Page 2 - Warranty and Service; More Information
2 This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JDP-17MF Drill Press. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operating or...
Page 3 - WARNING
3 , WARNING Wear eye protection. Always keep guards in place and in proper operating condition. Do not operate the machine without the guards for any reason. Support workpiece adequately at all times during operation; maintain control of work at all times. This drill press is designed and intended f...
Page 5 - Grounding Instructions; This adapter is not applicable in Canada.
5 Grounding Instructions Caution: This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an el...
Page 6 - Disconnect the machine from the power source.
6 230 Volt Operation If 230V, single phase operation is desired, the following instructions must be followed: 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. This JET drill press is supplied with four motor leads that are connected for 115V operation, as shown in Figure A. Reconnect these four m...
Page 7 - On-Off Switch Padlock
7 On-Off Switch Padlock Model No. BP-1, Stock No. 709736 To safeguard your machine from unauthorized operation and to avoid accidental starting by young children, the use of a padlock is highly recommended. JET model BP-1 is available from your local authorized JET distributor or by calling WMH Tool...
Page 9 - Contents of the Shipping Container; Assembly; Tools Supplied for Assembly; Wrench; Read and understand all assembly
9 Contents of the Shipping Container 1. Head Assembly 1. Table 1. Column and Bracket Assembly 1. Base 1. Owner’s Manual 1. Warranty Registration Card 1. Chuck and Chuck Key 3. Downfeed Handle 1. Table Bracket Lock Handle 1. Table Bracket Raising Handle 4. M10 x 40 Hex Cap Bolts 1. Arbor 1. Drift Key...
Page 10 - With a 17mm wrench attach the column
10 Assembly 1. Place the base (A, Fig. 1) on a level floor. 2. With a 17mm wrench attach the column assembly (B, Fig. 1) to the base (A, Fig. 1) with four M10 x 40 hex cap bolts (C, Fig. 1). Tighten firmly. 3. Thread lock handle (D, Fig. 2) into the table bracket (E, Fig. 2). 4. Loosen the set screw...
Page 11 - Important; Removing the Chuck and Arbor; Unplug machine from the power source.
11 9. With the aid of a second person, carefully lift the head onto the column top. Caution: The head assembly is heavy! Use care when lifting onto the column! 10. Rotate head assembly until sides of the belt cover are parallel with the sides of the base. 11. Tighten two set screws (A, Fig. 4) with ...
Page 12 - Adjusting the Depth Stop; clockwise to the top of the depth stop.; Changing Spindle Speeds; each side of the head assembly.
12 Adjusting the Depth Stop To drill multiple holes at the same preset depth, use the depth stop: 1. Use a pencil to mark the depth the bit will drill into the workpiece (A, Fig. 7). 2. With the drill bit in the chuck, lower down feed handle to advance bit to your mark,see Figure 7. 3. With your oth...
Page 13 - Chart
Page 14 - Return Spring Adjustment; Do not; Work Light; Remove the alignment pin first and then; table to the desired angle.
14 Return Spring Adjustment The return spring is adjusted at the factory and should not need further adjustment. If adjustment is deemed necessary: 1. Unplug the machine from the power source. 2. Loosen two jam nuts (A, Fig. 9). Do not remove. 3. Firmly hold the coil spring cover (B, Fig. 9). 4. Pul...
Page 15 - Basic Operation; If the work piece is not large enough to come; Lubrication
15 Basic Operation • Always use a back-up piece of scrap wood to cover the table. This protects both the table and the drill bit. • Place material to be drilled in such as way as to come into contact with the left side of the column. This prevents the material from spinning. , WARNING! If the work p...
Page 16 - Troubleshooting; Trouble Probable
16 Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Drill press will not start. 1. Drill press unplugged from wall, or motor. 2. Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. 3. Cord damaged. 4. Starting capacitor bad. 1. Check all plug connections. 2. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker. 3. Replace cord....
Page 17 - Parts Breakdown for JDP-17MF
Page 18 - Parts List for JET JDP-17MF Drill Press; Description
18 Parts List for JET JDP-17MF Drill Press Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 1 ..........10600111 ...................... Base ..................................................................... .................................... 1 2A ........12909001A1 .................. Column and Holder...
Page 24 - WMH Tool Group
24 WMH Tool Group 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com