WEN 4212 Use and Care Manual
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1. Screw M5x6 Washer 4212 029 4212 030 32 4212 032 Depth scale hub Lae m EE e 34 36 37 4212 033 Shaft 4212 035 Hub 7 r Woe EE seer oe 4212 039 Screw M8x8 4212 040 Buckling ring 38 39 0 i 0 46 Retaining plate Screw M8x12 Keep roller 4212 066 Belt cover 4212 067 Screw M6x8 4212 068 Foam washer o o ero sew Cable terminals 72 ScrewM8x20 Washer 74 Washer Retaining plate Keep roller s1 83 Spring rivet Parts list continued 86 4212086 Steve o 20 Piney 99 21209 Speed tae 59 21209 Spring cover o0 A2200 Serew MRT 96 ao s 4212 24 WENPRODUCTS COM Exploded view 4212 25 WENPRODUCTS COM Two years limited warranty O WEN is committed to building tools that are dependable for years Our warranties are consistent with our commitment and dedication to quality TWO 2 YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES LLC Seller warrants to the original purchaser only that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two 2 years from date of purchase Ninety 90 days for all WEN Products if the tool is used for professional or commercial use SELLER S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Two 2 Years Limited Warranty and to the extent permitted by law any warranty or condition implied by law shall be the repair or2. 15 Move the spindle to the lowest downward position and hold in place Try to make the spindle revolve around its axis while also moving it with a side motion If there is too much play proceed as follows 1 Loosen the lock nut 5 2 Without obstructing the upward and downward motion of the spindle turn the screw 6 clockwise to eliminate the play Note A little bit of play is normal 3 Tighten the lock nut 5 Drilling depth Fig 16 1 To stop the drill at a specific depth for consistent and repetitive drilling loosen the depth scale lock 1 located on the depth scale hub 2 2 Turn the hub until the pointer 3 is aligned to the desired depth on the scale 3 Tighten the depth scale lock 1 The chuck will stop after traveling downward to the distance selected Note All the necessary adjustments for the working of your drill press have been done at the factory Please do not modify them However because of normal wear and tear of your tool some readjustments might be necessary 4212 15 WENPRODUCTS COM Operation Drill Press ON OFF switch Fig 17 1 To turn the drill press ON insert the yellow safety key 1 into the switch housing As a safety feature the switch cannot be turned ON without the safety key 2 Flip the switch 2 upward to the ON position To turn the drill press OFF press the switch downward To lock the switch in the OFF position remove the safety key 1 from the
3. ls w 6 nu e o o o a o a aa S o Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 A time delayed fuse Before connecting the motor to the power line make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor 4h WARNING This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock 4212 7 WENPRODUCTS COM K now vour drill ress 4212 Fig 1 Wo N A nA BW Nel Speed control handle Support lock handle Table Base ON OFF Switch Safety key Digital speed readout Chuck 9 Feed handle 10 Column 11 Rack 12 Crank handle 13 Housing cover screw 14 Laser ON OFF switch 8 WENPRODUCTS COM Assembly and adjustments Unpacking Unpack the drill press and all its parts and compare against the list below Do not discard the carton or any packaging until the drill press is completely assembled To protect the drill press from moisture a protective coating has been applied to the machined surfaces Remove this coating with a soft
4. IN THE U S PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS BENCH POWER TOOLS OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT AND PNEUMATIC TOOLS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES CONTACT WEN CUSTOMER SUPPORT For questions comments technical assistance or repair parts Please Call Toll Free at 1 800 232 1195 M F 8am 5pm CST SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM 4212 26 WENPRODUCTS COM 4212 21 WENPRODUCTS COM
5. place the mounting hole of the drill press head onto the top of the column 2 Make sure the head is seated properly on the column 2 Align the direction of the drill press head to the direction of the base and the table 3 Tighten the two set screws 3 using an Allen wrench Feed handles Fig 7 1 Insert the three feed handles 1 into the threaded openings on the feed hub 2 2 Manually tighten handles into openings Note When using the drill press one or two of the feed handles may be removed if an unusually shaped workpiece interferes with handle rotation 4212 11 WENPRODUCTS COM Assembly and adjustments continued Speed handle Fig 8 1 Insert the feed handle 1 into the threaded opening on the speed hub 2 2 Manually tighten handle into opening Warning Do not change speed without turn on the machine Mount the drill press Fig 9 The drill press must be securely fastened through the mounting holes 1 to a stand or workbench with heavy duty fasteners This will prevent the drill press from tipping over sliding or walking during operation IMPORTANT If the stand or workbench has a tendency to move during operation fasten the workbench securely to the floor Chuck adjustments Install the chuck Fig 10 1 Inspect and clean the taper hole in the chuck 1 and the spindle Remove all grease coatings and particles from the chuck and spindle surfaces with a clean cloth 2 O
