Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Radial Arm Drill Press

Models: J-1230R, J-1230R-4

WMH TOOL GROUP, Inc.

427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 30786 Part No. M-320036
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision A 02/09
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 Table of Contents
Cover Page .......................................................................................................................... 1
General Specifications .......................................................................................................... 4
Operating Precautions .......................................................................................................... 5
Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................ 7
Lubrication and Coolant ...................................................................................................... 13
Machine Set-up ................................................................................................................... 14
Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................................... 16
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................. 17

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 General specifications
The JET Model J-1230R is a powerful and
versatile radial arm drill press. The drill head is
mounted on an arm and can move along the arm to
position the spindle over the work piece. The arm,
itself, can be rotated on its support column to allow
centering the spindle over the work piece.
Drilling can be performed manually or with
power assistance. In addition, parameters of RPM,
power feed rate and drilling depth can be pre-set by
the operator, using controls conveniently positioned
on the drill head, to allow any hole to be drilled using
power feed.
A precision machined box table is delivered with
the Model J-1230R to allow convenient positioning and
clamping of smaller work pieces. The box table may
be removed from the base to allow larger workpieces
to be positioned and clamped on the precision
machined base, itself.

Model Number Stock Number

J-1230R 320036
J-1230R-4 320037

Machining capacities
Drilling Tapping Boring
Steel 2 1/8 in. (53mm) 1 1/8 in. (28mm) 3 3/8 in. (84mm)
Cast iron 2 1/2 in. (63mm) 1 3/4 in. (44mm) 4 3/4 in. (119mm)

Overall dimensions and specifications

Column diameter 11 13/16 in. (295mm)
Column to spindle center distance, max. 46 in. (1150mm)
Column to spindle center distance, min. 13 3/8 in. (334mm)
Spindle travel along arm, total 35 in. (875mm)
Base surface to spindle end, max. (no tooling) 54 in. (1350.0mm)
Base surface to spindle end, min. (no tooling) 19 3/8 in. (484mm)
4 Quill (spindle) travel 9 7/8 in. (247mm)
Arm movement range on support column 34 5/8 in. (866mm)
Box table dimensions 27 7/8 x 20 1/2 x 16 1/2 in.
(697x513x413mm)
Base dimension 67 3/4 x 25 15/16 x 6 1/2 in.
(1694x648x163mm)
Spindle taper Morse #4
Spindle speeds, RPM 45-1550
Feed rates (distance/revolution) 0.002, 0.004, 0.006 in/rev
(0.005, 0.010, 0.030 mm/rev)
Main motor HP 5
Arm raising motor HP 1
Clamping motor 1
Coolant pump motor HP 1/8
Machine height (floor to max.) 109 1/2 in. (2,738mm)
Net weight (approx) 4,620 lb. (2,100 kg)
- Misuse of this machine can cause serious injury. -Always shut off the machine when not in use.
- For safety, machine must be set up, used and When servicing machine:
serviced properly. -Always unplug machine from electrical power while
- Read, understand and follow instructions in the servicing.
operator’s and parts manual which was shipped with -Always follow instructions in operators and parts
your machine. manual when changing accessory tools or parts.
When setting up machine: -Never modify the machine without consulting JET
- Always avoid using machine in damp or poorly Corporation.
lighted work areas. You — the stationary power tool user — hold the key
- Always be sure machine is securely anchored to to safety.
the floor. Read and follow these simple rules for best results
- Always keep machine guards in place. and full benefits from your machine. Used properly,
- Always put start switch in “OFF” position before JET ’s machinery is among the best in design and
plugging in machine. safety. However, any machine used improperly can
When using machine: be rendered inefficient and unsafe. It is absolutely
-Never operate with machine guards missing. mandatory that those who use our products be
-Always wear safety glasses with side shields (See properly trained in how to use them correctly. They
ANSI Z87.1) should read and understand the Operators and Parts
-Never wear loose clothing or jewelry. Manual as well as all labels affixed to the machine.
-Never overreach — you may slip and fall into the Failure in following all of these warnings can cause
machine. serious injuries.
-Never leave machine running while you are away
from it.

Machinery general safety warnings

1. Always wear protective eye wear when
operating machinery. Eye wear shall be impact 7. Never leave the machine running while
resistant, protective safety glasses with side shields unattended. Machine shall be shut off whenever it is
which comply with ANSI Z87.1 specifications. Use of not in operation.
eye wear which does not comply with ANSI Z87.1 8. Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
specifications could result in severe injury from Whenever changing accessories or general mainte-
breakage of eye protection. nance is done on the machine, electrical power to the
2. Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing or machine must be disconnected before work is done.
jewelry which can get caught in moving parts. 9. Maintain all machine tools with care. Follow 5
Rubber soled footwear is recommended for best all maintenance instructions for lubricating and the
footing. changing of accessories. No attempt shall be made
3. Do not overreach. Failure to maintain to modify or have makeshift repairs done to the
proper working position can cause you to fall into the machine. This not only voids the warranty but also
machine or cause your clothing to get caught — renders the machine unsafe.
pulling you into the machine. 10. Machinery must be anchored to the floor.
4. Keep guards in place and in proper working 11. Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold
order. Do not operate the machine with guards work, when practical. It is safer than using your
removed. hands and it frees both hands to operate the ma-
5. Avoid dangerous working environments. Do chine.
not use stationary machine tools in wet or damp 12. Never brush away chips while the machine
locations. Keep work areas clean and well lit. is in operation.
Special electrics should be used when working on 13. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas
flammable materials. invite accidents.
6. Avoid accidental starts by being sure the start 14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
switch is “OFF” before plugging in the machine. before turning machine on.
15. Use the right tool. Don’t force a tool or
 attachment to do a job it was not designed for. from the work area. Make workshop completely safe
16. Use only recommended accessories and by using padlocks, master switches, or by removing
follow manufacturers instructions pertaining to them. starter keys.
17. Keep hands in sight and clear of all moving 19. Know the tool you are using — its applica-
parts and cutting surfaces. tion, limitations, and potential hazards.
18. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance

