into the chuck as shown. 4. Make sure the arbor is inserted all the way into the chuck. 5. Slide the arbor into the quill assembly as shown. 6. Using the feed handles, lower the chuck against a piece of wood on the table to pressﬁt it into the quill. REMOVING THE CHUCK A C D B 1. Using feed handle, lower the quill assembly A.