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Harbor Freight Tools 60238 manual

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    Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 T able of Contents Safety ......................................................... 2 Specifications ............................................. 6 Setup .......................................................... 6 Operation .................................................... [...]

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    Page 3 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 T able A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOL T) NAMEPLA TE AMPERES (at full load) EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25′ 50′ 100′ 150′ 0 – 6 18 16 16 14 6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12 10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12 12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use. 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION COR[...]

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    Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 Grounding Instructions TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEA TH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS: 1 10-120 V~ Grounded T ools: T ools with Three Prong Plugs 1. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least r[...]

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    Page 5 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 1 1. Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines. 12. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight T ools for a replacement. 13. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work [...]

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    Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 Specifications Electrical Rating 120V~ / 60Hz / 2.4A Spindle Speeds 760, 1 150, 1630, 2180, 3070 RPM 5 Speeds T able T ilt 45º left and right Swing 8" Spindle Stroke 2" Spindle T aper B16 Chuck Capacity 1/16″ - 1/2″ (13mm) Worklight Bulb Size E14 base, 120V , 15W [...]

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    Page 7 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 T able Support 1. Loosen the Pivot Lever (51). 2. Slide the T able Support (52) over the Column (8). 3. T ighten the Pivot Lever to secure the T able Support in place. Column (8) T able Support (52) Pivot Lever (51) Figure B: Installing T able Support Headstock and Feed Handles [...]

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    Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. T ool Set Up TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM ACCIDENT AL OPERA TION: T urn the Power S[...]

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    Page 9 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 Changing Drill Speed Before changing the speeds, make sure the machine is switched OFF and UNPLUGGED. 1. Open the pulley cover . 2. Loosen the Motor T ension Knob (10) on the Headstock (42), and move the Motor (14) towards the Headstock to relieve tension on the Belt (59). Motor[...]

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    Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 W orkpiece and Work Area Set Up 1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury . 2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard [...]

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    Page 1 1 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 General Operating Instructions 1. Bring the drill bit down with the Feed Knob to where the hole is to be drilled. Make minor workpiece alignment adjustments. 2. Plug the Power Cord into an electrical outlet. 3. T urn the Drill Press on. 4. Pull down on the Feed Knob and slowly[...]

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    Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM ACCIDENT AL OPERA TION: T urn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before [...]

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    Page 13 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 T roubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions T ool will not start. 1. Cord not connected. 2. No power at outlet. 3. T ool’ s thermal reset breaker tripped (if equipped). 4. Internal damage or wear . (Carbon brushes or switch, for example.) 1. Check that cord is p[...]

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    Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 Record Product’ s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number , record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only , and are not available individually as replacement parts. Part Description Qty 1 Base[...]

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    Page 15 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 60238 Assembly Diagram 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 12 3 17 18 21 25 24 27 26 28 29 23 22 30 31 20 35 19 37 27 36 41 40 39 39 38 34 43 44 45 46 47 48 57 39 39 58 24 59 60 61 63 64 64 63 65 66 67 68 66 70 69 35 71 72 51 52 53 54 55 56 15 62 50 49 33 33 32 5 42 73 SAFETY OPERA TIO[...]

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    Limited 90 Day W arranty Harbor Freight T ools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due direc[...]