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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL

Version

1_Revision

2 - January 2015

15", 17" & 20" DRILL PRESSES

VARIABLE SPEED

MODELS

75-155

75-165

75-510

FEATURES

Adjustable spindle tension return spring.

Built-in laser pointer.

Sturdy design with cast-iron head, base, and

table.

High-quality bearings for smooth, vibration-free

operation.

Simple hand lever controlled mechanical

variable speed from 280 to 2100 rpm.

Digital spindle speed display.

Industrial-quality 120 V motor.

Chuck with key.

Easy to use see-through ﬂip-up chuck guard

included.

Crank-operated rack and pinion table height-

adjustment.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Swing

15" (390 mm) - # 75-155

17" (430 mm) - # 75-165

20" (515 mm) - # 75-510

• Drilling capacity / Chuck size

3/4" (20 mm) / 5/8" (16 mm) - # 75-155

1 1/8" (28 mm) / 5/8" (16 mm) - # 75-165

1 1/4" (32 mm) / 3/4" (20 mm) - # 75-510

• Spindle travel

3 1/8" (80 mm) - # 75-155/165

4 3/4" (120 mm) - # 75-510

• Spindle distance to table / to base

29 3/8" (745 mm) / 48 1/2" (1230 mm) - # 75-155

29" (735 mm) / 48 5/8" (1235 mm) - # 75-165

27 3/4" (705 mm) / 46 7/8" (1190 mm) - # 75-510

• Table size

(Diameter) 12 3/8" (315 mm) - # 75-155

13 3/16" x 13 3/16" (335 x 335 mm) - # 75-165

18 3/4" x 16 3/4" (475 x 425 mm) - # 75-510

• Column diameter

2 3/4" (70 mm) - # 75-155

3 1/8" (80 mm) - # 75-165

3 5/8" (92 mm) - # 75-510

• Spindle speeds

(Variable speed) - 280 to 2100 rpm

• Spindle taper

MT 2 - # 75-155 / MT 3 - # 75-165/510

• Overall height

63 3/8" (1610 mm) - # 75-155

64 3/8" (1635 mm) - # 75-165

67" (1700 mm) - # 75-510

• Base size

17" x 10 1/2" (430 x 265 mm) - # 75-155

20 1/4" x 12" (515 x 303 mm) - # 75-165

23 5/8" x 15 3/4" (600 x 400 mm) - # 75-510

• Motor

1/2 HP, 120 V, 5A - # 75-155

3/4 HP, 120 V, 6,5A - # 75-165

1 HP, 120 V, 10A - # 75-510

• Weight

136 lbs (62 kg) - # 75-155

161 lbs (73 kg) - # 75-165

284 lbs (129 kg) - # 75-510

75-155

75-165

75-510

Summary of content (32 pages)

