Sunex Tools 5000A - Operation; Maintenance

5000A 7 rev. 11/04/13
Operation
1. InstallingDrillBits
Insert drill into chuck jaws about 1” (25mm). When using a small drill do not insert it so far that the jaws touch the
arbor of the drill. Make sure that the drill is centered in the chuck before tightening the chuck with the key. The key
is spring loaded so that it has to be removed before starting the drill press.
2. Drilling
Use clamps to hold the work when drilling. The work should never be held in the bare hand. The lips of the drill may
seize the work at any time, especially when breaking through the stock. If the piece is whirled out of the operator’s
hand, injury may occur. Also, the drill will be broken when the work strikes the column.The work must be clamped
firmly while drilling. Any tilting, twisting or shifting results not only in a rough hole, but also increases drill break-
age. For flat work, lay the piece on a wooden base and clamp it firmly down against the table to prevent it from
turning.
UsingVise
For smaller workpieces that cannot be clamped to the table, use a drill press vise (not included). The vise must be
clamped or bolted to the table.
PositioningWorkpiece
Always place a piece of wood (or plywood) on the table. This will prevent “splintering” or making heavy burrs on
the underside of the workpiece as the drill breaks through. The wood must contact the left side of the column.
MorseTaperDrillBits
To use Morse taper bits, remove chuck and taper. To remove taper and chuck adjust stationary depth to 3” (74mm)
(see depth instructions). Turn spindle manually, lining up spindle and quill key hole. Place the wedged end of the
cotter in the quill key hole and lightly tap until the arbor and chuck fall out. Place tapered bit into the spindle hole,
twist and push upwards until bit is snug. Place a block of wood on the table and crank up table until the tapered
bit is firmly into the spindle.
RoundOutTolerance
For drilling operations requiring close tolerances, place drill blank in the chuck and check round out with a dial
Maintenance
Frequently blow out any dust that may accumulate inside the motor.
A coat of automobile-type wax applied to the table and column will help to keep the surfaces clean.
If the power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.
Lubrication
All of the ball bearings are packed with grease at the factory. They require no further lubrication
Periodically lubricate the gear and rack table elevation mechanism, the splines (grooves) in the spindle, and the rack
(teeth on the quill).