Table of Contents Technical data………………………………………………………………………………. 2 General safety rules………………………………………………………………………... 3 Specific safety rules for the drill press…………………………………………………… 5 Electrical information………………………………………………………………………. 6 Know your drill press………………………………………………………………………. 8 Assembly and adjustments……………………………………………………………….. 9 Operation……………………………………………………………………………………. 19 Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………… 24 Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………………..
General safety rules Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your drill press works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug in the drill press until the following steps have been read and understood. 1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s applications, limitations, and possible hazards. 2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS.
General safety rules (continued) 13. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to OFF. Do not leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop. 14. NEVER STAND ON A TOOL. Serious injury could result if the tool tips or is accidentally hit. DO NOT store anything above or near the tool. 15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant rubbersoled footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap, and other debris. 16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY.
Specific safety rules for the drill press WARNING: Do not operate the drill press until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions. 1. Never turn the drill press on until the table is clear of all foreign objects (tools, scraps, etc.). 2. Always keep hands and fingers away from the drill bit. 3. Do not drill materials that do not have a flat surface—unless a suitable support is used (clamp or vise). 4. Never start the drill press with the drill bit pressed against the workpiece.
Electrical information Grounding instructions IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
Electrical information (continued) WARNING: This drill press is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Guidelines for using extension cords Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Know your drill press Fig. 1 4214 A B Digital speed readout ON/OFF switch I J Column Rack Q R S Laser line ON/OFF switch LED worklight switch Extension wing with integrated rollers C Depth scale K Crank handle D Chuck L E Table M T Support lock handle F Feed handles N Table lock handle U Speed control handle G Housing cover screw O Bevel lock bolt V Power cord H Housing cover P Bevel scale Column support Base 8 WENPRODUCTS.
Assembly and adjustments Unpacking (Fig. 2) Unpack the drill press and all its parts, and compare against the list below. Do not discard the carton or any packaging until the drill press is completely assembled. To protect the drill press from moisture, a protective coating has been applied to the machined surfaces. Remove this coating with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene or WD-40®. Do not use acetone, gasoline, or lacquer thinner to clean. Apply a coat of good paste wax to the table and column.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) WARNING: If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug the drill press in until the missing or damaged part is repaired or replaced, and assembly is complete. The column assembly (column, column support, rack, rack collar, and table support bracket) must be attached to the base. The table and table support handles must be attached to the table support bracket. The motor housing must be attached to the column. Fig.
Assembly and adjustments Drill press head to column (Fig. 5) (continued) Fig. 5 1 CAUTION: The drill press head is heavy. To avoid injury, two people should lift it into position. 1. Carefully lift the drill press head assembly (1) and position it over the column (2). 2. Place the mounting opening (3) on the drill press head over the top of the column. Make sure the drill press head is seated properly on the column. 4 3.
Assembly and adjustments Mount the drill press (Fig. 8) The drill press must be securely fastened through the mounting holes (1) to a stand or workbench with heavyduty fasteners. This will prevent the drill press from tipping over, sliding, or walking during operation. (continued) 1 Fig. 8 IMPORTANT: If the stand or workbench has a tendency to move during operation, fasten the workbench securely to the floor. LED bulb (Fig. 9) Insert the LED bulb (1) into the socket (2) in the motor head assembly. Fig.
Assembly and adjustments Chuck adjustments (continued) Fig. 10 Install the chuck (Fig. 10) 1. Inspect and clean the taper hole in the chuck (1) and the spindle (2). Remove all grease, coatings, and particles from the chuck and spindle surfaces with a clean cloth. 2 4 4 2. Open the chuck jaws (3) by manually turning the chuck barrel clockwise. Make sure the jaws are completely recessed inside the chuck. 3. Insert the chuck arbor (4) into the opening at the top of the chuck (1). 1 1 3 5 4.
Assembly and adjustments Table adjustments (continued) Fig. 12 Raise or lower the table (Fig. 12) 1 1. Loosen the support lock handle (1) and turn the crank handle (2) until the table is at the desired height. 2. Tighten the support lock handle before drilling. Rotate the table (Fig. 12) 1. Loosen the support lock handle (1) and turn the table around the column to the desired position. Note: The rack should rotate around the column with the table support bracket.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) WARNING: To avoid injury, make sure the chuck key is removed from the chuck before starting any drilling operation. Install drill bits (Fig. 15) Fig. 15 1. Place the chuck key (1) into the side keyhole of the chuck (2), meshing the key with the gear teeth. 2. Turn the chuck key counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws (3). 3. Insert a drill bit (4) into the chuck far enough to obtain maximum gripping of the chuck jaws. 4.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) Laser line (Fig. 17 and 18) WARNING: Do not stare directly at the laser beam! A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam. Please observe all safety rules. • Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the workpiece. • Do not project the laser beam into the eyes of others.
Assembly and adjustments (continued) Spindle return spring (Fig. 19) Fig. 19 4 The spindle is equipped with an auto-return mechanism. The main components are a spring and a notched housing. The spring was properly adjusted at the factory and should not be readjusted unless absolutely necessary. 1. Unplug the drill press. 1 2 5 2. Place a screwdriver into the loop (1) to hold the spring in place. 3. Loosen the two housing nuts (2) approximately 1/4" (6 mm).
