Sealey GDM1630FR - Manual (Page 5)

9. TROUBLESHOOTING
8.1. Clean the drill after each use. A coat of automobile-type wax applied to the table and column will help to keep the surfaces clean.
8.2. Blow out any dust that may have accumulated in the motor.
8.3. Periodically lubricate the table elevation rack/gear/worm mechanism.
8. MAINTENANCE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Excessive noise 1. Incorrect belt tension
2. Spindle is dry
3. Pulley is loose
4. Bearing damaged
1. Adjust tension
2. Disassemble spindle/quill and lubricate
3. Tighten pulley
4. Replace the bearing
Excessive drill wobble 1. Chuck is loose
2. Bearing or spindle shaft is worn
3. Chuck is worn
1. Refit the chuck (see 5.1.11)
2. Replace worn part
3. Replace the chuck
Drill binds in the workpiece 1. Feed pressure is wrong
2. Belt is loose
3. Drill bit is loose
4. Speed is too fast
1. Apply less pressure
2. Adjust tension
3. Tighten the chuck jaws with the key
4. Change the speed
Drill burns or smokes 1. Speed is too fast
2. Chips are not discharging
3. Drill bit is dull
4. Lubrication needed
5. Feed pressure is wrong
1. Change the speed
2. Clean the drill bit
3. Use a new bit
4. Lubricate while drilling
5. Apply less pressure
Table is difficult to raise 1. Lubrication is needed
2. Rack is bent
1. Lubricate with light oil
2. Straighten the rack
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Original Language Version GDM790BR, GDM1630 Issue: 4 - 23/03/10