Craftsman 8 Press Manual

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FIG. 8
ADJUSTMENTS
7.DEPTH STOP: The depth stop and scale are
found on the left side of the on/off switch. To
adjust, lower the drill chuck until the pointer
shows your desired depth on the scale .
Loosen the lower nut on the threaded shaft
(FIG. 7, A) until it bottoms out on the head
casting (B). Tighten the upper nut against the
lower nut to retain the adjustment.
8. TABLE TILT:
 The drill press table will tilt
0-45 degrees left and right. To tilt, loosen the
nut located under the table (FIG. 8,...

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ADJUSTMENTS
    B. Loosen the motor lock knob (FIG. 12, A), 
         then move the motor (B) manually toward 
         the feed handle to take tension off of the    
         belt.
    C. Move the drive belt to the desired speed 
         position - refer to speed chart inside of the 
         belt cover.     
10.CHANGING SPINDLE SPEED: The 47747
Bench Drill Press has five spindle speeds.
To change;
    A.  Lift the cover with the handle to reveal the 
         motor and spindle pulleys, and drive...

OPERATION1. Installing A Drill Bit
See Fig. 1
4
A
.   With the switch “OFF”, open the chuck jaws (1) using the chuck key (2).        
 Turn the chuck key counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws (1).  
B
.     Insert the drill bit (3) into the chuck far enough to obtain maximum               gripping by the jaws, but not far enough to touch the spiral grooves  
       (flutes) of the drill bit when the jaws are tightened. 
C.   
 Make sure that the drill is centered in the chuck.  
D.     Turn the chuck...

OPERATIONCorrect Drilling Speeds
W
ARNING: Be sure drill press is turned off and is disconnected from power sours before adjusting speeds.
Use the recommended speed for the drill bit and workpiece.
The drill bits that can be used are shown in following figure:
Material
SOFTWOOD HARDWOOD ACRYLIC BRASS ALUMINUM STEEL
 TWIST DRILL BITS
 1/16-3/16″ (3-5mm) 3000 3000 2500 3000 3000 3000
 1/4-3/8″   (6-10mm) 3000 1500 2000 1200 2500 1000
 7/16-5/8″ (11-16mm) 1500 750 1500 750 1500 600
 11/16-1″ (11-25mm) 750...

15MAINTENANCE
WIRING DIAGRAM
This machine must be grounded. Replacement of the power supply cable sho\
uld only 
 be done by a qualified electrician. See page 5 for additional electrical information.
1. Before each use:
-  Check the power cord and plug for any wear or 
damage.
-  Check for any loose screws or hardware.
-  Check the area to make sure it is clear of any 
misplaced tools, lumber, cleaning supplies, etc. 
that could hamper the safe operation of the drill 
press.
2. To avoid a build-up of...

TROUBLESHOOTING
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FIG. 18
THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH 
MUST BE IN THE 'OFF' POSITION UNTIL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE.
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
1. Correct the overload condition
2. Increase supply wire size or eliminate
using an extension cord
3. Adjust belt tension
4. Have voltage checked by an electrician
and corrected, if necessary
5. Test motor to fix or replace
1. Power line is overloaded
2. Undersize wires in supply system
3. Drive belt tension is too high
4....

17NOTES
Use this section to record maintenance, service and any calls to Technical Support: 

PARTS DIAGRAM
18Craftsman 8-inch Drill Press 124.47747To purchase replacement parts call 1-888-331-4569 or
visit www.searspartsdirect.com 

19PARTS LIST
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V-belt
Motor pulley
Set screw
Power cord
Set screw
Spindle pulley
Pulley cap
Belt house knob
Belt house
Flat washer
Nut
Hex nut
Cord clamp
Retaining ring
Sleeve
Retaining ring
Ball bearing
Flat washer
Pan head screw
Pan head screw
Flat washer
Rubber washer
Bushing
Hex...

20WARRANTY
CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this product is warranted against defects in material or 
workmanship. 
WITH PROOF OF SALE a defective product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to receive free repair or replacement, visit the web page: 
www.craftsman.com/warranty
This warranty does not cover the bits, which are expendable parts that can wear out from 
normal use within the warranty period. 
This warranty is void if this product is ever...