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Baileigh DP-1250VS-HS Drill Press

1. General Info

Purpose:
Designed for high-speed, variable-speed drilling in metal and compatible materials. Ideal for industrial fabrication, maintenance, and precision drilling tasks. Features include digital RPM readout, MT3/MT4 spindle taper, and adjustable table height.

Baileigh DP-1250VS-HS Drill Press User's Manual

Key Components:

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  • Control Panel – Houses power switch, RPM controls, and digital readout.

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  • Emergency Stop Button – Instantly halts machine operation.

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  •  Drill Head – Contains motor, spindle, and gear selector.

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  •  Table – Adjustable height; supports workpiece.

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  •  Column & Gear Rack – Supports vertical movement of table and head.

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  •  Chuck & Spindle – Accepts tooling; MT3/MT4 taper.

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  •  Coolant System – Optional pump for cooling during cutting.

2. Safety

Quick Safety Precautions

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  • Wear Eye Protection – Safety glasses required; hearing protection recommended.

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  • Keep Hands Clear – Avoid contact with rotating tooling.

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  • Secure Workpiece – Clamp securely to prevent movement.

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  • Avoid Loose Clothing – Tie back hair; remove jewelry.

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  • Disconnect Power for Maintenance – Unplug before servicing.

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  • Never Leave Running Machine Unattended – Wait for full stop before walking away.

Safety Checklist

Pre-Operation

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  • Inspect machine for damage or wear.

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  • Clear and light work area.

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  • Check tooling condition and secure installation.

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  • Wear proper PPE: glasses, hearing protection recommended.

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  • Remove tools/wrenches from table and chuck area.

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  • Verify emergency stop and guard switch functionality.
    • Setup & Use

- Secure material with clamps.

- Adjust table height and lock in place.

- Select appropriate RPM range before starting.

- Use correct tooling for drilling or tapping.

3. Operation Procedure

1. Preparation

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  • Select and install appropriate drill bit or tapping tool.

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  • Adjust table height and position for workpiece.

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  • Lock table and head securely.

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  • Use a sacrificial board if drilling through work piece. Do not drill into Drill Press tables.
  • Secure work piece to table using vice, angle vice, clamps, fixture or other working holding. All work pieces should be secured to the table.
  • Set spindle speed using gear selector and digital RPM control. To Find RPM 3.82 x SFM / Diameter of drill.
2. Starting the Drill Press

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  • Stand clear of rotating components.

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  • Turn on power and allow spindle to reach full speed.

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  • Monitor RPM readout for correct speed range.
3. Drilling

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  • Lower spindle using feed handle in manual or auto mode.

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  • Apply steady pressure; do not force the tool.

    -Use Peck Drilling as necessary.

  • Retract spindle after completing hole.
4. After Operation

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  • Wait for spindle to stop completely.

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  • Turn off power and disconnect if performing maintenance.

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  • Clean table and remove chips or debris.

4. Maintenance Schedule

Weekly

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  • Clean drill press surfaces and remove metal chips.

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  • Inspect tooling and chuck for wear.

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  • Check guard and limit switch operation.
Monthly

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  • Lubricate feed handles and gear rack.

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  • Inspect spindle taper and chuck alignment.

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  • Verify RPM control and digital readout accuracy.
Quarterly

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  • Deep clean motor housing and electrical enclosure.

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  • Inspect belt and gear selector mechanism.

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  • Review user manual for updates and perform full inspection.