34” RADIAL BENCH

DRILL PRESS42289

ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2000

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Model_____________ Serial No.____________ Purchase Date_____________

SAVE THE RECEIPT, WARRANTY AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS. It is important that you read the entiremanual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you begin assembly.

Technical Specifications

Tool Name: 34" Radial Bench Drill PressItem Number: 42289Motor: 120V/60HZ, 3 Amps, Single Speed, 1720 RPMRadial Travel: 12"Spindle RPM: 620, 1100, 1720, 2340, 3100Spindle Taper: JT3Spindle Stroke: 3"Max. Spindle to Base: 17"Max. Spindle To Table: 12-3/16"Column Diameter and Length: 2.335" Diameter X 19-1/8" LengthChuck Taper: JT3Chuck Size: 5/8" with Auto Eject Chuck KeyWeight: 112 Lbs.Overall dimensions: 64-7/8" H x 33" LMounting Holes: 7/8"Quill Diameter: 1.575"

Warning: The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manualcannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It mustbe understood by the operator that COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION AREFACTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO THIS PRODUCT, BUTMUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR.

The Operator PLEASE REMEMBER:

Do not operate the product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions todetermine if your judgment/reflexes might be impaired.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.

Protective gloves and non-skid footwear is recommended.

Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.

Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles anddust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood and chemical dusts and mists.

Wear a full face shield if your are producing metal or wood filings.

Do not reach over or across running machines.

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The Operator (Cont’d)Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.

Do not abuse the power cord. Do not yank on cord to disconnect it from outlet. Keep the cord away from heat,oil and sharp edges.

Work Area

TO AVOID RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, FIRE AND SHOCK, MAKE SURE YOURWORK AREA IS:

Free of damp, wet or rainy conditions.

Free of children (never let them handle tools or machinery).

Well-lit.

Clean and uncluttered.

Before Operating

Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it willoperate properly and perform its intended function.

Before operating your Drill Press check for damaged parts.

Make certain that the power is OFF before plugging the tool in.

Make sure all clamps, locks and bolts are tight.

Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the machine work surfacebefore plugging it in.

Use grounded receptacle only for 120 Volt hook-up.

Give the Drill Press a test run. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates irregularly, turn it off, unplug it andhave the problem corrected by a qualified technician.

Make certain to turn off and unplug the Drill Press when doing any maintenance. The tool should always beturned off and unplugged when not in use.

Keep Guards in place and in working order.

Note: Performance of this tool may vary depending on variations in local line voltage. Extension Cord usagemay also affect tool performance.

Grounding/Voltage Warning

Common household current is 110-120 volts. As long as the outlet used with the tool is rated from 110-120Vthere will be no complications using it with household receptacles. Plug the tool into a 110-120V properlygrounded outlet protected by a 15-amp, dual element time delay or circuit breaker.

NEVER try to plug a 110-120V tool into a 220-240V circuit or serious complications and possible injury to theoperator may occur. The plugs have different shapes to prevent this.

This tool has a three-prong plug. The third (round) prong is the ground. Cutting off the ground will result in asafety hazard and void the warranty. #42289 Page 3

If the outlet you are planning to use is the two-prong type, do not remove or alter the grounding prong in anymanner. Use an adapter and always connect the grounding plug to a known grounding source. It isrecommended that you have a qualified electrician replace the two-prong outlet with a properly groundedthree- prong outlet.

Extension Cords

Your tool has a three-prong plug, therefore you must use a three-prong extension cord. Only use roundedjacket extension cords listed by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Improper use of extension cords maycause inefficient operation of your tool which can result in overheating. Be sure your extension cord is rated toallow sufficient current flow to the motor.

If you are using the tool outdoors, use an extension cord rated for outdoor use (signified by “WA” on the jacket).

The extension cord must have a minimum wire size depending on the amperage of the tool and the length of theextension cord. This size is determined by its AWG (American Wire Gauge) rating. The smaller the gauge, thegreater the cable’s capacity. The amount of cords used does not matter: Total length determines the minimumAWG rating. Every cord must meet the AWG rating. Use the chart below to determine what AWG rating isrequired for your situation. Cord length is rated in feet. Harbor Freight Tools can supply UL listed and outdoorrated cords in multiple AWG ratings if needed.