6. switch Store the safety key in a safe place Position the table and workpiece Always place a piece of backup material wood plywood etc on the table underneath the workpiece 2 This will prevent splintering on the underside of the workpiece as the drill bit breaks through To keep the material from spinning out of control it must contact the left side of the column or be clamped to the table General drilling guidelines A WARNING To prevent the workpiece and the backup material from slipping from your hand while drilling position the workpiece and backup material to the left side of the column If the workpiece and the backup material are not long enough to reach the column clamp the workpiece and backup material to the table Failure to do this could result in personal injury Drill a hole 1 Mark where you want to drill in workpiece by using a center punch or a sharp nail or turn ON Laser Line to mark drilling point 2 Before turning ON the drill press turn the feed handles to bring the drill bit down Line the drill bit tip up with the mark Clamp the workpiece in place 3 Turn ON the drill press and pull down on the feed handles with appropriate force needed to allow the drill bit to drill material Note Feeding too slowly might cause the drill bit to turn in the chuck Feeding too rapidly might stop the motor cause the belt to slip force the workpiece loose or break the drill bit Practice with scrap materi
7. OPERATOR S MANUAL 10 Variable Speed Drill Press with Laser Crosshair Model 4212 IMPORTANT Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN s high standards for depend ability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation Warnings and Cautions If you use your tool properly and only for what it is intended you will enjoy years of safe reliable service Have product questions or need technical support Please feel free to contact us WenProducts com Table of Contents Tecnicas cationes aro ocaso 2 General safety tul o ias 3 Specilto Salcky roles tor Ne AnD anea A EAA 5 Electrical OOO ii REA AA SA 6 KNOW your dll pres did did 8 Assembly and UM A da 9 ODETA O O E O A A 16 NMAartenadcS nd SO iaa 17 Troubles hool Ni erener A Mauna E 20 REPLACEMENT AAA 22 o A bas naaac anode sec eanis tae tio te cabana Maca woaceue passa men ateae ae does aaa tonantece torent 23 EXPO ios 25 TWO years MECA WII it aid 26 Technical data 10 Variable Speed Drill Press Model 4212 Motor 120 V 60 Hz 3 1 A Speed 530 3100 RPM no load Chuck capacity 1 2 Stroke 2 5 16 Capacity 5 chuck to column 19 1 2 chuck to base Laser module Class II Laser wavelength 660 nm Laser output 1 mW Overall height 33 3 4 Table size 7 5 8x7 1 2 Table tilt O to 45 left and
8. al to get the feel of the machine before attempting to do any drilling operation 4212 16 WENPRODUCTS COM Operation continued Drilling speeds Important factors when determining the best drilling speed Material type Hole size Drill bit or cutter type Quality desired Smaller drill bits require greater speed than large drill bits Softer materials require greater speed than harder materials See page 23 for recommended speeds for the workpiece material Drilling metal Use metal piercing twist drill bits It is always necessary to lubricate the tip of the drill with oil to prevent overheating the drill bit All metal workpieces should be clamped down securely Any tilting twisting or shifting causes a rough drill hole and increases the potential of drill bit breakage Never hold a metal workpiece with your bare hands The cutting edge of the drill bit may seize the workpiece and throw it causing serious injury The drill bit will break if the metal piece suddenly hits the column If the metal is flat clamp a piece of wood under it to prevent turning If it cannot be laid flat on the table then it should be blocked and clamped Drilling wood Brad point bits are preferred Metal piercing twist bits may be used on wood Do not use auger bits Auger bits turn so rapidly that they can lift the workpiece off of the table and whirl it around Always protect the drill bit by positioning the table so that the drill bit