General Electrical Cautions Wire sizes

This machine should be grounded in accor- Caution: for circuits which are far away from
dance with the National Electrical Code and local the electrical service box, the wire size must be
codes and ordinances. This work should be done by increased in order to deliver ample voltage to the
a qualified electrician. The machine should be motor. To minimize power losses and to prevent
grounded to protect the user from electrical shock. motor overheating and burnout, the use of wire sizes
for branch circuits or electrical extension cords
according to the following table is recommended:
Conductor length AWG (American wire gauge) number
240 volt lines 120 volt lines
0-50 feet No. 14 No. 14
50-100 feet No. 14 No. 12
Over 100 feet No. 12 No. 8

Safety instructions on drill presses

1. All work shall be secured using either clamps fingers around, on, or below any rotating cutting
or a vise to the drill press table. It is unsafe to use tools. Leather safety gloves should be used when
your hands to hold any workpiece being drilled. handling any sharp objects or cutting tools. See
2. Drill press head and table shall be securely Figure A.
locked to the column before operating the drill press. 6. Always wear protective eye wear when
This must always be checked prior to starting the operating, servicing or adjusting machinery.
machine. Eyewear shall be impact resistant, protective safety
3. Always use the correct tooling. Tooling shall glasses with side shields complying with ANSI Z87.1
always be maintained and properly sharpened. All specifications. Use of eye wear which does not
tooling must be run at the proper speeds and feeds comply with ANSI Z87.1 specifications could result in
as they apply to the job. Use only recommended severe injury from breakage of eye protection. See
accessories and follow those manufacturers instruc- figure B.
6 tions pertaining to them. Tooling shall not be forced 7. When drilling in material which causes dust,
in to any workpiece but fed according to the proper a dust mask shall be work. See Figure C.
specifications. Failure to follow these instructions will 8. Avoid contact with coolant, especially
not only ruin the tooling as well as the machine, but guarding the eyes.
can cause serious injury. 9. Non-slip footwear and safety shoes are
4. Never brush away any chips while the recommended. See figure D.
machine is in operation. All clean up should be done 12. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during
when the machine is stopped. extended periods of operation. See figure E.
5. Keep hands in sight. Do not put hands or
Operating Instructions Caution
Failure to properly anchor the workpiece
Clamping workpieces to the machine and box table could result in damage to the
Both the box table and the base surface are machine, damage to the workpiece, and worse --
slotted to accept a suitably sized T-slot clamp. severe injury and possibly death to the machine
Before begining any work on the drill press, anchor operator. Never work on the drill press without
the work piece, and the box table, too, if used, to be clamping the materials using a T-slot system set-
certain the workpiece and/or box table will not move up.
when the drill, tap or boring tool enters the
workpiece. Figure 1: Drill press nomenclature

