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Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579)
08/11/2019
TURRET MILLING MACHINE
OPERATION MANUAL
HM-51B
HM-54GB
Models.
HM-51B
HM-54GB
,
Prodcut Code M577,
Product Code. M579
Edition No
:TM-5154-1
Date of Issue
:10/2019

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  • Page 1 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 TURRET MILLING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL HM-51B HM-54GB Models. HM-51B HM-54GB Prodcut Code M577, Product Code. M579 Edition No :TM-5154-1 Date of Issue :10/2019...
  • Page 2 MODEL NO. SERIAL NO. DATE OF MANF. Distributed by www.machineryhouse.co.nz NOTE: This manual is only for your reference. Owing to the continuous improvement of the HAFCO machines, changes may be made at any time without obligation or notice. Please ensure the local voltage is the same as listed on the specification plate before operating this electric machine.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL C O N T E N T S: 1. GENERAL MACHINE INFORMATION 1.1 Specifications..............4 1.2 Identification HM-51B..........5 1.3 Identification HM-54GB..........6 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1 General Metalworking Safe Practices....7 2.2 Safe Work Practices For Milling Machine....

  • Page 4: General Machine Information 1.1 Specifications

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 1.1 SPECIFICATIONS Product Code M577 M579 Model HM-51B HM-54GV Type Vertical Vertical/Horizontal Table Size (mm) 1000 x 240 1000 x 240 Spindle Taper Horizontal NT-30 Spindle Taper Vertical NT-30 NT-30 Longitudinal Travel (X-Axis) (mm) Cross Travel (Y-Axis) (mm) Vertical Travel (Z-Axis) (mm) Type of Slides...

  • Page 5: Identification Hm-51B

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 1.2 IDENTIFICATION HM-51B otor plasH tray elt drive cover oolant puMp “Z” a xis Handle “y” a igital eadout xis Handle aBle pindle uard “x” a xis Hand wHeel pindle Fine Feed Hand wHeel ower Feed unit ontrol panel...

  • Page 6: Identification Hm-54Gb

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 1.3 IDENTIFICATION HM-54GB otor plasH tray ariaBle speed selector oolant puMp “Z” a oriZontal arBor support xis Handle “y” a igital eadout xis Handle aBle pindle uard “x” a xis Hand wHeel pindle Fine Feed Hand wHeel ower Feed unit...

  • Page 7: General Metalworking Safe Practices

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 2.1 GENERAL METALWORKING SAFE PRACTICES DO NOT use this machine unless you have read this manual or have been instructed in the use of this machine in its safe use and operation WARNING This manual provides safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine.
  • Page 8 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 2.1 GENERAL METALWORKING SAFE PRACTICES Cont.  Ensure that keys and adjusting wrenches have been removed from the machine before turning on the power. Appropriate storage for tooling should be provided.  Ensure that all cutting tools and blades are clean and sharp. They should be able to cut freely without being forced.
  • Page 9 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 2.1 GENERAL METALWORKING SAFE PRACTICES Cont. HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH MACHINES include, but are not limited to: • Being struck by ejected parts of the machinery • Being struck by material ejected from the machinery •...

  • Page 10: Safe Work Practices For Milling Machine

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 2.2 SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR MILLING MACHINE DO NOT use this machine unless you have been instructed in its safe use and operation and have read and understand this manual Safety glasses must Long and loose hair Gloves must not be be worn at all times...

  • Page 11: Lifting Instructions

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 2.3 LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS On the day that the machine arrives, make sure that a crane with sufficient capacity is available to unload the machine from the vehicle. Ensure access to the chosen site is clear and that doors and ceilings are sufficiently high and wide enough to receive the machine.

  • Page 12: Setup

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 3. SETUP 3.1 CLEAN - UP The unpainted surfaces of the machine have been coated with a waxy oil to protect them from corrosion during shipment. Remove the protective coating with a solvent cleaner or a citrus based degreaser.

  • Page 13: Machine Leveling

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 3.3 MACHINE LEVELING To set your machine up so that it operates to optimum performance, apply the following procedure After your machine has been anchored to a concrete slab floor, it then needs to be leveled. Loosen the hold down bolts and place a level on the surface of the working table.

  • Page 14: Full Load Current Rating

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 3.5 FULL-LOAD CURRENT RATING The full-load current rating is the amperage a machine draws when running at 100% of the out- put power. Where machines have more than one motor, the full load current is the amperage drawn by the largest motor or a total of all the motors and electrical devices that might operate at one time during normal operations.
  • Page 15 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 4.1 BASIC CONTROLS CONT. A. Power Lamp Button: When pressed, illuminates HM-54GV and enables power to both control panels. Both Emergency STOP buttons must be reset first. B. Forward Button (Vertical Spindle): Starts vertical spindle forward rotation (clockwise looking down on the headstock).
  • Page 16 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 4.1 BASIC CONTROLS CONT. HM-54GV Hi/Low Speed Selector: Selects the speed range for either HIGH or LOW. NOTE: The lever must only be changed when the spindle is stopped. .4.4 HM-51B A. Power Lamp Button: When pressed, illuminates and enables power to the control panel.