9. cloth moistened with kerosene or WD 40 Do not use acetone gasoline or lacquer thinner to clean Apply a coat of good paste wax to the table and column Wipe all parts with a clean dry cloth Head motor assembly Hex head bolts 4 Column assembly and table bracket Table crank handle Table Hex keys 2 Worm shaft Feed and speed handles 4 Base AA batteries 2 Chuck arbor Chuck and key Table lock handles 4212 9 WENPRODUCTS COM Assembly and adjustments continued A WARNING If any part is missing or damaged do not plug the drill press in until the missing or damaged part is repaired or replaced and assembly is complete The column assembly column column support rack rack collar and table support bracket must be attached to the base The table and table support handles must be attached to the table support bracket The motor housing must be attached to the column Tools needed for assembly e Adjustable wrench e Screwdriver e Hammer and block of wood Base to column Fig 2 1 Set the base 1 on the floor 2 Place the column tube 2 on the base 1 align the column support holes with the base holes 3 Install a bolt 3 in each column support hole and tighten with the wrench Table to column Fig 3 5 1 Loosen set screw 2 in rack collar 1 and remove the collar 2 Remove the rack 3 from the column 4 3 Insert worm shaft 5 into the hole of the table support crank handle 6 from in
10. eds to be adjusted a Using a 3 mm hex key turn the laser adjustment set screws 4 counterclockwise b Rotate the laser light housing 5 until the two laser lines intersect where the drill meets the workpiece DO NOT stare directly at the laser lines 5 Re tighten the adjustment set screws 4 4212 14 WENPRODUCTS COM Assembly and adjustments continued Spindle return spring Fig 15 The spindle is equipped with an auto return mechanism The main components are a spring and a notched housing The spring was properly adjusted at the factory and should not be readjusted unless absolutely necessary 1 Unplug the drill press 2 Place a screwdriver into the loop 1 to hold the spring in place 3 Loosen the two housing nuts 3 approximately 1 4 6 mm Do not remove the nuts from the threaded shaft Do not allow the spring or spring housing to slip out of control 4 While firmly holding the spring housing 4 carefully pull the spring housing out until it clears the raised notch 2 5 Turn the housing so that the next notch is engaged with the raised notch 2 e To increase the spindle return tension turn the spring housing counter clockwise e To decrease the tension turn the spring housing clockwise 6 Tighten the two housing nuts Do not overtighten the two nuts If the nuts are tightened too much the movement of the spindle and feed handles will become sluggish Angular play of the spindle Fig
11. ghten the support lock before drilling Tilt the table Fig 12 1 Loosen the bevel lock bolt under table with a suitable socket wrench 2 Tilt the table to the desired angle using the bevel scale 1 as a basic guide Re tighten the bevel lock bolt 4 To return the table to its original horizontal position loosen the bevel lock bolt Realign the table to the 0 setting on the bevel scale Tighten the bevel lock bolt with the wrench 4212 13 WENPRODUCTS COM Assembly and adjustments continued Laser batteries Fig 13 1 Turn off the laser 2 Press the tab 1 located below the laser switch 2 and lift up the laser switch cover 3 3 Insert 2 AA batteries in the laser battery compartment 4 Close the laser switch cover Laser line Fig 14 WARNING Do not stare directly at the laser beam A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam Please observe all safety rules e Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the workpiece e Do not project the laser beam into the eyes of others e Always make sure the laser beam is aimed at a workpiece that does not possess reflective surfaces as the laser beam could be projected into your eyes or the eyes of others Place a workpiece on the table Turn the laser switch to the ON position Lower the drill bit to meet the workpiece The two laser lines should cross where the drill meets the workpiece 4 If the laser ne
12. installed The workpiece is pinching the bit Excessive feed pressure Spring has improper tension Dirt grease or oil on the tapered surface on the spindle or in the chuck 20 REMEDY e Adjust the belt tension See To replace the belt in Adjustments Lubricate the spindle See Maintenance e Tighten the retaining nut on the pulley insert e Tighten the set screw on the side of the motor pulley e Change the speed See Variable speed in Operation e Retract the drill bit frequently to clear the chips e Resharpen or replace the drill bit e Feed fast enough to cut the workpiece See To drill a hole in Operation e Lubricate the drill bit with cutting oil or motor oil e Replace the drill bit e Reinstall the bit See To install drill bits in Adjustments e Replace bearings Take to a qualified service technician e Resharpen the drill bit correctly or replace with the appropriate type e Reinstall the chuck See To install the chuck in Assembly e Support or clamp the workpiece See Position the table and workpiece in Operation e Feed more slowly See Feeding the drill bit in Operation e Adjust the spring tension See Spindle return spring in Adjustments e Clean the tapered surface of both the chuck and the spindle with a household detergent See To install the chuck in Assembly WENPRODUCTS COM Troubleshooting continued The workpiece splinters on the underside The wo