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 Inserting tooling Positioning the tooling over the
The Model J-1230R uses a #4 Morse taper in workpiece.
the spindle to secure tooling. Any drill, milling cutter, After the workpiece has been clamped to the
or tool holder with a #4MT can be inserted into the base or table you can position the tooling over the
quill. workpiece by doing any or all of the following:
Caution 1. Adjusting the height of the arm on the support
The first step in removing or inserting any column.
tooling is to be absolutely certain the machine 2. Moving the drill head along the arm.
cannot be accidentally started during the insertion 3. Rotating the column upon which the arm and head
or removal operation. The only way to be certain are attached.
of this fact is to disconnect power to the machine Unlocking the arm and column
using the service box cut-out switch. The service mechanisms
box (typically the one holding the fuses or circuit A motorized locking system is used to lock the
breakers will have been installed by the electrician head to the arm, the arm to the column, and the
who connected the machine to its service branch) column to the base.
should have a cut-out switch or lever on the outside The lock and unlock buttons which control the
of the box. Put the switch or lever in the OFF locks are located on the right-hand side of the drill
position before inserting or removing tooling. head. When you push UNLOCK, all of the locks are
unlocked. When you push LOCK, all of the locks are
To insert tooling: locked.
1. Observe the caution, above, and be certain all
power to the machine has been disconnected. Caution
2. Be certain the spindle is clean, free from oil, and Always be certain the locks are engaged before
ready to accept the shank of any tooling. using the drill press. Pull on the arm handle and
3. Check the shank of the tooling to be certain the try to rotate the head locating wheel before
tooling is free from dirt, nicks or burrs. If any nicks pushing the spindle ON button. Failure to have
or burrs are discovered, file and/or stone the shank all locks locked may result in damage to tooling,
until the shank is smooth. damage to the work piece, and possible injury to
4. Be certain the quill is in the full UP position. the operator.
5. Slide the shank of the tooling into the spindle until
it seats.
Raising and lowering the radial arm
6. Use a soft-faced mallet (such as lead, plastic,
1. Power to the drill press must be ON -- then release
brass, etc.) to give the tooling a sharp tap on its tip.
the machine locks by pushing the UNLOCK push
This will secure the tooling firmly in the taper.
button.
7. Re-establish power to the machine and the drill is
2. Use the control lever -- push it upward or down-
ready to use.
ward as required -- (see Fig. 3) to raise or lower the
arm to the required height. See also, Using the
To remove tooling: control lever.
8 1. Observe the caution above and be certain all 3. When the arm is at the required height and if no
electrical power to the drill press has been cut off. other adjustments to spindle location are required,
2. Place a wood block under the tooling in the push the LOCK push button to re-lock all machine
spindle to prevent it from being damaged, should it locks.
fall out of the quill during the removal process. To move the drill head along the arm
3. Lower the quill by using the feed levers until the
1. Power to the drill press must be ON -- then release
tool removal window is exposed.
the machine locks by pushing the UNLOCK push
4. Using a suitable tapered drift, insert the drift in
button.
the removal window, above the tip of the tooling
2. Using the wheel in the center of the drill head, turn
shank.
the wheel to move the drill head along the arm. (See
5. Using leather gloves to prevent cuts from the
Fig. 1.)
tooling, hold the tooling with you hand to prevent it
3. When the drill head is at the desired position on
from falling from the quill.
the arm and if no other adjustments to spindle location
6. With your free hand, using a hammer, tap the
are required, push the LOCK push button to re-lock all
tapered drift and the tooling will loosen from the taper
machine locks.
and can be removed. The spindle is now ready for
the insertion of other tooling with a #4 MT.
 on LOW or HI speed. There is a chart on the front of
CAUTION the drill head which shows you the spindle speeds
NEVER swing the drill press arm using the available and the gear change lever and motor switch
support column unless you are absolutely certain values required to select each speed. See Fig. 1.
the drill press base is firmly attached to the shop On the gear change table you will also find the
floor. You can tell if the base is bolted to the floor recommended drill sizes for the various speeds which
by checking the mounting pads at the four corners are selectable. THESE RECOMMENDATIONS ARE
of the base. There should be a securing bolt ONLY APPROXIMATE. With the wide variety of drill
through each mounting pad. types and coatings available, the variety of cutting
If the arm is moved off of its position directly fluids which might be used, and the even wider
above the base and the base is not bolted to the variety of work piece materials which you might be
floor, THE DRILL MAY TIP OVER AND CAUSE machining -- you need to consult with your tooling,
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE DRILL coolant and/or work piece suppliers to determine the
PRESS OPERATOR (YOU!!) and will certainly best spindle speed to use for any specific drilling
result in serious damage to the drill press, itself. operation.
Don't take chances. Always look for bolts at the
mounting pads before swinging the drill press arm.

Moving the arm on the support column Caution

Do not try to change gears while the spindle
1. Power to the drill press must be ON -- then is turning. This may cause serious damage to the
release the machine locks by pushing the UNLOCK spindle drive system.
push button. Allow the spindle to come to a complete stop
2. Use the handle at the end of the arm (see Fig. 1) before attempting to change gears. If the gear
to move the column (and, therefore, to swing the arm) change lever you want to move does not slip
as necessary to the required spindle position. easily into the new position you require, jog the
3. When the spindle is positioned correctly and no motor for a second using the control lever. Then
other adjustments are quired, push the LOCK push allow the spindle to come to a stop again before
button to re-lock all machine locks. attempting to change gears, again. Repeat this
jogging process, as necessary, until the gears
match up properly for changing.

Setting spindle speed

Spindle speeds are established using the gear
change levers on the upper right-hand side of the drill Setting feed rate and depth of cut
head. (See Fig. 1.) The shorter of the two levers The Model J-1230R has limit switches on the
operates a two-speed mechanism which puts the quill which cuts off electric power to the drive motor
gearbox in either high gear or low gear. There is a when the quill has reached either the upper or lower
"HI/LOW" readout on the upper left hand side of the limit of its travel. This system is designed to prevent
drill head which tells you which speed range is gearbox damage if the power feed mechanism is 9
selected. engaged -- damage which would occur if the quill were
The longer gear change lever operates a three to bottom out against the upper or lower limit of quill
speed gearbox mechanism. The lowest gear and travel. In the event of failure of either limit switch there
spindle speed is selected by pushing the lever away is also a safety clutch mechanism which will slip
from you -- that is, by rotating the change shaft when the limits of travel are reached.
counterclockwise. The highest gear and spindle However, while you are able to use virtually the
speed is selected by pulling the lever toward you -- full travel of the quill for drilling or other operations,
rotating the shaft clockwise. There is a detent in the the drill press operator typically sets both the rate of
middle of the lever travel to tell you when the lever is feed -- travel-per-revolution of the spindle -- and the
in the intermediate gear position. depth of cut -- that is, the total distance the quill
This gearbox set-up gives you a total of six moves to make the required depth of cut.
spindle speeds which may be selected. The two- These two operations are described, here:
speed spindle drive motor, therefore, increases the Setting feed rate
number of available spindle speeds to 12. The The feed rate is set using the knob and dial on
specific spindle speed selected clearly depends on the front of the drill head. See Fig. 1. The knob on
the position of both gear change levers and whether the dial can be rotated to select any of three different
the motor switch on the top front of the drill head is
 feed rates, plus a neutral position where the power pushed inward -- on pivots which are in the feed lever
feed does not operate on the quill. hub. When the feed levers are pushed toward the
It is recommended that when doing operations drill head, the power feed mechanism is disengaged.
which do not require power feed that the dial be set to When the feed levers are pulled outward, the power
the neutral position. This minimizes any wear on the feed system is engaged. In the power feed position
power feed mechanism. (outward) the quill and spindle will be driven EITHER
The feed rate selected is indicated by a pair of until they reach the limit of travel and the limit
rivet heads on the edge of the rate setting dial. These switches cut off power -- OR until the trip mechanism
values are indicated on the far outer edge of the disengages the power feed, automatically -- OR until
readout. the drill press operator pushes the feed levers into the
Clearly, whenever the indicator rivets are at an disengaged position.
"N" position, no feed or "neutral" has been selected. To set the depth of cut
Any of the three feed rates are available for 1. Unlock lever A -- See Fig. 2.
selection using any of the spindle speeds available. 2. Use the feed levers to lower the drill until it touches
There will be a recommended feed rate for any the work piece.
drilling or boring operation, and this rate must be 3. Rotate the dial D until the rivet on the dial -- C -- is
determined by consulting appropriate machining at the feed depth required on the scale on graduated
handbooks or by consulting with your tooling, coolant dial B.
and work piece suppliers. 4. Lock lever A.
Setting depth of cut using the power 5. Pull the feed levers out to engage the power feed
feed system clutch.
There is a mechanism for engaging the power Note: Because the ring for Dial B makes one
feed and there is also a mechanism (a "trip mecha- rotation before contacting the mechanical trip dog,
nism) which can be set to disengage the power feed you are limited to 4 inches (100mm) of travel during
when a pre-set depth has been reached. any power feed operation. If you need to make
The feed levers can be pulled outward -- or deeper holes you will need to do the machining in
steps.