AWG RATING CHART

CORD LENGTH 25’ 50’ 75’ 100’ 125’ 150’ 175’ 200’

AMPS AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG

0-10.0 18 18 16 16 14 14 12 1210.1-13.0 16 16 14 14 14 12 12 1213.1-15 14 14 12 12 12 12 12 —-15-18 14 12 12 12 12 12 —- —-

DO NOT MODIFY YOUR PLUG IN ANY WAY. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CALL A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

Assembly

Your Drill Press and Stand will require assembly. When assembling and operating your Drill Press, it will behelpful to refer to each of the operational Figures as well as to the Parts List and Assembly Diagram on pages12 through 16. Lay out all parts onto a clear section of floor or workbench prior to assembly.

Mounting Surface: Ideally, the base should be bolted down prior to the assembly of other components. Themounting surface must be flat, level and capable of supporting the weight of the Drill combined with thematerials to be drilled. Mount the 34" Radial Bench Drill Press to the enclosed Stand.

Caution! Consider the weight of the components and take the necessary precautions when lifting. Assistancewill be required during assembly.

Stand

Step 1) Attach one Leg (part #24C) to each side of a Side Bar (part #26C). Insert one Bolt(part #23C) through each Leg (#24C) and through the Side Bar. Tighten theSide Bar into place at each end with a Nut (part #22C). Repeat for the other twoLegs (#24C).

Step 2) Attach one Side Panel (part #21C) to the top of the Legs (#24C) assembled in step 1.Make certain that the holes line up with the holes in the Legs. Insert two (2) Bolts (part #23C)through each Leg (#24C) and through the Side Panel (#21C) on both sides. Repeat for thesecond set of Legs.

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Step 3) Connect each set of Legs (#24C) by attaching a Front Bar (part #25C) across themiddle of the unsupported Legs. Insert one Bolt (#23C) at each end and tightenit into place with Nut (#22C). Repeat for the opposite set of Legs.

Step 4) Attach the Front Panel (part #27C) to the top of the Legs currently without a toppanel. Line up the holes in the Front Panel (#27C) with the holes in each Leg (#24C).Insert Bolt (#23C) through the holes and tighten on the Front Panel with Nut (#22C).Repeat for the last set of Legs.

Base-Column-Table

Step 1) Remove any protective sleeves from the Base (part #6C) and the Column (part #1C). With the Base (part #6C) on a flat level surface, place the Column Support (part #4C)on the Base making certain that the holes are aligned.

Step 2) Locate the four (4) 8mm x 20mm Hex Bolts (part #5C). Insert one (1) Bolt througheach hole in the Column Support (#4C) and through the Base (#6C). Firmlytighten all four (4) Bolts.

Step 3) Loosen the Screw (part #11C) in the Column Collar (part #19C) using the 3 mm Hexwrench supplied. Remove the Column Collar (#19C) and Rack (part #2C) from the column.

Step 4) Locate the Worm Elevation gear (part #18C). Insert the Worm-Elevation gear (#18C)into the Table Support (part #7C). Insert the Worm Elevation as far into the opening as ispossible.

Step 5) Locate the Crank (part #8C). The Crank (part #8C) is to be installed on the Worm Elevation(part #18C). You may need to loosen the Screw (#11C). Get the Crank as close as possibleto the Table Support (#7C) , and then tighten the Screw (#11C).

Step 6) As necessary, locate the Rack (part #2C) and with the smooth end of the Rack (#2C) pointingupward-see Figure 1. Slide it down through the opening in the Table Support (part #7C).Engage the Rack into the Gear Mechanism found on the inside opening of theTable Support.

Step 7) While holding the Rack (#2C) and the Table Support (#7C) together (as assembled in theprevious steps), slide the entire assembly down over the Column (#1C). Slide theRack down the Column until the Rack is touching the Column Support (part #4C)at the Base.

Step 8) Replace the Column Collar (part #19C), with the bevel side down, which wasremoved in Step 3. Tighten it with the Hex wrench used in Step 3 .

Note: Only tighten the Screw (#11C) enough to keep the Collar in place. Over tightening the Screwmay result in breaking of the Column Collar (#19C).

Rack (part #2C)

Crank (#8C)

Figure 1 - Rack

Column Collar (#19C)

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Step 9) Check the Column Collar for proper adjustment. The Column Collar should sitevenly on the Column (#1C).

