Jet JDP-15M Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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15TroubleshootingTrouble Probable Cause RemedyDrill press will notstart.Drill press unplugged from wall, ormotor. Check all plug connections.Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.Cord damaged. Replace cord.Starting capacitor bad. Replace starting capacitor.Drill press does notcome up to speed.Extension cord too light or too long. Replace with adequate size andlength cord.Low current. Contact a qualified electrician.Drill Press vibratesexcessively.Stand on uneven surface. Adjust stand so that it rests evenly onthe floor.Bad belt(s). Replace belts.Noisy Operation.Incorrect belt tension. Adjust belt tension. See theChanging Spindle Speeds section.Dry spindle. Lubricate spindle. See theLubrication section.Loose spindle pulley. Check tightness of retaining nut onpulley, and tighten if necessary.Loose motor pulley. Tighten setscrews in pulleys.Workpiece Burns.Incorrect Speed. Change to appropriate speed; see theChanging Spindle Speeds section.Chips not clearing from hole or bit. Retract drill bit frequently to removechips.Dull drill bit. Resharpen, or replace drill bit.Feeding too slowly. Increase feed rate.Drill bit wanders.Bit sharpened incorrectly. Resharpen bit correctly.Bent drill bit. Replace drill bit.Bit, or chuck not installed properly. Reinstall the chuck, or bit properly.Wood splinters on theunderside. No backing board used. Place a scrap board underneath theworkpiece to prevent splintering.Drill bit binds inworkpiece.Workpiece pinching the bit. Support or clamp workpiece.Excessive feed rate. Decrease feed rate.Chuck jaws not tight. Tighten chuck jaws.Improper belt tension. Adjust belt tension. See the ChangingSpindle Speeds section.