Wilton A5818 - Manual (Page 7)

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Introduction
This manual includes operating and maintenance
instructions for the Wilton 15-Inch Vari-Speed Drill
Presses, Models A5816, A5818, A5836, and A5838.
This manual also includes parts listings and illustra-
tions of replaceable parts.
Refer to Figure 1 for key features of the drill press.
Figure 1: Drill Press Features
Set-up and Operation
Securing the Base
The base of the drill press has four mounting holes.
The drill press should be level and rest solidly on the
floor. Place shims under the four mounting holes in
the base as required to level the drill press.
Cleaning
Clean off any protective grease with solvent. After
cleaning, lubricate the base, table, and column with
a light coating of medium weight machine oil.
Repeat at six months intervals.
Internal parts of the drill press are lubricated at the
factory. No further lubrication is required at the time
of installation.
Electrical Connection
Refer to the Wiring Diagram section for wiring
information. Connection to electrical power should
be made by a qualified electrician. Observe local
electrical codes when connecting the machine.
The motor should be protected with a time delay
fuse or circuit breaker with a amperage rating
slightly higher than the full load current of the motor.
Operating Controls
(Refer to Figure 2)
ON/OFF Switch
The ON/OFF switch is located at the front of the drill
head.
Speed Control Handwheel
CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE SPEED
ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM, THE MOTOR MUST
BE OPERATING BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
ADJUST THE SPEED SETTING.
The speed control handwheel is located on the left
side of the drill head. An LED speed indicator is
provided on the face plate on the drill head.
Speed
setting
handwheel
On/Off
switch
Depth stop
Spindle
Work
table
Base
Rack
Head
locking
handle
Motor
Feed
handle
Column
Table
height
adjustment
LED Speed
Display