OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 in. DRILL PRESS DP102l Your drill press has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for your purchase.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Warranty........................................................................................................................................................................... 2 General Safety Rules........................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impactresistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical, it is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate the tool. DO NOT OVERREACH.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush. Use only correct electrical devices: 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES KEEP BITS CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp bits minimize stalling. Dirty and dull bits may cause misalignment of the material and possible operator injury. NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGERS IN A POSITION WHERE THEY COULD CONTACT THE DRILL or other cutting tool if the workpiece should unexpectedly shift. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Keep hands away from the bit. Restrain any loose clothing, jewelry, long hair, etc., that may become entangled in the bit.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Electrical Extension Cords SPEED AND WIRING Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws) A device which, when properly installed and maintained, is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation. Arbor The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted. Bevel Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90° to the table surface. Chamfer A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or part of the end) is angled rather than at 90°.
FEATURES product specifications Chuck......................................................................... 1/2 in. Spindle Travel..........................................................2-3/8 in. Input................................ 120 Volt, 60Hz, AC Only, 3 Amps Table Size............................................ 9-1/4 in. x 8-3/16 in. Motor......................................................... 1/4 HP Induction Table Movement................................
FEATURES KNOW YOUR drill press feed handles See Figure 2. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. Feed handles raise and lower the chuck and bit during the drilling operation. Motor bevel scale The bevel scale indicates the degree the table is tilted. Your drill press is equipped with an industrial duty induction motor for long-lasting, smooth performance.
LOOSE PARTS The following items are included with the drill press: Head Assembly..................................................................1 Column Assembly..............................................................1 Table Assembly..................................................................1 Base...................................................................................1 Hex Key (3 mm, 4 mm, and 5 mm).....................................3 Hex Bolts (M8)...............................
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING attaching column assembly to base This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Place it on a level work surface. See Figure 5. Place the base on a flat surface. Align screw holes in the column assembly with screw holes in the base. Note: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed. Place a hex bolt in each hole and tighten using an adjustable wrench.
assembly installing table assembly d-shaft worm gear See Figures 6 - 8. ■ Loosen the set screw in the column collar. Remove the column collar and gear rack from the column and set aside. slot hole table adjustment handle Locate the worm gear and feed the D-shaft through the hole in the table assembly. Install table adjustment handle over the end of the D-shaft so that the flat side of the shaft aligns with the set screw. Tighten the set screw using the hex key.
ASSEMBLY installing chuck, head assembly, and feed handles See Figures 9 - 11. Place the head assembly upside down on a level, flat surface. Position chuck on spindle. Chuck should be fully opened to avoid damaging jaws. Using a piece of scrap wood to protect the chuck, firmly tap the chuck into place using a mallet or hammer. Position the head assembly onto the column with the chuck positioned over the table. feed handle Note: This tool is heavy. Get help when needed. Fig.
assembly Installing/changing laser batteries See Figure 13. Lift head assembly cover from front to open. battery compartment cover AA Batteries Remove cover from battery compartment and install two AA batteries according to the polarity indicated in the compartment. Reinstall the battery compartment cover. Close head assembly cover. WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein could result in hazardous radiation exposure.
assembly CHECKING/adjusting Laser Alignment laser housing See Figure 15. Check the laser alignment to ensure the intersection of the laser lines is precisely at the spot where the drill bit meets the workpiece. If it is not, the laser lines should be adjusted using the laser adjustment knobs located on opposite sides of the head assembly. Mark an “X” on a piece of scrap wood.
OPERATION WARNING: WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. Always remove the switch key when the tool is not in use and keep it in a safe place. In the event of a power failure, turn the switch OFF ( O ) and remove the key. This action will prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power returns.
OPERATION SELF-EJECTING CHUCK KEY See Figure 17. The self-ejecting chuck key ensures the chuck key is removed from the chuck before the drill press is turned on. In order to loosen or tighten the chuck using the chuck key, push the key into the key hole located on the chuck. Rotate the key clockwise to tighten the chuck or counterclockwise to loosen the chuck. chuck key WARNING: Use only the self-ejecting chuck key provided. Always remove chuck key.
Operation drilling See Figure 20. Using a clamping device, secure the workpiece to the worktable. To protect the top surface of the workpiece, use a piece of scrap wood between the vise and the workpiece. Select the proper drill bit based on the hole size desired. For large holes, drill a pilot hole first, using a smaller diameter bit. Select and set the recommended spindle speed. Refer to Changing Speeds in the Adjustments section of this manual. Set table assembly to desired height.
adjustments WARNING: Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. table lock handle adjusting table height See Figure 21. Hold the table with one hand and loosen the table lock handle. bevel scale Rotate the table adjustment handle clockwise to raise the table. Rotate the table adjustment handle counterclockwise to lower the table.
adjustments CHANGING SPEEDS See Figure 24. The spindle speed is determined by the location of the belt on the pulleys inside the head assembly. The speed chart located on the cover inside the head assembly shows the recommended speed and pulley configuration for each drilling operation. To change the pulley configuration: Lift head assembly cover from front to open. drive belt Loosen the tension bolt. SPINDLE PULLEY Remove the drive belt.
MAINTENANCE MOTOR/ELECTRICAL WARNING: The induction motor is easy to maintain but must be kept clean. Do not allow water, oil, or sawdust to accumulate on or in it. The sealed bearings are permanently lubricated and need no further attention. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. head assembly and motor housing Frequently blow out any dust that may accumulate inside the head assembly and/or motor housing.
troubleshooting Problem Noisy operation Bit burns or smokes Excessive drill runout or wobble Drill bit binds in workpiece Workpiece support loosens Possible Cause Solution Incorrect belt tension Adjust belt tension. Dry spindle Lubricate spindle. Loose spindle pulley or motor pulley Tighten set screws in pulleys. Incorrect speed Change speed. See Changing Speeds in the Adjustments section of this manual. Chips not coming out of hole Retract bit frequently to clear chips.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 in. DRILL PRESS DP102l • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers. • MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.