Delta 17-990X - Manual

You can have your drill press converted to 230 voltoperation. A qualified electrician must perform this conversion. Shouldyou desire to have your drill press converted for 230 voltoperation, take your drill press to your local AuthorizedDelta Service Center. You can call 800-223-7278 for thelocation...

7 EXTENSION CORDS Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. When usingan extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry ...

9 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE 1. Attach the column (A) Fig. 3 to the base (B) usingthe four M10x40mm hex head screws (C), three ofwhich are shown. Loosely thread the locking lever(D) into the table mounting bracket (E). Loosen theset screw (D) with the supplied 3mm wrench...

13 LOCKING SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use, using a padlock (C) Fig. 28 with a 3/16" diameter shackle. In the event of a power outage, always lock switch in “OFF” position until ...

1. Insert the bit into the chuck. 2. Lower the chuck (C) Fig. 34, and the drill bit to your chosendepth by rotating the pinion shaft handles (D). Lock the quill inposition by tightening the quill locking lever (E). NOTE: The quill locking lever (E) is spring-loaded. Change it by pulling out on the h...

15 ADJUSTING THE SPINDLE RETURN SPRING The spindle will automatically return slowly to its upper position when the handle is released. The spindle return springwas properly adjusted at the factory. However, to adjust, if necessary: 1. Loosen the nuts (B) and (E) Fig. 37, but do not remove. Makesure ...

16 Fig. 39 A B D C NOTE: Use drill bits with a shank of 1/2" or less in diameter. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE . 1. Insert the smooth end of drill bit (A) Fig. 39 in the chuck (B) as far as it will go, and then back the bit out 1/16" (or up to the flutes for small bits). 2. Center th...

17 MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING For assistance with your machine, visit our website at www.deltamachinery.com for a list of service centers or call the DELTA Machinery help line at 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582). LUBRICATION Oil the variable speed pulleys and the speed range shifter m...

18 PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a networkof Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta quality pro...

19 Two Year Limited New Product Warranty Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any new Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessorywhich in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the productprepaid to a Delt...

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