Assembly and adjustments (continued) WARNING: Disconnect the drill press from the power source before replacing the belt. Replace the belt (Fig. 21) Belt tension and drill press speed is controlled by automatic adjustments made to the diameter of the front spindle when the drive handle is moved. Fig. 21 1 Note: See page 23 for information on the variable speed function of this drill press. Remove the screw that secures the housing cover (1). Open the housing cover.
Operation Drill Press ON/OFF switch (Fig. 23) Fig. 23 1. To turn the drill press ON, insert the yellow safety key (1) into the switch housing (2). As a safety feature, the switch cannot be turned ON without the safety key. 2 2. Flip the switch (3) upward to the ON position. 3. To turn the drill press OFF, press the switch downward. 3 1 4. To lock the switch in the OFF position, remove the safety key (1) from the switch. Store the safety key in a safe place.
Operation (continued) General drilling guidelines WARNING: To prevent the workpiece and the backup material from slipping from your hand while drilling, position the workpiece and backup material to the left side of the column. If the workpiece and the backup material are not long enough to reach the column, clamp the workpiece and backup material to the table. Failure to do this could result in personal injury. Drill a hole 1.
Operation (continued) Drilling an unmeasured blind hole (not all the way through the workpiece) to a given depth can be done two ways: using the depth scale method or workpiece method. Fig. 26 1 2 Depth scale method (Fig. 26) 1. Make sure the 0 (" or mm) mark on the depth gauge rests at the top edge of the metal support (3) when the quill is fully retracted. 4 3 2. Put the workpiece on the table, and raise the table until the tip of the drill bit just touches the top of the workpiece.
Operation (continued) Drilling speeds Important factors when determining the best drilling speed: Material type Hole size Drill bit or cutter type Quality desired Smaller drill bits require greater speed than large drill bits. Softer materials require greater speed than harder materials. See page 23 for recommended speeds for the workpiece material. Drilling metal Use metal-piercing twist drill bits.
Operation (continued) Mechanical variable speed (Fig. 28) Fig. 28 This is a mechanical variable speed drill press. To increase or decrease the speed when operating, raise or lower the speed handle (1). 2 Use the following table to determine the recommended speed for the drill size you are using and the type of material you are to drill. While drilling, check the speed on the digital speed readout (2) located at the front of the drill press. 1 Warning: Do not change speed without turn on the machine.
Maintenance WARNING: For your safety, turn the switch off and remove the plug from the power supply before maintaining or lubricating the drill press. Vacuum sawdust or metal shavings that accumulates in and on the motor, pulley housing, table, and work surface. Apply a light coat of paste wax to the column and table to help keep these surfaces clean and rust- free. The ball bearings in the spindle and the V-belt pulley assembly are greased and permanently sealed.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Noisy operation 1. Incorrect belt tension. • Adjust the belt tension. See To replace the belt in Adjustments. Lubricate the spindle. See Maintenance. • Tighten the retaining nut on the pulley insert. • Tighten the set screw on the side of the motor pulley. 2. Dry spindle. 3. Loose spindle pulley. 4. Loose motor pulley. The drill bit burns or smokes. 1. Drilling at the incorrect speed. 2. The wood chips are not coming out of the hole. 3. Dull drill bit.
Troubleshooting 4214 (continued) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The workpiece splinters on the underside. 1. No backup material under the workpiece. • Always use a backup material. See Position the table and workpiece in Operation. The workpiece is slipping from your hand. 1. Not supported or clamped properly. • Support workpiece using extension wing or clamps. See Position the table and workpiece in Operation. Motor will not run. • Take to a qualified service technician. 1.
Replacement parts Service Information Now that you have purchased your bench top power tool, should a need ever exist for service, simply call Great Lakes Technologies, LLC Service Department at (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Replacement Parts Use only WEN® replacement parts. Use of any other parts may cause damage to your machine. When ordering replacement parts, please provide the model number, part number, and description.
Parts list Item# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 Part# 4214-001 4214-002 4214-003 4214-004 4214-005 4214-006 4214-007 4214-008 4214-009 4214-010 4214-011 4214-012 4214-013 4214-014 4214-015 4214-016 4214-017 4214-018 4214-019 4214-020 4214-021 4214-022 4214-023 4214-024 4214-025 4214-026 4214-027 4214-028 4214-029 4214-030 4214-031 4214-032 4214-033 4214-034 4214-035 4214-036 4214-037 4214-038 4214-039 4214-040 4214-
Parts list Item# 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 4214 (continued) Part# 4214-089 4214-090 4214-091 4214-092 4214-093 4214-094 4214-095 4214-096 4214-097 4214-098 4214-099 4214-100 4214-101 4214-102 4214-103 4214-104 4214-105 4214-106 4214-107 4214-108 4214-109 4214-110 4214-111 4214-112 4214-113 Description Switch Box Key Switch Light Switch Adjust Nut Washer Key Handle Seat Self-lock Nut Butter Spring Washer Foam Bushing Rubber Nut M5 Receiver Se
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