13. ll ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use dust collection systems whenever possible 9 ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electrical outlet when making adjustments changing parts cleaning or working on the tool 10 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER 11 AVOID ACCIDENTAL START UPS Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord 12 REMOVE ADJUSTMENT TOOLS Always make sure all adjustment tools are removed from the drill press before turning it on 4212 3 WENPRODUCTS COM General safety rules continued 13 NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED Turn the power switch to OFF Do not leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop 14 NEVER STAND ON A TOOL Serious injury could result if the tool tips or is accidentally hit DO NOT store anything above or near the tool 15 DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Wear oil resistant rubber soled footwear Keep the floor clear of oil scrap and other debris 16 MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories 17 CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Check for alignment of moving parts jamming breakage improper mounting or any other conditions that may affect the tool s operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use 18 MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF Use pad
14. lling into the table 10 Always stop the drill before removing scrap pieces from the table 11 Use clamps or a vise to secure a workpiece to the table This will prevent the workpiece from rotating with the drill bit 12 Do not wear gloves when operating a drill press 13 Set the drill press to the speed that is appropriate for the material being drilled 14 Should any part of the drill press be missing damaged or any electrical component fail to perform properly shut the power OFF and unplug the drill press Replace missing damaged or failed parts before resuming operation 15 Before leaving the machine shut the power off remove the drill bit and clean the table 4212 5 WENPRODUCTS COM Electrical information Grounding instructions IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool 1s equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED If it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a licensed electrician IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment gr
15. locks and master switches and ALWAYS remove starter keys 19 DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication that could affect your ability to use the tool properly 20 USE SAFETY GOGGLES AT ALL TIMES that comply with ANSI Z87 1 PM YOUR Normal safety glasses only have impact resistant lenses and are not designed for SAFETY GOGGLES safety Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty environment Use ear protection such as plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation P FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT 4212 4 WENPRODUCTS COM Specific safety rules for the drill press A WARNING Do not operate the drill press until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions 1 Never turn the drill press on until the table is clear of all foreign objects tools scraps etc 2 Always keep hands and fingers away from the drill bit 3 Do not drill materials that do not have a flat surface unless a suitable support is used clamp or vise 4 Never start the drill press with the drill bit pressed against the workpiece 5 Make sure the table lock is tightened before starting the drill press 6 Never layout assemble or set up any work on the table while the drill 1s on 7 Make sure drill bit is securely locked in the chuck 8 Make sure chuck key is removed from the chuck before turning power on 9 Adjust the table or depth stop to avoid dri
16. ounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal CHECK with a licensed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure if the tool is properly grounded USE ONLY THREE WIRE EXTENSION CORDS that have 3 pronged plugs and outlets that accept the tool s plug as shown in Fig A Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately 1 3 pronged plug 2 Properly grounded outlet 3 Grounding prong CAUTION In all cases make certain the outlet in question is properly grounded If you are not sure if it is have a licensed electrician check the outlet 4212 6 WENPRODUCTS COM Electrical information continued Guidelines for using extension cords Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating The table below shows the correct size to be used according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords AWG when using 120 V only Total lengthy of cord in feet Geter More than Not more than 25 7 6 50 15 100 30 4 150 45 7 0 6