Step 10) Locate the Table Clamp (part #13C) and insert it into the Table Support (#7C). Once inserted,tighten it by hand. Once this is done, rotate the Worm Elevation (#18C) clockwise with theCrank (part #8C). If necessary, loosen the Screw (#11C) in the Crank and reposition theCrank as close to the Table Support as possible. Tighten the Screw (#11C).

Head to Column

Step 1) Insert the Locking Shoe (part #15B) into place inside the bottom of the Guide Column(#18B) - see Figure 2.

Step 2) Insert the second Locking Shoe (Part #15B) into the Guide Column (part #18B)on the inside of the hole designated for the upper Clamping Lever (part #30B).

Step 3) With assistance, slide the Guide Column (part #18B) onto the Column (#1C) asshown in Figure 2. It may be necessary to loosen the Guide Pin (part #16B) as well as theClamping Levers (part #30B) slightly to ensure that they do not protrude internally, as this willprevent the Guide Column from sliding fully into position. Align the Guide Column (#18B) withthe Base (#6C) and firmly secure it into position with the Clamping Levers (#30B).

Step 2) If it is not in place, screw the Depth-Lock Screw (part #38B) into the Depth RingStop (part #37B) - see Figure 3.

Step 3) Screw the Hub (part #36B) into the Ring-Depth Stop (#37B). Screw all three (3)Feed Rods (part #35B) firmly into the Hub (#36B). Screw each of the three FeedKnobs (part #34B) onto the Feed Rods (#35B) - see Figure 3.

Table Support (7C)

Guide Column (18B)Clamping Lever (30B)

Locking Shoe (15B)

Figure 2 - Head to Column

Depth Lock Screw (38B)

Hub (36B)

Feed Rod (35B)Depth Ring Stop (37B)

Feed Knob (34B)

Figure 3 - Feed Rod Assembly

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Installing the Chuck

Step 1) Remove any grease and debris from the Spindle (part #15A) ) and the taperedbore of the Chuck (part #12A).

Step 2) Using hand pressure, press the Chuck (part #12A) up onto the Arbor (part #13A) with atwisting motion. Tap the Chuck (#12A) gently upward using a soft faced mallet. If desired,fine tune the alignment of the Chuck using a dial indicator. To do this, mount a dial indicatorfirmly onto the Table ( #20C). Place the dial indicator pointer in contact with the Chuck, andadjust the dial to zero. Slowly rotate the Chuck and center the pointer on the indicator. Tocenter the Chuck, carefully tap the Chuck with a mallet, upward and to the side as needed.Continue this process until you are satisfied with the adjustment.

Operation

Never force the tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. It is designed to do the job betterand more safely at the rate for which it was intended.

Settings and Adjustments

Before adjustments are made, ensure that the machine is SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED. Also makesure all locking handles and securing screws are fully tightened when adjustments are complete.

To Adjust the Head

Step 1) To adjust the Angle, loosen the right ClampingLever (#30B). Then pull out the Guide Pin (part #16B) andturn it 90 degrees so that it’s cross pin rests on top of theoutlet - see Figure 5.

Hub

CrankTable

Base

Chuck

Ring Depth Stop

On-Off Switch

Moving Bar

Clamping Lever

ClampingLever

TableClamp

Figure 4 - Operating Your Drill

Guide Pin

Figure 5 - Guide Pin

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Step 2) Align the mark on the Guide Column (#18B) with the Scale (part #33B).

Step 3) Once the Head is tilted to the desired angle, re-tighten the Clamping Lever.

Step 4) To move the Head (part #14B) back to its original position, loosen the Clamping Lever (#30B)and pull up the Guide Pin (#16B). Turn the Guide Pin until the cross pin slides back into theslot. Tighten the Clamping Lever (#30B).

Moving the Head Horizontally

Step 1) Loosen the left Clamping Lever (#30B) and rotate the Head 360 degreesto the desired position.

Step 2) Fasten the Clamping Lever (#30B)

Moving the Head Forward and Backward

Step 1) Loosen the right Clamping Lever (#30B). Turn the Moving Bar (part #32B), rotating it back andforth if necessary - see Figure 6. Place the head in the desired position and re-tighten theClamping Lever (#30B).

To ensure that the drill is entirely perpendicular to the table, insert a piece of straight round bar in the chuck,place a Square on the Table and bring it up to the round bar. Adjust the Table tilt if necessary so that the Tableis correctly aligned.

To Adjust the Table

The table is capable of being raised and lower by taking the following steps.

