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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL

#75-260 M1

VERSION 5 - REVISION 1 (November 29

, 2011) 78359110

17" EXTENDED STROKE

DRILL PRESS

FEATURES

Rotating, 45° tilting, crank-operated

worktable with quick release clamp.

Large front mounted paddle style stop

switch with lock-out safety feature to pre-

vent unwanted or unintentional start-up.

Adjustable spindle tension return spring.

Spindle is supported by high quality ball

bearings.

Cast-iron pulleys reduce vibration.

Industrial quality Totally Enclosed Fan

Cooled (T.E.F.C.) 1 HP motor.

Heavy-duty positive depth stop for quick

easy adjustment.

Extra long quill stroke, drills deeper than

most drill presses.

Slower speed options ideal for

metal drilling applications.

3/4" regular chuck with key included.

Laser pointer and see-through chuck

guard included.

SPECIFICATIONS

SWING

16 15⁄16” (430 mm)

DRILLING CAPACITY

3⁄4” (19 mm)

CHUCK SIZE

3⁄4” (19 mm)

SPINDLE TRAVEL (STROKE)

6” (152 mm)

SPINDLE DISTANCE TO TABLE

23 3⁄4” (605 mm)

SPINDLE DISTANCE TO BASE

44 1⁄2” (1130 mm)

TABLE SIZE

14” x 14” (355 x 355 mm)

COLUMN DIAMETER

3 1⁄8” (80 mm)

SPINDLE SPEEDS (12)

255 - 2750 RPM

SPINDLE TAPER

MT 3

OVERALL HEIGHT

68” (1730 mm)

BASE SIZE

11 3⁄4” x 19 5⁄8” (302 x 500 mm)

MOTOR

1 HP, 110/220 V, 12.5/6.25 A

WEIGHT

229 LBS (104 kg)

Summary of content (20 pages)

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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL FEATURES Rotating, 45° tilting, crank-operated worktable with quick release clamp. Large front mounted paddle style stop switch with lock-out safety feature to prevent unwanted or unintentional start-up. 17" EXTENDED STROKE DRILL PRESS Adjustable spindle tension return spring. Spindle is supported by high quality ball bearings. Cast-iron pulleys reduce vibration. Industrial quality Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (T.E.F.C.) 1 HP motor.
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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 75-260 M1 17” 17” extended stroke 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® & GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY All component parts of General®, 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 Grounding instructions .......................................................................................................
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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 holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its 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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17” EXTENDED STROKE DRILL PRESS 75-260 M1 IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS A H I B J C K D E L F M G N A B C D E F G - PULLEY CASE COVER ON/OFF SWITCH CHUCK GUARD CHUCK COLUMN TABLE COLUMN FLANGE H I J K L M N - MOTOR BELT TENSION LEVER LASER POINTER DOWN FEED HANDLES RACK TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT BASE 7
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BASIC FUNCTIONS This model 75-260 M1 17” extended stroke drill press is designed for precision drilling applications in either wood or metal. This unit includes all the basic functions and features found on most standard drill presses and because of its 6-inch vertical spindle travel (stroke) it offers the user the added benefit of extended drilling depth capacity for the drilling of deeper holes into or through, thicker stock.
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PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP / ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP This machine should be installed and operated only on a solid, flat and stable floor that is able to support the weight of the sander (275 lbs - 125 kg) and the operator. Using the dimensions shown as a guideline, plan for placement within your shop that will allow the operator to work unencumbered and unobstructed by foot traffic (either passing shop visitors or other shop workers) or other tools or machinery.
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INSTALL THE TABLE FIT THE COLUMN RING ONTO THE RACK Insert and hold the rack in the notch in the table bracket and slide the bracket and rack onto the column until the rack bottoms out on the rack seat and fasten two set screws by Allen key. Slide the ring onto the column with the beveled edge facing down to secure the rack to the column. Re-tighten the screw . Note: Position the rack with more teeth towards the bottom . Note: Do not over-tighten the screw.
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INSTALL THE CHUCK GUARD REAR VIEW Fit the chuck guard onto the quill and tighten the Phillips screw to secure the chuck guard in place. ADJUSTING AND USING THE CHUCK GUARD 1. Loosen the wing nuts on both sides of the chuck guard and slide the chuck guard extension down along the two slots to the desired height . 2. Tighten the wing nuts to lock the chuck guard extension in place.
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ADJUSTMENTS & CONTROLS TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT TABLE SWING ADJUSTMENT VIEW FROM BACK 1. Loosen table lock handle . 2. Turn the table height adjustment handle table is at the desired height. 3. Tighten the table lock handle to lock the table in position. until the TABLE TILT ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen the table lock handle . 2. Swing the table to the desired position the table lock handle. .
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CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG. REPLACE DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY. SWITCH OFF TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START-UP, MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH ON THE DRILL PRESS IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE. Once the assembly steps have been completed, uncoil the power cord and plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet.
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REFERENCE CHART FOR SPINDLE SPEED SELECTION - BASED ON BIT SIZE AND WORKPIECE MATERIAL* WORKPIECE MATERIAL SOFT WOOD HARD WOOD CAST STEEL TOOL STEEL CAST IRON MILD STEEL ALUMINIUM & COPPER 1-16” (2 mm) 2800 - 3200 2800 - 3200 1910 - 2445 2865 - 3665 3820 - 4890 4775 - 6110 9550 - 12225 BIT SIZE (DIAMETER) REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (RPM) 1/8" (3 mm) 2800 - 3200 2800 - 3200 1220 - 1275 1835 - 1910 2445 - 2545 3055 - 3185 6110 - 6365 3/16" (5 mm 2800 - 3200 2800 - 3200 765 - 815 114
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RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES We offer a large variety of products to help you increase convenience, productivity, accuracy and safety when using your drill press Here’s a small sampling of optional accessories available from your local General International dealer. For more information about our products, please visit our website at www.general.ca 12” X 24” (305 X 610 mm) 25 piece - Rubber drum Sanding Set Item 70-025 Abrasive sleeves item 70-030 Turn your drill press into a mini drum sander.
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PARTS LIST 75-260 M1 PART NO.
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PARTS LIST 75-260 M1 18 PART NO.
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PARTS LIST 75-260 M1 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 75260-107 75260-108 75260-109 75260-110 75260-111 75260-112 CHUCK GUARD RACK RING RACK HOLDER BOLT HEX.
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MODEL 75-260 M1 8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Fax: (514) 326-5565 - Tel.: (514) 326-1161 Fax: (514) 326-5555 - Parts & Service / Order Desk orderdesk@general.ca www.general.ca 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.