Craftex CX614 User manual
MODEL CX614
14" DRILL PRESS
USER MANUAL
Version 1.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Safety Instructions PAGE 3
Specific Safety Instructions PAGE 4
Features PAGE 5
Physical Features PAGE 6
Proper Grounding PAGE 7
SetUp PAGE8
Unpacking PAGE 8
ASSEMBLY
BasetoColumn PAGE9
TabletoColumn PAGE9
Drill Press Head to Column PAGE 10
Feed Handle PAGE 10
PulleyCover PAGE11
Installing the Arbor and Chuck PAGE 11
Removing the Chuck PAGE 11
Mounting the Drill Press PAGE 11
ADJUSTMENTS
Changing Spindle Speeds PAGE 12
Table Adjustments PAGE 12
Drilling Depth PAGE 13
Spindle Return Spring PAGE 13
OPERATION
Drilling Speeds PAGE 14
Metalworking PAGE14
Woodworking PAGE 14
Feeding PAGE 14
Laser Operation PAGE 15
MAINTENANCE PAGE16
Parts Diagram PAGE 17
PartsList PAGE18
Warranty PAGE20
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR MACHINES
Extreme caution should be used when operating all power tools. Know your power
tool, be familiar with its operation, read through the user manual, and practice safe
usage procedures at all times.
ALWAYS read and understand the
user manual before operating the
machine.
CONNECT your machine ONLY to the
matched and specific power source.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses
respirators, hearing protection and
safety shoes, when operating your
machine.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or
jewelry when operating your machine.
Wear protective hair covering.
A SAFE ENVIRONMENT is
important. Keep the area free of dust,
dirt and other debris in the immediate
vicinity of your machine.
BE ALERT! DO NOT use prescription
or other drugs that may affect your
ability or judgment to safely use your
machine.
DISCONNECT the power source when
changing drill bits, hollow chisels,
router bits, shaper heads, blades,
knives or making other adjustments or
repairs.
NEVER leave a tool unattended while it
is in operation.
NEVER allow unsupervised or untrained
person to operate the machine.
NEVER reach over the table when the
tool is in operation.
ALWAYS keep blades, knives and bits
sharpened and properly aligned.
ALL OPERATIONS MUST BE
performed with the guards in place to
ensure safety.
ALWAYS use push sticks and feather
boards to safely feed your work through
the machine.
ALWAYS make sure that any tools used
for adjustments are removed before
operating the machine.
ALWAYS keep bystanders safely away
while the machine is in operation.
NEVER attempt to remove jammed
cutoff pieces until the blade has come to
a full stop.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND the user
manual before operating the CX614.
ALWAYS WEAR safety glasses for
the protection of your eyes while
operating this machine.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Loose
clothing, gloves neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry may get
caught in moving parts of the machine.
Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Do not wear gloves
and keep your fingers and hair away
from rotating parts.
KEEP GUARDS in place. Safe guards
must be kept in place and in working
order. Do not operate the drill press
unless the chuck guard is in its
position, guarding the chuck.
MAKE SURE the work-piece is
properly clamped to the table before
operating the machine. Never hold the
work-piece by hand when using the
mill.
MAKE SURE the cutting tool is sharp,
not damaged and properly secured in
the chuck before you start the
machine.
NEVER turn the power ON with the
cutting tool contacting the work-piece.
SELECT THE PROPER SPINDLE
SPEED for the type of work and material
you are cutting. Let the spindle reach to
its full speed before beginning a cut.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. Always
use the machine at the rate for which it
is designed. Do not force the machine
doing a job for which it is not designed.
NEVER LEAVE the machine
unattended while it is running.
ALWAYS turn off the power before
removing scrap pieces and cleaning the
machine.
SHOULD ANY PART of your tool be
missing, damaged or fail in any way,
shut off the machine immediately and
remove the plug from power source.
Replace any damaged or missing parts
before resuming operation.
MAKE SURE before installing and
removing any parts, servicing, cleaning
or making any adjustments, the switch is
in the “OFF” position and the cord is un-
plugged from the power source.
BEFORE OPERATING your dill press
make sure you have read and
understood all the safety instructions in
the manual and you are familiar with
your machine. If you fail to do so,
serious injury could occur.
CX614 – 14" DRILL PRESS
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
The safety instructions given above can not be complete because the environment in
every shop is different. Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual
working conditions.