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Figure 2: Power feed controls

Spindle direction and power feed Once your workpiece is clamped securely and
The spindle can be driven clockwise or counter- the tooling is installed, you can restablish power to
clockwise. The direction of rotation is controlled by the machine by turning the cut-out panel back ON.
the control lever on the left hand side of the drill head. This will reestablish power to the machine control
See Fig. 1. system and will allow you to use the motor which
Clockwise or "forward" rotation is the direction raises and lowers the arm to position the tooling over
of rotation for right-hand tooling -- which is the vast the work piece. Raising and lowering of the arm is
majority of tooling used in machine operations. controlled by the control stick -- see Fig. 3 and read
However, if you use left-hand tooling for any opera- page 7, Raising and lowering the radial arm.
tions, the spindle direction can be set to counter- Power ON light
clockwise or "reverse."
The power feed direction is determined by the When the cutout box power is ON, the POWER
spindle direction. When the spindle is set to its most light on the upper left hand side of the drill head (Fig.
common direction -- clockwise or forward -- the quill 1) will be lit. In this mode, power to the coolant pump
and spindle are driven downward. When the spindle and to the spindle drive motor is controlled by the
direction is set to counterclockwise or reverse switches on the control console.
direction, the quill and spindle are driven upward. Flood coolant control
The flood coolant system provided with the drill
press is turned on by turning the switch to the ON
Hand feed -- roughing operations position. Power OFF to the coolant pump is achieved
When the feed levers are pushed toward the by turning the switch counterclockwise to its OFF
drill head the power feed mechanism is disengaged. position. (If coolant does not flow, check the pump
In this position, the feed levers can be used to move rotation by observing the pump shaft. It should be
the quill and spindle and perform manual drilling or rotating in the direction of the arrow on the pump
other machining operations. casting. If it is not rotating in the correct direction,
see Electrical, for more information.)
Fine hand feed using the power feed Spindle motor controls
system The power to the spindle motor controlled as
The fine feed control wheel is located on the follows:
underside of the right-hand side of the drill head. 1. The cutout box control lever must be in the ON
See Fig. 1. The fine feed control is used as follows: position so power is being fed to the drill press.
1. Set the feed rate dial to N -- neutral. 2. The two speed spindle drive motor switch must be
2. Pull the feed levers out so the power feed clutch is in either HI or LOW position.
engaged. 3. The control ON/OFF switch must be pushed ON.
3. Turn the drill press POWER switch ON and set the 4. The arm/spindle control lever must be pulled
control lever so the spindle is turning in the correct forward (clockwise rotation) or backward (counter-
direction for the operation you are performing. clockwise rotation.) See Using the control lever,
4. Turn the fine feed control wheel by hand. The
page 11.
quill and spindle will move downward or upward 11
(depending upon which way you turn the wheel and Turning spindle drive motor power OFF
the direction the spindle is turning) until you stop To turn power OFF on the spindle drive motor do
turning the control wheel. one of the following:
1. Put the two speed motor switch in OFF position,
OR...
2. Push the Control ON/OFF switch off, OR...
Power ON and power OFF 3. Put the arm/spindle control lever in its middle
If your Model J-1230R was connected to its (neutral) position, OR...
service branch correctly, there will be a service 4. Push the large, red emergency off STOP switch,
disconnect with an external power cutoff lever or OR...
switch which disconnects the drill press from the 5. When servicing the tooling or other machine
service branch. This is your ultimate protection components, put the service disconnect lever in OFF
against accidental machine start-up when clamping position.
work pieces to the machine and/or inserting or Once the STOP switch has been pushed (4.,
removing tooling. Always be certain you have turned above) none of the other switches on the panel can
off power at this disconnect before doing these be used to control power to the spindle drive motor or
operations.
 coolant pump until the STOP switch has been re-set. Using the control lever
Resetting the STOP switch The four-position control lever is located on the
1. Turn the switch in the direction of the arrow on the left hand side of the drill head console. See Figs. 1
red button -- clockwise. The switch is reset and the and 3.
other spindle motor controls can be used. The control lever can move up or down, back-
ward or forward, or can be left in its most central,
OFF or neutral position so no functions are under its
control power.
The control lever moves up or down to move the
Using the load ammeter arm up or down when positioning the tooling over the
work piece. This ability to control the height of the
An ammeter on the control console is used to
arm is available when:
monitor the load on the spindle drive motor. It is
1. The main power to the machine is ON at its
connected into one of the three power lines which
branch service panel.
supply the main drive motor.
2. The emergency STOP switch is set to its ON
When the drive motor is ON and up to speed,
mode.
and there is no tooling being used to drill, tap or bore
3. The Control ON/OFF switch (lower left hand side
a hole, the ammeter should read approximately 2.5
of the face of the drill head, see Fig. 1) pushed ON.
amps. If it is above this value there is a problem
4. The column and arm UNLOCK button (right hand
internally (such as lack of lubrication in the gear-
side of the drill head -- see Fig. 1) is pressed to
boxes, bad bearings, etc.) which means you should
turn off the machine and determine the cause of the unlock the machine locks. See page 6.
excessive free-running load. The control lever does not return to neutral when
Monitor the the ammeter during machining it is released. It stays in the position in which you
operations. The ammeter should stay below 9 amps have placed it. This means unless you return it to
or current draw during machining. You should adjust neutral, the arm will keep raising or lowering until it
your spindle speed, feed rate and coolant use to contacts one of its limit switches.
maintain the full load current draw below the 9 amp When the motor speed control switch has been
value. set to either HI or LOW position, the control lever can
If you exceed 9 amps current draw a thermal be moved backward or forward to turn the spindle
limiter switch in the electrical control panel will trip. If drive motor ON and control the direction of rotation of
this occurs, a licensed electrician should be used to the spindle. The control lever is not spring loaded to
locate and re-set the thermal limiter switch. return to the neutral or OFF position when you