  • Page 17: Power Feed

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 4.2 POWER FEED UNIT A. Directional Lever: Selects the direction of table movement. The center position is neutral. B. Rapid Traverse Button: Once the directional lever has been activated, causes the table to travel at full speed while pushed.

  • Page 18: Test Run

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 4.3 TEST RUN Once assembly is complete, the machine needs a test run to ensure it is connected properly to power and functions correctly. During the test run, checks need to be made to the the proper operation of the spindle, motors, the Emergency Stop buttons, and the power feed unit.

  • Page 19: Operation

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 4.3 SETUP CONT. Power Feed Test Run: The mill comes with a power feed unit for X-axis table travel. Proper operation of the limit switch attached in the middle of the table at the front, is critical for the safe use of this power feed unit.
  • Page 20 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 5.1 TABLE MOVEMENTS The mill table travels in three directions, as illustrated in Fig. 5.1 These movements are controlled by table handwheels and the Z-axis crank. Additionally, the table can be moved along the X-axis with the power feed and rotated 45°...

  • Page 21: Head Movements

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL TABLE ROTATION The table rotates 45° left or right (Fig.5.4) To rotate the table: 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Remove as many items from table as possible. This makes rotating the table easier. 3.
  • Page 22 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 3. It then will be possible to tilt the head down to the required position, by slowly turning the hexagon worm pinion shaft on the right hand side behind the spindle, (Fig.5.6) either clock orM pinion sHaFt wise or anticlockwise.

  • Page 23: Mounting The Tooling

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL ROTATING RAM ON TURRET 1. DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side of the ram) that secure ram to turret (Fig. 5.8). 3. Make sure that cables and hoses are not entangled or stretched as you move ram on turret.

  • Page 24: Horizontal Setup (Hm-54Gv)

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 5.4 HORIZONTAL SETUP (HM-54GV) The horizontal spindle on the model HM-54GV can be used for single or multiple cutters (gang milling). They can be arranged anywhere along the length of the arbor for simple to very complex cutting opera- tions.
  • Page 25 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL Setting The Vertical Spindle Speed (HM-51B) entre pulley Hex nut 1. DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Remove vertical spindle V-belt covers to gain access to vertical V-belts and pulleys (Fig.5.13) 3. Loosen center pulley hex nut.(Fig.5.13) 4.
  • Page 26 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL Setting The Vertical Spindle Speed (HM-54GV) The Model HM-54GV is fitted with a variable speed motor and a HIGH or LOW speed gearbox. The speed is controlled by a speed selector knob mounted on the control panel (Fig.5.16) with the HIGH or LOW selected by the lever on the side of the head.
  • Page 27 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL Setting The Horizontal Spindle Speed (HM-54GV) Cont. 4. Loosen tension thumbwheel and hex nut ocKing behind lower idler pulley bracket. (Fig.5.20) 4. Move lower idler pulley to the right to release V-belt tension 5.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 6. MAINTENANCE The mills in this manual have numerous moving metal-to-metal points that require regular and proper lubrication to ensure efficient and long-lasting operation. Other than the lubrication points covered in this section, all other bearings are internally lubricated and sealed at the factory.

  • Page 29: Gib Adjustment

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL 6.2 GIB ADJUSTMENT Gibs are tapered lengths of metal that are sandwiched between two moving surfaces. Table Gib Gibs control the gap between these surfaces and how they slide past one another. Correctly adjusting the gibs is critical to producing good milling results.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Read the troubleshooting section if a problem develops with your machine. If you need any assistance or additional help with a problem, call the Service Department. For spare parts go www.machineryhouse.com.au/contactus and fill out the enquiry form attaching a copy of a scanned parts list.
  • Page 31 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution 1. Tighten drawbar. 1. Tool is not fully drawn up into spindle taper. Tool loose in 2. Clean tool and spindle taper. 2. Debris on tool or in spindle taper spindle.