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MODEL CX614 – 14" DRILL PRESS
As part of the growing line of Craftex metalworking equipment, we are proud to offer the
CX614, a 14" Drill Press. By following the instructions and procedures laid out in this user
manual, you will receive years of excellent service and satisfaction. The CX614 is a
professional tool and like all power tools, proper care and safety procedures should be
adhered to.
Motor..............................................3/4 HP
Size ................................................14"
Chuck .............................................5/8"
Spindle ...........................................MT2
Spindle Travel.................................3-1/2"
Quill................................................66mm
Table Size.......................................11-1/4" x 11-1/4"
Speeds ...........................................12
Height.............................................64"
Weight (Approx)..............................67 Kg
Carton Size.....................................20" x 10" x 56"
Warranty.........................................3 Years
CX614 – 14" Drill Press
FEATURES
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CX614 - 14" DRILL PRESS
PHYSICAL FEATURES
Belt Cover
ON/OFF
Switch
Drill Chuck
Work Table
Table Lock
Lever
Base
Table Height
Crank Handle
Column
Feed Handle
3/4 HP
Motor
Mounting
Holes
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PROPER GROUNDING
Grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock.
CX614 is for use on a normal 110 volt
circuit. Make sure that the machine is
connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. If an adaptor plug
is used, it must be attached to the metal
screw of the receptacle. To prevent
electrical hazards, have a qualified
electrician ensure that the line is properly
wired.
The drill press should be wired with a plug
having 3 prongs to fit a 3 prong grounded
receptacle as shown in figure-1. Do not
remove the grounding prong to fit it into a 2
pronged outlet.
Figure-1 110-Volts outlet for CX614
It is strongly recommended not to use
extension cords with your CX614. Always
try to position your machine close to the
power source so that you do not need to
use extension cords.
If you really find it necessary to use an
extension cord, make sure the extension
cord does not exceed 50-feet in length and
the cord is 14-gauge to prevent motor
damage.
WARNING!
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded.
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SETUP
Before setting up your machine you should
read and understand the instructions given
in this manual.
The unpainted surfaces of this machine are
coated with a rust preventive waxy oil and
you will want to remove this before starting
assembly. Use a solvent cleaner that will
not damage painted surfaces.
UNPACKING
To ensure safe transportation this machine
is properly packaged and shipped
completely in a crate. When unpacking,
carefully inspect the crate and ensure that
nothing has been damaged during transit.
While doing inventory, if you can not find
any part, check if the part is already
installed on the machine. Some of the parts
come assembled with the machine for the
shipping purposes.
WARNING!
CX614 is a heavy machine, do not over-
exert yourself. Use a fork truck or get the
help of an assistant for safe moving.
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ASSEMBLY
BASE TO COLUMN
Select the base and the drill press column
from the loose parts. Select the four M10 -
1.5 x 25 hex bolts from the parts bag. Align
the holes of the post flange to the threaded
holes in the base. Insert the bolts and
tighten securely.
TABLE TO COLUMN
Remove the ring (3) by loosening the set-
screw (4).
Remove the rack (5) from the column.
Check that the worm gear (8) is properly
seated inside the table bracket (7) and it
comes in contact with the gears. The
handle shaft (9) should extend out of the
housing by about 1”.
Insert the rack (5) into the geared groove
(6) of the table bracket (7). The table
bracket should sit at the center section of
the rack.
Slip the table bracket and rack (1) carefully
onto the column (2). Insert the bottom of the
rack into the slot (3) at the base of the
column.
Hold the bracket and rack against the
column and slip the rack ring (4) onto the
column.
The rack (1) fits under the rack ring (4).
Make sure there is enough clearance
between the rack and the ring to allow the
table to rotate around the column.
Tighten the set-screw (5) to hold the ring in
position.
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Attach the elevation handle by tightening
the set-screw (2)
Thread the column lock into the table
bracket (1).
Rotate the table and position it directly over
and in line with the base.
DRILL PRESS HEAD
TO COLUMN
Lift the drill press head carefully and
position it above the column. NOTE: this
will require the help of a second person.
The column fits into the drill press mounting
hole. Make certain the mounting hole is
properly seated on the column. Line the drill
press head up with the table and base and
then tighten the two set-screws using the
supplied hex wrench.
FEED HANDLE
Fit the one-piece cast-iron feed handle onto
the shaft.
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