WEN 4205 8 inch Drill Press with Laser - Manual (Page 12)

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Assembly and adjustments (continued)
Install the chuck
(Fig. 6)
1. Inspect and clean the taper hole in the chuck (1) and the spindle (2). Remove all grease,
coatings, and particles from the chuck and spindle surfaces with a clean cloth.
2. Open the chuck jaws (3) by turning the chuck barrel clockwise by hand. Make sure the jaws are
completely recessed inside the chuck.
3. Seat the chuck on the spindle by placing a block of wood (4) under the chuck (1) and tapping
the wood with a hammer (5) or tap the chuck with a rubber mallet.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the chuck, make sure the jaws are completely recessed into the
chuck. Do not use a metal hammer directly to drive the chuck into the spindle.
Remove the chuck (Fig. 7)
1. Turn the feed handles (1) to lower the chuck (2) to the lowest position.
2. Place a ball joint separator (not shown) above the chuck (3) and tap it lightly with a hammer (4)
to cause the chuck to drop from the spindle.
Note: To avoid possible damage, be prepared to catch the chuck as it falls.