Tapping operations
When performing tapping operations :
1. Determine the most efficient tapping speed
(spindle speed) by consulting appropriate machinist's
12 tables, your tap supplier, coolant supplier and/or work
piece supplier.
2. Be certain the power feed dial is in N or neutral
position. See Setting power feed rate, page 8.
3. Turn the spindle motor ON. Also, turn on the
coolant pump if coolant is being used.
4. Move the control lever to FORWARD.
5. Use the feed levers to move the tap into its pilot
hole until the tap makes its initial thread cut and is
engaged in the workpiece.
6. Allow the tap to "self feed" into the pilot hole until it
has completed its tapping operation.
7. Move the control lever into its center/neutral
position until the spindle has come to a complete
stop.
8. Move the control lever into its reverse direction so
the tap unscrews itself from the hole it has just
threaded. Figure 3: Control lever for spindle and arm.
release it. Rather, the lever stays in the position in All of these functions are clearly labeled on the
which you put it when you are controlling the spindle. plate which surrounds the control lever and boot.
There is no need to hold it in position to keep the
spindle running.

Periodic maintenance
The only maintenance for the Model J-1230R is
lubrication and changing of the coolant according to
the schedule, below.
Item Location Action Interval Lubricant
Oiling cup Top and bottom of arm Add lubricant with lube gun Daily Mobil Vactra oil AA
at column
Oiling cup Top of drill head Add lubricant with lube gun Daily Mobil Vactra oil AA
Oiling cups Right hand side of Add lubricant with lube gun Daily Mobil Vactra oil AA
drill head
Arm raising Rear of column Oil using lube gun Daily Mobil Vactra oil AA
worm
Sight glass On drill head Check for level -- fill through Daily Mobil Vactra oil AA
pipe plug hole top of drill head
Lift chains On rear of arm Lubricate with lube gun Weekly Mobil Vactra oil AA
Ways On arm Lubricate with lube gun Twice daily Mobil Vactra oil AA
Coolant In tank Monitor for cleanliness When cutting
and efficiency. Replace when
dirty or when cutting becomes
inefficient
Oil fitting On quill Lubricate with gun Daily Mobil Vactra oil AA
Rack On arm Lubricate with gun Every 3 days Mobil Vactra oil AA

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Figure 4: Lubrication diagram

 Machine set-up 4. Wipe the surfaces of the machine which might be
1. Lift the drill press from its shipping skid according coated with protective coating using mineral spirits or
to the diagram, below. other nonflammable solvent.
2. Secure the drill press to the floor 5. Look in the sight glasses on the machine to be
The drill press MUST be anchored to the floor certain they are filled to their level lines. If low, add
according to the layout diagram below. fluid as necessary according to instructions in
Failure to anchor the machine properly, according to Lubrication.
these diagrams, could result in the machine tipping 6. Perform a lubrication check at all points recom-
over and consequent damage to the machine and mended in the table in Periodic Maintenance.
possible injury or DEATH to the machine operator 7. Use instructions in the Operating Instructions
and bystanders. section of this manual to check all operating functions
3. Connect the electrical service branch to the of the drill press. If coolant is being used in this
machine according to the instructions which follow machine, put coolant in the sump and test coolant
under Electrical. This work should be done only by a delivery, as well.
qualified and licensed electrician who is familiar with 8. When all of the above operations are complete the
machine service and national and local codes. machine is ready for service.

