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Model M1054 (Mfg. Since 4/10) Cutting Capacities Angle Cuts ........................45–90 deg. Vise Jaw Depth ........................12 in. Vise Jaw Height ........................5 in. Max. Capacity Rectangle Width at 90° ..................18 in. Max. Capacity Rectangle Height at 90° ..................10 in. Max.
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Model M1054 (Mfg. Since 4/10) Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION XM1054005 MODEL NUMBER LABEL 59-9 XM1054059-9 CUTTING FLUID HOSE 1/4"ID X 52" XM1054006 MACHINE ID LABEL 59-10 XM1054059-10 CUTTING FLUID HOSE 1/4"ID X 12-1/2" XM1054007 BLADE TENSION LABEL 59-11 XM1054059-11 HOSE CLIP XM1054008 CUTTING SELECTION...
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Model M1054 (Mfg. Since 4/10) PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION XM1054214 SAW BOW XM1054317 214-1 XM1054214-1 PIPE CONNECTOR 1/2 NPT XM1054318 BLADE GUIDE ARM 214-2 XM1054214-2 CUTTING FLUID HOSE XPW04M FLAT WASHER 10MM 214-3 XM1054214-3 RUBBER FOOT M8-1.25 X 40 XM1054320 BLADE GUIDE KNOB BOLT 214-4 XPN03M...
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Model M1054 (Mfg. Since 4/10) PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION XPN03M HEX NUT M8-1.25 613-4 XPLW02 LOCK WASHER 1/4 XPSS16M SET SCREW M8-1.25 X 10 613-5 XM1054613-5 SUPPORT ROD XM1054374 ANGLE SCALE 613-6 XM1054613-6 DISTANCE SET BRACKET XPS05M PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 8 613-7 XPN02M HEX NUT M10-1.5 XM1054376...
Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation. Woodstock International, Inc. is committed to customer satisfaction. Our intent with this manual is to include the basic information for safety, setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this product.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Controls and Features Figure 1. M1048 Machine Identification. A. Blade Tension Handwheel B. Lift Handle C. Vise Handwheel D. Coolant Drip Pan E. Work Stop F. Pulley Cover G. Control Panel H. Blade Guide Scale Blade Guide Knob Coolant Valve Control K.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Control Panel Figure 2. M1048 control panel. A. Coolant Pump Switch: Turns the coolant pump ON. B. EMERGENCY STOP/OFF Button: Interrupts power to the system and turns the motor OFF. Twist the button until it pops out to re-energize the system.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw SAFETY READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
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M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw 10. NEVER LEAVE WHEN MACHINE IS RUNNING. Turn power off and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop before leaving machine unattended. 11. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. DO NOT use machinery in damp, wet locations, or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Additional Safety Instructions for Bandsaws READ and understand this USE this and other machinery with caution entire instruction manual and respect. Always consider safety first, before using this machine. as it applies to your individual working Serious personal injury conditions.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw ELECTRICAL 220V Operation The Model M1048 is wired for 220V operation. Always connect this machine to a dedicated circuit (wire, break- er, plug, receptacle) with a verified ground, using the Electrocution or severe shock could recommended circuit size and plug/receptacle listed at occur if machine is not grounded.
The SHOP FOX Model M1048 has been carefully pack- ® of this manual and contact Woodstock aged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has International, Inc. at (360) 734-3482 or at been damaged, please contact your authorized SHOP tech-support@shopfox.biz...
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Machine Placement Cleaning Machine • Floor Load: This machine distributes a The table and other unpainted parts of your heavy load in a small footprint. Some Bandsaw are coated with a waxy grease that residential floors may require additional protects them from corrosion during shipment.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Mounting to Shop Floor Although not required, we recommend that you mount your new machine to the floor. Because this is an optional step and floor materials may vary, floor mount- ing hardware is not included. Generally, you can either bolt your machine to the floor or mount it on machine mounts.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Moving & Placing Unit The Model M1048 comes with lifting brackets installed on the base. Use a forklift and straps rated for the machine weight to lift the machine off the pallet and onto a suit- Model M1048 able location (see Figure 8).
