Ryobi bench drill press manual

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. Page 9: Glossary Of Terms Non-Through Cuts Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the workpiece. Pilot Hole drill presses A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide for drilling large holes accurately. Push Blocks and Push Sticks Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade during cutting operations.

Table Size Table Movement Page Tools Needed Five different spindle speeds allow you to drill a wide variety of material including wood, plastic, and metal. VISE Use the vise to secure the workpiece to the table when drilling. Place it on a level work surface. NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.

Remove the column collar and gear rack from the column and set aside. Chuck should be fully opened to avoid damaging jaws. Page 16 If the drill press is to be used in a permanent location, secure it to a workbench or other stable surface.

If the drill press is to be used as a portable tool, fasten it permanently to a mounting board that can easily be clamped to a workbench or other stable surface.

The drill press is equipped with a power switch that has a built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and others. Page Installing And Removing Bits Open or close the chuck jaws to a point where the open- ing is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use.

Page Drilling Tips This will automatically raise the chuck and bit. Your hole will be more accurately positioned, rounder, and the bits will last longer.

The drill press is equipped with a tilting table that allows you to drill angled holes. To tilt the table: n Loosen the large hex bolt located underneath the table. Page 22 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 drill- DRIVE ing operation.

Page Maintenance After using the drill press, clean it completely and lubricate all sliding and moving parts. Apply a light coat of automotive- type paste wax to the table and column to help keep the surfaces clean. Page Troubleshooting Speeds in the Adjustments section of this manual.

Retract bit frequently to clear chips. Sharpen or replace bit. Feed fast enough; allow drill to cut. Lubricate bit for metal work. Replace bit. Install bit properly. This Bench Drill Press is designed for light consumer use.

It is NOT designed for trade or industrial use and is not. Your new drill has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease.

Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble free. If you use your drill properly. Thank you again for buying Ryobi tools. Table of Contents. Previous Page. Next Page. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble free performance. Normal Service Centre for repair. When servicing, use only identical sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

Read the instruction manual before operating the Use recommended speed for drill bit size and bench drill. Safety Glasses should be worn.

Keep belt guard in place while machine is in operation.