Step 1) Turning the Crank (part #8C) clockwise will elevate the Table (#20C); turning the Crankcounterclockwise will lower the Table. The Table Clamp (#13C) must be released beforeusing the Crank.

Step 2) You can tilt the Table by loosening the Hex Bolt (part #12C), tilting the table to thedesired position (up to 45 degrees) and re-tightening the Hex Bolt.

Setting the Drilling Depth

Located on the side of the Hub (#36B) is the Depth Stop Ring (part #37B) and the Depth Lock Screw(part #38B) This allows the depth of the hole to be set so that you may drill a series of holes each to thesame depth - see Figure 7.

Step 1) With the Depth Lock Screw loose, set the Scale on the Depth Stop Top Ring (part #37B) to thedepth of the hole desired.

Step 2) Tighten the Depth Lock Screw (#38B) until secure.The Drill is now set to drill holes to the desired depth.

Moving Bar (32B)

Figure 6 - Moving Head

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Changing the Pulley Speeds

The Drill Press has five (5) different pulley speeds at the following RPMs: 620, 1100, 1720, 2340 and 3100. Afull chart of belt arrangements for each drill speed is located on the inside of the Pulley Cover.

To change the speed of the Drill, you will need to move the belt to the appropriate pulleys. Hold the Knob (part#17A) and lift up on the Belt Guard (part #25A). Adjust the belt tension by manually moving the belt into theappropriate grooves on the pulleys which correspond to the speed desired. Consult the chart inside the pulleycover and position the belts on the pulleys according to the desired drill speed - see Figure 8.

Step 1) Turn the Thumb-Nut (part #28C) to loosen it and bring the Motor Pulley (#23) closer to the SpindlePulley (part #3A). This will allow the belt to be moved easily.

Cutting Speeds

The factors which determine the best speed to use in the drill press operation are:

1) Type of material to be drilled2) Size of hole3) Type of drill bit4) Quality of the hole or cut desired.

Generally, the SMALLER THE DRILL BIT the GREATER THE REQUIRED RPM. In soft material, the speedshould be higher than for hard metals. As a general guide, the drill speed for a given drill bit size is listed in thechart on the next page.

Figure 7 - Setting Drilling Depth

Depth Lock Screw

Motor PulleySpindle Pulley

Figure 8 - Changing the Pulley Speed

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Speed Range (RPM) 3100 2340 1720 1100 620Wood in. 3/8 5/8 7/8 1-1/4" 1-1/4"

mm 9.5 18 22 31.75 31.75Zinc Diecast in. 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 3/4

mm 6.4 9.5 12.5 19 19Alum. & Brass in. 7/32 11/32 15/32 11/16 11/16

mm 5.6 8.75 12 17.5 17.5Plastic in. 3/16 5/16 7/16 5/8 5/8

mm 4.8 7.9 11 16 16Cast Iron/Bronze in. 1/8 1/4 11/32 1/2 1/2

mm 3.2 6.4 8.75 12.5 12.5Mild Steel/Malleable in. 3/32 5/32 1/4 3/8 3/8

mm 2.4 4 6.4 9.5 9.5Cast Steel & Med Carbon in. 1/16 1/8 3/16 5/16 5/16

mm 1.6 3.2 4.8 7.9 7.9Stainless & Tool Steel in. 3/64 1/16 1/8 1/4 1/4

mm 1.2 1.6 3.2 6.4 6.4

Running the Drill Press

Step 1) Insert the drill into the jaws of the Chuck approximately 1", ensuring that the jaws do nottouch the flutes of the drill. Before tightening the Chuck, ensure that the drill is centeredwithin the jaws.

Step 2) Make certain that the Table height and position is set so that the drill travel range is sufficientfor the material to be drilled.

Step 3) Make certain that the work piece is securely clamped. It should be held in a drill vise orbolted to the Table. Never hold the material with your bare hands while drilling as this mayresult in severe personal injury.

Step 4) If the material is irregularly shaped and can not be laid flat on the table, it should be securelyblocked and clamped. Any tilting, twisting or shifting will result not only in a roughly drilledhole but also increases the chances of damage to the drill.

Step 5) FOR FLAT WORK, lay the workpiece onto a wooden base and clamp it down firmlyagainst the table to prevent it from turning.