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Figure 5: Machine lifting, transport and anchoring diagrams -- all dimensions

in mm, except anchor bolts (inches, as noted)
 to the ON position.
Caution
6. Observe the direction of rotation of the
Electrical set-up should be performed only by
coolant pump. You can see the pump shaft rotate
a licensed electrician who is familiar with national
on top of the pump at the rear of the drill press.
and local electrical codes.
There will be an arrow cast into the pump, and the
The Model J-1230R is shipped after testing all
shaft should be rotating in the direction of the arrow.
functions and circuits under electrical power
If the shaft is rotating in the wrong direction, the
specified for the machine and motors. The only
power is connected, backwards. Correct as follows:
hook-up requirement should be for correct connec-
7. Disconnect power to the machine by turning it off
tion to an appropriate cutout on an appropriate
at the cutout box.
service branch.
8. Reverse any two of the power lead connections.
Where the following instructions do not agree
9. Repeat steps 4, 5, and 6, above, and you should
with local electrical codes and procedures, the
observe the pump shaft turning in the correct direc-
applicable codes and procedures should be
tion. The electrical service to the machine is now
followed, exclusively.
complete.

Electrical Wiring diagram

A wiring diagram for the drill press is found on
the facing page. This diagram is for reference by
Electrical branch service your licensed installing or servicing electrician. In
The machine is wired for either a 230 or 460 3- addition to using a licensed electrician for connection
phase service branch. The cable supplying the drill to the drill press service branch, the servicing of
press will be tagged with the voltage at which the components and circuits inside the control box should
machine was tested and corresponding to the be serviced only by a qualified electrician. This
customer's order. includes fuse replacement, if required. If any of
If the tag has been lost, it will be necessary for these fuses, upon replacement, should continue to
you to open the electrical cabinet on the rear of the fail at short service intervals, the electrician should be
drill press and examine the connections on the asked to check all machine components for excessive
transformer found inside the box. The transformer loads, short circuits or other failures.
can be connected to either a 230 or 460 volt source
and its taps are labeled for voltage. By locating the
source tap on the transformer you will be able to
determine the branch voltage required.
A service disconnect is recommended. The
use of fuses or circuit breakers for each of the
voltage supply wires is required. Use fuses or circuit
breakers which are appropriate to the voltage for the
motor system delivered.
A positive cut-out/lock-out lever or rocker switch 15
should be located on the outside of the service
disconnect to allow the machine operator to discon-
nect the machine from the branch circuit when
working with tooling on the machine.

To connect the branch to the drill press

1. Disconnect the service branch to the machine by
moving the lever or rocker switch on the cutout box to
OFF.
2 Connect the green wire (or green with white trace)
to the branch ground.
3. Connect the remaining three wires in the cable
(labeled R,S and T) to the three power lines in the
branch.
4. Turn the power to the machine ON at the cutout
box.
5. Turn the coolant pump power switch (See Fig. 1)
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Figure 6: Wiring diagram

Replacement Parts
This section provides exploded view illustrations that show the replacement parts for the JET 4 foot arm,
Model J-1230R Radial Drill. Also provided are parts listings that provide part number, description, and quantity.
The item numbers shown on the illustration relate to the item number on the facing page of the parts listing.

Order replacement parts from:

WMH Tool Group, Inc.

427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 30786
Ph.: 800-274-68489
www.wmhtoolgroup.com

Identify the replacement part by the part number shown in the parts listing. Be sure to include the model number
and serial number of your machine when ordering replacement parts to assure that you will receive the correct
part.

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 Exploded View - Column and Base

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Parts List - Column and Base
Ref no. Part no. Description
1 J-5232911 Base
2 J-5232921 Bolt
3 5232931 Needle bearing
4 5232941 Internal column
5 5232951 Bolt
6 5232961 Top bearing cover
7 5232971 Thrust bearing
8 5232981 Fixed brg. housing
9 5232991 Thrust bearing
10 5233011 Washer
11 5233021 Ball bearing
12 5233031 Top bearing cover
13 5233041 External column
14 5233051 Slip blocket
15 5233061 Retaining ring
16 5233071 Slip bar
17 5233081 Fixing shaft
18 5233091 Retaining ring
19 5233111 Nut
20 5233121 Roller
21 5233131 Wedge
22 5233141 Key
23 5233151 Elevating shaft
24 5233161 Screw
25 5233171 Roller
26 5233181 Ship blocket
27 5233191 Slip bar
28 5233211 Shaft
29 5233221 Bushing
30 5233231 Locking blocket
31 5233241 Bolt
32 5233251 Key
33 5233261 Clamping gear
34 5233271 Locking shaft
35 J-5233281 Locking cover
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 Parts List - Column Gear Box
Ref no. Part no. Description Ref no. Part no. Description
1 5235751 Bolt 13 5235881 Needle bearing
2 5235761 Washer 14 5235891 Shaft
3 5235771 Bushing 15 5235911 Retaining ring
4 5235781 Round bar 16 5235921 Retaining ring
5 5235791 Plain washer 17 5235931 Needle bearing
6 5235811 Nut 18 5235941 Shaft
7 5235821 Nut 19 5235951 Retaining ring
8 5235831 Bolt 20 5235961 Chain
9 5235841 Chain frame 21 5235971 Bolt
10 5235851 Screw 22 5235981 Chain adapter
11 5235861 Limit switch 23 5235991 Cast iron block
12 5235871 Retaining ring

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Parts List - Arm (Front)

