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Hi.. I just got a drill press and the manual shows how to use the
spindle lock, inserting a bolt into a threaded hole, but what is it
supposed to lock and when are you suppose to use this?

Also is it a common practice to use a mallet to install the chuck, I
wasn't sure how far the chuck should go into the tapered arbor, but I
was afraid the hammering might increase the runout of the drill.
Nothing is slipping so seems to be working for now.


Does the spindle lock prevent the spindle from spinning? This would aid in
the removal of the chuck.

Mine will lock to prevent up and down travel. Good for using a drum sander
when you do not want to use the table adjustment.