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Model W1680 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/22)
SE
RV
IC
E
3...
Put on thick leather gloves and hold spring cover
against side of headstock, so cover stays splined with
locking lug, and loosen jam nut and cover nut
approximately
1
⁄
4
" (6.4mm) (see
Figure
44
).
Figure.44.
Return spring adjustment
components.
Cover Nut
Jam Nut
Locking Lug
2...
Wipe off any oil on spring lock cover so it will not slip
in fingers when you hold cover from spinning (see
Figure.43
).
Tensioning.Feed.Shaft.
Return.Spring
The feed shaft return spring is adjusted at the factory;
however, during the life of the drill press you may want
to adjust the feed shaft return spring to a stronger
return pressure.
Tools.Needed.
Qty
Safety Glasses ...............................................1 Pr.
Shop Rags ............................................ As Needed
Heavy Leather Gloves ......................................1 Pr.
Open-End Wrenches 18mm ....................................2
Figure.43.
Location of spring lock cover.
Spring Lock
Cover
If return spring should
come loose from spring
cap and rapidly unwind,
laceration or impact inju-
ry could occur. Always
wear heavy leather gloves
and safety glasses when
adjusting return spring
tension.
To.tension.feed.shaft.return.spring,.do.these.steps:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!