Ref no. Part no. Description

1 5233311 Lamp cover
2 5233321 Screw
3 5233331 Lamp
4 5233341 Lamp seat
5 5233351 Arm rack
6 5233361 Bolt 21
7 J-5233371 Arm
8 5233381 Locking shaft
9 5233391 Oil fill cup
10 J-5233411 Fixed clamping block
11 5233421 Bolt
12 5233431 Locking nut
13 5233441 Thrust bearing
14 5233451 Plain washer
15 5233461 Ball bearing
16 5233471 Bolt
17 5233481 Aluminum ring
18 5233491 Screw
19 5233511 Ball bearing
20 5233521 Plain washer
21 5233531 Thrust bearing
 Exploded View - Arm (Rear)

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Parts List - Arm (Rear)
Ref no. Part no. Description Ref no. Part no. Description

1 5236011 Motor 50 5236551 Bolt

2 5236021 Gear 51 5236561 Gear
3 5236031 Key 52 5236571 Block
4 5236041 Bolt 53 5236581 Block
5 5236051 Pin 54 5236591 Bolt
6 5236061 Bolt 55 5236611 Rack shaft
7 5236071 Upper cover 56 5236621 Rack
8 5236081 Taper bearing 57 5236631 Bolt
9 5236091 Gear 58 5236641 Block
10 5236111 Washer 59 5236651 Shaft
11 5236121 Bolt 60 5236661 Gearbox
12 5236131 Gear case cover 61 5236671 Bushing
13 5236141 Gear case 62 5236681 Shaft
14 5236151 Worm shaft 63 5236691 Key
15 5236161 Taper bearing 64 5236711 Retaining ring
16 5236171 Retaining ring 65 5236721 Retaining ring
17 5236181 Cover 66 5236731 Bushing
18 5236191 Bolt 67 5236741 Bushing
19 5236211 Key 68 5236751 Bushing
20 5236221 Bushing 69 5236761 Retaining ring
21 5236231 Cover 70 5236771 Gear
22 5236241 Bolt 71 5236781 Gear
23 5236251 Oil cup 72 5236791 Bolt
24 5236261 Locking shaft 73 5236811 Bolt
25 5236271 Bushing 74 5236821 Gear
26 5236281 Bolt 75 5236831 Bolt
27 5236291 Bushing 76 5236841 Rubber tap
28 5236311 Block
29 5236321 Arm
30 5236331 Gear
31 5236341 Bolt
32 5236351 Retaining ring
33 5236361 Cover
34 5236371 Bearing
35 5236381 Shaft 23
36 5236391 Worm gear
37 5236411 Plain washer
38 5236421 Bolt
39 5236431 Bearing
40 5236441 Bushing
41 5236451 Bolt
42 5236461 Gear
43 5236471 Ke
44 5236481 Bolt
45 5236491 Block
46 5236511 Bolt
47 5236521 Key
48 5236531 Shaft
49 5236541 Key
 Parts List - Riser Mechanism

Ref no. Part no. Description Ref no. Part no. Description
1 5232451 Motor 21 5232671 Bolt
2 5232461 Key 22 J-5232681 Top cap
3 5232471 Screw 23 5232691 Screw nut
24 4 5232481 Adapter 24 5232711 Key
5 5232491 Plastic sheet 25 5232721 Lead screw
6 5232511 Screw 26 5232731 Thrust bearing
7 5232521 Adapter 27 5232741 Collar
8 5232531 Bolt 28 5232751 Ball bearing
9 5232541 Cover 29 5232761 Brass sleeve
10 5232551 Oil seal 30 5232771 Bolt
11 5232561 Bearing 31 5232781 Cover
12 5232571 Key 32 5232791 Safety device nut
13 5232581 Key 33 5232811 Safety device cover
14 5232591 Shaft 34 5232821 Bolt
15 5232611 Screw 35 5232831 Collar
16 5232621 Worm shaft 36 5232841 Collar
17 5232631 Oil level gage 37 5232851 Tapered bearing
18 5232641 Worm housing 38 5232861 Collar
19 5232651 Bearing 39 5232871 Worm gear
20 5232661 Bearing cover 40 5232881 Up/Down rolling shaft
Exploded View - Head

