Cleaning Machine; Machine Placement - Shop fox M1112 Owner's Manual

Cleaning Machine

The ways and other unpainted parts of your lathe are
coated with a waxy grease that protects them from
corrosion during shipment. Clean this grease off with a
solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. DO NOT use
chlorine-based solvents such as brake parts cleaner,
lacquer thinner, or acetone—if you happen to splash some
onto a painted surface, you will ruin the finish.

Machine Placement

• Floor Load: Your lathe is a heavy load distributed
in a small footprint, so you must reinforce the floor
if required. The floor MUST be level, or the lathe
frame and ways may twist and distort over time.
• Working Clearances: Consider existing and antici-
pated needs, service panel access, length of rods
to be loaded into the lathe, and space for auxil-
iary stands, work tables or other machinery when
establishing a location for your lathe (see Figure 11
for dimensions).
• Lighting: Lighting should be bright enough to elimi-
nate shadow and prevent eye strain.
• Electrical: Outlets must be located near each
machine, so power cords are clear of high-traffic
areas.
Figure 11. Minimum wall clearances.
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M1112 12" x 36" Gunsmithing Lathe
ALWAYS work
ventilated areas far from
possible ignition sources
when using solvents to clean
machinery. Many solvents
are toxic when inhaled or
ingested. Use care when
disposing of waste rags
and towels to be sure
they DO NOT create fire
or environmental hazards.
NEVER use gasoline or
petroleum-based solvents
to clean your lathe.
MAKE your shop "child safe."
Ensure that your workplace
is inaccessible to youngsters
by closing and locking all
entrances when you are
away. NEVER allow untrained
visitors in your shop when
assembling, adjusting
operating equipment.
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