17. pen the chuck jaws by manually turning the chuck barrel clockwise Make sure the jaws are completely recessed inside the chuck 3 Insert the chuck arbor 2 into the opening at the top of the chuck 1 Seat the chuck and chuck arbor on the spindle by placing a block of wood not included under the chuck 1 and tapping the wood with a hammer not included or tap the chuck with a rubber mallet not included CAUTION To avoid damaging the chuck make sure the jaws are completely recessed into the chuck Do not use a metal hammer to drive the chuck into the spindle Remove the chuck 1 Turn the feed handles to lower the chuck to the lowest position 2 Place a ball joint separator above the chuck and tap it lightly with a hammer to cause the chuck to drop from the spindle Note To avoid possible damage be prepared to catch the chuck as it falls 4212 12 WENPRODUCTS COM Assembly and adjustments continued Table adjustments Raise or lower the table Fig 11 1 Loosen the support lock handle 1 and turn the crank handle 2 until the table is at the desired height 2 Tighten the support lock handle 1 before drilling Rotate the table Fig 11 1 Loosen the support lock handle 1 and turn the table around the column to the desired position Note The rack should rotate around the column with the table support bracket If the rack binds and will not rotate slightly loosen the set screw in the rack collar 2 Ti
18. replacement of parts without charge which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused carelessly handled or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Center To make a claim under this Limited Warranty you must return the entire power tool product transportation prepaid to Great Lakes Technologies LLC 1675 Holmes Road Elgin IL 60123 Include a legible copy of the original receipt which lists the date of purchase month and year and the name of the company purchased from THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY ACCESSORY ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE TOOL SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES OTHER RELATED ITEMS OR TO ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS LISTED UNDER MAINTENANCE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO 2 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE U S AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT SOME STATES IN THE U S AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE
19. right Weight 55 lb 4212 2 WENPRODUCTS COM General safety rules Safety is a combination of common sense staying alert and knowing how your drill press works SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury do not plug in the drill press until the following steps have been read and understood 1 READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual LEARN the tool s applications limitations and possible hazards 2 AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS Do not use power tools in wet or damp areas or expose them to rain Keep work areas well lit 3 DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases 4 ALWAYS keep your work area clean uncluttered and well lit DO NOT work on floor surfaces that are slippery 5 KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE from the work area especially when the tool is operating NEVER allow children or pets near the tool 6 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job that it was not designed to do 7 DRESS FOR SAFETY Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry rings watches etc when operating the tool Inappropriate clothing and items can get caught in moving parts and draw you in ALWAYS wear non slip footwear and tie back long hair 8 WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK as the drilling operation produces dust A WARNING Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health Always operate this tool in a we
20. rkpiece is slipping from your hand Motor will not run Motor will not start and fuses or circuit breakers blow Motor fails to reach full power Motor stalls No backup material under the workpiece Not supported or clamped properly Defective or broken switch 2 Defective or damaged power cord Open circuit loose connections or burned out motor Blown fuse or circuit breaker Low voltage Short circuit in motor or power cord Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers Overloaded circuit 2 Improper extension cord Short circuit in motor 2 Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers Overloaded circuit Low voltage 21 e Always use a backup material See Position the table and workpiece in Operation e Support workpiece using extension wing or clamps See Position the table and workpiece in Operation e Take to a qualified service technician e Take to a qualified service technician e Take to a qualified service technician e Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Turn off other machines on the same circuit e Check the power line for the proper voltage Use another circuit or have a qualified electrician upgrade the service e Take to a qualified service technician e Replace with correct fuse or circuit breaker for the circuit e Turn off other machines and retry e Replace with proper size extension cord See Electrical information e Take