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 Parts List - Head
Ref no. Part no. Description Ref no. Part no. Description
1 5233551 Hand wheel lock nut 55 5234151 Gear box cover
2 5233561 Hand wheel 56 5234161 Aluminum cover
3 5233571 Plastic knob 57 5234171 Oil cup
4 5233581 Feed handle 58 5234181 Bolt
5 5233591 Pin 59 5234191 Taper pin
6 5233611 Clutch housing 60 5234211 Gasket
7 5233621 Stopper cotter 61 5234221 Key
8 5233631 Spring 62 5234231 Spindle shaft
9 5233641 Pin 63 5234241 Ball bearing
10 5233651 Dial 64 5234251 Lock nut
11 5233661 Dial seat 65 5234261 Lock washer
12 5233671 Pin 66 5234271 Ball bearing
13 5233681 Key 67 5234281 Gear
14 5233691 Clutch 68 5234291 Key
15 5233711 Spring 69 5234311 Gear
16 5233721 Steel ball 70 5234321 Gear
17 5233731 Bolt 71 5234331 Gear
18 5233741 Pinion shaft 72 5234341 Retaining ring
19 5233751 Retaining ring 73 5234351 Key
20 5233761 Clutch 74 5234361 Gear shaft
21 5233771 Worm gear 75 5234371 Key
22 5233781 Gear shaft 76 5234381 Gear shaft
23 5233791 Retaining ring 77 5234391 Ball bearing
24 5233811 Key 78 5234411 Key
25 5233821 Feed speed change rack 79 5234421 Bolt
26 5233831 Copper block 80 5234431 Motor
27 5233841 Screw 81 5234441 Gear
28 5233851 Spring 82 5234451 Plain washer
29 5233861 Steel ball 83 5234461 Bolt
30 5233871 Feed speed selector 84 5234471 Bushing
31 5233881 Bolt 85 5234481 Lock nut
32 5233891 Gear box front plate 86 5234491 Lock washer
33 5233911 Feed speed change gear 87 5234511 Ball bearing
34 5233921 Plate 88 5234521 Gear
35 5233931 Screw 89 5234531 Gear
36 5233941 Ball bearing 90 5234541 Key
37 5233951 Bushing 91 5234551 Key
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38 5233961 Bolt 92 5234561 Gear shaft
39 5233971 Ball bearing 93 5234571 Key
40 5233981 Bushing 94 5234581 Gear
41 5233991 Bolt 95 5234591 Retaining ring
42 5234011 Steel ball 96 5234611 Ball bearing
43 5234021 Spring 97 5234621 Shaft
44 5234031 Speed change shaft 98 5234631 Shaft cover
45 5234041 Taper pin 99 5234641 Screw
46 5234051 Screw 100 5234651 3-step change lvr. adapter
47 5234061 Shaft 101 5234661 Oil seal
48 5234071 Oil seal 102 5234671 Speed change rocker arm
49 5234081 Oil seal 103 5234681 Copper block
50 5234091 Clutch lower gear 104 5234691 Bolt
51 5234111 Clutch upper gear 105 5234711 Copper block
52 5234121 Ball bearing 106 5234721 Speed change rocker arm
53 5234131 Washer 107 5234731 Screw
54 5234141 Ball bearing 108 5234741 Oil seal
Parts List - Head
Ref no. Part no. Description
109 5234751 Oil level gage
110 5234761 Gear box
111 5234771 Gear
112 5234781 Spring
113 5234791 Steel ball
114 5234811 Sleeve
115 5234821 Worm gear sleeve
116 5234831 Worm gear
117 5234841 Bolt
118 5234851 Gear
119 5234861 3-step speed change lever
120 5234871 Plastic knob
121 5234881 Key
122 5234891 Lower feed gear shaft
123 5234911 Screw
124 5234921 Middle gear
125 5234931 Ball bearing
126 5234941 Bushing
127 5234951 Bolt
128 5234961 Bolt
129 5234971 Bushing
130 5234981 Ball bearing
131 5234991 Key
132 5235011 Lower feed gear shaft
133 5235021 Screw
134 5235031 Retaining ring
135 5235041 Ball bearing
136 5235051 Bolt
137 5235061 Bearing cover
138 5235071 Ball bearing
139 5235081 Helical tooth
140 5235091 Chain
141 5235111 Sprocket shaft
142 5235121 Key
143 5235131 Lock nut
144 5235141 Lock washer
145 5235151 Spindle 27
146 5235161 Ball bearing
147 5235171 Thrust bearing
148 5235181 Quill
149 5235191 Needle bearing
150 5235211 Taper bearing
151 5235221 Set screw
152 5235231 Handle
153 5235241 Handle wheel
154 5235251 Bolt
155 5235261 Bearing housing
156 5235271 Grease inlet
157 5235281 Ball bearing
158 5235291 Ball bearing
159 5235311 Key
160 5235321 Shaft
161 5235331 Helical tooth
162 5235341 Plain washer
163 5235351 Key
 Parts List - Rear of Head

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Ref no. Part no. Description Ref no. Part no. Description

1 5235411 Bolt 16 5235571 Bushing

2 5235421 Eccentric shaft 17 5235581 Bushing
3 J-5235431 Gear box 18 5235591 Adjustable cam
4 5235441 Bolt 19 5235611 Bolt
5 5235451 Adjustable collar 20 5235621 Bearing
6 5235461 Adjustable collar 21 5235631 Adjustable cam
7 5235471 Bearing bracket 22 5235641 Adjustable cam
8 5235481 Cam shaft 23 5235651 Bolt
9 5235491 Cam shaft sleeve 24 5235661 Bearing
10 5235511 Bearing bracket 25 5235671 Bushing
11 5235521 Bolt 26 5235681 Bearing
12 5235531 Adjustable collar 27 5235691 Bushing
13 5235541 Bolt 28 5235711 Adjustable cam
14 5235551 Bearing 29 5235721 Aluminum plate
15 5235561 Aluminum plate 30 5235731 Bolt
Parts list - Flood Coolant System

Ref no. Part no. Description Ref no. Part no. Description
1 5232251 Fixed blade 10 5232351 Tube sleeve
2 5232261 Cross screw 11 5232361 Tube sleeve
3 5232271 Hose 12 5232371 Tube
4 5232281 HH Screw 13 5232381 Screw
5 5232291 Coolant pump 14 5232391 Screw
6 5232311 Fitting 15 5232411 Fitting
7 5232321 Elbow 16 5232421 Brass valve
8 5232331 Fitting 17 5232431 Coolant hose
9 5232341 Elbow
 Notes:

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 WMH TOOL GROUP, Inc.
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 30786
Ph.: 800-274-68489
www.wmhtoolgroup.com