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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance and service of this machine/equipment. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions given in this manual may result in serious personal injury, including amputation, electrocution or death. The owner of this machine/equipment is solely responsible for its safe use.
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Max.drilling capacity 1-7/9” Max.face mill capacity 3-1/7” Max.end mill capacity 1-1/9 Max.tapping capacity M20/5/8” Max.spindle stroke 5-1/9” Distance from spindle axis to column 10-2/7” Mill Information Swivel angle of headstock ±90° at perpendicular direction Max.distance between 17-5/7” spindle nose to table Spindle taper Diameter of column 4-1/2”...
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IDENTIFICATION Motor Spindle Speed Lever Switch Feed Handle Spindle Range Lever Micro Feed Handwheel Spindle Lock Lever Lock Handle Longitudinal Lock screw Rocker Cross Slide Handwheel Longitudinal Slide Handle...
SECTION 1 : SAFETY For you own safety, read instruction manual be for operating this machine. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of personal injury.
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SECTION 1 : SAFETY Additional Safety Rules For This Machine This machine must not be modified for any purpose other than that for which it designed. ● You should not operate this machine unless you are thoroughly familiar with metal turning lathes and turning techniques.
SECTION 2 : INSTALLATION Installation 1. Ensure the headstock is as lower as possible, and be fixed on the column tightly before moving machine. while moving machine, keep its balance and safety. 2. Don’ t mount the machine at the sunshine place to avoid the deformity of machine and the loss of accuracy.
SECTION 3 : OPERATION Notice: Check all parts and safety precautions for proper condition before operation. Use of main machine parts Feed Handle (1) Raise and lower the headstock on its rack and pinion mechanism by using the head crank. when the desired height is reached, Lock Handle tighten the bolts to avoid vibration.
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SECTION 3 : OPERATION Milling operation (1) Adjust the positive stop depth gauge to its uppermost position. (2) Using the spindle feeding handle, adjust the cutter to approximately the correct height, turn off the knob make tighten the taper body of worm and spring base. (3) Set the working depth by using the micro feeding handle.
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SECTION 3 : OPERATION Installing and changing tools Warning: Be sure the power is turned off and the machine unplugged before installing or changing tool bits (1) Removing face mill or drill chuck arbor. Loosen the arbor bolt at the top of the spindle shaft approximately 2 turns with a wrench.rap the top of the arbor bolt with a mallet.
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SECTION 3 : OPERATION Electrical system 1. A fuse must be connected between machine and power. 2. The ground terminal of machine must be grounded properly. 3. D on’ t op en ele c t r ic al b o x dur ing operation, if something is wrong with machine, please ask repairman for help.
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SECTION 3 : OPERATION Trouble shooting 1. The machine doesn’t run when the power switch is turned ON (a) The knob is in the STOP position (b) A fuse has burned out---Check in the switch box, and replace it necessary. (c) If there is a surge in the current, the circuit breaker may have opened---Press the circuit breaker back, if it is in the open position.
SECTION 3 : OPERATION Maintenance 1. After each use (a) Turn off the power switch. (b) Remove any tool bits, clean and lubricate them, and return them to their storage case. (c) Using a stiff bristle brush, brush off all chips. (d) Using a rag, wipe off any excess or dirty oil or cutting fluid left on the machine.
SECTION 4 : Accessories Standard Accessories The parts have been removed from the box, you should have the following items: A. Handwheel..........3 B. Driving Screw..........1 C. Wrench (22-24)..........1 D. Hex Wrench Set(4,5,6,8).......1 EA Figure 12. Standard Accessories Optional Accessories End Mill Chuck Machine Vice Figure 13.
Warranty Bolton Tools Inc. warrants all Bolton Tools machinery to be free of defect from workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of original purchase by the original purchaser. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse, lack of maintenance, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations outside of our facilities.
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