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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL FEATURES Adjustable spindle tension return spring. Built-in laser pointer. Sturdy design with cast-iron head, base, and table. 15", 17" & 20" DRILL PRESSES - VARIABLE SPEED High-quality bearings for smooth, vibration-free operation. Simple hand lever controlled mechanical variable speed from 280 to 2100 rpm. Digital spindle speed display. Industrial-quality 120 V motor. Chuck with key. Easy to use see-through flip-up chuck guard included.
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GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL 8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Telephone (514) 326-1161 • Fax (514) 326-5555 • www.general.ca THANK YOU for choosing this General® International model 75-155, 75-165 or 75-510 drill press. This drill press has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service.
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GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY All component parts of General® International and Excalibur by General International® products are carefully inspected during all stages of production and each unit is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Rules for safe operation...................................................................................................... 5 Electrical requirements....................................................................................................... 6 Identification of main parts and components................................................................... 7 Unpacking..................................................................................................................
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limitations, as well as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and hold itself harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of it’s equipment. 1. Do not operate the drill press when tired, distracted, or under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medication that impairs reflexes or alertness. 2.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE, VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE OF YOUR POWER SUPPLY CORRESPONDS WITH THE VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON THE MOTOR I.D. NAMEPLATE. A POWER SOURCE WITH GREATER VOLTAGE THAN NEEDED CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE. IF IN DOUBT, CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE POWER SOURCE. THIS TOOL IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN WET OR DAMP LOCATIONS.
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IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS I H J G F E K L D M C B A Model 75-165 shown A. BASE H. SWITCH B. COLUMN I. C. TABLE PIVOT LOCK LEVER* J. MOTOR D. TABLE K. FEED HANDLE E. FLIP-UP CHUCK GUARD L. TABLE CRANK HANDLE F. M. RACK LASER POINTER SWITCH G.
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UNPACKING Carefully unpack and remove the unit and its components from the box and check for missing or damaged items as per the list of contents below. NOTE: PLEASE REPORT ANY DAMAGED OR MISSING ITEMS TO YOUR GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR IMMEDIATELY. L IST OF CONTENTS QTY A. HEAD STOCK............................................................................. 1 B. BASE.......................................................................................... 1 C. TABLE...........................
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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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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
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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 HEAD STOCK ON THE COLUMN (CONTINUED) 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.
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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 TABLE (75-155/165) 5. Tighten the arm's mounting bolt using a 24 mm wrench. 6. Insert the table into the arm mount as shown. D C A 7. Lock the table in place by turning lever A clockwise. B 8. Slide handle B onto the arbor C as shown D. E F 9. 12 Tighten the set screw E using a 4 mm Allen key. 10.
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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 TABLE (MODEL 75-510 ONLY) A 1. Insert the threaded centering pin A into the smallest hole of the table bracket as shown 2. Align the smallest mounting hole in the table with the pin. B 3. Slide the table onto the pin. 4. While an assistant holds the table in position, insert the bolt B into the large mounting hole. C 5. Tighten the bolt with a wrench.
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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 CHUCK GUARD A 1. Slide the chuck guard onto its support as shown A. 2. Tighten the chuck guard using a phillips screwdriver. 2. Tighten each handle using a 9 mm wrench. 2. Tighten the handle using a 9 mm wrench. INSTALLING THE DOWNFEED HANDLES B 1. Thread the three downfeed handles into their mounting holes located in the support B.
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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 CHUCK 1. Lift the chuck guard as shown. 2. Clean inside the chuck with a dry cloth until all grease or lubricant is removed. 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.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. REMOVING THE CHUCK A C D B 1. Using feed handle, lower the quill assembly A. Insert the drift key B all the way into the quill assembly C. 1. While holding onto the chuck, tap gently on the key with a hammer or rubber mallet to loosen and remove the arbor and chuck. Note: It may be necessary to rotate the quill in order to be able to get the tool all the way through D.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. ON/OFF POWER SWITCH This drill is equipped with a forced opening line interrupter switch located on the front which requires machine restart in case of power failure or circuit interruption. To start the machine, pull up the switch cover and press the start button "I", A. To stop the machine, press directly on the switch cover B.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. TABLE SWING ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen the column lock handle as shown. 2. Swing the table arm bracket and the table to the desired position, then retighten the column lock handle. Note: When working with taller work pieces swing the table 180° out of the way and use the base as a table. PIVOTING THE TABLE (MODEL 75-155 & 75-165 ONLY) 1. Loosen the pivot lock handle as shown.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. TABLE TILT ADJUSTMENT Note: For the model 75-510 remove the threaded centering pin under the table before completing the following steps. A 1. Loosen nut A 2. Tilt the table to the desired angle, and then retighten the nut A.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING VERIFY ALL CHECK POINTS BEFORE STARTING. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURIES. • • • • • • • Make sure the pulley cover is closed. Check that the chuck is installed properly. Make sure the chuck guard is securely installed and closed properly. When turning the machine “ON” be aware that the shaft will rotate freely. When the drill press is running check to see if it runs without vibration or shaking.
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MAINTENANCE BELT REPLACEMENT Inspect the belts afler every 100 hours of use. Belts that show visible signs of wear such as cracks or fraying at the edges should be replaced immediately. A B Note: To replace belt A, remove belt B first. 1. Unplug the machine, and open the pulley cover as shown. 2. Pull on the belt as shown to spread the springmounted pulley flanges. 3. Slip a portion of the belt off and turn the pulley by hand until the belt comes off the pulley completely. 4.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. LUBRICATION Periodically lubricate all sliding or moving parts including the column, rack and the quill shown (use any all purpose grease, available at any hardware store). Note: Bearings in the quill and the V-belt pulleys are sealed, permanently lubricated and should require no further maintenance.
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DIAGRAM 75-155 23
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PARTS LIST 75-155 IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
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PARTS LIST 75-155 IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
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DIAGRAM 75-165 26
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PARTS LIST 75-165 IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
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PARTS LIST 75-165 IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
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DIAGRAM 75-510 29
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PARTS LIST 75-510 IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
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PARTS LIST 75-510 PART # REFERENCE 75510-66 75510-67 75510-68 75510-69 W20105007-2 75510-70 75510-71 75510-72 75510-73 W16205007-1 75510-74 75510-75 75510-76 W16205006-2 75510-77 W20105010 75510-78 75510-79 W16205006-3 75510-80 W20105010 75510-81 W16205006-1 75510-82 75510-83 W20105009-4 75510-84 W20105009-3 75510-85 W20105009-2 75510-86 W20105009-1 75510-87 W16205009-5A 75510-88 75510-89 20102024 75510-90 75510-91 W20102022 75510-92 75510-93 20102023A 75510-94 W20105000B 75510-
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75-510 75-165 75-155 8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Tel.: (514) 326-1161 Fax: (514) 326-5565 - Parts & Service / (514) 326-5555 - Order Desk orderdesk@general.ca www.general.