Step 6) FOR SMALL MATERIALS that cannot be clamped to the table, use a drill pressvise. Made sure that the vise is clamped or bolted to the table.

Step 7) WHEN DRILLING COMPLETELY THROUGH WOOD, always position a piece ofscrap wood between the material and the table to prevent splintering on theunderside of the material as the drill breaks through. The scrap piece of woodmust make contact with the left side of the column. Also, set the depth of the drill so that thedrill will not come in contact with the table - or align the table so that the hole in its center is inline with the drill bit.

Step 8) Once the instructions above have been followed, make certain guards are inplace and turn the machine ON. The ON-OFF Lock Switch (part #1B) is turned ON andOFF as follows: The switch has a “snap-in” piece which is to be removed to lock the powerswitch. Make certain that this piece, when removed, is stored in a safe place. Insert the“snap-in” piece into the switch. To turn the machine ON, put your finger under the switch leverand push up. To turn the machine OFF, pull the lever down.

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After Operation-Maintenance

CLEANING: Regularly clean the work surface with a dry brush or clean cloth. Keep machinedparts of the press lightly greased. Always keep the motor and chuck clean. Prevent metal, wood, dust anddebris from accumulating in the Motor and Chuck areas.

If the jaws do not operate smoothly, have the chuck serviced by a qualified technician.

Lubrication: For average use, lubricate twice a year with a 20 to 30 weight household oil. Lubricate morefrequently with increased use.

STORAGE: Remove drill bits and store them in a safe place.

Child-proof the machine and work area. Make sure to use padlocks, master switches and remove the LockSwitch’s “snap-in” piece.

IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE, DO NOT OPERATE THE TOOL.

Troubleshooting

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Unpacking

UNPACK AND CHECK CONTENTS

When unpacking your 34" Radial Bench Drill Press check to make sure the following parts are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS at 1-800-444-3353.

Parts List - #42289A

Part # Description Part # Description1A V-belt M 58 15A Spindle2A Pulley Nut 16A Ball Bearing3A Spindle Pulley 17A Knob4A Insert Pulley 18A Screw M5 x 125A Ball Bearing 19A Screw M5 X 126A Retaining Ring 17mm 20A Cord Clamp7A Retaining Ring 11 mm 21A Screw M6 x 128A Ball Bearing 22A Lock Washer9A Rubber Washer 23A Motor Pulley10A Tube Quill 24A Screw M6 x 1011A Chuck Key 25A Belt Guard12A Chuck 26A Form Washer13A Arbor 27A Spacer14A Key Drift

Parts List - #42289-B

Part # Description Part # Description1B Lock Switch 21B Motor Mount2B Switch Cover 22B Motor3B Screw Pan Head 23B Nut M84B Switch Box 24B Washer5B Screw-Set Special 25B Cord - Motor6B Hex Nut 26B Washer7B Hex Nut M 12 27B Hex Screw M 8 x 208B Cap-spring 28B Thumb Nut9B Spring-Torsion 29B Power Cord10B Retainer-Spring 30B Clamping Lever11B Seat-spring 31B Horizontal Rack12B Pin-Roll 32B Moving Bar13B Socket Set Screw 33B Scale14B Head 34B Feed Knob15B Locking Shoe 35B Feed Rod16B Guide Pin 36B Hub17B Retaining Ring 37B Depth Stop Ring18B Guide Column 38B Depth Lock Screw19B Horizontal Tube 39B Pin-Stop20B Mount-Cover

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Parts List - #42289-C

Part # Description Part # Description1C Column 19C Column Collar2C Rack 20C Table4C Column Support 21C Side Panel5C Hex Bolt M8 x 20 22C Nut M66C Base 23C Bolt M6 x 167C Table Support 24C Leg8C Crank 25C Front Bar10C Pin Gear 26C Side Bar11C Screw M 6 x 20 27C Front Panel12C Hex Bolt M 12 x 22 28C Nut M813C Table Clamp 29C Washer 8 mm17C Gear-Helical 30C Bolt M 8 x 4018C Worm-Elevation

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THISMANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTORMAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHEIS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TOREPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOREXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BEUNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THEBUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THEORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HERINSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

All parts in this diagram correspond to parts listed with an “A” suffix.

Assembly Diagram - #42289-A

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Assembly Diagram - #42289-B

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Assembly Diagram - #42289-C

All parts in this diagram correspond to parts listed with an “C” suffix.

Wiring Diagram

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