| Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution (from manual) | |---------|--------------|------------------------| | | Dirty MT2 taper or bent spindle | Clean taper with solvent. Check with dial indicator – replace spindle if >0.05 mm. | | Quill sticks or jerks | Dry rack teeth or damaged pinion | Clean and oil rack. Inspect pinion for worn teeth. | | Belt slips | Loose motor tension or worn belt | Retension belt. Replace with AX26 or equivalent. | | Depth stop inaccurate | Stop nut threads stripped | Replace depth stop rod and nut (metric thread, M8×1.25). | | Table won’t stay level | Worn tilt lock bolt | Replace bolt or insert a brass pad to increase friction. | | Noisy spindle | Dry bearings or incorrect preload | Disassemble head, repack bearings with Kluber Isoflex NBU 15. |
: 250mm from the center of the spindle to the column. Strands S68 Drill Press Manual
Got my hands on the Strands S68 drill press and it’s a surprisingly capable little workhorse. Compact footprint, solid build, and impressively smooth spindle — perfect for small shops, DIYers, and anyone who wants reliable, accurate holes without taking up their entire bench. Key things I noticed: | Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution (from
Strands S68 is a Swedish-made, geared-head pillar drill press known for its robust construction and precision in engineering and maintenance workshops. While a full, single-document manual is often sourced through specialty providers like Machinery Scandinavia H.H. Roberts Machinery Inspect pinion for worn teeth
This guide consolidates information from original manuals and field experience.
Approximately 200kg, ensuring a stable, vibration-free platform Newmac Equipment 2. Setup and Installation