21. side the table support The worm shaft 5 should extend outside the housing about 1 25 mm 4 Insert the rack 3 into the geared groove of the table support 6 Make sure the worm shaft 5 on the inside of the table support is engaged with the teeth of the rack The table support should sit at the center of the rack 5 Slide the table support and rack assembly 3 5 and 6 down together onto the column Insert the bottom edge of the rack into the lip 7 of the column support Hold in this position until step 6 is completed 6 Place the collar 1 bevel side down over the rack Tighten the set screw 2 with the 3 mm Allen wrench to hold the rack in position Fig 3 4212 10 WENPRODUCTS COM Assembly and adjustments continued Note Make sure there 1s enough clearance to allow the table to rotate around the column The collar must sit loosely over rack and not angled on the column To avoid column or collar damage only tighten the set screw enough to keep collar in place Fig 3 7 Insert the table support crank handle 9 into the worm gear shaft on the side of the table support 8 Make sure the set screw 10 is aligned on the flat of the shaft and as close to the table support as possible Tighten the set screw Fig 7 8 Position the table in the same direction as the base and tighten the column lock handle 11 Drill press head to column Fig 6 1 Lift the drill press head assembly 1 carefully and
22. to a qualified service technician e Replace with correct fuse or circuit breaker for the circuit e Turn off other machines and retry e Check the power line for the proper voltage Use another circuit or have a qualified electrician upgrade the service WENPRODUCTS COM Replacement parts Service Information Now that you have purchased your bench top power tool should a need ever exist for service simply call Great Lakes Technologies LLC Service Department at 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit Replacement Parts Use only WEN replacement parts Use of any other parts may cause damage to your machine When ordering replacement parts please provide the model number part number and description 4212 22 WENPRODUCTS COM Parts list Stock 1 2 3 4 5 Column Rack 4212 001 4212 002 NES 4212 003 Column support 4212 004 4212 005 Base Screw M8x20 NN 4212 006 Crank handle 7 4212 007 Pin MEN 4212 008 Screw M12x25 4212 009 Table 4212 010 Table support SUN 4212 011 Lock handle 11 l l l l l l 4212 012 Gear wheel pee ee aa 4 7 EEES MEC Cola 16 212016 Beans 7 feon Sne MEME hack 2 1 2 3 5 6 9 0 1 2 293 4212 023 4212 024 4212 025 Screw Screw Speed readout DEZE EME Swick 27 4212 027 Screw M5x14 28 4212 028 Switching box 25 26 21 28 29 l 32
23. will enter the center hole when drilling through the workpiece To prevent splintering feed drill bit slowly when the bit 1s about to cut through to the backside of the workpiece To reduce splintering and protect the point of the bit use scrap wood as a backing or a base block under the workpiece Feeding the drill bit 4212 Pull down on the feed handles with only enough force to allow the drill bit to cut Feeding too rapidly might stall the motor cause the belt to slip damage the workpiece or break the drill bit Feeding too slowly will cause the drill bit to heat up and burn the workpiece 17 WENPRODUCTS COM Operation continued Mechanical variable speed Fig 18 This is a mechanical variable speed drill press To increase or decrease the speed when operating raise or lower the speed handle 1 Use the following table to determine the recommended speed for the drill size you are using and the type of material you are to drill While drilling check the speed on the digital speed readout 2 located at the front of the drill press Warning Do not change speed without turn on the machine Recommended speed for drill bit size and materials WOOD ALUMINUM ZINC BRASS Drill bit size Drill bit size inches inches 2000 3100 1400 2000 1000 1400 800 1000 530 800 4212 18 IRON STEEL Drill bit size mm inches mm WENPRODUCTS COM Maintenance A WARNING For your safety turn the s
24. witch off and remove the plug from the power supply before maintaining or lubricating the drill press Vacuum sawdust or metal shavings that accumulates in and on the motor pulley housing table and work surface Apply a light coat of paste wax to the column and table to help keep these surfaces clean and rust free The ball bearings in the spindle and the V belt pulley assembly are greased and permanently sealed Pull the spindle down and oil the spindle sleeve moderately every three months Lubricate the table bracket and locking knobs if they become difficult to use CAUTION All servicing of the drill press should be performed by a qualified service technician 4212 19 WENPRODUCTS COM Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Incorrect belt tension Noisy operation The drill bit burns or smokes Excessive drill run out or wobble drilled hole is not round Drill bit binds in the workpiece Spindle returns too slowly or too quickly Chuck falls off spindle 4212 Dry spindle Loose spindle pulley Loose motor pulley Drilling at the incorrect speed The wood chips are not coming out of the hole Dull drill bit Feeding the workpiece too slowly Not lubricated Bent drill bit 2 Bit improperly installed in the chuck Worn spindle bearings Lengths of cutting flutes or angles not appropriate for the hardness of the wood grain Chuck not properly
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