  • Page 32: Spare Parts

    1. Have your machines model number, serial number & date of manufacture on hand, these can be found on the specification plate mounted on the machine 2. A scanned copy of your parts list/diagram with required spare part/s identified 3. Go to www.machineryhouse.com.au/contactus and fill out the enquiry form attaching a copy of scanned parts list.
  • Page 33 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL A: COLUMN PARTS HM-51B...
  • Page 34 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL A: COLUMN PARTS LIST HM-51B Description Qty. Description Qty. BASE SCREW M6x18 COLUMN ELEVATING SCREW HOUSING BILLIARD OIL CUP LOCK WASHER 10MM WIPER PLATE HEX BOLT M10-1.5x45 WIPER PLATE CONNECT TUBE CAP SCREW M6X25 PHLP HD SCR M6x12 KNEE HEX BOLT M16-2x65...
  • Page 35 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL B: SWIVEL TABLE PARTS HM-51B...
  • Page 36 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL B: SWIVEL TABLE PARTS LIST HM-51B Description Qty. Description Qty. HANDLE SPINDLE SPECIAL NUT TAPER KNOB SCREW M5x25 HEX NUT M12-1.75 LONG LEAD SCREW LOCK WASHER 12MM 5x30 HAND WHEEL SUPPORT BUSH ANGLE RULER SPRING GUARD...
  • Page 37 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL C: VERTICAL BELT SPINDLE PARTS HM-51B...
  • Page 38 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL C: VERTICAL BELT SPINDLE PARTS LIST HM-51B Description Qty. Description Qty. SPINDLE BOX CLAMP HANDLE GEAR SET SCREW M10X10 BOLT SET SCREW M10X10 SCREW M5X6 BAFFLE SCREW M5X6 SCREW M5X10 SPINDLE COLLAR BALL BEARING 32010/P5 SCREW M5X30 WASHER...
  • Page 39 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL D: ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM HM-51B...
  • Page 40 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL A: COLUMN PARTS HM-54GV...
  • Page 41 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL A: COLUMN PARTS LIST HM-54GV Description Qty. Description Qty. BASE SCREW M6x18 COLUMN ELEVATING SCREW HOUSING BILLIARD OIL CUP LOCK WASHER 10MM WIPER PLATE HEX BOLT M10-1.5x45 WIPER PLATE CONNECT TUBE CAP SCREW M6X25 PHLP HD SCR M6x12 KNEE HEX BOLT M16-2x65...
  • Page 42 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL B: SWIVEL TABLE PARTS HM-54GV...
  • Page 43 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL B: SWIVEL TABLE PARTS LIST HM-54GV Description Qty. Description Qty. HANDLE SPINDLE SPECIAL NUT TAPER KNOB SCREW M5x25 HEX NUT M12-1.75 LONG LEAD SCREW LOCK WASHER 12MM 5x30 HAND WHEEL SUPPORT BUSH ANGLE RULER SPRING GUARD...
  • Page 44 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL C: HORIZONTAL SPINDLE PARTS HM-54GV...
  • Page 45 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL C: HORIZONTAL SPINDLE PARTS LIST HM-54GV Description Qty. Description Qty. CAP SCREW M8-1.25x25 CAP SCREW M6-1x25 OIL CUP SPECIAL NUT M8-1.25 COVER SMALL SHAFT SPINDLE CONNECT BALL BEARING 32011 BALL BEARING 6003 COLLAR COLLAR BALL BEARING...
  • Page 46 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL D: SPINDLE BOX PARTS HM-54GV...
  • Page 47 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL D: SPINDLE BOX PARTS LIST HM-54GV Description Qty. Description Qty. SPINDLE BOX BALL BEARING 6002 GEAR COVER SCREW M6X75 SCREW M6-1x20 SCREW M6X16 CAP SCREW M6-1x16 FIXED KEY SCALE RING SPINDLE SCREW M6-1x12 BALL BEARING 32010 HANDLE WHEEL SLEEVE...
  • Page 48 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL E: GEAR HEAD PARTS HM-54GV...
  • Page 49 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL E: GEAR HEAD PARTS LIST HM-54GV Description Qty. Description Qty. GEAR CASE RUBBER RING 20X2 COLLAR COVER OIL SEAL FB45X62X8 SCREW 5X12 BALL BEARING 6009 5X50 EXT RETAINING RING 45 HANDLE SEAT GEAR HANDLE COLLAR...
  • Page 50 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 OPERATION MANUAL D: ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM HM-54GB...

  • Page 51: Risk Assessment

    Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 General Machinery Safety Instructions Machinery House requires you to read this entire Manual before using this machine. 1. Read the entire Manual before starting 14. Use correct amperage extension cords. machinery. Machinery may cause serious injury if Undersized extension cords overheat and lose not correctly used.
  • Page 52 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019 Milling Machine Safety Instructions Machinery House requires you to read this entire Manual before using this machine. 1. Maintenance. 9. Reversing the spindle. Make sure the mill is turned off and Make sure the spindle disconnect from the main power supply and make has come to a complete stop before changing the sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop...
  • Page 53 Instructions Manual for HM-54GV (M579) 08/11/2019...

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