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Chip Tray The chip tray fits over the lip of the base as illustrated in Figure 11. Figure 11. Chip tray installation. Figure 12. Feed stop. -14-...
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Test Run Complete this process once you have familiarized yourself with all instructions in this manual. To test run the bandsaw, do these steps: 1. Read the entire instruction manual. 2. Make sure all tools and foreign objects have been Projectiles thrown from the machine removed from the machine.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw OPERATIONS General The Model M1048 will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incorrectly. The instructions in this section are written with the understanding that the operator has the necessary knowl- edge and skills to operate this machine.
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M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw The vise can be adjusted to cut any angle from a straight 90 degree cut-off, to a 45 degree angle by loosening the Vise Lock Handle two vise lock handles. Positive stops at 90° and 45° allow you to quickly return the rear jaw to either angle.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Blade Guide Arms The blade guide bearings are mounted on the front and Knob rear arms. The rear arm is adjustable and should be set as close to the workpiece as possible. This will help ensure straight cuts by keeping the blade from twisting and drift- ing off of the cut line.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Blade Selection The Model M1048 uses 129 ⁄ " x 1 ⁄ " bandsaw 2. Refer to the "Material Width/Diameter" blades. row of the blade selection chart in Figure 20 and read across to find your workpiece Selecting the right blade for the job depends on thickness you need to cut.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Blade Speed The Model M1048 has four speed settings—114, 196, 288, and 377 feet per minute (FPM). Refer to the chart on Page 19 for cutting speed recommendations by material type. To change blade speeds, do these steps: 1.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw 4. Look for the following signs to determine the best feed rate setting for your workpiece. • If you get warn tightly-curled shavings, that are brown to black in color, you are using too much downward pressure.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Cutting Fluid NEVER attempt to cut magnesium BIOLOGICAL and POISON when using soluble oils or emul- HAZARD! sions (oil-water solutions) as a cutting fluid! The water in the solution will increase the risk of an accidental magnesium-chip fire.
The following bandsaw accessories may life out of your saw blades. be available through your local Woodstock International Inc. Dealer. If you do not Tips for horizontal cutting: have a dealer in your area, these prod- ucts are also available through online •...
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M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw • Blade and Guides: Drop a few drops of light machine oil on the blade and the blade guides daily, especially when cutting cast iron, as no cutting fluid is recommended (see Figure 27). •...
DO NOT make any adjustments until moving parts have come to a complete stop and power is disconnected! If you require additional machine service not included in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox. biz.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Bandsaw Operations SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Refer to Feed Rate on Page 20, or Changing Blade Machine loud 1. Excessive feed rate. Speed on Page 20, and adjust as required. when cutting 2.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Blade Change Tension Handle CUTTING HAZARD! Blades are sharp! Wear heavy leather gloves when handling blades to prevent cuts. Blades should be changed when they become dull, dam- aged, or when you are using materials that require a blade of a certain type or tooth count.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Blade Tension & Tracking Proper blade tension is essential to long blade life, � � straight cuts, and efficient cutting. The Model M1048 fea- � � � � � tures a blade tension indicator to assist you with blade �...
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Blade Guide Bearings The blade guide bearings are adjusted at the factory but due to shipping and storage may need adjustment. Use Figures 37 & 38 to guide you through the following steps. To adjust the blade guide bearings, do these steps: 1.
M1048 10" x 18" Metal Cutting Bandsaw Squaring Blade to Table This adjustment has been made at the factory and should not need to be adjusted under normal circumstances. However, if you find the saw is not cutting square, you may need to adjust the blade. Only make this adjustment after factors such as excessive feed rate or the blade guide being set too far away from the workpiece have been ruled out.
MUST maintain the original location and readability of all labels on this machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before allowing the machine to enter service again. Contact Woodstock International, Inc. at (360) 734-3482 or www. shopfoxtools.com to order new labels.
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® with the provisions of any law or acts. In no event shall Woodstock International, Inc.'s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product, and any legal actions brought against Woodstock International, Inc. shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
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